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31 Jul 2017
Trico TX wiper blades for CV applications
A hundred years on and Trico continues to be trusted by OE manufacturers to deliver wiper blades and full wiper systems on various commercial vehicles, including trucks, coaches and agricultural equipment. The same heavy duty products delivered to vehicle manufacturers are available to the aftermarket under the Trico TX brand – a complete range now
27 Jul 2017
New Metro electric microvans could be coming to Europe
A new Chinese-designed compact electric utility vehicle could be making its European debut after going into production in kit form in the USA. Called the Tropos METRO, the all-electric vehicle is built in a modular fashion on a separate chassis, which contains a lithium-ion battery. It is claimed to be one of the cheapest and
27 Jul 2017
Flashing bike could save lives
A flashing LED bicycle logo is one of the latest ways in which a company that helps operators communicate with vulnerable road users is aiming to protect two-wheeled commuters. As part of Sentinel Systems’ ‘Bike Hotspot’ package, the new LED sign is part of a system designed for operators to help promote cyclist safety and
27 Jul 2017
Finance levels way up as PCPs expire and hit the market
The proportion of vehicles offered for sale (across all years) with finance outstanding is 12.5 per cent – up from 11.5 per cent in January and 9.5 per cent in June 2016, according to vehicle data experts Cartell.ie. Cartell.ie also reports that more vehicles for certain key registration years are being offered for sale with
27 Jul 2017
Denso Compressor update helps boost summer sales
With summer in full swing, Denso is updating its A/C Compressor range with 27 new part numbers to help workshops and distributors capitalise on the peak sales season. From July 2017, customers will be able to order the 27 new A/C Compressor part numbers, which have been consolidated to cover 55 OE references and 293
25 Jul 2017
Qualvecom introduces wiper motors
Qualvecom is now offering a range of wiper motors from leading brands: Febi and WAI. WAI ‘Perfect Fit’ wiper motors are guaranteed and tested to function in all climates. They are 100 per cent load tested, 100 per cent new and ready to install and engineered to meet / exceed O.E.M. Specifications. febi is able
25 Jul 2017
Delphi launches new diagnostic tool
Delphi Product & Service Solutions has today announced the launch of its latest diagnostic tool. Designed for the garage technician, the LP35, part number YDT810, is a highly precise, ultra-fast, affordable hand-held tester for the low-pressure side of any vehicle. With this one tool, technicians can perform quick and accurate pressure analysis across a wide
24 Jul 2017
Weak pound spurs import spree among Irish Car buyers – Fexco
Irish car buyers more than doubled their spending on importing vehicles from the UK during the first half of 2017 compared with the same time in 2016, according to data released by the foreign exchange specialist FEXCO Corporate Payments. The analysis, of 2,000 transactions made through FEXCO Corporate Payments, shows that by the end of June
20 Jul 2017
Trico Twitter competition extended
Trico’s competition enabling garages and motor factors to win a power bank has been extended until the end of July. A power bank is a handy mobile device that can be charged in advance so that phones, tablets or laptops can receive power later. To be in with a chance of winning, just follow Trico
20 Jul 2017
New Bosch wiper blade app
Following a comprehensive data update, the Bosch wiper blade app now includes both new and improved features as well as a modern design. It is available for download at the App Store for iOS and at the Google Play Store for Android devices, and can be used by garages and consumers alike. With intuitive handling,