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Aftermarket News Archive
12 Dec 2025
Abcon completes major production facility expansion
In recent months, Ireland’s only abrasive belt and disc manufacturer, Abcon has completed a major upgrade to its manufacturing operations through the expansion and modernisation
12 Dec 2025
Osram 3-in-1 inspection light kit wins IAAF product of the year
Osram has received the Product of the Year Award at the IAAF Awards for its LEDinspect 3-in-1 inspection light kit (LEDIL417).
12 Dec 2025
ALLDATA offers one-stop-shop workshop companion for OE repair, maintenance and labour times
As cars become smarter, with advanced electronics, sensors and alternative powertrains, the definition of ‘routine maintenance’ has become nuanced. What used to be a simple
11 Dec 2025
2026 Auto Trade EXPO and CV Workshop EXPO
Taking place once again at Ireland’s largest exhibition centre- the RDS in Dublin, the next Auto Trade EXPO will be held alongside the CV Workshop
11 Dec 2025
Special Blue Print winter bundle offer ends tomorrow
As 2025 comes to a close, we want to say a big thank you to all our subscribers for being part of the Blue Print
09 Dec 2025
Don’t limit a bulb check to just headlights
Lighting manufacturer, Osram is urging workshops and motor factors to not only focus on headlight sales during the winter, but all of the other bulbs
09 Dec 2025
Leapmotor relies on range extenders from ZF
ZF has won its first customer order for its advanced eRE+ range extender technology: Chinese automaker Leapmotor will offer a version of its premium SUV
09 Dec 2025
Serfac strengthens partnership with NOCO
Serfac Limited is expanding its well-established distribution of NOCO battery and power products in Ireland, following several years of successful partnership with the American manufacturer.
08 Dec 2025
Schaeffler wins supplier of the year award in the UK
Schaeffler VLS UK Limited has won the GSF ‘Supplier of the Year’ award for 2025, presented at the company’s annual conference.
05 Dec 2025
Continental adds new electrically controlled water pump for VW
If an electrically controlled water pump starts to malfunction, the big question is whether the control unit also needs to be replaced – or is
04 Dec 2025
Free EV training courses launched
Free IMI-accredited electric vehicle maintenance and repair training courses commenced at the start of December in Roscommon, which are now running on a regular basis
04 Dec 2025
Another EXPO year almost upon us
Another Auto Trade EXPO year is almost upon us as we head into 2026. Taking place once again at Ireland’s largest exhibition centre – the
04 Dec 2025
New venture aims to help garages with EV battery and high-voltage component repair
A new business has launched to offer independent garages and bodyshops across the UK and Ireland a “repair-first solution” for electric vehicle batteries and high-voltage
04 Dec 2025
Continental adds new Insignia and XC40 timing belt kits
Continental has expanded its aftermarket parts range with the addition of two new timing belt kits for use in the Opel/Vauxhall Insignia and the Volvo
03 Dec 2025
NAPA clutch kits nominated for IAAF Product of the Year
Automotive aftermarket brand, NAPA has been nominated for the IAAF (Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation) 2025 Pride of the Aftermarket Awards, with NAPA Clutch Kits shortlisted
03 Dec 2025
Nissens introduces ignition coil range
The Nissens ignition coil range is a significant, strategic expansion of the company’s Engine Efficiency category that introduces a system critical component essential to engine
02 Dec 2025
NAPA Racing endorses Osram
Lighting specialist, Osram has been endorsed by NAPA Racing for its bulb and blade ranges. In a recent video, NAPA Racing drivers, Dan Rowbottom and
01 Dec 2025
Ecobat Battery relaunches as Veloris
Following its sale from the Ecobat Group and a subsequent comprehensive review of its position in and value to the market, Europe’s largest independent battery
28 Nov 2025
AkzoNobel and Axalta agree merger to create global coatings company
AkzoNobel and Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. have entered into a “definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals”, creating a “premier global coatings
28 Nov 2025
Serfac strengthens wheel bearing offering with premium OE brands
Serfac Limited continues to expand its chassis and rotating component portfolio with a comprehensive range of wheel bearings from leading global manufacturers. With premium brands