Vehicle News Archive
05 Sep 2017
A new name for the world leader in bus air conditioning

Spheros, a Valeo company since March 2016, will now operate under the name Valeo Thermal Commercial Vehicles, completing its integration into the Valeo Group. A technological leader in bus air conditioning and heating systems, the company will also adopt a new visual identity. With this announcement, Valeo is informing Spheros customers and business partners that
04 Sep 2017
Air Spring Press simplifies installation for workshops

ContiTech has expanded its workshop portfolio. The company is now unveiling its own air spring press for fitting replacement air springs in commercial vehicles. “This helps workshop staff fold the air spring bellows in itself, thereby simplifying the fitting operation on a truck or bus,” says Bastian Dobrick, sales manager for the air springs aftermarket
04 Sep 2017
New Valeo clutch catalogue

The new 2017/2018 edition of the clutch catalogue dedicated to passenger cars and LCV applications for all Valeo Service aftermarket product ranges has been released. The catalogue presents the full Valeo Service offer consisting of more than 3,000 transmission products among which clutch kits, DMF, passive hydraulic actuation and spare parts. The catalogue covers clutch
04 Sep 2017
New Josam Cam-Aligner for Co. Kildare haulier

Co. Kildare haulier ENTS Transport, has acquired a Josam Cam-Aligner, from Finnegan Equipment Solutions. Josam’s flagship product is the cam-aligner, a compact wheel alignment system, that enables truck and bus workshops, as well as tyre service centres, to offer wheel alignment services quickly and accurately. Wheel angles like toe, steering box position, camber, out of
31 Aug 2017
New car emissions tests become mandatory on September 1

As of 1 September 2017, new car models will have to pass new and more reliable emissions tests in real driving conditions (“Real Driving Emissions” – RDE) as well as an improved laboratory test (“World Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure” – WLTP) before they can be driven on European roads. This follows last year’s revelations
31 Aug 2017
Mercedes-Benz at the Frankfurt Motor Show

The forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show will see Mercedes-Benz showcase more than 100 new models and concept vehicles, with the spotlight focused firmly on their ‘electric intelligence’ electro mobility offensive. Amongst the models taking centre stage will be the concept EQA compact city car – the second EQ plug-in electric concept car, designed to fit into
30 Aug 2017
Fiat launches special edition 500 convertible

Fiat is launching a special edition 500 convertible, to mark the 60th anniversary of the iconic global bestseller. This special edition comes with a grey fabric roof and Dolcevita bi-colour paintwork, combining tri-coat white for the body of the car and pastel ivory for the bonnet and pillars. Chrome mirror covers and special 16-inch alloy
30 Aug 2017
Kia to reveal new concept at 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show

Kia Motors will unveil a new concept car at the 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show on 12 September. Designed at Kia’s European design centre in Frankfurt, just 500 metres from where it will be unveiled, the concept car indicates what the next-generation cee’d could look like. The concept presents a new body type for Kia.
28 Aug 2017
Renault Group Ireland launches new used car programme

Renault Group Ireland has launched its new used car programme, Renault Selection at selected Renault and Dacia dealerships nationwide. The Group researched the used car market in Ireland extensively to understand what mattered most to its customers, and from this research, built the Renault Selection used car programme offering a minimum of two years’ warranty
28 Aug 2017
Maha Ireland Ltd offers 3 year warranty

Maha Ireland Ltd is currently offering a 3 year warranty with all new HGV roller brake testers sold until the end of 2018. Maha Ireland Ltd is extending the standard manufacturer’s warranty period (24 months) to a full 36 months at no extra cost to the customer. John Mallon, MD Maha Ireland commented: “At Maha








