Equipment News Archive
28 Jul 2014
Favourite LED inspection lamp gets a make over
Ring’s RIL2500 inspection lamp has long been a favourite of many mechanics up and down the country. When it was first introduced back in 2005, it was an instant hit and to date over a million units have been sold. The use of the then latest LED technology and the compact size made the lamp
24 Jul 2014
New website launches Friday for Auto Trade Awards
The inaugural 2015 Auto Trade Awards will be presented on Sunday November 9, on the same weekend as the AutoTradeExpo – at a gala dinner in the Citywest Hotel in Dublin.
24 Jul 2014
Techplus plus adds to fleet
Workshop equipment specialists, Techplus, is continuing to update its fleet of vehicles with the addition of a new Ford Transit Connect to coincide with the arrival of the 142 plate.
03 Jul 2014
100 + exhibitors commit to Auto Trade Expo 2014
More than 100 exhibitors from all facets of the automotive aftermarket have now committed to attending the Auto Trade Expo 2014, which takes place at the Citywest Conference Centre in Dublin on November 8-9.
03 Jul 2014
Randstad launches new TerraCoolant exchange machine
Randstad Ltd has launched a new TerraCoolant Exchange Machine into the automotive aftermarket, which quickly flushes and refills the cooling system.
01 Jul 2014
Blue Print adds new sealing fitting tool
Needing a specific tool for particular jobs is becoming more and more common in modern vehicle servicing and repair.
15 May 2014
Gates works on hot oil tensioner
Recognised supplier of fully integrated systems for the automotive industry, Gates is working in close cooperation with the OE manufacturers on the development of hot oil belt drive systems. Gates has continued to develop wet belt system components and is now presenting the metal part of the system, a hot oil tensioner in a unique
22 Apr 2014
Opel ‘FlexFix’ carries up to four bicycles
Springtime is bicycle riding time, and families with children and active individuals like to enjoy nature’s delights take to the great outdoors cycling. This of course is a breeze for Opel customers who have the fully integrated FlexFix bicycle carrier system.
23 Sep 2013
Expert advice on engine tuning
Martin Pring, manager of DENSO Aftermarket Sales UK, looks at how using technologically advanced spark plugs can positively impact on vehicle performance.
12 Sep 2013
Tenneco unveils latest clean air emissions technologies
Tenneco has unveiled its latest developments in clean air emissions technologies at the 2013 Frankfurt Motorshow.