Auto Trade EXPO 2026 to be Ireland’s largest ever tools and equipment showcase

The 2026 Auto Trade EXPO, which takes place alongside the CV Workshop EXPO from 10th -11th October at the RDS...
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MechanExpert Technical Roadshows returning to Cork this April

MechanExpert has confirmed that the first set of its popular Technical Roadshows of 2026 will take place across Co Cork...
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UK’s pence-per-mile scheme increases temptation for car clocking, warns FleetCheck

The British Government's plans to introduce a 'pence-per-mile' scheme for electric and plug-in hybrid cars greatly increases the temptation for...
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Tyrecare Ltd looks to Auto Trade EXPO 2026

Tyrecare Ltd recently welcomed Simon Lauren of AC Hydraulic to its Killeshandra showroom in Co Cavan, as the tyre equipment...
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NAPA antifreeze and coolant now developed by Valvoline

Automotive aftermarket brand, NAPA has announced that its trusted antifreeze and coolant range is now developed and manufactured by Valvoline,...
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Bright Motor Group joins BYD dealer network

Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) has appointed Bright Motor Group to the BYD dealer network in Ireland. (more…)
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