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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.

Ford partners with Renault to build new EVs

Ford and Renault have today signed a partnership agreement to develop two Ford-branded passenger electric vehicles based on Renault Group’s Ampere platform. This opens the

Nicole Drought named as Rosemary Smith Award winner

Tipperary-born Nicole Drought was announced as the recipient of the Rosemary Smith Award at the Motorsport Ireland Champions of Irish Motorsport Awards 2025 in Dublin

Porsche tractor restoration gives TY students hands-on experience

In an example of collaboration within the automotive industry, Express Spares, Gedore Automotive, and FMK Rustproofing have joined forces to support the Porsche Junior Restoration

MSL Motor Group opens second Xpeng dealership

MSL Motor Group has opened its second Xpeng dealership in Ireland, trading as Xpeng North Dublin. The appointment follows MSL Motor Groups’ role as the

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

Illegal end-of-life vehicle scrappage targeted in Waterford

Illegal “cash for cars” businesses operating in County Waterford have been the subject of a recent cross agency investigation.

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

Another classic revived as Renault 4 E-Tech electric launches

Renault are looking to the future and dipping into the past as they aim to make their new 4 E-Tech electric SUV a bestseller. And

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

Motor Distributors Limited outlines new models planned for 2026

Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) has today shared its new model introductions planned for 2026, with a total of 24 passenger car arrivals expected over the

Allie Sherlock hits the road with Jeep Ireland

Jeep Ireland has announced the appointment of globally recognised singer-songwriter, Allie Sherlock as its new brand ambassador. Sherlock will be driving the all-electric Jeep Avenger,

Hugo Loonam Motors appointed Isuzu dealer

Cloghan-based Hugo Loonam Motors has significantly bolstered its midlands presence after being appointed as an official Isuzu dealer, bringing the Isuzu D-Max 4×4 pickup range

Nissan gives new van buyers boost with fuel or tools

Nissan is giving van drivers three ways to boost their business when they purchase any 261 Nissan van. Its popular ‘Fuel Up or Tool Up’

Volkswagen Transporter wins 2026 Irish Van of the Year Award

The Volkswagen Transporter has been voted the Irish Van of the Year 2026, in association with Continental Tyres, by the Irish Van of the Year

Volkswagen Group reshuffles Northern Ireland dealer network

Volkswagen Group UK has announced a reshuffle of a number of its brands’ showroom facilities across Northern Ireland.

Fiat 500 Hybrid coming next year

A full-hybrid version of the Fiat 500 is set to arrive in Ireland from the latter half of 2026, complementing the existing Fiat 500e.

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

The hazards of driving for work and meaningfully improving road safety

Christmas is all about giving, and celebrating life. Sadly, for many families, it is a time of lives needlessly lost on our roads.

Demand for Asian vehicle parts accelerates – Comline Ireland

As demand for used cars from Asia continues to rise exponentially, Comline Ireland is seeing similar levels of demand for replacement parts. As a leading