Auto Trade EXPO 2026 visitor registration opens next week

Registrations for trade visitors wishing to attend the 2026 Auto Trade EXPO and CV Workshop EXPO will officially open next...
Read More
Post Image

Kroon Oil adds Irish vehicle reg lookup

Dutch lubricants brand Kroon Oil has added an Irish vehicle registration lookup function to its website. (more…)
Read More
Post Image

MG launches Europe’s first semi-solid-state battery

Solid-state batteries have long been viewed as the pinnacle of electric vehicle technology, with claims that a full charge can...
Read More
Post Image

Ford reveals new Transit City electric van

Ford has revealed the Transit City, its new electric van designed to offer a cheaper entry-point to the brand's existing...
Read More
Post Image

How to manage the rise of ADAS faults in independent workshops

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are no longer a luxury feature found only on premium models. Systems such as lane...
Read More
Post Image

Somora Motor Parts expands Hella electrical range

Somora Motor Parts has announced new additions to its range of Hella electrical parts. (more…)
Read More
Post Image
{"dots":"true","arrows":"true","autoplay":"true","autoplay_interval":"3000","speed":"600","design":"design-1","rtl":"false","infinite":"true"}

LATEST NEWS

Team PR Reilly and NGK fires racing engines

For many years Team P R Reilly and NGK Spark Plugs has been firing racing engines throughout Irish motorsport. Knowing that race teams push their

Hella Gutmann diagnostics promotion

For a limited period only, mechanics and technicians that purchase any Hella Gutmann Diagnostic unit, choosing from the Mega Macs 42, Mega Macs 50 or

Automechanika Shanghai gears up for December

Automechanika Shanghai, the world’s second largest Automechanika show after Frankfurt, Germany, is attracting professional buyers and visitors from the whole automobile industry chain to its

Kearys Motor Group has Ireland’s two newest Nissan dealerships

Last month Kearys Motor Group became Ireland’s newest Nissan dealers, at their outlets at the Kinsale Road outlet in Cork City and also at their

U-POL strengthens UK and Ireland team

U-POL has made two key appointments, strengthening its UK and Ireland team, which reflect the company’s focus on creating value and sustainable business future for

All-New Volvo V40 R-Design and Cross Country Pricing Announced

Volvo Car Ireland has today announced the pricing of the all-new Volvo V40 R-Design and Volvo V40 Cross Country. Starting from €29,495 and €28,645 respectively,

Michelin urges drivers to get a grip this winter

Sixty per cent of motorists drive with tyres that are underinflated – that’s according to tyre manufacturer Michelin which is currently advising Irish motorists to

Irish Technician takes Nissan European Gold

A Wexford Nissan Master Technician, Eddie Cullen from Wexford Car Centre dramatically swooped first place in Europe in the recent European final of the Nissan

New Ford B-MAX arrives in Ireland

The new Ford B-MAX and new Ford Focus ST have arrived in Ireland. With a maximum 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, the B-MAX’s Ford Easy

Kearney launches Audi ‘Future Now’ Sales Event

Audi brand ambassador and rugby star Rob Kearney today launched the Audi Future Now Sales Event. Rob was on hand to launch the event as

HGVs and trailers now subject to EU type approval

As part of the system of EU type approval, motor vehicles and trailers must meet prescribed safety and environmental standards before being sold or first

New dealers about to be appointed

Despite the continuing economic Recession the Irish motor industry continues to appoint new dealers, with two appointments in the offing.

Road rage on increase on Ireland’s roads

Nearly 40 per cent of Irish drivers admit to shouting or getting angry behind the wheel on a weekly basis – with a very angry

New Ford dealership for South Dublin

Ford Ireland has expaned its retail network with the appointment of Spirit Ford in Sandyford, Co. Dublin, as a new Ford dealer.

1.2 million visit Paris Motor Show

Despite demonstrations, the Paris Motor Show clocked up 1.231.416 visitors before closing its gates. It remains the show with the highest attendance worldwide.

Dacia Duster is Scottish Car of the Year 2012

It hasn’t gone on sale in the UK or Ireland yet, but the Dacia Duster has just been voted Scottish Car of the Year 2012

Speedometer celebrates 110 years

Nowadays it is hard to imagine a vehicle without one and this week an important automotive component celebrates its 110th birthday – It’s the speedometer. So

GM’s Opel to possibly merge with PSA Peugeot-Citroen

Reports are breaking in France that say that General Motor’s European division Opel (and Vauxhall) could be negotiating a merger with PSA’s Peugeot Citroen auto.

Iveco launches amphibian SeaLand concept

Iveco presented the SeaLand, an experimental amphibian, and two other special vehicles for emergency operations at the 52nd Genoa International Boat Show last week.

Gates launches accessory belt drive system wear indicator

Gates has introduced a new and practical tool to help identify signs of wear on multi-ribbed belts and pulleys: the ABDS (Accessory Belt Drive System)