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25.06.2010
Special Notice For Visitors To Our Site
The Webmaster in on holidays for two weeks. However, the office will remain open. Full service will resume on this website from Monday 12th July with a bumper update of news. Please call back - see you then.
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25.06.2010
AA welcomes drink-drive limit reduction
The AA has welcomed the passing of the 2010 Road Traffic Bill which paves the way for reducing Ireland’s drink drive limit from 80 mgs to 50 mgs, along with a lower 20mg limit for learner drivers and professional drivers.
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25.06.2010
Alfa Romeo celebrates its 100th anniversary today
Alfa Romeo's century-long history, which began on 24 June 1910 in Milan, is an achievement shared by a very small number of other auto makers, and is peppered with commercial successes and racing wins achieved worldwide.
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24.06.2010
GoPartsDirect.ie goes live
Increase profits and reduce costs, these are two of the most important tasks facing franchise dealers and independent repairers in the motor trade today.
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24.06.2010
Online car parts system launched
An online system has been launched for buying and selling current, slow moving and obsolete vehicle parts to help save the motor trade time and money.
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24.06.2010
Sheridan leaves the helm at Skoda
Colin Sheridan has left his position as Director of Skoda and member of the management team at Volkswagen Group Ireland, a position he held since October 2008, writes Padraic Deane.
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23.06.2010
Scrappage Scheme details released
To the end of May, the motor trade made more than 7,000 reclaims under the government scrappage scheme, figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) confirm.
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23.06.2010
O’Keefe welcomes UK VAT changes
The British Government’s decision to increase its VAT rate, coupled with the decline in value of the euro against sterling, will stimulate the domestic economy and create jobs, according to Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Minister, Batt O'Keeffe TD.
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22.06.2010
EU ministers move on electric vehicles
EU ministers are calling the rapid development of a European standard for electric vehicles with France and Germany leading requests for EU finance to fund pilot projects.
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21.06.2010
Barry Pender Motors support Kilkenny SPCA
Barry Pender of Barry Pender Motors, main Ford dealer in Kilkenny, has given a huge boost to the work of the Kilkenny Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) with the generous donation of a new Ford Transit Connect van to help with the Society’s invaluable work.
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17.06.2010
Cartell.ie submits bill to make clocking illegal
Cartell.ie, Ireland’s car history checking company, submitted a proposal to the Minister for Transport and the Transport Committee of the Houses of the Oireachtas, along with a complete Bill, which it drafted, recommending the criminalisation of vehicle clocking, and related matters.
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16.06.2010
Commission pushes for lower prices on car repairs
The European Commission has adopted new rules that are intended to lower the price that motorists pay for repairing their car by instilling more competition into agreements between automakers, their authorised dealers, repairers and spare part distributors.
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15.06.2010
Mercedes-Benz brings sex to the city
Mercedes-Benz brought a little sex to Dublin city recently when a new E-Class Cabriolet was given star billing at the premier of the new Sex And The City 2 movie.
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14.06.2010
Irish fuel prices decline
The average price of petrol has fallen this month by 1.7cent to an average of 132.7 cent per litre, according to the latest fuel price survey from the AA.
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11.06.2010
Make road safety the real World Cup winner
While Ireland may not have qualified for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, the event is still set to draw huge numbers to their TV screens until the Finals are held on 11th July in Johannesburg.
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10.06.2010
Ford tops May sales figures
Figures produced by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) this week confirm that Ford was the number one selling brand in May.
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09.06.2010
100 years of De Beer
De Beer, represented in Ireland by Team PR Reilly is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
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04.06.2010
Aston Martin approves Standox
Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd has appointed Standox as one of the preferred worldwide supplier of Paint Refinish materials and services to its Body Repair Programme.
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04.06.2010
Speeding a factor in 11,000 EU road deaths
Experts from Ireland, the UK, Sweden and Belgium joined almost 200 delegates at the Road Safety Authority’s (RSA) third international conference on road safety at Dublin Castle last Monday, May 31.
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02.06.2010
RSA and farming body issues joint appeal
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Irish Farmers Association (IFA) have, today Thursday 3rd June 2010, urged road users to take extra care as the number of tractors, trailers and other farm machinery using the roads increases over the summer months.
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31.05.2010
China leads the field
China’s automotive parts industry is leading the field in terms of profitability, a new report has claimed.
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28.05.2010
Glasurit’s new ratio spot repair
With the reduced volume of accident / damaged cars coming in for repairs owners of bodyshops are looking at different ways to get more work, according to Glasurit distributors, Team PR Reilly.
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28.05.2010
BMW Ireland offers a Free Summer Safety Check
As greater numbers of people opt to avoid busy airports and the uncertainty posed by volcanic ash by either holidaying in Ireland or taking the ferry overseas, BMW drivers can now avail of a free BMW Summer Safety Check prior to their departure.
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27.05.2010
Ease off the gas
With a new series of hard-hitting billboard posters to be displayed over the next week as part of its “Ease off the Gas!” road safety campaign, Mayo County Council aims to encourage motorists to drive at an appropriate speed and show consideration for other road users.
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24.05.2010
AA highlight issues facing SME’s
AA Ireland recently surveyed over 200 businesses across the nation to gain some insight into the major challenges and trends currently facing Irish small and medium sized businesses in the current economic climate.
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24.05.2010
Magnificent matt online from Standox
Standox has overcome the problems surrounding repairs to matt or silk paint finishes with Standox 2K Special Matt additive, designed to give fast, effective and reliable results.
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24.05.2010
Hyundai is on the ball
Hyundai has always been on the ball, but with the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa just about to kick-off, the ball is on the Hyundai!
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21.05.2010
Statement from Lexus Ireland
The recall of certain Lexus LS models announced internationally on Wednesday will involve a total of three (3) vehicles in Ireland.
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19.05.2010
SMMT develops EV technical training programme
The Society of Irish Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) in the UK has begun the development of an industry-wide electric vehicle (EV) technical training programme that will act as a best practice guide for the sector.
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18.05.2010
EU new car registrations decline
New passenger car registrations in Europe fell by 7.4 per cent in April compared to the same month last year, according to figures releases by the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA).
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17.05.2010
Product data analysis made easy
Although TecDoc may be best known for its CATALOG electronic parts identification system, TecDoc can also provide its users with many other functions to suit a host of different requirements to assist in a number industry roles.
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14.05.2010
Be seen to be Green with Soltec
There is a lack of transparent information available to bodyshop owners regarding to the environment and their operations, according to waste solutions provider, Soltec.
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14.05.2010
Genius with new functions
Genius, the handy spectrophotometer from Standox, has been technically upgraded and now has further useful functions
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14.05.2010
Big boot Fluence
The new Renault Fluence is recognised as having probably the biggest boot in it's class, but is it big enough to hold four grown men?
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13.05.2010
VRT Band B cars top Scrappage sales charts
VRT Band B cars headed the Scrappage stakes in the first four months of the year, figures produced by the Revenue Commissioners and released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) confirmed.
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12.05.2010
Bodyshops get E Mark advice
Bodyshops that offer a tyre fitting service have been advised to make sure that tyres are fitted with the E Mark facing out.
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11.05.2010
Happy birthday SEAT
Happy birthday SEAT! The Spanish car maker is, this month, celebrating a big milestone in its history as it turns 60.
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10.05.2010
Standox goes mobile
Standox has gone mobile with a new UK website for mobile phones, smart phones and other mobile devices.
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10.05.2010
UK motorists cut corners on repairs
New research in the UK has found that nearly half (48per cent) of all car owners have cut corners when it comes to repairs and maintenance on their vehicle.
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07.05.2010
Prodigious putty from Spies Hecker
New Spies Hecker’s Raderal Special Putty Set 2011 is a high-grade polyester metal putty specially designed to cover welds, gaps and rivets on steel substrates.
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07.05.2010
Gold Digger wins Ridler award
“Gold Digger,” a stunning 1933 Ford Phaeton sporting a gleaming gold PPG finish, has been named the winner of this year’s coveted Ridler Award in the United States.
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06.05.2010
European first for Winsor Motors Staff
Five members of Windsor Motors’s Aftersales team have scored a European first having been awarded Professional Management Diplomas being from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
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06.05.2010
Gabriel Pro-One range makes life easier
Gabriel’s Pro-One shock absorber range aims makes life easier for industry professionals and offers a genuine competitive advantage, according to distributors, Serfac Litd.
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05.05.2010
Scrappage is working – SIMI
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) has claimed that the Scrappage Scheme is working for the economy, the environment and the Irish motor industry fours months into the scheme.
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04.05.2010
Poll shows sins we commit every day
An AA survey of over 7,000 Irish motorists has shown that mobile phone use and failure to indicate at roundabouts are the most common examples of bad driving witnessed on the roads every day.
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04.05.2010
Breathe easy for World Asthma Day
To coincide with World Asthma Day which falls today, May 4 , Ford is highlighting the “allergy-friendly” credentials of its award-winning range of cars. In 2004, the Ford C-MAX was awarded with an official ‘allergy-tested’ seal – the first Ford model to gain that accolade.
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30.04.2010
Standox now on Twitter
You can now follow the latest Standox news and products on Twitter. By using this instant form of web communication, followers of Standox can be kept constantly up to date on events and introductions across Europe.
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29.04.2010
TRW sets industry standards
In a recent independent durability test of aftermarket stabiliser links, TRW’s commitment to quality, world-class product testing and safety has been proven to set industry standards.
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28.04.2010
Bringing road safety stories to pre-schools
At a busy crèche in the heart of Dublin’s city centre, Road Safety Authority (RSA) Chairman Gay Byrne recently launched the RSA’s newest road safety resource, ‘Simon and Friends’, with help from the children of the Sophia Housing Association crèche.
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27.04.2010
3M enjoys Roadshow spotlight
Roadshow 2010 proved an excellent opportunity for the Automotive Aftermarket Division of 3M, the diversified technology company, to showcase its newest addition to its market-leading range of bodyshop products and services.
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23.04.2010
JTape focuses on masking
JTape Ltd. manufacturers of premium masking showcased in its innovative tape based products at the recent Roadshow 2010 events, hosted by Paint Distributors.
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20.04.2010
Fiesta tops European sales charts
The Ford Fiesta has become Europe’s best-selling car, beating the Volkswagen Golf into second place in both March 2010 and year-to-date sales, according to latest figures from JATO Dynamics.
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19.04.2010
Fuel prices still rising
Petrol and diesel prices soared again in the last month according to the latest fuel price survey from the Automobile Association (AA).
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16.04.2010
The World’s most popular colours
One in four new cars across the world is silver. That makes silver the most popular car colour in the world (25 percent), followed by black with a market share of 22 percent and white with 16 percent.
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16.04.2010
The Inspectors are coming!
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has warned that, bodyshops operating without a valid certificate of approval from their relevant local authority will face the full rigours of the law, including prosecution.
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15.04.2010
Applus+ faces fines over NCT delays
Applus+, the company charged with running the National Car Test (NCT) could face financial penalties if current problems with bookings for the national car test persist, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has confirmed.
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15.04.2010
Motorexpo dates announced
The organisers of Motorexpo organisers have released the first details concerning the 2010 Canary Wharf London event which will run from Monday 7th – Sunday 13th June and is completely free for visitors to attend.
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13.04.2010
New provider of NCT service announced
Leading global company Applus+ has announced its arrival onto the Irish market with the launch of a new National Car Testing Service (NCTS) centre in Greenhills, Tallaght, Dublin.
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13.04.2010
Electric cars a reality for Ireland
The Irish Government, the ESB and the Renault-Nissan Alliance has announced a comprehensive partnership to position Ireland as a European leader in electric transport.
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09.04.2010
PPG and NATM launch Green Manufacturing Award
PPG Industries’ commercial coatings group in the United States has partnered with the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) to establish an annual award recognising the best innovation or novel solution by a manufacturer in the light- and medium-duty trailer industry that positively affects the environment.
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09.04.2010
General Motors Europe in partnership with Standox
General Motors Europe (GME) and Standox recently signed a cooperation, which means Standox has officially received Europe-wide approval of its products for all paint repair work performed on Opel and Vauxhall branded vehicles.
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08.04.2010
New Farécla website
Farécla has totally re-designed and updated its website to bring together all of the international company’s vast range of products – automotive, marine and consumer car care – under one roof.
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07.04.2010
Jeff Koons' Art Car will race at 24 Hours of Le Mans
In the spirit of Calder, Stella, Lichtenstein, Warhol, and Holzer, BMW has announced that the 17th Art Car created by Jeff Koons will race where the first rolling pieces of art by legendary artists raced - at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France, June 12-13, 2010.
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07.04.2010
SFA welcomes establishment of Credit Review Office
The Small Firms Association (SFA) has welcomed the establishment of the Credit Review Office, which will allow small businesses to appeal refusals for bank finance from the NAMA covered financial institutions, to this independent body.
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06.04.2010
New car sales continue to surge
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) has released the official industry figures for new cars registered in March 2010 which at 13,813 are up 78 per cent on March 2009 (7,764).
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06.04.2010
Motor Codes names the UK’s Golden Garage
Motor Codes, the independent body which operates the UK’s largest consumer code for motorists, has today revealed the winner of its two month national ‘Golden Garages’ campaign.
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31.03.2010
Banking plan targets credit flow to SMEs - Minister O’Keeffe
The banking recapitalisation plan announced today contains explicit provisions targeted directly at supporting our enterprise sector and freeing up credit for small to medium-sized businesses, according to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O’Keeffe TD.
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29.03.2010
New road courtesy code to take the pain out of driving
Tolls, tailbacks and tightening budgets – Irish motorists have never had it so tough. But as getting from A to B becomes ever more complicated, Semperit and Maxol have launched a new guide that could make driving more enjoyable and less stressful.
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26.03.2010
Fiat reunion will roll back the years
Italian motor giant Fiat has had a presence in Ireland for over 70 years, at first through an importer and then through a wholly owned subsidiary, Fiat Auto Ireland.
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24.03.2010
Bodyshop Roadshow heads to Dublin
The Bodyshop Roadshow 2010 got off to a rip-roaring start in Limerick last night, where visitors were given an opportunity to test and discover more about some of the best products the refinish market has to offer.
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23.03.2010
From warehouse to workshop
Yes, it's true. From 13 to 15 April in one day at Workshop 2010 you can find all you need to convert an empty space to a fully fitted workshop - car, van, truck or bus.
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22.03.2010
Support developments at Tecdoc
Europe’s leading parts information data provider TecDoc has announced the appointment of Jason Meade as the technical support manager for TecDoc UK and Republic of Ireland.
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18.03.2010
Support for zero tolerance on drink driving
A new survey of motorists attitudes conducted by Millward Brown Lansdowne for the Road Safety Authority (RSA) in November 2009 shows a significant hardening of people’s attitudes in relation to drinking and driving in Ireland.
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16.03.2010
Happy 60th birthday
Production of the Volkswagen Transporter van officially started in March 1950 and during the 60 years since then it has become one of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' best-selling models globally, the number one imported van in the UK as well as one of the most iconic and popular vans in the world.
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16.03.2010
AA issues St. Patrick’s Day warning
As the St. Patrick’s day festivities gets into full swing the AA has issued a warning to motorists, including HGV drivers to be on their guard against careless pedestrians, especially in Dublin.
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15.03.2010
Roadshow reminder
The month of March heralds a recommencement of the Bodyshop Roadshow – an opportunity to test and discover more about some of the best products the refinish market has to offer. The topic of this years’ show is: Make Profit - Work Smart.
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15.03.2010
A fair exchange
The depressed value of sterling has provided a windfall profit opportunity for those UK classic car owners who have been prepared to sell their cars to overseas buyers. according to Glass’s Guide.
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15.03.2010
Toyota Ireland sponsors Katie Taylor
Toyota Ireland is providing a Toyota Auris to double World and four times European boxing champion Katie Taylor for the next three years as she prepares for the London Olympics in 2012.
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15.03.2010
Ford's electric famous five by 2013
Ford’s global electric vehicles plan is extending to Europe with five full electric or hybrid vehicles across its C, CD and light commercial vehicle ranges coming for European customers by 2013.
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12.03.2010
Hookit™ Purple+ from 3M
3M has recently unveiled its Hookit™ Purple+ Multihole abrasive sheets that are designed to drive down bodyshop costs according to the company.
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11.03.2010
Automechanika 2010
Planning work for Automechanika 2010, which will be held in Frankfurt am Main from 14 to 19 September is now at an advanced stage.
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04.03.2010
CD unveils new Atego
Component Distributors has once again proved its commitment to stock and availability by adding a 10.5 tonne truck to its fleet.
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03.03.2010
CV Operator Show focuses on training
Training and investment in training now represent a vital part of the success of any transport enterprise; whether it’s for the heavy sector operator or the van user.
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01.03.2010
New road safety campaign launched
Up to one third of all road collisions involve drivers who are using their vehicle for work, meaning that around 75 people die in work related road crashes in Ireland each year.
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01.03.2010
TecDoc revises parts identifications system
Global parts information data provider TecDoc, continues to improve and develop its highly regarded CATALOG parts identification system to assist users locate the correct replacement part in the shortest possible time.
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26.02.2010
Our man is Haiti bound
Our managing editor Padraic Deane is off to Haiti this year to work with the Irish charity - the Haven Partnership, building houses for the least well-off people in the poorest country in the so called western world.
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26.02.2010
Bodyshop Roadshow 2010
The month of March heralds a recommencement of the Bodyshop Roadshow – an opportunity to test and discover more about some of the best products the refinish market has to offer. The topic of this years’ show is: Make Profit - Work Smart.
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22.02.2010
The ultimate electric vehicle
Researchers have come up with the ultimate vehicle – an environmentally friendly electric car that plugs into the wall to sell power back to the electricity company.
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19.02.2010
3M issues UK legislation reminder
3M, has reminded UK bodyshops that they have only a few months left to comply with legislation introduced in 2005 requiring them to limit their employees’ exposure to vibration.
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19.02.2010
EU data sharing plans to impact on motorists
EU data sharing plans, due to come into force next year, will mean the personal details of European motorists will be 'automatically' trawled by foreign states, a police report has suggested.
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18.02.2010
Advance Accident Repair gets Kitemark
Chesterfield based Advance Accident Repair has recently gained the BSI Kitemark certification - setting the high standards that consumers/fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired.
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17.02.2010
Bodyshop Roadshow 2010
The month of March heralds a recommencement of the Bodyshop Roadshow – an opportunity to test and discover more about some of the best products the refinish market has to offer. The topic of this years’ show is: Make Profit - Work Smart.
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17.02.2010
Scrappage deals drive European sales
Scrappage deals continued to tempt Western European car buyers to showrooms in January – continuing the positive trend from December and pushing the market 14.9 per cent higher than a troubled January 2009, figures released by JATO Dynamics confirm.
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15.02.2010
January CSO sales figures
The number of new cars licensed in January fell by almost five per cent, according to figures released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
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12.02.2010
Clean Up With Soltec
Vehicle refinishers intending to undergo an AIC Inspection must have a spray gun cleaner, leading waste management solutions provider, Soltec has confirmed.
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10.02.2010
General Motors Europe in partnership with Standox
General Motors Europe (GME) and Standox has signed a signed a cooperation agreement, which means the paint manufacturer has officially received Europe-wide approval of its products for all paint repair work performed on Opel and Vauxhall branded vehicles.
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10.02.2010
Mobileye focuses on driver assistance
As state legislators across the United States enact laws that ban phoning or texting while driving, Mobileye has put its focus on creating the technology, which can assist a driver, regardless of the distraction.
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08.02.2010
Ireland now ranked 10th safest country
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has thanked road users in Ireland for improving the culture of safety on Irish roads as a new global report has found that, Ireland is now ranked the 10th safest country out of 27 countries world wide participating in an OECD (Organisation for economic co-operation and development) study.
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05.02.2010
Toyota recall update
Toyota Ireland has made “substantial progress in terms of identifying the precise vehicles in Ireland affected by the worldwide recall,” the company has confirmed.
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05.02.2010
Fall in apprentice numbers
A collapse in the number of apprentice numbers, could lead to a shortage of bodyshop technicians in the futures, new figures suggest.
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04.02.2010
Garage aspired to be SIMI member
A garage that wrongly used the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) logo, giving the impression that it was a member of the Society has appeared before the Circuit Civil Court.
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04.02.2010
Imported used car registrations decline
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) has reported that imported used car registrations declined in January by 46 per cent when compared with the same month last year.
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03.02.2010
Jeff Koons to create new BMW Art Car
Internationally acclaimed artist Jeff Koons has been announced as the next in a distinguished line of artists who will be creating BMW Art Car in what is the 35th anniversary year of the programme.
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03.02.2010
AutoRestore® gains BSI Kitemark
AutoRestore® is the first mobile bodyshop organisation in the UK to gain the BSI Kitemark certification for vehicle body repair - setting the high standards that consumers/fleet managers expect when having their cars repaired.
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02.02.2010
Toyota Ireland confirms recall numbers
Toyota Ireland, following detailed consultation with Toyota Europe, has now completed the process of identifying the models relevant to Ireland and production periods which are to be included in a recall due to a potential accelerator pedal issue.
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01.02.2010
Open weekend at your local Volvo dealer
The full range of DRIVe models will be on display for a special open weekend and Test Drive event during the weekend of the 6th & 7th February at Volvo Dealers throughout Ireland.
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29.01.2010
Black in the fast lane
Black is the most popular European automotive colour accounting for 27 percent of all first time registrations.
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22.01.2010
Standox Colour Fantasies 2010
The “Colour Fantasies of 2010” calendar from Standox reflects the company’s unrivalled colour expertise with a collection of brilliant automotive colour fantasies.
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22.01.2010
Glasurit RATIO Scan II
The growing diversity and complexity of colours makes colour matching for automotive refinishing increasingly difficult, costing bodyshops valuable working time.
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20.01.2010
Standox Internet colour search
Standox has completely updated its internet colour search with additional features. Refinishers now benefit from much faster and easier colour searches on the web thanks to new technology.
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18.01.2010
Colour trends 2010: Black in the fast lane
Black is the most popular European automotive colour accounting for 27 percent of all first time registrations. Beside black, silver, grey and white, blue is the only chromatic colour among the top 5.
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18.01.2010
The fast way to the right colour
So that bodyshops can find the right colour with even greater ease, Spies Hecker has transformed its web-based colour search, making it more advanced and easier.
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18.01.2010
2009 European new car sales end on a high
A highly unusual year in new car sales ended on a high for most manufacturers, but there are growing signs of uncertain times ahead, according to the full-year 2009 analysis by leading provider of automotive data and intelligence, JATO Dynamics.
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18.01.2010
Older drivers are the safest, says IAM
Drivers over 70 are no more likely to cause crashes than any other driver, and are considerably safer than younger drivers, according to a report published today by the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
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15.01.2010
Breakdown trucks may need annual tests in UK
40,000 more trucks and trailers may need mandatory annual roadworthiness tests in Britain if a proposal from the UK Department for Transport gets the go-ahead, reports the January issue of Commercial Vehicle Engineer.
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14.01.2010
Ten day registrations are far from a true reflection
After ten days, the new passenger vehicle market in Ireland was at 4527, with new LCV sales at 587 and 63 HGVs registered. That's 39.2% down on the first ten days in 2009. This is not a true reflection of the realistic market potential in this period.
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13.01.2010
Wintry weather takes toll on batteries, wipers and wheels
Following the warning last week from Protyre about the dangers snow-covered roads pose to tyres, including damage from striking concealed potholes or kerbs, comes a warning of less visible damage the weather can have on batteries and windscreen wipers.
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12.01.2010
Winter weather and true gritters
The truly atrocious Christmas and New Year weather made just about every motorist acutely aware of how reliant we are on one type of vehicle when snow and ice assault our roads.
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12.01.2010
Shocking amount of repairs carried out by unlicensed bodyshops
A Dagenham-based 'Bodyshop of the Year' AJC Wilson Bodyshop issued a press release urging drivers who have been unfortunate enough to have an accident during the recent snow blizzards to choose their accident repair centre carefully to ensure their car is repaired correctly and safely.
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11.01.2010
Dawn of a new era for the UK independent aftermarket
The start of the new decade heralds one of the most important developments in recent years for the UK automotive aftermarket, with the launch of the industry’s new umbrella organisation, the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation - (IAAF).
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08.01.2010
Bodyshop.ie 'Colour Job of the Month'
Classic Plum Crazy Pearl Coat exterior colour returns from the Dodge car paint code archive for an exclusive production run of the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8 in the United States. It is our 'Colour Job of the Month' for December ('09).
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08.01.2010
3M and Anest Iwata form a strategic alliance
3M and Anest Iwata today announced the two companies have entered into a strategic marketing agreement to sell the 3MTM Paint Preparation System (PPS), which reduces volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
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08.01.2010
2009 Safest Year on Record
2009 was the safest year on Ireland’s roads since road deaths were first recorded in 1959, that’s according to the Road Safety Authority which has released provisional road safety figures for 2009 today (Friday 1st.) January 2010.
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08.01.2010
RSA statement re: Driving tests & bad weather
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) wishes to advise its customers scheduled to take a driving test today Thursday 7th and tomorrow Friday 8th January 2010 that their driving test may be cancelled due to the bad weather.
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08.01.2010
Canal Workboat Restored For 200th Anniversary Celebrations
The conservation and protective roles of surface coatings are often overlooked, yet safeguarding steel structures from corrosion, for example, or returning historic fabrications to original condition are important, environmentally, aesthetically and often culturally.
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07.01.2010
Chevy Volt paint colour contest
In the passing of another milestone, General Motors announced the paint colours the Chevy Volt will be available in at the start of production: Black, Silver Ice Metallic, Cyber Gray Metallic, Crystal Red Metallic, a premium White Diamond Tri-Coat, and an unnamed Silver Emerald.
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04.01.2010
Kia extends 7 years warranty to entire range
Kia Motors Europe is celebrating a remarkable 2009 sales performance and the start of the New Year, by offering an industry-leading 7-year warranty on every new Kia vehicle sold in Europe. It should be noted that paintwork is however covered for 5 years (depending on model).
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