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| Archived News |  | 22.12.2011
Happy Christmas from bodyshop.ie
The staff at Automotive Publications Ltd would like to wish our loyal readers a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. The staff at www.bodyshop.ie are on holidays until Tuesday January 3, when normal service will resume on this site. More...
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21.12.2011
Stig cuts fuel bill with Topaz
A new short film which encourages motorists to reduce their fuel bill in 2012 by driving efficiently and which features former ‘Stig’ Ben Collins of Top Gear fame and the AA’s Nicola Hudson has just gone live on the Topaz website – www.topaz.ie More...
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20.12.2011
Volkswagen Golf remains Europe's best-selling car
The Volkswagen Golf remains Europe's best-selling car with sales increasing 1.0 per cent in November compared to a year earlier but down by 1.7 per cent year-to-date, according to the latest analysis from JATO Dynamics More...
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20.12.2011
New KYB coil spring catalogue
KYB has launched its brand new coil spring catalogue for 2012. The comprehensive catalogue features an impressive 143 new to range coil spring references, plus 59 part numbers have been updated to provide additional coverage. More...
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16.12.2011
Multi-purpose pack from 3M
Diversified technology company 3M has launched a unique abrasive products kit specifically designed for automotive panel shop applications. More...
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15.12.2011
amk Automotive experiences good growth
Leading automotive parts remanufacturer and distributor amk Automotive, exclusively represented in Ireland by Premco, has been remanufacturing calipers in the UK for over 15 years, and sales director Simon Salloway reports continued growth in this sector. More...
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09.12.2011
Great turn out for VRA North East Meeting.
It was standing room only at the recent Vehicle Repairers Association meeting for the North East held in Dundalk. Repairers from counties Louth, Monaghan and areas of Cavan attended the meeting in their numbers to find out more about the independent body repairers organisation and to voice their views on the future of the industry. More...
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09.12.2011
PPG gets Lexus approval
Toyota has endorsed the global use of new clearcoat technology for the PPG and Nexa Autocolor brands for the refinish repair of its new Lexus LFA super sports car. More...
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08.12.2011
Wincanton chooses Vito
Wincanton Record Management of Ballycoolin, Dublin is taking delivery of two Mercedes-Benz Vito vans to be used in collecting and distributing documentation within their nationwide customer base. More...
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05.12.2011
Auto makers urge stability for Europe
The European Automotive Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) is calling on European leaders to take urgent action to secure a stable economic environment in which businesses of all sizes can be confident about creating jobs and investing in a strong future for Europe. More...
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02.12.2011
Swifco and EMM forge ahead
Swifco, and EMM International, with its Colad and Hamach brands continue to make inroads into the Irish non-paint materials market despite challenging trading conditions. More...
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02.12.2011
Temporary Agency Work Directive
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mr Richard Bruton TD has this evening [Thursday 1st December 2011] written to employers' representative bodies to confirm that legislation to transpose the EU Directive on Temporary Agency Work is being finalised in light of the conclusion. More...
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30.11.2011
Switch on the air conditioning
UK insurance and warranty specialist, MB&G is warning drivers to switch on their air conditioning this winter in order to avoid costly future repair bills. More...
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29.11.2011
VRA meeting in Dundalk
Bodyshop owners and managers in the North East have been reminded that the Vehicle Repairers Association (VRA) is holding an open meeting for anyone involved in the accident repair industry... More...
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28.11.2011
Four brothers jailed in mileage clocking scam
Following the arrest of four brothers, jailed for reducing mileage readings on over 40 cars, HPI is urging dealers to protect themselves from the constant threat of "clocking". Dealers need to do everything they can to avoid the real risk of unwittingly part exchanging a clocked car, warns HPI. More...
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25.11.2011
Standox practical tips for restoring classic cars
A vintage car show can be a great place to see beautiful classic cars, but sometimes scratches and imperfections in the paintwork are visible on closer inspection. In most cases, this is because the original thermoplastic coating will not have been professionally restored. More...
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25.11.2011
3M products appear on hit programme Wheeler Dealers
Fans of the TV programme Wheeler Dealers can now see diversified technology company 3M on their TV screens, as its portfolio of car repair and restoration products feature in the new series of the popular television programme. More...
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25.11.2011
First Renault PRO+ launched in Keary’s Motors Cork
Keary’s Motors in Cork has been unveiled as the first Renault PRO + dealer in Ireland. Eric Basset, managing director, Renault Ireland welcomed guests to Keary’s Motors in Cork for the launch of the franchise dedicated to business customers, from sole traders to local fleet and semi-state companies. More...
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24.11.2011
Spread a little ‘Sunshine Power’ this Christmas
WEEE Ireland and the Children’s Sunshine Home incorporating LauraLynn House have just launched their Christmas charity campaign with a difference, spread a Little Sunshine, with the help of Lorraine Keane. More...
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23.11.2011
Peugeot announces finance offer
Peugeot has announced details of its newly launched 4% APR finance offer on new Peugeot 107, 207 and 308 models registered from 1st January up to 31st March 2012. More...
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22.11.2011
Western Motors launches smartphone app
Western Motors with Volkswagen and Audi dealerships based in Galway and
Drogheda have just launched a fully functional dedicated smartphone app, which operates on both iphone and android platforms. More...
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21.11.2011
HPI applauds automotive industry drive to cut carbon emissions
Vehicle information expert, HPI, joined the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) and industry leaders from the road transport arena this week, to recognize and reward best practice by manufacturers and fleet operators in developing products and services that reduce greenhouse gases. More...
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18.11.2011
VRA meeting in North East
Vehicle repairers in the North East are being reminded that the Vehicle Repairers Association (VRA) is holding an open meeting for anyone involved in the accident repair industry on Tuesday November 29th at 8.00PM in the Crowne Plaze Hotel, Dundalk. More...
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17.11.2011
Kia Rio takes Continental Irish Car of the Year Crown
The Kia Rio has been voted Continental Irish Car of the Year 2012 by the Irish Motoring Writers’ Association. The announcement was made at an awards ceremony today in the Convention Centre Dublin attended by leading figures from the motor industry. More...
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17.11.2011
Death of well known industry figure
The Irish motor industry lost a well known personality at the weekend with the sad death of Aidan Gilleran, late of A&D Motor Factors, Walkinstown, Dublin. More...
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15.11.2011
Toyota focuses on the future at Tokyo 2011
Toyota is using the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show to reinforce its position as an environmental technology leader with three concept cars, one near future, one mid term and one way out there. More...
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14.11.2011
Road Safety Alert – Heavy Rainfall
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users to take extra care using the roads as Met Eireann has issued a Weather Warning today Wednesday 16th November for heavy rain in West Munster and West Connacht. More...
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11.11.2011
Warm-up for clearcoats says Standox
Athletes warm up before a competition. Motorists know that engine oil becomes thicker in the winter cold. Things are not all that different with clearcoats and hardeners, which also tend to become more viscous during the cold season if not stored properly. More...
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09.11.2011
Ford open event
Ford Ireland has announced a range of offers and “all in” packages that include extended warranty, servicing and roadside assistance for up to four-years for customers looking to buy a car in 2012. More...
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08.11.2011
P R Reilly rolls out new fleet
Team P R Reilly's expansion plans continue to gather pace, with the initial roll out of is Car Care and Merchandising fleet, with the instantly recognisable blue and white Team P R Reilly logo. More...
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07.11.2011
Avis Ireland launches innovative car design competition
Avis Ireland has teamed up with Nissan Ireland, fashion stylist and journalist, Angela Scanlon and broadcaster and self confessed motor enthusiast Anton Savage to call on the public to design a unique car wrap design for one of Avis’ funky Nissan Jukes. More...
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04.11.2011
EPA backs certified bodyshops
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is throwing its weight of support behind the certified refinish sector and is urging motorists to check that they are using only certified car spraying operators when getting paintwork repaired as these providers are implementing good environmental practices. More...
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04.11.2011
Standothek guides from Standox
The art of refinishing has many facets, from choosing the perfect colour match to seamlessly eliminating damage and defects, and from substrate preparation to mastering a variety of painting techniques. More...
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03.11.2011
INA ranges continues to expand in Ireland
The market-leading INA range is continuing to expand in Ireland. New to the INA range – from Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket (UK) Ltd – includes new INA timing belt kits, tensioners, Front End Auxiliary Drive (FEAD) tensioners and Over Running Alternator Pulleys (OAP). More...
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02.11.2011
Jig calibration vital for safety
Globaljig chassis straightening supplier Tri-Sphere is urging bodyshops to think straight and not to skimp on re-calibration inspections for body alignment equipment. More...
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01.11.2011
New BMW dealership
Maxwell Motors, the long established motor dealership in Blackrock, Co. Dublin recently purchased by the Frank Keane Group, is poised to become a BMW dealership in November 2011. More...
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28.10.2011
Silver gets purer with Standox
Standox has launched Standohyd Basecoat Pure Silver, a special-effect colour that is particularly suited for coating wheel rims, mirror housings and add-on parts. More...
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28.10.2011
Permahyd Hi-TEC 480 Launch
The covers are off! Spies Hecker has launched a totally new waterborne basecoat system. Permahyd Hi-TEC 480 will set new standards in refinishing, according to the company. More...
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28.10.2011
Renault has bounce back-ability
Renault Ireland has just introduced a brand new offer for those who order their new 2012 Renault before 30th November - the Bounce Back Bonus! More...
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26.10.2011
Kia comes to the Kingdom
Kia Motors Ireland has appointed McElligotts of Tralee as Kia dealers in Kerry . “We are delighted to make this appointment,“ commented Kia Managing Director James Brooks at a photo call in Tralee. More...
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26.10.2011
Team PR Reilly appointment
Team P R Reilly has appointed John Donovan to head the company's development programme for its Hardware and Agri divisions. More...
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25.10.2011
ESB Networks goes electric
ESB Networks Ltd. has just taken delivery of part of the single largest order of electric vehicles ever placed in Ireland. Electric Vehicles Ireland, based in Tullamore, Co. Offaly supplied the vehicles. More...
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24.10.2011
Cathal drives off in new Renault Grand Mégane
Cathal O’ Connell (33) from Ballycullane, Wexford, and now living in Cork, drove off in his brand new Renault Grand Mégane after a nail biting live radio final on the Breakfast Show on Today FM last Friday morning. More...
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21.10.2011
Step off the Gas for greater control!
Tri-Sphere, the supplier that helped consign bracket hire costs to the scrap heap with the introduction of the Globaljig chassis straightening systems range, is now changing the way bodyshops think about paintshop efficiency. More...
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21.10.2011
€25,000 Toyota cash give away
To celebrate the launch of the new third generation Yaris, Toyota Ireland is kicking off an exciting promotion on Monday, October 24th, on its Facebook page, which will see the company give away €25,000 in cash and prizes over the next four weeks. More...
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20.10.2011
VWGI teams with Mondial Assistance Ireland
Mondial Assistance Ireland has secured a new contract with Volkswagen Group Ireland to manage and enhance customer service across the Volkswagen passenger, Audi, Skoda, Seat and Volskwagen commercial brands. More...
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18.10.2011
Stylish new Kia Rio arrives next week
Kia's all-new Rio goes on sale here on October 26th. It will have a starting price of €15,295 for the 1.25 litre LX petrol engined entry level version, but Kia expects the bulk of sales to come from the higher specification EX version, with a price tag of €16,595. More...
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17.10.2011
Silver gets purer with Standox
Standox has launched Standohyd Basecoat Pure Silver, a special-effect colour that is particularly suited for coating wheel rims, mirror housings and add-on parts. More...
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17.10.2011
Glass’s success in Irish market
Eurotax Glass’s bodyshop and insurance portfolio has seen great success in the Irish automotive market during 2011 – confirmed this recently with the news that all major contracts with Irish insurers for the company’s Claim Estimation System have been renewed. More...
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17.10.2011
PPG Bodyline dry goods
PPG' Bodyline Dry Good product range has been approved by Ford in the UK to join their Central Billing Programme. More...
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14.10.2011
CD to boost local charities
A leading figure in the refinish industry in Ireland is throwing his shoulder to the wheel to aid a number of local charities. More...
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13.10.2011
PR REILLY teams with Tec Doc
Major parts distributor Team P R Reilly is among the latest aftermarket businesses to embrace the TecDoc electronic parts catalogue system and incorporate it into a bespoke WEB SHOP portal. More...
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13.10.2011
Techplus assists 'Medallion for Excellence' winner
Techplus, the 3D wheel alignment specialists, recently assisted Paul Furlong, Ireland's representative in the Automobile Technology Competition at WorldSkills 2011, writes John Loughran. Paul finished ninth in the overall competition and returned home a 'Medallion for Excellence' winner. More...
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12.10.2011
CV Show 2012 looks set to be a sell-out
With truck and van sales up in the UK and the service and repair sector serving a busy road transport business, confidence is building for the 2012 CV Show and its dedicated Workshop zone. More...
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11.10.2011
Supporting Irish Road Safety Week
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) have launched a campaign to improve awareness among drivers of the need to maintain their tyres, particularly as winter approaches. More...
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11.10.2011
Mercedes-Benz sprints to the rescue
Motorsport Rescue Services - the longest-running and most-celebrated rapid-response safety team in Irish motorsport – have equipped themselves with a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 315 rapid response ambulance unit for use at events here and overseas. More...
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10.10.2011
Toyota Ireland Dream Car Art Contest
Toyota Ireland has kicked off its Dream Car Art Contest, a national art competition for under-16’s that will put 15 young aspiring artists in with a chance to compete on a global stage for a once in a lifetime trip to Japan, as well as win fantastic prizes such as games consoles and art supplies. More...
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07.10.2011
EPA launches Halfords investigation
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched an investigation into the sale of non compliant paint at Halfords stores nationwide on foot of a mystery shop conducted by the Irish Bodyshop Journal. More...
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06.10.2011
Team P R Reilly expansion programme
The Team P R Reilly 2011 expansion programme continues to roll out with a target of 20 nationwide Team partners / depots in place before the end of the year. More...
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05.10.2011
Ryan joins Team PR Reilly
Donal Ryan has joined Team P R Reilly at the company's new depot in Carlow. Ryan has more than 17 years sales and technical experience working with franchises... More...
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05.10.2011
Ulster Rugby Club tries Mazda
Mazda UK has been appointed as the ‘Official Vehicle Partner' for Ulster Rugby. As part of a three-year sponsorship agreement, Mazda UK will supply cars to the Club's players and staff. More...
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04.10.2011
Drop-off in new car sales continues
The fall-off in new vehicle sales continued last month, with car registrations down 35 per cent on September 2010, according to statistics from the Society for the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI). More...
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03.10.2011
Why you can't beat Mazda for quality
Mazda's network of approved accident repairers in the UK and Northern Ireland is a step ahead of the competition: it has just won a top quality award for its panel welding, joining and repair training course, the only car manufacturer to do so. More...
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30.09.2011
Equip Auto on horizon
Equip Auto 2011, the international automotive aftermarket trade fair takes place from Tuesday 11 to Saturday 15 October 2011 at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre. More...
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30.09.2011
First Line bearing catalogue
First Line has launched the latest version of its highly regarded wheel bearing catalogue and the 2011/12 edition, which is designated the 10e, is available now. More...
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29.09.2011
Top tips from Standox
Car finishes are frequently subjected to airborne pollution. The degree of contamination varies according to the nature of the fall-out and the paint finish. Metallic and pearl finishes are often more vulnerable than direct gloss colours. More...
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29.09.2011
Standox helps bodyshops achieve Kitemark
While Standox is first and foremost known as a premium paint manufacturer, the range of services the brand offers to bodyshops goes far beyond simply supplying paints and colour matching tools. More...
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27.09.2011
AGE Roadshow reminder
The Automotive Garage Equipment (AGE) roadshow takes place this week, with pitstops in Horse & Jockey, Co. Tipperary and Athlone, Co. Wesmeath. More...
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26.09.2011
Irish motor industry continues to create jobs
The Irish motor industry continues to create jobs, despite challenging trading conditions, as witnessed by the 50 + jobs that are currently posted on sister site, HYPERLINK "http://www.recruitauto.ie/"www.recruitauto.ie More...
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23.09.2011
New Permahyd Hi-TEC 480 video
Spies Hecker has unveiled an new video, which illustrates the benefits of using its new waterborne basecoat system - Permahyd Hi-TEC 480. More...
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19.09.2011
Details of AGE Roadshow announced
Automotive Garage Equipment (AGE) is taking to the road to showcase its range of car and truck diagnostics equipment, emissions testers, air conditioning equipment, parts washers and oil spill kits. More...
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16.09.2011
Standox image campaign wins red dot award 2011
The current Standox image campaign, “The Art of Color”, has won the “red dot award: communication design 2011”. Organised on an annual basis since 1993, the prize is one of the most renowned and important design awards in the world. More...
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15.09.2011
Free parking for Volkswagen drivers at Solheim Cup
Volkswagen, official car partner to the 2011 Solheim Cup (23rd – 25th September, Kileen Castle, Co. Meath), is giving golf fans and enthusiasts the opportunity to experience Ireland’s biggest sporting event of the year in style. More...
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13.09.2011
New Toyota Avensis makes world debut at Frankfurt
The new Toyota Avensis makes its world debut at the 2011 Frankfurt motor show, a substantially revised model that builds on the spaciousness, practicality and fuel efficiency of the current, third-generation car. More...
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12.09.2011
Volkswagen at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011
As the organisers prepare to open the door to this year’s IAA in Frankfurt next week, a team of around 1,000 people are on site putting the finishing touches to the Volkswagen stand in Hall 3. More...
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06.09.2011
Halfords still selling non compliant paint – swoop confirms
Halfords, the nationwide retailer of car parts, car enhancements and auto refinish paints has vowed to withdraw and destroy all unused 500 mls and 1 litre paint tins from its stores in the Republic of Ireland following a swoop by the Irish Bodyshop Journal. More...
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06.09.2011
MSL Volkswagen Sandyford opens for business
MSL - the well-known motor retailing group whose outlets include the MSL Ballsbridge, MSL Grange, MSL Park and MSL Cork dealerships - has entered into an agreement with Volkswagen Group Ireland to operate a Volkswagen sales outlet from premises in Sandyford formerly occupied by Foster Motor Company. More...
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05.09.2011
Electric utility truck ploughs ahead
With plummeting temperatures and enough snow to restrict vehicle and pedestrian movement predicted again this winter, Electric Vehicles Ireland says its all electric utility vehicle is the ideal answer to reduce the build up of freshly fallen snow and the treatment of icy footpaths, roads and carparks. More...
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05.09.2011
New aftermarket organisation established
A new organisation, R2C (Right to Choose) has been established by independent aftermarket suppliers, distributors and repairers to create greater public awareness of the law and motorists’ rights to choose where to have their vehicles serviced without being penalised. More...
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02.09.2011
Meet the EPA enforcer
Dr. Ian Marnane, Office of Environmental Enforcement, Environmental Protection Agency, has taken over responsibility for the oversight of the enforcement by local authorities of requirements for vehicle refinishing installations under the Paints Regulations. More...
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01.09.2011
CD adds Bosch
Component Distributors (CD) has added Bosch ABS Sensors and EGR valves into stock in both Dublin and Cork as well as Belfast. More...
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30.08.2011
Longford thieves strike again
For the third time in recent weeks, a gang of scam artists operating in the Longford area have targeted the workshop equipment trade. More...
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29.08.2011
Equip Auto on course to set new records
Less than three months ahead of its opening, EQUIP AUTO, the international biennial exhibition for automotive parts / systems and garage equipment industries is on course to set new records. More...
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26.08.2011
New thermal systems catalogue
Somora Motor Parts has unveiled its 2011/2012 thermal systems catalogue, which contains 450 pages of the most extensive range of Thermal Systems products More...
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26.08.2011
Irish cars getting older
Ireland’s population is aging. But it’s not just the good citizens of the State; it’s their cars too. That’s what the latest data released by official vehicle records experts, Cartell.ie reveals More...
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24.08.2011
Carsystem extends range
Carsystem continues to innovate with the forthcoming introduction of a number of additional products to its exiting range of over 1,500 different offerings. More...
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23.08.2011
Motor Factors Golfing Society
The Motor Factors Golfing Society (MFGS) will hold will hold its autumn outing (President's Prize) at the The K Club, Smurfit Course, on Friday September 16. More...
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24.08.2011
Volkswagen’s outstanding value €99 service offer
Volkswagen Ireland is currently offering an outstanding value service offer for all Volkswagen models, post 2007. For just €99, a registered Volkswagen dealership will ensure your vehicle receives all the TLC it truly deserves. More...
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22.08.2011
New Fiat Ducato fleet for Eircom
Eircom, Ireland's largest telecommunications provider, has just taken delivery of a new fleet of 34 specially-modified Fiat Ducato vans for use by its technical crews around the country. More...
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18.08.2011
Ford Easy Fuel helps prevent fuel theft
Fuel prices on the rise, but so too is the theft of fuel through siphoning. However, Ford owners can feel secure that they won’t return to an empty tank thanks to the company’s Easy Fuel cap-less fuel system. More...
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17.08.2011
PR Reilly now stocking Sigma wiper blades
The Sigma wiper blade is a new design fitted as Original Equipment to some recent Japanese and Korean vehicles such as Toyota Auris / Rav4, Mazda 6, Honda Civic etc. It is also fitted to some European vehicles such as the Opel Insignia. More...
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15.08.2011
ERP celebrates recycling success in Ireland
The European Recycling Platform (ERP) Ireland this week celebrates the sixth anniversary of the WEEE Directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) and welcomes the decision by The Minister for the Environment, Phil Hogan, TD, to commence the process of developing a new national waste policy, as evidenced in the publication of the consultation document “Towards a New National Waste Policy”. More...
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12.08.2011
New Bodyshop Conference and Expo
The Northern Ireland Bodyshop Alliance (NIBA) in partnership with the ABP Club are holding a Conference and Expo for all accident repairers on Tuesday 20th September 2011 at the Lagan Valley Island centre, Lisburn. The event runs from 4pm to 10pm. More...
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12.08.2011
Scam artists strike again in Longford
For the second time in recent weeks, a gang of scam artists operating in the Longford area have stolen a significant quantity of tyre service equipment from a well known supplier. More...
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12.08.2011
Is white the new black?
At Standox, colour is key, and unlike a few years ago when choosing a vehicle colour might have been a dull and uninspiring affair, today the array of tints and effects available is staggering. More...
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11.08.2011
Mazda confirmed as new sponsor of Connacht rugby
Mazda has been confirmed as the official title sponsor of Connacht rugby in a deal worth over €1.5 million over the next three years as part of major sponsorship deal, which will facilitate the development of both brands. More...
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10.08.2011
Audi explores new horizons
Audi is once again exploring new horizons with the Audi urban concept, a 1+1-seat, ultra-light car for congested urban spaces. More...
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09.08.2011
Maximising MINI in Belfast
MINI Belfast has moved from its former site shared with BMW Bavarian to a stand-alone dealership a few hundred metres away on Boucher Way. More...
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08.08.2011
How’s My Driving?
Nearly two thirds of children (63 per cent) admit their parents are aggressive drivers and 13 per cent say they are scared or embarrassed by Mum and Dad’s driving, according to new research. More...
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05.08.2011
Standox launches new Metal Stopper
Repairs of bare, sanded steel substrates can be difficult. After all, trouble areas like welding seams, overlapping grooves or rivets often have fine cracks that corrode quickly. More...
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05.08.2011
PR Reilly unveils new additives for under bonnet colours
Open the bonnet or boot of any modern car and in the majority of cases you’ll find that beyond the sound proofing and sundry trim, that the interior panels and engine bay are painted in body colour and usually in a satin or semi-matt finish. More...
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04.08.2011
Tyre changer and wheel balancer stolen
The motor trade has been advised to be on the look out for a group of scam artists operating in the Midlands following the theft of a tyre changer and wheel balancer, from a well known supplier. More...
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04.08.2011
Sigma wiper blades now available at PR Reilly
The Sigma wiper blade is a new design fitted as Original Equipment to some recent Japanese and Korean vehicles such as Toyota Auris / Rav4, Mazda 6, Honda Civic etc. It is also fitted to some European vehicles such as the Opel Insignia. More...
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04.08.2011
New Gates application catalogue
Gates has published its yearly updated Drive Systems Application Catalogue. This reference work of over 1,950 pages provides application data for passenger cars and light-duty commercial vehicles. More...
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03.08.2011
New car sales slump in July
Figures just released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show that new car sales plummeted by 35 per cent in July, when compared to the same month last year. More...
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29.07.2011
Standox advises on industrial fallout
Car finishes are frequently subjected to airborne pollution, the degree of contamination varies according to the nature of the fall-out and the paint finish. Metallic and pearl finishes are often more vulnerable than direct gloss colours. More...
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29.07.2011
Preparation is key says U-POL
The key to a perfect finish is preparation, preparation, preparation! To avoid costly reworking at a later stage, it is important to prepare the substrate to achieve optimum conditions for adhesion and removal of imperfections. More...
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28.07.2011
New Dayco catalogue from Team PR Reilly
Dayco’s latest Automotive catalogue, which was launched at the recent Autopromotec show in Bologna, features the complete range of automotive OEM power transmission products that are now available to the aftermarket through PR Reilly. More...
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28.07.2011
Lexus loves drama
Lexus Ireland is sponsoring the Ulster Bank Dublin Theatre Festival as Official Vehicle Partner. More...
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27.07.2011
EQUIP AUTO on course to set new records
Less than three months ahead of its opening, EQUIP AUTO, the international biennial exhibition for automotive parts / systems and garage equipment industries is on course to set new records. More...
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27.07.2011
NGK to exhibit at MechanEx
NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd will be exhibiting its market-leading spark plug, glow plug and Lambda sensor ranges at MechanEx which is being held at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 20 & 21. More...
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25.07.2011
Maxol launches fuels you can trust campaign
In an unprecedented move, Maxol has set up a Quality Assurance Scheme called ‘Fuels You Can Trust’ which is aimed at protecting Irish motorists from the hazards of purchasing illegal or tampered diesel fuel. More...
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11.07.2011
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08.07.2011
Ford launches “Drive to Fitness” ca gn
Ford Ireland has launched its Drive to Fitness campaign which is aimed at encouraging company car and van drivers to look after their health through better food choices and more regular exercise. More...
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08.07.2011
New Surfacer for Commercial Vehicles
With its simple application and accelerated initial and hard drying, new Spies Hecker Permafleet® VHS Non-Sanding Surfacer 5620 enhances flexibility in commercial vehicle finishing. More...
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06.07.2011
Ford Ireland upgrades Mondeo package
Ford Ireland has unveiled a summer-time offer for its award-winning Mondeo model: four years warranty, four years road-side assistance and four years free servicing for any model purchased before September 30. More...
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05.07.2011
Become a Racing Driver Competition
Mondello Park and Sheane Cars have re-launched their 'Become a Racing Driver' competition for 2011, following the highly impressive race début of 2010 competition winner Sean Hynes. More...
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04.07.2011
New car sales up 31 per cent in June
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry(SIMI) has just released June sales figures which show that new car sales were up 31 per cent compared with the same month last year. More...
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04.07.2011
Ford again best seller
As the scrappage scheme came to an end, car sales increased by almost one-third in June on the same period last year, with Ford taking the position of the country’s best-selling car brand for the second month in succession. More...
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01.07.2011
It’s an inside job
Open the bonnet or boot of any modern car and in the majority of cases you’ll find that beyond the sound proofing and sundry trim, that the interior panels and engine bay are painted in body colour and usually in a satin or semi-matt finish. More...
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01.07.2011
TR Motors founder 50 years in Mercedes-Benz service
Ronnie Moloney, co-founder and managing director of TR Motors, this year celebrates his 50 years’ career in Mercedes-Benz service. His company, which is situated in the Dublin suburb of Harold’s Cross, is a main authorised service dealer for Mercedes-Benz. More...
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