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Serfac expands lighting range with Magneti Marelli, Hella and Valeo

Serfac Limited has strengthened its aftermarket offering with an expanded range of vehicle lighting from three world-leading brands – Magneti...
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Octoral C600 Rapid Production Clear from Autopaint Supplies

Autopaint Supplies is an Irish stockist of the C600 Rapid Production Clearcoat from Octoral, an automotive refinish and paint brand...
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Keeping the workshop cool when the temperature climbs

With warmer spells now a fixture of the working calendar, Jefferson Tools looks at the practical ways automotive workshops can...
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MechanExpert Technical Roadshows return next week

Mechanics and technicians across Northern Ireland are invited to get hands-on with the latest in automotive technology next week during...
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WorldSkills Team Ireland gets pep-talk from Ray Goggins

As preparation gets underway for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 this September, the WorldSkills Team Ireland of 2026 gathered at Technological University...
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Inaugural ReParts conference highlights needs of sector

The inaugural conference of the new trade association – ReParts, representing Authorised Treatment Facilities (ATFs) that sell reused automotive parts,...
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Japanparts Group named Nexus Automotive main supplier

Japanparts Group has signed an agreement with Nexus Automotive to be the company’s main supplier. The move will strenghten the international aftermarket presence of the Japanparts, Ashika and Japko brands. The Japanparts Group also states that agreements are already in place with other international groups to further expand business. Alessandro Piazza, General Manager of Japanparts

Side curtain airbags keep drivers safe

New rollover side curtain airbags targets one of the most critical consequences of rollover accidents, where drivers or passengers are injured in a collision or fatally crushed by their own vehicle. This unique solution deploy and protect those travelling in the cab if the truck rolls over. The Scania’s new truck generation can be equipped

Draper Tools centenary edition catalogue launched

To commemorate 100 years in business, Draper Tools has launched its centenary edition catalogue, which will be available in April. The new catalogue will feature over 900 new products spread across 928 pages. Plus, with a new structure and order, it’s easier than ever before to find the products you need inside. Draper has highlighted

Terry Knox appointed IAAF president

Terry Knox has been appointed the new Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) president, taking over from Lawrence Bleasdale who stepped down at IAAF’s AGM on February 14. This comes as the IAAF’s former Honorary Treasurer Richard Welland has been appointed the new vice president. Knox, who became IAAF vice president in April 2018, has been

ACEA backs new vehicle safety rules

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has welcomed the European Parliament’s decision to revise the General Safety Regulation, which mandates the safety technologies to be included as standard in new vehicles. ACEA, which represents 15 major Europe-based car, van, truck and bus manufacturers, said the vote by the lead Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO)