Author: James Dixon

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) wants the European Union to use emergency regulation to delay its 2025 emissions targets for automakers by two years in 2025, according to a new report by Bloomberg.

Commercial vehicle parts manufacturer Sampa Automotive, distributed in Ireland by Harris CAS, has won two awards at this week’s Automechanika Innovation Awards 2024.

First Line Ltd. is sponsoring the Scottish Bangor Challenge team’s 2003 Honda Accord VII Tourer for the Two Ball 700 Mile Rally, who are raising funds for the Bodie Hodges Foundation.

Hengst Filtration is expanding its aftermarket portfolio to include further product groups for workshops and wholesalers. The company is currently presenting these at Automechanika in Frankfurt.

The size of cars on Irish roads is growing. This not only has implications for motorists, pedestrians and the road network, but the aftermarket too. In future, existing infrastructure at service garages and parts suppliers may prove inadequate to properly maintain this super-sized generation of vehicles, and in response, many will have to invest in

A new addition to the professional mechanic’s toolbox is this Ratchet Flare Nut Wrench Set (part number 8874) from Laser Tools, which features six crowfoot-style wrenches, in 10mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 17mm and 19mm sizes.

AS-PL has added a new alternator (A0966S) to its range, which is suited for use in a number of Dacia models.

Draper Tools has launched its brand-new workshop promotion which it says is packed with unbeatable deals on essential tools and equipment. This promotion is designed to help mechanics and garage owners optimise their workspace and maximise efficiency as winter approaches.

Brake Engineering has introduced more than 60 new brake calipers into its range since the start of 2024, which it says underlines its commitment to remanufacturing and supporting automotive parts distributors and garages.