Author: Padraic Deane

Let us all play our part in making 2021 a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. On Wednesday last (December 30th.), the Taoiseach announced that

Padraic Deane spoke with Kevin O’Kane, MD of FG7 on the occasion of the 20th. anniversary of the foundation of the business.

With the six-month MOT deferral now over in the UK, and NCT centres busy dealing with the back log in Ireland , workshops and motor factors need to prepare themselves for the high demand that is there now and will continue into the first quarter of 2021.

Toyota is introducing a new 2.8-litre engine turbo-diesel engine to its range-topping Land Cruiser SUV and Land Cruiser Commercial range. It promises more power and greater efficiency.

TVS Auto Electrics tells us that it is announcing an exciting new distribution partnership with leading Automotive Aftermarket brand Bosch.

PCL tells us that it’s ‘Partner+’ performance programme has continued to flourish despite Covid-19, with distributors signing up for wraparound support which will help them to recover and thrive.

Mercedes-Benz in Ireland is poised to expand its e-van range with the introduction of new eSprinter van range. It is an all-new, all-electric model comparable to conventional Sprinters that will take its place alongside the already introduced eVito.   Set to arrive here later in August or early September, the new high-roof eSprinter is billed

BMW Ireland has been on to us and the German carmaker and Mondello Park would like to invite frontline workers to a unique opportunity on the August 6th. It’s the opportunity to get up close and personal with their ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’ and experience the thrill of the racing line first hand with an exclusive

Bosch tells us that it is reacting to current market developments and new statutory requirements by expanding its already wide range of starter batteries for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, powered two-wheelers, and recreational vehicles like motor homes and motorboats.   Eco Line range offers a solution in line with a vehicle’s fair market valueIn tough economic climates, the