Irish News Archive

NGK hosts Northern Ireland Golf Day

Ignition specialist NGK Spark Plugs (UK) Ltd has held its 26th annual Northern Ireland Golf Day. Playing the Valley Golf Course at Royal Portrush Golf Club, the rain fortunately stayed away on what was a fun-filled day for everyone involved. Winner of the low handicap section and the NGK Shield was last year’s runner-up Nial

New car sales decline by 10.2 per cent

New car sales in for the first nine months of the year (128,578) declined by 10.2 per cent when compared to new cars sold during the same period of 2016, according to figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI). Used imports remain a significant feature of the market so far in

Motor Factor Awards presented at Carton House

The Motor Factor Awards, part of the Irish Auto Trade Awards, were presented at the five star Carton House, in Co. Kildare on Thursday, October 26. The Motor Factor Awards were sponsored by TecAlliance, which provides the independent aftermarket with effective replacement parts management solutions, for wholesalers, distributors, workshops and even parts suppliers/manufacturers. TecAlliance specialises

New FinishLine Straight Die Grinder

Abcon Ireland has expanded its FinishLine range with the addition of a new variable speed straight grinder, the FinishLine Die Grinder. The expansion comes just weeks after the addition of a Universal Plastic Putty, Fibreglass repair kit and other ancillary products to the range. The Die Grinder, a 1600W 110V machine, is fully compatible with

Motorists warned of Hallowe’en driving dangers

In advance of the October Bank Holiday weekend and Hallowe’en, AA Ireland is warning motorists to exercise additional caution while driving as conditions worsen over the coming weeks. While there is little risk of significant weather events currently, the changing of the clocks and the start of the winter season represent an increasingly dangerous period

TnT Solutions from Laser Tools

A 12 page catalogue featuring new products and special offers is now available from Motor Factors and Tech’n’Tool stockists nationwide. The catalogue complements TnT’s other brochures, “Welding & Air Solutions”, “Diagnostics & Test Equipment”. All publications can be downloaded from www.techntools.ie or are available from your local TnT stockist. TnT Solutions offers new products and

New time-saving tech tip video for commercial vehicle clutch cylinders

Diesel Technic UK & Ireland brand, DT Spare Parts, has released a new ‘Parts Specialists’ video detailing how to replace commercial vehicle clutch cylinders. The two mechanics, Björn and Lars, provide helpful tips along with a walkthrough on how to safely replace the component. The latest video sees the experts educate technicians by using DT

Mutlu Battery announces a heroic collaboration

Mutlu Battery, a leading player in the global battery industry and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, have partnered to use the DC Super Heroes of Justice League for an all-new heroic marketing campaign. The DC Justice League characters featuring in the campaign includeSuperman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash and Green Lantern.

Motor Factor Awards winners announced

John Laverty Motor Factors, Dundalk has been named as Motor Factor of the Year at the Irish Auto Trade Awards. John Laverty Motor Factors beat off stiff competition from Parts For Cars, Blanchardstown (Dublin winner), Kingdom Motor Factors / Top Part Tralee, (Munster winners), One Stop Motorshop, Letterkenny (Connacht / Ulster winners) and Fyfes Motor