Author: Eoin Cuttle

Somora Motor Parts, one of Ireland’s leading automotive parts distributors with a nationwide network of over 400 customers, has announced a new partnership with Yuasa Battery and reigning BTCC Independent Champion, Aron Taylor-Smith.

Liqui Moly has launched a new low-friction engine oil that has been developed to protect modern petrol, diesel and hybrid Mercedes-Benz engines, in the best possible way and optimise their performance.

Delphi has hit the ground running in 2025 through a significant first-to-market brake parts release, with brake pads, shoes and discs for cars and vans from major vehicle manufacturers including Ford, Volkswagen and Toyota all gaining finest-quality Delphi braking coverage.

FAI Automotive has appointed Lewis Wykes as head of sales for the UK and Ireland, as the company “looks to align its business strategy and overall objectives to increase its footprint in the market”.

First Line Ltd. has appointed Kevin Neaverson as commercial director, saying he will help to further strengthen customer-centric relationships and drive the company’s ambitious growth strategy.

Continental has added new wishbone bushings and ball joints to its suspension and steering parts range. According to the company, all the parts offer excellent fit and durability, allowing repair jobs to be carried out safely and to a reliably high standard.

Simply Brands, a supplier of auto accessories and private labelling manufacturer, has revealed that 2024 was one of the company’s best years since inception.

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerates globally, its impact reaches far beyond reducing carbon emissions. The EV revolution is reshaping circularity in the automotive industry, transforming how materials are sourced, used, and repurposed, necessitating a closed-loop economy.

Niterra has unveiled a new 50th anniversary livery to mark five decades of business across the UK and Ireland.