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Multiple League of True Mechanics (LOTM) UK winner Edd Hunt, enjoyed the top prize for the winner of the 2023 competition, which was a weekend trip for two to attend the charismatic Monaco Grand Prix, which took place around the narrow streets of the principality in late May.

Automotive accessory specialist, Ring Automotive, is urging technicians to educate customers on the importance of headlight alignment. Although the aftermarket is a fruitful industry, full of specialists that are enthusiastic about vehicles and how to repair them, something that the industry still struggles with is making the most out of situations that should be more

The second series of MechanExpert technical roadshows were successfully delivered last week (18th-20th June 2024) in Waterford, Midleton, and Skibbereen, introducing the trade to leading OE brands. MechanExpert and Bosch ran demonstrations on the Bosch DAS 3000 ADAS Recalibration System in Waterford, along with live KTS demonstrations in Skibbereen. Schaeffler REPXPERT presented LuK demonstrations on

GS Yuasa, which boasts of being the world’s leading battery manufacturer, is highlighting the importance of regular battery checks, no matter the season. Given the increased spike in failures typically seen over the colder months, most assume it’s cold weather that kills batteries. However, the Japanese battery manufacturer is encouraging workshops to consider the impact

It has just been announced in Automotive News’ annual ranking of Europe’s top suppliers based on sales of their original equipment parts that German rivals Bosch and ZF remain number one and two respectively. Both will be among the star exhibitor attractions at the Auto Trade EXPO in Dublin’s RDS on October 12th. and 13th.

Denso boasts to being a major original equipment (OE) component manufacturer for vehicle makers globally, and a leader in thermal management expertise. It adds that air conditioning (AC) systems a particular area of specialist knowledge and experience. As the AC service season is now well underway, Denso is reminding the independent service and repair sector

Below from Bosch illustrates cabin filter installation tips for a range of right-hand drive vehicles. Find out what type of filters in the Bosch range, including Standard, Activated Carbon, and FILTER+pro, fits your vehicle. As well as, the installation time and installation position.

Until now, battery tests have provided electric vehicle (EV) owners insight into the total condition of an EV’s battery without providing a comparison with other vehicles. While this represented a milestone in understanding the re-marketing of used electric vehicles, it was not previously possible to compare the values with a peer group. AVILOO Battery Diagnostics

Time is really moving along. There are now just four months to go to Ireland’s one and only auto and transport industries aftermarket exhibition.