James Dixon

Ireland

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FIXT consumables from TRP Parts Ireland

5 days ago | factorfocus.ie | James Dixon

HomeCV FactorFIXT consumables from TRP Parts Ireland CV Factor, Irish News, News TRP Parts Ireland is a national stockist of FIXT consumables, whose range comprises an array of professional-grade chemicals, lubricants, spray paints, and maintenance products for vehicles and machinery, providing specialised maintenance solutions. Between them, the full offering from FIXT is comprehensive enough to cover almost every general workshop application – as well as many more specialised needs across a...
It starts with Ring

1 week ago | factorfocus.ie | James Dixon

Ring Automotive is highlighting its battery support units and the fact that these pieces of equipment are not just for battery care. While still called SmartCharge Pro, Ring is actively promoting its professional range of SmartChargers by their other main function of battery support units. These units are designed to deliver more functionality, more reliability and more value for the modern workshop.
MechanExpert Technical Roadshows return in June

1 week ago | factorfocus.ie | James Dixon

The full list of June dates and venues have now been confirmed for the second set of MechanExpert Technical Roadshows of 2025, which will take place across three venues: Fermoy (Tuesday 17th June), Gaelscoil De HÍde School, 6-9pm Cork (Wednesday 18th June), Talbot Hotel, 6-9pm Portlaoise (Thursday 19th June), Killeshin Hotel, 6-9pm This year’s MechanExpert Technical Roadshows sees two new brands coming on board as partners – MEYLE and febi Bilstein – who are featuring alongside technical...
Apaseal takes new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

1 week ago | tyretrade.ie | James Dixon

Apaseal, a leading supplier of tyre equipment and accessories since 1972, has taken delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter from MUTEC Truck & Van Centre in Dublin. The company’s new Sprinter is a 315/36 Select model finished in Jupiter Red and is fully kitted out with bespoke storage solutions. Apaseal has equipped the tyre and motor trade for success since 1972, and provides the highest quality equipment and consumables, backed by decades of expertise and nationwide support.
Are illegal headlight bulbs causing glare?

1 week ago | bodyshop.ie | James Dixon

Using its lighting laboratory located at its headquarters in Leeds, UK, Ring, an automotive lighting and auto electrics supplier, has found that there are bulbs that are not road legal that may be causing glare. Glare has been a hot topic in the news with many blaming LED lights for the rise in incidents of glare.
Ascenso Tyres expands innovative VF tyre range

1 week ago | tyretrade.ie | James Dixon

Building on its reputation as a challenger brand in the off- highway tyre market, Ascenso Tyres continues to exceed farmer expectations with its recently launched VHR 3000, the latest addition to its Very High Flexion (VF) product line. VHR 3000Ascenso’s latest, state-of-the-art VF tyre VHR 3000 is now available to farmers worldwide.
Hankook sponsoring three upcoming UK truck shows

1 week ago | tyretrade.ie | James Dixon

Hankook has announced official partnerships with three major UK trucking events: ‘Devon Truck Show’ on 23rd- 25th May at Smeathorpe Stadium, Honiton, ‘The Truck Show Cornwall’, now at its new location in Nanskival, St Mawgan, on 19th-20th July, and ‘Best of the Best’ Truck Show at Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on 13th-14th September. Celebrating the best in commercial transport solutions, these events will showcase top-tier commercial vehicles across the UK and Europe.
One million and counting: Alliance’s Agri Star II reaches a global milestone

1 week ago | tyretrade.ie | James Dixon

In today’s farming landscape, where performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency are more crucial than ever, reaching one million units sold is more than a commercial milestone—it’s a symbol of trust. For Alliance, the globally renowned brand of agricultural and off-highway tyres under Yokohama-ATG, the sale of one million Agri Star II tyres worldwide represents a powerful validation of innovation, quality, and relevance to the needs of modern farmers.
Techplus brings 'revolutionary' Rotary truck tyre changer to Ireland

1 week ago | tyretrade.ie | James Dixon

Techplus, the official Rotary agent for Ireland, has introduced the Rotary NAV73.17 truck tyre changer to the Irish market. Hugh Brady, Techplus managing director, said this “state-of-the-art machine is set to transform commercial vehicle workshops with cutting-edge features designed for efficiency, safety, and heavy-duty performance”. Engineered by Rotary, a global leader in vehicle service equipment, the NAV73.17 is tailored for trucks, buses, and industrial vehicles.
Yuasa and Somora back Árón Taylor-Smith for 2025 BTCC season

1 week ago | factorfocus.ie | James Dixon

HomeNewsBatteriesYuasa and Somora back Árón Taylor-Smith for 2025 BTCC season Batteries, Irish News, News Yuasa, one of Europe’s leading battery brands, is charging into the 2025 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season alongside Irish racer Árón Taylor-Smith, with support from leading Irish distributor Somora Motor Parts. Following a standout 2024 season in which Taylor-Smith dominated the Independents’ Championship with 20 class wins and two outright podiums, he now takes on the grid...