Sophie Conlon

Jul 31, 2023 | iaea-online.org | Sophie Conlon

With the significant rise in the cost of living for many across the UK, new data from LV= General Insurance (LV=) has found many motorists are avoiding repairs and servicing. According to LV='s breakdown provider, Britannia Rescue, the number of call outs where vehicles didn't have a MOT has increased by 78%. The data also correlates with a 2% rise in MOT failures across the UK within the same period according to DVSA figures. Furthermore, 35% of these failures had at least one dangerous item.

Jul 31, 2023 | iaea-online.org | Sophie Conlon

The Sleeping Battery is designed to combat cars being stolen by relay attack. Relay attack is a form of keyless car theft where criminals bypass keyless entry security by extending the signal of the car key from the home. How does relay attack work? • Thief one stands close to the vehicle and uses n RFID (radio frequency identification device) to extend signals from the vehicle to thief two. • Thief two stands close to the house, often at the front door or window and uses a second RFID.

Jul 31, 2023 | iaea-online.org | Sophie Conlon

This three-row SUV offers versatile seating options, V2L (vehicle-to load) capability, advanced technologies, and more. From the very first sketch to the moment the first model rolls off the production line, the new Kia EV9 electric SUV has been created to deliver new standards of space, practicality, flexibility, comfort, and technology.

Jul 31, 2023 | iaea-online.org | Sophie Conlon

Apprenticeship Central has announced that more than half of its current technical vacancies are for repair technician apprentices. The company is an apprenticeship specialist for automotive employers wanting to outsource recruitment and retention, with delivery through three main services, Recruit, Nurture and Ensure.

Oct 26, 2022 | victorharbortimes.com.au | Sophie Conlon