The National Franchised Dealers Association Spring Ball returned to the Grove in Hertfordshire recently to celebrate industry excellence. Bringing together dealers, manufacturers, and senior automotive stakeholders, the event offered an evening of fine dining, entertainment, and networking opportunities. The event […]
Irish-owned parts distributor Serfac Limited has recently moved to new state-of-the art premises in Tallaght, Dublin 24, with over 7,000 sq metres (75,000 sq feet) of warehouse and office space. “Our business has grown significantly over recent years and we’re […]
First Stop has added the final piece to its new-look jigsaw in the shape of Business Development Manager Celine May, who is tasked with driving the network forward across Ireland. Celine is a familiar face to many of First Stop […]
Leading local motoring businesses and professionals are under starter’s orders with the much-anticipated return of the prestigious Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards 2024. New and used car dealerships, leasing operations, vehicle maintenance and repair specialists and automotive part suppliers will […]
Over 480 motoring professionals representing more than 40 of Northern Ireland’s leading automotive businesses came together to celebrate their achievements at the Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards. Sponsored by Used Cars NI, The Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards took place […]
PPG has announced the launch of PPG DP7000 Air-Dry Primer and a range of dedicated ancillaries across automotive refinish markets in Europe. PPG DP7000 primer saves bodyshops time and energy thanks to fast air drying, helping to increase productivity and […]
Dublin-based Atlas Autoservice has acquired 18 First Stop outlets from Bridgestone. Atlas Autoservice has its headquarters in Finglas, Dublin and is owned by the McKillen family. The late Belfast-born Paddy McKillen – father of Dublin hotelier and developer of the […]
Castrol has appointed Certa, part of DCC plc, as its sole Country Partner for Ireland and Northern Ireland to focus on the distribution of products across automotive, industrial, marine and energy sectors. The appointment will streamline the distribution of Castrol […]
The father and son team of Denis and Stuart Biggerstaff of Kinallen Coachworks in Dromore, Co Down, have recently opened a barn conversion housing a superb collection of cars and motoring memorabilia. As well as running the bodyshop business, Denis […]
’Unless garages prioritise training, there will be a shortfall in the number of technicians to service electric and hybrid vehicles,’’ says Dasos Michaelides, Autotech Training’s Head of Business Development. The popularity of EVs across the UK is growing with 315,000 […]
