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The new Meyle-HD strut mount allows independent workshops to offer strut mount repairs on the Volkswagen T5 and T6 van models. Meyle is the first aftermarket supplier to offer this all-in-one repair kit complete with rolling bearing, forged spring plate and strut mount and fully compatible with both Volkswage models. Whether T5 or T6 –

Frank McDonagh, the chairman of the Irish TyreWholesalers and Retailers Association, says the new the pending Environmental Disposal Levy (EDL) scheme, which is due to commence on October 1 won’t work. McDonagh, from Mileage Tyres says the new compliance scheme aimed at reducing the amount of dumped or unaccounted for tyres isn’t fit for purpose.

VW Bus fans drawn from all over Europe, celebrated at a huge open-air long weekend party on the grounds of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ Hannover plant. Pop bands created the perfect festival atmosphere. Prior to the finale was a convoy of around 350 vehicles of all six vehicle generations from Wolfsburg to Hannover, where the T-series is made today. The

Continental under its ATE brand has unveiled a workshop cart, which offers workshops all the important tools for professional brake maintenance and repair. The tried-and-tested workshop cart, offered by Continental under its ATE brand, will also be available in a modular design version from September. Workshops can order the model that matches their individual needs

Truck & Bus Parts, the leading importer and distributor of commercial vehicle parts, and an official distributor for Continental VDO tachographs is now stocking a wide range of tachograph heads and accessories. For details on the full Continental VDO range download the brochure at www.truckandbusparts.ie

RTN Clayton Vallely, manufacturer of specialist tankers for the environmental, food and chemical industries, has taken delivery of its 500th Xlite forged aluminium wheel from exclusive European distributor, MWheels. The Barnsley-based company, whose clients include Yorkshire Water, McVitie’s and Redway European, has specified the market leading forged aluminium wheels on orders since March 2014, primarily

Winning international design awards has become something of a habit for the innovative South Korean tyre manufacturer Kumho, and for the second consecutive year it is guaranteed a prize in the automotive and transport category of America’s International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA). The product that attracted the judge’s approval this time around is the ‘Birth

Borg & Beck is a globally recognised brand with over 100 years history of engineering excellence and OE pedigree. Originally fitted to truck and bus, Borg & Beck today offers the aftermarket an extensive portfolio of Commercial Vehicle parts, the newest addition is a comprehensive range of CV Coils. The Air, Electrical and Brake Coils

Exhaust temperature sensors are subject to extreme strain levels, with operating temperatures ranging between -40°C and +1,200°C. Delivering reliable and precise measurement results is an absolute must in order to enhance the combustion process and keep emissions low. Correct temperature measurements are vital for long turbocharger and catalytic converter life and effective particle filter regeneration. To comply

Leading engine technologies from Federal-Mogul Powertrain are featured on all of the 2017 International Engine of the Year Awards winners. Federal-Mogul Powertrain’s broad range of advanced engine components are found on the winners of all 13 award categories, each of which use one or more of the company’s pistons, rings, liners, bearings, valve seats and

When replacing wipers, always remove the old wipers and then thoroughly clean the screen before fitting new ones. Pay particular attention to the top and bottom of the sweep areas as dirt collects here. If not cleaned, this dirt will immediately contaminate new wipers. If the vehicle is fitted with conventional blades, consider offering the