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GARAGE IRELAND

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Vol 4 2019

Vol 4 2019

CONTENTS Vol 4 2019 Vol 1 2019

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Vehicle history and data expert Cartell.ie recently announced the findings from the latest state of the market report in conjunction with BAC Auto Consulting. Used car sales for the first seven months of 2019 are down 4.2% including imports and down 4.4% excluding imports.

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An Irish Škoda employee has taken first-place in his category at the International Škoda Challenge Competition for the second year in a row. Cavan native, Darragh Smith, won the Parts Manager Category for the second time at the International Finals of the Škoda Challenge.

SPECIAL FEATURE

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Our special preview to the event of the year for the automotive and aftermarket industries runs from page 14 to page 53…

Euro Car Parts Team P R Reilly recently hosted two trade evenings in Ireland, showcasing the latest developments in product, training and equipment.

We talk to Allied Nippon’s Director of Braking Dr. Keith Ellis and Comline’s Global Head of Marketing Leigh Davies.

Riverpark Training apprentice Conor McKevitt took an outstanding Silver Medal in Car Painting and a Best in Nation Award at World Skills 2019 held in Kazan, Russia.

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Welcome to one of the biggest editions of Garage Trader magazine.

Inside we preview MECTEC 2019, the show for everyone involved in the automotive and aftermarket sectors. MECTEC 2019 will feature stands from some of the top parts manufacturers from around the world and full marks go to FG7’s Kevin O’Kane and his team for organising the event.

Not only will there be free food and refreshments for everyone attending but one lucky attendee will drive home in a brand new Vauxhall Combo van amongst a number of fantastic prizes. The Tech Shed will offer mechanics and technicians the chance to be brought bang up to date with the latest developments in the industry while Comline and Allied Nippon will have top experts giving talks each night. MECTEC is on Tuesday 8th, Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th October and pre-registration is essential at www.MECTEC2019.com

See you there.

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NEWS

Used Car Sales Down 4% V

ehicle history and data expert Cartell. ie recently announced the findings from the latest state of the market report in conjunction with BAC Auto Consulting. Used car sales for the first seven months of 2019 are down 4.2% including imports and down 4.4% excluding imports.

Used car sales have fallen every month this year over the same period in 2018 except for March, where the fall in used car sales in March 2018 helped deliver a 9% increase in total used car sales in March 2019, 6.3% increase excluding imports.

Total used car imports hit 22.9% of all used car sales to the end of July 2019. This is up from 21.9% of all used car sales in 2018. The figure of 22.9% constitutes a record since Cartell has started recording this figure.

This increase of imports impacting used car sales is expected to continue whilst the UK border stays open and the euro remains strong against the pound.

The report states: “While the issue of an open or closed border between Ireland

and the UK is seen as the biggest issue facing Brexit, there is some irony that a closed border could actually be a good thing for parts of Ireland’s automotive industry according to the latest data from Cartell.ie Carstat database.

Back in 2013, with a relatively strong euro against the British pound imports were flooding in at a rate of 2 for every 3 new cars sold. The collapse of the Euro in 2015 saw this drop to a ratio of 1:3 before rising again to a record of

almost 4 imports for every 5 new cars sold in 2018. However, the UK stumbling over Brexit saw UK businesses stockpiling in the run-up to the original March 2019 Brexit data which boosted UK GDP growth and strengthened the pound against the euro.”

Despite the pound weakening since March total imports remain 5.4% down over the first six months of last year.

The UK car market fell by 4.3%

for the first half of 2019 compared to the same period last year.

Both markets are also seeing the introduction of the Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test. This could see some UK dealers and manufacturers pushing new car sales in the run-up to September to clear out stock before the new regulations are mandated and to recover some lost sales. The political brinkmanship over Brexit could also keep the pound weak adding to the attractiveness of importing.

Woodford Training offers Launch’s TPMS

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avan based Woodford Training now has stock of Launch’s new Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which features the latest diagnostic and programming technology available to the aftermarket for tyres, the Pilot TMPS and RF Sensor.

Pilot TPMS is a professional diagnostic tool that integrates the vehicle’s basic diagnostic functions, common special functions and TPMS sensor activation, reading, programming (LAUNCH RFSensor) and learning.

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As a brand-new TPMS diagnostic tool with strong competitiveness, it provides automatic VIN identification and can achieve full-model, full-system automotive fault diagnosis, and has six types of commonly used service and reset functions.To complement Pilot TPMS, Launch has also unveiled the new RF-Sensor, a convenient and powerful solution for service shops that provide TPMS service.

The universal TPMS sensor covers 95% of OE Parts, and as a radio frequency sensor it can be

programmed by Pilot TPMS for OE sensor replacement, via Over-theAir Programming (OTA).

Offering over five years of battery life, key features include program capability before or after tyres’ mounting, alongside sensor activation that reads tyre pressure data, including pressure, tyre temperature and battery state, covering more than 98% of models with a tyre pressure system.

Woodford Diagnostics was formed in 1994 by Robert Keith who has

been working within the motor trade from an early age.

Initially the company’s main business was workshop based and carried out diagnostic work on motor vehicles. This also gave a great insight into various pieces of diagnostic kit. As Woodford Diagnostics grew, the workshop business was separated from the diagnostic equipment sales.

For more information contact Woodford Diagnostics & Training Services on 049 436 2877.

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ord and Centrica are set to offer new electric vehicle services in Ireland as Ford accelerates its electrified vehicle plans in Europe.

Under the planned partnership, Centrica will deliver a dedicated home charging installation service and electrified vehicle tariffs from Bord Gáis Energy that will allow Ford customers to benefit from lower energy prices for overnight charging as the new range of Ford electrified vehicles are launched.

Centrica will also make its installation service available to support Ford’s dealership networks across Ireland and the UK.

“Ford is committed to delivering one of the most comprehensive line-ups of electrified vehicles for our customers, powered through the Ford home charger Wall Boxes”, said Ciarán McMahon, Chairman and Managing Director of Ford in Ireland.

“With their scale, experience and access to the electric grid, our partnership with Centrica will enable us to offer a one-stop shop for our customers as they transition to an electrified vehicle, including exciting new vehicle options, wall box, installation service and electricity tariff.”

Every new Ford passenger vehicle nameplate in Europe will include an electrified option – mild hybrid, full hybrid, plug-in hybrid or full battery electric.

Upcoming allelectric models include an all-new, Mustang-inspired performance SUV with a range of 600km (WLTP targeted) coming in late 2020; an all-electric Transit in 2021; and a new high-volume

Ford model on Volkswagen’s MEB battery electric vehicle platform planned to be built in Europe for 2023.

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ord and Centrica are set to offer new electric vehicle services in Ireland as Ford accelerates its electrified vehicle plans in Europe.

support Ford’s dealership networks across Ireland and the UK. “Ford is committed to delivering one of the most comprehensive line-ups of electrified vehicles for our customers, powered through the Ford home charger Wall Boxes”, said Ciarán McMahon, Chairman and Managing Director of Ford in Ireland. “With their scale, experience and access to the electric grid, our partnership with Centrica will enable us to offer a one-stop shop for our customers as they transition to an electrified vehicle, including exciting

Under the planned partnership, Centrica will deliver a dedicated home charging installation service and electrified vehicle tariffs from Bord Gáis Energy that will allow Ford customers to benefit from lower energy prices for overnight charging as the new range of Ford electrified vehicles are launched.

Centrica will also make its installation service available to

new vehicle options, wall box, installation service and electricity tariff.” Every new Ford passenger vehicle nameplate in Europe will include an electrified option – mild hybrid, full hybrid, plug-in hybrid or full battery electric. Upcoming all-electric models include an all-new, Mustang-inspired performance SUV with a range of 600km (WLTP targeted) coming in late 2020; an all-electric Transit in 2021; and a new high-volume Ford model on Volkswagen’s MEB battery electric vehicle platform planned to be built in Europe for 2023.

12,000 MOTOR INDUSTRY JOBS UNDER THREAT

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he Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) recently issued their Quarterly Motor Industry Review Q2 of 2019 composed by Economist Jim Power. The main findings of the report are:

with the exception of electric cars and used car imports. External threats such as Brexit uncertainty, greater consumer caution and the ongoing growth of used imports continue to undermine new car sales.

The report makes for stark reading, despite the economy performing strongly, the environment for new car sales continues to remain very challenging.

Another factor dampening demand was the increase in the VRT on new cars in last year’s Budget, arising from the fact that no allowance was made by the Irish authorities for the first step in the move to the new WLTP testing regime.

Since the announcement of Brexit both new cars and commercial registrations continue to decline

Economist Jim Power has warned

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that “If the Government does not adjust VRT bands in Budget 2020 to take account of the WLTP

(Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) changes, the average price of a new car could rise by at least €2,500.

While the recently published InterDepartmental Tax Strategy Group (TSG) paper on motor vehicle taxes makes a number of suggestions about taxation, this does not mean that these suggestions will eventually become part of Budget 2020. The price increase for the more popular mid-range model could rise by significantly more. In the current environment, such price increases would have a devastating impact on new car sales.” garageTRADER - 5

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ECP Shows

ECP Shows in Santry and belfast

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uro Car Parts Team P R Reilly recently hosted two trade evenings in Ireland, showcasing the latest developments in product, training and equipment, to help local technicians and garage owners better prepare for future changes in the industry. The events, hosted at the Santry and Belfast hubs, gave attendees the opportunity to network with fellow workshop professionals and chat to suppliers about key industry trends.

And with over 30 part and tool suppliers exhibiting, each bringing with them exclusive event offers, guests were able to take advantage of money-saving offers too.

Andy Marlor, Area Sales Manager for Dayco with Vicky Reilly, Area Sales Manager, Euro Car Parts

Attendees also benefitted from live equipment demonstrations including diagnostics, air con machines, spray guns, carbon cleaning machines, alongside live training workshops from the Auto Education Academy and Auto Education Ireland platforms, highlighting the latest courses available to workshop professionals.

Dean Kidd, Branch Manager, Euro Car Parts

Stephen Bell, Mirka at the Open Day at Euro Car Parts,

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Enda Mahonny, Sales Director at Euro Car Parts with Matt Poole from Carbon Clean

Robert May from 3M with Joe Kavanagh from Euro Car Parts

Cormac McLoughlin, Technical Sales Specialist (Optima)

Stephen Berney, David Mann, Andy Farrelly, Owen McGonagle and Paul Andrews from Euro Car Parts

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New Suzuki Dealer for Laois S uzuki Ireland has announced the opening of the new Downey’s Suzuki dealership in County Laois. It follows the appointment of the long-established Downey’s Auto Stop motor retail group to operate the new franchise, and the latest addition to the vehicle manufacturer’s network brings the total number of showrooms in the country to 22.

The contemporary and spacious six-car dealership on Dublin Road in the town of Portlaoise, which lies near to junction 16 of the M7 motorway, is ideally placed to serve motorists in the counties of Laois and Carlow.

The Downey’s Suzuki premises

body repair facilities.

also feature an external forecourt with great value Approved Used Suzuki models, as well as an

Somora and Yuasa to hold battery training evenings

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omora Motor Parts, in association with Yuasa Batteries will hold a new series of battery training sessions to take place in Athlone, Dundalk, Kilkenny and Limerick in October.

The evening events are targeted at garages and anyone fitting batteries. The events will focus in particular on AGM / EFB batteries and the huge potential that this technology can offer. At each session, Ian Newham, the head of Yuasa Europe’s Training Division and other members of the Yuasa training team will dispel many of the myths that still surround this type of technology and give practical advice on how to build new battery business and expertise.

The training will also cover Yuasa’s battery reprogramming and look-up tools and show how these can be

used to enhance customer service and ensure the correct battery for the vehicle is always selected and fitted.

The evenings will be held on the following dates: Monday, October 7 – Athlone Tuesday, October 8 – Dundalk Monday, October 14 – Kilkenny Tuesday, October 15 – Limerick Places are limited so for bookings or more information, contact Somora on 01 675 4500.

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on-site state-of-the-art workshop incorporating the latest diagnostic equipment, a valeting centre and

Dale Wyatt, Director of Automobile at Suzuki GB PLC, said: “Ireland has always been a key market for Suzuki, and it remains our ambition to continue to grow our footprint to be able to achieve the greatest coverage possible for customers.

Downey’s Auto Stop has been selling cars in the region for more than 30 years, and their unrivalled knowledge of the local market, coupled with an extensive customer base, will prove invaluable in helping to building our brand presence. We are delighted to have Downey’s Auto Stop on board and we look forward to a successful ‘192 registration period.

Subaru Sponsor World Sailing Championships

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he National Yacht Club recently hosted the 2019 Subaru Flying Fifteen World Sailing Championships in Dún Laoghaire. A Flying Fifteen (or F15) is a two-person sailing dinghy or keelboat, designed for racing. The 2019 Subaru Flying Fifteen World Championships were the only keelboat sailing world championships to be held in Ireland this year. The National Yacht Club hosted this competition twice before in 1992 and 2003 and

this year’s event is set to benefit the local economy with a €1.5million tourism windfall for the town on hotels, food and entertainment.

Pat Ryan, Managing Director, Subaru Ireland commented “Just like 2003, we are extremely proud to once again be title sponsor of this spectacular sailing event as well as being the official vehicle partner of the Subaru Flying Fifteen World Championships 2019.” garageTRADER - 7

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SERFAC GS Automotive Battery range continues to grow in popularity with Irish Motor Factors

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he GS Automotive Battery range from GS Yuasa continues to grow in popularity with Irish motor factors and its new online battery training platform - GS Yuasa Academy - looks set to transform battery training, according to Serfac Limited, Irish distributor for GS. The latest three-tiered GS range features striking battery case designs, improved performance and a fresh livery and is designed to meet the needs of modern vehicles.

Its SMF, EFB and AGM batteries all provide superior performance and excellent value.

The GS Yuasa Academy, a much-acticipated, revolutionary online battery training platform, was launched this summer and is now available online at academy. gs-yuasa.eu. Aimed at improving customer service, reducing warranty returns and maximising battery business potential, it is the first system of its type for comprehensive online battery training and provides over 20 certified courses tailored to different job roles.

Jon Pritchard, General Sales and Marketing Manager at GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK, said: “The reaction to GS Yuasa Academy has been fantastic. Our customers have been impressed with the wide range of courses on offer, how these battery related topics are broken down into easy-to-follow, bite sized modules, and how upon completion of each course a downloadable certificate is achieved.

Designed for both individuals and organisations, GS Yuasa Academy provides valuable knowledge and skills. Training content is delivered in dynamic video format and courses feature downloadable support material. GS Yuasa has identified individualised learning

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programmes, tailored to specific job roles within the industry. Each course module only takes a few minutes to complete and users can leave the site and return to pick up where they left off at any time.

With engaging presenters and clear graphics to aid learning, the GS Yuasa Academy introduces GS Yuasa’s market-leading product ranges – including their key features and benefits - manufacturing processes, information on labelling specification and what differentiates the GS ranges from their competitors.

The various multiple-choice tests along the way allow individuals to review learnings and check their understanding as they progress.

Upon completion of each course, a downloadable certificate is achieved and can be printed as proof of certification in this area.

Gillian Fanning, Serfac Limited, said: “In Asia, and many other parts of the world, GS is renowned as the leading automotive battery.

Since we launched the latest lineup, GS has continued to grow in popularity with our motor factor customers. The online training opportunities offered by the

new GS Yuasa Academy deliver significant added value to the brand and we’re confident that GS will further increase its market share this coming winter season.”

battery lookup, the system is the fastest, most-accurate battery finder available and provides users with the correct battery and detailed fitting information.

The GS automotive battery range is supported by a powerful trade battery lookup site - batterylookup. gs-battery.com. Based on GS Yuasa’s industry leading online

For details of special seasonal offers on the GS Battery range, please contact your Serfac area manager or call the Serfac sales team on 01-459 8700.

GS Battery Brand – Further information

Featuring 8 references, GS’s EFB range is designed for micro hybrid and Start – Stop vehicles.

With a history stretching back to 1895, GS is the leading automotive battery brand in Asia and many other parts of the world and the latest GS automotive range for the Irish and European aftermarket allows customers here to enjoy outstanding reliability and power, perfected over a century of GS battery development.

The grey and blue GS SMF (Sealed Maintenance Free) batteries are designed for standard ignition cars and light vans. Featuring 45 references, batteries in this range provide up to 40,000 vehicle starts.

They also boast a sealed maintenance free lid, Calcium/Calcium plates, a state of charge indicator plus an integrated carrying handle and flame arrestor.

Each battery in the range provides high cyclic durability, increased dynamic charge acceptance and offers up to 270,000 vehicle starts. A VDA roll over test compliant sealed tip/tilt double lid reduces water loss by up to 30%, whilst Carbon/Lithium plate additives and anti-sulphation technology ensure a long service life and increased cranking power.

GS’s AGM range is designed to meet the demands of higher specification micro hybrid and Start – Stop vehicles. Its 5 Absorbed Glass Mat references each deliver approximately 360,000 starts, offer high cyclic durability and improved dynamic charge acceptance.

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Air Plasma’s Versatility makes it the Perfect Choice for Automotive Repair

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hether you need to fix an exhaust system, remove a bent or crushed bracket, replace a body panel, or fix up a frame; there is one tool that can do it all: air plasma.

Its versatility makes plasma an indispensable tool for people who work in automotive There aren’t many other tools that can do what plasma can do.

Today’s plasma systems are portable and efficient and come with many features to benefit auto repair shops. One such feature was created after work with the military. A product development team from Hypertherm, a leading manufacturer of plasma systems, was working to make it easier for the military to repair armored vehicles in remote locations. Going in, the team thought the military would want something that was extremely lightweight and compact.

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What they learned was quite different.

Following a demonstration in which the team showcased a lighter, more portable version of its Powermax air plasma system, one of the service members held up his hands, separated them by about 76mm, and said, “The biggest improvement you could make, is to give your torch about this much more reach, with a really narrow tip.” This simple gesture and single comment prompted the design of extended length Powermax consumables.

The extended consumables provide users with extra reach when cutting

or gouging in hard to access or confined spaces, such as inside an engine compartment or wheel well. It also reduces secondary operations and the need to utilize other equipment like a grinding wheel or oxy acetylene torch.

Though plasma is best known as a cutting tool, plasma systems are also great at gouging. Plasma is an effective method of removing spot welds.

Another benefit of plasma is its ability to cut the wide range of metal types found on today’s cars.

From mild steel, to stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized, copper, cast iron, and even painted, rusted,

and dirty metal, plasma will cut it without damaging or warping the metal surrounding the piece getting cut.

Auto repair shops also appreciate plasma’s ability to work anywhere that compressed air and an energy source are available. When hooked to a portable motor generator and a portable compressor or gas cylinder, a plasma system is truly mobile. And unlike oxyfuel cutting, which requires the use of a flammable gas, plasma is safer.

When choosing an air plasma system, there are several factors to consider. Cut capacity and cut quality are at the top of most lists,

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Duty cycle is an approximation of how long a system can operate in a continuous cut within a 10-minute period before overheating. A duty cycle of 50 percent means a system can cut continuously for five minutes at full output before needing five minutes to cool down. A 50 percent duty cycle is normally more than enough for repair shops. Beware though as not all manufacturers determine duty cycle the same way. Some manufacturers will use a lower ambient temperature rating and/ or lower load voltage rating when testing to make their duty cycle appear higher.

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EASE OF USE Simple operation is a requirement in a plasma tool as it allows you to get the job done faster with less headache and frustration. It also means people with little or no experience can get good results.

Regardless of experience level, operators using plasma can get jobs completed quickly and with good quality, keeping time-sensitive projects on schedule.

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but system reliability, duty cycle, ease of use, and operating cost are also important. With that in mind, here are some additional factors you should consider before buying a new system.

POWER OUTPUT AND SPEED People often equate system power with amperage. The thinking is that the system with the highest amperage will provide the most power. That isn’t necessarily true.

What really determines power output is watts (or kilowatts.)

To get that number you need to multiply amps by volts. It’s possible for a 30-amp system to

have more power than a 40-amp system if the 30-amp system has more volts. Another tip: look at cut speed ratings when comparing advertised cut capacities between manufacturers. If a manufacturer says a system can cut 13mm material, you’ll want to understand how fast the torch was moving as some manufacturers will overstate cut thickness by moving the torch at a very slow speed.

PORTABILITY REQUIREMENTS Obviously, if you don’t plan to move around a lot, you can get away with a larger system.

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However if you plan to move your system around or use it in the field, you’ll want to take system size and weight into account. Fortunately, engineering advances mean you can now get a lightweight system without sacrificing power and performance.

When it comes to cost, it is ENDLESS P tempting to buy the system that CUTTING, E costs the least. However, it’s important to understand how much MARKING, M a system will cost over time. For instance, a system that costs less money to buy initially, but cuts slowly, inconsistently, or even stops working a few years after you buy it, is no bargain. You also need to look at consumable cost and consumable life since it can vary significantly from one brand of plasma to another.

Longer consumable life reduces downtime for change-outs and lowers your consumable costs .

In conclusionplasma’s ability to perform various applications, in almost any location, and on most Portable, state-of-the-art and endlessly metal types, forms and thicknesses gives it distinct over ® family deliv choose from,advantages the Powermax other cutting technologies.

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RELIABILITY The most reliable systems are engineered with fewer parts, use software instead of hardware when possible, are carefully manufactured to exacting ISO standards, and thoroughly tested.

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TRICO

TRICO launches new two-metre display that stocks full Exact Fit range

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RICO has unveiled its new planogram design with signage, which allows retailers and motor factors to display the entire Exact Fit programme to their customers – using just a single two-metre bay.

The Exact Fit programme is a comprehensive range of direct fit, original equipment (OE) replacement blades, with almost 150 references giving 99% front and rear wiper coverage. This new display system means motor factors and retailers can display this full programme without compromising on space inside their branch – perfect for walk-in customers.

Reducing stock keeping units (SKUs) by up to 35% compared to other OE brands is also a critical advantage for stockists, and TRICO is able to achieve this because its

unique clips will fit up to three arms in one. It also has a single pack philosophy, which gives added flexibility with stock and drastically reduces the number of SKUs required.

TRICO Senior Brand and Product Manager, Sam Robinson, said: “We’re delighted to reveal this new display and stylish consumer display signage. It is vitally important that we listen to customer feedback and show them that we’re working on new innovations, as well as continuously improving our products, to help them increase their sales and stock levels, and continue to provide the best tools to support their wiper blade sales, which we are confident we have achieved with this new layout.”

EXCELLENCE in every blade

Global leaders in wiper blade technology since 1917 For more than 100 years, TRICO® has been trusted to deliver premium wiper blade products to almost every major vehicle manufacturer worldwide.

Today, we use this Original Equipment expertise to bring you reliable, innovative wiper blade products that come through at the moment you need them most.

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DRIVERSEAT

Ian Scott - Owner Carryduff Auto Parts

Tell us about your career so far?

I spent 12 years as a civil servant and then the last 30 years at Carryduff Auto Parts, near Belfast.

Did you plan to get involved in this industry?

No! In my younger days I worked in my uncles garage at The Temple, so I didn’t have to work on the family farm. Farming wasn’t for me, I left that for my brothers!

What was your biggest disappointment?

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With disappointments you always have to try and take the positives from them and get on with it!

What was the best piece of advice you ever received?

Be nice to people on the way up, because you might meet them on your way down.

Whom do you most admire?

Joey Dunlop

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?

It wouldn’t be a car, it would be a Ducati Panigale V4

Ha! Working with my son, could be worse I could be working with my daughter too!

How do you relax?

What is your most effective or personal asset?

Always putting the customer first, listening to their needs and requirements.

You’ve won the lottery. What car would you rush out and buy?

Watching Ballynahinch RFC or motorcycle road racing, but it’s hard to beat weekends on the North Coast.

Tell us something surprising about yourself…

I was meant to represent Ireland U21 at moto cross but broke my wrist the week before.

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Some companies have experts.

Only Schaeffler has REPXPERTs. Our innovative precision components are not only fitted by every leading vehicle manufacturer, they are also the first choice of professional mechanics around the world - but Schaeffler is about more than just OE parts. We are also the ‘Repair Experts’, with a dedicated technical training team to back up our world class products with world class service, training and tools.

One such tool is REPXPERT, our free workshop portal with built-in TecDoc catalog, TecRMI fitting guides and specs, labour times, bonus shop and much more.

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