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Author archives: John Loughran

John Loughran

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    Federal-Mogul Powertrain unveils new Unipiston® technology

    Federal-Mogul Powertrain has unveiled its latest development of its Unipiston® technology: the Unipiston with integrated springs. Suitable for clutch packs in Dual Clutch Transmissions, conventional automatic transmissions and limited slip differentials, the new technology builds on the savings in package space and assembly complexity already achieved by the ground- breaking Unipiston, to provide designers of …
    January
    5
    2016

    Amminex beats conventional NOx reduction technology

    After years of road testing and demonstrations of how its disruptive technology effectively reduces toxic nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions during operation in cities, Amminex has achieved a major commercial breakthrough by winning a contract to upgrade the majority of Copenhagen’s city buses for local traffic authority Movia. The Danish government and the municipalities of Copenhagen …
    September
    21
    2015

    TMD Friction adds innovative new features to Textar Brakebook app

    Now with integrated barcode and brake pad scanners, the Textar Brakebook app makes finding the right brake pad easier than ever. The Textar Brakebook application for mobile devices and tablets has already proven to be a useful service tool for independent garages and the automotive parts trade by giving users real-time access to the entire …
    July
    22
    2015

    MKW Motors hosts Bosch VSB 8 Airbag & Supplementary Restraint Systems course

    MKW Motors is hosting a Bosch VSB 8 Airbag & Supplementary Restraint Systems course, at its premises, in Baldonnell, Dublin on June 29-30. This two day course covers all aspects of Airbag & Supplementary Restraint Systems and additional information on new vehicle safety systems such as lane departure warning. To take part in this course …
    June
    18
    2015

    Volkswagen balancer shaft and the oil pump repair tip

    In 1.4 TDI 3-cylinder engines by Volkswagen, the balancer shaft and the oil pump are mounted on the ladder-type frame and are driven by a chain from the crankshaft. The components of the balancer shaft drive are susceptible to wear due to high loads and exceeding the oil change intervals. In the worst case, the …
    May
    12
    2015

    Team PR Reilly adds EEC diagnostics tools range

    Team PR Reilly has launched a range of European Exhaust and Catalyst (EEC) handheld Diagnostic Reset Tools to the aftermarket. DPFs were once thought of as main dealer only product and too complicated to diagnose but this is a thing of the past with EEC’s easy-to-use handheld diagnostic reset tool. As a serviceable item, DPFs …
    May
    7
    2015

    Chicago Pneumatic introduces new Air Flex range

    Chicago Pneumatic has launched a new range of air line accessories for its handheld pneumatic tools. The new Air Flex swivel connectors, which connect the air hose to the base of the tool, make rigid hoses more flexible and multi-directional. The use of the Air Flex swivel connector helps to improve vehicle professionals’ work ergonomics, …
    April
    21
    2015

    Bosch launches flagship diagnostic DCU 220 tool

    Bosch has launched its flagship diagnostic tool, the DCU 220, which delivers a sophisticated and future-proof diagnostic solution, giving businesses the ability to tackle the increasing number of complex vehicles on the road. Designed to be powerful yet flexible and convenient, the DCU220 combines the features of a traditional notebook with those of a tablet. …
    April
    15
    2015

    Putting the record straight on diesel cars

    Today, the UK’s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) will today launch a nationwide consumer campaign to raise awareness about the latest low-emission car technology and challenge the increasing demonisation of diesel. It makes very interesting reading for Irish readers too. The SMMT is one of the largest and most influential trade associations in …
    March
    11
    2015

    Diagnostics Solutions to host F-Gas training course

    Diagnostic Solutions is running a course on the skills required to handle refrigerants used in mobile air conditioning (M.A.C.) which are classified as either fluorinated gasses (F-Gas) or Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS).
    February
    19
    2015