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Author archives: Padraic Deane

Padraic Deane

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Managing Director of the Techtalk.ie

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    Multi-purpose diagnostic tool launched

    Launch has unveiled the CRP MOT PRO, a multi-purpose vehicle diagnosis tool, set to boost support for professional technicians, available with over ten special functions. The diagnostic device provides full OBDII & EOBD diagnostic functions for a comprehensive list of American, Asian, and European vehicle manufacturers, making it one of the most reliable, all-encompassing diagnostic …
    August
    10
    2018

    Sealey unveils new American pro workshop modular system

    Supplied flat packed, Sealey’s new red and black range of units provide a number of ways to create your perfect work area in a durable metal finish. The modular design enables easy upgrading and bespoke configurations. Standard features include ball bearing slides on the drawers and metal handles and pulls. Cabinets are supplied with a …
    July
    23
    2018

    Mercedes-Benz reveals fuel cell Sprinter

    Mercedes-Benz has revealed a new hydrogen fuel cell concept based on the all-new Sprinter van. The Sprinter F-CELL is based on a Sprinter chassis cab, fitted with a camper van body, though the technology could be deployed in any of the van’s chassis and body options. The technology is derived from that already seen in …
    July
    23
    2018

    The seven mechanic jargon terms that baffle motorists

    Nearly half of motorists (47 per cent) feel they’ve overpaid for car repairs because of confusing jargon used by mechanics. Drivers hearing their ‘big end’ has gone or they’ve got ‘mayonnaise’ under their oil cap is causing them to lose faith in their garages. MotorEasy, a UK-based cloud-based garage-to-consumer trading platform says that it is …
    July
    2
    2018

    ZF unveils new eAMT technology

    ZF’s new eAMT (electrified Automated Manual Transmission) technology is an innovative concept for the hybridization of front-transverse vehicles that integrates the company’s electric axle drive system (eVD) and an automated manual transmission (AMT) into one system. The transmission actuator and the electric rear axle operate together with intelligent interaction. This results in the eAMT concept …
    June
    26
    2018

    Biggest ever fuel cell trial to begin next year

    Toyota has announced it is to begin development of fuel cell powered delivery trucks in association with global convenience store operator Seven-Eleven. The joint project will see the two companies develop new fuel cell trucks and fuel cell generators, with the first stage of the project going live next year. The initiative aims to introduce …
    June
    25
    2018

    New training course for used electric van specialists

    A company that specialises in remarketing ex-fleet cars and LCVs has launched the UK’s first electric van training course for used LCV dealers. Working alongside the Energy Savings Trust, Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) will be running bi-monthly electric van courses from July this year, based at its head office in West Sussex. Course topics include …
    June
    21
    2018

    Toyota backing fuel cell power for vehicles of the future

    If you have had any doubts that fuel cells (FC) and hydrogen will be what powers our cars in the medium to long-term, then Toyota’s moves to expand mass-production of fuel cell stacks and hydrogen tanks towards ten-fold increase post-2020 should banish those doubts. Toyota has big sales expansion plans within Japan and overseas. Toyota …
    May
    24
    2018

    Volvo is first car maker here to comply with new WLTP Fuel Consumption and Emission Testing Protocols

    Volvo has become the first car manufacturer in the UK and Ireland to homologate its entire model range under the new Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP). All Volvo petrol, diesel and hybrid models now comply with the stringent ‘Euro 6d-temp’ standard for tailpipe emissions, as part of the firm’s model-year 2019 range update …
    May
    21
    2018

    Dayco urges technicians to Check & Change

    There are few product groups within the aftermarket that are overlooked in terms of their regular examination and replacement, but the auxiliary belt and the drive system, are certainly among them. Why the auxiliary drive system has traditionally been ignored can be largely attributed to the fact that it is generally a very reliable system …
    May
    12
    2018