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The right tool for changing spark plugs

July 10, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 631

Changing spark plugs is a critical maintenance task that requires the proper tools to ensure efficiency and prevent damage. Utilising a rubberised or magnetic spark plug socket, along with the correct-sized extension, is essential for securing the spark plug during the process.

Citroen Ireland / DS Ireland safety recall now for circa 2,000 cars

July 9, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 679

Citroen Ireland and DS Automobiles Ireland have extended their safety recalled of nearly 2,000 vehicles. It says that it has contacted the owners of those vehicles. They are affected by a serious airbag safety issue, so Citroen is advising them not to drive their cars until the issue is resolved.

Motor industry warned against limiting choice for services and repairs

July 7, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 779

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has issued a warning to the Irish motor industry against preventing consumers from freely choosing who services or repairs their vehicle, or what parts they use.

Rise in wiring loom repairs highlights need for smarter technical data access

July 4, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 536

Wiring looms are now the most repaired part following a vehicle collision, overtaking bumpers, research from AA Accident Assist shows. The shift highlights the growing complexity of modern vehicle repairs, where access to detailed wiring diagrams and accurate repair data is now essential for workshops.

Inside intelligence on Ford Transit Connect

July 2, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 555

During Alldata Europe’s recent Repair Excellence Event at Shaikly Motor Company Limited, Adam, from Adam Green Motors in Scotland, revealed how Alldata Repair helped his workshop save valuable time – when faced with an issue involving not one but four Ford Transit Connects, which all experienced faults related to the temperature sensor.

Technical Topics and Bosch Diagnostics in new commercial collaboration

June 20, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 864

James Dillon, technical director of Technical Topics, has announced the company’s new commercial collaboration with Bosch, which is set to provide significant benefits to garages and technicians using Bosch’s diagnostic equipment and software.

Get ADAS accredited with a hands-on practical course

June 19, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 613

Get qualified to perform ADAS calibrations with this hands-on, practical course, currently on offer from Technical Topics.

Independent garages risk missing out on Tesla servicing boom, warns Delphi

June 18, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 481

Delphi took to the stage at Automechanika Birmingham earlier this month to demonstrate how routine Tesla servicing is not only possible for independent workshops but presents a growing opportunity.

ZF Aftermarket delivers hands-on transmission training

June 10, 2025 • News, Technical Articles • Views: 574

ZF Aftermarket has delivered a specialist training session to Level 2 and Level 3 light vehicle repair students at Liverpool City College in the UK, offering a valuable deep-dive into the fundamentals of automatic transmission systems. Led by Stuart McLeod, ZF Aftermarket technical support and training lead, the session focused on L1 transmission training, guiding …