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The car that can see round corners

Exiting blind junctions can be a nerve-wracking experience for drivers, as they inch forward into traffic and strain to see and hear oncoming vehicles. Ford is introducing a new camera technology that can see around corners, even when drivers cannot, to help avert accidents.

24.06.2015

Federal-Mogul expands steering line

Federal-Mogul Motorparts introduced 241 part numbers for its Moog brand steering and suspension line through the first five months of 2015.

24.06.2015

STP Air Conditioning training session

J&S Automotive is holding a special training session dedicated to vehicle air conditioning products on Thursday June 25th from 5pm and 7pm at its head quarters in Park West Road, Dublin 12. The training will be given by Kevin Smith from STP who has excellent experience in this field.

23.06.2015

Webasto Wins Plus X Award 2015

This year marks the first time that automotive supplier Webasto has won a Plus X award, the world’s greatest prize for innovation in technology, sports and lifestyle.

23.06.2015

Crowntyre launches ‘Europe customised’ Gremax Capturar CF19

Crowntyre’s Gremax brand has launched a new passenger car tyre designed for European markets, the Capturar CF19. Featuring low noise, increased comfort and improved control, the company is targeting drivers with “middle and high end vehicles” with the new tyre. The tyre is labelled C-B-69 in size 225/45R18 95W XL.

23.06.2015

JAGUAR LAND ROVER SHOWCASE A REMOTE CONTROL

Jaguar Land Rover has revealed some of the prototype technologies that its UK-based research team are developing to deliver autonomous driving in the future.

22.06.2015

Wheel-Check Indicates When Wheel Nuts Are Loose

Wheel-Check is a loose nut indicator designed to identify a loose wheel nut with a quick visual inspection of the wheel.

22.06.2015

Kiene Clutch Brake Remover Replaces Torch Method

The Kiene Diesel K-1360 one-piece clutch brake remover is a tool designed for removing a one-piece clutch brake.

19.06.2015

BMW showcases street light/vehicle charging system

The Mini Plant at Oxford is showcasing a high-efficiency street lighting system that doubles as a charging station for electric vehicles (EVs) during the city’s second Low Carbon Oxford Week.