New Jobs Website for Motor Industry Goes Live

Posted by Shane Teskey on 13 October 2010 in Ask the Experts, Motorcheck Mechanic | No comments

Did you know that there’s a demand for qualified mechanics all over Ireland?

Jon Pulsford of Autodirectjobs.ie tells Motorcheck about it and introduces us to his new service.

What Makes a Good Motor Factor?

Posted by Shane Teskey on 27 September 2010 in Ask the Experts, Motorcheck Mechanic | 2 comments

If you’re someone who chooses to have your car serviced at an independent garage (by independent I mean ‘non-franchise’) you probably do so because you know and trust the mechanic who’ll be working on your car.

But what about the parts that are used? Are they up to the job? Would you know the difference between an ‘OEM’ (Original Equipment Manufacturer) from an ‘OE’ (Original Equipment) part? Indeed, is there a difference?

Industry Crisis – What Can Government Do To Help?

Posted by Paul Carroll on 23 August 2010 in Motorcheck Mechanic, New Cars | 2 comments

The second in a three part series, Paul Carroll looks at the potential losses facing Government from the motor industry.
We take a look at 3 possible solutions that could ensure a better environment for the industry, the Government and most importantly the consumer.

Car Recalls – Just How Common Are They?

Posted by Shane Teskey on 5 February 2010 in Motor Vehicle History Reports, Motorcheck Mechanic, Used Cars | 3 comments

The number of recalls processed by the Department of Transport where the manufacturer deemed it necessary to write directly to the registered owner to advise a particular course of action is as yet unconfirmed but it’s expected to be a significant amount (greater than 100k).

This can present a problem for individuals who fear that their vehicle may have been involved in a recall but for one reason or another weren’t informed.

When Is A Mechanic Not A Mechanic?

Posted by Shane Teskey on 2 December 2009 in Motorcheck Mechanic | 4 comments

An interesting article in today’s Irish Times suggests that more and more mechanics are leaving their current employers to set up shop on their own. With close to a hundred garages already closed this year could we expect an increase in the number of ‘non-franchise’ or ‘independent’ garages selling their services?

Motorcheck Mechanics – Free Expert Advice From Ireland’s Leading Motor Mechanics

Posted by Shane Teskey on 1 October 2009 in Motorcheck Mechanic | 38 comments

Motorcheck is delighted to introduce our panel of ‘Motorcheck Mechanics‘. The panel includes a selection of Ireland’s top mechanics specially chosen by Motorcheck.ie to answer all of your mechanical and technical questions. And best of all? It’s 100% FREE expert advice!