Posts from the ‘Motorcheck Mechanic’ related to vehicle servicing and maintenance

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.
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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?
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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.

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.
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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?
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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!
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At Motorcheck we receive a steady stream of comments from consumers who feel that they might have stumbled across an internet scam.
A study by Motorcheck.ie shows that as many as 1 in 5 cars for sale in Ireland may have been clocked. RTE’s Nine O’Clock News picks up the story.
Motorcheck went along armed with a fully charged digital camera and a pair of comfortable shoes to capture the amazing cars on show at this years event.
A recent investigation by BBC NI has uncovered a rise in the practice of ‘car clocking’.
Every year over 300,000 cars exchange hands in Ireland.
Over the past few months, there’s been a noticeable increase in the number of people calling Motorcheck HQ with stories of their cars being repossessed.
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