Aftermarket updates - Covid-19

Updates and latest info on the automotive aftermarket response to the Covid 19 crisis.
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Aftermarket updates - Covid-19

The Covid-19 crisis is having an unprecedented impact on the automotive aftermarket in Ireland. In this special Covid-19 aftermarket updates section we bring together all of the latest news on the impact of the crisis on Ireland’s motor trade and how automotive aftermarket companies and other suppliers are responding to it, both here and across the globe.

Autobiz will also endeavour to explain what government restrictions mean to aftermarket businesses, provide advice on how to best cope with the constantly evolving situation and offer some practical tools to support Irish aftermarket businesses as they seeks to negotiate their way through the present difficulties.

Last updated March 15th, 2021

Articles tagged “Aftermarket updates - Covid-19”

SIMI calls for safe reopening of vehicle retailing

SIMI calls for safe reopening of vehicle retailing

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry has called for the safe reopening of car sales outlets as the Government considers the relaxation of some COVID-19 restrictions in the comin... Read More ›
March 16th, 2021
Could lockdown vehicle checks boost your business?

Could lockdown vehicle checks boost your business?

Providing customers with a post winter vehicle check is a tried and trusted method of generating business for a garage and this year, it is something that takes on even greater imp... Read More ›
March 10th, 2021
Are Bodyshops bouncing back?

Are Bodyshops bouncing back?

Under the latest Level 5 COVID 19 restrictions, bodyshops are classed as an essential service and may remain open for business. This means that unlike the first lockdown in March l... Read More ›
January 20th, 2021
Open windows greatly reduce COVID car risk

Open windows greatly reduce COVID car risk

Reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission is on everyone’s mind at the moment and garages and bodyshop can face particular challenges when having to get vehicles from A to B... Read More ›
January 18th, 2021
Aftermarket business busy despite restrictions & Brexit

Aftermarket business busy despite restrictions & Brexit

The Irish automotive aftermarket has once again reacted very positively to the reintroduction of strict government Coronavirus restrictions, helping to keep essential services, bus... Read More ›
January 14th, 2021
4 months NCT extension granted for vehicles with upcoming test date

4 months NCT extension granted for vehicles with upcoming test date

While NCT test centres remain open and operational during the present COVID-19 restrictions, the organisation is also contacting customers and advising them of a 4 month extension... Read More ›
January 8th, 2021
Dealer sales go online as showrooms close due to COVID restrictions

Dealer sales go online as showrooms close due to COVID restrictions

The return to full Level 5 COVID-19 restrictions announced by the Government from December 31st is expected to have a major impact on both new and used vehicle sales at what is tra... Read More ›
January 5th, 2021
NCT centres open for business

NCT centres open for business

The NCT has released a COVID-19 Level 5 Update detailing procedures and protocols to be aware of when dealing with test centres over the coming difficult months. Read More ›
January 4th, 2021
Garages to remain open under New Year Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions

Garages to remain open under New Year Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions

Garages and other related services may remain open during January 2021 under new Level 5 COVID 19 restrictions announced by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on December 30th. The la... Read More ›
December 31st, 2020
Safe and economical hand sanitisers from Soltec

Safe and economical hand sanitisers from Soltec

Soltec is stressing to its garage and bodyshop customers that it has a range of hand santisers available in various sizes that are both economical and safe, conforming to World Hea... Read More ›
October 28th, 2020