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A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

A prime location
Regardless of what business you might be in, the location is a primary concern and one that can determine the future of a company. That is why Whitegate Test Centre is moving to new premises in the very near future.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

All your motoring needs catered for by Cooney Motors
Cooney Motors is a family run business established in 1981 by Seamus Cooney. It is currently managed by Emer and Alan Cooney.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Paddy Dore - one of Munster’s best
Limerick based Paddy Dore Commercials was the first garage in Munster to become a DOE centre and Irish Trucker profiles the company that has been now operating for 37 years.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

The Philip White team are building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Lough Swilly Test Centre: passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Prices to continue falling
Retail prices are set to continue falling for the remainder of the year, which will have a knock on effect on the already beleaguered haulage industry.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

O’Neill’s lead the way
When delivering a quality service, not many businesses can compare to Kilkenny Truck Centre, which has strived to ensure customer satisfaction is guaranteed for many years.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Clare VTN maintains high standards
Because of E.U. laws commercial vehicle testing was introduced in Ireland about 27 years ago and originally it was first managed by the Dept. Of the Environment the D.O.E., so the test became know as the DOE; the same test in England was called the MOT. (short for Ministry of Transport).

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Galway Truck Centre - still going strong
These are tough times for all involved in the haulage industry and unfortunately for some the strain of the current economic climate has taken its toll. However, the Galway Truck Centre continues to cater for a massive customer base and company director Tommie Keeler spoke to Irish Trucker about the present status of the business and the fact that they are celebrating 30 years in business this year.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Book your test at M7 Vehicle Testing Ltd
Is your van, jeep, truck, coach, bus or trailer due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give M7 Vehicle Testing in Naas a call today to book your test.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

O’Mara’s pass the test
VTN centres are designed to ensure that all light commercial vehicles are in a roadworthy condition and the newest centre to be opened is at O’Mara Motors in Limerick.

A testing time
Car and light commercial dealerships have experienced a turbulent time of late, but for the more established among those, they are more than capable of coming through the current economic crisis.

Passing the test
Operating out of an ultra-convenient, secluded location in Dunmanway, County Cork, Cronin Commercial & Repair Co. Ltd. boasts one of the country’s most popular VTN centres. With a particular eye on the testing side of the operation, Irish Trucker travelled down south to take a closer look at this thriving business, which provides an essential, all-encompassing (repair, servicing, testing and parts) service not just to truckers but to the owners of all kinds of vehicles and machinery.

Building for the future
With over 20 years experience in the industry, Philip White’s team are one of the most highly trained in the country and given their large customer base, it is easy to see why their reputation precedes them.

Munster's best
The introduction of VTN testing was initially introduced in 1981, when a few companies around the country applied for the licence to carry out such procedures.

Passing the test
Lough Swilly Test Centre has been providing a top quality service to its large customer base for the last 20 years and in this month’s edition of Irish Trucker, we profile the Letterkenny based company and speak to manager Tom Sreenan, who gives us an insight into the business.

Book your next test at CP Commercials
Is your vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give CP Commercials in Baldoyle a call today to book your test?

Nearly 30 years of service
Coming up on 30 years in the business, the Athlone VTN Centre has saw plenty of trucks and vehicles come and go through their doors to get back on the road and ensure safety for everyone.

Moving with the times
Longevity is one of the keys to success when it comes to business and McArdle’s Test Centre has the experience to know what it takes in this regard.

Top of its 'glass
Baltinglass Test Centre has gone from strength to strength since it first saw the light of day in 2005. Proprietor Tony Duffy spoke to Irish Trucker.

Book your test at Ahern's Opel
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Ahern’s Opel in Castleisland a call today to book your test.

Young at heart ... passing the test of time
Having just opened a superb new, state-of-the-art VTN test centre, Young’s Garage in Roscrea is better positioned than ever to provide a top-quality service to commercial vehicle users. Irish Trucker spoke to director Colin Young to discuss the rejuvenation of this longstanding Tipperary success story.

Rochford's pass the test
Ballyhaunis based business Rochford Motors have been supplying a reliable and efficient service to the people of Connacht for 28 years now, during which time, they have expanded their services to include a VTN Test centre.

Book your test at Downey's Auto Stop
Is your commercial vehicle due for its annual roadworthiness test? If so, why not give Downey’s Auto Stop in Portlaoise a call today to book your test.

New era for Curran Commercials
At the start of the year, Joe Curran and his staff at Curran Commercials moved into a state of the art purpose built premises on an eight-acre site just outside of Oldcastle town in north Meath.

Standing the test of time
Tullamore Vehicle Test and Repair Centre specialise in heavy and light vehicle testing, repairs and servicing, just as the name obviously suggests.

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