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Today FM has a motoring slot called Motorheads as part of the Phil Cawley Saturday Show (11am - 2pm). Motoring journalist Paddy Comyn is a regular contributor and the show provides some very interesting content. They also provide a Car Clinic where they will answer any motoring queries sent in by the public. You can listen to the Podcasts here. 

MicksGarage is looking to recruit a full-time web designer, who can also do development / implementation. send CVs to jobs@micksgarage.ie

job spec is here:

  Full time web designer / developer required for Irelands leading online car parts and accessories company Location: Dublin 12URL: http://www.micksgarage.ie Description:Job Description:  This is an excellent opportunity to work in an expanding dynamic Irish eCommerce company specialising in online sales of car parts and accessories. As the main web designer, you will be working on a variety of the elements associated with website design including user interface, landing pages, site redesign, marketing communication etc. This is a role for someone that can take an idea / concept and run with it to return with solid eTail orientated functional designs. You will also be involved in the online marketing element of the business. This is mainly a web design position and as such the successful candidate will have proven design skills. 

Responsibilities: • Website Build, Testing, Updating & publishing.• Website Updates & Maintenance Qualifications/Skills: • Proven XHTML & CSS capabilities.• Good Knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation, Google / Web Analytics• E-Commerce Website Development Experience.• Experience with web applications using ASP.NET, JavaScript, AJAX,. 

• Must have experience of .net development environment• Must have the ability to conform to web/development standards.• Flash, Illustrator & other multimedia software experience would be beneficial.• Be able to work on your own initiative.• Excellent presentation & communication skills.• Experience of eCommerce / eTail environments - from customer Acquisition to Fulfillment  Any SQL experience preferred but not essential.Any car parts or motor industry industry experience a distinct advantage. Education & Experience: • 3+ years of commercial web design experience 

Salary: Negotiable DOECVs & examples of your work to be forwarded to jobs@micksgarage.ieReference WEBDEV1.  

Note:Only candidates who give examples of website work will be considered. **Note**:NO AGENCIES

The Sunday Independent reports on the increase in sales of duvets, stews and car parts over the past two weeks.

MicksGarage was glad to contribute to TV3's Business Matters Show yesterday. They had a good segment about the success and international potential of online businesses in Ireland. If you didn't see it, you can catch up on it here.

It's that time of the year again and while it may not feel festive yet, online retailers like MicksGarage are already geared up for Christmas. We have our Christmas page up already, although there will be some additions such as our Handsfree Bluetooth products . Last year for Christmas we actually sold out of our seat covers and the Haynes Build Your Own Engine so be warned! The Haynes Engine is a brilliant present for anyone interested in cars, engines or just interested in a few hours fun and education with the kids (over 10 years old) over the Christmas period.

Have you always wanted to own a VW camper van but just dont have the cash at the moment? well then check out our Haynes radio controlled camper van (or the mini).

Have you always wanted to do a bit of tinkering on the car but just don';t know where to start? Then check out our Haynes car DIY manuals. We've got them for practically every model of vehicle.

We also have some nice pressies for the ladies this year, with our new pink seat covers and the Iqua bluetooth earpiece.

So remember, get your orders in early. While we do have next day delivery, we can't guarantee that all of these items will be in stock closer to Christmas.

This week is Road Safety Week, a campaign being run by the Road Safety Authority in order to raise awareness. There are a series of events taking place to mark it, free car safety checks and free high vis jackets for over 65 year olds. Check out the RSA website here to see more.

Ciaran from MicksGarage will be speaking at an event tomorrow morning run by Wexford County Enterprise Board in the Ferrycarrig hotel, Wexford.  The Wexford Owner Manager Network is a breakfast Network that is open to all owner managers in Wexford. It enables members to meet other business owners, discuss business topics, make contacts and build on previous learning.

The story of MicksGarage features in the Irish Independent today. It certainly has been an exciting journey so far...

There could be good news in store for Sat Nav motorists in Ireland The Irish Times Motoring reports today that Navteq, the GPS technology company is in talks with Ordinance Survey Ireland about supplying mapping data. This could be good news for Sat Nav users in this country who will know only too well that the Irish mapping on their devices is well behind the changes in the roads. A deal with OSI could speed things up significantly in upgrading of the maps. Fingers crossed... 

The Indo has an article today warning drivers over energy drinks. The Times has a piece about a cut in the alcohol limit coming next year. Worth a read.