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CoolDrive & Racer Industries Join Forces7 May, 2021CoolDrive Auto Parts is further expanding its motor racing interests, announcing a new partnership with Racer Industries, Australia’s leading motorsport parts supplier. From 1 July 2021, all Racer Industries’ products will be available to CoolDrive’s trade customers online and via its branch network, with the automotive parts distributor to eventually take the business into its... Read More... |
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Tim Slade's Recap of Sandown SuperSprint26 Mar, 2021Round 2 was a bit of a messy weekend for us at Sandown. The guys did an incredible job building up the spare chassis, a huge amount of hours went into it and everything was done to perfection. The weekend got off to a good start in practice 1 with P3 but unfortunately, we didn’t... Read More... |
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Sandown SuperSprint Preview - CoolDrive Racing18 Mar, 2021Supercars will be heading to Sandown Raceway in Melbourne this weekend! Tim Slade I’m super excited and pumped for Sandown. The guys in the workshop have put in an astronomical amount of work in the last few weeks getting the crashed car stripped and the spare chassis built up and race-ready. They tell me it’s... Read More... |
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Tim Slade's Recap of Mount Panorama 50018 Mar, 2021Well, we definitely made headlines over the first race weekend at Bathurst, there was lots of good, but unfortunately some bad also… It’s been a massive task for all involved since the team started to take shape at the end of last year, it’s crazy to think we literally had nothing at the start of... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Auto Parts 2021 Footy Tipping Competitions3 Mar, 2021The football season is nearly here! Join CoolDrive Auto Parts' AFL & NRL tipping competitions NOW to WIN some great PRIZES! First Prize: Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones (Midnight Black). R.R.P $449 Second Prize: Fitbit Versa 3 (Black/Black Aluminium). R.R.P $299 Third Prize: Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM 3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Night Black). R.R.P... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Racing Mount Panorama 500 2021 Recap1 Mar, 2021What a Start to the Season! This is the stuff dreams are made of and I guess we can say the heat is definitely on! CoolDrive Racing’s first race of the season was this weekend at Mt Panorama at the Bathurst 500. Our driver Tim Slade landed the #3 Supercar straight into the Top 10.... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Jump Starts HULK Professional Series Range20 Feb, 2021As part of its ever-expanding four-wheel-drive range, CoolDrive Auto Parts has welcomed a new product line - lithium-ion jump starters. Launching with three units - HU6510, HU6511 and HU6512 - these top-quality jump starters are part of the HULK Professional Series brand. All are 12V units, with leading features of each including a LED display,... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Racing Signs Top Race Engineer22 Jan, 2021The staff roster at CoolDrive Racing is now complete, with the team enlisting the services of top race engineer Mirko De Rosa, who will work with driver Tim Slade in the squad’s first Supercars campaign. De Rosa comes to CoolDrive Racing from four years at Erebus Motorsport, including three years as engineer for race winner... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Auto Parts Christmas Season 2020/2021 Opening Hours18 Dec, 2020With Christmas & New Years fast approaching, here are the CoolDrive Auto Parts opening hours over the holiday period. Christmas Eve - Thursday 24 December Open until 12pm Christmas Day - Friday 25 December Closed Boxing Day Public Holiday - Monday 28 December Closed Tuesday 29 & Wednesday 30 December Open normal working hours New... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Racing Launches New Supercars Team for 202114 Dec, 2020The 2021 Supercars season will see a new team on the grid, with Tim Slade set to drive for the newly formed CoolDrive Auto Parts-backed Blanchard Racing Team (BRT), which will be based in a state-of-the-art facility at CoolDrive’s head office in Melbourne. The outfit will utilise a proven race-winning package in the form of... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Gives Voltaic a Bathurst Boost11 Nov, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts’ Bathurst Boost promotion saw Perth’s Voltaic Auto Electrical & Air Conditioning appear on the roof of the Team CoolDrive Supercar at the Bathurst 1000. The competition was designed to give one lucky business the opportunity to be showcased at the biggest event on the Australian motorsport calendar, stimulating the aftermarket and workshops... Read More... |
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Supercars unveils Next Generation Race Car15 Oct, 2020Supercars has today unveiled the first details of the next generation race car to appear on the grid from 2022. Codenamed “Gen3”, the program will deliver an evolution of the existing race car platform to transport Supercars in to the future. Both the General Motors Camaro ZL1 and Ford Mustang are slated for the grid in 2022, with the... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Awards Top Branches13 Oct, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts has recognised its top-performing branch teams for 2020 at its annual Branch Manager Conference. Due to the ongoing impact of COVID-19, this year’s conference was held virtually, with over 50 people tuning in from across Australia and New Zealand, including the senior leadership team, branch managers, regional managers and product team managers.... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Charges Up with HULK Professional Series Battery Chargers7 Oct, 2020New to the CoolDrive Auto Parts’ comprehensive product offering is a brand new range of Battery Chargers from the HULK Professional Series, considered to be amongst the most powerful and reliable units on the market. All six battery chargers in the range are MCU controlled, which enables the units to charge batteries much faster and... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Showcases Tools & Equipment in Latest Catalogue3 Oct, 2020Maintaining its aim to be a one-stop shop for workshops, CoolDrive Auto Parts has released its annual Tools & Equipment catalogue. CoolDrive’s latest catalogue details its comprehensive offerings, with over 300 individual products featured across 60+ pages. Air-conditioning, engine cooling, electrical, diagnostic tools feature alongside larger items such as vehicle hoists, tyre changers and wheel... Read More... |
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VDO Rebrands to Continental1 Oct, 2020One of CoolDrive Auto Parts’ largest suppliers has confirmed a significant rebrand, with VDO original electronics and mechatronics spare parts, now branded as Continental. This change came into effect during September 2020, with the commencement of a gradual changeover of the product packaging to the distinctive Continental branding and striking yellow-and-black colour scheme. Despite the... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Continues COVID-19 Support for Customers17 Sep, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts’ ongoing dedication to its customers continues in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a host of new promotions and incentives to support these businesses. The family owned automotive parts distributor has just launched a new promotion “Bounce Back and Grow with CoolDrive”, where its customers can win a growth business marketing... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Auto Parts' Brake Program Has You Covered1 Sep, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts is fast growing a reputation as a market leader in brakes, with a wide selection of product lines now offered. Currently available from CoolDrive, is the company’s latest Brakes Program Guide, a 20 page brochure outlining product highlights from renowned aftermarket suppliers such as Brembo, Bosch, Fremax, Bremtec, Akebono, HULK 4x4, Stolz... Read More... |
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Heavy Duty Lighting in Focus at CoolDrive15 Aug, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts continues to lead the way in heavy duty LED lighting applications, with a massive range available from leading brands, such as Ignite, Lightforce, Hella, ECCO and HULK 4x4. With options available for every conceivable application, CoolDrive’s range of the latest LED products feature low energy usage and high output, with replacement parts... Read More... |
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CoolDrive's Future Proof Range for Hybrid & Electric Vehicles15 Jul, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts has plugged into the growing hybrid and electric vehicle market, with a full suite of specialist charging equipment, parts and accessories now available nationwide. Paving the way for fast and efficient charging of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) is the JET Charge range, providing turnkey infrastructure, and... Read More... |
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CoolDrive’s Bathurst Business Boost1 Jul, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts is looking to give one lucky business a boost, with a once in a lifetime opportunity to be featured on the Team CoolDrive Supercar at this year’s Bathurst 1000. To enter, CoolDrive account customers simply submit a 90 second self-shot video, or in 250 words or less answer why their workshop should... Read More... |
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Trail-Link Keeping CoolDrive Truck & Trailer Customers Connected15 Jun, 2020Australia’s premier auto parts distributor, CoolDrive Auto Parts, has added the iconic Trail-Link range of products to its offering. Trail-Link, an Australian-owned company, has over the last 15 years, established a staunch reputation for high performance, quality and reliable electrical connectors and accessories to suit connections between prime movers to trailers. Included in the collection... Read More... |
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MANN-FILTER Join CoolDrive Auto Parts Product Portfolio3 Jun, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts are proud to add the MANN-FILTER range to its extensive catalogue. Like CoolDrive, MANN + HUMMEL is a family-owned company, which has forged a path as a leader in filtration since it was founded in Germany in 1941. Innovation and technology have been key to placing MANN + HUMMEL at the forefront... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Continues Expansion with Move Into Alice Springs29 May, 2020CoolDrive Auto Parts’ national footprint of branches continues to expand, with the opening of the brand’s 33rd branch in Alice Springs. Joining the expanded Darwin branch, which opened in 2017, the new Alice Springs outlet ensures comprehensive coverage for the entire Northern Territory, with CoolDrive represented in all states and territories, as well as three... Read More... |
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Change Drives Expansion at CoolDrive20 May, 2020Australia’s broad automotive landscape is constantly changing, as we have seen with the end of local car manufacturing here in recent years and the move in the heavy vehicle sector away from the traditional American-style trucks to those out of Europe and Japan. There’s change too in the type of trucks being employed here, especially... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Battles in Europe17 Apr, 2020RACE FOUR – SILVERSTONETIME – 7:15pmLAPS - 7MACCA FINISHED – Position 21st WINNER – Anton De Pascale RECAP – We headed to Europe for Round Two of the Supercars All Stars Eseries. First up, two races at Silverstone before heading to Barcelona for a further two races to round out the night. Macca missed qualifying... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive ESeries Round Two14 Apr, 2020The BP Supercars All Stars Eseries heads to famous F1 tracks, Silverstone (UK) and Barcelona (Spain) for round two tomorrow night. Round one went off with a bang so this week’s races are almost guaranteed to be spectacular entertainment! Team CoolDrive’s Macauley Jones has put in the practice hours over Easter and is looking to... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Set for All Stars eSeries7 Apr, 2020The BP Supercars All Stars Eseries kicks off tomorrow and Macauley Jones in the #3 Team CoolDrive Commodore is pumped up and ready to go! While we may not be able to physically be on track right now, we’re so excited to still bring you on track entertainment right to your living rooms with this... Read More... |
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CoolDrive to Distribute Medical Devices for COVID-19 made by Erebus Motorsports31 Mar, 2020CoolDrive has offered their services to help Erebus Motorsport’s distribution of its e-aerosol box to protect health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It has only taken a week from concept to supply, and now it is ready for distribution. 20 protective perspex boxes designed in conjunction with Supercars Medical Delegate Dr Carl to protect health care workers... Read More... |
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Update from CoolDrive…24 Mar, 2020We would like to update you on how CoolDrive is handling the evolving situation. CoolDrive is still business as usual and will remain open to service your business for as long as the relevant Government and Health Authorities deem it safe to do so. As has been the case from the beginning, the health and wellbeing... Read More... |
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM COOLDRIVE AUTO PARTS - Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)16 Mar, 2020As matters evolve, CoolDrive want to provide the most up to date information possible. We are also taking the opportunity to inform you of the precautions that CoolDrive will be undertaking to protect your staff and ours effective immediately. Our highest priority is the health and wellbeing of our people, our customers and our communities... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Beaurepaires Melbourne 400 Preview12 Mar, 2020Motorsport fans from far and wide will be tuning in this weekend to watch some of the best racing in the country as we head to the Beaurepaires Melbourne 400. Team CoolDrive’s Macauley Jones will be looking for solid results as we head into the second round of the season. An event that everyone looks... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Expands 4WD Essentials3 Mar, 2020With the global growth in recreational four-wheel driving and the ever-challenging work asked of commercial and industrial off-road vehicles, there is an increasing demand in the marketplace for accessories to support these needs. CoolDrive Auto Parts is a key player in the 4WD, RV and off-road sector with its ever-expanding range of accessories built for... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Superloop Adelaide 500 Recap 202024 Feb, 2020TRACK TIMES – SUNDAY SUPERLOOP ADELAIDE 500 QUALIFYING – PART ONE TIME: 11:50-12:00 CONDITIONS: Sunny, warm QUALIFIED: 8th – 1m21.0040 FASTEST: Lee Holdsworth – 1m20.4348 QUALIFYING – PART TWO CONDITIONS: Sunny, warm TIME: 12:05-12:15 FASTEST: Jamie Whincup – 1m19.8363 TOP TEN SHOOTOUT TIME: 12:25-12:55 CONDITIONS: Sunny, warm POLE POSITION: Shane van Gisbergen – 1m19.8101 FINAL... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Superloop Adelaide 500 Supercars Preview20 Feb, 2020The 2020 Virgin Australia Supercars Championship is about to begin! The Superloop Adelaide 500 is undoubtedly one of the biggest events of the year, and with 30+ degree days forecast for the weekend ahead, it’s safe to say the heat is ON! Macauley Jones heads into his second season of the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Auto Parts 2020 Footy Tipping Competitions14 Feb, 2020The football season is nearly here! Join CoolDrive Auto Parts' AFL & NRL tipping competitions NOW to WIN some great PRIZES! First Prize: Beats Solo Pro Wireless Noise Cancelling On-Ear Headphones (Black). R.R.P. $429. Second Prize: Fitbit Versa Smart Fitness Watch (Black). R.R.P. at $259. Third Prize: Google Home. R.R.P. $144. PLUS! $50 Coles Group &... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Macauley Jones 2020 Supercars Reveal11 Feb, 2020Macauley Jones is prepared to launch into 2020 with a fresh, striking, blue and white livery while also switching it up to car number 3 for the Supercars season. The decision was made to change the Team CoolDrive Holden Commodore number to bring the team back to its family roots – the number having considerable... Read More... |
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Aussie Icon Aunger Celebrates 50 Years23 Jan, 2020Today, Aunger produces a range of automotive parts and accessories sold through specialist suppliers and retailers across the country, but few would know or remember how this business started. It was the heyday of the ‘muscle car’, the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, and a young Adelaide entrepreneur with experience in plastic injection moulding called... Read More... |
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Elton John Drummer Nigel Olsson Jumps Behind BJR Supercar with Macauley Jones15 Jan, 2020Famed musician Nigel Olsson and long-time Elton John drummer has been given his dream chance to steer a Supercar, jumping behind the wheel of a Brad Jones Racing Super3 Commodore today at Sydney Motorsport Park. He was mentored through the experience by BJR driver Macauley Jones, eventually turning laps of his own. A diehard motorsport... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Macauley Jones 2019 Round-Up31 Dec, 2019I crossed the ditch arriving in New Zealand for the ITM Auckland SuperSprint – our only international race on the calendar. The first time I raced here in the VASC. Day one was a tough day on track with practice one getting rained out, the team and I opting to save on tyres staying in... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Supercars 2019 Season Wrap-Up24 Dec, 2019As 2019 draws to a close, we’d like to thank our valued partners and fans for all their support across the season. We’d also like to acknowledge our team members - and their families - for their dedication and hard work both on track and behind the scenes. From all the team at BJR, we... Read More... |
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CoolDrive Auto Parts Christmas Season 2019/2020 Opening Hours5 Dec, 2019With Christmas & New Years fast approaching, here are the CoolDrive Auto Parts opening hours over the holiday period. December 2019 Monday 23rd - Open normal hours Christmas Eve - Tuesday 24th - Open until 12pm Christmas Day - Wednesday 25th - Closed Boxing Day - Thursday 26th - Closed Friday 27th - Closed Monday 30th to Tuesday 31st - Open normal... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Newcastle 500 Supercars Recap25 Nov, 2019NEWCASTLE 500 RECAP SATURDAY TRACK TIMES QUALIFYING TIME: 10:50-11:10 CONDITIONS: Dry, overcast QUALIFIED: Position 17th – 1m10.6782 PROVISIONAL POLE: Jamie Whincup – 1m10.1823 TOP TEN SHOOTOUT TIME: 13:15-13:45 CONDITIONS: Dry, overcast SHOOTOUT RESULT: POLE POSITION: Shane Van Gisbergen – 1m10.1747 RACE 31 / 250KMS / 95 LAPS TIME: 16:15-18:13 CONDITIONS: Dry, warm FINISHED: Position 17th ... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Newcastle 500 Supercars Preview22 Nov, 2019The streets of Newcastle will be fired up for one hell of a finale this weekend at the Coates Hire Newcastle 500. The Team CoolDrive Supercar will be back in its striking combination of blue and white for the final of the Virgin Australia Supercars Championship. It’s been a consistent year for Macca, who’s made... Read More... |
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Transform Your Vehicle's Driving Experience with S-Drive Electronic Throttle Controllers19 Nov, 2019Released from SAAS, S-Drive is an Electronic Throttle Controller designed for modern vehicles that use “fly by wire” throttle technology - vehicles without an accelerator cable. Most vehicles with "fly by wire" technology have a delay from the moment the accelerator pedal is pressed, to the time the signal gets to the throttle, otherwise known... Read More... |
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Trusted by the Automotive Trade, Bremtec Brakes Join the CoolDrive Auto Parts Range12 Nov, 2019A trusted solution for Distributors, Technicians, Performance Professionals and Enthusiasts alike, Bremtec Brakes' world-class range of aftermarket passenger car, SUV & 4WDs, light commercial & heavy-duty commercial vehicle brake pads, discs and sensors have joined CoolDrive Auto Parts’ extensive range! Newly named as a master distributor for Bremtec products, CoolDrive now offers a range of... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Sandown 500 Supercars Retro Round Recap11 Nov, 2019SATURDAY 9TH NOVEMBER QUALIFYING TIME: 12:25-12:45pm CONDITIONS: Rain, wet QUALIFIED: Position 25th – 1m08.8808 POLE POSITION: Scott McLaughlin – 1m07.7736 RACE 28 / 20 LAPS / 60KMS TIME: 14:25 CONDITIONS: Rain, wet FINISHED: Position 22nd WINNER: Craig Lowndes RECAP: Dean used the race for the grid to continue to develop the car so he and... Read More... |
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Team CoolDrive Sandown 500 Supercars Preview8 Nov, 2019The final round of the Pirtek Enduro Cup will be held this weekend at Sandown International Motor Raceway. This iconic Retro Round gives Supercar teams the chance to have some fun with old school designs and has quickly turned into a fan favourite. Team CoolDrive will take a step back in time for the historic... Read More... |
