Corr Brothers faced a critical challenge as long-established commercial vehicle specialists in an industry undergoing major regulatory changes. With the EU's Smart 2 tachograph mandate creating strict compliance deadlines and significant financial penalties for non-compliant vehicles, hauliers across Ireland were scrambling to understand complex new requirements while facing limited retrofit capacity from qualified installers. As fines of up to €5,000 in the Republic of Ireland and £300+ in Northern Ireland became enforceable, fleet operators needed urgent access to reliable, certified Smart 2 installation services from a workshop they could trust.
The haulage industry was experiencing confusion around the staggered implementation timeline, with different deadlines applying to various vehicle types and usage patterns. Many operators were unclear about whether their cross-border operations between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland classified as international transport, triggering earlier compliance requirements. This regulatory complexity, combined with the technical expertise required for proper Smart 2 installation and calibration, created a significant gap in the market that needed to be filled by experienced, DVA-approved specialists.
As a family business serving the commercial vehicle sector since 1976, Corr Brothers needed to establish themselves as the go-to experts for Smart 2 compliance while continuing to showcase their comprehensive range of tachograph services, commercial vehicle maintenance, and fleet support. Their challenge was to communicate their unique position as Ireland's first Smart 2 retrofit specialists while providing clear, authoritative guidance to help fleet operators navigate the regulatory maze and avoid costly penalties.
Corr Brothers Website
Corr Brothers is a DVA approved tachograph centre in Armagh, Northern Ireland, specialising in Smart 2 tachograph retrofits, calibration services, and commercial vehicle maintenance for the haulage industry. We developed a comprehensive WordPress website that showcases their position as the first workshop in Ireland to complete a Smart 2 retrofit, featuring dedicated service pages for tachograph calibration, speed limiters, vehicle inspections, and their full range of commercial vehicle services. The site effectively communicates their expertise and compliance credentials while providing clear information about tachograph deadlines and regulations to help fleet operators avoid costly fines.
What they needed
What we built
WordPress Web Development Solution
We delivered a comprehensive WordPress web development solution for Corr Brothers, creating a technically robust website that positions them as Northern Ireland's leading Smart 2 tachograph specialists. The custom WordPress theme showcases their unique achievement as the first workshop in Ireland to complete a Smart 2 retrofit, with dedicated service pages that clearly explain complex tachograph regulations and compliance deadlines to help fleet operators navigate the regulatory landscape.
The website features detailed service sections covering Smart 2 tachograph retrofits, DVA-approved calibration services, speed limiters, vehicle inspections, and comprehensive commercial vehicle maintenance. Each service page provides specific technical information and compliance guidance, helping hauliers understand the staggered implementation timeline and avoid costly fines of up to €5,000 in the Republic of Ireland and £300+ in Northern Ireland. The site effectively communicates Corr Brothers' 50+ years of experience while emphasising their cutting-edge expertise with the latest Smart 2 technology.
Built with performance and search visibility in mind, the WordPress site includes comprehensive SEO optimisation with schema markup, Google Analytics integration, and mobile-responsive design to ensure fleet operators can easily access critical compliance information across all devices. The clean, professional design reinforces their credibility as a DVA-approved centre while the intuitive navigation helps visitors quickly find the specific tachograph services they need, supporting Corr Brothers' position as the trusted choice for commercial vehicle operators across Ireland.
Professional WordPress Development for Commercial Vehicle Specialists
When Corr Brothers approached us to develop their new website, they needed more than just an online presence – they required a comprehensive digital platform that could establish them as Northern Ireland's leading Smart 2 tachograph specialists while clearly communicating complex regulatory requirements to fleet operators across Ireland. Our team delivered a custom WordPress development solution that positions this Armagh-based DVA approved centre as the authoritative source for tachograph compliance, featuring dedicated service pages that guide hauliers through the maze of EU regulations and deadlines.
Strategic Design Focused on Compliance and Trust
Understanding that fleet operators needed immediate clarity about Smart 2 compliance requirements, we designed the site architecture around urgent regulatory deadlines and service accessibility. The homepage prominently features their achievement as Ireland's first Smart 2 retrofit specialists, with clear calls-to-action and deadline alerts that help visitors quickly assess their compliance status. Our website redesign approach prioritised mobile responsiveness and fast loading times, ensuring hauliers could access critical information quickly whether they're in the depot or on the road.
Custom WordPress Development with Advanced Functionality
We built a bespoke WordPress theme that showcases Corr Brothers' comprehensive range of services through dedicated landing pages for Smart 2 retrofits, tachograph calibration, speed limiters, and commercial vehicle maintenance. The automotive industry demands precision and reliability, so we implemented custom post types for their service offerings and integrated detailed compliance information with clear deadline tables and regulatory guidance. Our development team ensured the site structure supports their business growth while maintaining the flexibility to update compliance information as regulations evolve.
SEO-Optimised Content and Technical Foundation
Recognising the importance of being found by fleet operators searching for compliance solutions, we implemented comprehensive SEO services throughout the development process. The site features optimised meta descriptions, schema markup for local business visibility, and strategically structured content that targets key phrases like "Smart 2 tachograph Northern Ireland" and "DVA approved tachograph centre." Technical SEO elements including XML sitemaps, proper heading hierarchy, and fast loading speeds ensure the site ranks well for commercial vehicle operators searching for tachograph services across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Ongoing Support and Digital Partnership
Beyond the initial development and launch, we provide Corr Brothers with ongoing website maintenance and hosting services to ensure their digital presence remains as reliable as their workshop services. This includes regular WordPress updates, security monitoring, and content updates to reflect changing compliance requirements – essential for a business operating in such a highly regulated industry. The result is a professional website that not only showcases their expertise but actively generates enquiries from fleet operators needing Smart 2 compliance solutions across Ireland.
The impact
Working at the peak of the Smart 2 compliance deadline pressure, Simon and the team at SimonTodd delivered a website that immediately positioned us as the authority on tachograph regulations when every haulier in Ireland was scrambling for answers. The clear deadline information and compliance guidance has driven a steady stream of enquiries from fleet operators who finally understand what they need to do, and our phone hasn't stopped ringing since the site went live. As Ireland's first Smart 2 retrofit specialists, we needed a digital presence that matched our expertise, and they delivered exactly that.
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