Wheels for Women

Apr09

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Car for a Star with JJ Burke Renault

Posted by wheelsforwomen on Apr 9, 2021

JJ Burke Renault are giving one lucky frontline worker a brand new Renault Captur for a whole year as part of the ‘Car for a Star’ competition kicking off next Monday 12th April For the last year while we’ve been told to stay at home to stay safe, extraordinary essential workers have gone the extra mile to keep the country going. To say thanks and acknowledge the amazing work JJ Burke Renault, Ballinrobe have teamed up with iRadio to give one lucky essential worker the use of a brand-new Renault CAPTUR E-TECH for a whole year. The Car for a Star kicks off on Monday 12th April with the guys at JJ Burke’s Renault and iRadio looking for incredible essential worker stories. Nominate someone in your life that you would like to see behind the wheel of a new Captur for a full year. Karen Burke, Dealer Principal, JJ Burke Renault said; “It has truly been an unbelievably tough year for so many and no more so than those going out every day fighting the pandemic but also for those keeping the country open. We cannot thank them enough; this is just our small way of giving back to one of them. Make sure to nominate the frontline person in your life. It could be the person that has been serving you at the local supermarket, the tired nurse who had been looking after our sick or it could be the DHL delivery guy who has become a friend you have seen so much of him since last march!!!” Mark Cunning, CEO iRadio added; “At iRadio we’re delighted to be in a position to acknowledge and highlight the contribution that our frontline workers have made since the onset of the pandemic. We’re thrilled to be working with JJ Burke’s on this activation and I’m really looking forward to celebrating the amazing people who have gone above and beyond during the most challenging and difficult of times”. The lucky winner will drive away in the all-new Captur plug-in hybrid, Renault’s flagship SUV. With MULTI-SENSE, you can customise your all-new CAPTUR to suit your mood. With PURE electric mode, you have the option to drive fully electric and can switch between using the engine or electric only driving, whenever you want! It is so easy to enter, just text or WhatsApp ‘CAR’ to 0871102107 along with your name, age, and location and a little about why you or the essential worker in your life should win, with the winner announced on air on Friday 23rd April. The driver seat is empty, so get nominating to fill it with an absolute star. For more information visit www.iradio.ie/carforastar (T&Cs apply) or JJ Burke Renault on Facebook or Instagram 9th April,...

From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads

Apr08

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From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads

Posted by Geraldine Herbert on Apr 8, 2021

From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads

An overview of the European motor vehicle fleet in 2021 In 2019, the European Union passenger car fleet grew by 1.8% compared to 2018, with the number of cars on the road reaching 242.7 million. The highest growth was recorded in Romania (+7%), whereas the French car market contracted slightly (-0.3%). More than 28 million vans are in circulation throughout the EU. With 6 million vehicles, France has by far the largest van fleet, followed by Italy (4.2 million vans), Spain (3.8 million) and Germany (2.8 million). There are 6.2 million medium and heavy commercial vehicles on the EU’s roads. Counting almost 1.2 million trucks, Poland has the largest fleet, followed closely by Germany (1,010,742) and Italy (946,393). Around 692,207 buses are in operation throughout the European Union, almost half of which can be found in three countries alone: Poland, Italy and France. EU cars are now on average 11.5 years old. Lithuania, Estonia and Romania have the oldest fleets, with vehicles older than 16 years. The newest cars can be found in Luxembourg (6.5 years) and Austria (8.3 years). The average age of light commercial vehicles in the EU is 11.6 years. Among the EU’s four major markets, Spain has the oldest van fleet (13.0 years), followed closely by Italy (12.6 years). Trucks are on average 13 years old in the European Union. Aged more than 21 years, Greek trucks are the oldest in the EU. The newest trucks are in Austria (6.4 years). The average age of...

Nine things to know about the Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept

Apr02

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Nine things to know about the Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept

Posted by Geraldine Herbert on Apr 2, 2021

Nine things to know about the Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept

Lexus offered a glimpse of what was to come with a stunning new concept that showcased the design, driving and advanced technologies that will feature in future models writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Featuring a sharp and sleek stance the LF-Z Electrified concept marks a more modern interpretation of Lexus signature design elements. 2) Not only is it cool and futuristic looking on the outside inside the minimalist cabin technology abounds and even passengers can enjoy...

Mar28

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Tips to avoid Road Rage

Posted by Geraldine Herbert on Mar 28, 2021

Tips to avoid Road Rage

Financial stresses, early commutes and bad road surfaces all add to the congestion and create an atmosphere that could potentially lead to more accidents, we look at ways to avoid road rage writes Geraldine Herbert Driving gets most of us in a tizzy. The endless stopping and starting, the traffic jams and the right-hand-turn-only lane when you’re desperate to go left. The peak hour traffic experience is the stuff of nightmares. With so much...