Co-Driver Profile – Helen Duggan
Apr29

Co-Driver Profile – Helen Duggan

Suzanne Keane catches up with Killarney native Helen Duggan, who along with rally driver Cyril Wharton will be hoping to repeat their Circuit of Kerry success in their Mk2 Escort at the Rally of the Lakes this  weekend.   Congratulations on coming 1st in Class at the Circuit of Kerry! How does it feel? Oh it’s a great feeling to win it, it is a very competitive class. To finish the rally is great but to get 1st in class is...

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First Drive: Volkswagen Golf
Apr11

First Drive: Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen’s perennial Golf  has been refreshed for 2017 writes Suzanne Keane What is it? Volkswagen’s best seller the Golf has been a familiar sight on our roads since the 1970s and this version looks set to continue the trend with a wide choice of models to suit different requirements. First impressions of the new Golf? At a glance the new Golf doesn’t seem all that different from the previous versions although there are...

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New Car Collection Checklist
Jan30

New Car Collection Checklist

Before you drive your new car off the forecourt it is important to check that everything is in order writes Suzanne Keane Our list of ten things you need to check before you drive away your brand new car Collect the car in daylight hours to ensure that no damage has occurred on route to the dealership. Make sure the registration plates match. Ensure any options you specified have been included. Check that the fuel tank is full. If you...

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New Year, New Car?
Jan05

New Year, New Car?

There may be plenty of bargains out there for a new car but if you’re happy with what you have why change? Just a little elbow grease can make it feel brand new writes Suzanne Keane   1. Interior Scrub your carpets, treat any stains and make sure to sort out any nasty smells. Make sure the plastic/vinyl is gleaming and if your seats have any tears or scuffs or if the foam has faded check out your local scrapyard or eBay for a new...

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Ford Edge
Jan04

Ford Edge

Does Ford’s new Large SUV have an enough of an edge over rivals to justify its price tag asks Suzanne Keane What is it? The Ford Edge may have been on sale across the Atlantic for a number of years but has now been reconfigured for the European market as part of Ford’s SUV expansion plan and arrived here last July. Who is it aimed at? The Edge is designed for those looking for a large SUV with sporty styling and road presence....

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