Car Insurance Costs Set to Rise for Women
From today Friday (21st) car insurance costs are set to rise for women so here’s our tips on how to reduce your costs Imagine if car insurance companies offered lower premiums to Red heads, Librans or left handed people as these were all statistically proven to be in a lower risk category. That doesn’t sound very fair does it, surely blondes would take offence, Virgos would contend that they are the most...
Sun, Sea & Sat-Nav
With Winter temperatures plummeting below zero, there’s never been a better time for some winter sun, Suzanne Keane offers some advice on car hire and driving abroad. With the dreary weather and the dark evenings worsening it’s a good time of year to be planning a holiday but it’s not all about the sun and sand – The best way to really experience a foreign country is to get out and about with a rental car and a...
The Boutique Car
Mix style and individuality, add some bright colours and maybe a retro-cool interior. Finish with a heavy dose of ‘fun’. We look at the ‘boutique’ car and the competition. What makes us want to shop in boutiques? We might be looking for something a bit different to wear – something that we are less likely to find our best friend/sister/neighbour/work colleague wearing. More often than not there will be a price premium for the...
Volkswagen Beetle Sport 1.4 TSI
Can VW’s New Beetle finally dispose of its “chick car” reputation, we find out. What is it? This is the all new beefier Volkswagen Beetle; powered by the 1.4TSI it is currently the most powerful petrol “bug” around. Who is it aimed at? It seems men are trying to wrestle the VW Beetle back from our eager clutches. While the last model was adorned with flowers and had more curves than a Monte Carlo racetrack in its latest...
First Drive – Mercedes-Benz A-Class
The domination of Audi’s A3 and the BMW 1 series in the premium hatchback market is about to be challenged by Mercedes new A-class What is it? Unrecognizable from the model it replaces, the new A-Class is longer, wider and slicker. It is not only one of the best looking hatchbacks around but it is the most affordable car with a three-pointed star. First impressions of the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class. The bold muscular front is enhanced...
