Eight things to know about the Kia Niro
Crossovers and hybrids are all the rage. By combining the two the new Niro makes an very interesting addition to the Kia Line-up writes Geraldine Herbert First shown at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show, the Niro is a low-emissions hybrid crossover. The New Kia Niro will arrive in Ireland in Mid October Prices will start from €30,495 so with the current €1,500 government hybrid grant the prices would be in the region of €28,995...
Volkswagen Caddy Life Highline
With seven seats and a very spacious cabin there is much to like about VW’s Caddy Life writes Suzanne Keane What is it? VW’s Caddy is a common sight on our roads but more recently this commercial vehicle has been appearing in passenger guise – complete with seven full size seats and subtle tinted windows on the rear. Styling? The Caddy Life tested was an eye-catching Starlight Blue Metallic and came in Highline trim which has body...
Nine things to know about the Skoda Kodiaq
We find out more about the highly anticipated 2017 Skoda Kodiaq seven-seat SUV writes Geraldine Herbert 1) At 4.70 metres long, Škoda’s new SUV can comfortably seat seven people . 2) Škoda’s Kodiaq not only has the biggest boot of any SUV on the market it will also have a third row of seats as an optional extra. 3) It will have a choice of five engines – two diesels (one a 2.0...
First Drive: Ford Fiesta ST200
The Ford Fiesta ST200 is the latest variant of the hot hatch, Aimee Woods has been driving it at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed What is it? The Ford Fiesta ST200 is the exclusive new hot hatch on the market boasting almost 200bhp (215bhp including the overboost) making it the most powerful Fiesta available. The ST200 earns its badge sprinting from 0-100km/h of 6.7 seconds. First Impressions of the Ford Fiesta...
A Few Golden Rules To A Safer Journey
Families are more likely to spend time in the car together, during the Summer, than at any other time of the year so we have a few tips on staying safe on long journeys Leave politics and family squabbles at home, the car is no place for heated debates. Clearly map out your route before you set off and invest in a Satellite Navigation system or download an app. Keep kids occupied by inventing games that reward quiet behaviour without...
