Stricter new CO2 test may cause slump in car sales
A new system to test emissions will bring more accurate measurements, but may also lead to higher taxes and car prices, warns Geraldine Herbert A new emissions test for cars that is providing more accurate carbon dioxide (CO2) ratings may cause car sales to fall. The test, which was introduced last year for new models only will apply to all new cars sold in the EU from September 1 and is designed to deliver more realistic figures for...
From Marshal to Driver – June 2018
The sun is shining and temperatures are soaring but the racing goes on writes Ruth Nugent Anti-Clockwise Race Meeting at Mondello Park The 9th and 10th of June we all gathered back to the home grounds of Mondello Park for the next round of the Fiesta Zetec championship. This time around though, the track was run in the anti-clockwise direction for the first time in 21 years, so most of us had no idea what to expect! Luckily, thanks...
What To Do If Your Car Breaks Down
Top tips and advice should you be unfortunate with a car breakdown. Driveways, Motorways, Minor Roads & Dual Carriageways In the Real World, things don’t always go to plan. Liberty Insurance get that, that’s why they’re here to help when things get real. In the first of their Real World Blog series, we look at the measures you need to take in the unfortunate event of a breakdown. Most drivers don’t expect a breakdown, but the...
First Drive: Maserati Levante
Suzanne Keane gets behind the wheel of Maserati’s first SUV the Levante What is it? When you think of Maserati an SUV may not be the first image that pops into your head but the Italian manufacturer has taken this luxury segment by storm with the arrival of the Levante which following its launch was their highest selling car across 72 countries. First impressions of the new Maserati Levante? Manufactured in the Mirafiori plant...
