Podium finish and new lap record for 14-year-old Alyx Coby at Mondello Park
The 2019 Motorsport Ireland Karting Championship got underway last weekend at Mondello Park. Taking to the grid to embark on her seventh season in the sport was 14-year-old Alyx Coby from Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Now entering her final year in the IAME X30 Junior class of the series, aimed at drivers aged 11-16, she has her sights set firmly on improving on her third-place finish from the previous two seasons. With 19 karts on the...
6 Fun Things To Do With The Kids During Easter Break
Looking for inspiration for Easter, from new attractions to adventure trails and egg hunts here is our pick of some of the best writes Geraldine Herbert See the new Baby Gorilla at Dublin Zoo The team at Dublin Zoo are celebrating the birth of a baby Gorilla. Born on April 1st weighing approximately 2-2.5kg the keepers at Dublin Zoo have been unable to determine the gender of the infant as Kafi has been keeping the baby close...
Small Hatchback Guide
Small hatchbacks appeal to new drivers, older drivers and everyone in between so it’s little wonder that it is such a competitive market, writes Geraldine Herbert. Audi A1 The A1 may be the smallest car in Audi’s range but it is every inch the premium car and proof that less really can be more. With stylish looks and a very sophisticated interior, Audi’s A1 will appeal to fashion-conscious singletons. An all-new...
Driving for Work
Whether driving for work or over seeing employees on the road we have some guidelines you need to follow writes Suzanne Keane For Employees – Always follow the rules of the road Double check with your employer that you’re insured to drive the vehicle Make sure you have the correct licence for the vehicle type Check that the vehicle is taxed and has the correct NCT/DOE certification (if applicable) Check tyres and fluids before setting...
Safety has to be first priority
Drink-driving and speeding are as much about personal responsibility as they are about enforcement, writes Geraldine Herbert A welcome new road safety measure is the recent announcement by the EU that it will require all new cars sold from 2022 to contain devices that will discourage drivers from exceeding the speed limit. Time will tell but experts predict that this will save more than 25,000 lives and avoid at least 140,000 serious...
