Six changes the government are considering for Budget 2020
A number of changes to the Tax system are being considered as options for Budget 2020 writes Geraldine Herbert The Department of Finance has published the Budget 2020 Tax Strategy Group Papers offering some insights into possible changes to the Motor tax system in the next budget VRT Bands – It is suggested that the rate gap between each of the motor tax bands could be widened and a new 7% VRT tax band would be introduced for...
Use Your Car for Work? Consider These 5 Tools
Whether you travel from town to town for your job, run errands, make deliveries, or are part of a ride share service, driving your car for work has many pros and cons. For those who use their car for work, there are typically three primary concerns – efficiency, safety, and liability. Fortunately, with the increase in car-based jobs, there have been many recent innovations to tackle these issues and improve driver experience....
Women in the driver’s seat
The Women@SIMI, an annual event for women in the motor trade, is designed to inspire, motivate and support females as they seek greater representation in the industry Women are a driving force across the Motor trade writes Geraldine Herbert Walk into most car dealerships and you’ll be greeted by the same picture – a showroom made up predominantly of men. Is it any wonder that despite the inroads being made by women in the...
First Drive: Volkswagen Passat
Volkswagen’s fresh-faced Passat is a very polished and sophisticated car, writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The Volkswagen Passat has been the default saloon choice for years and more than 30m have found homes since it first launched in 1973. Evolving through eight generations, for 2019 it has been given a mild facelift and new technology. First impressions? Although at first glance it may look just like the departing one, on...
Car Chat with Jane Ryan
Jane Ryan Author Jane Ryan talks to Geraldine Herbert about bad driving habits, road rage and dream passengers Your current car? Volvo XC 60, diesel 142-D. It’s Caspian blue and cream leather, not perhaps the most child-friendly colour combination but I love it and regularly polish the seats, reminding me of my old horse riding days when I’d have to soap saddles! Is a car important to you? Yes, hugely. I’d love to say I use public...
