New regulations for e-scooters and e-bikes are on the way
The Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023 has finally been signed into law so what are the implications for e-scooters and e-bikes writes Geraldine Herbert What is the current situation with e-scooters? Despite the growing popularity of E-scooters they are currently illegal on Irish roads and this is due to the fact that they are classified in law as mechanically propelled vehicle or MPVs. In order for an MPV to be used legally on our...
Eight tips for driving on the right
Here are some tips so you can master driving on the right quickly writes Geraldine Herbert Two thirds of the countries in the world drive on the right including much of Europe, the USA, China and Russia so the chances are if you are taking a car abroad this summer or hiring one you will have to quickly adjust to driving on the opposite site of the road. 1) Stay on busy roads for the first few days. With a car in front of you its much...
Six tips for tackling your first bike tour
Ruth touring the Rota Vicentina, Portugal Bicycle touring is one of the most enjoyable ways to see the world. Slowing things down, you get to take in the world from a completely different perspective writes Ruth O’Connor If you’re thinking of venturing off around Ireland or further afield, here are a few tips to help make the trip a lot more enjoyable. Weight – When I think about the gear that I packed when I...
Six of the most spectacular landscapes you will ever drive through
From twisting coastal routes to rugged mountains and scenic fjords, here are six of the best driving routes around the world for epic landscapes and ocean views writes Geraldine Herbert IRELAND – THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY Stretching from the northern Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal to the southern town of Kinsale in County Cork, the Wild Atlantic way is the longest defined coastal route in the world. The twisting coastal...
