Ireland Tyre Safety Day 2026: Simple Tyre Checks Every Driver Should Know
A few minutes spent checking your tyres could make a significant difference to your safety. Ahead of Ireland Tyre Safety Day on Monday, October 5, Continental Tyres Ireland is encouraging young drivers to make those checks a lifelong habit. Tyres rarely get the attention lavished on a car’s touchscreen, paintwork or sound system. Yet they are the only part of your vehicle in contact with the road, making their condition rather more...
Honda Prelude Review: A Stylish Comeback Worth the Compromises
With sleek looks, sharp steering and a playful side, the new Honda Prelude has plenty to tempt you, provided you can forgive the price and the rear seats writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? For five generations, the Honda Prelude was the car to choose if you wanted a sporty car but not quite a sports car. The original arrived in 1978, followed by pop-up headlights, four-wheel steering and, eventually, VTEC performance. Four-wheel...
Kia EV2 Review: Small Size, Useful Range and Plenty of Character
With its cheerful looks, useful range and compact dimensions, the Kia EV2 makes a persuasive case for keeping family motoring simple writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Give a toddler a box of crayons and ask them to draw a car, and the result might look remarkably like the new Kia EV2. A big square body, four enormous wheels and a face made mostly of lights. There is something gloriously cheerful and a little bit quirky about it. At...
Róisín Sweeney Makes History with Formula Sheane Race Win
Naas driver Róisín Sweeney is the first woman to win a Formula Sheane race since David Sheane introduced the class more than 20 years ago. Driving the Nordic Spirit Ireland car, she took the lead at the start and held on for a historic victory announced by Motorsport.ie and Motorsport Ireland. Sweeney entered the series in 2026. A racer with engineering in her background Away from the circuit, Sweeney is an aerospace engineering...
5 Home Businesses You Can Start With a Van
Starting a business doesn’t always require a shop, office or large upfront investment. For many women, a van can provide the flexibility needed to launch a successful business while keeping costs low. A van can act as transport, storage space, a mobile workspace and even a marketing tool. Combined with online booking systems, digital payments and social media, it’s easier than ever to build a successful business from home....
