Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50: 10 Things to Know
Sep03

Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50: 10 Things to Know

Volkswagen is celebrating 50 years of its most famous hot hatch with the Golf GTI Edition 50. Here are 10 things worth knowing. It marks 50 years of GTI. This is more than a badge-and-wheel special: Volkswagen has added serious power and chassis upgrades. It is the most powerful production GTI yet. Its 2.0-litre turbo produces 325 PS and 420 Nm, sent to the front wheels through a seven-speed DSG gearbox. It is fast. It reaches 100...

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National Slow Down Day: 5 Reasons to Reduce Your Speed
Aug30

National Slow Down Day: 5 Reasons to Reduce Your Speed

We have 5 reasons why slowing down is a good idea writes Geraldine Herbert National Slow Down Day takes place on Monday 31st of August. The nationwide road-safety initiative encourages motorists to reduce their speed and make safer choices behind the wheel. Here are five important reasons to slow down while driving. We have 5 reasons why slowing down is a good idea Save lives –The impact of speed on pedestrian safety is...

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Buying an Older Car: 17 Things You Need to Know
Aug13

Buying an Older Car: 17 Things You Need to Know

Buying an older car can be an affordable way to get behind the wheel, but here are the key things you need to know. Check the mileage: Mileage can be a better indicator of future maintenance costs than the car’s age alone. Get a complete service history: Look for evidence of regular servicing, repairs and replacement parts. A well-maintained older car can be more dependable than a neglected newer one. Run a history check: Confirm...

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Petrol and Diesel Prices in Ireland Rise Sharply as Further Increases Loom
Aug12

Petrol and Diesel Prices in Ireland Rise Sharply as Further Increases Loom

Petrol and diesel prices increased significantly in August, according to the latest fuel price analysis from AA Ireland. Diesel recorded the steepest rise, increasing by 19 cents per litre in just one month. The increases were driven by movements in wholesale markets rather than changes to excise duty, which remained unchanged throughout August. However, motorists face additional pressure at the pumps as the phased restoration of...

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EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs: Six Things You Need to Know
Aug11

EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs: Six Things You Need to Know

The EU introduced tariffs on Chinese-built electric cars to protect European manufacturers from what it considered unfair competition. But did they work? Here are six things to know. 1. Why were the tariffs introduced? The European Commission found that Chinese EV manufacturers had benefited from significant state support, allowing them to sell cars at prices European companies struggled to match. The tariffs were intended to level...

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