Mercedes-Benz E-Class 220d AMG Line Auto
New E-class offers classier cabins, efficient engine line-up and better dynamics writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Now in its 10th generation, more than 13 million E-classes have been bought so there’s no denying that it has always been a highly desirable car but as with everything there is always room for improvement particularly when you consider the highly accomplished family it comes from. Who is it aimed at? If you are buying...
Why are cars seized for non-payment of M50 tolls?
M50 toll evaders recently hit the headlines for owing an average of €28,600 with many having their car’s seized but how does a €2.10 toll end up costing so much writes Geraldine Herbert In 2105 eFlow seized a total of 59 cars as a result of court judgements against M50 Toll evaders. The average bill owed to the State by these motorists was €28,627 and the average number of tolls unpaid each year by these repeat offenders is 189....
Eight things to know about the Kia Niro
Crossovers and hybrids are all the rage. By combining the two the new Niro makes an very interesting addition to the Kia Line-up writes Geraldine Herbert First shown at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show, the Niro is a low-emissions hybrid crossover. The New Kia Niro will arrive in Ireland in Mid October Prices will start from €30,495 so with the current €1,500 government hybrid grant the prices would be in the region of €28,995...
Nine things to know about the Skoda Kodiaq
We find out more about the highly anticipated 2017 Skoda Kodiaq seven-seat SUV writes Geraldine Herbert 1) At 4.70 metres long, Škoda’s new SUV can comfortably seat seven people . 2) Škoda’s Kodiaq not only has the biggest boot of any SUV on the market it will also have a third row of seats as an optional extra. 3) It will have a choice of five engines – two diesels (one a 2.0...
The pros and cons of Personal Contract Plans (PCPs)
Personal Contract Plans are not suited to everyone, so study what’s best for you, writes Geraldine Herbert An increasingly popular way to finance a new car is under a Personal Contract Plans (PCP). But what exactly is a PCP and who is it best suited to? Nearly all car manufacturers now offer PCPs. Under this type of scheme the repayment schedule is split into three very distinct parts. First, a deposit is paid – usually 10%...
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