How to spot a flood damaged car
May22

How to spot a flood damaged car

Cars and water don’t mix so always check for flood damage when buying a second-hand car writes Geraldine Herbert From the outside, there may be no signs of flood damage so here are a few things you need to check Always do a history check on any car you are thinking of buying but remember if the damage was not reported to an insurance company there may be no record of flood damage. Smell inside the car. Even if the car has been...

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Driving Abroad
May22

Driving Abroad

With the good old reliable Irish  Summer weather remaining as unpredictable as ever, more and more families are packing up their cars and driving to Europe in search of sun and family fun. Before you go, take the stress out of the journey by being fully prepared. A to Z of Driving Abroad Autobahn – Germany is one of the few places in the world where drivers are allowed to decide for themselves how fast to drive, limited only by the...

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Buy a used car with confidence
May21

Buy a used car with confidence

When buying a used car, how do you know that the car is reliable or that it is actually worth the price tag writes Geraldine Herbert While your lifestyle needs and budget should be at the top of your list of things to consider there are a few simple steps you should take to ensure you’re getting a good car for the right price. 1) Pay the right price Do some research to determine if you are being asked to pay a fair price. Search...

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Avoid Car Hire Rip Offs
May15

Avoid Car Hire Rip Offs

There is nothing like having the use of a car on holidays but it’s a luxury that can prove very expensive writes Geraldine Herbert From fluctuating costs depending on the time of year to confusion over fuel payment policies, hiring a car when abroad can be a stressful ordeal.  A survey by the AA found 40% of Irish people had a bad experience with a car hire company. If you plan ahead, budget wisely and do some research, you can save...

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First Drive: Mercedes CLA Coupe
May10

First Drive: Mercedes CLA Coupe

With hints of the larger CLS the new Mercedes CLA demands attention, but can it deliver on those good looks asks Geraldine Herbert What is it? It is over 6 years ago since the first Mercedes-Benz’s CLA 4-door coupé arrived in Ireland and now an all-new version has just been launched and aims to turn the heads of younger buyers. Is it a looker? This car is a good hair day on wheels with a diamond patterned grille and swooping...

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