First Drive : Lexus RX450hL
Jun19

First Drive : Lexus RX450hL

Lexus adds a much sought-after third row to their RX writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? For car companies the attraction of a five seat SUV is simple, they appeal to families, millennials, and women but throw in a extra two seats and you are on to an even bigger winner as everyone it seems these days is in need of something larger and hence the boom in seven seat SUVs. Lexus is the latest to add a much sought-after third row to...

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First Drive: Citroën C5 Aircross
Jun18

First Drive: Citroën C5 Aircross

Citroën is introducing a big brother to the C3 Aircross writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The rise of the SUV family car means you can steer past that looming midlife crisis, no longer forced to face the grim reality of a people carrier, instead family transport has never been so chic. The latest to join the fray is Citroën’s C5 Aircross. First revealed at the 2017 Shanghai Motor Show, Citroën’s new flagship shares a...

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Family Car Buying Guide – Compact SUVs
Jun15

Family Car Buying Guide – Compact SUVs

In the market for a new family car, we look at 5 alternatives in the categories of Green, MPVs, Crossovers and Compact SUVs writes Geraldine Herbert Part Four – Compact SUVs   Peugeot 5008   In the age of the Urban SUV, Peugeot has looked at the most important, decision-shaping consumer desirables within the family-buying market – style, space and elegance – and have re-imagined their 5008 from the wheels up and...

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World Cup 2018? How to stay sane and survive the World Cup
Jun14

World Cup 2018? How to stay sane and survive the World Cup

If the thought of endless matches and interminable replays sends you into a boredom-induced coma there are ways to avoid soccer between June 14 and July 15 – you just need to use a little bit of imagination.  1)      The great outdoors Why not sample the gourmet treats on show at Taste of Dublin or unleash your hidden artist at the Hinterland Festival of Literature and Arts in Kells.  2)      Retail therapy Indulge in some...

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The best deals around on a 182 car
Jun14

The best deals around on a 182 car

Car manufacturers are offering huge discounts to attract buyers, from zero percent interest rates to free servicing, writes Geraldine Herbert Now is a good time to buy an Alfa Romeo, the Italian car maker is offering Personal Contract Plan (PCP) finance or a Hire Purchase (HP) with an APR rate of 2.9%. Also available are scrappage incentives. The Giulia saloon and Stelvio SUV are available with up to €4,500 Scrappage while the Mito...

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