A new tougher test comes in this week for all new cars.
From September 1st, the new WLTP standards will come into force so what does it mean for new car prices and motor tax writes Geraldine Herbert What is changing? The current method of testing fuel economy and emissions for new cars is to be replaced. Condemned for its inability to reflect real-world mpg, the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) will be replaced across Europe, including Ireland on September 1, 2018 by the Worldwide...
Volkswagen T-Roc Sport 2.0 TDI
Volkswagen says the launch of its new crossover, the T-Roc is one of the most important cars in years writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The T-Roc is a five-door crossover aimed at families who want space, style and agility. Crossovers position themselves explicitly between the family hatch and the large winter-ready 4×4 and this one is designed to compete with the likes of SEAT’s Arona, the Kia Stonic and...
Why are we still sharing the road with disqualified drivers?
The failure of our laws to prevent disqualified motorists from driving is alarming, writes Geraldine Herbert A hit-and-run driver who knocked down and killed a jogger had been banned from getting behind the wheel, an inquest heard last week. The young man, Karl Robertson (28), was fatally struck in Artane, Dublin, on March 8, 2017. The driver, Patrick Morgan, had three driving bans and numerous convictions for road traffic offences....
5 Golden rules for Car Pooling to School
With Back-to-school looming and the dreaded school run returning maybe its time to consider car pooling writes Geraldine Herbert Whether a simple arrangement with one parent or a wide group of parents all participating on different days complete with excel spreadsheets once established there are a few golden rules to car pooling; 1) Car pooling is not a chauffeuring service, the convenience of having your child or children collected...
First Drive: Mazda6 Tourer
Perhaps it’s time we ditched the SUVs in favour of the maligned estate car writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? For many the attraction of an estate car is lost, it’s not a purchase that appeals to the senses but one that placates the need for space, an assortment of hooks and flat-pack furniture. It should come as no surprise that car makers go to increasing lengths to disguise their load luggers, calling them...
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