Nine things to know about Snowmageddon
Feb28

Nine things to know about Snowmageddon

As snow continues to fall getting out and about by car has become a lot trickier than usual writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Met Éireann has issued five weather warnings, two of which are Red Status – the highest alert meaning extremely dangerous conditions. 2) Driving in Snow will challenge even the most experienced driver so only take to the roads if completely necessary. 3) Remember even if the roads are gritted they are still...

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Eight things to know about the new Volvo V60
Feb21

Eight things to know about the new Volvo V60

Volvo has taken the wraps of its gorgeous new V60 Estate writes Geraldine Herbert The all new Volvo V60 was unveiled today in the driveway of a family home in Stockholm. Customers in Germany, Italy, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, UK and USA but not unfortunately Ireland can avail of a car subscription Car by Volvo – a new premium subscription alternative to buying or leasing a vehicle. The new estate is set to compete with...

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First Drive: Renault Mégane RS
Feb13

First Drive: Renault Mégane RS

The Renault Mégane RS is the most fun I had, on track and off, in a long time writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Sitting lower to the ground than the regular Mégane, the RS 280, the latest hot hatch to be unleashed by the French marque, is low, orange and racetrack-ready. Its predecessor was revered by hot hatchback aficionados, so much is expected of it. First impressions of the new Renault Mégane RS? Despite being painted an...

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We are all test subjects in emissions experiment
Feb09

We are all test subjects in emissions experiment

The VW emissions scandal took a new twist as allegations of animal testing emerged, writes Geraldine Herbert Volkswagen has apologised for testing the impact of diesel fumes on monkeys and humans. Their chief executive, Matthias Mueller, said the tests were “unethical and repulsive” and promised a full investigation. The New York Times reported that three German car makers, VW, Daimler and BMW had paid for a research group...

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First Drive: Volkswagen T-Roc
Jan31

First Drive: Volkswagen T-Roc

VW’s latest SUV is ready to roc but can it stand out in this crowded segment asks Geraldine Herbert What is it? The T-Roc is the latest in Volkswagen’s SUV offensive and is designed to appeal to young, trendy buyers. First impressions of the new VW T-Roc? Buying a new car is much like starting a relationship, it has little if anything to do with the brain and everything to do with the heart. In the fiercely competitive SUV...

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