Ten things to know about the New Ford Focus
The fourth generation Ford Focus has been unveiled writes Geraldine Herbert 1) It’s 20 years since the Ford Focus first appeared on Irish roads. 2) Embracing technology the Focus is the first Ford to get a new Head-up display. 3) The new car is also designed to detect “No Entry” signs on a motorway ramp and will sound a Wrong Way Alert with audible and visual warnings. 4) The new Focus has been to the gym and has lost almost...
How safe are driverless cars?
The Uber fatality raises questions about the testing of driverless cars and how they mix with people, writes Geraldine Herbert Uber has suspended all tests of self-driving cars after a fatal accident in Arizona last week. It was not the first fatality linked to a driverless car but it was the first time a pedestrian has been killed in a collision with one. Questions are still being asked about what exactly happened, but recently...
Don’t be a victim of Car theft
Minimize your chances of being a victim of car theft with these simple and basic tips writes Geraldine Herbert Parking When parking your car ensure you park in a well lit area, beside other cars, where all-round visibility is good and have your keys out and ready when returning. Lock it Never leave a car unlocked for even a minute while going into a shop, also ensure your windows are also locked and don’t leave valuables...
A new Emergency call system to be installed on all new cars
From March 31st all new models of cars and vans sold in the EU will have to be equipped with the new eCall life-saving system writes Geraldine Herbert The 60 minutes following a crash are vital time for road traffic victims. Known as the “golden hour” your chances of survival increases dramatically if trained professionals can treat you within this time period. What is E-call? An new Automatic Emergency Call (eCall) which can...
Only half of the cars claiming to fit three child car seats can actually fit them in
Looking for a car that fits 3 car seats? Beware of car manufactures claims is the advice from What Car writes Geraldine Herbert Only half of the cars claiming to accommodate three child car seats at once can actually fit them in, according to new research by What Car? By law, children must use car seats – whether secured by seatbelts or Isofix brackets – until they are 150cms in height or 36kgs (79lbs), meaning that the size and type...
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