Why a 30km/h city speed limit is a good idea
New Dublin City Council 30km/h speed limits come into effect writes Geraldine Herbert A 30km/h speed limit has been extended to all residential roads within Dublin’s canals and will be further extended to Sandymount, Glasnevin, Crumlin and Cabra from May. A detailed map of the areas now included can be accessed here. Reducing speed limits is rarely supported by drivers but here are five reasons why the reduction should be...
Ten things to know about Motor Tax
Earlier this week a special report on the administration and collection of motor tax was published writes Geraldine Herbert Just over €1 billion in motor tax was collected in 2015. While the number of cars being taxed has increased, revenue has actually fallen due to the lower average tax paid per car. Since 2008 the Motor tax system is based on emissions but cars bought before that are paying considerably more as tax is based on...
How safe is your car?
If you are thinking of buying a car be sure to find out about the car’s Euro NCAP rating writes Geraldine Herbert So what is Euro NCAP? Euro NCAP is the independent body in Europe behind new car crash safety. The European New Car Assessment Programme gives consumers information on the level of occupant protection provided by vehicles in a range of front and side crashes. New cars are assessed in four areas; Adult protection (for...
10 quick checks when buying a used car
If you are thinking about purchasing a used car here are 10 quick checks you can do writes Geraldine Herbert Tyres – Make sure there is plenty of tread left, and that the wear is even across them; and don’t forget the spare. Wheels – Check the wheels carefully for any marks or scuffs caused by kerbing. Windscreen – Ensure there are no cracks that could lead to an NCT failure. Lights – Ensure that all the lights are working and that...
First Drive: Audi Q5
Totally redesigned from the ground up the new Audi Q5 may not look different but looks are deceptive writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Aimed squarely at the Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, Jaguar F-Pace and Land Rover Discovery Sport, Audi’s middle child, the Q5, has been completely redesigned First impressions of the new Audi Q5? Upon first glance, apart from the new single-frame grille, the second-generation Q5 remains...
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