Porsche Macan S
Dec04

Porsche Macan S

The luxury compact crossover segment is the new battleground for premium carmakers and recently even  Porsche joined the fray with the introduction of the Macan writes Hannah Gordon What is it? The Macan is Porsche first venture into the compact SUV market, its the smaller sibling to the hugely successful Cayenne and Porsche hope that they can win buyers around in a market that continues to thrive. Based on the platform used for the...

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Car Thieves using High Tech Methods
Nov05

Car Thieves using High Tech Methods

Is it time for old-fashioned locks to make a return as modern car security systems have become an easy target for car thieves asks Hannah Gordon You’ve spent years saving up, months deciding and finally you decide to go for the latest Range Rover as your pride and joy to encourage envious eyes with every neighbour down your street. But this huge investment could literally disappear right in front of your eyes, why, because prestige...

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Mercedes-Benz SLK 250 CDI AMG Sport
May06

Mercedes-Benz SLK 250 CDI AMG Sport

Hannah Gordon took to the road in the slick and stylish Mercedes SLK 250 CDI AMG  What is it? This is the 3rd generation Mercedes-Benz SLK; first launched in 1996 this two seater roadster has come full circle from its humble beginnings. With a shot of testosterone to its flanks this beefed up model is now available with a 2.1 diesel twin turbo engine. Who is it aimed at? This is the option for those looking for frugal  fun. The...

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Have Diesels Become A False Economy?
Apr21

Have Diesels Become A False Economy?

In the last six years all the vehicles I’ve owned have been diesels, I’ve repeatedly spoken highly of them to customers and pushed forward the benefits of diesel, but times are changing and I’m beginning to realise that petrol engines could be the way forward from now on. Are diesel cars becoming a false economy asks Hannah Gordon? The average prices at the pumps in the Ireland is 154.9 cent per litre for Petrol and...

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Vehicle Recalls – A Mechanic’s Perspective
Mar06

Vehicle Recalls – A Mechanic’s Perspective

Hannah Gordon looks at vehicle recalls from a mechanic’s perspective Following the recent announcement by Porsche that they were recalling their flagship model the  911 GT3 it bought to my attention the subject of vehicle recalls and what they mean to manufacturers, customers and the reputation of the motor industry. The 785 customers who have purchased a Porsche 911 GT3 may have not realised they would be returning their vehicles so...

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