New Car Collection Checklist
Before you drive your new car off the forecourt it is important to check that everything is in order writes Suzanne Keane Our list of ten things you need to check before you drive away your brand new car Collect the car in daylight hours to ensure that no damage has occurred on route to the dealership. Make sure the registration plates match. Ensure any options you specified have been included. Check that the fuel tank is full. If you...
New Year, New Car?
There may be plenty of bargains out there for a new car but if you’re happy with what you have why change? Just a little elbow grease can make it feel brand new writes Suzanne Keane 1. Interior Scrub your carpets, treat any stains and make sure to sort out any nasty smells. Make sure the plastic/vinyl is gleaming and if your seats have any tears or scuffs or if the foam has faded check out your local scrapyard or eBay for a new...
Ford Edge
Does Ford’s new Large SUV have an enough of an edge over rivals to justify its price tag asks Suzanne Keane What is it? The Ford Edge may have been on sale across the Atlantic for a number of years but has now been reconfigured for the European market as part of Ford’s SUV expansion plan and arrived here last July. Who is it aimed at? The Edge is designed for those looking for a large SUV with sporty styling and road presence....
Flat Battery Tuesday
Suzanne Keane has some tips to prepare for post-Christmas “flat battery” Tuesday! According to figures from Allianz Global Assistance Ireland for 2016, they received a 30% increase in flat battery call-outs on the first day back to work in January 2016. Figures also show an increase in calls for flat tyres and clutch faults on that day breakdown, followed by electrical faults and alternator problems If it happens to you...
Bright Guide To Car Bulbs
Car bulbs are a critical component of your car but few of us know much about them so Suzanne Keane has a handy guide. Every make and model car takes different bulbs so you need to know what’s required for your own car. You should always have spare bulbs in the boot and know how to change them. Most bulb manufacturer’s and re-seller’s websites will tell you what bulbs your car takes. Firstly, lets talk about headlights. You will need...
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