Venturing Off Road for some fun in the mud
Fancy honing your off roading skills writes Suzanne Keane Sitting in a vehicle that weighs more than 2 tonnes while balancing on a narrow metal see-saw may not be everyone’s idea of weekend fun but that’s where I found myself, with Laura Keane, bright and early one Saturday morning. After a 6am start and signing the usual “death or injury” disclaimers we were strapped into Land Rover Discovery 2s with our friendly instructor Dave to...
Volkswagen Caddy Highline
Volkswagen’s Caddy has always proved popular with drivers and businesses for decades and the new version just adds to its appeal writes Suzanne Keane What is it? The VW Caddy has been a regular on Irish roads since the 1980s originally in pick-up form. The more familiar van shape has been around since the 90s and this new version promises to be more functional, flexible and versatile than its predecessors. Styling? The Caddy we...
What Do Car Warranties Cover?
Not all warranty policies offer the same protection – so you need to read the small print, writes Suzanne Keane A car warranty is supposed to offer peace of mind and protect you from hefty repair bills. There are, of course, conditions so before your car starts to fall apart you need to aware of what exactly is covered under warranty and more significantly what is not. Most warranties cover a certain period of time following purchase...
Volkswagen Golf Estate
Looking for a little more practicality than a hatchback, Suzanne Keane test drives the VW Golf Estate to see how much more it offers What is it? The Volkswagen Golf has always been a popular choice on Irish roads but in estate form it offers extra practicality. Who is it aimed at? The Golf estate will appeal to a hatchback driver who needs some extra space in a car that looks a little more grown up. Styling? Previous models of the VW...
Mitsubishi Outlander Business
Suzanne Keane checks out the latest commercial offering from Mitsubishi, the Outlander Business What is it? The new Mitsubishi Outlander was given a facelift late in 2015 and this new “Business” model offers all that the passenger version does albeit with just 2 seats and plenty of space in the back. Who is it aimed at? The Outlander Business is set to take on the competitive commercial 4×4 market with proven...
Recent From Driving Tips
-
Buying a Used Convertible in Winter: 5 Tips Nov 10, 2026 -
-
-
-
-
