Tyre Wear and what to look out for
Suzanne Keane explains why tyres do not wear evenly on your car In an ideal world our tyres would wear evenly all round so that we could get the best value from them. Unfortunately, due to road conditions and suspension design in certain cars this isn’t always possible. There are however some tell-tale signs that there could be another issue with your car if your tyres aren’t wearing evenly! Over inflation – If your tyres are wearing...
2015 VW Tiguan Edition R 2.0L Diesel
There may be a new version on the way but there is much to like about the current VW Tiguan writes Suzanne Keane. What is it? There may be a new Tiguan on the way but this could be a good time to pick up a deal on an older model. Who is it aimed at? The Tiguan is designed to meet the needs of a busy family combining space and practicality with comfort – The Edition R spec ads some sporty touches to the standard Tiguan. Styling? The...
SsangYong Rexton 5 seater Business Edition
Suzanne Keane checks out the latest commerical offering from SsangYong, the Rexton Business Edition What is it? This is the 3rd generation of the SsangYong Rexton and in Business Edition spec it comes with room for 5 while qualifying for commercial road tax (subject to eligibility). Who is it aimed at? The Rexton offers seating room for 5 adults while leaving plenty of space in the boot for tools – ideal for anyone who needs to move...
What Are Car Diagnostics?
So what exactly does the term “Car Diagnostics” mean? Suzanne Keane explains all One of the most common complaints you hear about garages these days is how much they charge for “switching off” a dash light or for “plugging the car into the computer”. But what is it they actually do? Since the early 90s most cars have come equipped with an E.C.U. (Engine Control Unit). Over time these have grown – and become more...
First Drive: Volkswagen Caddy
Well built, good to drive and reliable the Volkswagen Caddy has always proved popular 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. First impressions of the new Caddy: The Caddy we tested was a highline...
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