Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1.6 JTD
Alfa Romeo may have been living on its past glories for some time now but is the Giulietta the car to stir the Italian soul asks Suzanne Keane What is it? The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is without a doubt the most stylish in its class and the 2014 revisions of a new grille, front fog bevels and improved colour range have only enhanced it further. It’s a 5 door hatchback with a coupe look and feel. Who is it aimed at? The Giulietta is aimed...
Caught on Camera; Dash Cams
The dash cam is a hi-tech gadget that has become a must-have item in a car writes Suzanne Keane A dash cam is an onboard camera that you can either attach to your windscreen or dashboard. They record the road ahead and see what you see. Their use has become more common in the past few years with many transport companies using them as video evidence in accidents – especially in cases of insurance fraud. If you’re involved in an...
Last minute Christmas Gifts!
If you’ve been struggling to find the ideal gift for a petrol head (or just want to treat yourself) we’ve got it covered! Forget those boring high street gift vouchers and check out what’s on offer around Ireland! 1. Driving experiences My favorite option at Rally School Ireland is the 325i Rally Experiance which starts at €275 for a half day; for a couple the “Race and Chase” package allows you to...
A Passion for Volkswagens
Suzanne Keane reveals an expensive addiction, it’s not smoking, alcohol or even shoes There’s a thin line between being passionate and being obsessed. A passion embraces life but my love affair for German engineering and 4 wheels, which began as a child, has evolved into an unhealthy obsession, culminating in a garage full of Volkswagens. For as long as I can remember I have been consumed by Volkswagens. Maybe it is in the...
Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG)
You may have heard of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) but did you know it is an environmentally friendly car fuel that could knock euros off your fuel bill? Suzanne Keane explains all So what is it? Anyone who’s ever watched King of the Hill will have heard of “Propane”, otherwise knows as Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) or Autogas. Basically it’s a flammable mixture of hydrocarbon gases which can be used as a heating...
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