So Why Is My Car Battery Dead?
Battery failure is one of the most likely causes of breakdown and despite what people may think they don’t actually last forever. Suzanne Keane explains some of the most common reasons for battery failure One of the most common reasons for a car not starting is the battery. Your battery not only kick starts the engine but also keeps all electrical items running while you’re driving. The engine in turn recharges your battery...
The Big Apple on Wheels
This week Suzanne Keane checks out some big wheels in the Big Apple Monday again, but this one is extra painful as it marks the end of my holidays! New York may have the sights, shops and sunshine (18 degrees in October) but no trip across the pond would be complete without a visit to one of the many car shows in the city that never sleeps! First up was Americana Manhasset which was held at an upmarket shopping centre north of Garden...
Autumn blues
Our Indian Summer seems to be coming to an end so it’s time to start preparing your car for the changing weather. Suzanne Keane has a few things you should check out over the next few weeks. 1. Tyres You may have been able to get away with slicks during the summer months but now that the rain seems to be back with a vengance you need to ensure you have decent tread left on your tyres and that they are correctly inflated....
The Big Car Park in the Sky
Saying goodbye to a car for the final time can be a painful, but necessary, experience. But once the decision is made what happens next? Suzanne Keane explains how to end the life of a car Whether it’s because of damage beyond repair or because routine maintenance has become too expensive most cars will eventually reach the end of their lives. So how do I get rid of a car? The old banger gathering dust in the garage is no longer a...
Swappage Scheme
If your car is causing more trouble than it’s worth and your patience is running dry (along with your wallet from maintenance bills) you may be interested in a new proposal for a “swappage” scheme writes Suzanne Keane So what is it? The SIMI (Society of the Irish Motor Industry) launched its proposal for Budget 2014, ‘Swappage. The proposal is that if your current car is 2008 reg or older you will receive a €2000...
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