Simple Filter Guide
What are filters and what do they actually do in your car, Suzanne Keane explains some of the most common ones I love filtered water – and if you’ve ever seen the inside of a water filter you would understand why any part of your car that takes in air or liquid needs something to protect it from any bad things coming in too….. right? That’s where filters come in! Below you will find a list of the most common...
Car Audio Guide
So you’re sick of only having a tape player? Or maybe you want to stream music from your phone directly into your car speakers? This guide will give you all the info you need to improve your I.C.E. experience! (In Car Entertainment, not actual ice, for those who don’t know) Firstly your head unit – Do you need a CD player? MP3 connectivity? DVD Player? Bluetooth streaming? Sat Nav? Handsfree kit for your phone?Make a list of...
Getting Ready For Your NCT
With over 50% of cars failing their NCT every year it makes sense to give yours the best chance of passing and to make the whole experience as stress free as possible! Firstly, book your NCT well in advance so you have a good choice of dates – and can pick a suitable time of day for you (so that you’re not rushing after work or missing out on your beauty sleep). You can book the test up to 3 months in advance (or 6 months if...
Simple Tyre Guide
After brakes, your tyres are the most important thing on your car but they don’t have to be complicated writes Suzanne Keane Not only is it important to have enough thread on your tyres but you should also check your tyre pressure regularly (too much air can be as bad as too little) and remember, correctly inflated tyres will use less fuel so that’s more money to spend on you! Buying new tyres can be a daunting experience, but the...
Buying a Small Economical Car for €8,000
Question Hi there, I am looking for a small economical car to use around the city. It must be small enough that it is easy to park and suitable for city driving but I also leave the city most weekends so it needs to be up to motorway driving. My budget is around €8,000 and I’d like something with a bit of style too, Any ideas? Karen Cronin, Cork Answer Hi Karen, There is a huge choice out there for city driving, but...
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