Running on Empty
Running out of fuel is not only an inconvenience but can do costly damage to your car writes Suzanne Keane A study from Topaz has shown that 60% of motorists will only fill up their car when it’s in the red. The study has also shown that 1 in 10 of us have run out of fuel while driving. While running out of fuel on the go may seem like just an inconvenience it can cause damage to your car (along with making you late). Even running...
Don’t be a victim of Car theft
Minimize your chances of being a victim of car theft with these simple and basic tips writes Geraldine Herbert Parking When parking your car ensure you park in a well lit area, beside other cars, where all-round visibility is good and have your keys out and ready when returning. Lock it Never leave a car unlocked for even a minute while going into a shop, also ensure your windows are also locked and don’t leave valuables...
Only half of the cars claiming to fit three child car seats can actually fit them in
Looking for a car that fits 3 car seats? Beware of car manufactures claims is the advice from What Car writes Geraldine Herbert Only half of the cars claiming to accommodate three child car seats at once can actually fit them in, according to new research by What Car? By law, children must use car seats – whether secured by seatbelts or Isofix brackets – until they are 150cms in height or 36kgs (79lbs), meaning that the size and type...
Asleep at the wheel – coping with tiredness behind the wheel
Driving fatigue has been found to be a bigger danger on the road than drink driving so as the evenings get brighter and thoughts turn to Summer and long journeys we have some tips for coping with tiredness behind the wheel writes Geraldine Herbert Tiredness and Driving – the Risks If you drive while tired not only are do you risk actually falling asleep at the wheel but also of being much slower to react and respond to your...
Safety First – Tips For Safe Do-It-Yourself Car Maintenance
When you’re working on your own car it’s always easier to just jump right in and get going but before you do think about your safety writes Suzanne Keane Unfortunately accidents happen so you should always take the necessary precautions to stop your car from injuring you or someone else. At the side of the road – Always carry a warning triangle! If you have to pull in, get as far off the road as...
Nine things to know about Snowmageddon
As snow continues to fall getting out and about by car has become a lot trickier than usual writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Met Éireann has issued five weather warnings, two of which are Red Status – the highest alert meaning extremely dangerous conditions. 2) Driving in Snow will challenge even the most experienced driver so only take to the roads if completely necessary. 3) Remember even if the roads are gritted they are still...
