Ten Things to Know About the Hierarchy of Road Users
A hierarchy of road users aims to protect those most vulnerable in the event of a collision writes Geraldine Herbert Introduction of a Hierarchy of road users: The hierarchy of road users is a new approach to road safety introduced in various countries and has been part of the UK’s Highway Code since 2022. This system aims to prioritize the safety of the most vulnerable road users. Top of the Hierarchy: Pedestrians: Pedestrians...
Eight Things to Know About the New Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric
Eight zippy facts about the Renault Scenic E-Tech, Renault’s first fully electric family car Electric Excellence: Say hello to Renault’s first fully electric family car! The Scenic E-Tech Electric is not just about being green; it’s about redefining family travel with style and sustainability. Award-Winning Appeal: Crowned as the 2024 Car of the Year in February, the Scenic E-Tech Electric isn’t just a pretty face. It’s a...
The EU’s Battle Against Chinese EV Subsidies
To protect its automotive industry from the competitive pressures posed by state-subsidized Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), the European Union (EU) launched an unprecedented investigation into government support for these imports writes Geraldine Herbert The investigation was initiated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who announced it on September 13, 2023, during her State of the Union address. The probe was...
Aoife Raftery shines amidst adversity in Estonia Rally
Aoife Raftery, showcased her resilience and skill during the challenging Rally Estonia. Alongside her co-driver, Hannah McKillop, when they changed a punctured wheel in less than two minutes., a testament to their meticulous pre-event practice. Competing in the Junior category of the FIA European Rally Championship, the duo, piloting a PCRS Rallysport-prepared Peugeot 208 Rally4, has consistently improved their performance with each...
Celebrating Excellence: The WOW Award
The WOW Award aims to honor the exceptional contributions and careers of women in the motor industry or motorsport. This prestigious award recognizes those who have made an outstanding impact. This year, the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) expanded the nomination process to include the entire automotive industry. A total of 30 nominations were expertly narrowed down to ten finalists by three non-voting jury members....
Aoife Raftery achieves a career-high fourth place in the Junior category at the European Rally Championship in Rally Hungary.
Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy driver Aoife Raftery delivered her most impressive performance yet in an FIA European Rally Championship event, securing fourth place overall. This achievement marks a significant improvement from her previous seventh-place finish in the Czech Republic last season. In her second season competing in the Junior ERC, Raftery, based in Craughwell, alongside her co-driver Hannah McKillop from Antrim,...
