Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI e
Audi’s attractive Q3 plug-in hybrid can match key rivals in its category — but the savings on the road may not be enough to justify the high price writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? These days, there seem to be two kinds of motorists — those who drive an SUV and those who want to drive one. They now make up over 50% of new cars sold, and sales show no signs of slowing down. our test car, the Audi Q3 TFSI e — a plug-in hybrid...
Seven things to know about new EU Speed limiters
From July 6th all newly launched vehicles, sold in Europe, will be fitted with intelligent speed assist technology (ISA) so what does this mean for drivers and crucially road safety asks Geraldine Herbert 1. All newly launched vehicles i.e. new models of car, van, bus and lorry sold in Europe, will be fitted with intelligent speed assist technology (ISA) from July 6th. It won’t be until July 2024 that the requirement will...
Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI R-Line
The new, roomier Volkswagen Polo, with its dapper Digital Cockpit and super safety features, will appeal to fans — but will it convert new buyers asks Geraldine Herbert What is it? Anyone who regularly squeezes in and out of tiny car-park spaces could be forgiven for thinking the spaces have gotten smaller over time. The effort involved to avoid a dent or a scratch is enough to send your blood pressure soaring, while getting out of...
Peugeot 308 1.2 Puretech 130bhp Auto
Peugeot hopes to tempt premium buyers with the new 308 hatchback writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? At first glance, the new Peugeot 308 has much in common with the previous one, but look again and the sleek bonnet and the vertical grille catch the eye, while the new retro logo is a nod to Peugeot’s changing model line-up. It oozes Gallic flair. The 308 I drove came in ‘olivine green’, which only enhanced its appeal — and judging...
A Top 5 finish for Alyx Coby at Round 2 of the Danish F4 Championship
Irish racing driver Alyx Coby achieved a top 5 finish in round 2 of the Danish F4 Championship. Alyx Coby earned a top 5 finish and her best result to date in her rookie season at round 2 of the Danish F4 Championship at Skurup raceway, Sweden. Having only seen the track for the first time on Friday and with limited time on track, Coby qualified in 5th position, ensuring her best qualifying to date. Race one on Saturday got off to a...
Is it time to get taxis out of bus lanes?
Taxis are no more efficient than other cars, so why should they use bus lanes in our cities, asks Geraldine Herbert The recently revised Bus Connects plan further prioritises buses over cars, proposing more restrictions and limited road space to reduce reliance on private cars as a commuting option. The National Transport Authority (NTA) maintains that this will deliver improved journey times and so will move more people from their...
