First Drive: MINI Cooper SE
Smart, green and perfectly formed, the all new MINI Electric has arrived writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Born out of the fuel shortages of the 1950s and the onslaught of super-economical Bubble cars the first MINI rolled off the production line in 1959. Now 61 years later and in response to a crisis of a different sort MINI’s first-ever all-electric offering has been launched. Is it a looker? Based on the 3-Door Hatch, the...
Jag yourself a Classic – Some tips for Classic Car Buying
If you want to drive something special then nothing beats a classic car it seems says, Geraldine Herbert A stylish classic car needn’t cost a fortune so if you fancy taking the plunge remember a little homework and patience will save you money in the long run. Here are our top ten tips for buying a vintage/classic car 1) Set yourself a budget and consult price guides in classic car magazines to determine what you can afford...
How to change a flat tyre
Not sure how to change a tyre? Our friends in SandyFord Motor Centre have some useful advice in this step by step guide Knowing how to change a flat tyre is essential knowledge for any driver. You never know what can happen and what situation you may end up in, so if you’re responsible enough to be driving, you should be responsible enough to learn this imperative life skill. Experiencing a tyre blowout can be a scary thing,...
Five Estate Cars for a growing family
The humble estate car might have been falling out of fashion since the SUV’s arrival, but it still represents the most pragmatic approach to family motoring writes Geraldine Herbert SKODA OCTAVIA COMBI It is a testament to just how good the current Octavia is, that it remains among the best selling cars despite a new model on the way. Essentially the Combi is a Golf with a bigger boot and there is class-leading amount of space...
Car Chat with Laura Woods
We talk electric cars, driving test tales, and dream drives with Ireland AM presenter Laura Woods Your current car? I currently drive a BMW 3 Series. I have always been a fan of the BMW range, but they were a big extravagance and out of my budget for years. Then in the last while I had a big birthday which coincided with the end of nearly eight years of Creche fees & I figured life is too short – eat the cake, buy the car.....
13 Electric cars to get excited about in 2020
Will 2020 finally be the year to convert the electric car sceptic asks Geraldine Herbert BMW IX 3 – Due to start production this summer at its plant in China, it will be later in the year before BMW Ireland will launch this all-electric version of the X3. With spy shots already appearing online, it is expected it will have a battery capacity of 74 kWh and a range of 400-plus kilometres. Premium rivals include the Audi e-tron,...
