Ten things to know about the new Volkswagen ID.3
Months before its official world premiere VW has revealed its all-new low cost Golf-sized electric car writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Volkswagen’s Golf-sized electric car and the first member of a new family of EVs from Volkswagen, the ID 3 has been revealed. 2) It is the German car company’s first ground-up electric car. 3) More members of the family will be revealed over time and all will bear the name ID. 4) The range will...
How to get started in Racing
Fancy trying your hand at motorbike racing? Before you start, there are a number of things you need to do writes Nicole Lynch All my life I have been around motorbikes. My Dad used to race, but that was years before I came along. He has always had motorbikes though and some of my first memories are of being on the back of his bikes and riding around the country. I also got my first bike when I was just five years old. My brothers...
Beware of hidden charges before you sign on the dotted line
‘Delivery and related’ charges can come as a nasty shock to car buyers writes Suzanne Keane Buying a new car can be a minefield. Choosing the right manufacturer, model, engine and specification is one thing but negotiating the right price while keeping within your budget can be a real headache. To avoid further uncertainty before you sign on the dotted line be sure to check out any additional charges which could be added...
The first Women-Only W Series Races
We all know what Formula 1 Series is but what is W Series? writes Geraldine Herbert What is W Series? W Series is the first women-only racing series How does it work? Eighteen female drivers will compete in identical cars in season one (2019).). When is it starting and where? The inaugural W Series season starts at Hockenheim, Germany, on May 4 and the season will encompass a number of races run on some of the best and...
Automatic or Manual – which to choose?
30% of all new cars on Irish roads are now automatics so are automatics better than manual and what do you need to consider when choosing between them? We get some expert advice from Ladybird Driving School One of the most intense debates in the car industry is the use of automatic and manual transmissions. Simply go into any room with car enthusiasts, throw the question out there, then watch and listen to the variety of arguments...
Compact Hatchback Guide
It’s fair to say that anyone looking for a compact hatchback is somewhat spoilt for choice these days writes Geraldine Herbert Alfa Romeo Giulietta Oozing with Italian flair the Giulietta is one of the distinctive hatchbacks around. Inside it just as stylish but it is not as practical as many rivals you will struggle to find storage places within the cabin. On the road, the Giulietta is fun to drive. For 2019 three new trim levels...
