PCP or personal loan? The pros and cons explained…
Consider your car finance options carefully in order to get the best value for your money, writes Geraldine Herbert Unless you are a cash buyer, when buying a new car the chances are you are likely to consider opting for a personal contract plan (PCP) or borrowing the money from a bank or credit union. Below are some things to consider before you commit to either. Personal Loan The simplest way you can finance the purchase of a new...
First Drive: Ford Fiesta ST
Aimee Woods finds herself totally smitten by Ford’s latest hot hatch, the Fiesta ST What is it? The incredible 2018 Ford Fiesta ST has landed and as expected, it has stolen hearts with its hellishly good performance. The ST200 was a difficult act to follow but the Ford designers have truly excelled with this magnificent machine. First Impressions of the Ford Fiesta ST? The ST is spectacularly sculpted and commands attention with...
From Marshal to Driver – May 2018
Its been a busy start to the Summer and a steep learning curve writes Ruth Nugent Bishopscourt The 11th of May I set off to the magical land of never ending corners and straights, (also known as Bishopscourt Race Circuit) for the weekend for the next round of the Fiesta Zetec Championship! I won’t deny that I was a little terrified as I’d never been there before and this was only my second ever race weekend. I cycled the track the...
Fighting mileage fraud on used cars
Up to 50% of second hand cars in the EU, can have their odometers tampered with, according to figures from the European Parliament writes Geraldine Herbert The EU is set to crack down on odometer tampering of used vehicles. Parliament adopted a resolution calling for tougher rules on 31 May. What is the current situation? Though odometer manipulation is prohibited in 25 EU countries, sanctions can vary widely. Parliament wants...
Boiling Point – Why is your Car Overheating?
Suzanne Keane gives a few reasons why your car may be overheating! 1. Coolant – Check your coolant level! This is designed to cool your engine so if it’s not topped up it won’t be doing its job properly. Be wary of topping up with water as this will dilute the effectiveness of your coolant and may freeze in cold weather. It’s also important to use the correct type of coolant – mixing them can cause...
Family Car Buying Guide – MPVs
In the market for a new family car, we look at 5 alternatives in the categories of Green, MPVs, Crossovers and Compact SUVs writes Geraldine Herbert Part Three – MPV’s BMW Active Tourer Easily the most practical BMW in the range the 2 series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer come with five or seven seats and the option of four-wheel-drive. It’s a family car that is small enough to be parked just about anywhere while...
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