‘Thrown to the wolves’ – Car insurance is out of control
Damning report on Car Insurance concludes drivers have been ‘thrown to wolves’, writes Geraldine Herbert The lack of transparency from the insurance industry, cartel-like behaviour and anti-competitive practices within the sector are all contributing factors to the rising cost of motor insurance, according to a report published this week. The Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform found average premiums...
Eight things learned at the Paris Motor Show
The Paris Motor Show has always been a key barometer of the European car market but has the once unmissable show lost some of its sparkle asks Geraldine Herbert 1) The Paris motor show opened its doors to the press last week with some of big name brands including Ford, Volvo and Mazda notably absent. Luxury brands Bentley, Rolls Royce, Lamborghini and Aston Martin also skipped the show. As manufacturers spend millions at these...
Support European Day Without A Road Death
As the death toll on Irish roads continues to rise drivers and all road users are being asked to support European Day Without A Road Death, known as Project EDWARD writes Geraldine Herbert The initiative has been organised by the Traffic Police network in Europe (TISPOL), and its aim is that no-one dies on the roads of Europe that day To support Project EDWARD, road-users are being asked to make an online pledge to be a...
Honda Supports Irelands Premier Women’s Cycling Event An Post Rás Na mBan
Honda announced as the main vehicle sponsor for An Post Rás Na mBan, Ireland’s premier women’s cycling event. Honda are to provide the Honda JAZZ and the Honda CR-V as support cars for the 5 days in South Leinster. Spectators can expect 400km of racing action with the Honda Time Trial also taking place on Saturday the 10th of September. Valerie Considine, Race Director, An Post Rás na mBan said today: “We’re delighted to...
New 2017 Land Rover Discovery
Land Rover reveal the first teaser images of the new full-sized, seven-seat SUV writes Geraldine Herbert The fifth generation Land Rover Discovery will be revealed on the eve of the Paris motor show on September 28th but until then we will have to make do with the first teaser image. Gerry McGovern, Land Rover’s Chief Design Officer, said: “New Discovery redefines the large SUV. Land Rover’s design and engineering teams have...
Are you a drill sergeant, a worshipper, a skipper or a teammate?
A recent survey from Goodyear tyres has identified four types of parent when it comes to teaching their children how to drive As any parent can tell you, helping your teenager with driving practice is nerve-wracking. Not just for them, but for you. Now, a study carried out by tyre manufacturer Goodyear has identified four distinct personalities all parents fit into when teaching the rules of the road. FOUR TEACHING STYLES DRIVERS:...
