It’s a Wrap
If you’re looking for something different or your car needs a new paint job it may be worth looking at getting the bodywork wrapped writes Suzanne Keane So what is it? A “wrap” is a PVC Vinyl which is directly applied to the bodywork of a car – to some or all panels depending on your requirements. It’s ideal if you want to provide long term protection for your existing paint or feel like a change – or even just for advertising...
5 best cars at Detroit Motor Show 2015
This year’s Detroit motor show, which kicked off this week is the first major motor show for 2015. Here’s our pick of the best of the show writes Geraldine Herbert Ford GT This is the car that stole the show in Detroit. Featuring lashings of carbon fibre and aluminium in its construction it is powered by the most powerful EcoBoost engine to date, a 3.5 litre, twin turbo 6 cylinder producing 600 bhp. Simply stunning; the...
Update your wheels
Don’t fall behind on technology with your older car – the 5 upgrade tips below will give you that new car spec without the hefty price tag writes Suzanne Keane Touchscreen Double Din – It’s probably time to throw out that nasty CD player! With some careful online research you can pick up the perfect stereo system to suit your needs whether that’s with DVD/Blu-ray, MP3, iPod connectivity etc. It’s a good idea to buy from a local...
Caught on Camera; Dash Cams
The dash cam is a hi-tech gadget that has become a must-have item in a car writes Suzanne Keane A dash cam is an onboard camera that you can either attach to your windscreen or dashboard. They record the road ahead and see what you see. Their use has become more common in the past few years with many transport companies using them as video evidence in accidents – especially in cases of insurance fraud. If you’re involved in an...
Last minute Christmas Gifts!
If you’ve been struggling to find the ideal gift for a petrol head (or just want to treat yourself) we’ve got it covered! Forget those boring high street gift vouchers and check out what’s on offer around Ireland! 1. Driving experiences My favorite option at Rally School Ireland is the 325i Rally Experiance which starts at €275 for a half day; for a couple the “Race and Chase” package allows you to...
A Passion for Volkswagens
Suzanne Keane reveals an expensive addiction, it’s not smoking, alcohol or even shoes There’s a thin line between being passionate and being obsessed. A passion embraces life but my love affair for German engineering and 4 wheels, which began as a child, has evolved into an unhealthy obsession, culminating in a garage full of Volkswagens. For as long as I can remember I have been consumed by Volkswagens. Maybe it is in the...