Can Changing Your Driving Style Really Cut Fuel Bills?
Can a small data logger from Ford help you reduce trips to the petrol pump? We asked three wheelsforwomen readers to put it to the test. As the price of fuel continues to rise, motorists looking to save money are becoming more conscious about ways to boost their vehicles’ fuel efficiency. But what can motorists do to keep their fuel bills down? The most obvious response in recent years has been to avoid large, fuel-guzzling cars...
NCT Regulations for Vintage Cars
Vintage Cars currently don’t need to hold a valid NCT cert but for how long more? The RSA seem to think it’s time to change the law writes Suzanne Keane. Under current legislation in Ireland private cars that were first registered before 1980 do not need to hold a valid NCT cert (or equivalent). However the RSA will be reviewing this exemption over the coming months to bring it in line with EU legislation. The options below that...
What to watch out for when buying a car
Buying a car can be a daunting experience – no matter how prepared you are! Before you hand over the cash make sure you’re done your research advises Suzanne Keane Our Checklist The ad – Before you make a call do an online search for the phone number and email address on the ad. There’s a good chance you’ll come across other items for sale from the same person. When you do make the initial call listen out...
Car Thieves using High Tech Methods
Is it time for old-fashioned locks to make a return as modern car security systems have become an easy target for car thieves asks Hannah Gordon You’ve spent years saving up, months deciding and finally you decide to go for the latest Range Rover as your pride and joy to encourage envious eyes with every neighbour down your street. But this huge investment could literally disappear right in front of your eyes, why, because prestige...
The Winners of the APMP Car & Van of the Year Awards 2015
We deliberated, cogitated and digested and the APMP jury delivered their votes writes Geraldine Herbert The contenders for the inaugural AMPA Car of the Year (COTY) award were certainly an eclectic mix from hybrids and electrics to hot hatches and everything in between. The Nissan Qashqai proved the overall and worthy winner of the coveted title of AMPA Car of the Year but here is a breakdown of the category winners and how my votes...
Flood Damage
With heavy rain wreaking havoc across parts of the country, Suzanne Keane explains how to check your car for flood damage It’s never advisable to drive through floods but what do you do if your parked car is submerged in flood water? Once the water subsides more than likely you won’t be able to just jump in and drive it away! Firstly it’s important to figure out how deeply the car was submerged – you can usually see where the...
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