Euro NCAP’s 2020: Challenges and Progress
A look back at how Euro NCAP covered a year that began with the outbreak of a pandemic, followed by lockdowns and social distancing rules. 2020 was characterized by lockdowns and pandemic-related restrictions, causing test laboratories to temporarily halt operations and vehicle manufacturers to postpone new models. Despite all the disruptions, Euro NCAP released 23 safety ratings, of which 11 were new cars. These were tested against...
Things you need in your car in case of snow
There is snow on the way so make sure you’re prepared writes Geraldine Herbert When the weather turns bad arming yourself with a survival pack will make a big difference if you do get stuck. Always carry the following and in severe weather ensure you have a warm winter coat, scarf, hat, gloves and warm clothes. Torch Spare batteries and bulbs Screen scraper/de-icer Jump leads Warning triangle First-aid kit Mobile phone...
Financing your new car
Here’s what you need to know when it comes to paying for a new car writes Geraldine Herbert The Covid pandemic has created much uncertainty around purchases that have a significant impact on your finances like car buying. If you are considering changing your car you may be wondering is now the right time. To tempt you back into showrooms there are a host of post-covid car deals and offers available at dealerships nationwide, so it is...
How To Choose Your Next Car
In the market for a new vehicle? This should be an exciting period as there is nothing like getting behind the wheel of a new car, but many motorists find it to be a stressful, lengthy and arduous process. One of the main reasons why this is the case is that many people do not know what they are looking for and, due to the sheer size of the market, this can make it intimidating. In order to choose the right car for you, there...
Nine things to know about Snowmageddon
As snow continues to fall getting out and about by car has become a lot trickier than usual writes Geraldine Herbert 1) Met Éireann has issued five weather warnings, two of which are Red Status – the highest alert meaning extremely dangerous conditions. 2) Driving in Snow will challenge even the most experienced driver so only take to the roads if completely necessary. 3) Remember even if the roads are gritted they are still...
