Volvo V40 D2 SE
We find out if the world’s safest car is as good to drive as it is at keeping us safely cocooned? What is it? The V40 is the world’s safest car and is packed with a host of safety features, including the world’s first airbag system to protect pedestrians. Who is it aimed at? Volvo has its sights firmly on Audi A3 and the BMW 1 series drivers but is also hopes to nab mainstream hatchback drivers from the Focus, Astra or Golf ....
Welcome to the World of Rallying
Last weekend we went to Wales Rally GB, the tenth round of the World Rally Championship (WRC), and this week she gives us the inside track on being a spectator at this iconic rally. Rallying is a fantastic spectator sport. The average spectator may spend most of their time standing around in sometimes very harsh conditions waiting for the cars but it is all worth it for those exhilarating few seconds when each rally car finally roars...
The Secret Life of Hire Cars
It comes as no surprise that a variety of weird and wonderful items are left by customers in hire cars. Unsurprisingly, sunglasses, CDs and loose change are the most common items left in Europcar vehicles. However, some customers carry more intriguing cargo when they travel, as Europcar’s lost property department has recently reported. Unusual Items Left in Europcar’s Rental Cars in 2012 A live mouse in a cage Two 6×10 ft oil...
Louise Kennedy drives the Mercedes-Benz E-Coupe – Design, Craftsmanship and Longevity
Louise Kennedy is one of Ireland’s most successful fashion designers. She holds an international reputation for creating clothes that are appreciated for their sophistication and quality of design. She is synonymous with elegance and luxury in the fashion and design industry. What was your very first car? My first car was a Peugeot; my uncle was the principle Peugeot/Citroen dealer in Tipperary. What do you like about the...
Smart is Reaching for the Stars
Concept cars are all about pushing boundaries and showcasing new and radical designs. In keeping with this Smart are to set to unveil their ForStars at the Paris Motor Show next week. Part Electric SUV, part Mobile cinema, the Smart ForStars will feature a unique drive-in-cinema experience. Sporting an integrated projector the smart ForStars can transform any plain wall into an animated open-air cinema. The projector connects to a...
