First Drive – Opel Ampera
What is it? Opel’s eagerly awaited zero-emission Ampera is due in Ireland next month and promises to be the world’s first usable electric car. It has both an electric motor and a petrol engine. You simply plug it in at night to a standard powerpoint in your house, leave it charge overnight or 6 hours. The next day you can drive it to work/drop off the kids, within a range of about 40 -80kms, using the electric motor and this is...
Parking Perils – The Public Car Park: “Mind That Trolley”
So you would think that parking in a designated car park would be much simpler than street parking? We look at the perils of the public car park. Beware ladies, there are dangers lying behind every trolley bay and concrete pillar. Just getting into the car park can be a challenge. The first obstacle to contend with is the ticket machine. You pull up and put your arm out to take the ticket but you can’t reach it! You raise your body up...
Laura Keane’s First Car……….
Like your first kiss, you never forget your first car. My first car was affectionately known as ‘Betsie’ a 96 Skoda Felicia. It was bought new by my partner’s parents as a run-around, which was then passed to him (in return for a new kitchen oven) before subsequently being offered to me, free of charge. I needed a car, how could I refuse? Some cute teddies, nodding dogs and strawberry scented fresheners later – Betsie was officially...
Simple Tyre Guide
After brakes, your tyres are the most important thing on your car but they don’t have to be complicated writes Suzanne Keane Not only is it important to have enough thread on your tyres but you should also check your tyre pressure regularly (too much air can be as bad as too little) and remember, correctly inflated tyres will use less fuel so that’s more money to spend on you! Buying new tyres can be a daunting experience, but the...
3 month old 2012 Fords From Cavanaghs of Charleville
Exclusive to Cavanaghs of Charleville – and earlier than ever before – save thousands on a new Ford Focus Zetec when you purchase a 3 month old 2012 Focus 1.6 turbo diesel from Cavanaghs! Choose from a limited supply of low mileage, low road tax, high spec diesel engines in a choice of colours. Here’s what’s available: 2012 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6TDCi Only 3 months old Only 3 months old Low Mileage Low Road Tax (€160)...
