Work out your Actual Fuel Consumption
Have you ever actually worked out how much a journey would cost? Or how many €’s you spend a week on unnecessary trips? Suzanne Keane offers some tips for working out your actual fuel consumption Most manufacturers will give a rough guide of the consumption of a car but the only way to truly work out what you’re using in your car is to measure your own consumption! It’s always best to buy fuel in number of litres,...
Tyres and Tribulations – Punctures and how to avoid them
With the darker nights it’s important to know how to prevent punctures and what your options are so we have some advice writes Geraldine Herbert There is never a good time for a puncture and there is nothing more annoying than driving along to the sound of a flat tyre. As a rule of thumb most motorists will experience a puncture about once every five years but that is little consolation when you are at the side of the road on a...
Torque Versus BHP
What is the difference between BHP (Brake Horse Power) and Torque writes Suzanne Keane Brake Horse Power has been around since engines were first invented. It was a measure that compared the power of a horse – a James Watt experiment in the early 1700s calculated that a horse could raise 330lbs by 100 ft in one minute – to an engine. This method of measuring horse power was used in the UK and USA. The Germans invented...
Oil Warning Light
One warning light on your dashboard which generally requires immediate attention is the oil light writes Suzanne Keane If the light is red when it comes on you need to pull in and turn off the engine immediately! Of course, if it’s not safe to pull in get to a safe place as soon as possible. Driving your car without oil will cause major damage and probably result in needing a replacement engine! So what can cause the oil warning light...
Holiday Car Hire – 10 Money Saving Tips
Planning to hire a car for your holiday abroad? We have ten money saving tips Try and book car hire before you leave but remember prices quoted online often include only the basics Read the small print – Know what is covered by your insurance and what is left out. It’s also vital to know the excess amount that could be charged to your credit card in case of an accident or damage. Opting for a small car because it is...
