Save Money on Car Insurance
Motor insurance is set to rise following a recent ruling by the High Court that the Motor Insurance Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) has to cover nearly 1,800 outstanding claims with an estimated liability of up to €90 million due to the liquidation of insurance company Setanta We have some ways to reduce the cost of insurance writes Geraldine Herbert 1) When it comes to getting the best deal don’t focus solely on price, the cheapest...
The Charms of the VW Camper Van will ensure it motors forever
Manufacture of this iconic vehicle has stopped but an army of fans will keep it soldiering on says Geraldine Herbert For those wanting to wallow in delicious nostalgia the VW camper van has to be one of the most characterful motors on the go. Long associated with hippies and surfers alike today these vans are making a comeback for family excursions based on economy and imagination. But rumours of its imminent demise were finally...
Ten Tips to Avoid Buying a Lemon
Buying a used car shouldn’t be a leap of faith. Here are our top ten tips to keep in mind when shopping for a used car, says Geraldine Herbert. 1) Determine what your price range is and draw up a budget; don’t be tempted to exceed it. 2) Consider how you would use the car, long commutes, journeys around town, city centre driving. 3) Buy from a reputable car dealer, You will be assured of the best possible service and this will...
Driving in Italy
Driving in Italy is not for the faint-hearted and finding a car parking spot can be even worse but if you decide to take the plunge we have some tips 1) Italian drivers are fast and aggressive. Lane hopping and late braking are common features of driving in Italy so you need to be decisive on the road. 2) Pedestrian Zones are also very common so do not drive in an area with a sign that says Zona Traffico Limitato (ZTL) or Area...
Car Finance Options
How to get the best deal when it comes to buying a new car, we look at your car finance options writes Geraldine Herbert The number of brand new cars driven off forecourts in the first quarter of this year was up 28% on the previous year’s figures. The second half of the year may well prove to be even more buoyant. Last year the second half of 2013 outperformed the same period the previous year by a substantial 65% thanks to the...
