Ruth Scott drives the Renault Zoe
The Renault Zoe is super green, drives like a real car and has great performance our Guest Reviewer, RTÉ 2FM’s Ruth Scott has been checking it out This is the first ever all-electric car that I’ve driven and the 4th all-electric Renault on the market. There is no petrol tank so no measurement of miles per gallon. Everything is measured in Kilowatts. Range-anxiety was a new phrase to me. It refers to the electric car owners’ worry...
South Kerry Ploughing Championships
With the National Ploughing Championships (click here for our competition) taking place in just over a week we visited the South Kerry Ploughing Championships to get a feel for what to expect at the Nationals writes Suzanne Keane There hadn’t been a ploughing competition held in South Kerry since the 1950s so when Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage decided to host a ploughing match just outside Killarney a huge turnout was...
Audi A3 Cabriolet 2.0TDI 150HP S-Tronic SE
With better styling and more space inside we find out just how much the second-generation A3 Cabriolet has improved writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The previous A3 Cabriolet was based on the A3 Hatchback but underpinning this model is the A3 Saloon. Who is it aimed at? This two door drop top is one of the most stylish compact convertibles around, with a classic-looking soft-top roof it is the one to choose for timeless elegance....
Drive Safely in Rain
Some tips to keep you safe when on the road in the rain Before you set off, set your heater controls – rain makes the windows mist up in seconds. You don’t want to be fiddling with controls when you should be concentrating on the road. Slow down. In the rain your stopping distance should be at least doubled. Giving yourself more space helps you to avoid spray, especially when following a large vehicle. Keep your eyes on the road ahead...
Michelle Flaherty’s First Car……
What was your first car and why did you buy it? My first car was a grey 2 year old Ford fiesta. I bought it to learn to drive and get to and from work but it ended up being the best form of freedom and adventure. What did you pay for it? I paid €9000 euro for it. How did it change your life? It was great not having to rely on others. What was the longest trip you ever took in the car? My longest trip was Mayo to Dublin. What was your...
