What Does Driverless Cars Mean For Motoring?
Cars are getting smarter. So smart that some do not even need a driver to control them. But what do driverless cars mean for motoring? Modern cars are smart. Some cars can park themselves at the touch of a button. Features like lane departure warning systems, automatic lights and emergency stop systems work together to make our cars safer on the road, but they also take some of the thinking out of driving. Headlamps will turn on...
Our Guide to the New Cars of 2013 – Dacia to Jaguar
DACIA – Brand new to Ireland the Dacia Duster will be available to buy in January 2013 in both 4×2 and 4×4 guises with one diesel engine size, a punchy 1.5 dCi 110Bhp. With a starting price of €14,990 two trims are on offer the Alternative 4×2 and Signature 4×2, 4×4. The Duster also comes with a five year unlimited mileage warranty. A 5-door Sandero will also join the range and promises a supermini...
Ford Kuga 2.0 Titanium
What is it? Ford’s urban warrior, the Kuga is one of the most stylish crossovers around. Pronounced K-U-G-A, not Cougar, crossovers may share some of the macho styling of the old fuel guzzling 4x4s but underneath they are much more car like than their beefy exterior hints at. Think of the Ford Kuga as a jacked-up Focus! Who is it aimed at? This is a family car and while it is not huge by any means it certainly provides enough space...
First Drive – Ford B-Max
With its very clever doors and spacious interior, the Ford B-Max shows that getting from A to B in a compact MPV can still be a stylish and fun experience. What is it? Ford’s new baby people carrier, the B-Max aims to bring something completely different to the small car market with its sliding doors and futuristic technology. First impressions of the new Ford B-Max. The B-MAX is a very clever car and thanks to the sliding...
Driven to Distraction?
A range of innovations from Ford promises drivers greater safety and an easier life. In a recent study one in three Irish drivers admit they have read texts while driving. Now Ford aims to put an end this with their in-car connectivity system which can read aloud incoming messages through a text-to-speech feature and enables drivers to send a text reply by voice from a predetermined list of responses. Intelligent...
