What May be Ahead for Motorists in Budget 2025?
A new tax strategy paper published this week on Energy and Vehicle Taxation outlines what may be included in Budget 2025 writes Geraldine Herbert 1. Phasing Out the Diesel Excise Gap The Diesel Excise Gap refers to the lower tax rate on diesel compared to petrol in Ireland. Various bodies, including the Climate Change Advisory Council and the European Commission, have advocated for equalizing these rates due to environmental and...
Celebrating Excellence: The WOW Award
The WOW Award aims to honor the exceptional contributions and careers of women in the motor industry or motorsport. This prestigious award recognizes those who have made an outstanding impact. This year, the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) expanded the nomination process to include the entire automotive industry. A total of 30 nominations were expertly narrowed down to ten finalists by three non-voting jury members....
From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads
An overview of the European motor vehicle fleet in 2021 In 2019, the European Union passenger car fleet grew by 1.8% compared to 2018, with the number of cars on the road reaching 242.7 million. The highest growth was recorded in Romania (+7%), whereas the French car market contracted slightly (-0.3%). More than 28 million vans are in circulation throughout the EU. With 6 million vehicles, France has by far the largest van fleet,...
Best Christmas gifts for cyclists
It’s that time of year and if you’re looking for something a bit different for a cycling-enthusiast in your life, hopefully, we can help you find it writes Ruth O’Connor From cheap and cheerful items stocking fillers to gadgets for the tech-lovers to once in a lifetime adventures – we’ve tried to think outside the box! Under €20 The Boy Who Biked the World – Alastair Humphreys (from €6.80) This wonderful book by Humphreys is...
Alyx Coby signs with UK Driver Management Programme
London-based racing driver management programme signs 16-year-old Alyx Coby to further develop her professional racing career Irish karter Alyx Coby has today been announced as the newest member of the Navigate Partners Driver Management Programme. Alyx (16) from Newbridge, Co. Kildare is currently competing internationally in the Senior X30 class. Earlier this year, Alyx was personally selected by the late motorsport philanthropist...
