Review: Axkid One
Suzanne Keane tries out the latest Axkid One What is it? For anyone who has researched car seat options, Axkid needs no introduction. Founded in Sweden 10 years ago their focus is on child safety and promotion of extended rear-facing seats for families. The Axkid Minikid (read review here) is one of the most popular extended rear-facing seats on the market and Axkid moved towards the ISOFIX market last year with the release of the...
Tips for buying a used car
Buying a used car? How can we make sure we’re getting a good deal and not a rust bucket? Suzanne Keane has some tips When buying a car it’s important to research what you need, what you can afford and also what the common problems with your chosen model are! The tips below will give you an idea of what to look out for when buying second hand – 1. Mileage Check this against the most recent NCT cert. Look at the...
What is my car actually worth?
The value of your car can vary depending on a number of factors. So how do you know how much your car is worth, Suzanne Keane explains? More than likely you have a figure in your head – maybe it’s what you paid for the car, maybe more but have you ever actually thought about what the value of your car is? The first step in getting an accurate idea of what your car is worth is to look online. There are plenty of Irish websites that...
Buying your first car
What you should think about when buying your first car; Suzanne Keane has some advice If you’ve never driven before choosing your first car can be a nightmare. Of course, it’s important to take driving lessons from a professional but if you want plenty of practice before your test it’s always useful to have your own set of wheels. 1 – Don’t Supersize it Unless you’re planning on travelling long...
Car dashboard warning lights
Those pesky little lights that appear on the dashboard….. sometimes with a warning beep…. What exactly do they mean? Suzanne Keane guides you through the minefield that is a modern vehicle We’ve all seen them, usually just for fuel, water and possibly a service light – But what about if something different appears on your dashboard? Obviously the first thing to do is pull over and check your handbook –...
