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  • Ticking Tyre Bomb - Riding on Danger

    Ticking Bombs New research has revealed that thousands of Irish motorists are driving on potentially lethal tyres showing a ‘woeful level of disregard’ for their own safety and that of others. These dangerous tyres are being described as ‘ticking bombs’ by experts as they could crumple and fail at any moment with catastrophic consequences. The frightening report is based on...

  • Commercial Vehicle Motor Tax

    Commercial Vehicle Motor Tax 2016 Although there was no change in Motor Tax on cars and motorbikes in the recent budget 2017, we did see from the beginning of the year some big reductions in the tax for commercial vehicles which came into effect on January 1st, 2016 replacing the original 20 tax rates with just five. Commercial Tax Rates...

  • National Slow Down Day - Friday October 21, 2016

    Friday, October 21, has been designated National Slow Down Day by An Garda Síochána. According to their website, “The objective is to reduce the number of speed related collisions, save lives and reduce injuries on our roads.” The Gardaí said that, “The aim of the Slow Down initiative is to remind all drivers of the dangers of speeding, to comply...

  • Self-Parking Cars

    Parallel Parking Frustrations We’ve all done it. Tried to negotiate a tight parking spot, only to give up in frustration and pull back out in a huff. Safe to say, parallel parking can be a real ordeal for many drivers, especially in busy towns and cities and is often the most dreaded part of the driver’s test. In fact, many...

  • 10 Most Imported vehicles during September

    With the value of Sterling Plummeting after Brexit, motorists in Republic of Ireland are increasingly interested for shopping for second hand cars in UK. Earlier, due to the relative strength of Pound & Euro, only those looking to buy high end cars would end up making a big enough saving that would make the trip and all the labor...

  • Why Modifications are not cool

    Generally, most of the performance and aesthetic modifications are very expensive & they are even known to increase the cost of your Car's insurance premium. Every now and then we consider, specially if we are young, kitting our vehicle with some latest alloys, bigger wheels, sports exhaust or tune up the old engine. Although, when you personalize your car &...

  • MARKET OVERVIEW FOR SEPTEMBER 2016

    Car Sales Septemeber 2016 Research conducted by MyVehicle.ie revealed the top 10 most popular used cars sold by independent and franchise dealers across Ireland for September2016 as well as the vehicles that are shifting the quickest. MyVehicle.ie data shows what was in demand in the month of Septemberthat is being sold by independent and franchise dealers. This is a good...


  • Here's what's happening during the Irish Road Safety Week

    This year, the Irish Road Safety Week will run from 3rd Oct to 9th Oct. It will focus onloads of various road safety activities throughout the country. The RSA is urging people to get involved in this national drive to save lives, as statistics show that road fatalities are on the rise. The week long events will be ideal to...

  • 5 Steps to prepare your car for winter season.

    Winter is Coming and during the dead ofwinter, it is extremely risky to head out in a poorly maintained vehicle. Its freezing weather, your arms barely function and your visionis impeded due to the fog. Extreme weather conditions, hot or cold can cause parts to wear out more quickly than they may otherwise. In case of snow, it is noted...