Transport vision in Climate Action Plan will transform how we travel over the coming 7 years
Key Objectives For 2030: Cut transport emissions by 50% Change the way we use our road space Reduce the total distance driven across all car journeys by 20% Continue to enhance accessible public transport services Increase walking and cycling network Reduce the number of ‘school run’ journeys undertaken by private car by 30% Walking, cycling […]
Škoda Celebrates the Winter Solstice with new Marketing Campaign
Škoda’s award winning Made for Ireland marketing campaign helped the Czech brand break into the top four best-selling car brands in Ireland for the first time. Focusing on their product’s practical and clever features, such as the umbrella located in the passenger door, has featured in their communications and helped cement their “Made for Ireland” […]
CUPRA further strengthens its commitment to electric motorsport as it joins ABT to compete in Formula E
ABT CUPRA will compete in ABB FIA Formula E, the competition that brings electric racing to the heart of the world’s most iconic cities, from 2023 Building on success in FIA ETCR and Extreme E, it’s a natural next step for CUPRA as it continues to prove that electrification and performance are a perfect match […]
Top tips not to slip: the ABCs of driving in snow and ice from Carzone
This week temperatures have plummeted across the country with ice and snow in many areas. Motorists are encouraged to drive carefully as these weather conditions can be dangerous. Preparation, patience, and practicality are key when it comes to driving in winter road conditions. Carzone, Ireland’s ultimate motoring marketplace, has put together the ABC’s for motorists […]
Petrol prices drop by almost 4% on average, Diesel by 3%
Diesel prices slip below €2 per litre across the country on average according to the latest AA Ireland price survey Petrol prices are back to February pricing in slight respite for motorists In a week where motorists were hit with the prospect of a double increase, both in terms of toll charging and EV charging, […]
Two Countries, Two Races, Two Trophies for Nicole Drought
Tipperary driver Nicole Drought had a busy time of it last weekend. She travelled to Anglesey in Wales to compete in the famous Race of Rembrance- an Endurance race for a variety of cars with multiple drivers . Rejoining the WRC Developments team, Nicole qualified fourth in class but once the seven hour race got […]
Budget implications for the Motor Industry
Budget 2023, announced by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe, and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath contains some measures specific to motoring: VRT No VRT changes for cars or commercial vehicles VAT and Excise Extensions Extending the current excise reduction of 21 cent per litre in respect of petrol, 16 cent per litre […]
For the First Time Ever, Ireland’s Most in Demand New Car is Electric
For the first time in Irish motor history, an electric vehicle (EV) is the most in demand new car across all fuel types. DoneDeal looked at all new car (2022) ad view data on site for the period from January – August 2022 and found that, for the first time, new car buyers on DoneDeal rank an […]
The AA is urging all road users to be vigilant ahead of busy long weekend
Many people will be travelling on routes they’re less accustomed to The AA is urging motorists to take extreme care, stick to speed limits, wear seatbelts, do not use mobile phones behind the wheel and never ever drink and drive The AA welcomes the news that fines for fines relating to key road safety offences […]
Ifac reminds employers about incentives for electric vehicles
With the Government’s ambitious target to have almost a million electric vehicles on the road by 2030, Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm, is reminding farmers and other business owners that generous grants and incentives are available for employers who provide their employees with electric vehicles. The advantages of electric vehicles include […]
