Applus+ faces fines over NCT delays

Fri, May 07, 2010

Applus+, the company charged with running the national car test could face financial penalties if current problems with bookings for the national car test persist, the Road Safety Authority has confirmed.

The RSA has issued the warning following complaints from motorists that they were unable to book a test inside the six-week window in which appointments can be booked.

Renault Fluence here to please Irish drivers

Fri, Apr 23, 2010

The new Renault Fluence combines sleek design, roominess, elegance and outstanding drive from €18,890. In addition to the usual €1,500 Government scrappage scheme, Renault also offers special deals to those trading in cars of eight years plus.

Keep your car in tip top shape at Max Tyres, Ballina

Fri, Apr 23, 2010

Caring for your car is not a luxury but a necessity. Most people spend a considerable amount of time travelling to and from work, bringing the children to school, play dates, and visiting family and friends in the car. Therefore it is vitally important to have your car in tip top shape.

No job too big or too small for Pete’s Car Valeting

Fri, Feb 26, 2010

From stained seats to tar removal, Pete’s Car Valeting is your one stop shop for bringing your car back to its former glory.

Try the smart new Citroen C3 at Edward Conway motors

Fri, Feb 26, 2010

Citroen has introduced the new C3 with an entry level price of €14,900. It is a smart, sophisticated, low C02 and unique five-door supermini, and it is designed for the modern family. The new C3 falls into the popular and growing B-segment, where its predecessor sold more than two million world-wide. Citroen claims that the new C3 meets the demand for a practical and economical vehicle that also delivers style, distinction, durability and safety.

Castlebar Credit Union has the car loan for you

Fri, Feb 26, 2010

There are many reasons to choose Castlebar Credit Union if you are looking for a car loan, if you are looking to upgrade or get your very first set of wheels. You can shop around for the car you want, you have the bargaining power. Car loans have free life cover at the great interest rate of 7.5 per cent (7.78 per cent APR). Repayment terms can be up to five years. The interest is not front-loaded and repayments are calculated on the reducing balance of the loan. So the quicker you reduce the principle the cheaper the loan will be. If you are able you can repay the loan earlier with no penalty, and additional lump sum repayments are accepted with no penalty. All loan rates are fixed and the repayment remains the same for the term of the loan, there are also no hidden fees or transaction charges so you know exactly what you have to repay and when. Castlebar Credit Union also offers payment protection insurance as an optional extra.

The new Hyundai IX35 at Monaghan and Sons

Fri, Feb 26, 2010

Hyundai officially unveiled the all New Hyundai IX35 at the international press test drive in Rome recently. Hyundai Cars Ireland are delighted to announce that the first units of the new Tucson replacement, the IX 35, will arrive into Ireland at the end of March. And Monaghan and Sons, Breaffy Road, Castlebar, is your first and only stop to try one for yourself. The IX 35 will be launched in a 2.0 litre diesel deluxe version first, with a 1.7 litre diesel deluxe version arriving later in the year. While final pricing is not yet decided, Hyundai can confirm that the 2.0 litre diesel engine version will launch at the 1.7 litre diesel price. Hyundai can confirm that the pricing is likely to be below €30,000.

Price reductions attract buyers to Mitsubishi

Fri, Feb 05, 2010

Mitsubishi Motors reacted last November to the difficult market conditions in the motor sector by announcing price reductions to the Outlander, Lancer and Colt ranges.

Open weekend at Volvo

Fri, Feb 05, 2010

The full range of Volvo DRIVe models will be on display at a special open weekend and test drive event on Saturday and Sunday ( February 6/7) at Volvo dealers throughout Ireland.

New Insight hybrid car charges Honda this month

Fri, Feb 05, 2010

The introduction of two new hybrid cars – the Insight five-door hatchback later this month and the exciting CR-Z sport coupe next summer - together with the return this month of the 1.4 Civic three-door option, will contribute significantly to what promises to be a developing year for Honda in Ireland.

Both new hybrids will be driven by the i.4 i-VTEC engine, already equipped in the Civic IMA hybrid. The Insight's practical and spacious interior can accommodate five people and it has a flexible and class-leading load space of 408 litres. Recommended retail prices for this tax band A car will start at €22,378 (incl VRT refund).

Fiat announces new finance offers

Fri, Feb 05, 2010

Fiat, in conjunction with Permanent TSB, has announced details of its new finance offer which requires zero deposit on all key Fiat models that are purchased under the Government Scrappage Scheme.

Honda looks to 2010 with confidence

Fri, Jan 29, 2010

Judges Car Sales is confident that its Honda range, which offers a new and exciting line-up of cars going into 2010, will deliver increased sales. Recent awards for Honda, including ones for the most reliable cars, the most reliable brand, and the safest range of cars, will also help sales in 2010. Honda Jazz has recently won the Continental Irish Car of the Year 2010, and Honda Accord was runner-up to Mercedes E-Class in the Irish Continental Luxury Car of the Year 2010. The introduction of two new hybrid cars and the welcome return of Civic type S three-door version all add up to what makes it a very promising year for the Honda brand.

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