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Ballinasloe businessman Thomas Campbell tragically lost his life last Thursday morning as the car he was traveling in collided with a bus on the Old Galway Road at Ballydangan, Roscommon, at around 10am.

Following the launch of two all-new models, the Mazda CX-5 and MX-5 RF, Mazda Ireland is launching its 181 retail campaign during their ‘Drive Together’ sales event from November 2 to 12.

One in 10 motorists do not have breakdown cover for their vehicle – which potentially equates to 203,826 vehicles on Irish road - according to research carried out by motoring services specialist Easytrip.

Citroen says that their multi award-winning C3 is set to continue its class-leading style and technology offering, with the reveal of new trim level extras for 2018, in response to customer demand. The C3, which has picked up a staggering 29 awards to-date, is recognised by its highly customisable character and the very latest automotive technologies - including a world premiere for ConnectedCAM Citroen, an on-board HD camera that allows drivers to share their road-trip photos and videos directly with friends and family.

Last week, Continental, the leading tyre and automotive technology group, brought its ‘Vision Zero Live’ event to Mondello Park Race Circuit in Co. Kildare. Over three days, consumers, staff from tyre retailers and managers of large company fleets had the opportunity to participate in a range of ‘hands on the wheel’ demonstrations of the company’s latest tyre and automotive technologies.

In order to work in some areas of industry employees must have specific qualifications. Western Management Centre offers a range of key health and safety courses that are mandatory for anyone wanting to work in a factory, nursing home, building site, warehouse, or as a special needs assistant (SNA).

Last week, Continental, the leading tyre and automotive technology group, brought its ‘Vision Zero Live’ event to Mondello Park Race Circuit in Co. Kildare. Over three days, consumers, staff from tyre retailers and managers of large company fleets had the opportunity to participate in a range of ‘hands on the wheel’ demonstrations of the company’s latest tyre and automotive technologies.

Research has found that many business travellers across Ireland who drive their own cars for work, the so-called ‘grey fleet’, do not always carry out basic safety checks on their vehicles. This, and a range of other findings from the survey, should be of key concern to employers as there are legal responsibilities on employers whose employees use their own cars for work-related travel.

Volkswagen has released details of its 181 campaign, which includes technology upgrades across the range, low-rate finance, and purchase contributions of up to €2,000 on cars financed through Volkswagen Bank only.

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio has lapped the iconic Nürburgring circuit in a record seven minutes and 51.7 seconds, which is the fastest time ever posted by a production SUV. It is a full eight seconds faster than the previous production SUV record.