If you’re doing the school run, it may be a good idea to become familiar with the child safety locks in your car. Every parent knows that children are prone to becoming restless, particularly when travelling in the back seat. Therefore, it’s best to err on the side of caution and activate the child locks… Continue reading How to activate a child lock in your car – AA Ireland
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AA Ireland’s tips for de-frosting your car
It’s the moment we all dread: you’re already late, rushing out the door, tripping over kids and dogs and then you see it – a smooth crystal sheen across the windscreen. Maybe it’s condensation. You brace yourself and tentatively drag a finger across. No. Frost. Anything but frost. You start to wonder how this morning… Continue reading AA Ireland’s tips for de-frosting your car
4 things to do before you call for First Time Buyer Home Insurance – AA Ireland
In the excitement of buying a new home, buying home insurance might not be the sexiest thing on the to-do list, but our call agents tell us that when people do call in a panic, they really don’t know what they are asking for. We spoke to Sarah Gleeson from our Home Insurance Team and… Continue reading 4 things to do before you call for First Time Buyer Home Insurance – AA Ireland
How to Import a Car From UK to Ireland – AA Blog
Importing a vehicle from the UK to the Republic of Ireland has become more complicated in 2021. The taxes and duties you pay may vary based on whether the vehicle is being imported from Great Britain (England, Scotland or Wales) or from Northern Ireland. It also depends on whether you are buying the vehicle from… Continue reading How to Import a Car From UK to Ireland – AA Blog
How to drive safely in snow or hail
Driving in hail or snow can be one of the most challenging parts of travelling in wintry conditions. If you do need to make a journey in adverse weather conditions, you can make it safer by following these tips from AA Ireland. Be Prepared Safety on the road starts before you even begin your journey.… Continue reading How to drive safely in snow or hail
AA Ireland’s guide to driving in icy conditions
During the winter season, driving conditions can be much more challenging due to the colder weather. Icy road conditions are a common sight in the winter months, and can be a nasty surprise if you’re not prepared. If you must make essential journeys on icy roads, here are a few tips to make your commute… Continue reading AA Ireland’s guide to driving in icy conditions
Road closures in East Cork for IRONMAN 2019
Ireland’s first ever full distance IRONMAN event gets underway in Youghal on Sunday 23rd of June. There will be significant disruption to traffic around East Cork over the weekend. If you’re due to travel in the area, read on for road closures, parking arrangements and more. COURSE ROUTE The race will begin with a 3.8km… Continue reading Road closures in East Cork for IRONMAN 2019
8 Tips To Prepare For Your Driving Test
AA Roadwatch’s Jonathan Byrne gives his top tips on how to pass your driving test; the journey from learner to novice. Let’s face it, doing your driving test can be a daunting experience. It might be up there with doing the Leaving Cert and going to the dentist in terms of the stress, the worry… Continue reading 8 Tips To Prepare For Your Driving Test
How to get to Malahide Castle
Malahide Castle will host a number of concerts this June. We’ve put together details on how to get there and other useful information to help you plan your journey. Malahide Castle. CONCERT DATES Friday 7th June: Snow Patrol. Gates, 5pm Saturday 8th June: The Cure. Gates, 4pm Friday 14th June: Mumford & Sons. Gates, 5pm… Continue reading How to get to Malahide Castle
How to secure your home against burglary
Make sure all external doors and windows are fitted with secure, key-operated locks Keep your home insurance policy up to date Have any defective or faulty locks replaced immediately Keep your keys out of sight and avoid keeping them near the door or near the letterbox where they could be easily reached. Get into the… Continue reading How to secure your home against burglary