05 Nov 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Despite significant reductions in traffic volumes in the two weeks since Level 5 restrictions were introduced, crashes and traffic incidents are occurring at a much higher rate than seen during the early weeks of the original COVID-19 lockdown in March. In the first two weeks of Level 5 restrictions,...
Read more → 22 Oct 2020
Posted by AA Roadwatch 
Written by Fiona Frawley With the country now in Level 5 of the government's 'Living with COVID-19' plan, you're likely to be using your car a little less over the next few weeks. However, just because you might be driving less often doesn't mean you should overlook the importance of car maintenance. ...
Read more → 14 Oct 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Driving during the winter season can be more challenging than at any other time the year as weather conditions can change drastically over the course of a single day. The combination of changing weather, reduced daylight and the increased risk of fatigue kicking in during the pre and post-work commute...
Read more → 15 Sep 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Beyond regular servicing, the following simple car checks will help you to enjoy safe motoring. Winter can be a trying time for motorists. Once the dark evenings, cold temperatures and stormy weather are upon us, we are much more likely to suffer a car breakdown. Not only that, the chance...
Read more → 07 Sep 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth
With the clocks soon going back, the weather likely to change and the nights already feeling longer, it’s safe to say that the winter season is well and truly upon us. While we’re all keeping our fingers crossed that we’ll avoid any major weather events, now is the time to plan for the worst and ensure...
Read more → 17 Aug 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
While the country is currently in peak Staycation season, recent research has indicated that the preference to holiday at home could remain long after this year’s holiday season has come to an end. According to recent research carried out by AA Ireland, 49.15% of over 6,000 people survey by the organisation...
Read more → 11 Aug 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
An increase in Irish people holidaying at home has led to a spike in motoring breakdowns on Irish roads, with AA Ireland warning those planning a staycation of the importance of carrying out key safety checks of their car before the leave. Despite significant reductions in the number of overseas visitors,...
Read more → 10 Aug 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
‘Back to School’ season is officially upon us and with it many of us will see our morning travel patterns change slightly. While you may be busy coping with children desperately trying to avoid the fact that they’ll soon be back in the classroom, it’s important that you plan ahead for the return...
Read more → 30 Jul 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
Motorists are being urged to exercise additional caution on the road ahead of an expected increase in cross-country travel during August, as the number of traffic incidents on Irish roads has quadrupled in the post-lockdown period. While traffic volumes have doubled in the post-lockdown period, the number...
Read more → 27 Jul 2020
Posted by Barry Aldworth 
The average cost of running a family car for a year is €10,386 according to the AA’s annual survey of motoring costs. The total is a decrease of €207.26 on the same figure for last year, according to the AA’s calculations. The largest year-on-year change is a drop in the average cost of fuel...
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