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 now gone back, the weather having taken a noticeable change and the nights 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 another Storm Emma scenario, now is the time to plan for the worst...
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 → 12 Aug 2020
Posted by Anna Cullen 
Staycationing just got cooler! From a ringfort in Wexford to a lighthouse in Mayo, AA Roadwatch's Anna Cullen takes you through some of the most unique places to stay in Ireland and hopes that one might, just might, tickle your fancy. Remember that breakdowns can happen on any journey, long or short....
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 → 07 Aug 2020
Posted by Lauren Beehan 
Localised restrictions have been lifted in county Kildare as of today (31st). However, continued caution is advised on all journeys in Ireland. While out, keep at least 2m from those you don’t live with, wear face coverings on public transport and in indoor places such as shops, and follow all public...
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 → 30 Jul 2020
Posted by Anna Cullen 
The bank holiday weekend is finally upon us, and who knows what the weather has in store! What we do know though, is that schedules for Irish Rail, Luas, Bus Éireann, Dublin Bus and Go Ahead are all slightly different this weekend. Whether you need to grab your floppy sun hat or your umbrella as you head...
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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