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Top tips for passing your driving test in Ireland

We've got the tips to help you pass your driving test in Ireland first time.

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First impressions: Volvo XC60 R-Design

First impressions: Volvo XC60 R-Design

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Tesla Autopilot: the future of motoring comes early

Tesla Autopilot: The future of motoring comes a little early

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2013 road trip part four: how did the cars do?

2013 road trip part four: how did the cars do?

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Ireland's drink driving rules explained

As the festive season approaches, it's handy to remind ourselves about the rules on drink driving in Ireland.

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Bad weather is good for driving

Don’t hate on crappy Irish weather; instead, use it to improve your driving skills and the safety of our roads.

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2013 road trip part two: winter driving

2013 road trip part two: winter driving

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BMW puts the M into Mondello Park

We try out the BMW Driving Experience Powered by M at Mondello Park.

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My working week: Dave Humphreys

My working week: Dave Humphreys

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My working week: Dave Humphreys

My working week: Dave Humphreys

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Getting on the road: Your essential driver training

Bear in mind that the 12 lessons are just the start...

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Side of the road... defending lane hoggers

Side of the road... defending lane hoggers

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Getting on the road: Now you've passed your test

Successfully passing your test is only the start of your driving career.

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Passing the driving theory test; part 2

Passing your driving theory test; part two.

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As deaths increase, is it time for tougher penalties for drivers?

Road deaths continue to climb despite reduced traffic.

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Sensational new BMW 6 Series Convertible

Sensational new BMW 6 Series Convertible

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New laws ban texting while driving, but little else besides

New laws ban texting while driving, but little else besides

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First Impressions: Audi A6 2.0 TDI 190hp Ultra

First Impressions: Audi A6 2.0 TDI 190hp Ultra

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Still not entirely convinced by Lexus CT 200h

Still not entirely convinced by Lexus CT 200h

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Old roads seemed so much faster...

Old roads seemed so much faster...

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Hyundai Montana: Big and bloody useful

Hyundai Montana: Big and bloody useful

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How to de-ice your car in the morning

With heavy frosts covering the country, here are some dos and don’ts of getting the ice off your car.

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Deep Dive: Audi's plug-in hybrid Q5

How exactly does Audi's new plug-in SUV work for you?

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Why not speeding is so difficult

Why not speeding is so difficult

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CompleteCar.ie in China - day 2 - the Great Wall

CompleteCar.ie in China - day 2 - the Great Wall

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Eye contact: the future of driverless tech

How the future of autonomous driving tech is all about eye contact.

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Using motorway lanes in Ireland: a guide

Everything you need to know about the correct use of motorway lanes in Ireland.

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Can you ever drive in a bus lane in Ireland?

Everything Irish drivers need to know about bus lanes.

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2013 road trip part one: best laid plans

2013 road trip part one: best laid plans

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How to drive on snow - BMW M135i style

How to drive on snow - BMW M135i style

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Why our future is only going to be partially electric

Why our future is only going to be partially electric

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Ex school teacher gets schooled

Ex school teacher gets schooled

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Keeping cyclists and pedestrians safe

What the Rules of the Road says about protecting vulnerable road users.

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Car lights: what you need and how to use them

A guide to what the Rules of the Road says about car lights.

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How to teach your own kids to drive

With his own children getting older, Neil Briscoe is now staring down the barrel of this particular gun...

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2013 road trip part three: Ireland's roads

2013 road trip part three: Ireland's roads

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The perfect car for hot weather?

Some thoughts on driving electric cars on hot days.

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Shoe-string motoring: road trip in the Renaultsport Clio

Shoe-string motoring: road trip in the Renaultsport Clio

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Five of the best compact MPVs in Ireland

We choose our favourite compact MPVs on the market.

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Mazda’s MX-5 and mental wellbeing

Life just feels better when you drive a convertible - and there’s scientific evidence to prove it.

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How to book the driving theory test

How to book the driving theory test

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Are driverless cars really that close to reality?

Are driverless cars really that close to reality?

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Getting on the road: Taking - and passing - your driver theory test

The driver theory test is just like any other exam - you must prepare.

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What gets my goat: Bluetooth availability

What gets my goat: Bluetooth availability

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Continental simulator tech reduces carbon footprint

Driving simulator reduces tyre development time by up to one year for Continental.

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What's the best car you've ever driven?

What's the best car you've ever driven?

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How does Ireland's new BIK system work?

The benefit-in-kind setup for taxing company car use has just changed in Ireland, dramatically so.

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Motorway boredom solved!

How do you alleviate the tedium of a long motorway jaunt? Set yourself a challenge.

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Discussion point: is this it for cars?

Discussion point: is this it for cars?

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Car psychology 101: what your car says about you.

Car psychology 101: what your car says about you.

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Random thoughts while driving across Ireland

Can you tell that Neil has been doing a lot of mileage recently?

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Using technology to change driver behaviour

Using technology to change driver behaviour

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Will big touchscreens get the chop?

Are physical controls going to make a comeback?

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Winter, snow and ice driving tips

A few things that are worth considering if the roads are icy and there's a chance of snow.

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Five of the best seven-seat MPVs in Ireland

We choose the five best seven-seat MPVs on sale in Ireland.

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What exactly is a hybrid?

Hybrid power is a logical stepping stone to full electrification, but which hybrid suits you?

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Shoe-string motoring fleet update

Shoe-string motoring fleet update

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Side of the road... waiting for a tow truck.

Side of the road... waiting for a tow truck.

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Fuel economy: why you are unlikely to match manufacturer figures

Fuel economy: why you are unlikely to match manufacturer figures

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Unleashing your inner Truckasaurus

Unleashing your inner Truckasaurus

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Rosemary Smith RIP

Legendary Irish rally and racing driver, Rosemary Smith, dies aged 86.

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No bridge too far for Land Rover

No bridge too far for Land Rover

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Shoe-string motoring: more time in the Fiat Seicento

Shoe-string motoring: more time in the Fiat Seicento

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Shoe-string motoring: getting the Fiat through its NCT

Shoe-string motoring: getting the Fiat through its NCT

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Should we start driving in Ireland at 16?

European proposals could put 16-year-olds behind the wheel.

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Tyres: the most important part of your car

Tyres: the most important part of your car

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Road trip: Fiat 500 through the hills of Tuscany

A few days in the land of wine and supercars proved that most of the stereotypes are correct: Italy is fantastic.

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Perfect presents for petrolheads

Perfect presents for petrolheads

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The route to electrification - the Toyota way

There are many layers to electrified driving - here’s how Toyota does it.

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Carjacking: steps to take to protect yourself

Carjacking: steps to take to protect yourself

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Augmented Reality in the Car Industry

Augmented Reality in the Car Industry

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How to bag a Benz for under €3,000

How to bag a Benz for under €3,000

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Five of the best hatchbacks in Ireland

Our list of Ireland's best hatchbacks covers all shapes and sizes.

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Passenger preview: Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid

Passenger preview: Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid

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Men more likely to be swayed by flash cars...

Men more likely to be swayed by flash cars...

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Driving the Transfagarasan Highway

We drive the Transfagarasan Highway, in a Dacia Duster. No, seriously.

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Robot cars could be affordable in just two years’ time

Influential US institute says self-driving cars are about to demolish our model of car ownership.

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‘Petrolgate’ looms as emissions scrutiny turns away from diesel

With diesel now in (slow) decline, legislators, manufacturers and eco-warriors are staking out a new battleground of petrol engine emissions.

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Five best mid-sized SUVs and crossovers in Ireland

Here's our pick of the best crossovers and mid-sized SUVs currently on sale.

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Five best executive saloons in Ireland

Whether you're in business or looking for something premium, these are the best executive saloons on the Irish market.

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UK looks to driverless future, we’re stuck in neutral

UK looks to driverless future, we’re still stuck in neutral

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DS brings 10 years of expertise in Formula E to its roadgoing EVs

New ultra-long-range DS No.8 benefits from electric racing tech from Formula E.

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My working week: Shane O' Donoghue

My working week: Shane O' Donoghue

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First impressions: Skoda Fabia in Ireland

First impressions: Skoda Fabia in Ireland

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