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Plans to confiscate “off-the-road” cars in Ireland
The Irish Independent reports that the Department of the Environment has drafted legislation to allow for the confiscation of vehicles which are fraudulently declared off-the-road. The paper reports that a considerable number of vehicle owners are falsely declaring their vehicle to be off the road – and signing declarations to that effect – while continuing [...]
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New Insurance Rules in UK – failure to insure off-the-road vehicle an offence
New vehicle insurance rules are set to be introduced in the UK. The rules make it an offence to fail to insure a vehicle which is off the road. The rules will be introduced following a joint collaboration between the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) and the UKs vehicle licensing authority (DVLA). The purpose of the [...]
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It’s our Birthday: Cartell is five years old!
When we set up Cartell five years ago one of our primary goals was to make Irish roads safer by ensuring those in the market for a vehicle were aware of exactly what they were getting into! The purchase of a vehicle is one of the most important investments an individual makes in their lifetime. [...]
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Cartell.ie International Rally on TV – watch it here!
You can watch event highlights from this months Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes by clicking on the following link. The event featured in the TV Show RPM Motorsport. A reminder to our readers that Daragh O’Riordan in his SI2B Subaru WRC, won the event following a thoroughly comprehensive performance all weekend. His car was [...]
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NCT was investigated but no problem identified
The Irish Times reports – in an article written by David Labanyi – that an investigation into alleged flaws in the equipment used for the National Car Test (NCT) carried out in February, prior to the Prime Time revelations last week, failed to identify any significant problems. The investigation was carried out by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) [...]
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Vandalism of Vehicles: The Most Vandalised Cars
A UK website (lovemoney.com) has published a list of the top ten most vandalised cars. While the results are specific to the UK market a great deal can still be learned from them. The research – conducted by UK insurer swiftcover.com* – revealed that high-end brands were consistently targeted by vandals more than any other [...]
Guaranteed Future Values leading to Car Clocking
CAR CLOCKING appears to be on the rise again according to Motor Trade Insider. In an article published online the group say the practice is widespread – and not just from spurious car dealers. The article says that while Guaranteed Future Values are linked, to a certain extent, to the mileage the buyer states they [...]
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Used Car Advice: “I’ve got about 7k for a new used car!”
Introducing the second feature in our new series: Used Car Advice. After our first customer, Clare, heeded our advice last week and purchased a 04 Nissan Primera we were contacted by Aoife who was likewise looking for a FREE Cartell History Check in return for some advice! Aoife, and husband Dermot, are living in Westmeath [...]
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Applus+ report NCT bribery claims to Gardai
Cartell.ie understands that Applus+, the company given responsibility to conduct the National Car Test (NCT) will launch an internal investigation following revelations last night on RTÉs Prime Time programme which claimed bribes had been accepted by NCT officials in return for allowing defective vehicles pass the test. This calls into question the integrity of the [...]
Gardai Seizing Large Number of Vehicles
The Irish Independent today reports that motorists are having their cars seized in unprecedented numbers because they are refusing to tax or insure them or apply for the NCT. 26,044 cars were seized by Gardai at the roadside last year which was more than twice the amount in previous years, according to Treacy Hogan. The [...]
Renault Ireland Statement concerning Electric Window Fault
Following coverage on RTÉs The Consumer Show concerning a fault on the electric windows of certain Renault vehicles – which can result in the windows spontaneously opening when the vehicle’s engine is turned off – Renault Ireland has issued a statement in which it says that Renault “through its franchise dealer network operates a policy [...]
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Used Car Advice! Trading in a Lanos…Conclusion!
Regular readers of our new feature series – Used Car Advice – will remember Clare. She was trading up from her 00 Daewoo Lanos following the birth of her first child and was looking for something a bit bigger and with easier access to the backseat. Cartell.ie gave a few options – including a Nissan [...]
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So is Scrappage really driving the Market?
In 2009 the Government of the day announced the introduction of a scheme – the scrappage scheme – which provided a significant financial incentive for owners of 10-year-old vehicles to buy a new car. Originally the scheme was worth €1,500 to a buyer of a new vehicle but that figure was reduced to €1,250 for [...]
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TRADE FOCUS: Paschal Kennedy Motors, Dun Laoghaire
The location of Paschal Kennedy Motors is steeped in history – it has a unique structure and architecture, including a horseshoe shaped entrance, dating from the time the building was used as a forge – up until the beginning of the twentieth century. The premises was first used as a garage in 1925 – named [...]
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Daragh O’Riordan wins the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2011!
Congratulations to Cork’s Daragh O’Riordan (SI2B Subaru WRC) for his comprehensive victory in the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2011! Co-driven by Derry’s Tony McDaid they finished three minutes and 50.4 seconds ahead of second-place Denis Cronin/Coleman (Hurley Subaru WRC), and third placed Eoin Doyle/Peter Brennan (Subaru WRC). The journalists favourite for the event, [...]
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First pictures of our Fantastic Rally Coursecar!
Our good friends and partners at BMW Automotive Ireland / Mini Ireland have kindly supplied Cartell.ie with a fantastic race spec car for us to use during the 2011 Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes. It will be used throughout the event as the main sponsor car and will be driven on all the stages [...]
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Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2011
PRESS RELEASE Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2011 Killarney, INEC, April 29 – May 1, 2011 The May Bank Holiday weekend has long been associated with rallying – it’s the weekend of the Rally of the Lakes an international event of prestige which features – at Molls Gap – one of the most picturesque [...]
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Hikes in Motor Tax, tolls and fuel to hit Irish motorist
The Irish Independent today reports that hikes in motor tax, fuel costs and new motorway tolls are among a range of measures in the pipeline. The paper reports that drivers can expect to pay more to tax their car from early next year following a realignment of the tax system. It appears the government is [...]
Used Car Advice Trading in a Lanos Update!
Regular readers of our blog will remember Clare who asked us for some help choosing a car after she realised her Daewoo Lanos did not fit the bill after the birth of her first child. We recommended a few different options for Clare, including a Ford Mondeo and a Mercedes Benz A Class – so [...]
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Launching the 2011 Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes!
2011 Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes Launch Night Mayor of Killarney Donal Grady last night said the Cartell.ie International rally “is now regarded as the event which kick starts the tourist season in Killarney each year.” Speaking at the launch of the 2011 Rally he assured the large numbers in attendance that Killarney Town [...]
Used Car or New Car Costs Calculator!
Earlier this year we published some information on the type of factors which should go into your decision to purchase either a used car, or a new car. We wrote about the various elements: tax, fuel economy, depreciation value, which go into the decision. We want to take that one step further and show you [...]
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Used Car Advice! Trade-In a Daewoo Lanos and purchase a…?
In a new regular feature Cartell.ie asks buyers in the market for details on the type of used-car they’re looking to purchase – the factors that go into their decision – and then we research the market and make some suggestions for used cars (with a little help from our friends in the trade!) This [...]
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Latest edition of eDRIVE – our Partner eZine – now online!
You can now view the latest edition of our Partner Ezine eDrive! This month’s edition features news on the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes which will take place April 29 – May 1 in Killarney. Cartell’s Jeff Aherne tells the magazine how he watched the Rally in Killarney when he was a teenager and [...]
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Report says 240,000 new and used cars untaxed
The Irish Independent today reports that as many as 120,000 motorists never pay any road tax according to figures obtained by that newspaper. Treacy Hogan, who wrote the article, also notes that 120,000 people are falsely declaring that their vehicle has been off the road for months – meaning road tax is not due on [...]
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Car Clocking is major issue for used-car buyers – especially imports
Earlier this year Cartell released information on the estimated number of clocked vehicles per county across the country, which was extensively recirculated in the national and local media. We highlighted, in that report, a couple of things: clocking is a nationwide problem in Ireland for purchasers of used cars; and clocking is prevalent right across [...]
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TRADE FOCUS: Sleator Kia, Mullingar
For this month’s Trade Focus Cartell.ie stopped by for a chat with Sleator Kia just off the M4 in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. It’s been a good year for Sleator’s they were this year officially appointed Kia Dealer for Westmeath and Longford after a presence in the area selling cars for many years previously. Barry Martin [...]
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Used Car Review: Kia Cee’d Diesel
During a recent chat with Barry Martin at Sleator Kia, Mullingar, Cartell.ie asked what car he would recommend for a customer with €20,000 to spend on a used car. Barry didn’t hesitate to recommend a 3-month-old (pre-registered demo) Kia Cee’d so Cartell.ie hopped in the drivers seat to try it out. Normally retailing for €20,850 [...]
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New version of Mercedes C-Class soon to be available
Mercedes has announced details for the new 2012 C-Class C63 AMG Coupe according to industry source Jatonet and it’s expected the car will be formally unveiled at the New York Autoshow in April. The C63 AMG Coupe is expected to be available in showrooms in September though this will depend on market factors. The specifications [...]
Entry Forms Open for Cartell International Rally
As already announced Cartell are delighted to be associated – as title sponsor – with the International Rally of the Lakes 2011. Ordnance Survey Ireland and the Gleneagle Hotel who have been the main supporters of the Rally of the Lakes for many years are continuing as Associate Sponsors. The 32nd Rally of the Lakes [...]
BMW announce new Series 6 Coupé
BMW has announced details for the new 2+2-seater Series 6 Coupé. According to Jato Net the new 640i Coupe will sport a 3.0 liter six-cylinder in-line gasoline unit with BMW TwinPower Turbo, direct injection and VALVETRONIC which will produce 320 PS, and a maximum torque of 450 Nm mated to an eight-speed Sports automatic transmission. [...]
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Fuel Prices hitting Irish Families
The Irish Independent today reports that families are now paying an extra €1,000 a year to run their cars as petrol prices spiral above the €1.50-a-litre mark at the pumps. The latest price increase has been triggered as a result of the Middle East conflict. However AA Ireland point to two noticeable price increases in [...]
Geneva Motor Show: Some affordable vehicles
Last week we mentioned the unveiling of the Ferrari FF at the Geneva Motor Show – one of the highlights from this years event. However there are many other cars causing a stir including more affordable models. Here’s a very quick look at two of them, starting with the Hyundai i40: This vehicle will be [...]
300 unclaimed cars were scrapped in Dublin
The Irish Times today reports that 300 cars were scrapped last year by Dublin City Council after the impounded vehicles were not claimed. Alison Healy reports that among the cars scrapped were premium brands such as Jaguar and Mercedes and some of the cars were registered as recently as 2006. The article indicates that the [...]
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Geneva Motor Show: Ferrari FF is “a break from the past”
GENEVA MOTOR SHOW March 1: Ferrari unveil the new Ferrari FF after pictures circulated in January of the vehicle. Described by the company as ‘innovative’ and ‘a break from the past’ the vehicle is also coined as ‘unusual’ and can be ‘a different Ferrari for different Ferrari owners’. The company has significantly hyped the vehicle [...]
Ford to bolster Mondeo line-up with new 1.6 litre TDCi
Ford have announced the availability of a new 1.6l TDCi to the Irish consumer according to Jato. Since the facelift model was launched Autumn-2010 the popular family/fleet car has been limited to a 2.0 TDCi with no smaller aspiration diesel engines available here. Nor could the Irish consumer avail of the EcoBoost Petrol engine which [...]
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Cartell statistics on ‘clocking’ of motor vehicles
Over 88,000 vehicles ‘clocked’ in Dublin and Cork Last week Cartell published statistics on the prevalence of vehicle ‘clocking’ in Ireland (the practice of altering a vehicle’s odometer) with a county-by-county breakdown. We’re delighted that the story has received considerable attention in local and national media outlets. The Sun Newspaper, for instance, gave the matter [...]
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Discount for Facebook Fans of Cartell.ie Car History
Facebook Fans get 20% Discount Cartell would like to thank all their fans on Facebook for liking Cartell.ie Car History. As a thank you, we are offering all fans who like Cartell.ie Car History a 20% discount of a 2 or 3 star Cartell check. To avail of this offer, log onto your Facebook account [...]
Credit Unions to provide car loans through new DACU
Completecar.ie report on a new initiative called Direct Access to Credit Unions (DACU), a project set up by credit unions across Ireland to provide car loans to members and potential new members. The initiative, launched in January 2011, will see many credit unions around the country offer special car loan rates to their members. Commenting [...]
Car Ownership Scam to avoid penalty points!
The Irish Times reports (February 2, 2011, print edition) on an ownership scam where vehicle ownership is transferred to unsuspecting persons in order to avoid fines and penalty points. In one case the paper reports that a Co. Wicklow-based child, aged 13, was listed as the owner of a vehicle which incurred a motoring fine. [...]
VW XL1 will bring fuel consumption to new level
We’re always on the look-out for interesting prototypes: see our previous blog where we looked at some concept cars with stunning new design features. Now Volkswagen has taken concept vehicles to a new level because not only do they present an interesting futuristic design – kinda like the Audi that featured in the film iRobot [...]
New Annual NCT for 10-year-old vehicles
The Irish Times reports that 10-year-old cars face an annual NCT from June. A spokeswoman for Applus+, the company which carries out the test, is quoted by Pamela Duncan of The Irish Times as confirming that cars which are 10 years or older will have to be tested annually from June onwards. She added that [...]
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Detroit Car Show: Some Highlights
The North America International Auto Show at Detroit closed this week after giving the world a glimpse of some of the treats we can expect from some of the manufacturers this year. At the top end Porsche unveiled the 918 RSR which packs 767 horsepower and is a hybrid race car. Described by autoblog as [...]
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How to measure the Dream Car?
John Walsh considers the question: what is the best car in the world – or put another way – how do you measure such an accolade anyway? Motoring “experts” are forever debating cars in an attempt to answer the eternal question “what is the best car in the world?” The real question, however, is how [...]
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Buy New or Second-hand?
January is traditionally the busiest month of the year for car sales – both new and second hand – and this year appears no different. With that in mind we wanted to give purchasers some advice which perhaps you´ll consider before buying. New Car or Second-hand? The second hand car market is particularly competitive in [...]
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Annual NCT for vehicles 10 years and older