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5 benefits of choosing a premium trim for your next car, according to an expert

As well as those heated seats, your trade-in value will skyrocket, says Philip Mahon of Joe Mallon Motors.

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Aug 20th 2018, 5:16 PM

# dealer insights

7 questions to ask before buying a car from a private UK seller

Imports can seem like an attractive deal – but can also carry unexpected costs, warns Brendan Kelly of Windsor Bray Nissan.

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Apr 30th 2018, 5:37 PM

# motor insights

6 essential tips for buying a used car that won't let you down

Renault’s Brian Quinlan shares how to spot a car that will last the test of time.

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Apr 23rd 2018, 3:05 PM

# a little oomph

How much engine power do you really need? We asked a motor expert

Liam Murphy of Audi Cork shares the inside track.

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Apr 16th 2018, 5:04 PM

# fuel for thought

Here's how to decide between a petrol and diesel engine, according to an expert

Niall Cotter, general manager at Blackwater Motors weighs in on a tricky choice.

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Apr 9th 2018, 5:14 PM

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4 ways to choose between a new and a used car - that have nothing to do with budget

Dermot Gallagher of MSL Park Skoda weighs in on a common car-buying dilemma.

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Feb 19th 2018, 5:16 PM

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Automatic or manual? 6 questions that'll help you decide which to go for

We asked dealer Alan Cooney to share some expertise.

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Feb 5th 2018, 3:12 PM

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Deciding on a new car? 7 things you need to know about engine and fuel type

David Simpson of Windsor Clonee says the future is electric.

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Jan 22nd 2018, 3:08 PM

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5 questions to ask before deciding on a new car, according to a motor dealer

If you’re trading up for 181, here are the most important things to consider.

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Dec 20th 2017, 12:51 PM

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Choosing between infotainment systems? We asked an expert what to look for

From cars that heat up before you leave the house to back seat ‘cinemas’.

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Dec 20th 2017, 10:41 AM

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6 steps to follow when test-driving a used car, according to a motor expert

Ask for the service history, do a walk-around – and look out for dashboard warning lights.

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Dec 18th 2017, 3:49 PM

# motor insights

Choosing the right SUV: 6 questions that'll help you make your mind up

We asked a motor dealer to share some SUV expertise.

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Dec 11th 2017, 4:34 PM

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Want a car for city driving? 6 must-have features, according to a motor dealer

A petrol engine, a good sat nav – and tech that helps you parallel park.

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Nov 27th 2017, 4:58 PM