AA Patrol fixes car with…. a potato
An AA Patrol in Hertfordshire has managed to temporarily fix a motorist’s car with none other than a potato. AA man Mario Papademetriou, 59, was at a loss after failing to fix the motor’s condenser using tin foil and silicone repair tape before the resourceful mechanic decided on the vegetable. Speaking to the Irish Mirror, […]
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We’re Hiring!
Ireland’s major motoring organisation and insurance provider is hiring qualified mechanics to join its fleet of roadside Patrols. We are looking to recruit mechanics in Co Galway, Co Limerick and Co Cork. AA Patrols need to be more than just mechanics. A modern AA van is more like a mobile garage, carrying sophisticated electronics and […]
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Buyer Beware! Stolen NCT Certs Circulating
Vehicle history expert Cartell.ie issues today (February 18) images of a stolen NCT Certificate found circulating in the market. Cartell understands that an armed holdup at an NCT centre in Drogheda in October 2013 resulted in the theft of 850 official certificates. These certificates are stolen official documents, so they entirely resemble authentic certificates. The […]
Over 65s probably pay more for their flights
Our latest press release: Many over 65s could be paying more for their flights than their younger counterparts when they book online new research published today by AA Travel Insurance suggests. In an online survey of more than 9,000 people nationwide, the AA quizzed respondents on their habits when it comes to booking flights. While […]
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Two ways to maximise your restaurant’s profit potential
Are you a Hotel or B&B wanting to improve your kitchen’s cooking? Well you can now take your cuisine to new heights with two innovative offerings from AA Hospitality. Comprising two separate ticketed workshops geared towards AA appointed properties, the Food and Beverage Workshop and AA Rosette Academy are a series of training sessions offering […]
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One third of Irish couples would ban Valentine’s Day
Irish survey also finds that ONE IN FOUR people prefer not to celebrate the romantic day With more and more people choosing not to celebrate the day synonymous with roses, chocolate and love messages, research has found that despite Cupid’s best efforts, ten percent of couples have split up on Valentine’s Day.[i] 30% of couples who […]
IFA calls for additional measures to tackle dumping in the countryside
IFA Deputy President and Countryside spokesman Tim O’Leary has called on the Department of Environment to increase penalties and fines on individuals who use the countryside as a dumping ground. In a detailed submission to the Department of Environment, IFA has called for tougher measures to address the scourge of littering and serial dumping by […]
Volkswagen are driving their IRFU partnership
Volkswagen, Ireland’s Number One Automotive Brand and official car supplier to the IRFU this week handed over a brand new fleet of Volkswagen vehicles to the IRFU as part of their sponsorship. The sponsorship which has been in place since 2011 entitles Volkswagen to an official IRFU partner designation, advertising at matches and in match […]
Death Road On Two Wheels
Zita Philpott, AA Roadwatch Broadcaster met Wenna Hicks whilst travelling and the two have remained firm friends ever since. Here she writes about Wenna and her dare-devil trip to Bolivia to take on the ‘Death Road’. By Zita Philpott, AA Roadwatch Here at AA Roadwatch, we’re used to covering both good and bad content relating […]
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AA WEATHERWATCH – LOW TEMPERATURE WARNING
Level: Yellow The following Warning has been issued by Met Éireann at 14:00 hours Wednesday, 04-Feb-2015 for Connacht, Cavan, Monaghan and Donegal. Air temperatures of -3 or -4 degrees Celsius will occur tonight. Valid from 20:00 hours Wed, 04-Feb-2015 Valid until 10:00 hours Thu, 05-Feb-2015 http://www.met.ie/nationalwarnings/default.asp
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