UK Imports May Prove More Costly In The Long Run
With a significant spike seen in the number of cars being imported from the UK following Britain’s decision to leave the EU, AA Ireland is warning motorists to take extra precautions to ensure their bargain doesn’t cost them more in the long run. Recently released figures from the CSO have highlighted a 43% year on […]
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UK Imports May Prove More Costly In The Long Run
With a significant spike seen in the number of cars being imported from the UK following Britain’s decision to leave the EU, AA Ireland is warning motorists to take extra precautions to ensure their bargain doesn’t cost them more in the long run. Recently released figures from the CSO have highlighted a 43% year on […]
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Men “more confident” at car repairs, despite more calls for breakdown assistance
Men in Ireland are almost twice as confident as women when it comes to routine car repairs – despite putting in more calls for breakdown assistance. According to an AA Membership survey of over 4,500 motorists, an average confidence rate in men of 73 percent means most of them don’t think twice about tackling repairs […]
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What to do if you misfuel
If you’ve accidentally put the wrong fuel in your car, don’t turn on the ignition or start the engine. This will circulate the contaminated fuel and increase the risk of expensive damage. ‘Misfuelling’ seems to be associated particularly with the growth in diesel car sales. Modern diesels are so quiet it’s easy to forget you’re […]
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Top 10 vital car checks
The most important thing you can do to reduce the risk of breakdown is to get your car serviced to the manufacturer’s schedule and specification. Beyond regular servicing the following simple checks will help you to enjoy safe, worry-free motoring. Tyres Know the correct tyre pressures for your car and check them at least every two […]
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Avoid these common breakdown hazards
The key to avoiding a breakdown is good and regular maintenance together with an understanding of what’s most likely to go wrong. The number of models and complexity of modern cars mean that AA patrols are called on to deal with thousands of different faults. These are the most common though, and have been for […]
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Everything you need to know about car tyres for safe winter driving
Four small patches of rubber each about the size of your hand are the only parts of the car in touch with the road so as we approach winter having the right tyres, in good condition and correctly inflated is very important for your safety. Regular checks and maintenance help to make tyres last longer, […]
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Your AA winter motoring checklist
You’re more likely to break down in a bad weather. There’s more risk of delays too, but not necessarily in the way you’d expect. If vehicles ahead lose control – a jack-knifed lorry for example – you won’t be able to get through no matter how well equipped your car is with winter tyres or […]
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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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Our Annual Breakdown Review: Flat batteries still top the agenda
Men most likely to pick up the wrong nozzle at pump Worn out or faulty batteries are still the number one cause of breakdowns in Ireland, according to the AA’s Annual Breakdown Review. A review of their extensive data highlights how flat batteries accounted for nearly one quarter of all the AA’s call outs in […]
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