AA expects up to 240 breakdowns a day over jam-packed Bank Holiday
AA Patrols are preparing for up to 240 breakdowns a day in what is expected to be one of their busiest weekends of the year. “The May Bank Holiday kicks off the summer for a number of motorists, which means it’s one of the most hectic weekends in the travel calendar year,” says AA Director […]
Motorists more concerned about cost of insurance than Gardaí policing roads
Motorists are more concerned about the rising cost of car insurance than Gardaí enforcing traffic laws, according to new research by the AA. In a survey of over 8,800 motorists led by AA Motor Insurance, 92 percent say they believe the cost of car insurance to be the biggest motoring issue they’ll face this year. […]
Which are the Most Expensive Counties for Petrol and Diesel
Donegal is the most expensive county for filling-up a tank of petrol with an average of 128.1 cent per litre, 1.6c higher than the national average. The more expensive county for diesel is Wicklow with an average price of 116.3, 3.5c above the national average according to the AA. The AA has found a number […]
Motorists Scramble To Save As Insurance Jump By Up To 50%
More than one third of Irish motorists have seen the cost of their insurance rise by up to 50% this year, leading many to drive with reduced levels of insurance cover in an attempt to manage costs, says The AA. An AA Motor Insurance survey of over 5,000 motorists reveals that 34 percent have seen their insurance […]
Pump prices lowest in over 5 years, says AA
The average price of a litre of petrol or diesel is cheaper now than at any time since March 2010 according to the AA’s Fuel Price Index. Petrol now costs an average of 129.5 cent – 12.9 cent cheaper than it was this time last year. Diesel prices also tumbled and are now at 118.2 […]
Reduce the risk of fire in your home this winter
Winter is a time when we can look forward to luxuries such as lazing beside a roaring open fire or lighting a few candles to set the mood, but both these things can pose as serious fire hazards. Follow our AA Home Insurance tips to help reduce the risk of a fire spreading in your […]
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AA Roadwatch are Hiring
AA Roadwatch is currently seeking a temporary part-time Researcher/Broadcaster. The position will be primarily research-based and will involve approx. 80 hours per month and will involve shift work. Shifts will be during rush hour (6-9:30am and 4-7pm) Monday to Friday and will also involve night time (7-11pm), weekend and public holiday shifts (including Christmas and […]
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AA Roadwatch are Hiring
AA Roadwatch is currently seeking a temporary part-time Researcher/Broadcaster. The position will be primarily research-based and will involve approx. 80 hours per month and will involve shift work. Shifts will be during rush hour (6-9:30am and 4-7pm) Monday to Friday and will also involve night time (7-11pm), weekend and public holiday shifts (including Christmas and […]
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Budget 2016: AA calls for reduction in fuel tax
Ahead of Budget 2016 the AA is calling on the Irish Government to begin the process of removing the substantial additional austerity-era taxes on fuel. “A litre of petrol actually costs 44 cents.” Says Director of Consumer Affairs Conor Faughnan. “Everything else is tax. We pay 136.5 cent at the pump at the moment because […]
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AA Ireland CEO Brendan Nevin on rising motor insurance claims
Our CEO Brendan Nevin joined Chris O’Donoghue on Newstalk’s Breakfast show earlier this morning to discuss the 26% year-on-year rise in motor insurance premiums. Brendan outlined three key reasons for the increase: Fraudulent claims – is a big issue whereby the honest motor insurance customer is picking up the bill. Brendan says there are currently […]
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