As a pedestrian on Irish roads, your safety depends on both your actions and those of drivers. This guide, part of the Irish Road Safety Week 2025 campaign, offers essential tips and insights to help you navigate streets safely. Pedestrians as Road Users Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users. Unlike drivers, pedestrians and cyclists rely entirely on their awareness and good road safety practices to keep themselves and others safe. Being alert, visible, and following road safety advice...

It's dangerous to assume that your car can handle all road conditions or severe changes in weather. Driving can be a lot more complicated in the winter, thanks to the colder weather, icy conditions, fog and heavy rain. So, it's important to make sure that you and your car are ready.  Preparing your car for winter and autumn is about a few simple, proactive checks on its most important parts. Focusing on your battery, tyres, lights, and fluids can prevent...

Wearing a seatbelt is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to protect yourself while travelling in a vehicle. Many injuries and deaths that occur on Irish roads may be prevented if drivers and passengers were correctly wearing a seatbelt, or secured in a child car seat.   As part of our Irish Road Safety Week 2025 campaign, we want to highlight why seatbelt safety matters and look at how you can keep yourself and your passengers safe and secured...

This year's Road Safety Week kicks off with Tyre Safety Day, a timely reminder that your tyres are the unsung heroes of your vehicle, and play an important role in your vehicle's performance and safety. Your tyres are the only part of your vehicle that makes contact with the road; so their condition and maintenance should be a priority for all motorists. Taking a few minutes to check your tyres before setting off could be the difference between arriving safely and...

As a young driver in Ireland, finding affordable car insurance can often feel like an uphill struggle. But don’t worry, with our useful and practical tips, you can find the right car insurance premium for you - and save money - without cutting corners. Saving On Young Drivers Car Insurance: Practical Tips for 2026 Car insurance is based on the risk of the driver. Younger and less experienced drivers typically tend to pay a higher premium because, statistically, they are...

A learner's permit is issued to drivers who have yet to pass their test. It was originally known as a provisional license. When you receive a learner's permit, you are allowed to take driving lessons and drive on the open road only while accompanied by a driver who has held a full driving license for at least two years. A learner's permit is another stepping stone to getting a full driving license. When Can You Apply For a Learners Permit?...

Ireland faces a significant challenge in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with the transportation sector being one of the most significant contributors. As a result, there has been a growing interest in alternative modes of transportation, such as hybrid and electric cars. In this article, we will explore the benefits and drawbacks of owning a hybrid or electric car in Ireland, as well as the current state of the market. The Difference Between a Hybrid Car and an Electric Car While...

Use our convenient tool to calculate the total value of your home contents. Simply enter your estimated values in the fields below, and our calculator will add them up to give you an indication of the amount you should insure your contents for. If you need assistance with valuations, we recommend checking receipts, current prices online, or consulting with a professional valuer. Please note that you do not need to include the value of built-in kitchen units, wardrobes, or bathroom...

Having a flat battery can be a nightmare when you have a busy day planned. Jump starting a car is a quick and handy way to start a car with a flat battery. Be careful when using jump leads as they can cause damage to both cars and people if not used correctly.  We recommend giving breakdown assistance a call and leaving it to professional mechanics. If you don't have time to wait for them to come out, here are...

Penalty Points Ireland Explained 2026 The penalty point system in Ireland was set up to encourage drivers to drive safely and reduce the number of casualties on the roads. Several driving offences incur penalty points, and we will look through them. Some driving offences also have other penalties, such as fines on top of the penalty points. Penalty points are recorded on your driving license record. They will remain on your record for three years, and you must ensure you...