The VRT Scandal: Ireland’s Billion-Euro “Entry Fee” and the Path to a Smarter Future
If you’ve ever looked at the price of a nice new BMW or a sensible family Kia in the UK and then looked at the price here in Ireland, you’ve probably felt that sharp pain in your wallet. That, my friends, is VRT (Vehicle Registration Tax)—or as I like...
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When did Cars Stop Being Fun?
Owning a car used to be a rite of passage — a key to freedom, a badge of independence, and the best way to escape your parents’ watchful eyes. All you needed was tax, insurance, and enough petrol money to get lost for the afternoon. The only warning light...
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The 251-D Paradox: Why Your Reliable Toyota is Breaking Your Heart
In the grand hierarchy of Irish life, there is a very specific type of grief reserved for the person who owns a “perfectly good” car. You know the one. It’s likely a silver 2018 Corolla or a Hyundai Tucson that has never failed an NCT and has enough crumbs...
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The Shift in the Driver’s Seat: Why a Bit of Chaos is Grand for the Consumer
There’s a lot of talk doing the rounds lately about us hitting “peak prices” for cars, both new and used. You’ve likely heard it over a pint or seen the gloomy headlines, but don’t buy into the doom and gloom just yet. The truth is, a bit of volatility...
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