New Tyre Labels Should Help You Save Money

New EU legislation came into force in 2012  that compels tyre makers to provide labels on tyres showing their fuel efficiency (roll resistance) , noise levels and  wet grip. The new rules apply to all tyres made since 1st July 2012. The tyre labelling concept is very similar to the energy rating labels we are […]
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Public Transport December Price Rises

Some more transport price rises have been announced – these will take effect from Saturday December 1st . Summary of  Price Increases : On Dublin Bus, most cash adult fares will rise by 25c  – but the current €2.65 fare will increase by just 15c to €2.80 . Schoolchild cash fares will rise by from […]
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Oil Prices Rising – Middle East Unrest

Oil prices have climbed to their highest level in 30 months in London as Libya’s uprising reduced shipments and sparked fears of unrest spreading across the Middle East. Brent crude hit $119 a barrel for the first time since August 2008. Major western oil companies, such as Italian firm Eni and Spain’s Repsol-YPF, have suspended […]
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