02
Dec
Posted By: fhilliard // Category:
Travel News
UK drivers are rejoicing as petrol and diesel prices are at their lowest in over a year and a half.
The latest price drop comes in the wake of retail chain Asda announcing another cut in its petrol prices today. The chain will be cutting its prices for unleaded petrol by a penny to 88.9p.
Commenting on the price crash, the supermarket said it was the first time since March 2007 that prices have been so low. The latest cut is the eleventh reduction in fuel prices that they’ve made since July this year.
It is now anticipated that rival supermarket chains Tesco and Sainsbury’s will be cutting their fuel prices to bring them into line with Asda.
The same can’t be said for petrol prices in the Republic of Ireland however. Irish motorists are paying above the odds for fuel according to Fine Gael.
According to Fine Gael’s Finance spokesman Richard Bruton, petrol is 24% more expensive in Ireland while diesel costs 18% more.
The party is accusing Irish retailers of not passing on the cuts as quickly as EU counterparts and is lobbying the government to intervene.
02
Dec
Posted By: fhilliard // Category:
Ski Destinations
You’ve packed up your skis, sorted your salopettes and your new ski goggles are so shiny they double-up as a mirror. You’re itching to take to the slopes and you can’t wait to put all your gear to the test. What you may not have prepared for however is the new rules and regulations that go hand in hand with driving to your ski resort. Today Argus Car Hire is highlighting the new road safety regulations in France - essential information for France car hire customers.
From 1st October 2008 all drivers in France, including drivers of vehicles registered outside of France must have one warning triangle and one reflective jacket in their vehicle. Please ensure that your rental car has been supplied with one.
The fine for not carrying either items of safety equipment varies between 90 and 135 euros.
Drivers should also ensure that their vehicles have been equipped with replacement bulbs.
By law, snow chains must be fitted to vehicles that are using snow-covered roads, in compliance with the relevant road sign.
Dipped headlights should be used in poor daytime visibility. The French government recommends that 4+ wheeled vehicles use dipped headlights day and night.
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