# Motorists
Last year
2022
# toll charges
Alternative option to toll increases will have to be found before the new year, says Tánaiste
Discussions are ongoing on how to alleviate the rising cost for commuters.
# Cost of Living
Govt won't be dropping motorway tolls as part of its plan to tackle the cost-of-living surge
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar says he is not a fan of tolls but they do help pay for road infrastructure.
A spokesperson for Minister Eamon Ryan has confirmed that there are no plans to reduce toll charges despite commuters facing crippling price hikes in fuel, reports Christina Finn.
Some in Govt circles say they are open to looking at reducing toll charges, but fear that such a proposal would not get past the Greens.
One Fine Gael TD says he is in favour of a toll reduction, saying it would help motorists that are under pressure.
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# Road Safety
Gardaí catch 316 motorists speeding during first eleven hours of National Slow Down Day
Gardaí will particularly be focusing on rural roads throughout the day.
# Road Safety
'Get a grip': Motorists being urged to check tyres to ensure they are roadworthy
It’s Tyre Safety Day tomorrow.
# Road Safety
'A changed landscape': Drivers warned to be cautious as more children cycling and walking to school
“We must all play our part in getting children back to school safely,” RSA chairperson Liz O’Donnell said.
# safety appeal
'Look twice and think twice': Luas releases video of crashes and near misses
There were 11 incidents in which the Luas made contact with vehicles from January to June of this year.
Level crossing incidents 'dramatically' down on last year, but motorists warned to stay vigilant
There are currently 948 level crossings on the Iarnród Éireann network.
# Slow Down Day
Gardaí catch motorist travelling at 202km/h on Dublin's M50
‘National Slow Down Day’ is taking place from 7am today until 7am tomorrow.
# Road Safety
Concern over speeding drivers and pedestrian deaths during Covid-19 restrictions
Six pedestrians have been killed on Irish roads since the schools were closed in the middle of March.
# Ennis District Court
'There is something amiss': Judge criticises recent ruling after striking out 34 road traffic cases
The High Court ruling found that a section of the Road Traffic Act concerning defences to fixed charge notices is unconstitutional.
# buyer beware
Gardaí confirm they have launched 'comprehensive' probe into ghost insurance brokers
Customers are urged to check that their broker is registered before taking out insurance.
# insurance fraud
Dáil told insurance profits have jumped more than 1000%, but government says it's being 'as aggressive as it can be'
Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty said customers are being ‘fleeced’ by insurance providers.
# safety campaign
'Seconds could change your life': Luas releases video of crashes and near misses
Two pedestrians died after being struck by trams in separate incidents earlier this year.
# TOLL DODGING
Fines totalling almost €100k in court crackdown on M50 toll dodgers
None of the motorists who were summonsed came to court.
# crossing the border
One million Green Card forms sent to motor insurance providers in case there's a no-deal Brexit
Drivers who think they may need a card have been advised to apply one month in advance.
# driving home
Motorists told to avoid alcohol and take extra care ahead of 'Christmas exodus'
Top to toe in tailbacks.
# High Court
Remaining motorists affected by Setanta Insurance collapse should get their money by Christmas
Motorists will receive 100% compensation, totalling €21 million.
# ding ding ding
'Was your Snapchat worth it?': Emergency brakes used by Luas drivers 550 times this year
People breaking red lights and not paying attention are two of the main reasons for near-misses.
# fitzwilliam cycle route
Residents worried about 'high-speed cyclists' on parking protected cycle lanes in Dublin city
The proposed design would see parked cars create a buffer between cyclists and traffic.
# Fines
Gardaí in Dublin have been clamping down on cars parked in cycle lanes
One garda fined six motorists in 25 minutes.
# pain in the pothole
Had your car or bike damaged by a pothole? You're not the only one
Six in 10 people have had their mode of transport damaged by potholes.
# insurance courts
Drivers seeking compo through Personal Injuries Board will have to take a medical under new law
When one or both parties refuse taking medicals, it can result in claimants taking their case to the courts.
# Accident
Heavy morning traffic in Dublin after car overturns in Goatstown
The accident has resulted in Goatstown Road being reduced down to one lane.
# price around
Survey finds many motorists are still seeing a rise in their car insurance
Recent research from the Central Statistics Office indicated that the cost of motor insurance has dropped by 12.8% in the past 12 months.
# Advice
Motorists warned about hailstones as gardaí attend number of crashes
Drivers on motorways in particular have been advised to be vigilant.
# Snow Patrol
Motorists warned to take extreme care as temperatures may dip to minus 8 degrees
A number of weather warning have been issued by Met Éireann.
Motorists warned to take care after a cold and frosty night
A status yellow snow-ice alert remains in place today.
# so very cold
Motorists warned to slow down as snow-ice alert remains in place
The weather is thankfully expected to get a bit milder over the coming days.
# dawn raids
Warning to motorists as cars stolen after being left unattended while windows defrosted
Two cars were reportedly stolen this morning after being left unattended.
# Jailbreak
Dublin's Phil Lynott statue has disappeared. Again. But we know where he is this time
The well-known statue has been removed by Dublin City Council to facilitate the repaving of Harry Street.
# drive safe
Is my car insurance void if I drive in a red weather alert?
Insurance Ireland has clarified that a post doing the rounds on social media is false.
# Rain Rain Go Away
Drivers warned about hazardous conditions as tail end of Hurricane Ophelia heads towards Ireland
Storm force winds and outbreaks of heavy rain could be on the way.
# put it away
Over 14,000 drivers caught on their phones in 2017 - and some were posing for selfies
“The mobile phone is a big risk these days and people just aren’t heeding the message and ending up in a dreadful situation.”
# slow down
Speed cameras in Port Tunnel catching 250 drivers on a monthly basis
The average speed cameras at the tunnel came into force in May.
# slow down
Driver to face court after gardaí clock car travelling at over 190 km/h
Traffic officers also dealt with a souped-up motorbike in Wicklow this afternoon.
# Your Say
Poll: Is the punishment for not wearing a seatbelt enough to deter drivers?
Drivers caught not wearing one are fined up to €90 and are given three penalty points.
# drive slow
Motorists warned about 'greasy roads' as heavy rain forecast for weekend
RSA CEO Moyagh Murdock warned that roads are more slippery when it rains after a dry spell.
# fuelling the boom
The price of fuel is going down but motorists are still paying far more than they did last year
The AA says it is concerned that, for every litre of petrol purchased, 63.67% goes to the government.
# pump it up
Petrol prices drop for first time in six months
On average, a litre of petrol now costs 136.6c, while a litre of diesel costs 126.0c.
# don't get duped
AA warns car buyers about new mileage 'lowballing' scam
By doctoring the mileage twice, unscrupulous sellers can dupe buyers and fool NCT checks, says the AA.
