Geraldine Herbert

Motoring Editor, Columnist & Radio/TV Contributor

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Motoring Editor and Columnist for the Sunday Independent, contributor to Good Housekeeping, Euronews and editor of wheelsforwomen. Geraldine also regularly pops up on RTÉ Radio and TV, TodayFM, Newstalk, Virgin Media, and BBC Radio to discuss industry news, and trends in the automotive industry. You can follow Geraldine on Twitter at @GerHerbert1

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Auto advice: What should I know about driving safely in winter?

Auto advice: What should I know about driving safely in winter? Winter weather can be dangerous for drivers, so our motoring editor lists what to do to make sure you’re fully prepared before setting off Why is winter weather so dangerous for drivers? Wint... See more

independent.ie•Geraldine Herbert•Jan 11, 2026

Auto advice: How will in-car breathalysers work?

Auto advice: How will in-car breathalysers work? Will sensors inside cars be able to check for driver fatigue, alcohol or drug use, and what happens then? What are cabin breath sensors? Essentially, these are breathalysers inside the car that sample the a... See more

independent.ie•Geraldine Herbert•Jan 4, 2026

Auto advice: Tips on how to safely pack up the car for those Christmas visits

Auto advice: Tips on how to safely pack up the car for those Christmas visits Our motoring editor says planning is the key to safe, efficient car loads during the festive season travels Where do I start when packing a car for the holidays? The first thing... See more

independent.ie•Geraldine Herbert•Dec 21, 2025

Christmas Road Trip Packing Tips: How to Maximise Your Car's Storage Space

Heading off on a Christmas road trip is one of the great joys of the festive season but a badly packed car can quickly turn excitement into frustration, writes Geraldine Herbert From overflowing boots to lost essentials, poor organisation makes every stop... See more

wheelsforwomen.ie•Geraldine Herbert•Dec 17, 2025

The Mini Cooper Convertible S delivers sharp handling, modern tech and all-round charm | Irish Independent

Motoring review: Would you drive a convertible at Christmas? The handling on this small car is so good you’ll soon forget any hair problems This zippy convertible shows off some familiar features and power under the bonnet, but is there any downside to dr... See more

independent.ie•Geraldine Herbert•Dec 14, 2025

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Auto advice: What should I know about driving safely in winter?

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Auto advice: Tips on how to safely pack up the car for those Christmas visits

Christmas Road Trip Packing Tips: How to Maximise Your Car's Storage Space

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