Distracted driving is a significant issue affecting road safety in Ireland. An Garda Síochána road policing data reveals that over 25,000 drivers were caught using a mobile phone while driving in 2024. While research from the RSA shows that 6% of drivers were observed using a mobile phone while driving in the same year. It's crucial that drivers understand how distractions impact driving and what actions you can take to stay focused behind the wheel. Below we will look at some...

Child safety when driving is the highest priority for each and every parent. Children are some of the most vulnerable passengers on the road. According to data from the RSA, 68 children lost their lives on Irish roads between 2014 and 2023, with 980 more being injured during the same period. In Ireland, there are strict laws for children travelling in cars and around the use of car seats to ensure child safety. Understanding these laws and regulations can significantly increase...

As a pedestrian on Irish roads, your safety depends on both your actions and those of drivers. In this guide, we'll provide some resaech backed tips and insights to help you navigate the streets safely. Pedestrians as Road Users Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users. Unlike drivers, pedestrians and cyclists rely entirely on their awareness and good road safety practices to keep themselves and others safe. Being alert, visible, and following road safety advice can significantly reduce the...

Wearing a seatbelt is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to protect yourself while travelling in a vehicle. Many injuries and deaths that occur on Irish roads may be prevented if drivers and passengers were correctly wearing a seatbelt, or secured in a child car seat.   As part of our Irish Road Safety Week campaign, we want to highlight why seatbelt safety matters and look at how you can keep yourself and your passengers safe and secured every...

Driver fatigue is one of the most serious dangers on Irish roads, yet it is one of the most overlooked and is a major factor in a significant number of road collisions every year. Being tired behind the wheel dramatically impairs your concentration, slows your reaction time and can lead to drivers nodding off without realising.  The Road Safety Authority (RSA) estimates that fatigue is a contributing factor in as many as 10-20% of road traffic collisions, and is associated...

This year's Road Safety Week kicks off with Tyre Safety Day, a timely reminder that your tyres are the unsung heroes of your vehicle, and play an important role in your vehicle's performance and safety. Your tyres are the only part of your vehicle that makes contact with the road; so their condition and maintenance should be a priority for all motorists. Taking a few minutes to check your tyres before setting off could be the difference between arriving safely and...

Adding a named driver to your car insurance is one of the more common questions we hear. It often comes up when a young driver first starts learning to drive. As a learner driver, you might be driving on your parent's or partner’s policy for a while before you get your own. A named driver is simply someone you add to your policy so that they're insured to drive your car, alongside you as the main policyholder. Below we'll explain...

From flights and accommodation to what you'll pack and whether you need a checked bag, there's a lot to think about when you're booking a holiday. With so much to think about, travel insurance is something that often gets forgotten or overlooked until the very last minute.  Travel insurance is one of the most important things to sort before heading away.  The right cover can protect you from some very expensive situations and give you real peace of mind while...

Drivers across Ireland regularly engage in carpooling, lift sharing or vehicle sharing arrangements as part of their daily commute to work or for social trips. And if you’re receiving petrol money from passengers, you might wonder if this has any effect on your car insurance. Let’s look at the specifics below. When Vehicle Sharing Is Covered By Insurance Under your KennCo policy, receiving payment or contributions from passengers in your vehicle as part of a car or lift sharing arrangement,...

If you are involved in a road traffic accident or a car accident it’s likely that emergency services may be called to the scene. In Ireland, when the fire brigade receives a call out to an incident, there is usually a charge for the service they provide. And, while these charges play an important role in helping to fund the cost of the fire service, they can be hefty. Leaving many Irish motorists wondering who picks up the bill -...