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A new Chinese electric car brand has now arrived in Ireland to join the growing number of EVs from that country targeting European markets, writes Brian Byrne. The BYD Atto 3 is being distributed here by Motor Distributors Limited, and is the first of three models to be introduced from the brand over the coming months. The Atto 3 is priced from €37,128 and is pitched at the compact family crossover segment. It is on sale in three dealerships in Dublin and Cork, with more locations to follow. BYD began as a rechargeable battery manufacturer, and bought a car company from the Chinese government two decades ago to progress an ambition to become an EV carmaker. Last year they knocked Tesla off their perch to become the biggest passenger electric car maker in the world. The company have their own proprietary battery technology, and also make their own motors and key electronic components.  BYD is also one of the biggest makers of electric buses, with substantial fleet business on several co...

I’ve read many books this summer (around 35+, so don’t expect many reviews), but Karen Robards’ The Last Victim (Ballantine, Isbn-0345535405) is one that I feel deserves a special response, an immediate review. One word summary – Interesting One line Review – An interesting mystery together with stellar characters and complex relationships, this book is one of my top five reads for this summer. Synopsis : Fifteen years ago, young Charlie Stone was the only one to escape the Boardwalk Killer. Now an eminent psychiatrist whose speciality is serial killers, Charlie is called in by the FBI when a series of similar murders rock the town of Kill Devil Hills. Because of her ability to see the ghosts of those who’ve recently died violent deaths, Charlie is shocked to find that the ghost of her most recent patient, drop dead gorgeous serial killer Michael Garland who died in her arms, has attached to her and refuses to “go towards the light”. As ...

If you want an attractive plant for your tropical effect, exotic garden then why not germinate and grow the impressive Ricinus communis commonly known as the caster oil plant or caster bean? It is surprisingly easy and quick to germinate, all you need its a heated propagator and a bright windowsill – and some sterilised compost and some water and a working electric socket! Ricinus communis is a great plant to grow from seed as it is quick to germinate and establishes well with little encouragement. It will also provide height and architectural foliage for the borders. Just be aware of the toxicity issue outlined in the video. If you would like to see more content like this then check out out YouTube channel ‘Walking talking Gardeners’. It is absolutely free to subscribe to with no strings attached and you can unsubscribe immediately at any time. Don’t forget to click onto the notification bell if you would like to be notified of future videos.