Research by motoring solutions specialist, easytrip, reveals that over 55% of Irish motorists with a car of 5 years old or more are considering or planning on purchasing a new car in 2015.

With an increase in car sales of 28% in 2014 and this year’s sales total predicted to surpass 100,000 units, easytrip is calling on new car owners to update their account details to avoid incurring toll bills and penalty notices from motorway operators.

"Our research shows that a high number of Irish drivers are looking to upgrade their cars in 2015, so whether you’re trading in or trading up we are advising motorists to update their account details as soon as possible once change of ownership has been processed”, says Ciara O’Brien, Head of Operations, easytrip. “We’d also remind customers to remove their tag from
their old car along with any other personal items.”

Customers are reminded thatif you’ve sold your old car and inadvertently left your tag in the car and haven’t updated your toll tag account, the new owner could continue to use your tag at most barrier toll plazas, racking up a bill connected to your account.

If you’ve bought a new car and transferred your existing tag to it but forgot to update your account details, you’ll risk receiving a toll bill (billed at the higher rate) and penalty charge if you’ve travelled through the M50 toll plaza as your new car registration is not connected to your toll tag account.

Existing easytrip customers can update their vehicle details through their online account or by contacting easytrip on 1890 67 67 68. Sign up to an easytrip tag account, save on toll fees and avoid incurring late fines and penalties on your M50 motorway toll charges. Avail of hassle free motoring and parking services - for more information log onto www.easytrip.ie .