Why people feel the need to change their cars

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

It's that time again when many of you feel like getting a 251G plate on your car, or you are tempted by the value in the secondhand market.

Lexus LBX hybrid crossover from €36,675

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The new Lexus LBX hybrid crossover is available in Ireland in three trim levels: the base 'Urban' model is currently priced from €36,675, the 'Elegant' from €39,440, and the higher spec 'Emotion' model from €41,600.

Toyota is Galway’s number 1 best-selling car brand for tenth year in a row

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Tony Burke Motors, your local Toyota retailer is delighted to announce that Toyota is the number 1 best-selling car brand in Galway for the 10th consecutive year. Through Toyota’s commitment to sustainable motoring with Ireland’s widest range of Hybrid Electrified Motoring options, as well as their brand promise of ‘Built For A Better World’, Toyota strive to keep improving the lives of the Irish people every day.

Keep your vehicle running smoothly with Sweeney Oil’s full range of motor lubricants

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

As winter approaches, it’s essential to make sure your vehicle is prepared for colder conditions. At Sweeney Oil, they offer a comprehensive range of high-quality lubricants to meet all your motoring needs, helping you keep your car in peak performance throughout the season.

The selection includes a full spectrum of engine oils, brake fluids, transmission oils, coolants, antifreeze, and AdBlue. With trusted brands like Castrol, Gulf, Motul, Shell, and its own Sweeney Oil line, you will find products that suit every vehicle type, from personal cars to commercial fleets. Each product is carefully chosen to deliver the best protection, reliability, and performance for your engine, especially during colder months.

Order books open for new Toyota Land Cruiser

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Order books are now open for the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser. The arrival of Ireland’s first new Land Cruiser in 15 years will be music to the ears the many fans nationwide.

New Honda HR-V hybrid is here

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The new Honda HR-V hybrid crossover has arrived in Ireland and is available to order now from €41,750.

Secondhand car buyer advice – don't be a tyre kicker, but tyre-looker

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Ireland’s second hand car market is booming with prices in the segment up more than 50 percent.

Tyre safety improves but we really need to be better

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Many surveys show that the majority of motorists in Ireland neglect their tyres, with some surveys showing that as many as one in eight motorists never check their tyres.

Full details of the new MG HS Plug-in Hybrid

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

MG Motor Ireland has revealed all the details of its forthcoming HS Plug-in Hybrid D-SUV, which will land in showrooms here later this year in time for the 251-registration period.

The new MG HS Plug-in Hybrid is offered in two trim levels, 'Excite' and 'Exclusive', with the Excite starting at €40,995 and the top of the range Exclusive variant priced from €43,995. All models are backed by a manufacturer warranty of seven-year/150,000-kilometres.

Revised Skoda Enyaq available from €48,900

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Skoda is entering 2025 with strong optimism. Following record-breaking sales and an anticipated third-place finish in the Irish market, the brand is confident it can replicate this success next year.

New Cupra Tavascan in showrooms next month

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The all new Cupra Tavascan is now available to configure and order, with the first models arriving in showrooms in December for test drives.

A1 Vehicle Sales and Services — keeping you motoring in Connemara

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The roads around Connemara are among the most beautiful in the county, but they are also demanding on most vehicles — that is why it is so important to have an excellent sales and service provider.

A1 Vehicle Sales And Service offer a superb 24-hour breakdown and recovery service, covering the entire area of Connemara. They also provide a 24-hour mobile tyre service, which is so convenient given how unexpected and upsetting a puncture or breakdown can be.

Driver number to be required when taking out motor insurance

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

From 31st March 2025, all motorists will be required to provide their driver number, and those of any named drivers, to their vehicle insurer when taking out motor insurance policies.

The new legislation, which has been signed off by Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan, will also require all insurers, and intermediaries acting on their behalf, to ensure driver number data is collected by them and validated against the Department of Transport’s National Vehicle and Driver File.

Give your business a Buzz

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland has introduced price reductions on its ID. Buzz Cargo. The Irish Van of the Year 2023 is now available from €48,495 after grants and €39,915 excluding VAT and including grants for commercial buyers. In addition, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland, in conjunction with Volkswagen Financial Services, has introduced zero per cent finance on selected models.

New online service to simplify transfer of vehicle ownership

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

A new online change of vehicle ownership service has been launched, which will allow private (non-trade) vehicle owners to transfer vehicle registration to another private owner, entirely online.

The new Government service will allow buyers to check vehicle details against the vehicle register. These include make/model, colour, motor tax status, test status, number of previous owners, and whether or not the vehicle was imported.

Pricing details for new Volvo EX40 and EC40

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Earlier this year, Volvo Cars announced that the fully-electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge models were being renamed to the EX40 and EC40 respectively.

Peugeot reveals new E-3008 SUV

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Peugeot has reiterated its commitment to offer a complete electric vehicle line-up as soon as 2025, and expects 100 per cent of its sales across Europe to be electric by 2030. By 2025, Peugeot also claims it will offer “the widest range of electric cars of any generalist brand in Europe”.

Order books open for seven-seat E-5008

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Peugeot Ireland has opened order books for the new 5008, a seven-seat SUV available with both hybrid and fully electric powertrains.

October new car registrations up ten per cent

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) this week released their official 242 new vehicle registrations statistics for October.

New car registrations for month of October were up 9.7% (2,423) when compared to October 2023 (2,208). Registrations year to date are down 1.2% (119,668) on the same period last year (121,134).

Citroen refreshes trio of vans

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Citroen has refreshed its light commercial vehicle line-up of the Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay, becoming the first van models to display the brand's new identity and logo.

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