New Opel Corsa arrives from €23,995

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

The new Opel Corsa has arrived in Ireland in three trim levels and is priced from €23,995, plus delivery-related charges.

Someone in an office decided cars can't use motorway lay-bys,' said angry Canney

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

The closing of the lay-bys on motorways by TII flies in the face of their own advice not to drive if you are tired, a Galway TD has warned.

Ohme becomes Polestar EV charging partner

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Polestar, the high-performance brand from Volvo, has teamed up with Ohme to become its official electric vehicle charging partner in Ireland.

Second Hand Car Buyer Advice – look at the tyres, don’t just kick them

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

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

Make sure your car is shipshape for winter

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

The best way to avoid any potential problems with your car this winter is to put together a checklist and then get along to KD Autoparts or get on to www.kdautoparts.com which will have everything you need to make sure your car is shipshape.

As winter weather blows in, drivers need to adapt their driving…

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

A survey of Irish drivers, conducted by German premium tyre manufacturer Continental Tyres, shows that one third (30 percent) of drivers here are either somewhat nervous or very nervous when driving in the rain.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 Takes Irish Car of the Year Title for 2024

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

At an awards ceremony recently in the Conrad Hotel in Dublin, the HyundaiIONIQ 6 was named as the 2024 Irish Car of the Year in association with Continental Tyres.

New Stellantis Pro One sees refreshed electric van range

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Significant upgrades to the Stellantis electric vans from Citroen, Fiat Professional, Peugeot and Opel (plus Vauxhall in Northern Ireland) brands are on the way. In all, the 12 vehicles will offer boosted ranges, as well as other technology updates.

Stellantis has just unveiled its new electric van line-up under its ‘Pro One’ banner and this is a part of its strategic offensive in the light commercial vehicles market. It says that it involves a focus on unparalleled capability, safety and versatility for business and professional customers.

20 years of the Mazda3

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

The Mazda3 has reached the milestone of two decades on sale - revealed at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show, the first-generation Mazda3 arrived in European dealerships in the autumn of 2003. The Mazda3 built on the success of the Mazda 323, which across four generations had been Mazda’s flagship family hatchback in the European market, as well as proving to be a big sales success both at home in Japan, (where it was called the Familia) and around the globe.

Winter leaf fire warning for motorists

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Drivers are being warned of engine fires if they don’t clear fallen leaves from their cars this winter.

83 per cent of Irish adults miss out by sticking to the same old habits, reveals Toyota survey

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

New research into the habits of Irish adults has revealed that 83% of us fear on missing out on new experiences and opportunities by sticking to the same habits.

Winter driving tips for EV drivers to manage effect of cold temperatures on range

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Geotab Inc. (“Geotab”), a global leader in connected transportation solutions, has shared winter tips for electric vehicle owners in Ireland in order to maximise their car’s performance in cold weather.

Volkswagen upgrades ID.4 and ID.5

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Volkswagen Passenger Cars has upgraded its best-selling ID.4 and ID.5 electric vehicles, which are available to order now with prices starting from €57,430 (€53,930 after grants).

A good car care routine is essential this winter

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Nobody likes having to shell out for a costly, unexpected repair job or replacement part for their car. Naturally, certain expenses cannot be avoided when it comes to motoring. However, the best way to sidestep any big, expensive surprises is to regularly stay on top of car maintenance, especially during the winter.

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Electric MINI Countryman available from February

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Now in its third generation, the MINI Countryman is offered for the first time with choice of a fully electric or combustion powertrain.

Car finance – what you need to know

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Many car dealers offer Personal Contract Plans (PCPs) as a way to pay for a car. PCPs can appear very attractive because they usually have low monthly repayments. You also have the convenience of being able to sort out your finance and pick your car in the same place. However, PCPs are very complex compared to other types of car finance and it’s important to understand all the terms and conditions before you sign up.

Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV arrives

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

With a lineage that traces back to the M-Class and the 1997 birth of the premium SUV segment – followed by the launch of the GLE in 2015 and its successor in 2018, the arrival here of the latest updated GLE SUV signals yet another milestone in the life of Mercedes-Benz.

Dacia Jogger surpasses 1,000 mark

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Over 1,000 Dacia Jogger cars have been registered in Ireland so far this year.

Upgraded Tesla Model 3 launches in Ireland

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

It's been six years since the first Tesla Model 3 rolled off the assembly line, with over two million units sold globally to date.

Suzuki hits global sales of 80 million

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Suzuki Motor Corporation has achieved accumulated worldwide automobile sales of 80 million units by the end of August 2023. The breakdown of the sales units are 28.9 million units in the brand's home of Japan and 51.27 million units in overseas, including 10 million in Europe.

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