Ford reveals plug-in hybrid Ranger

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

Ford has revealed a plug-in hybrid version of its Ranger, with production to start in late 2024 and deliveries from early 2025.

Range Rover, Defender and Discovery get five-years warranty

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a new five-year manufacturer warranty on all new Range Rover, Defender and Discovery models comes into effect today, 1st September.

New Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé on the way

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

The new, second-generation Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé is on the way here.

Gowan Auto brands lined up at National Ploughing Championships

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

Gowan Auto, the importer and distributor of Alfa Romeo, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Honda, Jeep, Opel and Peugeot in the Republic of Ireland, was back at the National Ploughing Championships this week.

Opel premieres new models at Europe’s biggest dhow

Thu, Sep 21, 2023

Opel the IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany, to give world premieres to three new cars, including the standout Opel Experimental concept car.

The German carmaker recently revealed the first images of the design concept, which Opel says gives an outlook on its upcoming models and technologies.

Kia to use plastic from 55-ton ocean haul in its EVs

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

Kia plans to use recycled plastic from a 55-ton haul recently reclaimed from the Pacific Ocean in its new electric vehicle models.

New BYD SUV called Seal U here early next year

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

A new fully-electric SUV from BYD (Build Your Dreams) is next month being introduced to customers in Europe for the first time, and it is due to arrive in Ireland early next year.

Safety experts warns potholes pose severe risk to life

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

Motorists have been warned that as road conditions worsen, the risk to life because of potholes is now severe.

Opel premieres new models at Europe’s biggest show

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Opel used this week’s IAA Mobility in Munich, Germany, to give world premieres to three new cars, including the standout Opel Experimental concept car.

Research highlights need for safe van loading

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Research commissioned by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in the UK has found that a third of van drivers have injured themselves at least once while loading their vans in the past year, costing businesses billions of pounds annually.

1967 Ferrari 412P sells for more than $30 million

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

A rare 1967 Ferrari 412P Berlinetta has become the fourth most valuable Ferrari sold at auction, when it recently sold for $30.25 million (around €32.78m).

More than 20,000 new EVs sold so far this year

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Some 1,776 new electric vehicles were registered in August, compared to 1,484 in August 2022 (+19.7 per cent), according to the latest new vehicle registrations statistics released ty the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

Fifth-generation Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid on sale

Thu, Aug 31, 2023

Toyota Ireland says its new fifth-generation Prius is now available at their dealerships nationwide.

Weather is the biggest cause of distracted driving

Thu, Aug 31, 2023

A new survey conducted by Compare The Market has revealed that 81 per cent of drivers report being in a car accident due to distracted driving.

The study aims to raise awareness of potential hazards while driving - having polled drivers on their biggest distractions - the average cost of damage to the vehicle, and the model of the car involved in the accident.

Maxus expands Irish dealer and aftersales network

Thu, Aug 31, 2023

Maxus has partnered with two more motor companies as it expands its Irish dealer sales and aftersales network.

Volvo sales soar in Galway

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Registrations for Volvo cars in Galway have surged since Connolly Motor Group opened the Volvo Galway dealership at Briarhill Industrial Park in Ballybrit in March.

Ford Pro enhances the 2024 Ford Transit

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Ford Pro in Europe has just announced what it describes as significant vehicle performance and productivity-enhancing upgrades coming in 2024 to Transit. It says that these are designed to help businesses do more and optimise their operations.

Nissan global EV sales surpass one million

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Nissan has revealed global sales of its electric vehicles have surpassed the one million unit milestone, almost one third of which have been to European customers.

Vantastic sales indicate a positive economic outlook

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

LCV, Light Commercial Vehicle/van sales, are up an impressive 42.5 per cent (5,664) compared to July last year (3,974).

For the year-to-date, LCV/van sale in Ireland are up 35.3 per cent (22,997). This is always regarded as a positive indicator that business is thriving in Ireland and the outlook remains bright.