Jaguar XF tops UK's biggest driver satisfaction poll

Thu, Apr 30, 2009

Readers of Auto Express magazine have voted the new Jaguar XF Britain's best car in the 2009 Driver Power survey.

New Ford Ka is better in every way

Thu, Apr 30, 2009

Shortly after the original Ka went on sale in 1996, I recall seeing one that had been involved in a serious collision. The single occupant survived with remarkably minor injuries. This helped give me a new respect for the structural designers of small cars.

Mitsubishi reduces Outlander SUV Invite price

Thu, Apr 30, 2009

Mitsubishi Motors has announced a price reduction on the Outlander Invite passenger and commercial models.

The passenger model will drop from €36,144 to €29,950, a reduction of more than €6,000, while the commercial will be reduced from €29,950 to €24,950 including VAT, a reduction of €5,000.

The BMW Sterling Collection arrives at Tom Hogan Motors

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

Galway’s BMW franchise holder Tom Hogan Motors has unveiled a unique initiative for prospective car buyers.

New Peugeot 3008 Crossover is so much more

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

Every now and then a car that offers a different perspective comes along. The new Peugeot 3008 Crossover is the latest example. Peugeot place it at a crossroads among an SUV, an MPV, and a hatchback, which probably is not too far off the mark. Yet, that does not even paint the full picture. You see, if you or I were to picture our favourite model in each of those segments and try to roll them into one vehicle, I bet we couldn't, and that why this new car is more than a crossover.

Fiat 500 is the 2009 Design Car of the Year

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

The Fiat 500 has been voted 2009 Design Car of the Year by 59 journalists from around the world, beating 51 short-listed cars from the world’s top car makers. Galway Advertiser’s motoring correspondent Padraic Deane is the Irish juror.

Citroen C3 and C5 versions are tops in diesel awards

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

Citroen’s stylish C5 Tourer and the new C3 Picasso have been named “Best Estate Car” and “Best MPV” respectively at the 2009 What Diesel Car of the Year Awards.

Ford Fiesta steals Europe's top spot in March

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

For the first time in a year, the hugely popular Volkswagen Golf has lost its stranglehold as Europe’s most popular model, handing the accolade to Ford’s well received new Fiesta. The Golf is still number one in the year-to-date (first quarter).

The Fiesta’s success is set against an overall European new car market which fell nine per cent in March 2009 compared to March 2008. Year-to-date the market fell 16.9 per cent compared with the same period last year.

Citroen offers 'eco trade-in' cashback

Thu, Apr 23, 2009

The people at Citroen in Ireland say they have always been committed to greener motoring as one of the market leaders in diesel technology and in the reduction of CO2 emissions. And now, for a limited time only, Citroen says it is introducing the “eco trade-in cashback deal” which means savings on all its greenest models to encourage buyers to trade up to a newer, greener, more fuel efficient Citroën model.

In many areas of our daily lives taking the green route is often the more expensive option, but Citroen boasts that you can now do your part to reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption while also saving yourself significant amounts of money. And it is better for the planet, better for your pocket, and it is a win-win situation. Sounds promising.

BMW's latest 3-Series diesel is even better

Thu, Apr 16, 2009

The BMW 3-Series holds pole position as the biggest selling premium car in the world, but the Munich-based carmaker is never one to rest on achievements and it has further improved the 3-Series, writes Padraic Deane.

Great sports from Audi

Thu, Apr 16, 2009

The Vorsprung durch Technik brand has not only revolutionised endurance racing by becoming the first manufacturer in history to win Le Mans under diesel power, but has also made the high performance diesel concept more attractive and accessible than ever before with road-going models like the TT 2.0 TDI quattro coupe.

Kia Forte Koup steals the limelight in New York

Thu, Apr 16, 2009

With performance-inspired, aggressive, and sleek styling, Kia gave a global debut to the 2010 Forte Koup (to be known as ‘Cerato Koup’ in some countries) production vehicle at the 2009 New York International Auto Show.

Volkswagen Golf is the 2009 World Car of the Year

Thu, Apr 16, 2009

At the New York International Motor Show today, the new Volkswagen Golf was declared the 2009 World Car of the Year.

New Subaru Impreza Boxer diesel

Thu, Apr 09, 2009

I was very interested to see how Subaru was going to make the transition with its latest Impreza from the sport and rally image to a serious player in the biggest car segment on the Irish market.

Second-hand airbags could cost you your life

Thu, Apr 09, 2009

Motorists trying to save money buying second-hand airbags online could end up paying a much higher price, a new investigation warns. Leading accident management company, Accident Exchange, says the growing trade on auction sites like eBay, is a potentially ‘life and death’ issue and the Government needs to act.

The unregulated nature of the marketplace means the second-hand airbags being sold could be defective or inoperable, without the buyer’s or even the seller’s knowledge. The end result could be fatal if the airbag fails to deploy in an accident.

Nissan's all-new global van/people carrier released

Thu, Apr 09, 2009

Following its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show last month, Japan will be the first market to launch this new generation global van.

Citroen offers 'Eco Trade-In' cashback

Thu, Apr 09, 2009

The people at Citroen in Ireland say they have always been committed to greener motoring as one of the market leaders in diesel technology and in the reduction of CO2 emissions. And now, for a limited time only, Citroen says it is: "introducing the eco trade-in cashback deal meaning major savings on all of their greenest models to encourage buyers to trade-up to a newer, greener, more fuel efficient Citroën model".

Opel launches Insignia sports tourer

Thu, Apr 09, 2009

Opel Ireland has launched the much-anticipated Opel Insignia sports tourer. While it retains the Insignia’s trademark design language and German precision the sports tourer also features a wrap-around tailgate, roof spoiler, and flexible interior space resulting in a dynamic-looking, sporty, estate which elegantly conceals its high degree of functionality.

Top three finalists for 2009 World Car Awards

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

The countdown continues for the 2009 World Car Awards at the New York International Auto Show next week. Announcing the annual World Car of the Year awards at the New York show is a fitting finale to the international motor show season that begins each autumn with either the Paris or Frankfurt motor shows.

Summer debut for new Mercedes-Benz E-class

Thu, Apr 02, 2009

June will see the arrival in Ireland of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class range. It has been billed by the German carmaker as a car of unparalleled quality. Indeed, the new E-Class is seen by many as being the benchmark in its class in terms of luxury, safety, comfort, and environmental compatibility. In appearance, it is significantly different from the current model.

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