Never a better time to buy a used car

Thu, Dec 11, 2008

Used cars are the biggest issue in motoring right now. The country is awash with used cars with stocks having built up to worrying proportions over the past year or so. This is bad for car dealers, importers, and manufacturers, but for motorists it might just be the best opportunity to buy a well priced used car, writes Padraic Deane.

Government continues daylight robbery of motorists

Thu, Dec 11, 2008

Successive governments have been taxing motorists far too heavily. We've been charged crazy levels of Vehicle Registration Tax on all new and imported used cars. VRT is applied as a high percentage of the vehicle's cost price with blatant double taxation then applied by adding Value Added Tax on top of the VRT. That's right - our government in its haste to plunder motorists further, actually taxes its own tax. Half of the price you pay for a new car in Ireland is tax.

Car key of the future with integrated credit card

Thu, Dec 11, 2008

A prototype for a multifunctional car key which enables cashless payment and personalised vehicle access has been developed by BMW Group Research and Technology.

“As part of our research project we first integrated a security chip into the key casing, which communicates across short distances by radio with a card reader,” says BMW's spokesman on this project.

First sight of the new Volvo S60 Concept

Thu, Dec 04, 2008

The first glimpse of the Volvo S60 Concept car which will be unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show in early January gives an indication of what the new Volvo S60 will look like when it is launched in 2010.

Important car battery advice

Thu, Dec 04, 2008

Forecasts of arctic weather sweeping the country may cause a great many motorists to ponder on the ability of their car battery to last them through a trouble-free winter.

There are a number of measures drivers can take to check that the battery is up to the job of getting the car started in the sub-zero temperatures we can expect next week to avoid what has become known as winter battery strain.

Lexus reveals the new advanced hybrid RX 450h

Thu, Dec 04, 2008

Lexus will take its advanced hybrid power technology to a higher level in 2009 with the launch of the new RX 450h.

Third generation Nissan Cube will come to Europe

Thu, Dec 04, 2008

In 2002 a new second-generation Nissan Cube was introduced in the Japanese market.

500 Abarth is Hot Hatch of the Year

Thu, Dec 04, 2008

It is not even on sale in Britain or Ireland yet, but the eagerly-awaited 500 Abarth is already picking up top industry awards.

Citroen C5 takes Semperit Irish Car of the Year Crown

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The Citroen C5 has been voted Semperit Irish Car of the Year 2009 by the Irish Motoring Writers Association, writes Padraic Deane.

‘Highly-skilled ambassador’ takes award for Toyota Ireland

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

Nicola Mannion from Tom Hogan Motors in Galway has claimed third place in Toyota’s prestigious Skills Grand Prix, which awards the company’s top service advisors in Europe.

Fiat Ducato van and Grande Punto reach major milestones

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The Fiat Ducato has achieved a major milestone with production reaching two million units since the launch of the first version in 1981.

The Ducato has been a much-loved vehicle for more than 25 years. It is popular with self-employed workers such as tradespeople, shopkeepers, and farmers, while also being a favourite of big companies and special clients such as local authorities, the police, government departments. and health authorities.

Fiat Ducato van and Grande Punto reach major milestones

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The Fiat Ducato has achieved a major milestone with production reaching two million units since the launch of the first version in 1981.

New Ka less expensive than outgoing model

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The new Ford Ka has a higher specification, and an entry price of €11,535 ex-works for the Style 1.2 (69bhp) three-door.

Ford says the price is some €800 below that of the outgoing model. The saving comes despite a high level of specification, in tune with the Ka’s promise of fun, fashionable motoring. The entry level new Ka diesel engined Style 1.3 TDCi (75bhp), three-door sells at €13,320 ex-works.

New Ka less expensive than outgoing model

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The new Ford Ka has a higher specification, and an entry price of €11,535 ex-works for the Style 1.2 (69bhp) three-door.

Berlingo and Partner share Irish Van of the Year title

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

The Citroen Berlingo/Peugeot Partner have been jointly voted Semperit Irish Van of the Year 2009 by the Irish Motoring Writers Association.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinters deliver

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

Mercedes-Benz has completed delivery of fifity Sprinter vans to international express and logistics specialists DHL.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinters deliver

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

Mercedes-Benz has completed delivery of fifity Sprinter vans to international express and logistics specialists DHL.

Fitted out in accordance with DHL specifications in terms of interior shelving, partitioning, and driver walk-through access from cab to cargo area, the vans were manufactured and delivered to Ireland in DHL's distinctive yellow livery. Subsequently, DHL's unique red logo and branding was applied by Mercedes-Benz prior to the vehicles entering service.

Jaguar tops in American sales satisfaction survey

Thu, Nov 27, 2008

Reaffirming its reputation as an automotive leader in sales satisfaction in the US, Jaguar North America has achieved the top ranking in the JD Power and Associates 2008 Sales Satisfaction Index Study.

Kia Motors goes the extra mile for Special Olympics Ireland

Thu, Nov 20, 2008

In one of the most generous donations, Kia Motors Ireland has donated five new Carnival MPVs to Special Olympics Ireland.

Citroen reduces impact on environment and your pocket

Thu, Nov 20, 2008

In the current economic climate, low cost, fuel efficient, environmentally friendly motoring are some of the items at the top of every motorist’s agenda.

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