Audi launches first plug-in hybrid compact SUVs

Thu, Dec 17, 2020

Audi is to offer the Q3 and Q3 Sportback as plug-in hybrid versions when they arrive in Irish dealers from Spring 2021. The drivetrain in the 45 TFSI e-models has an output of 245 hp and covers 61 km purely electrically, Audi says.

Renault Ireland is official sponsor of GAA Museum

Thu, Dec 17, 2020

Renault Ireland is the official sponsor of the GAA Museum for 2021. Located in Croke Park, the museum tells the important and completely unique story of Gaelic games from ancient times to the present day.

Land Rover Defender is Top Gear’s Car of the Year

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

The new Land Rover Defender has come out on top of this year’s TopGear.com Awards, picking up the overall 'Car of the Year’ and ‘Unstoppable Force’ awards.

Sheils Galway is first MG dealership in the west

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

The MG Motor brand has been launched in Ireland with electric and plug-in hybrid cars.

The cars will be available from six dealerships in nationwide this month, with Shiels Galway being the first in Connacht.

Toyota doubles FaceItDown incentive points for December

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

Toyota Ireland's innovative, lifesaving FaceItDown app has hit the milestone of 30 million kilometres driven without mobile phone interaction.

In the run up to Christmas, Toyota is renewing its appeal for Irish motorists to place their phones faced down while driving.

New sales manager at Sheils Motor Group

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

Declan Kenny has joined the management team of Sheils Motor Group Galway as sales manager with responsibility for the Ford, Honda and MG franchises.

Free home charging system with Sheils and Honda

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

To celebrate the launch of the new, all-electric Honda e, Honda has teamed up with SSE Airtricity and Sheils Motor Group to make the transition to driving electric hassle free.

Toyota receives the 2020 SAFETYBEST award

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

Autobest has awarded Toyota with the SAFETYBEST 2020 prize for the development and fitment of centre airbags in the new Yaris, a first in the European B-segment.

Thousands of vehicles in Ireland still on the road after multiple owners

Thu, Dec 03, 2020

More than 17,000 vehicles currently registered in Ireland have had at least 10 owners over the course of their lifetime, with 988 in Co Galway.

According to the latest report from Cartell.ie, the highest number of owners recorded for a single vehicle still in the fleet is 43. That vehicle is a Honda Civic registered in County Carlow.

Toyota’s new Hilux makes a powerful impression

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

Toyota Ireland says its new Hilux pick-up range is available to pre-order now, with prices starting from €24,258 plus VAT.

Keep pedestrians safe after dark

Thu, Nov 26, 2020

Now winter is well and truly and the nights are drawing in, motorists need to be more aware of pedestrians and vulnerable road user.

More occur from October to March than throughout the rest of the year. Most happen between 3pm and 7pm, and motorists need to take special care to look out for pedestrians when it is dark.

Toyota hydrogen fuel cell powered bus in Ireland for limited trial

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

A Toyota hydrogen fuel cell powered bus has arrived in Ireland for the first time and is being trialled in Dublin over the next six weeks.

Jaguar new improved E-Pace

Thu, Nov 19, 2020

The new Jaguar E-Pace gets a refreshed exterior, enhanced interior, the latest Pivi Pro infotainment, and new vehicle architecture.

New seven-seater Toyota Highlander hybrid arrives

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Toyota Ireland is launching the new Highlander, the first seven-seater self-charging hybrid electric SUV to Ireland. With pricing starting from €63,995, the Highlander will be in showrooms from January 2021 with orders open now.

New 5.0-tonne version is toughest Ford Transit

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Ford’s new 5.0-tonne Transit derivative, which offers customers a van or chassis cab rated to 5,000kg GVM, is expected to arrive in Ireland from late November.

Boasting that the additional 300kg it delivers over the previous model makes it Ford’s toughest van to date, it adds that the ability to create conversions to meet individual operational needs is often crucial for 5.0-tonne LCV customers.

Volkswagen Commercials has new ‘211 plate’ offers

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland has announced details of its new ‘211’ offers, with the main news surrounding the arrival of the new Mark 5 Caddy. With a zero per cent APR Finance offers, there are also purchase contributions of up to €3,500 for buyers.

Electric Renault Megane eVision concept breaks cover

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Groupe Renault is looking to the future of electric mobility with its inaugural eWays event, running from October 15 to 17, 2020.

Toyota 211 offers include finance contribution in switch to hybrid

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Toyota has announced a range of offers to help drivers change from diesel into lower emission cars, like self-charging hybrid electric cars.

New Ford Kuga SUV steers ahead of the pack in test

Thu, Oct 29, 2020

Ford’s Co-Pilot 360 driver assistance technologies, which were designed to deliver an intuitive and stress-reducing driving experience, has earned the new Kuga SUV a leading position in Euro NCAP’s first assisted driving grading.

Budget to benefit buyers of hybrid cars, says Toyota

Thu, Oct 22, 2020

Ireland’s new motor tax system announced in the recent Budget will see new car buyers who opt for more sustainable vehicles, such as hybrid electrics and EVs, benefit with better value through lower VRT. Petrol and diesel cars with higher emissions will be more expensive.

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