Jaguar charges ahead with new electric I-Pace

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

“Where other companies talk about the future, we build it. We have torn up the rule book to create the newest member of the Pace family, the all-electric Jaguar I-Pace,” boasts Dr Ralf Speth, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover.

New Volvo XC40 is 2018 European Car of the Year

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

The new Volvo XC40 compact SUV has been named the 2018 European Car of the Year.

It is Volvo Cars' first win of this award, and its president Håkan Samuelsson says the timing is great.

New Mini convertible is open for business

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

Mini says it has taken its modern classic convertible and given it lots of little tweaks and refinements that add up to something extra special.

Toyota to phase out diesel passenger cars in 2018

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

Toyota will phase out diesel engines from all its passenger cars except the Land Cruiser (+ HiLux and Proace) in 2018, and will focus on what it describes as more environmentally sustainable vehicles, led by self-charging hybrid electric cars.

Ford debuts new Mustang Bullitt for Europe

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

Ford has delivered European public debuts for the new Ford Mustang Bullitt which is set to go into production for customers in Europe from June.

New BMW X2 sports activity coupe on the way

Thu, Mar 15, 2018

The new BMW X2 goes on sale next week with an entry level price tag of €50,320 for the xDrive20d SE, 190bhp version.

With its unmistakable design and sporty urban feel, BMW boasts that its new X2 breaks new ground as a unique and exciting addition to the BMW X model range.

Mercedes adds six-cylinder engine and permanent AWD option for X-Class

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class, with a powerful six-cylinder engine and 4Matic permanent all-wheel drive, celebrated its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show this week.

February new car sales hold steady

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

New car registrations remain steady, but the market is still down by 3.47 per cent for the year-to-date, acording to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

February registrations are in line (17,081) when compared to the similar month in 2017 (17,089), while new cars registrations year to date remain -3.5 per cent (54,143) down on the same period last year (56,092).

Volkswagen gives go ahead for its first SUV cabriolet

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

Volkswagen has given the green light for a new cabriolet based on the T-Roc SUV.

Tarraco is the name choice for Seat’s third SUV

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

Tarraco, the old Roman name for the Spanish city of Tarragona, will be the name of Seat’s third new SUV.

Citroen’s new C4 Cactus, a comfortable hatchback

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

At the Geneva Motor Show this week, Citroen will present its new C4 Cactus for the first time at an international motor show.

Citroen calls its C4 Cactus the brand’s new ultra-comfortable compact hatchback. The French carmaker says it has been substantially upgraded, moving up market in terms of technology and engines, while continuing to stand apart through its unique personality and levels of comfort. The new car’s styling is certainly as bold and modern as ever, and gains enhanced status.

New Peugeot 508 to debut in Geneva

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

The first images of the new Peugeot 508 have been unveiled. The radical new exterior design is sharper, sleeker, while Peugeot says the car’s eye-catching interior includes an evolution of the iconic Peugeot i-Cockpit.

New Audi A7 Sportback on the way

Thu, Mar 08, 2018

Audi Ireland has revealed the pricing of its new A7 Sportback, which goes on sale in the coming months.

Prices start from €78,150 on the road for the A7 Sportback, which is a new style of Gran Turismo. Audi says it offers systematic digitalisation, a contemporary new design, and an optimal space concept for a truly unique driving experience - praise indeed.

New 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV to break cover

Thu, Mar 01, 2018

Mitsubishi Motor Company will celebrate two debuts at the Geneva International Motor Show on March 6. In addition to the European premiere of the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept, it will have the global premiere of the new 2019 model year Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The latter will be introduced to the European market towards the end of the year.

Lexus UX urban compact crossover breaks cover

Thu, Mar 01, 2018

The eagerly anticipated Lexus UX urban compact crossover has broken cover with the release of a first official image and video clip ahead of its world debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show on March 6.

Honda’s new CR-V to debut

Thu, Mar 01, 2018

From the world’s bestselling SUV to the futuristic Sports EV Concept, Honda tells us it will showcase a range of its latest and most exciting vehicles and concepts at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show next month.

The latest generation of the Honda CR-V will make its European premiere in Geneva. Available for the first time in Europe with the option of a hybrid powertrain, the new SUV raises the bar in terms of quality, interior packaging and refinement. We expect to see the new CR-V in Ireland before the end of 2018.

Top tips for driving in snow and icy conditions

Wed, Feb 28, 2018

Temperatures are dropping across the country and heavy snow fall and ice is forecast in the coming days. Driving in these conditions can be unsettling and dangerous, preparation is key to staying safe on the roads in this hazardous weather.

New BMW 4 promises to deliver the X factor

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

BMW has revealed the first images of the second generation of what it describes as one of the world’s most recognisable sports activity coupé – the X4.