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.

Renault/Dacia special offers

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Renault Group tells us it has special offers on models ordered and registered by March 31 across its Renault and Dacia passenger car and LCV ranges.

Tony Burke Motors is honoured at motor industry awards

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

Galway's Toyota dealer Tony Burke Motors was on the podium at the recent SIMI Irish Motor Industry Awards in Dublin.

Super new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van on the way

Thu, Feb 22, 2018

The latest generation of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter panel van will be launched here in Ireland in June, having just made its world premiere.

Top tips for keeping your car running during the cold spell

Fri, Feb 16, 2018

Spring has arrived; in name but not in nature.
The weather has been dreadful in February but at least we can go inside the house to warm up. But what about our poor cars?

Mazda’s award winning Vision Coupe concept

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

The stunning Mazda ‘Vision Coupe ‘ has won the Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year at the 33rd Festival Automobile International.

Three trophies for Kia at prestigious design awards

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Kia Motors has won three prestigious 2018 ‘iF design’ awards, reinforcing the brand’s reputation for striking car design.

The new Kia Stinger fastback sports sedan, Stonic compact crossover, and Picanto city car, were each awarded prizes in the ‘Product Design’ category.

Honda is driving Guinness Pro14 final series

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Honda Ireland has become the official car partner of this season’s Guinness PRO 14 final series.

New Volkswagen Touareg SUV on the way

Thu, Feb 15, 2018

Volkswagen is kicking off the new automotive year with the world premiere of its new Touareg and the entire range of its technical capabilities and comprehensive features on March 23 in Beijing.

Significantly for the Irish market, the new model Touareg will not be available as an N1 model, so those registered for VAT may still wish to pick up the current model.

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