Refreshed Qashqai gets new tech
Thu, Apr 18, 2024
The Nissan Qashqai has received a comprehensive refresh to its exterior - as well as significant technology updates such as Google built-in - a first for Nissan in Europe.
One of the most commonly used features on the Qashqai has been significantly upgraded. Around View Monitor [AVM] is a signature Nissan technology which dates back to 2007. The newly upgraded AVM tech employs four cameras to deliver an even better view in all light conditions.
Read more ...Toyota topped first quarter sales
Thu, Apr 11, 2024
Toyota Ireland once again closed the first quarter of 2024 as Ireland’s best-selling car brand for the fourth year in a row.
Read more ...Happy 50th birthday for Golf
Thu, Apr 11, 2024
On March 29 exactly 50 years ago, Volkswagen began production of its Golf in Wolfsburg, Germany. The successor to the legendary Beetle, the Golf would become the most successful Volkswagen and best-selling European car of all time.
Read more ...C-HR hybrid for sale in Ireland
Thu, Apr 11, 2024
The new Toyota C-HR Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) is now available at dealerships across the country, with prices starting from €45,315 (before delivery).
Read more ...Kia EV9 wins World Car of the Year
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
The Kia EV9 has achieved an impressive dual victory at the 2024 World Car Awards. Revealed during a live announcement at the World Car Awards ceremony at the New York Auto Show last week, the EV9 secured prestigious titles for both World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle.
Read more ...Irish pricing confirmed for electric Ford Explorer
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
It has been over a year since Ford unveiled its new fully-electric Explorer, and Irish pricing has now finally been confirmed. It will be priced from €42,120 in Ireland with government EV subsidies applied, and is due to arrive here in September.
Read more ...New luxury people carriers from Mercedes
Thu, Apr 04, 2024
Mercedes-Benz has announced the Irish arrival of its latest V-Class and all-electric EQV equivalent – two ‘luxuriously appointed’ people carriers to replace existing models.
Read more ...ID. Buzz GTX is VW's most powerful van
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Fresh from unveiling the new ID.3 GTX and ID.7 GTX, Volkswagen has now revealed "the most powerful Bulli of all time" in the form of the ID. Buzz GTX. 'Bulli' is German slang for a van which may carry passengers and freight.
Read more ...AI inside for VW's new Crafter
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Volkswagen Commercials has revealed the new 2024 Crafter van, which will see pre-sales start in most European markets in a few weeks’ time.
Volkswagen in Germany says the updated Crafter is being taken to a higher level by means of an extensive tech update, including Artificial Intelligence software.
Read more ...Nissan and Honda to explore EV hook-up
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Nissan and Honda have signed a memorandum of understanding on exploring the possibilities of building electric vehicles together.
Read more ...Alfa to unveil Milano mini SUV
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Alfa Romeo will take the wraps off its new Milano next month during an event in Italy, which will be livestreamed on Wednesday, April 10.
Read more ...New Suzuki Swift Hybrid from €21,495
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
The new fourth generation Suzuki Swift Hybrid will go on sale in Ireland from April. It comes with enhanced but familiar exterior and interior designs, an even higher standard equipment specification than before, improved performance, lower CO2 emissions and better fuel economy.
Read more ...Volvo and Renault begin van joint venture
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Following joint venture agreements signed last October, Volvo Group and Renault Group have obtained regulatory approval to launch their new company, Flexis SAS.
The new van-making venture will be based in France, and will build fully-electric commercial vehicles to "address the growing needs of decarbonised and efficient urban logistics".
Read more ...Peugeot unveils seven-seater with 660km range
Thu, Mar 28, 2024
Peugeot has unveiled the new E-5008. This is a fully-electric replacement for its popular seven-seater SUV.
Read more ...BMW's X2 and iX2 arrive
Thu, Mar 21, 2024
The second generation of BMW's X2 Sports Activity Coupé - which for the first time, is partnered by a fully-electric version - has arrived in Ireland.
Read more ...Honda most reliable car manufacturer for 2023
Thu, Mar 21, 2024
Honda was the most reliable car manufacturer in 2023, according to new research from Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) in Britain.
Read more ...Kia EV9 named 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year
Thu, Mar 14, 2024
The Kia EV9 has been named the ‘World's Best Car for 2024’ by a panel of judges at the Women's Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY). Fittingly, this recognition coincided with International Women's Day, celebrated last Friday.
Read more ...Galway a top road trip destination this Patrick's weekend
Thu, Mar 14, 2024
Galway has been revealed as one of Ireland's most popular destinations this St Patrick’s Day bank holiday weekend.
Read more ...Incentive proposed by Skoda to promote Biofuel use
Thu, Mar 14, 2024
Skoda Ireland and Certa have launched a new joint campaign aimed at encouraging owners and would-be buyers of new diesel cars to use HVO biofuel to significantly lower their motoring carbon emissions.
Read more ...Limited-time Seat Arona offer
Thu, Mar 14, 2024
Seat Ireland has launched a new special March-only offer on its Arona compact SUV.
As part of this, interested buyers can avail of Seat's safety features bundle, which includes front collision alert, tiredness alert, lane keep assist, and rear parking sensors, all as standard on the Arona.
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