Tyre safety improves but we really need to be better

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Many surveys show that the majority of motorists in Ireland neglect their tyres, with some surveys showing that as many as one in eight motorists never check their tyres.

Full details of the new MG HS Plug-in Hybrid

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

MG Motor Ireland has revealed all the details of its forthcoming HS Plug-in Hybrid D-SUV, which will land in showrooms here later this year in time for the 251-registration period.

The new MG HS Plug-in Hybrid is offered in two trim levels, 'Excite' and 'Exclusive', with the Excite starting at €40,995 and the top of the range Exclusive variant priced from €43,995. All models are backed by a manufacturer warranty of seven-year/150,000-kilometres.

Revised Skoda Enyaq available from €48,900

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Skoda is entering 2025 with strong optimism. Following record-breaking sales and an anticipated third-place finish in the Irish market, the brand is confident it can replicate this success next year.

New Cupra Tavascan in showrooms next month

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The all new Cupra Tavascan is now available to configure and order, with the first models arriving in showrooms in December for test drives.

A1 Vehicle Sales and Services — keeping you motoring in Connemara

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The roads around Connemara are among the most beautiful in the county, but they are also demanding on most vehicles — that is why it is so important to have an excellent sales and service provider.

Driver number to be required when taking out motor insurance

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

From 31st March 2025, all motorists will be required to provide their driver number, and those of any named drivers, to their vehicle insurer when taking out motor insurance policies.

Give your business a Buzz

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland has introduced price reductions on its ID. Buzz Cargo. The Irish Van of the Year 2023 is now available from €48,495 after grants and €39,915 excluding VAT and including grants for commercial buyers. In addition, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland, in conjunction with Volkswagen Financial Services, has introduced zero per cent finance on selected models.

New online service to simplify transfer of vehicle ownership

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

A new online change of vehicle ownership service has been launched, which will allow private (non-trade) vehicle owners to transfer vehicle registration to another private owner, entirely online.

The new Government service will allow buyers to check vehicle details against the vehicle register. These include make/model, colour, motor tax status, test status, number of previous owners, and whether or not the vehicle was imported.

Pricing details for new Volvo EX40 and EC40

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Earlier this year, Volvo Cars announced that the fully-electric XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge models were being renamed to the EX40 and EC40 respectively.

Peugeot reveals new E-3008 SUV

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Peugeot has reiterated its commitment to offer a complete electric vehicle line-up as soon as 2025, and expects 100 per cent of its sales across Europe to be electric by 2030. By 2025, Peugeot also claims it will offer “the widest range of electric cars of any generalist brand in Europe”.

Order books open for seven-seat E-5008

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Peugeot Ireland has opened order books for the new 5008, a seven-seat SUV available with both hybrid and fully electric powertrains.

October new car registrations up ten per cent

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) this week released their official 242 new vehicle registrations statistics for October.

New car registrations for month of October were up 9.7% (2,423) when compared to October 2023 (2,208). Registrations year to date are down 1.2% (119,668) on the same period last year (121,134).

Citroen refreshes trio of vans

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Citroen has refreshed its light commercial vehicle line-up of the Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay, becoming the first van models to display the brand's new identity and logo.

New Citroen C3 will start from €23,400

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Citroen Ireland has announced pricing for the new C3 hatchback, with pre-orders for the 251-registration period open now.

New Nissan Qashqai from €39,900

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Nissan Ireland has announced pricing for its refreshed Qashqai, which is available in showrooms now with e-Power and mild hybrid powertrains.

Avoid nasty surprises by maintaining your car well

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Nobody likes having to shell out for a costly, unexpected repair job or replacement part for their car. Naturally, certain expenses cannot be avoided when it comes to motoring. However, the best way to sidestep any big, expensive surprises is to regularly stay on top of car maintenance.

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Scrapping tolls on shared cars to be election issue

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Toll waivers at off-peak times for shared cars and 20% cheaper bus fares are just some of the proposals published today by Mobility Partnership Ireland, which plans to make shared transport a general election issue.

Mobility Partnership Ireland (MPI), an industry group representing leading Irish companies in the shared transport sector such as car sharing, bike and car rental and bus services, said Ireland must act urgently to reduce costs for commuters using shared transport, cut congestion, and help Ireland to meet its carbon reduction targets.

Suzuki reveals first ever EV, the e-Vitara

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Suzuki Motor Corporation has unveiled its first ever mass-production battery electric vehicle (BEV) model, the e-Vitara.

New Suzuki Swift Hybrid from €21,495

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

The fourth generation Suzuki Swift Hybrid is available in Ireland and 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.

Nissan offers two new cars for the price of one

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Nissan is giving new car buyers the opportunity "to buy two new cars for the price of one" and to also avail of attractive low finance rates across its full range of electric, hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles.

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