New Ford Transit delivers more in every way

Thu, Feb 20, 2014

Ford's Transit model name is a brand that marketeers dream of creating. It has not been an overnight success story, but one that has evolved from the school of hard work and prudent planning. Famed for durability and being a man's van, the latest new Transit 2-tonne will go on sale here within a couple of months.

Quality tyres at the best possible prices at Fahy Tyre Worx

Thu, Feb 20, 2014

Fahy Tyre Worx, located in Ballindooley on the Headford Road, is committed to providing the best quality tyres, exhausts, and catalytic converters at value prices.

Opel's Meriva gets more style and substance

Thu, Feb 20, 2014

The Opel Meriva is a car that has surprised me for some time - primarily because it has been so under-rated by Irish motorists.

Hyundai Cracks the Top Three

Thu, Feb 20, 2014

Following a bumper January, when Hyundai sold a record number of cars, Hyundai Ireland are proud to confirm that Hyundai Irelands fastest growing car brand is now Irelands Newest Leading Car brand.

Hyundai have achieved a market share of 10.12% up from 7.85% market share achieved for the year 2013 and has moved into 3rd place in the Irish car market.

Cousins claim first international rally win

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Donegal cousins Declan and Brian Boyle took their first ever international win in the Colm Quinn BMW Galway International Rally.

Volkswagen ‘kicks-off’ Six Nations campaign

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Volkswagen, Ireland’s official car supplier to the IRFU, has kicked of its RBS Six Nations Rugby campaign.

According to Paul O’Sullivan, head of marketing for Volkswagen Passenger Cars: “Volkswagen and the IRFU share the same enduring qualities - performance, power, class and style. We wish the team the best in the Six Nations tournament and will be supporting them all the way.”

Hyundai makes its marque joining the top three

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Hyundai Ireland has joined the higher echelons of new car sales in this country, slotting into third place with record sales in January.

Drivers texting cause near misses on the road

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Sending or reading mobile phone texts has been identified as the most common dangerously distracting activity for drivers on Ireland’s roads.

Ford Focus strengthens lead as global best seller

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Ford tells us the Focus continues to be the best-selling vehicle nameplate in the world, based on its analysis of the just-released and latest Polk global vehicle registration data through the third quarter of 2013.

Quality tyres at the best possible prices at Fahy Tyre Worx

Thu, Feb 13, 2014

Fahy Tyre Worx, located in Ballindooley on the Headford Road, is committed to providing the best quality tyres, exhausts, and catalytic converters at value prices.

Established in 1975, the company is owned and operated by Niall Fahy, who has more than 10 years’ experience in the industry and a passion for tyres working within his family’s business, Fahy’s Garage Limited.

Tips on buying a used car

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Wherever you choose to buy, here are some general tips on buying a used car.

Quality tyres at the best possible prices at Fahy Tyre Worx

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Fahy Tyre Worx, located in Ballindooley on the Headford Road, is committed to providing the best quality tyres, exhausts, and catalytic converters at value prices.

Car market up nearly thirty-three per cent for January

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

The overall new car market for January 2014 is running at +32.97 per cent ahead of January last year. Soome 23,000 new cars have been sold last month as opposed to 17,242 in January 2013.

St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union will set the wheels in motion

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Car buying can be a daunting experience, and St Anthony’s & Claddagh Credit Union can help with some simple tips to help in the search for that dream car:

Toyota is No 1 for re-sale value in Ireland

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

A new independent study reveals Toyota cars retain their value longer than any other brand.

Government to enforce offences for car clocking and write-offs

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

The Minister of Transport, Leo Varadkar, is moving to deal with two issues that have been a dark shadow over the motor industry for a long time. The offences of car mileage clocking and write-offs returning to the road, perpetrated by a small number in the Irish motor industry, are at long last having their actions legislated for, with legal sanctions being put in place.

Galway Rally attracts capacity entry

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

More than 100 teams, including four-times winner Eugene Donnelly, will compete in this year’s Colm Quinn BMW Galway International Rally, representing a “significant increase” on last year.

New Seat Leon sports tourer arrives

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

Seat boasts its new Leon sports tourer (estate) demonstrates that thrilling sports character and exceptional everyday usability do not have to be mutually exclusive. It arrives with an entry level price €20,185 for the 1.2 TSi S petrol version.

It says this third member of the Leon family combines young, dynamic design and the precise handling of its siblings with an amazing degree of utility.

Skoda scoops prestigious What Car? family car award

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

The Skoda Octavia has scooped one of the top honours in Britain - the best family car title in the 2014 What Car? awards.

New Citroen seven-seater MPV has real substance

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

Citroen has launched its Grand C4 Picasso, the seven-seater version of the 2014 Continental Irish Car of the Year.

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