BMW 3 is best for a seventh time
Thu, Jan 26, 2012
The new BMW 3 Series saloon has lived up to the legacy of its predecessor having been crowned What Car? Best Compact Executive Car 2012 for the seventh consecutive year with the 320d SE.
The BMW 3 Series saloon reigned supreme in the compact executive category, recognised for remaining ahead of the competition in every way. With its efficient dynamics package making this 3 the most economical car in its class, it appeals to both business and retail customers.
Read more ...For Volkswagen the way ‘up’ looks bright
Thu, Jan 26, 2012
Even before it has arrived on British or Irish roads, the new Volkswagen Up has claimed top honours at the prestigious What Car? awards, being named Car of the Year for 2012 as well as best City Car.
Read more ...New Fiat Panda arrives in the spring
Thu, Jan 26, 2012
The Fiat Panda re-defined the city car genre when it was launched in 1980, offering unparalleled versatility and interior space in a compact, manoeuvrable and affordable package.
Read more ...Donnelly comes out of retirement for Galway Rally
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
Irish rally legend Eugene Donnelly will come out of retirement for the 2012 Irish Tarmac Rally Championship which starts in Galway next month.
Donnelly will drive the McGeehan Motorsport WRC MINI at the 2012 Safety Direct Galway International Rally on February 5.
Read more ...New 2012 Mitsubishi Pajero SUV arrives
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
The new Mitsubishi Pajero has just been updated/
A spokesman told the Advertiser it is the strongest, quietest, safest, and smartest Pajero built.
Toyota is top brand and Focus is top model
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
Toyota is the top selling new car brand/marque of 2011, according to figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.
Read more ...Toyota leads industry with lowest CO2 average in Europe
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
Toyota Motor Europe has been confirmed as the automotive industry leader with lowest CO2 emissions.
In the recently published 2010 final report by the European Commission and European Environmental Agency, Toyota’s fleet-wide CO2 average was 112.2g/km (comprising of both Toyota and Lexus vehicles). This was well below the industry average of 140g/km and some 16g/km ahead of the commission’s 128.35g/km target for Toyota.
Read more ...High quality service and special offers at Sasha Auto
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
Sasha Auto has achieved its uniqueness in the motor trade by merging its car parts shop and high quality car service.
Read more ...New Range Rover Evoque wins more than fifty awards
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
The Range Rover Evoque has added more awards to its portfolio, taking the total to 53 since its launch in September this year.
Read more ...Volvo Ocean Race cars inspired by the sea
Thu, Jan 19, 2012
The Volvo Ocean Race editions are inspired by the world's most gruelling ocean adventure. They are now available from your local Volvo dealer. For Ireland the Volvo Ocean Race has special meaning – more than 500,000 people attended the spectacular stopover in Galway during the 2008/2009 race. The Volvo Ocean Race was so warmly received here in 2009 that for the 2011/ 2012 race Galway is the ultimate destination, with the race finishing here in July this year.
"The Volvo Ocean race is now very well understood in Ireland," commented David Baddeley, managing director of Volvo Cars in Ireland. "I believe that a combination of the Volvo Ocean Race themed features and excellent value for money will make the Volvo Ocean Race Edition a popular choice for our customers over the coming months."
Read more ...Volkswagen Golf remains Europe's best-selling car
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
The Volkswagen Golf remains Europe's best-selling car with sales increasing one per cent in November compared to a year earlier, but down by 1.7 per cent year-to-date, according to the latest analysis from Jato Dynamics.
Read more ...Tyre technology improves running shoe grip
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Continental Tyres, the European market leader in the car tyre segment, has used its tyre manufacturing expertise to help Adidas develop a new model of running shoes.
The manufacturer was approached by the leading sports brand’s innovation team to apply their resources and expertise to develop an outsole with a strong grip ideal for trail and outdoor sports shoes.
Read more ...Focus is first to receive four NCAP advanced rewards
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Named as Continental Irish Compact Family Car of the Year 2012, the new Ford Focus has become the first car to receive four Euro NCAP advanced safety rewards after its driver alertand forward alert technologies were honoured this week.
Read more ...One in four Irish drivers considers downgrading insurance
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
One in four drivers in Ireland have either considered or made the switch from fully comprehensive to third party or third party fire and theft motor insurance within the last two years due to tighter personal finances, a new study by the AA has revealed.
Read more ...New Honda 1.6 diesel engine confirmed
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Honda Motor Company has developed a new generation of engines called ‘Earth Dreams Technology’. This new engine series will deliver excellent performance and environmental values and will be gradually introduced throughout the Honda range.
The first engine from this series for Europe will be a newly developed 1.6 diesel engine. Designed for the European market, this new smaller diesel engine will first be mounted on Honda’s new Civic. It is expected the new diesel version will be launched in late 2012.
Read more ...Nissan gets used to Qashqai awards
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Nissan's Qashqai crossover has been voted Used Car of the Year in Britain by used car pricing experts CAP for the second year in a row.
Read more ...Fiat and Alfa Romeo get five-year warranty
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Fiat Group Automobiles Ireland is introducing a new five-year, 100,000km warranty, complete with five years of roadside assistance cover, on all FIAT vehicles sold in Ireland from January 1, 2012.
The comprehensive warranty package is designed to give buyers of Fiat and Alfa Romeo vehicles added peace of mind in these uncertain economic times and underscores the Fiat Group's confidence in the quality and robustness of the vehicles it produces.
Read more ...New Lexus sports coupé concept for Detroit
Thu, Jan 12, 2012
Lexus will unveil a new LF-LC 2+2 sports coupé concept at the North American International Auto Show which takes place in Detroit this week.
Read more ...2012 Audi A4 goes on sale in February
Thu, Jan 05, 2012
This year Audi passed the 10 million Audi A4 sales mark. The current model (eighth generation) A4 has become the class leader here since it was launched in early 2008.
Read more ...New 2012 Jeep range now on sale here
Thu, Jan 05, 2012
Fiat Group Automobiles Ireland has announced details of the 2012 Jeep range which is now on sale in Jeep dealerships across Ireland. The line up consists of three models, the Jeep Compass, iconic Jeep Wrangler, and flagship Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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