Tolls across Ireland to increase

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Tolls on the country’s national road network are to increase from July 1.

Mondello Park and BMW Ireland extend partnership

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Mondello Park and BMW Ireland have extended their partnership, which will bring two new models to the Irish market, the BMW M240i Coupe and the BMW 218i M Sport Gran Coupe.

Way to prevent drain on electric car batteries

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

In Europe, all electric vehicles are tested against a standardised metric for range. The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) measures the range of all electric vehicles.

It does this while the car is travelling at an average speed of 46.3km/h in summer temperatures from a 100 per cent to zero per cent state of charge.

Electric E-Transit Courier van on the way

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Ford Pro has recently revealed its new E-Transit Courier, which it describes as a new all-electric commercial vehicle bringing enhanced connectivity and productivity for compact van customers.

Driving for work - summer safety tips

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

With the arrival of summer, roads become busier with bicycles, motorcycles, caravans, agricultural vehicles, visiting tourists, and increased traffic congestion. It is crucial to exercise extra caution and vigilance, particularly during school holidays when more children are present, as their actions may be unpredictable due to their limited awareness of vehicle-related dangers.

New all-electric Maxus eDeliver 7 van unveiled

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Maxus has unveiled the eDeliver 7, its newest all-electric commercial offering for right-hand drive markets.

May EV sales double up on last year

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

New figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry show 1,725 new electric vehicles were registered during the month of May - more than double the number registered in May 2022 (743).

There have also been 12,875 new EVs registered so far this year, up almost 56 per cent (8,258) on the same period last year. However, that still accounts for just 17 per cent of overall Irish new car registrations.

New look and added tech for Audi A6 and A7

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

The Audi A6 and Audi A7 model lines are being updated for the 2024 model year.

New look NCT certificate now released

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

The National Car Testing Service has commenced the issuing of a new-look NCT certificate.

Toyota Ireland’s hybrid electric drivers' initiative

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Toyota Ireland initiative, titled 'Hybrid Nation’ aims to promote the zero emissions driving capabilities of its latest generation Corolla, Yaris Cross, Yaris and Toyota C-HR hybrid electrics

New BMW 5 Series saloon on the way

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

The new BMW 5 Series range will go on sale here in October, with an entry-level 520i priced from €69,850.

A warning about real world EV battery ranges

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

In Europe, all electric vehicles are tested against a standardised metric for range. The Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) measures the range of all electric vehicles (EVs).

Note that it does this while the car is travelling at an average speed of 46.3km/h in summer temperatures from a 100 per cent to zero per cent state of charge.

New Range Rover Sport SV performance flagship

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

To anyone that knows me, it is no secret the latest Range Rover Sport is one of my favourite cars.

Kia EV9 SUV on the way before the year's end

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

The Kia EV9 will go on sale here in November. It will be Kia's first three-row fully-electric SUV and new flagship model.

Nissan and Renault do well in latest ADAS ratings

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

The latest set of assisted driving gradings have been released by Euro NCAP, based on assessments of three new vehicles, the Alfa Romeo Tonale (moderate’, Nissan Ariya (very good) and Renault Austral (very good).

New Mini Cooper Electric on the way

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The next generation of the Mini family is now being launched with the Mini Cooper Electric.

Peugeot offers improved availability of van range

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The availability of commercial Peugeot vehicles has notably improved in 2023, according to Peugeot, although it has yet to fully return to pre-existing levels.

"As we progress through the year, we are gradually reclaiming our once strong market share in the light commercial sector," Puegeot says.

Mercedes-Benz launches premium new Citan van

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The new Mercedes-Benz second-generation entry-level van, Citan, has just gone on sale with a premium offering.

232 Toyota Hybrid Open Weekend at Tony Burke Motors

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Tony Burke Motors is hosting an open weekend to show off its Toyota electric hybrid range.

New Toyota Prius on the way

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Toyota Ireland is launching the fifth generation of the Prius in July. It will be available exclusively as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and is priced from €45,900.

Toyota Ireland expects demand for the new Prius to be high, and is urging customers to contact their local dealers to get ahead of the surge.

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