Toyota unveils RAV4 EV Concept
Thu, Nov 25, 2010
Toyota took the wraps off its new electric vehicle, the RAV4 EV Concept, at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
Read more ...Hyundai’s new small MPV for launch this week
Thu, Nov 18, 2010
The new Hyundai ix20, a more dynamic looking small MPV, is now on sale here.
Read more ...Shortlist for prestigious Continental Irish Car of the Year
Thu, Nov 18, 2010
A shortlist of 10 models for the Continental Irish Car of the Year 2011 has been announced by the Irish Motoring Writers Association.
The overall winner of the 2011 Continental Irish Car of the Year title will be announced at an awards ceremony in the Convention Centre Dublin, Spencer Dock, Dublin 1, on Thursday November 25, 2010.
Read more ...Ford's Transit Connect Electric van takes on cars
Thu, Nov 18, 2010
Ford will debut its new Transit Connect Electric van on the first RAC Future Car Challenge, a dynamic showcase for electric, hybrid and low-emission vehicles.
Read more ...Galwegians to receive a preview of the luxurious new Lexus CT
Thu, Nov 18, 2010
Galway motorists are set to receive a sneak preview of the new Lexus CT200h, which the company claims is the world’s first full hybrid luxury compact car.
Read more ...Kia Motors Ireland recalls small number of cars
Thu, Nov 18, 2010
On-going product testing and monitoring at Kia Motors has revealed a small number of Picanto models and fewer cee’d cars require remedial work. The small number of customers involved have been contacted to avoid any possible safety issues.
Read more ...Latest generation Volkswagen Jetta unveiled
Thu, Nov 11, 2010
The latest generation Jetta has made its European debut at an event held at the home of FC Bayern Munich, the Allianz Arena.
Read more ...Renault buyers help raise €45,000 for charity
Thu, Nov 11, 2010
Customers who bought a new Renault car in September have helped contribute to €45,000 raised for the Paralympics Council of Ireland in just one month.
Read more ...Let Sasha Autos get your car ready for the winter months
Thu, Nov 11, 2010
Before the winter takes hold take some time to maintain your car. Don’t wait for winter to have your battery, belts, hoses, radiator, oil, lights, brakes, tyres, exhaust system, heater/defroster, wipers, and ignition system checked. Sasha Auto has everything you need.
If it is in need of a service then take it in. Firstly make sure your car tyres are road worthy and in good repair. The condition of your vehicle’s tyres is important. Worn or damaged tyres can hamper your ability to drive safely. In Ireland the legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm. Especially during winter it makes sense to ensure the tread depth is double that as your tyres will be fighting for grip in rain, snow, and ice. Remember to check tyre air pressure frequently, as it decreases in cold weather. You should also check the tyres for general wear, cracking, bulging, pressure or objects caught in the tread. Sasha Auto offers free tyres check up.
Read more ...Nissan Leaf gets autumn production starts
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
Nissan has started production of the Leaf in Japan and this new 100 per cent electric, zero-emission vehicle is scheduled to go on sale in Japan and the United States next month and select markets in Europe, including Ireland, next year.
Read more ...Speed cameras acceptable at accident blackspots
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
Ireland’s new network of speed cameras, operated by a private company called GoSafe, will start operations next month.
Irish motorists support the use of these speed cameras at accident black spots to save lives, but they do not support hiding cameras in hedges in an effort to raise money. These are the findings from a major AA survey which received responses from 9,400 Irish drivers.
Read more ...Tomorrow's Volvo body panels serve as the car battery
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
Imagine a car whose body also serves as a rechargeable battery - a battery that stores braking energy while you drive and that also stores energy when you plug in the car overnight to recharge. A project is currently underway to turn this from a fascinating vision into a reality, and Volvo Cars is one out of nine participants in an international materials development project.
Read more ...Sporty new Audi A1 arrives with style
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
The new Audi A1 with an entry level price-tag of €18,995 ex-works is an ultra stylish vehicle that comes with a choice of SE, sport and S line specifications.
Read more ...Survey shows serious failings in car servicing standards
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
The AA has carried out a mystery shopping exercise which showed significant short-comings in the quality of car servicing carried out by garages.
Read more ...Auto diesel prices have risen sharply in past year
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
The price of a litre of petrol is now 131.0 cents on average, just barely down (0.2 cent) on the figure for September. Diesel has risen by 0.9 cent to an average of 124.8 cent, according to the latest monthly fuel price survey by AA Ireland.
“It has been a grim year for fuel prices, and that continues,” says Conor Faughnan. “Petrol now costs motorists 13.5 per cent more than it did last October. Diesel is 18.5 per cent more expensive than it was this time last year.”
Read more ...2011 Continental Irish Van of the Year contenders
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
The list of eligible vans for the title of Continental sponsored Irish Van of the Year 2011 award has been announced by the Irish Motoring Writers’ Association Van of the Year Jury.
Read more ...Lexus CT 200h leads the way with low CO2
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
Lexus tells us that pre-launch testing of the new CT 200h reveals it is a leading low-emissions vehicle in the European market, and has beaten earlier internal projections.
Read more ...World premiere of new Saab 9-4X for LA Show
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
With distinctive Scandinavian and aircraft-inspired looks, Saab says its new 9-4X offers car-like handling and ride characteristics that challenge class benchmarks.
Read more ...New CLS heralds busy 2011 for Mercedes-Benz
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
The new four-door CLS coupe, which arrives on the market here early next year, will be the first of six new models to be introduced by Mercedes-Benz in Ireland in 2011.
Read more ...Add R-Design to Volvo S60 for maximum dynamism
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
A Volvo Ireland executive hit me with a double barrel question at a recent meeting. How do you make the most dynamic Volvo even more dynamic? It will also look and handle even better, he said.
He said: "You add the Volvo R-Design treatment to the new Volvo S60 for just €3,120.”
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