Ford unveils Next-Gen Ranger Raptor

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Ford has unveiled its next-generation Ranger Raptor, which it says offers more power, more capability and more technology.

Toyota boasts strong stock of its key models

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

After a strong start to Q1, Toyota has maintained its position as Ireland’s best-selling car brand for 2022 to date.

Toyota says its market leadership is underpinned by the consumer migration towards more sustainable electrified vehicles with an increase of 35 per cent in hybrid uptake in comparison with the same time last year.

Electric car sales double in February

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

A total of 1,620 new electric cars were registered in February, which is more than double the number registered during the same month last year (805), according to new figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

Galway leading new car sales in 2022

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Co Galway is one of three counties that has grown its new car sales in the last two months compared to January/February 2021.

XC40 Recharge is among Volvo updates

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Volvo Cars is introducing a range of updates to its entire car line-up, the most prominent of which is an exterior refresh of its fully electric XC40 Recharge.

VW, Renault, Lexus and Ford score big in Euro NCAP

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Euro NCAP has just published its first results of 2022 with the safety ratings of seven vehicles, including the Volkswagen Polo and the new Taigo crossover, both of which earned five stars.

Electric Ford E-Transit van collects Euro NCAP Gold

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

The all-electric Ford E-Transit has received a Gold Award from independent vehicle safety authority Euro NCAP for its advanced driver assistance systems.

‘Refashioned’ Mercedes-Benz CLS arrives

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

The latest up-styled version of what many regard as one of the most elegant models ever produced by Mercedes-Benz, the four-door, coupé-like CLS, has arrived in Ireland.

Constructed on an E-Class platform, with all that suggests in terms of its roominess and visual presence, Mercedes-Benz says the CLS is justifiably considered a ‘dream car’ of their range combining executive-class comfort with a distinctly sporty appeal.

Striking new VW Amarok pick-up design revealed

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

The new Amarok will be launched on the global market in 2022 with Volkswagen saying that it will have a whole host of new features. It adds that these will include numerous driver assistance systems that are new in this segment and will make daily driving much more comfortable for future Amarok customers.

What’s more it says, the completely new development with numerous convenience functions will give the new ‘wolf’ even better off- road characteristics than previous generations thanks to greater ground clearance.

Kia’s EV6 Irish COTY win adds to growing awards list

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

Kia Ireland must be still celebrating retaining the Irish Car of the Year 2022 award for the impressive EV6. Kia also won this this award in 2020 for the Kia Soul making them back to back winners as no award was made in 2021.

Make the best of very high fuel prices

Thu, Mar 03, 2022

Anyone who has filled up with petrol or diesel in recent days will know to their cost just how high pump prices have risen.

Motorists admit taking ‘morning after’ driving risk Register of of drink-drivers mooted

Thu, Feb 24, 2022

Some 10 per cent of motorists admit that in the past year they have driven the day after a night out while possibly still over the legal blood-alcohol limit.

What was most the searched for used car in 2021?

Thu, Feb 24, 2022

Recent research was carried out by Carzone with a survey of more than 2,000 people in Ireland and 154 Irish car dealerships. It says of those in the market to buy their next car, more than two thirds (69 per cent) plan to purchase in the next three to 12 months.

Electric vehicle sets new world records

Thu, Feb 24, 2022

Porsche has set a new Guinness World Record with its Taycan Cross Turismo achieving the greatest altitude change by an electric vehicle (EV).

Hybrid electric cars outsell diesel for first time

Thu, Feb 03, 2022

Ireland’s move towards more sustainable, electrified motoring has taken a major jump.

Company Car & Van award winners announced

Thu, Feb 03, 2022

The Company Car & Van award winners for 2022 have been announced, with the organisers describing the awards as a reflection of the changing nature of the SME fleet sector, as electric motoring grows ever larger.

Mercedes-Benz EQB arrives with seven-seat option

Thu, Feb 03, 2022

Mercedes-Benz continues to extend its presence in the all-electric segment with the Irish arrival of its new EQB compact SUV, available now with a family-size seven-seat option.

Kia EV6 is What Car? Car of the Year 2022

Thu, Feb 03, 2022

The What Car? Car of the Year 2022 award winners have been announced.

New Opel Mokka wins a Design of the Year award

Thu, Feb 03, 2022

The new Opel Mokka from sister brands has been awarded Top Gear’s 2021 Design of the Year.

Avoid unwanted surprises and check your tyres this winter season

Thu, Jan 27, 2022

TyreSafe, the charity dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of correct tyre maintenance and the dangers of defective and illegal tyres, is urging drivers to perform vital checks on their tyres this winter season.

Drivers should regularly perform checks on their tyres throughout the year, as they are the only point of the car in direct contact with the road, to ensure they are in good condition. However, the winter months present additional challenges including heavy rain, snow, ice and high winds. Motorists should make sure they have their tyres checked before retailers close for the Christmas break.

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