Drop in popularity of convertibles in Ireland

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Convertibles are no longer as popular as they once were. Only 193 have been registered in Ireland between now and the beginning of 2020 – with just 10 of those being a 221 plate.

Most drivers think car headlights are too bright

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Almost a quarter of drivers claim they are regularly dazzled by oncoming car headlights, while nearly 90 per cent think some or most car headlights on the road are too bright.

Government aims to reduce daily use of petrol/diesel cars

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

The Department of Transport has launched its new Sustainable Mobility Policy, which sets out a national framework for active travel and public transport to 2030.

This new policy, which seems to be urban focused, aims to entice people to switch from the daily use of a petrol or diesel car to walking, cycling or using public transport. The policy also aims to support the goal to half Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Ford Mustang California Special lands in Europe

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

The quintessential style of west coast America has crossed the Atlantic as the Ford Mustang California Special arrives in Europe for the first time.

Ban on ‘price walking’ in motor insurance from July

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

A ban on ‘price walking’ in the motor and home insurance sectors will come into effect this July.

New Opel Grandland arrives this month

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Opel has announced pricing and equipment for the new Grandland range, ahead of its arrival here this month.

New Skoda Karoq gets an upgrade

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

The popular Skoda Karoq is getting an upgrade and is described as having a more refined design, sustainable materials, new technologies and a choice of efficient latest-generation EVO engines.

New Dacia Jogger seven-seater on the way

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Dacia has launched its new Jogger here with prices starting from €23,290, and says demand for this great value-for-money seven-seater is high.

One in four women admit wearing their seat belt incorrectly

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

The Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána are appealing to women to ensure they are wearing their seat belts correctly when driving or as a passenger in a vehicle.

New all-electric car brand on the horizon

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

A new car manufacturer plans its launch in the Republic of Ireland in the second-half of this year.

New Mazda CX-60 PHEV flagship is on the way

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Mazda has announced Irish prices starting from €49,500 for its new CX-60 flagship SUV, which it says is available to order now for delivery in the autumn.

VW launches new electric cargo vans

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has finally launched its much hyped rear-drive electric ID Buzz MPV and ID Buzz Cargo van. However, it will be the autumn at the earliest before it goes on sale here, with the chip shortages now adding to long production interruptions for wiring due to the war in Ukraine.

Electrifying Ireland’s vehicle fleet a ‘huge challenge’

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

A key environmental policy to have almost a million electric vehicles on Irish roads by 2030 will be a “huge challenge” unless the Government incentivises and supports dealing with the oldest polluting cars, while increasing the charging infrastructure nationwide.

Tractor drivers should stop using plough lamps on roads

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Tractor drivers are being advised that plough lamps to the rear of the vehicle should not be used when travelling on public roads.

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.

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