Majority of Irish motorists unaware of EU tyre labels

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

The EU introduced a tyre label in 2012 that was aimed at providing consumers across Europe with key performance information at the point of sale when they were faced with choosing a new tyre for their vehicle. On May 1 this year, the EU introduced a new and improved version of the tyre label, simplifying the way the performance detail is featured on the label and showing some additional attributes of the tyre. The trouble is, in Ireland at least, not many people know about its existence.

Test drive the new Ioniq 5 in Connolly’s Hyundai Galway

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Hyundai's exciting new electric car, the Ioniq 5, has just landed in Connolly's Hyundai Galway.

Rav 4 continues to deliver with new plug-in hybrid

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Toyota's popular hybrid SUV, the Rav4, is launching in a long-range all wheel drive plug-in hybrid in Ireland later this year.

Boasting a best-in-class driving range of up to 75km in zero emissions EV mode on a full battery charge, this fuel-efficient SUV comes in two grades (Sol and Sport). Prices will start from €48,275 or €354 per month with Toyota Easy PCP Finance.

Get ready for adventure with the all-hybrid Yaris Cross

Thu, Aug 26, 2021

Toyota’s newest hybrid SUV, the Yaris Cross, is set to arrive in Ireland in October, and Toyota says this vehicle is a car both for adventure and inner city driving.

ESB unveils first high power EV charging hub

Thu, Aug 12, 2021

The ESB has unveiled its first eight bay, high power electric vehicle charging hub.

Mercedes-Benz ups the pace in move to EV options

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

Mercedes-Benz has announced that from 2025 all newly launched models will be electric-only and there will also be an all-electric alternative for every model the company makes.

New Renault Arkana available to order

Thu, Aug 05, 2021

The new Renault Arkana is available now to pre-order at Renault dealerships across Ireland with pricing starting from €28,990.

New Fiat 500 impresses in latest Green NCAP tests

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Green NCAP has published the emissions results of three new hatchback cars.

Ireland meets ELVs recycling targets for second year

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Behind the scenes for most motorists is good news in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) publication of the national results for End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) recycling for 2019. It showed that once again Ireland has both met and exceeded the 85 per cent reuse and recycling and the 95 per cent reuse and recovery targets for the treatment of ELVs.

NCT revokes 34,000 certs issued to owners in ‘system error’

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

The National Car Testing Service (NCTS) has revoked 34,000 two-year NCT certificates, which were incorrectly issued to vehicle owners. This was due to a “system error” by the national car tester.

Opel to go fully electric by 2028

Thu, Jul 29, 2021

Opel says it will only offer battery electric vehicles in Europe as of 2028.

Renault Trafic offer available throughout July and August

Thu, Jul 22, 2021

Renault Ireland says it has seen strong growth in its fleet business this year, and for the 212-registration period, has released an offer on the Renault Trafic LL30 Energy dCi Business.

Dynamic new Opel Astra will be here early in 2022

Thu, Jul 22, 2021

Opel has revealed its new sixth generation Astra, the brand’s bestseller which first surfaced 30 years ago.

Dynamic as never before, with sheer, taut surfaces, and sporting the distinctive new Opel Vizor face, the Astra will be available in petrol, diesel and, for the very first time, as a plug-in hybrid.

Toyota adds incentive to stop mobile phone use while driving

Thu, Jul 22, 2021

With the empty roads of the last lockdown quickly becoming a distant memory, Toyota is reminding drivers to be mindful in the car and keep their phones faced down for the duration of their journeys.

Volkswagen leads Irish market in electric vehicle sales

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

Despite a relatively late arrival to the electric vehicle scene, Volkswagen has enjoyed a strong start to its electrification goals.

Ranger and Transit top Ford’s 212 CV offers

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

Ford’s 212 registration sales promotion includes a mix of price savings on selected models coupled with low APR finance packages of 2.9 per cent.

Opel drives Irish rugby for next three years

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

Opel Ireland has become the new, exclusive car partner to the IRFU in a three-year Irish rugby sponsorship agreement spanning both the men’s and women’s international teams.

Renault to launch new battery-electric vehicles by 2025

Thu, Jul 15, 2021

Renault Group says it will launch 10 new battery-electric vehicles by 2025, seven of them for the Renault brand.

This is the French car maker's latest development in its ambition to deliver a broader range of pure-electric vehicles.

Driving advice for easy summer living

Thu, Jul 08, 2021

This is the time of year when we pack up our cars and head off on our summer holidays, living in the hope that the summer sunshine will also arrive.

Headford Road Car Dismantlers registered for unwanted car recycling

Thu, Jul 01, 2021

Car owners are required by law to deposit an unwanted car with a vehicle recycling facility for recycling.

A registered Authorised Treatment Facility is the only business that can issue owner with a Certificate of Destruction when a car is scrapped. Owners should always receive an end of life certificate on collection or drop off. There is a free collection available in County Galway.

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