Tips for Your First Time Driving A Van

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

When you first pick up your new van, it can be very exciting – even if you’ve decided to opt for a second-hand one. But if you’ve never driven a van before, you will probably find that it is a bit different from driving a car. Some people struggle to drive vans, but others pick it up in no time at all. The good news is that it isn’t too tricky, as long as you prepare. Read on to find out some of our top tips for driving a van for the first time.

Ford adds Puma ST-Line X Vignale and seven-speed automatic

Thu, Sep 24, 2020

Ford has continued to expand the new Puma range with additional powertrain and equipment level options.

New Yaris sets benchmark for small family car safety

Thu, Sep 24, 2020

Euro NCAP has revealed the results of the first car to be rated according its revamped 2020 protocols, and first past the post was the Toyota Yaris, which has received five stars.

BMW iX3 pricing and specifications for Ireland

Thu, Sep 24, 2020

Following the announcement of the first fully electric-powered BMW X model earlier this summer, BMW has revealed the launch specifications for the two exclusive editions of the BMW iX3 in the Irish market.

Toyota renews its ‘face it down’ appeal as motorists continue to use mobile phones while driving

Thu, Sep 17, 2020

Some 59 per cent of Irish motorists have looked at their phones while driving within the last year, according to new nationwide research carried out by iReach on behalf of Toyota Ireland.

Kia reveals new design for Stinger

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Kia has released the first images of the upgraded Kia Stinger, revealing a refreshed design for the high-performance fastback sports sedan.

Galway firm adds Mercedes Actros to forty strong fleet

Thu, Sep 10, 2020

Galway-based waste management company, Walsh Waste, has enhanced its fleet of Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles with the recent addition of a new Actros 2535L rear loader refuse truck.

Factory painted in the company’s distinctive red and black livery, and complete with a body supplied by Logic Fleet, Dublin, the new unit will soon be put through its paces collecting waste throughout Galway and the surrounding counties.

Toyota Ireland partners with Chadwicks to give away new Proace City

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Toyota Ireland has teamed up with Irish builders' merchants Chadwicks to give customers the chance to win a new 211 Toyota Proace City.

Audi Galway wins best presentation in car dealership awards

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Audi in Galway has received an award for Best Presented Cars in Connacht.

The dealership is among the winners of the 2020 Car Dealership Awards which are hosted by CarsIreland.ie and Ulster Bank’s Lombard to recognise and reward exceptional marketing in the car industry.

New Kia Carnival promises unrivalled style, space and comfort

Thu, Aug 27, 2020

The new Kia Carnival heralds the brand’s fourth-generation flagship MPV.

Irish traffic returning to pre-pandemic levels

Thu, Aug 27, 2020

The level of traffic throughout Ireland is returning to pre-pandemic levels, the Central Statistics Office (CSO) has said.

Toyota Proace City has arrived at Tony Burke Motors

Thu, Aug 27, 2020

Toyota’s latest addition to its commercial range, the Proace City, has arrived at Tony Burke Motors.

New Toyota Yaris hybrid on the way

Thu, Aug 20, 2020

The new fourth-generation Yaris hybrid hatchback is on the way in the next couple of months. It is built on Toyota’s newest platform, which also underpins the latest Corolla, C-HR and RAV4 models.

Toyota offers range of incentives for drivers’ electric journeys

Thu, Aug 20, 2020

Toyota Ireland's trade-in and PCP finance offers will be available to customers for a limited time period.

From August 10 to September 30, Toyota customers can avail of a trade-in of up to €3,000, PCP offers from 2.9% with Toyota Financial Services and three years' servicing as standard for all customers.

Free tyre checks at Kevin Burke Tyres

Thu, Aug 20, 2020

As children return to school, parents are being urged to ensure cars used on the school run are fitted with safe and legal tyres.

Mercedes-Benz prepares for new eSprinter van launch

Thu, Aug 13, 2020

Mercedes-Benz in Ireland is expanding its e-van range with the introduction of new eSprinter van range.

Save fuel, money and emissions on motoring staycations

Thu, Aug 13, 2020

With the August holidays underway for many, some will be jumping into their cars and heading off on a well-earned staycation. For those who have not switched to an electric vehicle and are still driving a petrol or diesel car, the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has some tips to help you drive more efficiently. This will help you use less fuel, reduce your emissions and also stay safe, not only this weekend but all the time.

Summer driving advice

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

With the emphasis this year on staycations, most Irish holidaymakers will be travelling to destinations by car. High temperatures and the busy roads of summer can put extra demands on cars and drivers, so it is important drivers take extra safety precautions to ensure they arrive at their destination safely.

New Suzuki Ignis now on sale here ahead of UK launch

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

Suzuki tells us the Ignis model line has undergone a facelift, with renewed styling and powertrain. While retaining the design characteristics of the current model, Suzuki boasts the new Ignis reinforces its unique position as the only ultra-compact SUV.

202 registrations to herald start of recovery for new cars

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

The Society of the Irish Motor Industry has released its official new vehicle statistics, which shows a year to date decline across the board, as expected due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The official figures show new car registrations for the month of June declined 28.2 per cent (1,011) when compared to June 2019 (1,408). New car registrations for the year to date are down 34.5 per cent (52,891) on the same period last year (80,758).

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