Order book opens here for new Tesla Model 3

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Tesla has just opened its Irish order book for its all-new Model 3. The Irish configurator launches with Model 3 AWD Performance and RWD in Standard Range Plus. The entry level Model 3 starts at €48,900.

191 new car registrations down on 181 new sales

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Total new car registrations for the month of June are up 13 per cent (1,410) when compared with June 2018 (1,248). However, new car registrations for the year to date are down 7.4 per cent (80,712) on the similar period last year (87,116).

Volkswagen is the top selling brand, followed by Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, Skoda, Nissan, Renault, KIA, Peugeot and Audi.

Toyota welcomes Government’s climate action plan

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The chief executive of Toyota Ireland, Steve Tormey, commented to us this week on the Government’s climate action plan. He also gave his view on other connected subjects such as the challenges that lie ahead and Toyota’s perspective on the most viable solutions towards a zero emissions motoring environment.

Drivers urged to give cyclists space

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

There is a call on drivers to slow down and keep a safe distance when overtaking cyclists on both urban and rural roads. Not only during the upcoming National Bike Week which runs until Sunday June 30, but every day of the year. Cyclists are also being reminded to follow the rules of the road.

All road users need to be aware there will be an increase in the number of cyclists on the road over this period, with drivers in particular being asked to treat them with respect and to share the road safely.

Bigger and better new 3 Series Touring on the way

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

It is hard to imagine that it is 32 years on from the debut of the first BMW 3 Series Touring. And now the new edition of the five-door 3 Series promises a compelling and seamless blend of driving pleasure and functional appeal to the premium midsize class. It will go on sale in Ireland in October with an entry-level pricing for the 320d SE version from €46,900.

Volkswagen 192 car and finance offers

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

With the 192 registration period kicking off next week, Volkswagen tells us of its special offers and revised car line-up. The addition recently of the all-new T-Cross means that there is now a choice of five SUVs in the range, from the T-Cross to the T-Roc, Tiguan, Tiguan Allspace, and Touareg.

All new bigger and better Renault Clio in the autumn

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The all new fifth generation Clio will go on sale in Ireland autumn 2019. In the nearly three decades since it first went on sale, the Clio has become Renault’s best-selling model worldwide, with 15 million examples finding homes. And the Clio’s popularity shows no signs of slowing down, having proved to be Europe’s most popular B segment model since 2013.

New Subaru Forester e-Boxer and XV crossover hybrids

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The e-Boxer hybrid technology marks the first stage of the Subaru electrification strategy. And Subaru Ireland will have the new e-Boxer hybrid models on sale in Ireland this November. It will feature a new platform, facial recognition technology, and reverse automatic braking.

Volkswagen upgrades LCV test drives offering

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Ireland (VCVI) claims that finding a new or used van has never been easier with the launch of a new test drive offering. The company says that it aims to make test drives more accessible and convenient than ever before.

Tow Car Awards results show trend to petrol engines

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

The results of the Tow Car Awards 2019, a joint project between Practical Caravan and What Car? magazines in the UK, plus the Camping and Caravanning Club, saw petrol-engined cars as outright winners of two weight class awards for the first time,

A new award category for the best plug-in hybrid and the competition’s first towing test of an all-electric car (the Jaguar I-Pace).

Peugeot 192 Drivetime event now on

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Peugeot has announced details of the Peugeot Drivetime event and its 192-offers, which it says are available for a limited time only this summer.

Hand sanitisers and sunscreen bad for your car

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Bought in ever increasing quantities, hand sanitisers and higher sun protection factor lotion may be good for our health but apparently they can be bad news for our cars. Chemicals found in some such products can react with surfaces, causing them to wear prematurely unless they are protected by special finishes.

This is a challenge that Ford tells us that its engineers deal with daily, continually testing new products on the materials that are used in its vehicles and supporting the development of resistant coatings that can ensure they look good for years to come.

Fiat Ducato electric option on the way in 2020

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

A completely electric version of the Fiat Ducato van will be available in 2020. Fiat says the Ducato Electric is being developed through an innovative pilot project and it claims there is no trade-off in terms of load and performance.

New Peugeot 508 SW pricing and specification revealed

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Irish pricing and specifications for the all-new Peugeot 508 SW have been released, with the versatile estate model retailing from €34,110 plus delivery and related charges. That is for the entry-level Active 1.5 BlueHDi diesel 130bhp 6-speed manual version. Orders are now being taken by Peugeot dealers and deliveries to the first customers in Ireland will begin from July 1.

Champion Katie Taylor collects her new Honda Civic

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Katie Taylor, the Olympic Gold boxing medallist, and undisputed Light Weight Champion of the World collected her new Honda Civic hatchback at Castle Garage Honda in Bray, County Wicklow.

All-new Skoda Scala for summer arrival

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Skoda’s all-new compact hatchback, the Scala, will be available to test drive at dealerships here from this weekend. Starting from €23,650, the Scala comes with a choice of two petrol engines and one diesel.

Fully electric wheelchair accessible taxi built in Moate

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Ireland’s first fully electric wheelchair accessible taxi has been developed by a county Westmeath company, Donal Murtagh Mobility, based in Moate.

Easytrip renews support with Blood Bikes

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Mobility solutions specialist, easytrip, Ireland’s only electronic parking and tolling tag provider, has renewed its support of not-for-profit charity Blood Bikes to cover its toll charges for the next two years. Blood Bikes, which provides urgent transportation of donated blood, human tissue, breast milk, and other essential medical items to hospitals and medical centres 365 days a year, supplies its service free of charge thanks to a legion of volunteers.

Ford lists special offers for its 192 sales event

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Ford Ireland has revealed its range of offers as part of its 192 sales event at participating dealers. Deals on offer include reductions on some of Ireland’s best-selling cars, with the added bonus of: seven years warranty; seven years roadside assistance; one year free road tax; and lower 3.9 per cent APR, value upgrade packs for selected models that include a range of extras at reduced prices.

“For anyone in the market for a new 192 registered car, there are great reductions across the Ford range including our hugely popular SUV models, the EcoSport and Kuga," said Ciarán McMahon, managing director of Ford Ireland.

New car and van monthly sales are up

Thu, Jun 13, 2019

Official statistics just released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show that total new car registrations for the month of May are up 4.7 per cent (6,341) when compared with May 2018 (6,055). New car registrations year to date are however still down by 7.6 per cent (at 79,343) on the same period last year (85,868).

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