Next Ford Ranger’s punishing path to customers

Fri, Oct 29, 2021

When it comes to testing the next-generation Ranger’s toughness and durability, Ford’s global team of development engineers doesn’t pull any punches. After all, they need to deliver a truly global pick-up that is up for the challenge across 180 markets.

Skoda Enyaq iV wins third Car of the Year title in a month

Fri, Oct 29, 2021

In the UK, the Skoda Enyaq iV has been named Car of the Year - for the third time in a month. Having recently taken top honours at the Parkers New Car Awards and Car Dealer Awards, Skoda’s new all-electric family SUV has been named Car of the Year by Business Car Magazine.

Toyota to invest over €11.6bn in battery development

Fri, Oct 22, 2021

Toyota Motor Corporation has said it is investing more than €11.6 billion in research and development (R&D) of batteries, electric motors and power control units for electrified vehicles between now and 2030.

Budget 2022 and the Irish motorist

Fri, Oct 22, 2021

An increase in the price of petrol and diesel, along with changes in vehicle registration tax bands, are just some of the motoring specific measures that were announced in the recent Irish Government Budget 2022.

Nissan reveals next generation all-new Townstar van

Fri, Oct 08, 2021

Nissan has revealed the next generation compact light commercial vehicle (LCV), the all-new Townstar.

Toyota to add Corolla hybrid van in mid-2022

Fri, Oct 08, 2021

Toyota is increasing Corolla production in its Burnaston UK plant, and adding a new hybrid commercial van version that will be available from next summer (2022).

Renault launches new Arkana here

Fri, Sep 24, 2021

Customer reaction to the new Arkana has been positive, while orders are strong since it arrived in Irish dealerships in mid-August, according to Renault.

New Opel Astra on the way, including electric version

Fri, Sep 24, 2021

Opel has unveiled the sixth generation of its Astra, which for the first time will be available as fully electric.

BMW eDrive Zones introduced in Ireland

Fri, Sep 17, 2021

BMW has for the first time in Ireland launched its eDrive Zone technology, a new digital service, which it claims automatically switches a plug-in hybrid vehicle to electric-only power when it enters a defined area of a city.

Ford pilots connected car tech

Fri, Sep 03, 2021

Ford is piloting a “secure and effective” messaging system that sends updates directly to vehicles. The brand claims this could help create smoother traffic ecosystems and safer, more sustainable cities.