2016 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally Timetable

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

Friday February 5, 2pm: Scrutiny at Galway Race Course, Galway.

LDV Vans relaunched here after seven years absence

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

The Chinese joined forces with the Irish in Dublin recently for the relaunch of the LDV (Leyland DAF) vans, with the new V80 range.

New cars owners should update their toll tag details

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

Motoring solutions specialist easytrip, Ireland's only parking and tolling provider, is reminding motorists to update their easytrip account details when buying and selling a vehicle this January.

With an increase in car sales of 30 per cent and 42 per cent for light commercial vehicles in 2015 compared to 2014, and predicted sales for 2016 pointing towards 150,000 units, easytrip is calling on new car and van owners to remember to keep their account details up to date to avoid incurring toll bills and eflow penalty notices from using the M50.

New DS 4 & DS 4 Crossback now on sale here

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

Following a global public premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show last September, the new DS 4 and DS 4 Crossback are now officially on sale in Ireland.

Opel celebrates host of awards in 2015

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

Opel has been celebrating a great year with many awards added to its trophy cabinet. Here in Ireland, the Irish Motoring Writers' Association voted the Corsa as the Continental Irish Small Car of the Year 2016.

All systems go for the Galway International rally

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

A capacity entry will hit the roads in the west for the 2016 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally which takes place this weekend.

Toyota's new Avensis now on sale

Wed, Feb 03, 2016

Toyota Ireland has launched its new Avensis with 'premium style and comfort' and advanced safety technology. Prices start from just €25,870 for the entry-level 'Aura' petrol, and €27,710 is the starting price for the 'Aura' diesel versions.

New Toyota RAV4 now with all-new hybrid option

Wed, Feb 03, 2016

Toyota has just introduced their new RAV4 model range and this mid-generation model range stands out because it marks the introduction of the first hybrid compact SUV to the already highly competitive Irish C-SUV segment.

Introducing the All-New Mazda6

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

The Mazda6 is the 2nd of the new generation of cars to feature the full range of Mazda's pioneering SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and 'KODO - Soul of Motion' design.

Al Hayes Skoda opens in Ennis Co Clare

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

Al Hayes Motors is the newly appointed sales and aftersales dealer for Skoda in Co Clare.

Ireland one of Mazda’s star markets in Europe

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

Mazda Ireland is seeing continued success as sales once again edge closer to record breaking figures. The brand's success is quickly gaining momentum across Europe, posting a 21 per cent year on year increase with Ireland performing in the top ten EU markets with a 25 per cent growth last year.

Mazda Ireland closed 2015 on a high by more than doubling their fourth quarter unit turnover relative to the same period in 2014, with a growth of 113 per cent in comparison to the same period in 2014, and with the Irish motor industry up only 15 per cent.

Peugeot 205 GTi crowned greatest ever hot hatch

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

Hot hatches hold a special place in the hearts of many, but the Performance Car Show has revealed what they describe as the greatest of all.

Ford triples autonomous vehicle development fleet

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

Ford is tripling its fleet of Fusion hybrid autonomous research vehicles this year – making the company’s fully autonomous vehicle fleet the largest of all automakers – and accelerating the development and testing of its virtual driver software in both urban and suburban environments.

This year Ford will add 20 Fusion hybrid autonomous vehicles, bringing the company’s autonomous fleet in the US to about 30 vehicles being tested on roads in California, Arizona and Michigan.

Toyota Reaches Greater Heights of Efficiency in All-New Prius

Wed, Jan 27, 2016

All-new hybrid system, the world’s most thermally efficient petrol engine, the first application of a TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform and a ground-breaking aerodynamic design all contribute to reducing emissions and fuel consumption.

Mazda3 gets ultra-efficient 1.5 diesel engine

Thu, Jan 21, 2016

Since Mazda launched the new generation Mazda3 in 2014, it has been very successful and has been winning over buyers in the very competitive C segment.

SsangYong Motors Ireland celebrates third anniversary

Thu, Jan 21, 2016

SsangYong Motors Ireland is celebrating its 3rd anniversary as the Irish distributor for this prestigious SUV Korean Manufacturer. Joe Harris, Managing Director of SsangYong Motors Ireland, sees a bright future for this third year of existence: “We have high hopes for the Tivoli and for the new Tivoli XLV, coming later this year”.

The new model (that shares the same platform with the Tivoli) will be launched at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The launch of Tivoli XLV in Ireland is planned for June 2016. With great fuel economy and a combined cycle CO2 of 117g/km (on the manual diesel 2WD with stop-start) the price will be around €23,000 for the entry level diesel. It comes with the SsangYong 5 Year Roadside Assistance and 5 Year Unlimited Warranty.

Galway International Rally goes to the races

Thu, Jan 21, 2016

Preparations are well underway for the 2016 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally which takes place from February 5-7. The event is building to be a true classic as Galway Motor Club’s Clerk of the Course, Kieran Donohue, has laid on a very challenging route.

Have you ever dreamed of driving a Lamborghini?

Wed, Jan 20, 2016

It is the most famous sports car of its generation and probably the dream vehicle for many motor fans. Well you could be whizzing around the high roads and byroads of South Galway in a Lamborghini any day now. That is if you have a cool €130,000 to spare.

Mazda MX-5 wins Car of the Year Japan

Thu, Jan 14, 2016

In a close battle, Mazda’s MX-5 held onto its narrow lead to beat the fast-finishing Honda S660 mini-sports car to win the Car of the Year Japan award.