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When the second or third generation Volkswagan Jetta was launched, it was popular in Ireland but not in the UK. I recall asking an English motoring journalist at the time if he had driven it and his answer went something like “Ah mate, it’s as well known over here as Sly Stallone’s brother”. You see the English loved the Golf but didn’t see the point in what they regard as a boring booted cousin.

When the second or third generation Volkswagen Jetta was launched, it was popular in Ireland but not in the UK. I recall asking an English journalist at the time if he had driven it, and his answer went something like, “Ah mate, it’s as well known over here as Sly Stallone’s brother.”

The new Golf Cabriolet will be available in Ireland from August, with pricing to be announced in the coming weeks.

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the original Volkswagen hot hatch, the German manufacturer has announced the first details of the latest special edition Golf GTI.

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the original hot hatch, Volkswagen has announced the first details of the latest special edition Golf GTI model - the Golf GTI Edition 35.

Peugeot’s new 508 has just gone on sale here, replacing their dated 407. This all-new range combines a strong design presence with flattering and unpretentious good looks. This is perfectly attuned to the brand’s new style lines. It is also well-equipped, and with prices starting from €24,850 ex-works (exclude delivery and related charges) for the 1.6 HDi 112 bhp Access model, it will turn heads in more ways than one.

Suzuki’s SX4i is a distinctive five-door hatchback which now features intelligent all-wheel drive.

Peugeot’s new 508 is now on sale here, replacing the dated 407.

Suzuki’s SX4i is a distinctive five-door hatchback that now features intelligent all-wheel drive.

Volvo Car's commitment to its ‘DRIVe Towards Zero’ mission was reaffirmed with the news that it is the most improved brand in the top 20 in JATO's latest report, "A Review of CO2 Car Emissions across Europe FY2010" with average emissions of just 157.5g/km.