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A recent report published by the UK Institute of the Motor Industry revealed more than 90 per cent of active auto mechanics are not qualified to work on electric cars.

New data highlights the growing appetite for electric and hybrid vehicles among Irish motorists.

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 a lower 3.9 percent APR. Value upgrade packs for selected models that include a range of extras at reduced prices.

A recent survey of drivers of the UK’s most popular plug-in hybrid, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, reveals that around two-thirds (68 per cent) plug their car in every single day and 90 per cent charge their vehicles at least two to three times per week. This certainly runs counter to the myth that plug-in hybrids are only driven by people looking to lower their tax bills and are never actually plugged in.

The move towards electric vehicles and hybrids is growing at pace, according to a new report.

A new study carried out by University College Dublin academics has revealed that in typical Irish commuting conditions, Toyota’s hybrid powertrain system drives in zero emissions mode (ZEV) for significantly more than half (62 per cent ) of the time and more than 40 per cent of the distance covered.

Irish motorists are now more open to switching to electric and hybrid cars according to the most recent report.

Irish motorists are now more open to switching to electric and hybrid cars according to the most recent report.

Mitsubishi Motor Company will celebrate two debuts at the Geneva International Motor Show on March 6. In addition to the European premiere of the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept, it will have the global premiere of the new 2019 model year Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The latter will be introduced to the European market towards the end of the year.

Mitsubishi Motor Company will celebrate two debuts at the Geneva International Motor Show on March 6. In addition to the European premiere of the Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept, it will have the global premiere of the new 2019 model year Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The latter will be introduced to the European market towards the end of the year.