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With the lowest priced cars (pre-tax) in Europe even before the Government Scrappage Scheme is applied, there has never been a better time to buy a new car in this country.

MINI Ireland tells us that it leads the way in efficiency as the car which produced the lowest CO2 in Ireland during 2009 (Source: SIMI Database FY2009). The brand once again sets the pace by bringing efficient dynamics into the small car arena through its Minimalism concept.

Fiat, in conjunction with Permanent TSB, has announced details of its new finance offer which requires zero deposit on all key Fiat models that are purchased under the Government Scrappage Scheme.

Fiat, in conjunction with Permanent TSB, has announced details of its new finance offer which requires zero deposit on all key Fiat models that are purchased under the Government Scrappage Scheme.

As soaring fuel prices continue to hit the headlines, motorists cannot fail to be interested in ways to get the most miles out of every tank of petrol.

The Consumer Association of Ireland has proposed a three point action plan to Government to assist motorists who have been hit hard by high and sustained petrol and diesel prices in recent months.

Used cars are the biggest issue in motoring right now. The country is awash with used cars with stocks having built up to worrying proportions over the past year or so. This is bad for car dealers, importers, and manufacturers, but for motorists it might just be the best opportunity to buy a well priced used car, writes Padraic Deane.

As soaring fuel prices continue to hit the headlines, motorists cannot fail to be interested in ways to get the most miles out of every tank of petrol.

Tom Raftery Car Sales, Ballinasloe and Athlone, are really tackling the recession with great deals to be had on new and used cars.

Mr Arashima took the opportunity to visit the Kilkenny dealership which is the model for future dealerships providing a ‘one-stop-shop’ of sales, aftersales, parts, and a full bodyshop. Mr Arashima also heard about the current market difficulties in Ireland and Mr Walsh outlined the devastating impact of last July’s VRT and road tax changes which caused a massive devaluation of second hand petrol cars in Ireland.