Ford’s stunning new GT Mk II

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

A special limited-edition of the track-only Ford GT Mk II has unleashed the next level of supercar performance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Ford boasts it represents the next stage in its GT performance, and it can be ordered for a little over one million euro.

Oranmore bodyshop drives push for motorists to choose

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

'It’s Your Car, It’s Your Choice' is the title of the campaign launched by Frank Byrnes Autobody Repairs, experts and award winners in vehicle crash repair.

Toyota calls for nitrogen dioxide emissions tax

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Toyota Ireland is calling on the Government to include nitrogen dioxide as part of vehicle registration tax in order to improve air quality in Ireland.

This follows a recent EPA report showing nitrogen dioxide levels due to traffic in Dublin pose a public health risk.

New generation Opel Astra here in December

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Opel boasts its next Astra that arrives here at this year end will have excellent aerodynamics, as well as highly efficient new engines and transmissions.

New Audi Q7 on the way this autumn

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Audi is launching its new Audi Q7 here later this year. It describes it as having a striking new visual design, particularly in the S Line guise, and also Audi’s top-of-the-line connectivity.

Toyota Corolla returns to the top

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Toyota Ireland has announced its Corolla has returned to the number one spot in the Irish market.

Though the Corolla only arrived in Ireland in February of this year, its popularity with Irish customers has ensured it steadily rose to become Ireland’s best-selling car of 2019 year to date, with the latest figures confirming this.

Land Rover to show prototype of new Defender

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

Jaguar and Land Rover will be debuting a series of exciting new models at this year’s annual celebration of all things automotive at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

New Mercedes-Benz GLC has arrived

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

For those who follow such things – not least those who must compete against them – the pace of new model introductions at Mercedes-Benz is nothing short of breathtaking.

Irish Van of the Year category winners

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Business and Mercedes Benz X-Class have been named Category Winners of the Irish Van of the Year 2019. in association with Continental Tyres.

191 new car registrations down on 181

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

Total new car registrations for the month of June are up 13 per cent (1,410) when compared with June 2018 (1,248). However, new car registrations for the year to date are down 7.4 per cent (80,712) on the similar period last year (87,116).

Volkswagen is the top selling brand, followed by Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, Skoda, Nissan, Renault, KIA, Peugeot and Audi.

Bigger and better new Renault Captur on the way

Thu, Jul 11, 2019

A pioneer of the compact SUV market, the Captur has sold 1.2 million units since its launch in 2013, rapidly becoming the best-selling model in its class across Europe.

When it was launched, there was just one rival in this segment, but the new model will arrive next year to be greeted by more than 20 direct competitors.

Order book opens here for new Tesla Model 3

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Tesla has just opened its Irish order book for its all-new Model 3. The Irish configurator launches with Model 3 AWD Performance and RWD in Standard Range Plus. The entry level Model 3 starts at €48,900.

191 new car registrations down on 181 new sales

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Total new car registrations for the month of June are up 13 per cent (1,410) when compared with June 2018 (1,248). However, new car registrations for the year to date are down 7.4 per cent (80,712) on the similar period last year (87,116).

Volkswagen is the top selling brand, followed by Toyota, Hyundai, Ford, Skoda, Nissan, Renault, KIA, Peugeot and Audi.

Toyota welcomes Government’s climate action plan

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The chief executive of Toyota Ireland, Steve Tormey, commented to us this week on the Government’s climate action plan. He also gave his view on other connected subjects such as the challenges that lie ahead and Toyota’s perspective on the most viable solutions towards a zero emissions motoring environment.

Drivers urged to give cyclists space

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

There is a call on drivers to slow down and keep a safe distance when overtaking cyclists on both urban and rural roads. Not only during the upcoming National Bike Week which runs until Sunday June 30, but every day of the year. Cyclists are also being reminded to follow the rules of the road.

All road users need to be aware there will be an increase in the number of cyclists on the road over this period, with drivers in particular being asked to treat them with respect and to share the road safely.

Bigger and better new 3 Series Touring on the way

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

It is hard to imagine that it is 32 years on from the debut of the first BMW 3 Series Touring. And now the new edition of the five-door 3 Series promises a compelling and seamless blend of driving pleasure and functional appeal to the premium midsize class. It will go on sale in Ireland in October with an entry-level pricing for the 320d SE version from €46,900.

Volkswagen 192 car and finance offers

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

With the 192 registration period kicking off next week, Volkswagen tells us of its special offers and revised car line-up. The addition recently of the all-new T-Cross means that there is now a choice of five SUVs in the range, from the T-Cross to the T-Roc, Tiguan, Tiguan Allspace, and Touareg.

All new bigger and better Renault Clio in the autumn

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The all new fifth generation Clio will go on sale in Ireland autumn 2019. In the nearly three decades since it first went on sale, the Clio has become Renault’s best-selling model worldwide, with 15 million examples finding homes. And the Clio’s popularity shows no signs of slowing down, having proved to be Europe’s most popular B segment model since 2013.

New Subaru Forester e-Boxer and XV crossover hybrids

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The e-Boxer hybrid technology marks the first stage of the Subaru electrification strategy. And Subaru Ireland will have the new e-Boxer hybrid models on sale in Ireland this November. It will feature a new platform, facial recognition technology, and reverse automatic braking.

Volkswagen upgrades LCV test drives offering

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Ireland (VCVI) claims that finding a new or used van has never been easier with the launch of a new test drive offering. The company says that it aims to make test drives more accessible and convenient than ever before.

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