New Ford Ranger Raptor revealed at Gamescom

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

The new Ford Ranger Raptor has been revealed at Europe’s largest video gaming event, Gamescom, held in Cologne, Germany, and is the first ever vehicle to be revealed at the event.

New Nissan Leaf completes 16,000 km milestone

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

After an epic 16,000-kilometre drive, polar explorer Marek Kaminski has arrived in Japan, having started his landmark #NoTraceExpedition in Poland three months earlier in Europe’s best-selling electric vehicle, the new Nissan Leaf.

Audi Galway launches exclusive test drive event

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Audi Galway has launched a special test drive event giving customers the opportunity to experience Audi’s luxury class, which runs until September 29.

Motorists can sample the new Audi A6, Audi A7, Audi A8 and Audi’s impressive new four-door SUV coupé, the Q8, until September 29.

Western Motors appointed after-sales dealer for Mercedes-Benz Vans

Thu, Sep 20, 2018

Western Motors, one of Galway’s leading motor dealerships, has been appointed after-sales dealer for Mercedes-Benz vans and light commercial vehicles.

New Mitsubishi Outlander plug-in hybrid on the way

Thu, Sep 13, 2018

The new Outlander plug-in hybrid EV 4WD SUV goes on sale here next month. The entry level Intense 2.4L plug-in hybrid 4WD petrol/ electric version will have a starting price of €39,900, including VRT reduction and the SEAI grant for private customers.

New Dacia Duster arrives offering added value

Thu, Sep 13, 2018

The first-generation Dacia Duster arrived here six years ago when we were in the middle of one of the worst financial crises. If ever there was a new car in recent years born of the time, it was surely Duster, offering Irish motorists great value. Some 10,000 Irish owners bought one.

Now, the second generation model is about to go on sale from €17,390, and despite an improved economic climate, it still targets those who are looking for an affordable and robust new car and do not want to go down the second-hand car route.

New Audi A6 launches in Ireland

Thu, Sep 13, 2018

The new A6 has just launched here, starting from €51,650 on-the-road with two equipment lines, SE and S Line.

New car registration figures increase in August

Thu, Sep 13, 2018

New car registrations for August were up 3.5 per cent (5,932) compared to last year (5,729), according to statistics released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.

Land Rover makes life more comfortable for dogs

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Owing to around half of its owners being dog owners in the British market, Land Rover has launched a range of premium pet packs to help their four-legged friends travel in the lap of luxury.

The BMW Z4 M40i First Edition

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

BMW has a long and illustrious history of building two-seat sports cars, and now, more than 80 years since the first BMW roadster went on sale, the BMW Z4 M40i First Edition has been unveiled, and we will see it here next spring.

Based on the Concept Z4, BMW claims the new edition of the roadster inspires not only with its agility, precision and dynamic handling characteristics that are typical of BMW M Performance models, but also with particularly sophisticated design and equipment features, including a body paintwork in ‘Frozen Orange’ metallic.

The greatest movie cars

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 is the greatest movie car of all time, according to research.

The iconic motor was first seen in 1964’s Goldfinger and has appeared in seven Bond movies to date, most recently in 2015’s Spectre.

Toyota Corolla hybrid on sale early in the New Year

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Toyota has confirmed the arrival of the world’s first Corolla hybrid which will go on sale here next February. It will be the fourth model in the 2019 Toyota self-charging hybrid line-up.

Audi introduces new e-tron SUV

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Audi has introduced its new e-tron, which it claims is an SUV with three different methods of energy recuperation combined in a single vehicle for the first time.

Kia Stinger wins another new car of the year award

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

The new Stinger, Kia’s ground breaking gran turismo, is continuing its award success by being named ‘New Car of the Year’ at this year’s UK Motor Trader Awards.

Alfa Romeo ranges are refreshed

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

The Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio ranges have been refreshed for the 2019 model year (MY19).

Toyota’s new hybrid collection set for Ireland in 2019

Thu, Aug 23, 2018

2019 will see the launch of four new Toyota self-charging hybrid models, including new generation versions of the RAV4, the Auris, and the return of one of the world’s best-selling saloon cars, the Camry hybrid, after a 14-year absence.

Ford Mondeo’s super 123mpg wins hybrid eco run

Thu, Aug 23, 2018

A Ford Mondeo hybrid entered into a recent eco run in the UK and returned 123.77mpg on the 80-mile route.

Rapid transport for Pope Francis during his visit

Thu, Aug 23, 2018

A carefully modified Skoda Rapid will transport Pope Francis during his visit to Ireland.

Ford produces its ten-millionth best selling Mustang

Thu, Aug 16, 2018

Ford has produced its 10 millionth Mustang, which, it says, is America’s best-selling sports car of the last 50 years and the world’s best-selling sports car three years straight.