Drivers urged to prepare their cars for winter

Thu, Nov 26, 2015

With winter on its way, Motor Codes, the British government-approved consumer watchdog for the automotive industry, is urging motorists to ‘winter-proof’ their cars. Its online winter driving tips will help drivers here to also ensure their vehicles are prepared for winter driving conditions, and help avoid expensive repairs.

Join the fun of 161 at Motorpark on Saturday

Thu, Nov 19, 2015

Motorpark will launch the 2016 range of Ford vehicles available for January, including an unveiling of the new seven-seater Galaxy and S-Max models on Saturday.

Test drive the new Audi A4 at Audi Galway's launch 

Thu, Nov 19, 2015

The new Audi A4 will launch at Audi Galway, Ballybrit, on Saturday at a starting price of €35,800 on the road,

Irish motorists wasting millions of euro on fuel

Thu, Nov 19, 2015

A study conducted by Michelin has found Irish motorists could be needlessly wasting more than €18 million a year on fuel, and putting lives at risk, by driving on dangerously underinflated tyres, if figures from a UK-wide study were applied here.

After inspecting tens of thousands of cars over an eight-year period, the free Fill-Up-With-Air tyre check programme - extended to include events held in Galway, Naas, Dungarvan and Ballymena (where the company manufactures truck and bus tyres for the European and US markets) - Michelin found that 62 per cent of cars checked had under inflated tyres, of which 37 per cent were ‘dangerously underinflated’ or ‘very dangerously’ underinflated. Some five per cent  had a punctured tyre and one per cent had tread depths below the legal minimum.

Reminder to use dipped headlights this winter

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

Make sure you can see and be seen – that is the message to road users from motoring solutions specialists, easytrip, now winter time has arrived.

World’s largest electric-vehicle fleet for conference

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

The Renault-Nissan Alliance will provide the world’s largest electric-vehicle fleet  to an international conference.

New high spec Ford Kuga Titanium launched

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

Ford Ireland has just launched its new high specification Kuga Titanium+, and it debuts with a competitive price of €28,595.

Mazda unveils rotary sports car concept 

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

The sports car concept is powered by a next-generation SkyActiv-R rotary engine, the unconventional technology that is perhaps the most compelling symbol of the carmaker’s challenger spirit.

Jaguar XF arrives with good entry price

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

Jaguar Land Rover Ireland has launched its new XF, with a a competitive entry price for the  'Business Edition' of €43,205. And of course the new XF slots into the Jaguar saloon car range, between the XE and XJ model lines.

Hyundai launches new compact Tucson 

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

Hyundai entered the European SUV market in 2000 with the first generation Santa Fe. Then in 2004, the first generation Tucson was launched, making Hyundai one of the European pioneers in the compact SUV segment.

Hyundai i20 - 2016 Northern Ireland Car of the Year

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

The Hyundai i20 took the top spot at the 2016 NIIB Finance Northern Ireland Car of the Year Awards held  at Cultra Manor, part of the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum on the outskirts of Belfast.

New Kia cee'd offers more style and substance

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

Kia has comprehensively upgraded of its popular cee’d, a core model in the company’s continuing success in Europe. It now delivers a more dynamic performance and offers greater quality and a more appealing design.

Do your travel plans include safe tyre checks?

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

With many families taking a break in the school half-terms, TyreSafe (a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of correct tyre maintenance and the dangers of defective and worn tyres) is reminding mums, dads and all drivers to ensure they’re keeping the risks to a minimum by practising #SafeTyreChecks.

Motor trade scams to be aware of

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

Vehicle history check expert, Cartell.ie, exhibitors at the Auto Trade EXPO, at the weekend is advising consumers to avoid  “trending” scams in the marketplace. Private transactions involving a motor vehicle can be difficult and the market environment can be treacherous for the buyer, according to Cartell.ie.

Jaguar F-Pace stars at Frankfurt Show

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The new Jaguar F-Pace was revealed to the world with a spectacular gravity-defying performance on the eve of the recent Frankfurt Motor Show.

Bicycle helmets most effective in low speed collisions

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

A UCD professor who conducted a study of cyclists with fatal head injuries is recommending bicycle helmets be worn to protect against head injuries in the event of a collision, particularly at speeds of less than 50km/h. 

The results of the study were presented at the annual Road Safety Authority's academic road safety lecture.  

Fiat’s new c-segment saloon called Tipo 

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Fiat’s new c-segment contender is to be known as the Tipo. However, the new Tipo saloon has not been confirmed for the Irish or UK markets at this time.

VW has action plan to correct emissions

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Volkswagen Group Ireland has announced its action plan to correct the emissions characteristics of certain diesel vehicles.

The Vehicle Identification Number details of affected vehicles are being released centrally from brands to retailers. In addition, an international online self-serve process for customers to check if their vehicle is affected based on VIN has also been set up.

New Honda Jazz and HR-V models arriving

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Honda has announced prices for the new Honda Jazz supermini and the stunning new Honda HR-V subcompact crossover.

New Suzuki Baleno to offer much more

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Suzuki has not only introduced a new Baleno but it also sits on a new-generation platform. Offering increased rigidity and reduced weight, enhanced fuel efficiency, handling and stability, it still achieves high levels of safety and NVH performance.

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