New Renault Kadjar looks like a real contender

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Renault is planning to build on the huge success of its compact Captur crossover which last year alone recorded almost 178,000 sales.

More powerful Seat Leon Cupra 290

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The Seat Leon Cupra and the SC coupé and five-door hatchback version were recently joined here by the versatile ST version. And now the Leon Cupra has been given a power boost, delivering up to a maximum of 290 PS.

Luxury motor vehicle exodus from Ireland

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Luxury vehicles, such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and Bentleys, feature in the list of vehicles issued a refund under the VRT Export Repayment Scheme, website Cartell.ie has reported.

So far in 2015 there have been 3,284 vehicles exported out of the state. Of those vehicles 556 (or 17 per cent) had Vehicle Registration Tax refunded by the Government. Refund of VRT for exported vehicles is based on the VRT Export Repayment Scheme, which allows for the repayment of “residual” VRT on passenger vehicles permanently exported from the state. The scheme commenced in 2013.

Skoda, the most dependable car brand - JD Power

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Skoda has been named as the UK’s most dependable brand in a new JD Power study.

Sprinter van nets a 20th Birthday awards hat-trick

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter enjoyed a night of stunning success at the prestigious Commercial Fleet Awards 2015, scooping three trophies including the most coveted accolade for manufacturers - the Commercial Vehicle of the Year.

Bradley Motors & Galwegians

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

tAt the presentation of Rugby World Cup footballs to the Galwegians Youth Academy by Bradley Motors, Landrover dealership, are (left to right): Tom Shaughnessy, Galwegians Mini Rugby; Robert Bradley, Bradley Motors; Mickey Sherlock, Galwegians Youth Rugby; Enda Cantrel,l Bradley Motors; youth players Jack Beatty, Conor Joyce, and Colm Shaughnessy; Niall Beatty, u-14 head coach; and Galwegians' president Dick O’Hanlon.

Tougher new Ford Ranger makes Euro debut

Thu, Oct 01, 2015

Ford's tough and smart new Ford Ranger pickup made its European debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

New Honda cars for Ploughing Championships 

Thu, Oct 01, 2015

The 2015 National Ploughing Championships underlined an important year for Honda which presented its new model range of refreshed and new cars together for the first time in Ireland.

SsangYong Tivoli 1.6 diesel now available here

Thu, Oct 01, 2015

SsangYong is now offering a diesel version of the new Tivoli crossover, with prices starting at €21,495. 

New VW Caddy Alltrack (4WD) debuts 

Thu, Oct 01, 2015

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles showcased the latest off-road style version of its best-selling Caddy at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. 

New Edge adds triple hand to Ford SUV range

Thu, Sep 24, 2015

The new Ford Edge is the third chapter in Ford's sport utility vehicle expansion plan for Europe and it debuted this week in European specification at the Frankfurt Motor show. It lines up alongside the enhanced Kuga and EcoSport.

Skoda Octavia RS plays starring role in new Irish film

Thu, Sep 24, 2015

The Skoda Octavia RS takes on a starring role alongside Brendan Gleeson, Ruth Bradley and Liam Cunningham in upcoming Irish action film, Pursuit. 

Set between Connemara and the Spanish Costa del Sol, Pursuit is a modern take on the legend of Diarmuid and Gráinne; a tale of love, betrayal, revenge and the pursuit of a life beyond crime, which features car chases galore, placing the Octavia RS firmly in the limelight. 

Suzuki’s new Baleno compact hatchback breaks cover

Thu, Sep 24, 2015

The new Suzuki Baleno made its world premiere at the 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show. 

Developed using the company’s compact-car expertise, the new Baleno has an elegant and strong design, a spacious interior and luggage space, along with a host of new technologies.  

New Kia Sportage makes global debut

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Kia Motors has taken the wraps off the new Kia Sportage, which boasts an attractive new interior and exterior design, a host of advanced new technology features, and greater quality.

New Toyota Ireland hybrid service programme 

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Toyota Ireland has launched a new hybrid service programme for Toyota hybrid customers across Ireland.

Ireland’s favourite van turns 50

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The Ford Transit, consistently Ireland’s best-selling van, has  celebrated its 50th birthday.

One in ten drivers have run out of fuel while driving

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Sixty-three per cent  of road users will call on a family member if they run out of fuel on the road, according to a new survey. 

Fifty per cent of Irish drivers do not know if it is illegal to run out of fuel in Ireland, and one  in four only check their tyre pressure when they think there is a problem. 

Skoda Octavia RS plays starring role in new Irish film

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The Skoda Octavia RS takes on a starring role alongside Brendan Gleeson, Ruth Bradley and Liam Cunningham in upcoming Irish action film, Pursuit. 

Suzuki’s new Baleno compact hatchback breaks cover

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The new Suzuki Baleno made its world premiere at the 66th IAA Frankfurt Motor Show this week. 

Cash no longer king here - for motorists too

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Motoring solutions specialists’ easytrip has revealed that four out of five Irish consumers now pay for daily activities via debit card. Respondents cited that their weekly food shop (88 per cent), going to the gym (60) and paying for children’s after school activities (41) are all paid for via debit card and/or through online banking methods. 

When it comes to an evening out it seems men prefer to use debit and/or credit cards (53) compared to nearly two thirds (61) of female respondents, who prefer to carry cash on a night out.

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