Bradley Renault’s new ambassador

Thu, Jul 30, 2015

Renault Ireland and Bradley Renault are delighted to announce Joanne Murphy as their new brand ambassador in the west of Ireland.

Irishman helps Honda to new Guinness world record

Thu, Jul 30, 2015

Honda has set new Guinness world records for fuel efficiency, averaging 100.31 miles per gallon in an 8,387 mile, 25 day, drive across all 24 EU contiguous countries.

Renault supports Irish triathlete Carolyn Hayes

Thu, Jul 30, 2015

Renault Ireland has handed over the keys to a brand new Renault Captur to triathlete Carolyn Hayes on Sandymount Strand.

New Skoda Superb Combi is bigger and better

Thu, Jul 23, 2015

With the new Superb lift-back due later this month, Skoda continues its momentum with the new estate version of its flagship vehicle.

Signs of sustainable recovery in motor industry

Thu, Jul 23, 2015

Strong signs of a recovery within the Irish motoring sector have been largely supported by the availability of competitive finance products such as PCP,according to Volkswagen Group Ireland CEO, Lars Himmer.

New Audi A4 models revealed

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

The long-anticipated new generation Audi A4 and A4 Avant have broken cover.

Illegal parking behaviour of Irish motorists 

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

Research by motoring solutions specialist, easytrip, Ireland’s only parking and tolling provider, has revealed that more than 40 per cent of Irish drivers have admitted to parking on double yellow lines.

Other illegal parking behaviour included parking in a restricted loading bay (29 per cent), parking at a bus stop (16 per cent) and parking in a bus lane or clearway during restricted hours (15 per cent).

Ford reveals the new Galaxy MPV

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

The new Ford Galaxy, which arrives in Ireland later this year, is a spacious, refined and technologically advanced people mover, offering luxurious travel for seven passengers.

Toyota's more efficient turbo-diesel engines

Thu, Jul 16, 2015

Toyota’s new 2.8-litre D-4D turbo-diesel engine is expected to make its Irish debut in the Land Cruiser later this year.

Peugeot’s ultimate hot hatch 308 GTi to break cover

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

Ever since Peugeot unveiled the multi-award winning 308, a GTi version has been keenly awaited. Rising to the challenge, Peugeot says the 308 GTi offers drivers the ultimate ride.

Business plays critical role in keeping roads safe

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

Employers across Ireland have been urged to make road safety a ‘critical part’ of their business plans at a European conference organised by the European Transport Safety Council, the Road Safety Authority, the Health and Safety Authority, and An Garda Síochána.

Addressing the conference at Croke Park, the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport,  Paschal Donohoe said employers play a critical role in keeping Irish roads safe.

New Volvo XC90 wins a top UK car award

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

After just one month in the UK and 12 years after the original XC90 took the title, the new Volvo XC90 has been named Car of the Year 2015 and Large SUV of the Year category winner at this year’s Auto Express New Car Awards 2015.

Test your driving skills with the Motorpark Honda Fuel Challenge

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

Motorpark, Galway is showcasing the new Honda 152 range with the Honda Fuel Challenge until July 18. 

Test drive Honda’s new Civic on a selected six-mile course around Galway city to experience Honda’s award-winning fuel efficiency for yourself.  The overall competition winner will receive a €1,000 voucher towards the purchase of a new 152 Honda at Motorpark with a €500 fuel voucher also up for grabs.  

Ford's new punchy Fiesta limited editions

Thu, Jul 09, 2015

Ford is launching a punchier, 125PS version of the acclaimed 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine. It also gets a standard stiffer suspension, new gear ratios, and specially tuned steering. 

How much are you paying for your car finance?

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

More than a quarter (27 per cent) of consumers in Ireland with a car loan have no idea what interest rate they are paying on their motoring finance, according to research recently released by Volkswagen.

Exclusive new Audi Q7 preview at Audi Galway event

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

The new Audi Q7 will be officially revealed at an exclusive event at Audi Galway on June 15 as part of the car’s pre-launch nationwide tour.

Available to order now, with first deliveries in July, the new Audi Q7 has a starting price of €72,975 OTR. Finance is available from €759 per month with a 4.9 per cent APR rate.

Renault’s new Kwid set to be a global car

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

As an innovator since 1898, Renault says it has constantly sought to pioneer new ideas, question conventional thinking, and reinvent the way we use cars.

Renault has now launched the Kwid, a global car made for easy living and a new way to go motoring. Built on a new platform common to Renault and Nissan, the Kwid reaps full benefit from the alliance’s pooled resources and expertise. The new model vehicle is adapted to the specific needs of markets such as India, and will enable Renault to push ahead with the deployment of its international expansion strategy.

Land Rover’s unique Rugby World Cup Defender 

Thu, May 28, 2015

Land Rover has created a special bespoke Defender to carry the Rugby World Cup 2015 trophy. 

AE braking in all new trucks from November

Thu, May 28, 2015

Safety in the truck sector is a top priority, and from November 1 all newly registered trucks over 3.5 tonnes with two or three axles, as well as all new type approvals, will have to be fitted with autonomous emergency braking.

The aim is to reduce the number of accidents involving trucks, most of which are serious, and to bring more safety to European roads.

CO2 dips to 89g/km in new 83mpg Audi A3 TDI ultra

Thu, May 28, 2015

The ‘ultra’ badge which already marks out the model offering the most exceptional economy and the most scrupulously controlled emissions in five Audi ranges has now reached the A3 compact hatchback. 

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