New Fiat Aegea debuts at Istanbul Motor Show

Thu, May 28, 2015

The new FIAT compact sedan debuted last week at the Istanbul Motor Show and the Italian carmaker really needs something new to add to its successful 500 range.

More fuel-efficient Skoda models next month

Thu, May 21, 2015

Skoda tells us it will be introducing a new engine line-up just in time for the new 152 registration period.

Suzuki has lowest cost per claim of all manufacturers

Thu, May 21, 2015

The latest Warranty Direct survey from Britain has been published by What Car? magazine and Suzuki’s renowned reputation for reliability has again been reinforced with another strong result for the brand, scoring 48 points in the reliability index.

Toyota, Nissan, and Honda recall thousands of cars

Thu, May 21, 2015

The largest recall of cars we have seen in Ireland over safety concerns has come to light overnight as some 11 million cars globally need to replace potentially faulty airbag inflators. 

Young female drivers most likely to suffer road rage

Thu, May 21, 2015

New research from AIG Insurance shows  young female drivers are the most likely to suffer from road rage among Irish motorists.

The survey reveals that 61 per cent of female motorists aged between 25 and 34 have suffered from road rage at some point.  Among males the age group that acknowledge experiencing it most are 35 to 44-year-olds (46 per cent) while overall over one in three (36 per cent) say they have suffered from its effects.

Peugeot 208's new record 141 MPG average

Thu, May 14, 2015

A 1.6-litre BlueHDi 100 S&S Peugeot 208 has set a new long-distance fuel consumption record.

Fifth generation Subaru Outback goes on sale

Thu, May 14, 2015

The new, fifth generation Subaru Outback is going on sale in Ireland, sporting a new exterior design, a significantly higher quality interior, and a raft of new safety technology compared to the outgoing model.

New Corsa OPC due here in May

Thu, May 14, 2015

The new Corsa OPC is to arrive in Ireland this month and is priced from €29,995.

New Mustang fastest-ever high-volume Euro Ford

Thu, May 07, 2015

The new Ford Mustang will deliver 0-100km/h acceleration in under five seconds, making it the fastest accelerating high-volume Ford model ever offered in Europe.

Peugeot announces trade-in scheme

Thu, May 07, 2015

Peugeot importers in Ireland, Gowan Distributors Limited, has announced details of the Peugeot 'Trade-In-Ability' promotion, offering up to a €4,500 scrappage allowance on models across the Peugeot passenger car range, excluding the new Peugeot 108 and RCZ.

New car and commercial sales up in April

Thu, May 07, 2015

Official statistics released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry show new car registrations in April were up 21 per cent (9,471) on the same month last year.

Volkswagen Golf GTE on sale in July

Thu, May 07, 2015

The ground-breaking new Volkswagen Golf GTE will go on sale in Ireland in July and order books have now opened.

Ireland’s most affordable SUV with latest stylish upgrade

Thu, May 07, 2015

Bradley Dacia on the Tuam Road reminds everyone they should check out Ireland's most affordable SUV - the Dacia Duster, which received a stylish upgrade within the last six months.

The Dacia Duster, which has already sold close to 4,000 models here since it arrived less than two and a half years ago, is looking pretty neat with its new 2015 upgraded look.

New Mercedes-Benz Vito delivers more for less

Thu, Apr 30, 2015

I have been very impressed with the new Mercedes-Benz Vito van range on a number of levels, and I expected it to continue to be the most expensive of the main competitors in this important van segment. The old Vito was €1,860 (ex-VAT) higher than the least expensive comparative entry level prices in that range.

Volkswagen's new Transporter van breaks cover

Thu, Apr 30, 2015

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has shown its new sixth-generation of the Transporter van to a select group of journalists.

Lexus tops motorists’ poll in this year’s Driver Power survey

Thu, Apr 30, 2015

Lexus has dominated the Auto Express Driver Power 2015 survey, receiving six awards, including those for best manufacturer and best car for the IS saloon.

Next Peugeot, Citroen and Opel vans to be built in Spain

Thu, Apr 30, 2015

The next generation of small light commercial vehicles (B-LCV) from PSA Peugeot Citroën and General Motors/Opel will be built in the PSA plant in Vigo, Spain.

The vehicles will replace the Citroën Berlingo, Peugeot Partner and Opel/Vauxhall Combo. They will be developed on PSA’s latest LCV architecture, and the first vehicles will be on the market in 2018.

Car Buying Tips

Wed, Apr 29, 2015

Tony Burke says the most important thing people need to consider when buying a new/second-hand car is the residual value, i.e what the car will be worth in a few years time.

Renault highlights vast range of van conversions

Thu, Apr 23, 2015

Last year, Renault remarkably maintained its lead in the European light commercial vehicle market for a remarkable 17th successive year, with a 14.2 per cent market share.

Great Irish drives highlighted by Continental Tyres

Thu, Apr 23, 2015

A ‘Drives of Ireland’ survey of Irish drivers has shown the Wicklow Mountains in Dublin/Wicklow is the favourite drive in the country.

The survey, which was carried out by Continental Tyres, showed the Wicklow Mountains as the number one choice of 26 per cent of drivers. The Killarney National Park in Co Kerry and the Burren in Co Clare were the second and third most favourite destinations for an outing for 22 and 20 per cent of drivers respectively.

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