Ireland’s oldest Garda car stars at vintage rally

Fri, Oct 10, 2014

Ireland’s oldest Garda car was back on duty for the first time in more than 80 years at the inaugural Dublin “Vintage Port” Rally, supported by Dublin Port Company.

SsangYong celebrates first anniversary in Ireland

Thu, Oct 09, 2014

SsangYong Motors Ireland celebrated its first anniversary of the Korean marque re-entering the Irish market at the recent National Ploughing Championships.

New Kia Sorento makes Euro debut in Paris

Thu, Oct 09, 2014

The new third generation Kia Sorento made its European premiere at the Paris Motor Show.

Building on the success of the outgoing model with a blend of style, practicality and technology, the new Kia Sorento SUV introduces a higher level of sophistication. It has a distinctive new design, premium interior and even greater practicality.

Ireland’s oldest Garda car stars at vintage rally

Thu, Oct 09, 2014

Ireland’s oldest Garda car was back on duty for the first time in more than 80 years at the inaugural Dublin “Vintage Port” Rally, supported by Dublin Port Company.

New DS brand's future on display at Paris Motor Show

Thu, Oct 09, 2014

The DS brand - a breakaway from the mainline Citroen marque - is making its debut at the 2014 Paris Motor Show.

Officially created on June 1, DS says its clear-cut ambition is to return the French automotive industry to the ranks of the premium carmakers.

New and unique Citroen C4 Cactus arrives

Thu, Oct 09, 2014

The new Citroen C4 Cactus is a bold response to the changing needs and priorities of today's car owners, accorging to the carmaker, offering a real alternative to the traditional compact hatchback, with a fresh and distinctive approach.

Nissan boasts its new Pulsar is the hatchback challenger

Thu, Oct 02, 2014

Nissan says it means business with its re-entry into the competitive and popular hatchback market with the new Pulsar.

Ford announces model line-up for new Focus

Thu, Oct 02, 2014

Ahead of its arrival here in November, Ford Ireland has told us the model line-up for the eagerly awaited newly updated Ford Focus range.

Priced from €20,295, the range is comprised four series from the entry-level Focus, Focus Style, Zetec and top of the range Titanium. The range is available in a three-model line-up of sporty five-door hatchback, sleek four-door saloon and stylish five-door estate.

From Cape to Cape in a Volkswagen Touareg

Thu, Sep 25, 2014

On Sunday (September 21) three drivers set out in a Volkswagen Touareg in pursuit of a world record time over a route that connects the northern tip of Europe with the southern tip of South Africa: From North Cape to Cape Agulhas.

Honda to preview new Jazz for Europe in Paris

Thu, Sep 25, 2014

Honda has released the first images of the new Jazz prototype that will make its public debut early next month at the 2014 Paris International Motor Show.

This prototype introduces a completely new body shell for the popular model with a sleek and modern design that hints at the significant advances to be introduced in this latest model. The external dimensions have changed with the length being 15mm longer and the wheelbase 30mm longer helping to create an even more spacious cabin.

Skoda launches finance offer for IFA members

Thu, Sep 25, 2014

Skoda Ireland has announced an exclusive special finance offer for IFA members whereby it will contribute €1,000 towards a finance deposit on any of its new models using Skoda finance.

Renault renews van line-up and five-year warranty

Thu, Sep 25, 2014

Renault has now renewed its entire LCV line-up with the introduction of a new Trafic and Master joining the new Kangoo in the range - and all come with a confidence boosting five-year unlimited mileage warranty.

Worldwide sales of Suzuki Swift reach four million

Thu, Sep 18, 2014

Suzuki 's Swift, which was launched in 2004, has reached cumulative worldwide sales of four million units in August 2014 - nine years and nine months since the start of sales.

Mercedes-Benz unveils new AMG GT

Thu, Sep 18, 2014

It is always good to see how the other half live and such an occasion was the recent Mercedes-Benz unveiling off the much-vaunted AMG GT. It certainly revealed what sports car enthusiasts might well regard as a stunningly-attractive successor to the SLS and a potent rival to all who lay claim to the premium sports car segment.

The four-litre twin-turbo V8 GT, with its front-mounted engine, rear wheel drive train and lightweight aluminium body, is being produced in a powerful 530bhp GTS version initially. This will be followed soon afterwards in a slightly more refined 456bhp version. Both will be available to Irish buyers from mid-2015, with the GTS version being first to arrive in May to be followed two months later by the GT version.

Ford releases details of new Mondeo

Thu, Sep 18, 2014

The long awaited new Mondeo will go on sale here in Ireland in late November. It will be available in two series initially, Zetec and Titanium, and prices will start from €28,995. Body styles will include five-door and a wagon (estate) variant.

Opel names new small car Karl

Thu, Sep 18, 2014

The new generation Opel Corsa and the stylish, three-door Opel Adam are about to welcome a new addition. From summer 2015, another small car will join them, the five-door Opel Karl.

New Volkswagen Passat prices announced

Thu, Sep 11, 2014

Volkswagen has released pricing for the new eighth-generation Volkswagen Passat, which will go on sale here next January.

Mazda unveils the new MX-5 roadster

Thu, Sep 11, 2014

Mazda finally revealed its Mazda MX-5 - the fourth-generation model which features a distinctive adaptation of the KODO – Soul of Motion design.

It will go on sale in Europe in 2015, and will arrive in the Irish market next summer.

New XC90 unveiled with Volvo's new face

Thu, Sep 11, 2014

Months of speculation ended recently when Volvo Cars unveiled its long awaited new XC90. It delivers on its promise to introduce a visually striking, premium quality seven-seat SUV with world-leading safety features, new powertrain technologies, an unrivalled combination of power and fuel efficiency, and a superlative interior finish.

Suzuki set to unveil new Vitara small SUV

Thu, Sep 11, 2014

Suzuki Motor Corporation will give a global premiere of its new, small and stylish SUV model at the 2014 Paris Motor Show next month.

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