Stunning Peugeot RCZ R lion to roar into Ireland

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The eagerly anticipated Peugeot RCZ R 270bhp, the most powerful road-going car the Peugeot brand has ever sold, has been unleashed in Ireland.

Kia MD elected SIMI president

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Dublin native James Brooks has been elected president of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, the representative body

for vehicle manufacturers/distributors, franchise dealerships, independent garages and many other businesses in the motor industry in Ireland.

Refurbished Skoda showrooms at Monaghan & Sons

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

As part of the planned refurbishment schedule across Ireland and Europe, Monaghan & Sons new car showroom opened recently, showcasing the latest Skoda models.

Quality tyres at the best possible prices at Fahy Tyre Worx

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

Fahy Tyre Worx, located in Ballindooley on the Headford Road, is committed to providing the best quality tyres, exhausts, and catalytic converters at great value prices.

Established in 1975, the company is owned and operated by Niall Fahy who has more than 10 years’ experience in the industry and a passion for tyres working within his family’s business, Fahy’s Garage Limited.

Skoda Yeti Xtreme concept makes world premiere

Thu, Jun 05, 2014

The world premiere of the Skoda Yeti Xtreme took place recently - the manufacturer’s demonstration of a crisp and robust interpretation of the popular compact SUV.

New Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate breaks cover

Thu, May 29, 2014

Mercedes-Benz will expand its C-Class family this autumn with a new estate model.

New S60/ V60 S versions from just under €30k

Thu, May 29, 2014

Volvo has introduced new S60 and V60 S versions to its already successful ranges with a new entry level price of €29,995 ex-works for the S60 D2 (115HP). The V60 version will sell at €32,545 ex-works.

Thanks for the lift... Western Motors celebrates fifty years by offering ‘a lift’

Thu, May 29, 2014

Fancy arriving to work in the newest model Seat, or being collected from the supermarket in a classic convertible?

New Nissan five-door hatchback on the way

Thu, May 29, 2014

Nissan says its passion for innovation and technology has seen it transform the family car landscape over the course of the last seven years. Now, using the same design approach and original thinking that produced the Qashqai, X-Trail and Note, Nissan says it is expanding its product portfolio once more with an exciting new family hatchback, the Pulsar.

Toyota showcases new model line-up

Thu, May 22, 2014

Toyota will be showcasing its full 2014 model line-up at dealerships across the country during its Showtime promotion, which began yesterday, Wednesday, and will continue until this Sunday May 25.

Skoda Tour de Conamara set for this weekend

Thu, May 22, 2014

Participants from all over Ireland are expected to take part in the Skoda Tour de Conamara, which takes place on Saturday May 24.

New Volkswagen Golf SV on the way

Thu, May 22, 2014

Volkswagen has opened its order books for the new Golf SV, a vehicle which it describes as having all the advanced technology of the Golf hatchback range, but in a larger, more practical, body.

New Kia Soul compact SUV launched in Ireland

Thu, May 15, 2014

The new 2014 Kia Soul compact SUV goes on sale in Ireland this week. The previous model was misunderstood - judged by its unconventional cover. And I was partly guilty of that too. It was not until I was in the US on holiday about two years ago that I hired one for a week and I was able to appreciate the real asset it was. Fun to drive, good accommodation and boot space, and very functional. I really enjoyed the Kia Soul - It was great.

Toyota 2.5 millionth Yaris is a hybrid

Thu, May 15, 2014

Toyota has just produced its 2.5-millionth Yaris since it started production in 2001.

Electric Renault Zoe arrives in Ireland

Thu, May 15, 2014

Renault’s first bespoke 100 per cent electric car Zoe drove (almost silently) into Dublin for its Irish launch last week.

Tailgating on the rise here according to survey

Thu, May 15, 2014

Most of us are guilty of sometimes driving too close behind the car in front – intentionally or not – however the dangerous practice of ‘tailgating’ has become more common than ever on Irish roads.

New Volkswagen Touareg SUV on the way

Thu, May 08, 2014

The Touareg is one of the world's most successful premium-class SUVs.

Quality tyres at the best possible prices at Fahy Tyre Worx

Thu, May 08, 2014

Fahy Tyre Worx, located in Ballindooley on the Headford Road, is committed to providing the best quality tyres, exhausts, and catalytic converters at value prices.

Established in 1975, the company is owned and operated by Niall Fahy, who has more than 10 years’ experience in the industry and a passion for tyres working within his family’s business, Fahy’s Garage Limited.

Lexus unveils new NX crossover at Beijing show

Thu, May 08, 2014

The new Lexus NX, a sharply styled mid-size premium crossover, broke cover at the 2014 Beijing International Auto Show.

The NX, Lexus first entry into the mid-size SUV market, has been conceived as an edgy, emotional design to appeal to new customers. With its striking design and high-end technologies, Lexus says that the hero model will set new standards for future models.

New Ford Transit Courier completes the range

Thu, May 08, 2014

The new Ford Transit Courier will offer van operators best-in-class fuel efficiency and load space when the first models are delivered to customers in early summer.

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