Mercedes-Benz launches new model offensive
Thu, Dec 22, 2011
Mercedes-Benz is to undertake an ambitious new model development programme over the next four years.
Read more ...Toyota launches new 2012 Avensis and Hilux
Thu, Dec 15, 2011
Toyota has just launched its 2012 Avensis and Hilux models here. The Avensis has received several interior and exterior changes. Prices start at €24,995 for the D-4D 125 (2.0) Terra saloon.
Designed, engineered, and built in Europe, the Avensis was first launched at the end of 1997 and has since firmly established itself in the Irish D-segment. It sold 3,368 units in Ireland in 2010, representing a 31.4 per cent segment share.
Read more ...Enter the ‘clean dynamic’ new Honda Civic at Bradley Honda
Thu, Dec 15, 2011
The much-anticipated ninth generation Honda Civic will be making its first appearance at Bradley Honda, Dublin Road, Galway, this weekend.
Read more ...Renault is electric and Kangoo on target
Thu, Dec 08, 2011
Renault Ireland’s managing director Eric Basset has set a interesting challenge for his dealer network and team that aims to see 1,000 Renault electric vehicles sold by the manufacturer in Ireland next year.
Read more ...Galway Rally 2012 returns to city centre for first time since 1998
Thu, Dec 01, 2011
2012 marks the 41st anniversary of the Galway rally which began in 1971, and this event will also incorporate a city centre spectator stage for the first time in 14 years.
Read more ...Nissan offers low cost finance packages
Thu, Dec 01, 2011
Nissan Credit has recently announced details of competitive low-rate finance available to customers purchasing selected new Nissan passenger models in 2012.
Read more ...New Volkswagen CC set for March launch
Thu, Dec 01, 2011
From launch, the Irish engine range for the new Volkswagen CC (formerly called the Passat CC) will comprise powerful and efficient 2.0-litre TDI 140bhp or 170bhp common rail diesels, both in tax band B. Both engines are available optionally with six speed manual or seven speed auto DSG.
Read more ...Seat is feeling electric about the future
Thu, Dec 01, 2011
Spanish carmaker Seat, which is part of the Volkswagen Group, tells us it is working on its first electric car designed, developed, and manufactured in Spain. And, as well as unveiling the prototype Altea XL Electric Ecomotive, an electrically-driven zero-emissions car, the Spanish manufacturer also presented the prototype Leon TwinDrive Ecomotive, a plug-in hybrid.
Read more ...KIA Rio is Continental Irish Car of the Year
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
The Kia Rio has been voted Continental Irish Car of the Year 2012 by the Irish Motoring Writers’ Association.
Read more ...Another first for Western Motors
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Western Motors with Volkswagen and Audi dealerships based in Galway and Drogheda has launched a fully functional dedicated dealership smartphone application which operates on both iphone and android platforms.
The app is fully loaded with capabilities such as booking a car service, checking a car’s progress while it is being serviced, viewing and enquiring about new and used car stock, and much more.
Read more ...Ford adds new 1.6 litre diesel to better value Mondeo
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Ford Ireland tells us it has extended the Mondeo model line up, while a price realignment also sees prices reduced on a number of key models in the range.
Read more ...See it, drive it, win it weekend at Tony Burke Motors
Thu, Nov 24, 2011
Local Toyota dealer Tony Burke Motors is inviting motorists to its Win it Weekend taking placing in its showroom in Ballybrit, Galway, which starts today and continues through Sunday.
Read more ...Revised Mazda3 to launch early 2012
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Mazda has upgraded its Mazda3 hatchback which will go on sale early in the New Year. It has a redesigned front and rear, with new twist-spoke alloy wheel designs and interior changes include new materials, colours and a quieter cabin.
Read more ...Toyota iQ heads to Vegas
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The SEMA specialist motor show in Las Vegas had a special Toyota surprise for visitors when it opened last Tuesday. The Japanese carmaker is hosting an array of full-blooded customised versions of the iQ, that take the style-setting urban car into a new world of pumped bodywork and pimped interiors.
Read more ...Next generation Honda Civic on the way
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The ninth generation Honda Civic will arrive in Honda dealer showrooms here in time for the January 2012 market. Prices start from €20.995 for the i.4 SE petrol and from €23,995 for the SE diesel models.
Read more ...TV chef is new brand ambassador for Audi
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Audi Ireland's new brand ambassador is TV chef and author Rachel Allen. The mother of three picked up the keys to her new Audi Q7 recently.
Read more ...2012 Nissan GT-R will be available next year
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
The 2012 model year Nissan GT-R arrives in European showrooms from early 2012.
Read more ...New Volkswagen CC to debut at Los Angeles Show
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Volkswagen's new CC broke cover last week in advance of being officially unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week.
Volkswagen tells us that more than 270,000 people across the world have been won over by its predecessor's blend of four-door practicality and sleek coupé-like styling.
Read more ...Volkswagen offers big value special €99 service
Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Volkswagen Ireland is currently offering an outstanding value service offer of €99 for all Volkswagen models, post 2007.
Read more ...Ford open event offers new value and finance deals
Thu, Nov 10, 2011
Ford Ireland has announced a range of offers and packages that include extended warranty, servicing and roadside assistance for up to four years on new vehicles.
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