Christmas road safety campaign launch

Thu, Dec 09, 2010

An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority launch the 2010/11 Christmas and New Year Road Safety Campaign today (Thursday).

Flat batteries main cause of breakdowns

Thu, Dec 09, 2010

Flat batteries are still the number one cause of breakdowns on Irish roads, according to the AA Ireland annual breakdown review.

BMW launches winter tyre programme in Ireland

Thu, Dec 09, 2010

BMW has launched a specialised winter tyre programme in Ireland, designed to help drivers get the best on-road performance from their cars throughout the winter months – regardless of weather conditions.

Test drive a VW at Western Motors’ Open Weekend

Thu, Dec 09, 2010

The newest arrivals to the Volkswagen range will be on show at Western Motors Ballybrit at an Open Weekend on Saturday and Sunday.

Motorpark Athlone opens in Athlone as Ford Main Dealer

Thu, Dec 09, 2010

Motorpark is delighted to announce the opening of a new Ford sales and aftersales facility at Monksland, Athlone.

Straight As as Skoda goes with GreenLine technology

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Skoda claims that eco-friendly driving in Ireland has just got a big boost. The people at Skoda say that their ever expanding range has a new addition with the introduction of its innovative 'GreenLine' technology. It delivers reduced CO2 emissions while maintaining driving performance.

New Mitsubishi 1.8L Lancer Diesel arrives

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Mitsubishi has added a new six-speed 1.8 litre common rail direct injection diesel engined version of their Lancer. It attracts just with €156 annual road tax will only help to increase the popularity of this iconic vehicle.

Safety Direct continues sponsorship of Galway International Rally

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Galway Motor Club, organisers of the Galway International Rally, is delighted to announce that Safety Direct will be the title sponsor of the Galway International rally for the fourth consecutive year. The Galway-based safety equipment supplier began its association with the event in 2008 and the success of the rally encouraged them to return for the past three years.

Alan Fair, Operations Director with Safety Direct commented, “We are delighted to continually support such an exciting event which brings thousands of spectators to Galway at a time when tourism is at a low.

Cunningham Higgins, Galway named Retail Operation of the Year

Thu, Dec 02, 2010

Cunningham Higgins in Ballybrit, Galway was this week presented with the Retail Operation of the Year trophy at the first ever awards ceremony for the Irish motor industry.

Backed by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), the official voice of the motor industry in Ireland, and sponsored by Castrol Professional, the specialist lubricants and business improvement solutions provider, the awards took place at Killashee House Hotel in Naas, Co. Kildare.

Cunningham Higgins appointed main dealers for Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Galway motor dealers Cunningham Higgins has been appointed authorised main sales and after-sales dealers for Mercedes-Benz light commercial vehicles.

Local car dealer celebrates award win

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Cunningham Higgins in Ballybrit, Galway, was this week presented with the Retail Operation of the Year trophy at the first awards ceremony for the Irish motor industry.

The honour was awarded to the Ballybrit dealership for competitiveness within its market segment, prudent investment in difficult market conditions, and a pro-active, holistic vision of its business.

Ford launches redesigned C-Max

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Ford has launched the new C-Max here in Ireland with an entry level price of €23,995 and, as a special launch offer for a limited time, Ford tells us that all C-Max Titanium models will come with active park assist as standard. This is an option that normally costs €750.

Opel Ireland takes bookings for electric Ampera

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Opel is taking reservations for the 2011 Ampera, the company’s electric vehicle, which also features extended-range capability.

Toyota unveils RAV4 EV Concept

Thu, Nov 25, 2010

Toyota took the wraps off its new electric vehicle, the RAV4 EV Concept, at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Hyundai’s new small MPV for launch this week

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

The new Hyundai ix20, a more dynamic looking small MPV, is now on sale here.

Shortlist for prestigious Continental Irish Car of the Year

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

A shortlist of 10 models for the Continental Irish Car of the Year 2011 has been announced by the Irish Motoring Writers Association.

The overall winner of the 2011 Continental Irish Car of the Year title will be announced at an awards ceremony in the Convention Centre Dublin, Spencer Dock, Dublin 1, on Thursday November 25, 2010.

Ford's Transit Connect Electric van takes on cars

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

Ford will debut its new Transit Connect Electric van on the first RAC Future Car Challenge, a dynamic showcase for electric, hybrid and low-emission vehicles.

Galwegians to receive a preview of the luxurious new Lexus CT

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

Galway motorists are set to receive a sneak preview of the new Lexus CT200h, which the company claims is the world’s first full hybrid luxury compact car.

Although it is due to arrive in Ireland in early 2011, Lexus Galway has announced that the new Lexus CT200h will appear in a one-off Irish preview tour in its Lexus Galway showrooms in Ballybrit.on December 15.

Kia Motors Ireland recalls small number of cars

Thu, Nov 18, 2010

On-going product testing and monitoring at Kia Motors has revealed a small number of Picanto models and fewer cee’d cars require remedial work. The small number of customers involved have been contacted to avoid any possible safety issues.

In the case of Picanto, the harsh 2009-2010 weather conditions have revealed that where high levels of de-icing materials have been used, there is a possibility that material in the fuel filter neck seal could be damaged and a fuel leak could occur.