World’s largest electric-vehicle fleet for conference

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

The Renault-Nissan Alliance will provide the world’s largest electric-vehicle fleet  to an international conference.

New high spec Ford Kuga Titanium launched

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

Ford Ireland has just launched its new high specification Kuga Titanium+, and it debuts with a competitive price of €28,595.

Mazda unveils rotary sports car concept 

Thu, Nov 12, 2015

The sports car concept is powered by a next-generation SkyActiv-R rotary engine, the unconventional technology that is perhaps the most compelling symbol of the carmaker’s challenger spirit.

Jaguar XF arrives with good entry price

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

Jaguar Land Rover Ireland has launched its new XF, with a a competitive entry price for the  'Business Edition' of €43,205. And of course the new XF slots into the Jaguar saloon car range, between the XE and XJ model lines.

Hyundai launches new compact Tucson 

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

Hyundai entered the European SUV market in 2000 with the first generation Santa Fe. Then in 2004, the first generation Tucson was launched, making Hyundai one of the European pioneers in the compact SUV segment.

Hyundai i20 - 2016 Northern Ireland Car of the Year

Thu, Nov 05, 2015

The Hyundai i20 took the top spot at the 2016 NIIB Finance Northern Ireland Car of the Year Awards held  at Cultra Manor, part of the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum on the outskirts of Belfast.

New Kia cee'd offers more style and substance

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

Kia has comprehensively upgraded of its popular cee’d, a core model in the company’s continuing success in Europe. It now delivers a more dynamic performance and offers greater quality and a more appealing design.

Do your travel plans include safe tyre checks?

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

With many families taking a break in the school half-terms, TyreSafe (a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of correct tyre maintenance and the dangers of defective and worn tyres) is reminding mums, dads and all drivers to ensure they’re keeping the risks to a minimum by practising #SafeTyreChecks.

October is typically the wettest month of the year and coincides with the onset of colder weather, a combination which places high demands on the only safety feature of a vehicle which is in touch with the roads – its tyres. Most drivers are unaware that each tyre’s ‘footprint’ is about the same size as an adult’s palm, and with so much literally riding on them it’s essential to check they are in optimal condition.

Motor trade scams to be aware of

Thu, Oct 29, 2015

Vehicle history check expert, Cartell.ie, exhibitors at the Auto Trade EXPO, at the weekend is advising consumers to avoid  “trending” scams in the marketplace. Private transactions involving a motor vehicle can be difficult and the market environment can be treacherous for the buyer, according to Cartell.ie.

Here are some of the current scams in the market, what to look out for, and the things a consumer can do to reduce the risk of being duped.

Jaguar F-Pace stars at Frankfurt Show

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

The new Jaguar F-Pace was revealed to the world with a spectacular gravity-defying performance on the eve of the recent Frankfurt Motor Show.

Bicycle helmets most effective in low speed collisions

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

A UCD professor who conducted a study of cyclists with fatal head injuries is recommending bicycle helmets be worn to protect against head injuries in the event of a collision, particularly at speeds of less than 50km/h. 

The results of the study were presented at the annual Road Safety Authority's academic road safety lecture.  

Fiat’s new c-segment saloon called Tipo 

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Fiat’s new c-segment contender is to be known as the Tipo. However, the new Tipo saloon has not been confirmed for the Irish or UK markets at this time.

VW has action plan to correct emissions

Thu, Oct 22, 2015

Volkswagen Group Ireland has announced its action plan to correct the emissions characteristics of certain diesel vehicles.

The Vehicle Identification Number details of affected vehicles are being released centrally from brands to retailers. In addition, an international online self-serve process for customers to check if their vehicle is affected based on VIN has also been set up.

New Honda Jazz and HR-V models arriving

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Honda has announced prices for the new Honda Jazz supermini and the stunning new Honda HR-V subcompact crossover.

New Suzuki Baleno to offer much more

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Suzuki has not only introduced a new Baleno but it also sits on a new-generation platform. Offering increased rigidity and reduced weight, enhanced fuel efficiency, handling and stability, it still achieves high levels of safety and NVH performance.

New Renault Kadjar looks like a real contender

Thu, Oct 15, 2015

Renault is planning to build on the huge success of its compact Captur crossover which last year alone recorded almost 178,000 sales.

More powerful Seat Leon Cupra 290

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The Seat Leon Cupra and the SC coupé and five-door hatchback version were recently joined here by the versatile ST version. And now the Leon Cupra has been given a power boost, delivering up to a maximum of 290 PS.

Luxury motor vehicle exodus from Ireland

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Luxury vehicles, such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and Bentleys, feature in the list of vehicles issued a refund under the VRT Export Repayment Scheme, website Cartell.ie has reported.

So far in 2015 there have been 3,284 vehicles exported out of the state. Of those vehicles 556 (or 17 per cent) had Vehicle Registration Tax refunded by the Government. Refund of VRT for exported vehicles is based on the VRT Export Repayment Scheme, which allows for the repayment of “residual” VRT on passenger vehicles permanently exported from the state. The scheme commenced in 2013.

Skoda, the most dependable car brand - JD Power

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

Skoda has been named as the UK’s most dependable brand in a new JD Power study.

Sprinter van nets a 20th Birthday awards hat-trick

Thu, Oct 08, 2015

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter enjoyed a night of stunning success at the prestigious Commercial Fleet Awards 2015, scooping three trophies including the most coveted accolade for manufacturers - the Commercial Vehicle of the Year.

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