Volvo's ES90 has Scandi class

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Volvo has not had the smoothest of electric vehicle transitions. You may have read elsewhere of software issues such as problems with driver assistance systems, inconsistent functioning of digital keys, error messages and issues with charging and air conditioning. While my lived experience with the brand's EVs has been by no means a disaster, I did expect much better.

Isuzu debuts new 2.2-litre diesel pick-up

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Isuzu has introduced a new 2.2-litre turbo diesel D-Max pick-up.

New Micra officially launched

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Nissan has officially launched the new fully-electric Micra as the brand continues the story of the car that first hit Irish roads some 40 years ago.

Opel Frontera returns as value for money family car

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Bulky, heavy and utilitarian are all suitable adjectives for the original Opel and Vauxhall Frontera of the '90s. An off-roader that could be bought with a 2.3-litre turbo diesel engine and later on a 3.2-litre V6 petrol engine. How many cars of that ilk are on the market today?

Cupra launches used-car programme

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Cupra has launched its own approved used-car programme.

Every Cupra Approved Used vehicle undergoes a comprehensive inspection by trained technicians. The Cupra Approved Used programme spans the full model line-up, giving drivers access to a range of pre-owned models from petrol and diesel to plug-in hybrid and fully-electric.

Cupra lifts lid on its smallest car

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Cupra has unveiled the brand's smallest car yet, the Raval.

World Car of the Year announced

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

The BMW iX3 has been crowned the World Car of the Year for 2026 at an awards ceremony in New York last week.

An international jury of 98 motor journalists named the iX3 as the winner ahead of 57 competing vehicles across all powertrain categories. That jury also named the iX3 as the World Electric Vehicle of the Year.

Cupra lifts lid on its smallest car

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Cupra has unveiled the brand's smallest car yet, the Raval.

MG launches Europe's first semi-solid-state battery

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Solid-state batteries have long been viewed as the pinnacle of the electric vehicle technology, with claims that a full charge can be achieved in around nine minutes.

Skoda expands Superb range

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Skoda has introduced a new 200kW plug-in hybrid powertrain to the Superb hatchback variant.

New Ford electric van revealed

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Ford has revealed its new electric van, the Transit City.

Volkswagen to recall near 100,000 vehicles due to fire risk

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Volkswagen is recalling almost 100,000 of its electric vehicles due to issues linked to battery modules.

Kia creates a real buzz with PV5 Cargo

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Kia has an ambitious target of becoming a top three player in full-electric vans. While Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Renault and the Stellantis group lead the electric van market, their respective models are based on combustion engine conversions, compared to Kia’s dedicated electric vehicle platform.

BMW unveils i3 Neue Klasse

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

BMW has revealed the new all-electric i3, the second model from the brand's 'Neue Klasse' makeover after the iX3 SUV.

X-Trail upgraded for 2026

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Nissan has introduced a model year update for it X-Trail SUV for 2026.

Lexus ES Luxury Saloon to launch at Galway showroom

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Lexus Galway is launching the brand new ES Luxury Saloon at an exclusive preview event taking place in their Galway Showroom, Ballybrit, this weekend on Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21.

Defender breezes to summit of Little Sugar Loaf

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Land Rover Ireland pulled out all of the stops last week when it hosted a media drive at the 800-acre Killruddery Estate in Co Wicklow, which saw a convoy of Defender Hard Top commercials reach the summit of the Little Sugar Loaf mountain.

New Dacia model revealed

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Dacia has unveiled its new Striker estate model.
Full details on the model won't be made known until June, but the brand has said the new Striker will be available as a hybrid, a 4x4 hybrid, and LPG-powered. It has also revealed that the new model is 4.62-metres in length, which makes it longer than the Bigster SUV it is based on.

New electric Mercedes-Benz unveiled

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new all-electric VLE.

All-new battery electric Toyota C-HR+ arrives at Tony Burke Motors

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

Tony Burke Motors has announced the arrival of the all-new Toyota C-HR+.

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