New Nissan ‘Car Combo’ offer

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

Nissan tells us it is giving motorists an opportunity to save money by buying two new 182 cars together as part of a newly introduced ‘Car Combo’ offer which is set to change the Irish car buying market.

James McCarthy, CEO of Nissan Ireland, says the average age of cars on Irish roads is currently nine years old and many motorists want to change to newer, cleaner and more efficient cars.

AA Ireland invests in new van rescue fleet

Thu, Jun 21, 2018

AA Ireland has invested almost €500,000 in new vans to upgrade its existing breakdown assistance fleet from Cork-based company Ford Ireland.

Toyota backs fuel cell power for vehicles of the future

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

Toyota’s move to expand mass-production of fuel cell stacks and hydrogen tanks ten-fold post-2020 should banish any doubts what will power cars in the future.

Subaru revamps 2018 2.5i petrol Outback model

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

Subaru has revamped the 2018 Subaru Outback 2.5i petrol engined Lineartronic in time for the 182 plate change.

Kia reaffirms market-leading seven-year warranty

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

Kia has unveiled a new seven-year warranty logo, which embodies the company’s ethos of what it calls “Quality Redefined”.

Duty on imported Chinese truck tyres increasing costs

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

Large numbers of new truck tyres manufactured in China are going up in price, with resulting increased costs for many truck owners, as well for tyre importers and retailers.

Audi Galway pilots new augmented reality technology

Thu, Jun 14, 2018

Audi Ireland has announced the launch of its new augmented reality consumer experience exclusively across a number of select Irish dealerships including Audi Galway - the only one outside Dublin.

The German carmaker says the new AR technology will allow Irish customers to be the first in the world to immerse themselves in the latest technology features of the new Audi A7, and is set to represent a global first in the automotive retail industry. Audi Ireland has partnered with leading Irish experiential technology agency vStream to launch Audi’s first global pilot programme in Ireland.

New Opel Corsa GSi promises great driving fun

Thu, Jun 07, 2018

When the new Opel Corsa GSi follows the Insignia GSi onto the market this summer, it will be powered by the brand’s punchy 1.4-litre turbo engine with 150bhp and 220Nm of torque.

Impressive results as Toyota Prius reduces fuel costs

Thu, Jun 07, 2018

Data collected during a pilot programme has demonstrated a 22 per cent reduction in Co2 emissions and an impressive 35 per cent reduction in fuel costs when driving a Toyota Prius compared with the drivers' own diesel vehicles.

The programme was the initiative of Local Link (transport coordinator for the HSE) which teamed up with a number of partners including Toyota, SEAI, and the Department of Transport, with the objective of benchmarking clean and innovative transport solutions for the future.

New Citroen C5 Aircross SUV revealed

Thu, Jun 07, 2018

Citroen has revealed the European version of its flagship new C5 Aircross SUV as the brand continues its international SUV offensive. It will be launched in Europe at the end of 2018 and will be the first Citroen with a plug-in hybrid powertrain at the end of 2019.

Toyota’s upgrade to hybrid free with finance offers

Thu, Jun 07, 2018

Toyota has launched its ‘Upgrade to hybrid for free with finance’ campaign, which it says makes it even easier for Irish consumers to switch to hybrid.

The campaign kicks off Toyota’s 182 sales drive in the run up to Showtime, the national sales event which takes place in all its dealerships from Wednesday une 6 until Saturday June 9.

New Mercedes-Benz A-Class and CLS coupé arrive

Thu, May 31, 2018

This week, we have seen Mercedes-Benz launch two new models on the Irish market - the A-Class and CLS coupé, both of which, the company hopes will bring additional 182 registrations.

Honda pushing ‘Power by Adrenaline’

Thu, May 31, 2018

Honda has kicked-off the 182 buying season with a sales promotion entitled: ‘Powered by Adrenaline’, which it describes as a carousel of offers to the Irish market.

Galway drivers go electric

Thu, May 31, 2018

One thousand electric cars have been registered so far this year compared to 972 for all of 2017, according to the Minister for the Diaspora and International Development, Ciaran Cannon

Almost 5,400 electric cars are now on Irish roads, Minister Cannon says, ecouraged by supports the Government is offering for the switch to an EV with positives for the environment and the reduction in air and noise pollution.

Kia Motors launches Niro hybrid here

Thu, May 31, 2018

The Niro PHEV plug-in hybrid version is now available in Irish showrooms at a price of €35,995.

Johnny Sexton collects new Lexus RX450h

Thu, May 31, 2018

Ireland rugby star Johnny Sexton has joined Lexus Ireland as an ambassador until 2019. Ahead of a busy summer period of international fixtures and this Autumn’s highly-anticipated Rugby World Cup, Johnny took time out of his training schedule and was this week presented with a Lexus RX450h.

Sexton, an icon of Irish rugby and an integral member of Joe Schmidt’s current Irish side, has enjoyed successes at the highest level of international and club rugby and will now be able to enjoy the luxury and refinement of the Lexus RX450h. Lexus is renowned for leading edge innovation combining hybrid technology with true luxury and bold assertive designs.

Fiat Tipo diesel price match

Thu, May 31, 2018

Fiat Ireland says customers can now benefit from a new pricing structure that will mean petrol and diesel variants for its Tipo Family are now aligned.

The entry price for the Tipo Family will now be the sedan easy version at €17,995 (or the hatchback pop version for the same price) for both the 95hp petrol and diesel versions (petrol 1.4 95hp, diesel 1.3 95hp).

Honda powers Monivea’s mini rugby dreams

Thu, May 31, 2018

Monivea RFC was one of the four winners of the Honda ‘Powering Local Dreams Minis’.

No diesel version of new Volvo S60 saloon planned

Thu, May 24, 2018

The new Volvo S60 saloon, which goes into production from this autumn, will be the first Volvo to be produced without a diesel engine, highlighting Volvo Cars’ commitment to a long-term future beyond the traditional combustion engine.

Ford dealerships looking to recruit apprentices

Thu, May 24, 2018

A range of Ford dealerships in Ireland is looking to recruit up to 50 new apprentice technicians and fully qualified technicians for a career in the motor industry.