Petrol and diesel prices show first fall since October
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
There has been some very slight relief at the pumps in recent weeks as the latest AA fuel price survey reveals that petrol and diesel prices both fell this month. Petrol dropped by 1.6 cent to an average of 151.3 cent per litre, while diesel fell more sharply, down 3.2 cent to an average of 142.8 nationwide.
“It is a question of being thankful for small mercies,” says AA director of policy Conor Faughnan. “For the first time in eight months petrol prices did not get any worse. The small drop is helpful, but we are still dealing with record high prices overall. We still have high oil prices combined with inflated Irish taxes. With both oil prices and the exchange rate between the euro and the dollar remaining volatile, we are not out of the woods yet.”
Read more ...Future Volvos to avoid collisions with wild animals
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
Volvo Car Corporation tells us its engineers are taking the next step in active safety by developing a system that alerts and automatically brakes for animals on the road. The new system will be launched on the market in a few years' time.
Read more ...Toyota Yaris breaks cover
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
The third generation Toyota Yaris will be launched here later this year.
Read more ...Scrappage generates €86 million for Government
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
More than €86 million has been generated by the Government Car Scrappage Scheme which ends in a month.
Figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry show that as at the end of May, 9,360 reclaims have been made under the scheme so far this year.
Read more ...Ford's new C-Max is exceeding expectations
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
Ford's new C-Max lifestyle MPV is segment sales leader in Ireland with 23 per cent market-share. It is also surpassing sales expectations across Europe, recording more than 100,000 sales and orders since its launch late last year.
Read more ...Peugeot unveils newly updated 308 hatchback
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
Peugeot has launched its newly updated 308 hatchback here. It features styling elements seen on the newly-launched Peugeot 508, including Peugeot’s new signature floating grille to give it a more elegant and modern look.
Read more ...Two new stunning Mercedes-Benz models arrive
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Mercedes-Benz has just introduced two stunning new premium models here. The new C-Class coupé replaces the CLK, while the new SLK also debuts to replace the previous version, writes Padraic Deane.
Read more ...Stylish new Citroen C4 has real substance
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
The new Citroen C4, which was launched earlier this year, is keenly priced with the entry level model at €19,140.
Read more ...Irish Ferries fits ships for electric and hybrid cars
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Electric and hybrid car travel between Ireland, Britain and France has come closer to being an everyday occurrence thanks to an initiative by Irish Ferries and ESB ecars, which has seen battery charging points being installed on two of its vessels.
Read more ...Mazda MX-5 ranked the highest sports car
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
The world’s best-selling roadster, the Mazda MX-5, has been ranked the highest sports car in the 2011 JD Power vehicle ownership satisfaction survey, published last week.
Read more ...Top tips for safe summer driving
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
With summer having arrived, the Institute of Advanced Motorists is advising motorists on ways to prepare their cars for the summer driving season.
Read more ...Ford gives emergency support for Port Tunnel users
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
The Dublin Port Tunnel operator has taken delivery of a new fleet of emergency vehicles comprising five specially adapted Ford models – two Focus estates and three Transit vans.
Read more ...Audi claims another Le Mans to overtake Ferrari
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Audi Sport has won the 24 hours Le Mans with the race debut of its new R18TDI.
Read more ...Land Rover's Discovery hooks Jamie Heaslip
Thu, Jun 16, 2011
Jamie Heaslip, the leading Leinster and Irish rugby forward, has been appointed as a brand ambassador for Land Rover.
Read more ...New VW Golf cabriolet arrives here in August
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
The new Golf cabriolet will be available in Ireland from August, with pricing to be announced nearer to the launch date.
Read more ...Car sales up ten per cent in May
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
New car sales for May were up just over 10 per cent compared to the same month in 2010, according to figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry. New car sales at 9,471 for the month were up 10.38 per cent on May 2010 (8,580).
The SIMI says these statistics suggest Ireland is on target to achieve the predicted level of around 88,000 new car sales for 2011 - the same level as last year.
Read more ...New Suzuki Swift diesel lowers driving costs
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
Suzuki has added a low emissions 1.3-litre DDiS diesel model to the recently launched Swift range.
Read more ...Road users beware farm machines
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
The Road Safety Authority and the Irish Farmers Association are urging road users to take extra care as the number of tractors, trailers, and other farm machinery using the roads increases over the summer months.
Read more ...Volkswagen launches Irish exclusive Golf Edition-R
Thu, Jun 09, 2011
Volkswagen has launched a special new addition to the legendary Golf range, and the Edition-R is available exclusively to Irish drivers.
The Golf Edition-R is building on strong foundations. The sixth generation Golf is a big favourite with Irish drivers, and the new Edition–R sits between the popular Comfortline and Highline trim levels/ specifications.
Read more ...New Opel Zafira Tourer on the way next year
Thu, May 26, 2011
The Opel Zafira Tourer will make its world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show in September and will arrive here next spring.
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