Peugeot 5008 top selling large SUV in Ireland

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

The Peugeot 5008 is currently Ireland's best-selling large SUV.

Kia EV5 en route

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Kia has shared more details of its forthcoming EV5 SUV which, as the numbers suggest, will sit between the EV4 and the EV6 in the Korean brand's electric vehicle offensive.

Hyundai Ioniq 9 on sale now

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Hyundai Ireland has released the pricing and specification for the new Ioniq 9 seven-seater electric SUV.

Subaru launching three new electric vehicles

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Subaru has announced plans to launch three new fully-electric models in Ireland next year.

Stellantis pulls plug on hydrogen van development

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Stellantis is scrapping its hydrogen fuel cell technology development program, citing “limited availability of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, high capital requirements, and the need for stronger consumer purchasing incentives”, as the reasons for its decision.

Iveco sets towing world record

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

A standard all-electric Iveco eDaily 3.5 tonne van has claimed the official Guiness World Record for the ‘heaviest weight towed by an electric van’.

Elroq ‘n’ roll star

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

It is very difficult to poke holes in Skoda these days. In an age of overcomplicating absolutely everything for no apparent reason, it is even more impressive to still be so good at what you do.

Fiat Grande Panda wins Red Dot Award

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The Fiat Grande Panda has been recognised for its interior and exterior design by being announced as the winner of the 2025 Red Dot Award in the ‘Product Design’ category.

New Symbioz powertrains now available

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

The Renault Symbioz compact SUV is now available in two new powertrains – the TCe mild hybrid 140 manual and the E-Tech full hybrid 160.

New Mazda CX5 unveiled

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Mazda has confirmed the third generation their best-selling CX5 SUV set to arrive in Ireland in early next year.

Elroq ‘n’ roll star

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

It is very difficult to poke holes in Skoda these days. In an age of overcomplicating absolutely everything for no apparent reason, it is even more impressive to still be so good at what you do.

Rapid Cupra Born VZ has impressive range

Thu, Jul 10, 2025

Electric hot hatches have been something of a grey area these past few years, with many, if not all, failing to meet the brief. The missing ingredient? A combustion engine. It's like a chicken fillet roll without the chicken fillet - destined to fail from the start.

But the latest EV to throw its name into the ring may be about to change all that – the Cupra Born VZ.

New EV plates available now

Thu, Jul 03, 2025

Drivers of new and existing fully-electric vehicles can now apply for a green registration plate.

Nissan upgrades e-Power tech

Wed, Jul 02, 2025

Nissan has announced a number of upgrades to its e-Power technology on the Qashqai. The upgrades promise to deliver better fuel consumption and lower emissions.

First launched in Europe four years ago, e-Power was developed by Nissan to deliver an electric-drive experience without the need to plug in; the 1.5-litre petrol engine is used only to generate electricity which is distributed directly to the electric motor to drive the wheels, as well as to charge the battery if needed.

Save €2k on Toyota’s Corolla Hybrid Van

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

From July 1, a new reduced VRT rate of just eight per cent (down from 13.3 per cent) on Category B vehicles will allow customers to save €2,000 on the Corolla Hybrid Van, lowering the starting price to €27,378.

Cheap and cheerful Spring to mind

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Never judge an EV by the size of its battery – as the saying goes.

Skoda Enyaq is the top dog

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

The new Skoda Enyaq has been named the 'Best Car for Dogs' by Autotrader in the United Kingdom.

Electric all-wheel drive Grandland available now

Thu, Jun 26, 2025

Opel has announced the details of its first ever fully electric model with all-wheel drive - the new Opel Grandland Electric AWD Ultimate 325hp.

Peugeot E-208 GTi revealed

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The iconic 24h of Le Mans circuit was the venue of choice last weekend for Peugeot to reveal the new E-208 GTi, the French company’s first ever electric hot hatch.

Skoda Kodiaq named Tow Car of the Year

Thu, Jun 19, 2025

The new Skoda Kodiaq has shown it’s more than just a family SUV – it’s now officially the best in the business for towing, according to What Car? The Czech SUV has been named overall Tow Car of the Year 2025 after seeing off a raft of competition and impressing a panel of expert judges.

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