Story of car assembly in Ireland takes a curiously personal turnBob Montgomery’s comprehensive history of car making in the State is required reading for any Irish car nutWed Oct 09 2024 - 06:00
Benefit in kind rules have dented the value of a company car, unless it’s an EVBIK rules have made company cars less of a perk and more of a bill but certain electric vehicles present good value for moneyWed Oct 09 2024 - 05:00
Should I only charge my EV to 80 per cent every time? Five common questions on electric cars answeredHelping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Oct 08 2024 - 14:11
Skoda launches new electric Elroq SUV – a practical car with a 470L bootNew compact electric model priced from €36,545Wed Oct 02 2024 - 08:39
Test drive: Renault’s updated Captur hybrid offers a more memorable driving experienceRenault has given its compact crossover a thorough makeoverWed Oct 02 2024 - 06:00
Can I remove the battery of my hybrid EV car for a long trip?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Oct 01 2024 - 05:25
Why a car parts shortage is driving up insurance premiums Europe is suffering a drought of spare parts for cars, and it’s making life expensiveWed Sept 25 2024 - 06:30
Honda’s ZR-V is just a bit disappointing for a car with a €54,000 price tagThe effort put in by Honda’s engineers definitely doesn’t shine throughWed Sept 25 2024 - 06:00
Do synthetic fuels make more sense than EVs?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Sept 24 2024 - 05:30
Ireland’s EV charging network in need of a jolt of energyEven with sagging electric car sales, the network of charging points needs a serious upgrade. How long will we have to wait?Thu Sept 19 2024 - 05:00
Transport emissions: Is Ireland’s 2030 target already off the rails?Claims that Ireland will miss its 50 per cent transport emissions reductions target by almost half raise the question: what can we do now?Thu Sept 19 2024 - 05:00
Test drive: the Peugeot E-3008 electric SUV-coupe is a long-range surpriseDramatic styling inside and out for the new Peugeot, but the real story here is the tech underneathWed Sept 18 2024 - 07:00
How far can you go in an electric car? Almost 917km as it happensBridgestone and Webfleet team set new EV distance record - and it wasn’t even in some kind of space-age vehicleWed Sept 18 2024 - 06:00
When the battery runs out on a plug-in hybrid, do you have to manually switch to the engine?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Sept 17 2024 - 05:30
James May reckons the car is at ‘most interesting part of its history since it was invented’ as trio sign off on The Grand TourThe three presenters turn off their engines after one last epic tripFri Sept 13 2024 - 17:00
Robot racing car wants to speed up autonomous techRapid run at Goodwood shows artificial intelligence can improve self-driving technologyThu Sept 12 2024 - 05:45
Why do we not seem to be able to provide the EV charging network the State needs?Ireland’s sclerotic planning system acts as a major brake, but things could be about to improveWed Sept 11 2024 - 10:14
How to reverse the slump in EV sales Sales of electric cars in Ireland have fallen by 26 per cent this year. How can that be turned around?Tue Sept 10 2024 - 10:00
Are EVs more expensive to insure than other cars?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Sept 10 2024 - 06:00
Volvo refreshes hybrid XC90 to sell alongside new electric flagshipUpdated XC retains plug-in system with up to 70km of electric rangeWed Sept 04 2024 - 16:19
Will the battery pack get damaged if the bottom my EV hits off a speed bump or a rock?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Sept 03 2024 - 06:00
First look: BYD’s new electric hatch is a shorter Seal, the latest dramatic expansion of the sub-brandSeal 06 GT is the full production version of the Ocean M concept vehicleMon Sept 02 2024 - 06:00
How long will my car last?If you’re very lucky, 400,000km seems to be the answer, and if longevity is of utmost importance to you, look to JapanWed Aug 28 2024 - 07:00
Skoda’s new Superb truly lives up to its badgeNew Superb Combi estate makes a mockery of our SUV obsessionWed Aug 28 2024 - 06:00
Do all EVs come with autonomous driving capabilities?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Aug 27 2024 - 10:00
Our Test Drive: Renault Scenic E-TechThe all-electric Renault Scenic will compete with the Peugeot E-3008 and on balance the Peugeot offers more at a lesser price. Video: Neil BriscoeThu Aug 22 2024 - 08:34
Our Test Drive: Mazda 3People often ask Neil Briscoe what car he would buy with his own money, one new family car later and he is able to answer that question: a Mazda 3.Wed Aug 21 2024 - 08:42
The updated Suzuki Swift is cute, economical and fun to drive. Consider me a SwiftieThe previous version had a depressingly cheap black plastic interior, but this new Swift excels when it comes to cabin designWed Aug 21 2024 - 06:00
Can EVs only be serviced at expensive dealerships rather than local independent mechanics?Your EV questions answered: Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from factsTue Aug 20 2024 - 11:09
Our Test Drive: MG3 Hybrid+The MG3 is finally coming to Ireland, in hybrid form only, and given its pricing, it could emerge as a competitor to the Toyota Yaris and Renault Clio.Fri Aug 16 2024 - 12:59
Our Test Drive: Peugeot E-3008The old Peugeot 3008 came across as a dull, if practical, Quashqai-esque crossover, but the new version comes with a look that will turn heads.Thu Aug 15 2024 - 14:18
What’s really happening with electric car sales?The headlines are full of EV doom and gloom, but that’s not the full storyWed Aug 14 2024 - 09:00
MG’s impressive small hybrid undercuts Toyota and Renault on priceIs this new hatchback as good as its competition, though?Wed Aug 14 2024 - 08:00
Will charging an EV at my house double my electricity bill?Your EV questions answered: Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from factsTue Aug 13 2024 - 11:14
Amazon creates a ‘mega-brain’ of F1 statsAmazon Web Services is a sponsor of Formula One but it’s also leveraging its tech to delve deeper into the sportThu Aug 08 2024 - 06:00
Our Test Drive: Skoda KodiaqThe Skoda Kodiaq exudes comfort and quality, but the selection plus represents a more realistic price point than more expensive Kodiaq models.Wed Aug 07 2024 - 14:23
Our Test Drive: Suzuki SwiftThe latest iteration of the Suzuki Swift is a rare thing in today's car market: reliable, practical, fun to drive and most importantly, affordable.Wed Aug 07 2024 - 12:15
Maserati is safe – for now – but will other Stellantis brands be shut down?Chief executive’s dire warning is partially retracted, but Stellantis faces difficulties in balancing the needs of 15 different car makersWed Aug 07 2024 - 06:00
Are EVs too heavy for multistorey car parks?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsWed Aug 07 2024 - 05:00
Our Test Drive: Audi Q6 e-tronThe Audi Q6 e-tron will likely wipe out sales of Audi's own Q8 e-tron, but there may be better all-electric Audis coming down the road. Video: Neil BriscoeTue Aug 06 2024 - 13:31
Our Test Drive: Peugeout E-308The Peugeot E-308 offers plenty of interior perks, wrapped up in an a funky exterior, at an attractive price. Video: Neil BriscoeTue Aug 06 2024 - 10:39
New Volkswagen Golf review: Updated and spruced up, and all the better for itChanges to the Golf are minimal, but they’re enough to make it a better car, and to show us the error of our waysThu Aug 01 2024 - 06:00
Audi’s new A6 e-tron boasts a 756km rangeAfter long delays, the electric A6 will be available to order in Ireland from SeptemberWed Jul 31 2024 - 14:46
New EV motor design could stretch range and improve performanceDeepDrive’s new in-wheel motors are impressing even BMWWed Jul 31 2024 - 06:00
Do electric cars wear through tyres much more frequently?Your EV questions answered: Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from factsTue Jul 30 2024 - 08:00
What should I do if my electric car breaks down?Your EV questions answered: Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from factsFri Jul 26 2024 - 08:15
Irish company combines EV charger and heat pump into one unit to power our homes and carsEVHACS has raised €2.7 million for its double-whammy combination of technologiesThu Jul 25 2024 - 06:00
Our Test Drive: Dacia SpringThe Dacia Spring - which comes in a small and minimalist, yet perfectly adequate package - could be about to change the Irish electrical vehicle market.Wed Jul 24 2024 - 13:48
Our Test Drive: Volkswagen GolfThe car that kickstarted a hatchback revolution, the Volkswagen Golf, is 50-years-old and still at the top of its game. Video: Neil BriscoeWed Jul 24 2024 - 11:22
Renault Rafale review: can this chopped-top SUV truly take flight?SUVs which have had a roof-chop are not normally our cup of tea, but this one, which includes a nod to an aviation connection, might be differentMon Jul 22 2024 - 06:15
