Citroën’s affordable electric e-C3 will have to keep watch on rivalsThe new C3 is finally in Ireland, but it’s already wading into a crowded marketWed Aug 20 2025 - 07:06
How much does an EV charger cost to install?A guide to costs involved in installing electric vehicle chargerTue Aug 19 2025 - 07:38
Is a spike in the value of car loans an economic danger?The 2008 financial crash should have made us wary of an over-reliance on personal debtSun Aug 17 2025 - 19:44
How many crash tests does it take to develop the safest car around? Mercedes has an answerAs the new CLA Shooting Brake makes its debut, we look behind the scenes at the car’s safety credentialsWed Aug 13 2025 - 06:04
Dacia’s hybrid Bigster might just be Ireland’s best car right nowIt’s a chunky SUV, but not as big and heavy as the name suggestsTue Aug 12 2025 - 07:15
How upcoming price changes will affect your EV running costsDo recent price increases plus an upcoming VAT rise make EVs as costly to run for some motorists as a petrol or diesel car?Tue Aug 05 2025 - 07:00
BMW X3 plug-in hybrid review: It looks a lot like beige to me – but in a good wayPart-electric power really suits the BMW X3, and the price tag only adds to its appealWed Jul 30 2025 - 07:00
Hyundai seeks Irish EV credit where it’s dueHyundai Ireland boss Stephen Gleeson speaks about the challenges and triumphs of running one of Ireland’s best-selling car brandsTue Jul 29 2025 - 06:00
Increased incentives could alter the maths for EV targetsCurrent electric vehicle figures don’t add up but a Climate Change Advisory Council proposal might drive things in the right directionThu Jul 24 2025 - 05:00
Stalled by ‘goodwill’ for car repairs: Are Irish drivers being left in the lurch?Repair work on major faults can be complicated by patchy warranties and a system tilted against consumersWed Jul 23 2025 - 07:50
Hyundai’s big Ioniq 9 feels like an EV upgrade, but will buyers make the switch?The market for new electric cars seems to be growing again, but will buyers reach up for Hyundai’s pricey all-electric seven-seater?Tue Jul 22 2025 - 10:02
The new Mercedes CLA – range anxiety? What’s that?Merc’s sleek new four-door EV goes for mile and miles on one chargeWed Jul 16 2025 - 23:01
Mini Cooper S Convertible review: This soft-top proves that open air is betterMini Cooper S Convertible isn't quite a cure-all but it would certainly take your mind off a bad dayWed Jul 16 2025 - 07:15
BYD’s Land Cruiser rival inches closer to IrelandBYD’s luxury brand Denza is coming to the UK, and it’s got an ultra-rugged plug-in hybrid 4x4 tooWed Jul 16 2025 - 06:45
Mazda’s new CX-5 gains space, but loses engine optionsJust a single engine choice for the incoming new €39,965 Fri Jul 11 2025 - 12:15
Is China’s car industry on the brink of crisis?Car makers are selling and exporting new cars as ‘zero miles’ used in an effort to keep factories runningWed Jul 09 2025 - 08:02
Volkswagen Buzz attempting journey around the world visits IrelandRainer Zietlow wants to take an electric car to the ends of the EarthTue Jul 08 2025 - 20:18
EV Q&A: How do I know if I’m getting good economy from an electric car?Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsTue Jul 08 2025 - 06:30
Company car leasing avoids value depreciation in a volatile market Could leasing with a full-service option, where all the ancillary costs are covered, be the answer for a small firm? Wed Jul 02 2025 - 05:00
Car makers sound alarm as China turns off tap on mineral supplies Rare-earth metals in short supply, causing some models to pause productionTue Jul 01 2025 - 10:00
EV Q&A: Will ‘vegan’ interiors be hard-wearing in the long term?Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsThu Jun 26 2025 - 06:00
The secrets behind the new Nissan Leaf’s style: ‘Hopefully it’s a pleasant shock’We dig into the new all-electric Leaf’s style details with Nissan’s European vice-president of design Giovanny ArrobaWed Jun 25 2025 - 06:15
In an impressive leap forward there’s a faint sense of Jeep to the new Dacia Duster hybrid Restyled Duster offers a frugal 1.6-litre engine but prompts some quality concernsTue Jun 24 2025 - 07:00
New Leaf of life for Nissan: Can 604km-range EV revive the struggling giant?The Japanese car brand badly needs a big hit right now, but betting on the electric car market feels riskyTue Jun 17 2025 - 13:00
Should electric car incentives be more creative?Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsTue Jun 17 2025 - 12:33
Audi’s small Q3 grows up for its third generationLatest Q3 looks to Q5 and Q6 e-tron for styling inspirationMon Jun 16 2025 - 20:30
Skoda’s sporty Elroq RS neatly mixes pace and practicalityMore power and four-wheel drive make the Elroq even more appealing, if rather priceyMon Jun 16 2025 - 14:02
Peugeot E-3008: Electric all-wheel-drive is like a cheat code for fast carsPeugeot's new range-topper is quick, poised and more efficient than you would expectWed Jun 11 2025 - 07:30
Cupra’s Terramar two-engined hybrid leaves us in two mindsIt’s quick, well-made and lower-slung than you might think, but there’s something missingWed Jun 11 2025 - 07:07
Alpine A290: an EV that will have you smiling and giggling on almost every driveA290 is the first Alpine to be officially sold in Ireland and not only is it a belter, it’s also quite affordableTue Jun 10 2025 - 12:25
EV Q&A: Why can’t I have a swing-out arm for kerbside charging in Dublin? Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsTue Jun 10 2025 - 06:30
What can Irish aviation learn from the carbon-reducing experience of New Zealand?Christchurch Airport in New Zealand is at the cutting edge of cutting emissionsThu Jun 05 2025 - 05:00
Driving test logjam: how to beat the long waiting timesThe RSA has published a plan to shorten the wait for tests, but there are ways around the system right nowWed Jun 04 2025 - 07:00
EV Q&A: Why doesn’t Ireland use roadside furniture for charging electric vehicles?Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsTue Jun 03 2025 - 10:17
Regal Rolls-Royces roll up to help preserve Ireland’s Georgian legacyA coming together of minds sees Rolls-Royce 20-Ghost Club and Irish Georgian Society mark 45 years of working togetherSun Jun 01 2025 - 06:00
The VW Buzz is a superhero, here to save us from villainous SUVsMost seven-seat cars fudge the third row and turn it into a kids-only zone. Not this oneWed May 28 2025 - 07:00
Leapmotor joins the Chinese ranks in Ireland in SeptemberMore Chinese electric cars coming, this time with Gowan Auto as the importerTue May 27 2025 - 15:21
EV Q&A: Should I buy an out-of-warranty, used electric car?Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questionsTue May 27 2025 - 05:00
You’d be genuinely mad to buy an SUV unless you need it - just look at latest climate and safety figures The new Kodiaq is efficient, but the Superb estate is a much better optionFri May 23 2025 - 05:51
Beware the car hire honey trap: We had the most intensive inspection of a returned rental I’ve ever seenOur hire car experience went from sunny to cloudy in minutesWed May 21 2025 - 06:00
EV Q&A: Why do electric cars still have old-fashioned 12-volt batteries?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue May 20 2025 - 10:48
Is the State about to miss another EV target?Mobility Partnership Ireland says ‘more ambition’ is needed to hit electric car charging targetsTue May 13 2025 - 05:31
EV Q&A: Why does our car not work with some chargers?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue May 13 2025 - 05:00
Changing your playlist can make you a safer driver, claims Allianz researchInsurer’s research shows that music with a slower beat keeps you calm behind the wheelMon May 12 2025 - 09:56
Renault 4’s electric reboot charms you like few other carsRetro styling cloaks an up-to-date EV package that’s just about practical enoughFri May 09 2025 - 09:48
Updated BMW M2: adorable, fun and ludicrously powerfulYes, it’s overpriced, but this muscular, wound-up little coupe has more power than a 1970s F1 carThu May 08 2025 - 06:00
Has Jeff Bezos-backed Slate just revolutionised the electric car?Ultra-simple, ultra-customisable, and ultra-cheap – the EV pick-up intends to upend the car industryWed May 07 2025 - 06:45
Electric vehicle Q&A: Which EV charging point apps do I need? Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue May 06 2025 - 05:00
Polestar opens a proper Irish dealership – is this the end of the agency model?Polestar turns, in part, to a more conventional way of selling cars. Others seem to be following suitWed Apr 30 2025 - 06:15
Electric vehicle Q&A: What if I can’t charge at home?Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questionsTue Apr 29 2025 - 05:00
