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Ford’s third-generation Fiesta ST: King of the (back) road

Ford’s third-generation Fiesta ST: King of the (back) road

Road test: Fiesta ST still the sweetest small hot hatch but by slimmer margin

Wed Sept 05 2018 - 03:14
Car prices to rise from Saturday as new emissions rules come into force

Car prices to rise from Saturday as new emissions rules come into force

Saturday is WLTP Emissions Day: What does it mean for Irish motorists?

Fri Aug 31 2018 - 13:28
Hyundai’s head of high performance seeks a management makeover

Hyundai’s head of high performance seeks a management makeover

Thomas Schemera left BMW for Hyundai’s N-brand, but has ambitions far greater than merely making fast cars

Wed Aug 29 2018 - 03:15
Kalashnikov is gunning for Tesla with electric CV-1 car

Kalashnikov is gunning for Tesla with electric CV-1 car

Infamous weapons maker shows off concept of high-performance battery-powered car

Fri Aug 24 2018 - 09:01
Driving the changes in motoring

Driving the changes in motoring

Electric cars are coming. But are they right for you, yet?

Fri Aug 24 2018 - 06:00
BMW’s Z4 sports car revealed at Pebble Beach

BMW’s Z4 sports car revealed at Pebble Beach

First Edition’ Z4 shown to prospective buyers at blue-chip classic car event

Thu Aug 23 2018 - 11:11
Opel’s GTX concept points the way to its French future

Opel’s GTX concept points the way to its French future

Show car gets electric powertrain and LED ‘Blitz’ badge

Wed Aug 22 2018 - 11:56
Ford’s Mondeo Hybrid arrives late, but still welcome

Ford’s Mondeo Hybrid arrives late, but still welcome

Road test: Conventional-looking Ford takes on Toyota’s distinctive Prius

Wed Aug 22 2018 - 06:40
Ford confirms high-performance Ranger Raptor pickup for Ireland

Ford confirms high-performance Ranger Raptor pickup for Ireland

Sporty one-tonne hauler arrives on Irish forecourts next March, continuing the rise of the pickup format outside the farms

Tue Aug 21 2018 - 15:47
80% of diesels in breach of emissions limits

80% of diesels in breach of emissions limits

Which? Magazine’s independent tests show that a majority of diesel-engined cars can’t pass the emissions test

Fri Aug 17 2018 - 00:01
First drive in BMW’s tempting next generation 3 Series

First drive in BMW’s tempting next generation 3 Series

It’s still under camouflage wrap, but that can’t disguise how good this new all-important Bavarian is to drive

Wed Aug 15 2018 - 23:00
Start-ups hold key to self-driving car research in Europe

Start-ups hold key to self-driving car research in Europe

Car giants say they need smaller start-ups to help develop autonomous car technology

Thu Aug 09 2018 - 05:10
Noxious diesel emissions may be higher than we think

Noxious diesel emissions may be higher than we think

True survey claims real-world emissions from diesels in excess of permitted limits

Wed Aug 08 2018 - 05:05
UK interest rate rise could slow used car imports

UK interest rate rise could slow used car imports

Spending on used imports up by 14 per cent, according to Fexco

Wed Aug 08 2018 - 04:49
BMW says its full range is now compliant with new emissions test standards

BMW says its full range is now compliant with new emissions test standards

330e and M3 models will be trimmed from the lineup because of new WLTP standards

Wed Aug 01 2018 - 09:35
Two new SUVs roll onto the Irish market

Two new SUVs roll onto the Irish market

Jeep’s new Wrangler and the high performance Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio land on Irish shores

Wed Aug 01 2018 - 06:47
Opel back in profit in Europe as French ownership seems to suit the car brand

Opel back in profit in Europe as French ownership seems to suit the car brand

Irish sales still struggling, but plans are in place for a turnaround

Wed Aug 01 2018 - 06:39
Have we just seen the peak of the classic car market?

Have we just seen the peak of the classic car market?

Is a €70 million Ferrari the point where old car prices start to plummet?

Mon Jul 30 2018 - 14:00
Merc’s sober-suited hot-rod laps up the road – and the praise

Merc’s sober-suited hot-rod laps up the road – and the praise

It’s simple to sum up the subversive new Mercedes-Benz C63S AMG estate: unbeatable

Fri Jul 27 2018 - 15:00
Average price paid for new cars smashes through pre-recession peak

Average price paid for new cars smashes through pre-recession peak

Irish car buyers now spending more than €30,000 on average for a new car

Wed Jul 25 2018 - 00:00
Minor changes keep the Mazda 6 feeling fresh

Minor changes keep the Mazda 6 feeling fresh

Four door saloon sales continue to dwindle but the 6 is still the best of them

Fri Jul 20 2018 - 21:18
Waterless car washes? Maybe just let your car stay dirty

Waterless car washes? Maybe just let your car stay dirty

There are plenty of promises, but perhaps it’s better to opt for a bucket or wait until the rain returns

Thu Jul 19 2018 - 09:45
Honda’s diesel-free SUV still hits the practical heights

Honda’s diesel-free SUV still hits the practical heights

All new underneath and with the option of seven seats, but there’s no diesel CR-V. Welcome to Honda’s brave new world…

Wed Jul 18 2018 - 01:32
Is the i30N the second coming of Hyundai?

Is the i30N the second coming of Hyundai?

Hyundai’s first hot hatch leans on European expertise, and not for the first time…

Wed Jul 11 2018 - 05:15
Honda’s diesel-free SUV still hits the practical heights

Honda’s diesel-free SUV still hits the practical heights

All new underneath and with the option of seven seats, but there’s no diesel CR-V. Welcome to Honda’s brave new world…

Tue Jul 10 2018 - 20:38
Best buys small cars: Seat steals the show with its Ibiza

Best buys small cars: Seat steals the show with its Ibiza

Our choice of the best small cars on the market right now

Wed Jul 04 2018 - 04:00
Best buys sports car/coupé: Lexus is the big surprise

Best buys sports car/coupé: Lexus is the big surprise

Our choice of the best sports cars - and coupes - on the market right now

Tue Jul 03 2018 - 22:48
Motor tax bands likely to change for WLTP rules

Motor tax bands likely to change for WLTP rules

New fuel economy rules could see a widening of the tax bands to soften the blow to consumers and dealers

Tue Jul 03 2018 - 21:38
Best buys supercars: And the winner is...German once more

Best buys supercars: And the winner is...German once more

Our choice of the hottest supercars on the market right now

Tue Jul 03 2018 - 20:45
Best buys family hatchbacks: VW Golf comes out on top (still)

Best buys family hatchbacks: VW Golf comes out on top (still)

Our choice of the family hatchbacks on the market right now

Wed Jun 27 2018 - 06:00
Best buys mid-sized SUVs: Peugeot’s 5008 remains our top pick

Best buys mid-sized SUVs: Peugeot’s 5008 remains our top pick

Our choice of the best family SUVs on the market right now

Tue Jun 26 2018 - 17:26
Best buys premium sport saloons: Audi has lead for now - but watch for Merc...

Best buys premium sport saloons: Audi has lead for now - but watch for Merc...

Our choice of the best premium sports saloons on the market right now

Tue Jun 26 2018 - 14:31
Subtle update keeps Merc’s C-Class in the hunt

Subtle update keeps Merc’s C-Class in the hunt

New engines and a cabin upgrade for Merc’s sports saloon

Mon Jun 25 2018 - 19:00
Taxi drivers and gardaí rejoice: Toyota brings Camry back to Ireland

Taxi drivers and gardaí rejoice: Toyota brings Camry back to Ireland

A favourite of families, taxi drivers and gardai, the comfy four-door saloon is set to return

Thu Jun 21 2018 - 17:03
Best Buys safest cars: Crash test ratings suggest Volvo has the lead

Best Buys safest cars: Crash test ratings suggest Volvo has the lead

A look at the cars which come out tops in the ratings

Wed Jun 20 2018 - 06:30
Best buys family crossovers: Another niche is ticked by best-looking Toyota

Best buys family crossovers: Another niche is ticked by best-looking Toyota

Our choice of the family crossovers on the market right now

Wed Jun 20 2018 - 06:15
Best buys large SUVs: Best of the big guns remains the Land Cruiser

Best buys large SUVs: Best of the big guns remains the Land Cruiser

Our choice of the best big SUVs on the market right now

Wed Jun 20 2018 - 06:00
Best buys Family saloons: Mazda comes out tops in a dwindling market

Best buys Family saloons: Mazda comes out tops in a dwindling market

Our favourites of the new family saloon cars on the market right now

Wed Jun 20 2018 - 05:45
Best buys Premium crossovers: BMW gorgeous little crossover steals the show

Best buys Premium crossovers: BMW gorgeous little crossover steals the show

Our choice of the best of the post crossovers on the market right now

Wed Jun 20 2018 - 05:25
Toyota takes Le Mans win at last after years of pain

Toyota takes Le Mans win at last after years of pain

Hybrid prototype win marks the end of one era of the famous 24-hour endurance race, and the possible beginning of an exciting new one

Sun Jun 17 2018 - 15:06
The connected car: is this the future of driving?

The connected car: is this the future of driving?

Wifi-enabled cars are already available, but the technology has endless potential

Thu Jun 14 2018 - 06:00
Best Buys Eco-Cars: Plug-in Kia offers a bridge to an electric future

Best Buys Eco-Cars: Plug-in Kia offers a bridge to an electric future

Our choice of the best new eco cars on the market right now

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 06:30
Best Buys MPVs: Ford’s spacious people carrier sees off the Franco-German challenge

Best Buys MPVs: Ford’s spacious people carrier sees off the Franco-German challenge

Our choice of the people carriers on the market right now

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 06:15
Best Buys Premium SUVs: Merc comes out on top in tight race

Best Buys Premium SUVs: Merc comes out on top in tight race

Our choice of the best premium SUVs on the market right now

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 06:00
Best Buys Compact Crossover: Seat scores with the biggest boot in the class

Best Buys Compact Crossover: Seat scores with the biggest boot in the class

Our choice of the best compact crossovers on the market right now

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 05:45
Best Buys City Cars: Top billing goes to the little VW

Best Buys City Cars: Top billing goes to the little VW

Our choice of the best city cars on the market right now

Wed Jun 13 2018 - 05:30
German government orders Mercedes to recall diesel cars

German government orders Mercedes to recall diesel cars

774,000 Mercs across Europe to have emissions software removed

Tue Jun 12 2018 - 12:03
Car-makers accused of holding back new models as CO2 emissions rise

Car-makers accused of holding back new models as CO2 emissions rise

T&E says car-makers are keeping older, thirstier models on sale longer than needed

Wed Jun 06 2018 - 04:15
Diesel bans move closer to home as London copies Hamburg model

Diesel bans move closer to home as London copies Hamburg model

Are blanket bans the right solution to the air pollution crisis? Not everyone is convinced

Wed Jun 06 2018 - 04:05
Irish tech will shape the future of Jaguar and Land Rover

Irish tech will shape the future of Jaguar and Land Rover

CEO wants Shannon to be JLR’s centre of excellence for electric and – later – autonomous cars

Thu May 31 2018 - 06:00
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