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More drivers get connected with in-car internet

More drivers get connected with in-car internet

Increase in sales of new cars with 4G SIM cards built in. Plus: Big jump in used car sales; Peugeot’s off-road racer; Euro sales continue recovery

Wed Jul 09 2014 - 01:00
Alfa Romeo may be living off  nostalgia but  4C is  up to speed

Alfa Romeo may be living off nostalgia but 4C is up to speed

Mid-engined sports car hopes to herald Alfa revival, but new saloons still a year away

Tue Jul 08 2014 - 14:00
Aston’s Gran Turismo concept goes into play

Aston’s Gran Turismo concept goes into play

Aston’s DP-100 Vision Gran Turismo designed to be digitised and used in PlayStation game

Wed Jul 02 2014 - 01:00
Ford hot hatch takes on Golf  GTI

Ford hot hatch takes on Golf GTI

Ford reveals high-performance Focus ST at Goodwood. Plus: Toyota ready to sell hydrogen fueled cars; 50 years of design at Opel

Wed Jul 02 2014 - 01:00
Road Test: What makes the new Mercedes CLS even more beautiful?

Road Test: What makes the new Mercedes CLS even more beautiful?

The new Mercedes CLS63 has been given a facelift, though it hardly needed one

Wed Jul 02 2014 - 01:00
Renault-Nissan and Mercedes on a mission to Mexico

Renault-Nissan and Mercedes on a mission to Mexico

Carmakers will set up shared factory to produce Infiniti and Mercedes A-Class

Wed Jul 02 2014 - 01:00
Range Rover unleashes Sport SVR at  Goodwood

Range Rover unleashes Sport SVR at Goodwood

New Special Vehicle Operations car will be "fastest, most agile Land Rover", says carmaker

Wed Jul 02 2014 - 01:00
Future Peugeot 508s may be split into two distinct models

Future Peugeot 508s may be split into two distinct models

As updated 508 released, Peugeot boss reveals plans to create coupé and estate versions

Wed Jun 25 2014 - 01:00
Citroën takes a drive back to its roots with its new C4 Cactus

Citroën takes a drive back to its roots with its new C4 Cactus

New car underpins PSA’s plans to split Citroën between cheaper mainstream models and upmarket DS range

Wed Jun 25 2014 - 01:00
Volvo injects extra fuel efficiency into new 2.0-litre V40

Volvo injects extra fuel efficiency into new 2.0-litre V40

Turbocharged petrol and diesel engines achieve startling results

Wed Jun 25 2014 - 01:00
The new VW Polo: small changes make all the difference

The new VW Polo: small changes make all the difference

The VW Polo doesn’t seem different, but when you drive it, the changes are obvious, particularly its engine, which is surprisingly lively compared to its wheezy 1.2l predecessor

Wed Jun 25 2014 - 01:00
Rising Irish racing star becomes a man with a van

Rising Irish racing star becomes a man with a van

From DIT to BTCC: Young Dubliner talks with Neil Briscoe about life in the fast lane from behind the wheel of a VW van racing around Mondello circuit

Fri Jun 20 2014 - 15:27
Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations go into action

Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations go into action

New SVO division to create high-performance and special vehicles

Wed Jun 18 2014 - 01:00
New Opel Meriva narrows the quality gap

New Opel Meriva narrows the quality gap

Opel has upped its game with its spacious and comfy new Meriva, and an almost-premium 1.6-litre diesel engine

Wed Jun 18 2014 - 01:00
Tesla is patently ready to share its  tech secrets

Tesla is patently ready to share its tech secrets

Electric car-maker throws open its patent books to the motor industry. Plus: Ford’s new Motorcraft 5+ service plan and Mazda’s new diesel.

Wed Jun 18 2014 - 01:00
Firestone hoping to make tracks in the Irish tyre market

Firestone hoping to make tracks in the Irish tyre market

US tyre maker is relaunching in Europe with new Destination HP tyre

Wed Jun 18 2014 - 01:00
Car-makers baulk at  stricter economy tests

Car-makers baulk at stricter economy tests

EU wants tougher fuel consumption tests by 2017

Wed Jun 18 2014 - 01:00
Tesla could share its electric-car secrets

Tesla could share its electric-car secrets

Maverick Tesla founder Elon Musk hints that patents could be opened up

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Euro car sales continue recovery, but bumpy times lie ahead, warn experts

Euro car sales continue recovery, but bumpy times lie ahead, warn experts

Analysts LMC Automotive say May sales weaker than they appear

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Back to the future in the original game-changing Golf

Back to the future in the original game-changing Golf

Introduced 40 years ago, the Volkswagen Golf was a revolution in driving. Put on your rose-tinted shades – we’re taking a restored Kermit-green model for a spin

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00

The Top 10 cars for a midlife crisis

From a Subaru Impreza to a Porsche 911, there’s no better way to deal with midlife crisis than by buying a totally ridiculous or over-the-top car. Here are 10 of the best - or worst, depending on how you look at it

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00

Split the difference: star cars vying for a 142 plate (part one)

In the second year of split registration plates, 142 will on the road from July. But which new models are worth splashing out on?

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Mini’s new  5-door set to make maximum impact

Mini’s new 5-door set to make maximum impact

Mini moves into family motoring market with its first-ever five-door hatchback, a big rival to the Golf

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Opel aims to expand European market share with 27 new models

Opel aims to expand European market share with 27 new models

New SUV models crucial to Opel’s push forward

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Qoros wants big quotient of European sales

Qoros wants big quotient of European sales

Plus: Updated Toyota Auris and battles over HGV emissions.

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
GM executives fired as CEO set to face Congress over recall scanadal

GM executives fired as CEO set to face Congress over recall scanadal

Inquiry will ask why carmaker failed to recall models in which airbags would not deploy

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
First principles for buying second-hand

First principles for buying second-hand

There is a shortage of used cars, and prices are rising. But now may be a good time to shop for a secondhand car

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00
Used car prices soar by up to 32% since 2010

Used car prices soar by up to 32% since 2010

Price of a three-year-old car has risen by around €2,000, while those looking for small or starter cars will struggle to find a bargain

Wed Jun 04 2014 - 01:00
Battle of the Teutonic titans as Merc puts a perk into its C-Class

Battle of the Teutonic titans as Merc puts a perk into its C-Class

With its new C-Class, Mercedes hopes to edge closer to global dominance over its fellow German premium rivals Audi and BMW

Tue Jun 03 2014 - 22:28
VW’s appeal goes Up as European brands top customer satisfaction survey

VW’s appeal goes Up as European brands top customer satisfaction survey

European carmakers have overtaken Japanese rivals for the first time in the JD Power rankings, with Volkswagen & Jaguar out in front

Tue Jun 03 2014 - 22:24
The XC90: a sneak peek inside the latest from  Volvo

The XC90: a sneak peek inside the latest from Volvo

You’ll have to wait till autumn for an exterior view of Volvo’s new large SUV, but meanwhile here’s a tempting sample of what’s inside the cabin

Tue Jun 03 2014 - 22:19
‘Dude, where’s my bonnet key?’ The drivers who can’t even pop the hood

‘Dude, where’s my bonnet key?’ The drivers who can’t even pop the hood

Survey finds 20% of drivers don’t know how to open their car bonnet and 50% can’t change a tyre. Plus: Hyundai’s mid-engined concept and Smart set for profits at last

Tue Jun 03 2014 - 22:16
Irish motoring writers form new group

Irish motoring writers form new group

Association of Professional Motoring Press set up by breakaway journos

Wed May 28 2014 - 01:00
Toyota named most valuable car brand

Toyota named most valuable car brand

Brandz Top 100 crowns Japanese car-maker king of the brands once again

Wed May 28 2014 - 01:00
Italian cops get a cool new Lambo

Italian cops get a cool new Lambo

New Huracan not likely to be used for high-speed pursuit

Wed May 28 2014 - 01:00
Will Pulsar be Nissan’s new shining star?

Will Pulsar be Nissan’s new shining star?

The Pulsar marks Nissan’s return to the popular hatchback market, where it will take on the VW Golf and Ford Focus

Wed May 21 2014 - 01:00
US recall and European closure deal a double whammy to GM profits

US recall and European closure deal a double whammy to GM profits

Worst quarterly performance since bankruptcy for General Motors as it faces Opel factory closure

Wed May 21 2014 - 01:00
BMW mulls  a Mexico plant to keep up with demand

BMW mulls a Mexico plant to keep up with demand

And is a four-cylinder M-Car on the cards?

Wed May 21 2014 - 01:00
Jaguar leaves the wrapping on its new XE

Jaguar leaves the wrapping on its new XE

‘X-Ray’ body wrap for new compact saloon prototype

Wed May 21 2014 - 01:00
Car review:   BMW M3: Believe it – 3 is greater than 4

Car review: BMW M3: Believe it – 3 is greater than 4

No dilemma which M-car to go for. This time around it’s the M3 saloon, not the M4 coupe, which is the superior model

Wed May 14 2014 - 08:47
Skoda’s Citigo goes topless for upcoming Volkswagen   festival

Skoda’s Citigo goes topless for upcoming Volkswagen festival

The Skoda two-seater CitiJet concept will be shown at Worthersee festival in Germany. Plus: Fiat moves to London; Rolls-Royce stays put in Germany

Wed May 14 2014 - 01:00
Car checker warns of write-offs on Irish roads

Car checker warns of write-offs on Irish roads

UK consumers get advert alerts but Motorcheck says Irish buyers still at risk

Wed May 14 2014 - 01:00
Kia wants to sell its Soul in Ireland

Kia wants to sell its Soul in Ireland

Korean firm hopes second generation of funky SUV will tempt more buyers

Wed May 14 2014 - 01:00
Extra options for your car: worth shelling out for or a waste of cash?

Extra options for your car: worth shelling out for or a waste of cash?

Adding lots of extra equipment to your car won’t help you when it comes to resale – here’s a guide to ticking off the options

Wed May 07 2014 - 01:00
High tech safety a factor as European road deaths fall to 43% of 2001 level

High tech safety a factor as European road deaths fall to 43% of 2001 level

Fatalities drop from 28,000 in 2001 to 12,000 in 2012, and European Transport Safety Council credits greater enforcement and high tech safety features

Wed May 07 2014 - 01:00
For car makers, the sales future is looking decidedly grey

For car makers, the sales future is looking decidedly grey

Our ageing population will impact on the cars we buy and how they are built, as car makers pander to the needs of older buyers

Wed May 07 2014 - 01:00
10 most ridiculous optional extras on a luxury car

10 most ridiculous optional extras on a luxury car

Luxury car option lists are the ultimate proof that money and taste are often strangers to each other

Tue May 06 2014 - 23:00
First four months’ car sales in 2014 catch up to 2009 total

First four months’ car sales in 2014 catch up to 2009 total

Upward sales trend augers well for economic recovery, says SIMI’s director general Alan Nolan

Tue May 06 2014 - 20:17
Aston Martin beds down with Mercedes for new chassis platforms

Aston Martin beds down with Mercedes for new chassis platforms

Plus: Lexus steers clear of China; how to speculate on a supercar

Tue May 06 2014 - 20:16
Carmakers celebrate emissions drop,   but is it all a smokescreen?

Carmakers celebrate emissions drop, but is it all a smokescreen?

CO2 from cars falls by a third, but environmental groups say car makers are cooking the books

Tue May 06 2014 - 20:01
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