Audi’s hybrid Q3 proves we’re focused on the wrong cars
There’s a much, much better car sitting right there across the showroom
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Volvo EX60 first drive: The Swedes take the fight to the Germans
With long range, impressive tech and a sharp chassis, Volvo’s latest electric SUV is no polite Nordic observer
Audi RS5 arrives with a plug – and piles on power and weight
Hybrid 630hp saloon promises supercar pace and has €115,000 price tag
In-car recording systems: The spy in the cab is fast becoming standard equipment
New in-car recording systems are designed to help provide real-world safety data, but there are significant privacy concerns
Chinese car makers surge in Europe, but how do we feel about them in Ireland?
China sold 13.2m new cars to Europeans last year, with BYD closing in on Ireland’s top-10 sales chart
Heated seats controversy highlights the perils of connected car tech
The connected car was supposed to be a solution, but will it become a problem?
Renault’s Rafale PHEV unleashes a debate, but not the one you expect
Plug-in hybrids have a whole separate controversy to deal with, but here we’re talking about price, value and prestige
Cold weather, hot metal: Brussels Motor Show hits its stride
New EVs, big debuts and a power vacuum left by Geneva
Best cars to buy in 2026: Company cars and executive rides
In the second part of our series on top picks, we go from limited budgets to luxury executive models, across electric, hybrid and petrol options
Plug-in hybrids just as polluting as petrol cars, claims eco group
Transport & Environment says PHEVs are no better for the environment, as car makers prepare for tougher emissions standards
Man arrested after alleged false imprisonment of woman in vehicle
Gardaí appeal for information on movements of white Audi car in Co Kerry on Sunday
VW cuts outlook as tariffs weigh on Audi, Porsche margins
Europe’s largest carmaker is under pressure to cut costs and improve its products
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 questions
Carmakers push back against Apple’s takeover of the dashboard
‘CarPlay Ultra’ rollout comes as auto groups are introducing their own infotainment systems
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