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Electric vehicles
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Tesla’s Chinese made EVs sale slump continues
European sales rout continues, spurred by aging model lineup and Elon Musk’s political activities
Commercial vehicle sales tumble amid ‘uncertain’ business environment
EV sales growth is welcomed but industry warns it is nowhere near strong enough to allow State achieve climate targets
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 questions
Ford Chief Lisa Brankin on accelerating the switch to EVs
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
BYD Sealion 7 should make a splash in Ireland’s hottest EV segment
The new crossover takes aim at best-selling EV models such as VW’s ID.4 and Tesla’s Model Y
The VW Buzz is a superhero, here to save us from villainous SUVs
Most seven-seat cars fudge the third row and turn it into a kids-only zone. Not this one
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 questions
Chinese EV shares tumble as BYD sparks ‘rat race’ price war fears
Electric vehicle leader announces fresh round of price cuts for its models
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 questions
Ford’s new Capri catches the eye but lacks the sparkle of past triumphs
Set aside the naming controversy and Ford has created a competitive EV crossover
Ford to roll out early-warning software for Kuga hybrids in fire risk recall
Free check-up and extended warranty offered as Ford moves to reassure affected owners
Is the State about to miss another EV target?
Mobility Partnership Ireland says ‘more ambition’ is needed to hit electric car charging targets
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 questions
Number of new cars licensed in Ireland rises 3% in first four months of 2025
EV sales up 23% in April despite charging infrastructure concenrs
Renault 4’s electric reboot charms you like few other cars
Retro styling cloaks an up-to-date EV package that’s just about practical enough
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 questions
Mazda CX-80 review: Style to spare, but substance still lagging
The CX-80 epitomises Mazda’s dilemma: beauty without a battery breakthrough
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 suit
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 questions
Tesla is paying price for Elon Musk taking eye off road long before joining Trump’s orbit
EV carmaker, struggling with a dated selection of models, is being outmanoeuvred by China’s BYD
Irish Ford Kuga owners sue over fire risk from battery defect
Almost 3,000 Irish owners of the plug-in hybrid electric vehicles told not to plug in cars
Musk says he will cut back work for Doge as Tesla profit slumps 39%
Weak product line-up and consumer backlash to Elon Musk’s increased involvement in US politics hit sales
Ardnacrusha at 100: What could happen if Ireland showed similar ambition today and invested 20% of national budget in energy?
Spending €24bn on projects such as upgrading the grid and electrifying transport and heating could transform the nation
Electric vehicle Q&A: How long can I expect my battery to last? And what happens when it dies?
Helping to separate EV myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your questions
China’s CATL says it has overtaken BYD on 5-minute EV battery charging time
New version of flagship Shenxing cell can achieve 520km range compared with BYD’s 470km, claims company
Tesla earnings: Musk’s robotaxi ambitions under the microscope
Businessman has convinced many that Tesla should be valued as an AI and robotics stock, not an EV maker
What do I need to do to take my EV across France this summer? From charging station maps to payments
Electric vehicles: Helping to separate EV myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your questions
Ford’s new electric Puma is on the prowl in a very crowded market
The latest blue oval electric car is its entry price model, but at €33,000 that seems too dear for its traditional customer base
Will there be more Government initiatives for EVs?
Electric vehicles: Helping to separate EV myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your questions
BYD shows off megawatt EV charger – 400km for five minutes’ charging
The rapid-charging figure is a potential game-changer as Chinese car maker BYD begins to set up its own charging network
Tesla’s troubles mount as Musk’s politics take a toll
‘The brand is broken and may not be fixable,’ is Tesla investor and Musk critic Ross Gerber’s view
Tesla suffers worst quarter since 2022 as deliveries tumble
Shares rise on report the company’s chief executive Elon Musk is to leave Trump administration shortly
Corporate comfort: Can Audi’s A6 e-tron outshine German rivals?
New all-electric A6 is the sensible rather than sporty choice in the corporate car park
Electric vehicle sales rebound with 29% growth in March
However, in the new car market share for the year, petrol cars continue to lead the market with more than one in four
Investment in public transport is key to success of revised national planning framework
Either we spend a lot more on public transport, especially in regional cities and on rail lines serving new commuter belts, or the framework will be meaningless
Will bidirectional charging power my house by using my EV’s battery?
Electric vehicles: Helping to separate EV myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your questions
Attacking Tesla will not help Europe’s car industry
Elon Musk’s company sells carbon credits to the likes of Peugeot, Opel, Citroën, Fiat and Alfa Romeo
Nissan reveals three new electric car models: Crossover Leaf, all-electric Micra and Juke
Nissan might be on its financial uppers, but the company has reveled three crucial new electric models
How bad might things get for Tesla?
Irish sales of the controversial electric car brand are holding up and will probably increase overall this year
Popularity of electric and hybrid cars surge
Combined share of petrol and diesel cars among new private cars licensed so far this has fallen from 51% to 42%
Ferrari sold five cars in Ireland last year, Alfa Romeo sold 43. How do these brands survive?
Several brands in the State sold fewer than 100 new cars last year. What does the future hold for them?
Is inclusive servicing worth it for an electric vehicle?
Electric vehicles: Helping to separate EV myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your questions
Can software updates make my EV better?
Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions
State’s scheme to help taxi drivers switch to EVs paused amid record demand
Grants of up to €25,000 have been available in recent years for taxi, hackney and limousine operators who wish to buy electric vehicles
Porsche warns of profits threat ahead of US tariffs
US is car maker’s largest market but it has no manufacturing base and imports its cars
EV latest: Smart styling and competitive pricing give Xpeng’s G6 the X factor
Xpeng may be another unknown brand but the G6 has enough to make you sit up and take notice
Toyota favours slow and steady approach in electric vehicle market
Recent changes to the EU’s emissions plan cited as reasons why the Japanese firm prefers to work at its own pace
Your EV questions answered: Do all electric cars only have rear-wheel drive? What about driving in snow?
Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions
Audi’s rather lovely new electric A6 has serious range and lightning-fast charging
This e-tron will find itself playing second sales fiddle to the one with diesel and hybrid engines, which seems insane
Mini Aceman EV review: this is one car you’ll definitely want to take on the open road, but mind the range
Aceman proves that tactile motoring fun can mix with battery power, but there’s just not enough range to enjoy yourself
Five ways to slash Ireland’s looming multi-billion euro climate fines
Two advisory councils outline gross failures to face up to climate realities
EV Q&A: Should I buy a new EV on finance or go for a second-hand car?
Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions
Cost of our climate inaction laid bare in new report
State at bottom of EU league table in terms of per capita emissions gap, notes report
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