It’s fair to say that the ultimate judges of a good car are the owner drivers and the Kia cee’d owners have voted the model as ‘Best Compact Family Car’ in the recent UK 2017 Driver Power – New Car…
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New appointments at Hyundai Galway
Hyundai Galway in Ballybrit has announced the appointment of Brendan O’Brien as their new dealer principal. Brendan is a native of Athlone, and is no stranger to the motor industry. He joins the team with more than 11 years’ experience.…
Ford provides vehicle support 24 Marathon runner
Shane Finn from Dingle, Co. Kerry, is taking on the huge challenge of running 24 marathons consecutively over 24 days – 26.2 miles per day or a total of 628.8 miles – and Ford is providing a support vehicle to…
Subaru Outback and Forester win driver awards
The Subaru Outback and Forester have picked up a quartet of awards from ‘Driver Power’, the UK’s Number 1 car ownership survey. In the best family car category, the Subaru Outback picked up a Silver award with a score of…
Lots happening with Mini this Summer
The Mini brand is further enhancing the appeal of its model line-up this summer with new models, plus a range of new design, functionality and infotainment improvements. As of this month (June), Irish customers can see the first Mini plug-in…
Fastest, most powerful Octavia yet, arrives in July
Skoda says that their most powerful Octavia RS to date, the new RS 245, is now available to order as a combi estate as well as a hatchback from €39,865. It adds that the sporty RS version of their bestselling…
Looking ahead to the new Audi A8’s enhanced efficiency
Audi has revealed that the new A8 will feature cutting-edge electrification technology and, for the first time, will feature an electrified powertrain as standard. The Audi A8, which is yet to make its world debut, is set to be…
Study shows better resale value for Toyota hybrid compared to electric vehicles
Toyota Ireland has commissioned Cartell.ie to undertake a review of used car values of hybrid vehicles compared to electric vehicles in Ireland. The study was undertaken by noted Global Automotive Expert and a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified…
Renault on the road with GAA legends
Renault Ireland will be on the road this summer for lively discussion on the football championship at select dealerships around the country. The panel will include Renault ambassadors, former Kerry footballer and five time All-Ireland medal holder Marc O’Sé, former…
Dacia celebrates 5 years launched in Ireland
With over 14,000 cars registered since its launch in July 2012, Dacia has proved itself as a success story in the Irish motor industry. From new kid on the block in 2012 to 3 per cent market share in…
