Hyundai Europe has announced specification enhancements for the new ix35, a model which seeks to continue the car’s success in the compact SUV segment. The new ix35, which should arrive here in the next month or so, will have a…
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Fastest production Golf yet
Volkswagen has released the first details of its powerful new Volkswagen Golf R, which will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. With a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 300 PS and 380Nm of torque, and transferring…
Skoda starts Rapid Spaceback production
The newest member of the expanding Skoda family, the Rapid Spaceback, has officially joined the line-up. The first customer cars have left the production line at the brand’s main factory in in the Czech Republic.
Eye-catching Renault Twizy hits the streets
Renault’s stylish two-seater compact electric vehicle made its long awaited debut in Ireland and is now available to order. Over 10,000 of these urban wonders have already been sold in Europe.
First hybrid Range Rover models
Land Rover is launching its first-ever hybrid models, the Range Rover Hybrid and Range Rover Sport Hybrid. The company claims that they will deliver outstanding fuel economy, significantly lower CO2 emissions and retain Land Rover’s renowned capability and performance.
Linders set to open second Renault dealership
Renault Ireland has announced that Linders will open a second Renault and Dacia dealership in Dublin in two months time. Back in 2010, Renault had just 55 per cent geographical coverage of the Irish market but after several new dealer…
VW launches the Kombi ‘Last Edition’ in Brazil
Volkswagen do Brasil has announced the Kombi Last Edition, a special commemorative series of one of the most successful Volkswagen models in Brazil and the longest produced model in automotive history. The Kombi Last Edition has a production run of…
Volvo’s new engines to deliver driving pleasure
Volvo Cars claim that their new Drive-E range of powertrains takes efficient driving pleasure to a new dimension in which the number of cylinders is no longer important to describe power and drivability. The first three engines from the 2.0-litre,…
New Insignia makes life a drag for rivals
Opel’s new Insignia is not only the lowest CO2 emitting car in its sector but now also the most streamlined vehicle in the world in its class. Thanks to clever changes to the body design of the new Insignia, Opel’s…
New Opel Insignia arrives later this year
The new Opel Insignia range will be launched here later this year. It will be available as a five-door hatch, four-door saloon and sports tourer. And Opel claims that the new Insignia is not only the lowest CO2 emitting car…
