Radical will be attending Salon Privé this September and displaying for the first time its new Radical RXC The RXC is Radical’s first ever enclosed car and marks an exciting new step in the devel- opment of the marque, by…
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BMW returns to Salon Privé
BMW is returning to Salon Privé in London, September 4-6 with the M6 Gran Coupé and the M5 Saloon. Revealed for the first time at the Detroit Motor Show 2013, the M6 Gran Coupé, based on the 6 Series Gran…
RSA warns on unofficial driving test websites
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is renewing its warning to anyone booking a driving test online to do so only on the RSA’s official driving test website www.rsa.ie . And anyone booking a driver theory test online to do so…
Car owners get motor tax warning
Car owners that take their cars off the road for prolonged periods, could be forced to tax the vehicle, its has been claimed. New motor tax rules for cars taken off the road could wreak havoc with Classic Car owners,…
1 in 3 Gardai not trained to drive Garda cars
One in three Gardai have not completed a specialised driving training course, which allows them to drive Garda cars. Gardaí are required to complete a specialist driving course before being allowed to drive in the line of duty. However, in…
Mazda6 with SKYACTIV-D Clean Diesel engine wins at Indianapolis
A diesel powered Mazda6 with a SKYACTIV-D Clean Diesel engine has won the Grand-am-Brickyard in the GX class at Indianapolis last weekend. Mazda was the only entry in the race with a diesel engine.
Joe Duffy Motors appointed BMW i agent
Joe Duffy Motors has been appointed BMW i Agent for Ireland. Joe Duffy Motors will supply and support BMW i, the company’s sub-brand featuring electric drive systems and premium mobility services. From launch this November, Joe Duffy Motors will exclusively…
BMW gives world premiere to i3
BMW has given a world premiere to the i3, the world’s first premium electric vehicle designed from the ground up to be powered by an electric drive system.
New Peugeot 2008 now on sale
Now on sale in Ireland, the new Peugeot 2008 capitalises on Peugeot’s expertise acquired from the 3008 Crossover and builds on the success of the Peugeot 208, Irish Small Car of the Year 2013.
Ford Fiesta 1.0-litre EcoBoost wins Women’s World Car of the Year
The new Ford Fiesta 1.0-litre EcoBoost has won the 2013 Women’s World Car of the Year after judges praised its “high-end look and feel” and fuel efficiency, and placed it ahead of shortlisted finalists that included the Audi Allroad, Range…
