The cost of buying a 100 per cent electric Nissan Leaf has fallen by over €1,800 as a result of the recent government budget. The recent changes to the VRT and VAT rates have led to attractive tax savings across…
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First look at seven-seat Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
Kia Motors has released a ‘cutaway’ image revealing the packaging of the all-new three-row, seven-seat Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid. The image illustrates how the layout of its plug-in hybrid technology maximises passenger and luggage space. Kia claims the Sorento will…
Cupra Formentor pricing revealed for Irish market
Cupra has announced the pricing of the Cupra Formentor in advance of its arrival to Irish showrooms in December. It will be available in the coming weeks, with pricing starting from €35,945 for the Formentor 1.5 TSI 150hp and €37,845…
New seven-seater Toyota Highlander hybrid arrives in Ireland
Toyota Ireland is launching the new Highlander, the first seven-seater self-charging hybrid electric SUV to Ireland. Pricing starts from €63,995, the Highlander will be in showrooms from January 2021 with orders open now. The Highlander comes with intelligent all-wheel drive…
All-new Yaris hybrid arrives in Irish dealers
The all-new Yaris self-charging hybrid has arrived in Ireland and is available from €23,055 or €143/ month with Toyota Financial Services. This follows the launch of the new Yaris petrol earlier on this year. The new Yaris features the same…
Vantastic connection routes or simply a wish list
Van drivers in Britain would love to see a bridge from Scotland to Northern Ireland, according to some experts. I imagine that everyone would.
Opel reveals electric ‘Take Charge’ offer for Irish customers
Leeson Motors, Opel importer in Ireland, has announced details of its ‘Take Charge’ offer, which it says is a motor industry first in Ireland. The offer invites customers to register a new, all-electric Opel Corsa-e in January 2021 and if…
All-new Opel Crossland arrives in Ireland early 2021
Opel has revealed the first photos of its all-new Crossland, ahead of its arrival on Irish forecourts in early 2021. The German manufacturer tells us that pricing, powertrains and equipment will be announced closer to this date. The new Crossland…
All-new Puma ST combines thrills and practicality
Ford has introduced the Puma ST, the brand’s first compact SUV in Europe to feature its ‘Performance’ driving dynamics. It is powered by a 200PS 1.5‑litre EcoBoost engine, which delivers 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. It features the same six-speed…
Merceds-Benz eSprinter van is a real option
The new all-electric powered Mercedes-Benz eSprinter – the high-capacity, high-spec van derived from the popular Sprinter, three times winner of the highly-coveted Continental Irish Van of the Year Award – has arrived into Ireland. With its mid-range eVito stablemate, the…
