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Tested: Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid

The Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid is an interesting little proposition. Supplementing the already available fully-electric and internal combustion engine versions, the new Avenger e-Hybrid extends the Jeep brand’s electrification journey. The engaging 100hp 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine is paired with a

Tested: Opel Astra Sports Tourer

Following on from a recent glowing review of the fully-electric Opel Astra, its estate stablemate, known as the Sports Tourer, moves the Astra nameplate up another gear, combining the same attractive styling and layout with even more space and power

Tested: Citroen Dispatch

Citroen has recently launched a refreshed line-up of its Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay light commercial vehicles, becoming the first van models to display the brand’s new identity and logo. With this range renew, Citroen says it is further strengthening its

Tested: Dacia Jogger Hybrid

The Dacia Jogger most definitely caught the attention of Irish motorists when it launched back in 2022, with the seven-seater offering a blend of sports tourer versatility with the comfort and rugged style of an SUV. The Jogger was an

Tested: Volvo EX30

Anyone that has driven a new car in the last two to three years will know that technology is king. The vast majority of new cars on the market today have at least 10 or more inches of centre console

Tested: Opel Astra Electric

The Astra. It’s a model name that carries its own weight; it doesn’t need to be introduced after Opel or Vauxhall for it to ring a bell. And you’ve probably owned one at some point – I have. The Astra

First drive: Renault Symbioz

Sunny Valencia in Spain was the venue of choice for the introduction of the Renault Symbioz, the latest model in the French marque’s assault on a busy SUV market. At just 4.41 metres long and weighing in at under 1,500kg,

First drive: New Suzuki Swift Hybrid

The new fourth generation Suzuki Swift Hybrid is one of the cheapest cars now on sale in Ireland, and comes with enhanced but familiar exterior and interior designs, an even higher standard equipment specification than before, improved performance, lower CO2

Tested: Facelifted Renault Captur

The facelifted Renault Captur is now available in Ireland, and it is one of just a number of new models from the brand that have either arrived, or are on the way here shortly. With over 14,000 Renault Captur models

Tested: Ineos Grenadier commercial

To the untrained eye this may seem like just an old Land Rover Defender, but it is in fact the Ineos Grenadier. It’s the brainchild of British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, who back in 2017 decided there was a gap in