BMW has revealed the new all-electric i3, the second model from the brand’s ‘Neue Klasse’ makeover after the iX3 SUV. BMW claims the new i3 will be capable of covering of up to 900 km from a single charge thanks…
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Tested: Kia EV5
The speed at which new electric and ‘electrified’ cars are sweeping into the market here is, surely, good news for seller – and used-car seller and buyer. It’s fair to say we haven’t had so many battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) on…
Nissan updates X-Trail for 2026
Nissan is building on 25 years of success of its X-Trail SUV with the introduction of a model year update for 2026. Available to order in Ireland later this year, Nissan says the new X-Trail delivers a sturdier exterior identity…
Finbarr Galvin Cork named Cupra dealer of the year
Finbarr Galvin Ltd. in Bandon, County Cork, has been named Cupra Retailer of the Year 2025. In naming its retailer of the year, Cupra evaluates its entire network against a comprehensive set of performance benchmarks – encompassing sales achievement, customer…
New electric Mercedes-Benz VLE revealed
Mercedes-Benz has fully revealed its new all-electric VLE, the first vehicle to be built on the brand’s newly developed modular, flexible and scalable Van Architecture (VAN.EA).
Defender breezes to summit of Little Sugar Loaf mountain
Land Rover Ireland pulled out all of the stops earlier this week when it hosted a media drive at the 800-acre Killruddery Estate in Co Wicklow, which saw a convoy of Defender Hard Top commercials reach the summit of the…
Chinese car brands Geely and Changan launch in Northern Ireland
Two new Chinese car brands have this week landed on Irish shores through the Charles Hurst Group. The dealer group has partnered with Geely and Changan to launch both brands in Northern Ireland at its Boucher Road showroom in Belfast.…
Dacia reveals Striker estate
Dacia has taken the covers off its new Striker estate model. While full details on the model won’t be shared until June, Dacia has said the Striker will be available in as a hybrid, a 4×4 hybrid, and LPG-powered (liquefied…
Kerry Mountain Rescue takes new Ineos medic vehicle
A new specialist rescue vehicle based on the Ineos Grenadier 4×4 platform has been officially launched for Kerry Mountain Rescue Team in Killarney National Park.
New Nissan Leaf is Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2026
The all-new Nissan Leaf has been named the overall winner for 2026 by Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) – the highest honour bestowed by the international jury comprised exclusively of female automotive journalists.
