Nissan has fully unveiled the third-generation of its Leaf electric vehicle, a model that has sold close to 700,000 units worldwide since its launch in 2010. Seen as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, the new Nissan Leaf will be…
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Tested: Skoda Enyaq
I can see why there has been talk about Skoda making two EV models close enough to each other in dimensions, spec and price that they risk both of them trawling much the same ground for buyers when they might…
New Mazda CX-5 on the way
Mazda has unveiled the third-generation of its best-selling CX-5 SUV, set to arrive in Ireland early next year from €39,965. The new CX-5 retains the shape of its predecessor but gets a more responsive petrol hybrid engine along with built-in…
Tested: Cupra Born VZ
EElectric hot hatches have been something of a grey area these past few years, with many, if not all, failing to meet the brief. The missing ingredient? A combustion engine. It’s like a chicken fillet roll without the chicken fillet…
Tested: Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster
I drove the all-bells-and-whistles variant of the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster 4×4 some time back but never got to the 5-seater Pick-Up version. My fault, but better late than never. So here goes. How could I not have tested something bedecked…
Nissan upgrades e-Power hybrid engines
Nissan has announced a number of upgrades to its e-Power technology on the Qashqai, promising to deliver better fuel consumption, lower emissions and an even smoother ride. First launched in Europe four years ago, e-Power was developed by Nissan to…
Tested: Skoda Superb Combi PHEV Sportline
Even those who would normally never look at an estate should cast a glance at the Skoda Superb Combi plug-in. I’m not saying it will make you change your mind if you are driving a fancy large saloon or, more…
Electric AWD Opel Grandland now available
Opel has shared details of its first ever all-electric model with all-wheel drive, with the reveal of the new Grandland Electric AWD Ultimate 325hp. With many additional features such as the panoramic glass sunroof, 20-inch alloy wheels, 360° Intelli-Vision camera…
Tested: Dacia Spring
Never judge an EV by the size of its battery – as the saying goes. Many motorists would turn their nose up at a car that returns a range of just over 200 kilometres from a full tank. Some would…
Full details of new Nissan Leaf
Nissan has fully unveiled the third-generation of its Leaf electric vehicle, a model that has sold close to 700,000 units worldwide since its launch in 2010. Seen as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, the new Nissan Leaf will be…
