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Tested: Audi A6 Plug-in Hybrid

I picked a good week to drive a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV). As I zig-zagged my way around town in the latest, brand-new Audi A6 plug-in saloon, my radio was filled with talk and analysis of cars like my test

Kia EV4 and EV4 Fastback arrive in Ireland

Kia has this week launched the EV4 and EV4 Fastback in Ireland, further expanding its already impressive line-up of electric vehicles. The EV4 is Kia’s first all-electric hatchback, engineered on the dedicated Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). Produced in Slovakia,

Farizon SV arrives in Ireland from €44,500

Irish pricing and specification has been confirmed for the Farizon SV from Farizon Auto, the commercial vehicle division of China’s Geely.

First drive: Nissan Ariya Nismo

Nissan’s ‘Nismo’ performance division has been around for over 40 years, with its signature white and red badging adorning several generations of the legendary Skyline, Silvia, 350Z and modern-day GT-R. It should come as a surprise then, to find an

Upgrades for Dacia Sandero, Stepway, Jogger

Dacia has announced a refresh for its hugely popular Sandero, Stepway and Jogger models, all featuring new engines and the brand’s light signature at the front and rear. Introduced on Bigster, the new hybrid 155 powertrain is now available on

New Opel Frontera now on sale

The new Opel Frontera has arrived at Opel dealerships nationwide, with prices and equipment just announced by the brand. Armed with a five-year unlimited mileage warranty as standard for the Irish market, the new Frontera is available in three trims

Tested: MG 5S

Carmakers have come up with the near-perfect formula for making a vehicle sell better than its forerunner: Make the next generation a SUV. Well, at least that’s what MG have done with their latest MG 5S electric car. And there

Nissan’s electric Micra priced from €25,995

Nissan has announced its pricing and the opening of pre-orders for the sixth generation Micra, which is returning to Irish roads as a fully-electric car with a quoted range of 416km and a starting price of €25,995.

John Linnane Motors does double at Opel Dealer of the Year Awards

John Linnane Motors, main Opel dealer in Wicklow, has been crowned the overall winner of the coveted Opel Dealer of the Year 2025 award.

Volvo EX90 gets faster charging and updated 2026 pricing

Volvo is opening order books for the 2026 Volvo EX90, now enhanced with hardware and software upgrades. Powered by the company’s new 800-volt electric system, the EX90 can charge even faster, while a core computer upgrade enables new and improved