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Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 sells in Irish showrooms

Dealerships across Ireland have seen positive interest in the recently launched all-terrain D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35, according to Isuzu importer, the Harris Group, with the first wave of allocations already sold out.

Kia PV5 is 2026 International Van of the Year

Kia’s all-electric PV5 has been named the 2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY), marking a historic first victory for both Kia and a Korean manufacturer.

Finlay Motor Group appointed BYD dealer for Kildare

Finlay Motor Group in Co Kildare has been appointed to the BYD dealer network in Ireland by national importer, Motor Distributors Limited (MDL).

New Renault Trafic electric van to offer 450km range

A production version of the fourth-generation Renault Trafic made its public debut this week at the Solutrans trade show in Lyon, France. First launched in 1980, the Trafic has been built in over 2.5 million units across three generations. The

Volkswagen Transporter named 2026 Irish Van of the Year

At a gala awards ceremony last Friday afternoon in the Conrad Hotel in Dublin, the Volkswagen Transporter was voted as the 2026 Irish Van of the Year in association with Continental Tyres.

Renault 5 named 2026 Irish Car of the Year

At a gala awards ceremony this afternoon in the Conrad Hotel in Dublin, the Renault 5 was named as the 2026 Irish Car of the Year in association with Continental Tyres. Members of the Motoring Media Association of Ireland (MMAI),

Toyota reveals all-electric Hilux pick-up

Toyota has revealed the ninth-generation of its Hilux pick-up truck, which will launch in Europe next year with the choice of a diesel hybrid 48V and, for the first time, a fully-electric powertrain.

Tested: Alfa Romeo Ibrida

I know Alfa Romeo have had their doom days but you have to hand it to them, and the Stellantis auto giant to which they belong, for rejuvenating the historic brand once again. I’m sure it has been far from

Renault Twingo returns as electric city car

Renault has today revealed the Twingo E-Tech electric, marking the return of the iconic French city car. Originally launched back in 1992, the Twingo was a huge success selling over 4.1 million units in 25 countries, although it was never

Tested: BYD Dolphin Surf

New to the ranks of BYD is the Dolphin Surf, the brand’s answer to the growing sub-€20,000 small electric vehicle market and joining the likes of the Dacia Spring, Hyundai Inster and Leapmotor T03 in this niche segment. Remarkably, the