Polestar 3 has been awarded Euro NCAP’s Best in Class award for the safest Executive Car of 2025, writes Trish Whelan.

Toyota, Ireland’s best-selling car brand, has announced that the all-new Toyota Aygo X Hybrid is in dealerships now, making it the first full hybrid in the A-segment on the market.

Ford and Ford Pro have partnered with Ohme, its new electric vehicle (EV) home charging partner in Ireland.

Opel Ireland sold 2,257 passenger cars in 2025, with its Mokka SUV the most popular, followed by the Corsa and the new Grandland, which was launched in February of last year, and has already sold 537 units, compared to the 287 registered in 2024 for ...

Kia’s latest electric car, the EV2 small SUV, is set to arrive in Ireland in the spring, following its recent debut at the Brussels Motor Show, writes Trish Whelan.   It offers the brand’s most accessible entry into its EV line-up.

In spring 2022, Škoda introduced its new modern solid design language with the Vision 7S concept. The concept clearly signposted the brand’s future direction, shaped by sustainability, functional design and cutting-edge technology.

Opel has unveiled the new Opel Astra and the new Opel Astra Sports Tourer at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show, which took place at the Brussels Expo convention centre from January 9th to 18th.

Nissan aims to become the number one electric vehicle (EV) brand in Ireland with the return of the all-new Nissan LEAF, which lands in showrooms in the coming weeks priced from €34,995, writes Trish Whelan.

Citroën launched its fourth-generation C3 last summer, as a more modern, assertive design that resembles an SUV rather than the traditional hatchback.

BMW Group Ireland delivered a strong 2025 sales performance with 5,868 vehicle registrations establishing its position as Ireland’s leading premium automotive brand, writes Trish Whelan.

The inaugural European Motor Show 2026 takes place at the RDS, Dublin, during the February Bank Holiday weekend (Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1) as motorsport icons, live experiences and festival-style entertainment come together for a ...

They may account for just a small share of the Irish van market, but small businesses and tradespeople are spoilt for choice when it comes to purchasing a car-derived van (CDV), as many vehicle manufacturers now offer one in their line-up.

Cedar employs 600 people in Ireland, distributing the Nissan, Renault, Dacia, and Alpine brands, as well as owning the Windsor Motor Group

2025 was on a landmark year for sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in Ireland. Some 23,601 new electric cars were registered in the past 12 months, an increase of 35. 1% from the 17,460 registrations seen in 2024.

Motor dealers in Mayo enjoyed a buoyant 2025 with sales of new vehicles rising by seven per cent from the previous year. There were 2,191 new vehicle registrations in Mayo in 2025 compared to 2,046 in 2024, a rise of 7. 09%.

Electric range and driver appeal prove decisive

Kia last month launched its EV5, its first electric C-SUV, writes Trish Whelan.  This medium SUV category is the most popular vehicle segment in Ireland and accounts for 30 per cent of all new car sales.

It’s been another hectic but hugely interesting year for new car arrivals.

With three new models launched in Ireland in 2025 - the new Opel Grandland Electric, the updated Mokka and the all-new Opel Frontera - the German brand will shift its focus to the new Opel Astra in 2026.

Alfa Romeo ignited passion among motoring enthusiasts when it introduced the new Junior fully electric SUV/crossover on Valentine’s Day this year.

Tesla has added the Model Y Standard to its Irish product line-up, replacing the Model Y Rear Wheel Drive.  With a range of 505km WLTP Certified, Model Y Standard will be priced from €42,990.

Citroen has unveiled the ‘ELO’ concept, a concept car that opens a new chapter for the French marque. With a compact length of 4.

Volkswagen's Tayron family SUV arrived here in March with the option of five or seven seats and petrol, diesel or plug-in hybrid powertrains. It fits between the compact Tiguan and the larger luxury Touareg.

Cork singer-songwriter and guitarist Allie Sherlock has been appointed a brand ambassador for the Jeep brand in Ireland, writes Trish Whelan.  The appointment is aimed to inspire a new generation of Irish drivers to the brand.

Toyota’s new insurance products are designed exclusively for its drivers (and Lexus drivers too)

The all-new Opel Frontera SUV has arrived at Opel dealerships nationwide priced from sub-€25,000.

When Peugeot’s stunning-looking 408 model went on sale here at the start of 2023, it was heralded as the first of its kind in the history of the brand, offering a new fastback silhouette to compete at the top of the C-segment.

With its blend of retro inspired distinctive design, modern driving dynamics, and practical electric range, the stylish Renault 5 E-Tech electric has been named the 2026 Irish Car of the Year.

Volkswagen’s ID. 3 GTX hatchback arrived here in the second half of last year as a new addition to the brand's electric model family. It's a real head-turner with an improved interior and very impressive performance.

Premium US carmaker and global car icon Cadillac is partnering with Charles Hurst Group to open Ireland’s first wholly exclusive Cadillac dealership in south Dublin in a €1 million investment, bringing the brand to Irish customers for the first time ...

SEAT has refreshed two of its most popular models - the Ibiza and the Arona. Both models now feature updated styling, vibrant new colours, and a completely renewed range of alloy wheels available in sizes from 16-inch to 18-inch.

When Honda introduced its mid-sized ZR-V to Ireland for the 2023 model year, it filled the gap in the carmaker’s SUV line-up between the compact HR-V and larger CR-V. To me, it’s more of a crossover vehicle than a full-blown SUV.

New vehicle registrations in Mayo have increased by over 7% in the first 10 months of 2025, according to the latest data from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).

Dacia’s Bigster offers buyers of larger family cars a well-equipped, good value-for-money vehicle, with mild and full hybrid engine options, plus the choice of a 4x4. Dacia claims it is their most luxurious model yet.

Renault is offering zero per cent APR HP on all electric Renault models including the Renault 5 E-Tech, Scenic E-Tech, Megane E-Tech and the Renault 4 E-Tech electric, which are now available to view and test drive at Renault dealerships, including ...

Toyota Ireland has unveiled its new 2026 model range, representing the future of Toyota design, performance, and innovation.

Nissan’s Micra is returning to Irish roads as a compact electric vehicle (EV) with a top range of 416kms and a start price of €25,995. This is the sixth generation of the iconic car which first hit Irish roads over 40 years ago.

In September, Chinese automotive company BYD introduced its all-electric Dolphin Surf to the Irish market, expanding its line-up to six models.

Tesla is introducing upgrades to its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, delivering greater range and also more functionality for the Model 3.

Dacia claims its lightweight electric Hipster Concept ‘reinvents The People’s car’ as it is designed for everyday use and offering sufficient range for daily journeys with two recharges per week.

The much-anticipated all-new Opel Frontera SUV has arrived at Opel dealerships nationwide, with prices and equipment just announced by the brand.

Motor dealers in Mayo are enjoying a buoyant 2025 with sales of new vehicles increasing by almost seven per cent in the first nine months of the year.

Hyundai introduced its smallest electric car, the Inster, and its largest electric SUV, the Ioniq 9, this year. The latter is the Korean carmaker's first full-size, all-electric SUV and a seven-seater.

An upgraded Volvo EX90 is now on sale for 2026 priced from €99,895. Faster charging and improved safety and driver support are features.

Cupra has gained a lot of recognition in Ireland in recent years with its line-up of performance-focused sporty cars. This has paid off with increased sales figures year-on-year.

Chinese carmaker BYD has launched its new, four-door Dolphin Surf hatchback with a start price of from €17,985, writes Trish Whelan.  Prices include Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants and subsidies.

MG Ireland’s range includes electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrids since the brand’s relaunch in the Irish market in 2021.

Opel presented three exciting world premieres at the IAA Mobility 2025 earlier this month.

The third generation of the Peugeot 5008, the largest SUV in the company’s line-up, introduced here last February, is available in hybrid or all-electric versions, with both starting at €50,995.

Leapmotor Ireland, the newest entry into the Irish electric vehicle market, has announced the official list-price and comprehensive specification for its highly-anticipated C10 family SUV range.

Autumn is upon us and it brings with it some very challenging road conditions.

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has launched its largest-ever college road safety education programme at University College Dublin’s Freshers Week.

Volkswagen’s second-generation T-Roc crossover is due to arrive in Ireland in Q2 of 2026.

Renault has tapped into the current popular retro trend by reinventing its original Renault 5 compact car with a new electric car designed for modern city driving, competitively priced at just under €26k, and with a decent electric range of up to ...

Leapmotor Ireland, the newest entry into the Irish electric vehicle market, has announced the official list-price for its much-anticipated T03 compact car.

Orders are now being taken for the third-generation Audi Q3, with first deliveries expected this month with prices starting at €47,165. A Sportback version will launch in November, starting at €48,970.

Toyota’s updated Corolla Cross will be available in dealerships from this week priced from €39,310, writes Trish Whelan. Customers will have immediate delivery.

The X3 is one of BMW's core SUV models, with over 3. 5 million sold worldwide since its launch in 2003.

The facelifted Honda Civic is one of the most impressive family cars I’ve driven this year. It is only available as a self-charging petrol hybrid and with a single trim called Advance. Elegance and Sport grades will arrive in Q4.

Just days after giving a tantalising teaser of its upcoming concept car, Opel has revealed the first full set of images and the name of the show car which will make its world premiere at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich this September.

Modern, compact, and with an unmistakable design, the award-winning Opel Mokka is a bestseller for the German brand, earning legions of fans since its launch four years ago.

As part of the Frank Keane Group, Farizon Ireland brings next-generation electric commercial vehicles to Irish businesses, writes Trish Whelan.

Polestar’s large electric SUV, Polestar 3, has broken the Guinness World Record for longest journey travelled by an electric SUV on a single charge on UK public roads. Achieving 935. 44km (581.

MINI's new Aceman crossover SUV was launched at the end of last year exclusively as a fully electric vehicle. It sits between the MINI Cooper and the larger Countryman. The exterior is impressive, measuring 4,079mm in length.

Hyundai has introduced its new flagship model, the Ioniq 9, the first full-size, all-electric SUV with a range of 620km and priced from €78,495.

Polestar 4 has received the prestigious Red Dot ‘Best of the Best’ award in Product Design for 2025.  Red Dot is one of the largest and most renowned design competitions in the world.

The Cupra Tavascan, an all-electric SUV coupe built on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, boasts a powerful personality centred on design and performance.

With Opel recently teasing fans with a widespread “OMG! GSE” social media campaign, the brand with the Blitz subsequently announced that the Mokka GSE, inspired by the prototype Mokka GSE Rally, will go into serial production.

There was a 64% increase in EVs registered in the month of July alone, compared with last year.

A new green ‘flash’ on registration plates will make it easier to spot vehicles that emit no CO2 emissions on Irish roads. Since the start of July, the green ‘flash’ plates are available for all eligible new and existing electric vehicles.

Renault’s Symbioz is now available in two new powertrains - the TCe mild hybrid 140 manual and the E-Tech full hybrid 160, broadening the appeal of the compact family SUV to Irish drivers.

In 2021, Cupra’s Formentor was the first vehicle designed and developed from the ground up as a Cupra model.

Opel celebrated the sensational premiere of the Opel Mokka GSE Rally just a few weeks ago at the ELE Rally in the Netherlands. There, the prototype announced itself in front of everyone as a new star in electric rallying.

The new Toyota Land Cruiser arrives on Irish roads this week, with customer deliveries commencing imminently.

Sales of new cars were buoyant in counties Mayo and Galway in the first six months of the year, according to the latest data from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).

When BYD’s Sealion 7 was launched in Ireland in April, by Motor Distributors Limited, it was the Chinese brand’s fifth model launched here in two years.

Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien has announced the sites of 53 new high-power recharging hubs to service the expanding electric vehicle (EV) fleet across Ireland's national road network.

With its unique design, high level of comfort and numerous innovative solutions, combined with petrol hybrid and fully electrified drivetrains, the Opel Grandland makes a clear statement as the brand's top-of-the-line model.

The all-new Nissan LEAF marks a defining next step in the evolution of the iconic car that started it all.

The French Alpine sporty brand has arrived in Ireland with two models, writes Trish Whelan.   They are being distributed by Cedar Motors which already represents Renault, Dacia, and Nissan in Ireland.

MG Motor Ireland’s seven-model range includes all-electric, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models, ensuring a model to suit every preference and pocket.

Toyota Ireland has revealed the all-new Aygo X Hybrid. The Aygo X compact crossover takes fun-to-drive and efficiency to the next level by introducing full hybrid technology to its segment for the first time.

The all-new Opel Frontera SUV is rugged, offers plenty of space, is electrified in every variant and is ideally equipped for the demands of everyday family life.

Motor dealers in Mayo have enjoyed a buoyant start to 2025 with sales of new vehicles rising by over 6% in the first five months of the year.

Fiat’s new Grande Panda Hybrid, built on the multi-energy Smart-Car platform, is now available with a hybrid powertrain, writes Trish Whelan.   It follows the recent launch of the fully electric version.

The Nissan Qashqai has been one of Ireland’s favourite cars since the Japanese carmaker pioneered the crossover segment in 2007 with almost 60,000 Irish sales since then, so a great many Irish families have grown up with the model.

The all-new, sixth-generation Nissan Micra will return to the B-segment in 2025 as a fully-connected, pure EV.

Skoda Auto has revealed the final additions to its new Enyaq family which will launch in Ireland in September: the all-electric Enyaq RS and Enyaq Coupe RS.

When the Cupra Born was first introduced in 2021, it was a game-changer for the brand as it was their first all-electric model. Born is a battery electric compact small family car that competes in the C-Segment.

Dubbed one of the most hotly anticipated cars of 2025, Dacia Bigster has arrived at JJ Burke Car Sales, offering a refreshing new take on the country’s largest segment. “Bigster is tailored to the specific requirements of a steadily growing market.

In 2025, Opel will take the electrification of the brand to a new level. The extra-dynamic GSE sub-brand will become fully electric and at the same time receive a new, expressive logo, ready for the next generation of GSE models.

Ford claimed ‘the legend is back’ when they introduced the new all-electric Ford Capri earlier this year, rewired for the EV generation.

Toyota is kicking off the Irish summer with new offers on its electrified models available.  From now until May 31st, customers can avail of Toyota’s largest-ever power-up boosters, up to €3,000, or APR’s as low as 2. 9% with Toyota Easy PCP finance.

CUPRA has announced its ’252’ offers for Plug-in hybrid models, writes Trish Whelan. Special monthly rates are offered on Terramar, Formentor, and Cupra Leon.

Czech automaker Skoda was founded during the pioneering days of the automobile in 1895, making it one of the longest-established car companies in the world. Skoda has been part of the Volkswagen Group since 1991.