Open and Mondello renew driving initiative
Mondello Park has taken delivery of a fleet of five Opel Mokka Electrics for the Early-Drive/Electrified by Opel programme. Pictured are Richard Dillon, Head of Retail Sales, Opel Ireland, and Roddy Greene, Managing Director at Mondello Park.
Mondello Park race track and Opel Ireland have renewed their partnership for the track’s Early-Drive Programme, which has been educating young drivers for over 25 years.
The programme is aimed at 13 to 17-year-olds and uses a fleet of new Opel Mokka Electrics to teach road safety and driving skills to the young people in a controlled environment. Around 2,500 teenagers participate annually in the programme, benefiting from practical sessions and essential road safety knowledge.
The race track is set up to simulate real-world road conditions, complete with signs and junctions for participants to navigate. Instructors also use circuit safety features, including gravel traps and tyre barriers, to demonstrate the important differences between driving on a racetrack and on public roads.
This initiative supports the Road Safety Authority’s Vision Zero goal of eliminating road deaths by 2050. With recent statistics showing 16 to 25-year-olds make up 27% of road fatalities in Ireland, the programme emphasises the importance of early road safety education.
Citroen unveiled the 2 CV Concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, reviving the iconic model with a modern twist. This concept reflects the original 2 CV’s (Commercial Vehicle) values of affordability, lightness, practicality, versatility, and character.
Measuring 3.76 metres, the design cleverly reinterprets the classic 2 CV charm, while the interior remains spacious and connected.
Planned for release within two years, the 2 CV production version will be manufactured in Europe, priced around €15,000, and meet future E-Car regulations.
Volkswagen Ireland has launched the ID. Tiguan as the successor to the ID. 4, with prices starting at €38,635.
There are two battery options, with rated ranges of up to 450km and 600km respectively.
First deliveries to Irish customers are planned for April of next year.
