Toyota’s Land Cruiser is renowned for its superb off-road ability to tackle different types of terrain in the most extreme conditions.

Motor dealers in the West of Ireland enjoyed a very strong start to 2026. In Mayo, some 681 new vehicles were registered in January, compared to 615 for the same month in 2025, an increase of 10. 7%.

The third generation of the Nissan LEAF EV has been awarded the title of World’s Best Compact Car by the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year jury, writes Trish Whelan.  The jury is made up of 84 automotive journalists from 54 countries.

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.