Motoring

Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback: Two Distinct Personalities, One Global Vision. FIAT unveils the first official image of Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback, two new models designed to expand the brand’s global line-up and reinforce its presence in the C-segment. Built on...
The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) have released its official 261 new vehicle registration statistics for May.  New car registrations for May were up 38.58% (8,068) compared to May 2025 (5,822). Registrations year to date are up 4.7%...
The motoring media launch of the all-new Jeep® Compass took place recently at Slane Castle, County Meath, bringing the brand’s latest electrified SUV to one of Ireland’s most iconic music venues and atmospheric historic estates. Set within the grounds of...

REVIEW: Kia K4

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With a proliferation of electric cars coming from Kia’s Irish headquarters in Ballymount, Dublin, out of the blue two months ago came a regular petrol car, the Kia K4. In recent months, Ronan Flood, MD of Kia in Ireland, and...
Audi Ireland is pleased to announce a significant upgrade to the Audi Q4 e-tron, enhancing the brand’s electric bestseller with improved efficiency, faster charging, advanced digital technology and greater everyday usability for Irish drivers. As one of Audi’s most popular...
Ford Ireland has launched its official Transit Team Directory, a cohort of skilled Irish tradespeople nominated by their local communities. As part of the launch, the assembled team are inviting charities, community groups, youth clubs and local organisations across...
With the all‑electric Mazda CX‑6e (Energy consumption combined: 18.9-19.4 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions combined: 0 g/km, CO2 class: A.), Mazda introduces a new interpretation of interior design that combines advanced electric vehicle architecture with the brand’s long‑standing dedication to craftsmanship and...
Seamus Morgan, CEO of Cedar Motors Limited has formally signed an agreement with Kevin and John O’Leary, Directors of Kevin O’Leary Group, officially welcoming the group as an authorised dealer for Renault and Dacia in Bandon. The appointment expands...
Making a return after 25 years, Honda Ireland are welcoming back the all-new Prelude e:HEV starting from €59,995. The new hybrid Prelude e:HEV will showcase the innovative Honda S+ Shift technology to further enhance the ‘joy of driving’ offered...
The first units of the eagerly anticipated new Opel Mokka GSE 281hp have arrived in Ireland. The most powerful electric road car ever produced by Opel, and winner of a Golden Steering Wheel 2025, the Mokka GSE is inspired...
A few weeks after reviewing Citroen’s new C3 Aircross, I was back in another new Citroen last week, the much larger C5 Aircross. The C3 I drove was petrol, but last week, motoring was even cheaper as the car...
As part of Stellantis’ FaSTLAne strategic plan, Citroën has officially confirmed the integration of a new model into its product line-up, which will capture the spirit of the legendary 2CV. Designed to make mobility accessible to all, the Citroën 2...
Actor, Director, Writer and broadcaster, Simon Delaney best known for his work in television, film and radio has signed a year-long brand ambassadorship with Honda Ireland. This partnership is a thrilling chapter for both Honda Ireland and Simon. Fresh from...
Compact, clever, confident: the all-new Škoda Epiq extends Škoda Auto’s successful electric portfolio into the entry-level segment, combining compact dimensions with a spacious interior and high everyday usability. In its base variant, the Epiq is the most affordable fully electric...
Ford has detailed a vibrant new vision for its future in Europe at a gathering of European dealers and partners. With a comprehensive product and technology rollout for commercial and retail customers planned over the next three years, Ford...

REVIEW: Nissan Micra EV

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The Micra has been a great seller for Nissan since it was introduced in 1982. My daughter’s first car in 2007 was a Micra and it was a great car for a young learner driver. That Micra was a black...

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