Alfa Romeo Junior EV delivers real driving fun despite seeming sacrilege to the brand’s fansThis finalist for Europe’s Car of the Year is just as exhilarating to drive as many traditional Alfas of oldWed Nov 27 2024 - 00:00
Europe’s Car of the Year: meet the seven finalistsShortlist features Alfa Romeo Junior, Citroën ë-C3/C3, Cupra Terramar, Dacia Duster, Hyundai Inster, Kia EV3 and Renault 5Fri Nov 15 2024 - 08:00
Car review: The Polestar 4 is simply stellar when it comes to comfortThis all-electric crossover is the best car to come from the Sino-Swedish brand to dateWed Nov 13 2024 - 07:00
Are green number plates a good idea or a silly gimmick? Michael McAleer and John McManus debate Drivers of EVs will soon be able to signal their eco-awareness with the introduction of 'green flash’ registration plates. But the idea is proving divisive, with some seeing it as greenwashingTue Nov 12 2024 - 06:00
Hyundai’s new €18,995 electric car is set to cause quite a stirNew Inster EV is a surprisingly impressive small car that could revive an EV market stuffed with bland, expensive crossoversSun Nov 10 2024 - 12:15
Ford’s new Capri is little more than a soulless crossoverThe car giant had a great opportunity to showcase its skills – instead it delivered an exercise in cost controlWed Nov 06 2024 - 06:40
Slump in electric car sales continues in OctoberSome brands have suffered more than others with Volkswagen and Hyundai both seeing EV sales down 37.5% on last yearFri Nov 01 2024 - 13:00
Hyundai Inster: Small EV with a big personality set to shine in 2025This affordable small electric car is just what’s needed to revive an EV market stuffed with bland, expensive crossoversThu Oct 31 2024 - 23:00
New EVs: What’s coming to the market soon?The variety of new electric cars is expanding fast – here’s our pick of models coming down the roadThu Oct 24 2024 - 08:00
Renault 5 delivers retro fun and a nippy driveCan a €30,000 enlarged supermini really represent the same ‘affordable mobility’ motoring of the original?Wed Oct 16 2024 - 05:45
Kia EV3 first drive: New all-electric crossover ticks the right boxes to survive the EV sales slumpWith starting prices at €36,790, Kia is certainly bang on the money when it comes to the competitionWed Oct 09 2024 - 07:00
Lotus Emeya review: The latest twist in its tale is an electric grand tourerCan a brand synonymous with light sports cars really compete with a 2.5-tonne five-door electric saloon?Wed Oct 02 2024 - 06:00
Petrol and diesel prices to rise but better news for company EV buyersBudget 2025: Motor Insurers Insolvency Compensation Fund levy at 1% on premiums to end from January 1st, benefitting up to 2.2m policyholdersTue Oct 01 2024 - 16:13
New electric car sales down 26% on last yearWhile Toyota remains the best-selling new car brand, Audi has climbed into sixth position overall this yearTue Oct 01 2024 - 15:09
Test drive: Does the Golf GTi still have a role in the electric age?Nearly 50 years after VW pioneered the mainstream hot hatch has it still got the recipe right?Wed Sept 04 2024 - 06:00
Volvo EX90 review: New luxury all-electric seven-seater simply makes senseWith a range of over 600km, a focus on safety and a serene driving character, it’s only the price tag that will hold this Swede back from sales successTue Sept 03 2024 - 08:59
Hyundai Santa Fe review: Luxury SUV from mainstream brand challenges the established elitesThis tech-filled seven-seater delivers on comfort if not quite on driving funTue Aug 20 2024 - 09:30
Skoda Kodiaq review: A solid, sensible choice – but at a priceThe popular crossover may look the same, but it’s had an interior revampThu Aug 08 2024 - 07:00
EV sales are down 25% so far this year, back to levels last seen in 2022Some 13,885 new electric vehicles have been registered so far this year, a market share of 13.2% compared with 17.6% a year agoThu Aug 01 2024 - 12:58
Lexus LBX Elegant review: a tidy little crossover for empty nesters Stylish exterior and luxury interior attempts to overcome downsizingWed Jul 24 2024 - 06:00
Audi’s long-awaited new Q6 EV arrives in IrelandThe family-sized e-tron is loaded with new tech and heralds a model offensive over the next two yearsWed Jul 17 2024 - 07:00
Ford revives the Capri as an all-electric crossoverAfter a 38-year absence, the famous coupé is back - only this time as a quasi-SUVWed Jul 10 2024 - 18:36
Alfa’s new Junior EV delivers on brand’s sporty DNAAlfa Romeo’s all-electric Junior crossover lives up to its driving promise on the Balocco proving groundTue Jul 09 2024 - 12:00
New electric car sales down 25% in first half of yearThe drop comes despite a 1.7 per cent overall increase in new car registrations, with 78,942 new cars on Irish roads so far this yearMon Jul 01 2024 - 13:38
Polestar 4 is the shining light of this all-electric brandIt boasts a much-improved interior, a sleek look and a starting price of €68,600, which is over €30,000 less than the flagship Polestar 3 modelMon Jul 01 2024 - 11:01
VW Tiguan review: Tempting SUV in a world of uncertaintyDiesel version is the buyers’ favourite within this practical and premium-styled crossoverWed Jun 26 2024 - 07:00
Sales of new electric cars down 22% so far this yearEV sales have fallen in seven of the last nine monthsTue Jun 04 2024 - 14:27
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N road test: stellar hot hatch brings unmatched driving fun to the EV eraKorean gem can be both sedate and insane, boasting the ability to mix hardcore performance with everyday practicalityMon Jun 03 2024 - 06:30
Ireland’s electric vehicle charging network: How is it faring?The global recession played its part in derailing Ireland as a pioneer in EV development. But other EU states hit by the financial crisis have met or exceeded their targets for EV infrastructureSat Jun 01 2024 - 06:00
Will car buyers in Ireland be the big winners when Volkswagen starts selling directly to customers?The Republic is the test site for VW’s new venture, which will leave dealers with handover duties and service and repairsFri May 31 2024 - 06:00
VW Group to sell cars directly to Irish customers for all its brands from 2026Change will move sales online and leave dealers with handover and aftersales businessTue May 28 2024 - 14:11
The Irish Times Innovation Awards 2024: Everything you need to knowThe Irish Times Innovation Awards, now in their 15th year, is inviting entries for 2024Thu May 16 2024 - 07:34
EV review: New Smart #1 may have the recipe just rightIt may lack the innovation of the original Smart, but its links to Mercedes could be its route to successWed May 15 2024 - 08:15
VW ID.7: Impressive limo-length EV with a big range – and price tagIt’s a sign of the price increases across the motoring world that this VW family saloon starts at €57,000Wed Apr 17 2024 - 07:00
Is it better to buy an electric car now or to wait? Conor Pope and Michael McAleer debate the optionsLatest figures suggest many consumers are holding out for better charging infrastructure and battery technology, and lower prices. But what are the risks of waiting?Tue Apr 16 2024 - 06:00
Electric vehicles: why are sales falling?Uncertainty, misinformation and lack of awareness about generational improvements in EV technology are all part of the issueTue Apr 02 2024 - 16:18
Electric car sales in Ireland drop 14% despite rise in overall new car marketSales of regular hybrids are up 19.5% while plug-in hybrids rose 10.7%; even diesels are up 9%Tue Apr 02 2024 - 13:10
New Land Cruiser proves itself a rugged off-roader with retro looksToyota’s muscular cruiser gets a retro new look to add style to its off-road substanceTue Apr 02 2024 - 00:15
Revamped Peugeot’s 2008 proves tempting in petrol as much as electricThe popular small crossover has an improved EV range but the sprightly petrol model proves to be more fun to driveTue Mar 19 2024 - 06:00
Hybrids are hot with buyers as new car sales up 18%Sales of electric vehicles are not keeping pace with the overall market growth, latest industry figures showFri Mar 01 2024 - 12:35
How I voted – and why – in Europe’s Car of the YearThe seven finalists for Europe’s Car of the Year 2024 were all worthy of making the final cut. Here is how I rated themWed Feb 28 2024 - 05:00
Renault Scenic named Europe’s Car of the Year 2024French all-electric crossover saw off stiff competition from BMW’s new 5 Series/i5Mon Feb 26 2024 - 08:00
Mercedes marks the end of an era with new diesel CLEImpressively refined and powered by a quality engine, can it justify the price hike over rivals?Wed Feb 14 2024 - 03:00
Renault revamps the Clio but is it better to wait for the new 5 EV?There’s a buzz around the upcoming 5 that could undermine the Clio’s midlife revivalWed Feb 07 2024 - 02:07
Dacia aims for Dakar success in 2025The Renault-owned car brand has also brought on board a team of drivers that includes nine-time World Rally champion Sébastien LoebTue Jan 30 2024 - 10:41
The new Toyota Prius that looks good and is fun to drive. We never thought we’d be writing thatThe biggest hurdle is the price, but the latest Prius possesses an allure the model never had beforeWed Jan 24 2024 - 01:00
Hyundai Ioniq 6 versus BYD Seal: Two of our top cars for 2024 go head to headFrom The Irish Times Top 50 cars for 2024, one of the biggest calls to make was deciding between these two impressive newcomersWed Jan 03 2024 - 04:00
The 50 best cars for 2024 - and the winner is ...We reveal our top 10 cars for next year and why they are the bestWed Dec 20 2023 - 10:41
The 50 best cars for 2024 – in reverse order: 30-11We list our choice of the top 50 new cars buyers should consider for 241 registrations - and whyTue Dec 19 2023 - 06:00
The 50 best cars for 2024 – in reverse order: 50 to 31We list our choice of the top 50 new cars buyers should consider for 241 registrations - and whyMon Dec 18 2023 - 05:00
