Toyota deal boosts hybrid technologyToyota is to share some of its hybrid technology – like the petrol electric system that powers the new Prius model – with Ford…Wed Mar 10 2004 - 00:00
New Coupe coup for Alfa RomeoWe first saw the Alfa Romeo GT at the Geneva Motor Show last year, catching the eye of every passer-by like Italian beauties …Wed Mar 10 2004 - 00:00
Strong clues to 407 coupeThis is the Peugeot 407 Silhouette, a concept car shown at Geneva last week but by all accounts complete with "very strong" design…Wed Mar 10 2004 - 00:00
To MPV or not to MPV, that is the question for BMWBMW is reported to be working on two multi-purpose vehicles or people carriers.Wed Mar 10 2004 - 00:00
Present indicative, future perfectConcepts cars are, well, concepts - but they are more: an interface of testing designs on the public, reports Michael McAleer…Wed Mar 03 2004 - 00:00
Batten down the hot-hatches, Ford's back in townIt's heating up in the hot-hatch marketWed Mar 03 2004 - 00:00
Swiss roll of newcomersThe motoring world is packing its bags for the annual intake of Swiss charm in overpriced hotelsWed Feb 25 2004 - 00:00
Fiat kills Multipla looksIn a sad surrender to the merchants of bland, Fiat has bowed to market pressure with the next generation Multipla.Wed Feb 25 2004 - 00:00
When Mini won the dayForty years ago the motoring giants were slain by a Davidian Mini driven by an Irishman. Michael McAleer reportsWed Feb 18 2004 - 00:00
Luxury still prevailsAmid the gloom of last year's car sales figures - down 7 per cent on the previous year - the luxury end of the market seemed …Wed Feb 04 2004 - 00:00
Opel saves the endangered TigraOpel has confirmed that its two-seater Astra-derived coupé cabriolet will take the Tigra name when it arrives here in the autumn…Wed Feb 04 2004 - 00:00
BMW brings on the angelsBMW's iDrive system bothered drivers, but the X5's new xDrive comes with four guardian angels, says the hypeWed Feb 04 2004 - 00:00
Toyota sales pass FordToyota has unseated Ford as the world's second-largest vehicle manufacturerWed Jan 28 2004 - 00:00
Kia's new leaf should end the marque's troubleKia's new distributor has found itself in some hot water over delivery problems of lateWed Jan 28 2004 - 00:00
New Colt points itself at EuropeMitsubishi has revealed early photos of its new Colt, due to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March.Wed Jan 28 2004 - 00:00
Cartel prope a suprise to industryThe Irish motor industry has reacted with surprise to reports that several dealers are being investigated for price fixing by…Wed Jan 21 2004 - 00:00
Mazda 3RoadTest: Mazda3: 6+3+2+RX8 = 4 (per cent market share)? Perhaps.Mazda's mathematics are really beginning to add up.Wed Jan 21 2004 - 00:00
Volvo tackles the driver's blindspotsVolvo will introduce a new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) to its production cars later this year, according to Lex Kersseamakers…Wed Jan 14 2004 - 00:00
Ford C-Max 1.8 ZetecWe used to have big, medium, small cars and trucks. Then we had people carriers, family cars, SUVsWed Jan 14 2004 - 00:00
Weathering winter's worstSir Vivian Fuchs was not a man to stay in during a stormWed Dec 31 2003 - 00:00
Renault pips Volvo for Lord Mayor's new carDublin's Lord Mayor, Mr Royston Brady, will use a Renault Vel Satis as his mayoral transport next year, replacing the traditional…Fri Dec 19 2003 - 00:00
Ford updates its Mondeo rangeFord has launched an update on the Mondeo range this week with the return of the Ghia badge and the addition of two new powertrains…Wed Dec 17 2003 - 00:00
Honda takes to the airOn the centenary of the first flight by the Wright brothers, Japanese car firm Honda has entered the world of jet aircraft.Wed Dec 17 2003 - 00:00
Warranty deals increase competitionAdded value packages such as warranties and servicing cover could represent the latest competitive arena for car firms in Ireland…Wed Dec 10 2003 - 00:00
Peugeot's new 407 is a real jaw-dropperThe replacement for the ageing 406 comes with a dramatic open-mouthed air intake - and a bigger badge.Wed Dec 10 2003 - 00:00
New buzz animates MitsubishiMitsubishi has had a busy year, with the arrival of the new Lancer and now the introduction of its 'soft-roader' Outlander, all…Wed Dec 10 2003 - 00:00
Motorists will have to pay about €2.50 more for full tank of petrolMotoring Motorists will pay, on average, an extra €2.50 each time they fill up their tanks from today.Thu Dec 04 2003 - 00:00
On Safari with the TataIndian car firm Tata arrives in Ireland today with its range of utility vehicles, led by the seven-seater Safari SUVWed Dec 03 2003 - 00:00
Volvo launches new S40 rangeVolvo knows that the real profit these days lies in the premium marketWed Dec 03 2003 - 00:00
Toyota PriusThe Prius reflects a paradox in the world of motoring, a clash of conscience for many motorheads; the fondness of this dirty …Wed Dec 03 2003 - 00:00
Suzuki aims highSuzuki has launched its new five-door version of its small car, the Ignis. The new version, powered by a new 1Wed Nov 26 2003 - 00:00
Citroen C2With buyers increasingly concerned about looks and styling, the French should be salivating at the prospect of competing in an…Wed Nov 26 2003 - 00:00
Budget likely to hit motoristsNext week's budget may bring more woe for motorists from a Minister for Finance who seems to regard car users as a useful source…Wed Nov 26 2003 - 00:00
Poor training at the root of the safety problemHe's between 25 and 34 years of ageWed Nov 26 2003 - 00:00
VW TouaregWould you spend over €60,000 on a Volkswagen? A year ago we'd have thought you were mad.Wed Nov 26 2003 - 00:00
Mazda's hot revolverFans of sports cars must pay homage to the Audi TT for developing the market so far. But the time comes when others catch up.Wed Nov 19 2003 - 00:00
Saab shows how to let your hair down in styleMaybe it's to do with global warming. Perhaps it's more to do with our increasing wealthWed Nov 19 2003 - 00:00
Meet the extending familyIt's a clear indication of the rise in style, that it now equates in importance to practicality in the topic of discussion even…Wed Nov 19 2003 - 00:00
What's newIt's that time of the year when thoughts turn to Christmas treats, and motorists are not immuneWed Nov 19 2003 - 00:00
Fiat's new incentive schemeAs part of its efforts to rebuild its brand presence, Fiat has revealed the format of its new incentive scheme that will start…Wed Nov 12 2003 - 00:00
Renault offers up new ClioRenault is to launch a revamped version of its small Clio car range at the start of next year.Wed Nov 12 2003 - 00:00
Jaguar is top cat in BBC's surveyJaguar's XJ has come out as the surprise winner of a survey of car ownersWed Nov 12 2003 - 00:00
Fiat's journey back to the futureFiat Panda A new Fiat Panda. Four words that normally evoke about as much excitement as a trip to the dentistWed Nov 05 2003 - 00:00
Recalls rise as car firms get cautiousNissan's recall of 2.5 million cars, of which an estimated 10,000 are affected in Ireland, is only the latest in a seemingly …Wed Nov 05 2003 - 00:00
The space race that never endsRoadTest/Renault Espace: It's the grand-père of the MPV generation, launched in 1984, and as time takes its toll, its undergone…Wed Oct 29 2003 - 00:00
Rover gets Streetwise - on the roadAs part of the makeover of MG Rover, and as we await the introduction of its crucial Ford Focus/VW Golf rival late next year, …Wed Oct 22 2003 - 01:00
Fiat gives Multipla a dressing downThe uniquely stylish but daring design of the Fiat Multipla is to be toned down in the next generation if photos of the future…Wed Oct 22 2003 - 01:00
Much more than mere eye candyBMW 520i SE: When tasked with creating the next generation of the 5-series - arguably the best car in the BMW range at the time…Wed Oct 22 2003 - 01:00
Following the letter of the law in the NCT testIt's not only language but size that matters when it comes to the National Car Test (NCT)Wed Oct 22 2003 - 01:00
