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How upcoming price changes will affect your EV running costs

How upcoming price changes will affect your EV running costs

Do recent price increases plus an upcoming VAT rise make EVs as costly to run for some motorists as a petrol or diesel car?

Tue Aug 05 2025 - 07:00

BMW X3 plug-in hybrid review: It looks a lot like beige to me – but in a good way

BMW X3 plug-in hybrid review: It looks a lot like beige to me – but in a good way

Part-electric power really suits the BMW X3, and the price tag only adds to its appeal

Wed Jul 30 2025 - 07:00

‘We’ll defend our patch’: Hyundai seeks Irish EV credit where it’s due

‘We’ll defend our patch’: Hyundai seeks Irish EV credit where it’s due

Hyundai Ireland boss Stephen Gleeson speaks about the challenges and triumphs of running one of Ireland’s best-selling car brands

Tue Jul 29 2025 - 06:00

Increased incentives could alter the maths for EV targets

Increased incentives could alter the maths for EV targets

Current electric vehicle figures don’t add up but a Climate Change Advisory Council proposal might drive things in the right direction

Thu Jul 24 2025 - 05:00

Stalled by ‘goodwill’ for car repairs: Are Irish drivers being left in the lurch?

Stalled by ‘goodwill’ for car repairs: Are Irish drivers being left in the lurch?

Repair work on major faults can be complicated by patchy warranties and a system tilted against consumers

Wed Jul 23 2025 - 07:50

Hyundai’s big Ioniq 9 feels like an EV upgrade, but will buyers make the switch?

Hyundai’s big Ioniq 9 feels like an EV upgrade, but will buyers make the switch?

The market for new electric cars seems to be growing again, but will buyers reach up for Hyundai’s pricey all-electric seven-seater?

Tue Jul 22 2025 - 10:02

The new Mercedes CLA – range anxiety? What’s that?

The new Mercedes CLA – range anxiety? What’s that?

Merc’s sleek new four-door EV goes for mile and miles on one charge

Wed Jul 16 2025 - 23:01

Mini Cooper S Convertible review: This soft-top proves that open air is better

Mini Cooper S Convertible review: This soft-top proves that open air is better

Mini Cooper S Convertible isn't quite a cure-all but it would certainly take your mind off a bad day

Wed Jul 16 2025 - 07:15

BYD’s Land Cruiser rival inches closer to Ireland

BYD’s Land Cruiser rival inches closer to Ireland

BYD’s luxury brand Denza is coming to the UK, and it’s got an ultra-rugged plug-in hybrid 4x4 too

Wed Jul 16 2025 - 06:45

Mazda’s new CX-5 gains space, but loses engine options

Mazda’s new CX-5 gains space, but loses engine options

Just a single engine choice for the incoming new €39,965

Fri Jul 11 2025 - 12:15

Is China’s car industry on the brink of crisis?

Is China’s car industry on the brink of crisis?

Car makers are selling and exporting new cars as ‘zero miles’ used in an effort to keep factories running

Wed Jul 09 2025 - 08:02

Volkswagen Buzz attempting journey around the world visits Ireland

Volkswagen Buzz attempting journey around the world visits Ireland

Rainer Zietlow wants to take an electric car to the ends of the Earth

Tue Jul 08 2025 - 20:18

EV Q&A: How do I know if I’m getting good economy from an electric car?

EV Q&A: How do I know if I’m getting good economy from an electric car?

Helping to separate electric-vehicle myths from facts, we are here to answer all your EV questions

Tue Jul 08 2025 - 06:30

Company car leasing avoids value depreciation in a volatile market

Company car leasing avoids value depreciation in a volatile market

Could leasing with a full-service option, where all the ancillary costs are covered, be the answer for a small firm?

Wed Jul 02 2025 - 05:00

Car makers sound alarm as China turns off tap on mineral supplies

Car makers sound alarm as China turns off tap on mineral supplies

Rare-earth metals in short supply, causing some models to pause production

Tue Jul 01 2025 - 10:00

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