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Attacking Tesla will not help Europe’s car industry
Elon Musk’s company sells carbon credits to the likes of Peugeot, Opel, Citroën, Fiat and Alfa Romeo
The five cheapest cars on sale in Ireland right now. Two are EVs
Surprisingly good cars that are also the lowest-priced on the Irish market – and two are EVs
Renault 5 named Europe’s Car of the Year 2025
The French electric car won the prestigious prize, seeing off competition from seven finalists including the Kia EV3 and Hyundai Inster
What car should I buy in 2025 if ... I need a small runaround?
It’s time to start picking our best buys from the current crop of new cars on the market
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 road
How to pick the right electric car for you? Do your homework
EV buyers have more choice than ever before, with a wide variety of styles, price points, battery sizes and ranges
Every new electric car coming Irish showrooms in 2024
The electric car market is set to explode this year, with new – and, crucially, more affordable – models arriving
Will an EV end up costing more or less than a petrol or diesel car?
From insurance and fuel to up-front purchase costs and depreciation, motorists need to carefully weigh the financial pros and cons of EV ownership
DS 7 is a perfectly decent car but hasn’t found its essence
Latest update of a car that’s been around since 2017 needs to decide what it wants to be
The best BIK-friendly electric cars for less than €40,000
Constantly changing company car tax rules confusing you? Stick with these cars and you won’t go wrong
Peugeot 408: Good looks can only get you so far
Visual attraction isn’t enough to carry this fastback saloon past its sibling rival
Opel Combo-e: Electric MPV is an ideal battery car for families
As long as those families don’t need to drive too far. . .
Dacia Jogger: New seven-seat MPV seems like a safe bet
Forget the crash-test rating controversy – this Dacia gem could be ideal family transport
MG’s 5 is a half-way house – but it’s a pleasant one
Compact electric estate has an excellent mix of practicality and price
Russia hits back at sanctions with export bans
Exports of equipment and some forestry products banned until end of 2022
First drive: DS9 E-Tense is a supersized class act, but will it sell?
Some buyers unfairly see a premium car from France as a Citroën with notions
David McWilliams: Europe’s crisis a chance to shift away from reliance on Russian fossil fuels
Vladimir Putin has personally given the sustainable energy sector its biggest shot in the arm for years
Craig Breen overcomes tragedy to lead Ford’s rally fightback
Waterford’s Craig Breen has faced more than a few difficulties in his rallying career, but he’s Ford’s de-facto Number One as the rally circus heads to Sweden
Irish buyers with €25,000 can opt for an electric Fiat 500 or new seven-seat Dacia
Two new entrants to Irish market are a funky all-electric city car or a practical seven-seat petrol-powered people carrier
Gowan motors chief takes dim view of stalled new-car supply
Interview: ‘No heads have rolled. Someone got it wrong,’ says dismayed company boss Mick Dwan
Irish motorists fell out of love with Fiat – John Saunders thinks he can change that
Fiat, Alfa Romeo and Jeep have a new distributor. Is it the start of an Italian renaissance?
Toyota's surprise reveal of its electric car lineup that’s coming our way
Presentation in Tokyo aims to deflect accusations of electric car delays
Gowan Group completes acquisition of FCA Ireland
Transaction includes distribution of Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep and Fiat Professional in Ireland
Citroen Ami is more electric appliance than car but it’s ideal urban transport
The cabin is basically a plastic bucket and every bit as noisy, but it’s drier than a bike, safer than a scooter, and nicer than taking a taxi
Slinky French DS 4 impresses on home turf – but what about in Ireland?
Comfort and style top DS’s agenda. The question now is whether Irish buyers will take note
Munich Motor Show: Renault’s new all-electric Megane crossover
Irish buyers will get their chance to buy an all-electric Megane in the second half of next year
Opel Grandland: Does some rhinoplasty put it ahead by a nose?
Grandland is restyled inside and out, but can it rise above its predecessor’s average status?
UK Vauxhall factory to receive £100m investment to produce EVs
Move secures future of of Ellesmere Port factory in northwest of country
Man accused in Lunney trial disputes link to phone number allegedly used during attack
Prosecution claims it has linked number to man through pizza order, holiday booking
Gear shift: Irish car buyers now demanding more luxury
Luxury brands are popular but we also want more high-end features from ‘regular’ carmakers
Citroën gears up for a new Irish market assault
Can the French brand find a road to success across the luxury and affordable markets?
Small battery, big load – Opel’s Vivaro-e gives ‘van-man’ a plug
With only a 200km range, can Opel’s new electric van cross the country with ease?
Semiconductor chip shortage halts car production
Car firms say global shortage concerns whole motor industry ‘and affects all our production sites’
Motor trade sees 48,188 new cars registered this year despite lockdown
New car sales in first quarter down just 3.2% on last year; registration of used imports up 5.5%
Toyota up-sizes the dinky Aygo into a crossover
Aygo X Prologue concept previews Toyota’s next (last?) small petrol model
Citroën C4: Delivers comfort and practicality with smart styling touches
First drive: Remarkably restrained but overall ride felt firmer than expected
Fiat’s electric 500 ‘leaves German premium cars sitting at the lights’
First drive: Fiat has gone retro with this foray into the all-electric world
Toyota Yaris named Europe’s Car of the Year 2021
Supermini’s victory partly down to rave reviews for its rally-inspired GR version
Maughan family group bought Irish Opel franchise for €9.5m
Group will own 10% share of new car market after it regains control of Citroën
Driver who crossed to wrong side of road 20 times jailed for three years
Motorist (30) also given 20-year driving ban for drunken-driving escapade in west Cork
Renault to revive its famous 5 supermini as it lays out cost-cutting plan
New boss of French car company plans leaner, electric future
Mitsubishi leaves, with a legacy of broken electric dreams behind it
Japanese car brand departs Irish market in 2021, but will owners be tempted by return of MG?
Peugeot e-2008: Disappointing battery range overshadows beautiful design
New SUV looks the part but underperforming battery may spook potential buyers
Cupra Formentor: Fun car with good space and stylish touches but price is a hurdle
The chef who cooked up Cupra strategy has been shown to have recipe for success in past
Citroen Berlingo a worthy candidate to inherit mantle from 2CV
French offering is a practical family car that maximises space and value for money
Citroën’s Irish distributor to relinquish contract
IM Group is handing back the Irish distribution rights from next April
Is now the time for businesses to invest in electric vehicles?
Dublin distributor Harris advises companies to at least think about the future-proofing
The Irish Times guide to new electric cars for 2020 and 2021
From the Audi e-Tron to Volvo XC40 P8, via Nissan and Tesla, we rate a full 36 models
EU concerns on Fiat-PSA deal may require concessions
Commission concerned at dominance of small van sector by parties in €44bn merger
Opel Corsa: French takeover helps German supermini reach new heights
New Corsa’s roominess and cabin silence help it stand out among tough opposition
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