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Motors Focus Special Report
The four-part weekly series will look at all aspects of the Irish motor industry from the effect of the pandemic on car sales to whether online sales are now the future, or if a physical salesroom is still necessary so consumers can test a car before buying. It examines the EV and hybrid market and whether sales have increased substantially in line with targets, and what consumers of all age groups are looking for in a car.
Infrastructure key to electric vehicle changeover
‘It is vital that the Government provides ambitious State funding for the EV project’
What will Irish roads look like in 2030?
Electric power is here, and growing, but it may not be the be-all and end-all
To own or not to own: traditional car ownership under growing pressure
Autonomous mobility solutions predicted to disrupt traditional model in coming decade
Renewing our national fleet can cut emissions and meet our climate targets
While traditional engine types are still in the majority, there is an acceleration towards newer technologies in the new car market
Changes in vehicle ownership trends among Gen Z due to pandemic
83 per cent of 18-24 year olds say pandemic encouraged them to learn to drive
Gear shift: Irish car buyers now demanding more luxury
Luxury brands are popular but we also want more high-end features from ‘regular’ carmakers
Practicality over image tends to be the order of the day for the mature car market
Comfort, reliability, ease of access and safety for loved ones are some of the factors considered by older buyers
When choosing a family car, ‘USB ports are the new cup holders’
Child safety, entertainment systems and practicality are among key considerations
For low-emissions driving the fully-electric car is the gold standard
Questions customers should consider when looking at electric or plug-in choices include mileage, driving conditions and access to charging facilities
Has Covid-19 affected electric car sales in Ireland?
If anything, pandemic recovery seems to be accelerating EV sales
Ireland has a target of 1m electric vehicles by 2030, but the sums don’t add up
As new car sales increase post-pandemic, the absolute number of EVs and hybrids on Irish roads is expected to soar in the coming years
The big switch: How Irish drivers are changing to electric and hybrid power
Four owners tell us why they’ve swapped their fuel-burning cars for greener models
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