Skoda’s sporty Elroq RS neatly mixes pace and practicality
More power and four-wheel drive make the Elroq even more appealing, if rather pricey
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New car owners increasingly opting for electric or hybrid over petrol or diesel
Petrol and diesel cars accounted for just 44% of new private cars licensed from January to May, down from 56% last year
You’d be genuinely mad to buy an SUV unless you need it - just look at latest climate and safety figures
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Popularity of electric and hybrid cars surge
Combined share of petrol and diesel cars among new private cars licensed so far this has fallen from 51% to 42%
Ferrari sold five cars in Ireland last year, Alfa Romeo sold 43. How do these brands survive?
Several brands in the State sold fewer than 100 new cars last year. What does the future hold for them?
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EV sales up 25% despite overall decline in new car sales
Tesla sales in Ireland rise 31% despite declines in other European Markets
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What’s the best EV for a 400km round trip without stopping and charging?
Helping to separate electric vehicle myths from facts, we’re here to answer all your EV questions
With a glut of electric cars on sale for under €30,000, will Irish people make the switch?
More EV models are coming on stream across the price range but charging infrastructure remains a concern for motorists
What should I buy in 2025 if I need … a car for regular longer drives?
It’s time to start picking our best buys from the current crop of cars on the market
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