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Nissan Leaf gets approval for vehicle-to-grid use in Germany

Nissan Leaf gets approval for vehicle-to-grid use in Germany

Leaf is the first electric vehicle to qualify as a backstop for the German power grid

BMW recalls 10,384 Irish cars as part of 1.6m recall over potential fire hazard

BMW recalls 10,384 Irish cars as part of 1.6m recall over potential fire hazard

Most diesel versions of 3 Series and 5 Series diesels built between 2014 and 2016 affected

Can the traditional car dealership survive?

Can the traditional car dealership survive?

Will the current ‘plate-glass’ model be superseded by shopping centre outlets?

Mercedes-Benz increasing its electric fleet but still sees a future for diesel

Mercedes-Benz increasing its electric fleet but still sees a future for diesel

Mercedes boss: Diesel debate based on political interests rather than solid arguments

Next generation Porsche 911 is on the way – we went for an early drive

Next generation Porsche 911 is on the way – we went for an early drive

New Carrera gearbox is the real talking point in the future-proofed sports car

Germany recalls 100,000 Opel cars in diesel investigation

Germany recalls 100,000 Opel cars in diesel investigation

Move comes hours after carmaker’s headquarters is raided by authorities

James Murdoch has become the favourite to succeed Elon Musk as the chairman of Tesla, which has to replace the electric carmaker’s founder in the role by the middle of next month

James Murdoch in line to replace Elon Musk as Tesla chair

Outgoing Fox CEO has signalled willingness to accept post following SEC settlement

Having a Dacia in the driveway during the recession suggested you were sensible with your spending

Dacia’s refined Duster keeps its cost-conscious roots

Starting at just over €17,000, it’s hard to argue with it as a rival for many family cars

The Jaguar i-Pace is fast, fun, sure-footed, and intriguing to look at

It’s electric: Jaguar’s I-Pace surges ahead of Tesla

First all-electric Jaguar is more impressive than its US rival, but small concerns remain

The issue in question came to light while gardaí were being trained on roadside drug-driving tests using impairment tests and new drug-driving test kits. Photograph: John Giles/PA Wiredrink

End to roadside test loophole for driver samples

Department of Transport says Act will correct the impairment test error from October 26th

The announcement comes as the company confirms its pricing for the new 3 Series, launched at the Paris motor show last week. Prices start at €43,700 for a 318d SE model

BMW cuts its Irish prices by an average of 5.1%

Prices fall on BMWs and Minis amid ongoing pressure from weaker sterling

“Fully automated vehicles that can own the driving task from A to B, with no need for driver involvement whatsoever, won’t be available for many years to come,” said Matthew Avery of Thatcham research. “Until then, drivers remain criminally liable for the safe use of their cars.” Photograph: Concept 26

Calling cars ‘self-driving’ is dangerous, say researchers

Volvo says you can sleep behind the wheel by 2021, but ‘ autonomous’ systems are not flawless

A new 1 per cent surcharge on the Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) charged on all new diesel cars has been introduced in the Budget. It was the only move against diesel, contrary to expectations that excise duty may be increased on the fuel

Budget 2019: New and imported diesel cars hit with 1% surcharge on VRT

VRT relief on hybrid vehicles extended to end of 2019

The ruling came after a case taken by German environment lobby group DUH. Photograph: Getty

Berlin told to ban 200,000 diesel vehicles from city centre

Hamburg has already imposed bans and Frankfurt and Stuttgart to follow

VW’s UK sales were down by 55% in September, and by 62% in the same period in Germany

New emissions rules trigger very large fall in new car sales

Volkswagen has 33% fall in Irish sales, compared to total market fall of 17%

BMW chief Harald Krüger at the Paris Motor Show on Tuesday. ‘If there is no solution, then there will only be losers on both sides,’ he said. Photograph: Marlene Awaad/Bloomberg

Motoring bosses prepare for a quick getaway in event of no-deal Brexit

BMW, Toyota and PSA Group mulling temporary plant closures to minimise disruption

Road Test

The Jaguar i-Pace is fast, fun, sure-footed, and intriguing to look at

It’s electric: Jaguar’s I-Pace surges ahead of Tesla

Motors
Neil Briscoe
October 10, 2018, 04:15

First all-electric Jaguar is more impressive than its US rival, but small concerns remain

Having a Dacia in the driveway during the recession suggested you were sensible with your spending

Dacia’s refined Duster keeps its cost-conscious roots

Motors
Michael McAleer
October 10, 2018, 04:10

Starting at just over €17,000, it’s hard to argue with it as a rival for many family cars

The Urus costs £165,000 (€186,000) in the UK, and that’s before you even glance at the options list.

Lamborghini revs up to SUV success with the Urus

Motors
Michael McAleer
October 3, 2018, 05:45

Pin-point accurate steering, cornering and powerful engine make for a beguiling package

The Mini just zips along, with a sweet personality and an appetite for fun

Mini Cooper S review: ‘go-kart feel’ provides endless driving fun

Motors
Neil Briscoe
September 12, 2018, 04:15

Not everyone will care for new Union Jack brake lights, but revised Mini is a true gem

“The Fiesta ST gets better the quicker you go and the harder the questions you ask of it.”

Ford’s third-generation Fiesta ST: King of the (back) road

Motors
Neil Briscoe
September 5, 2018, 03:14

Road test: Fiesta ST still the sweetest small hot hatch but by slimmer margin

The new BMW X4 xDrive M40d

BMW X4: How can this coupe SUV feel so wrong but still feel so right?

Motors
Michael McAleer
August 29, 2018, 03:03

It’s styled like your obese uncle squeezed into spandex, but the new X4 drives like Jagger

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Nissan Leaf gets approval for vehicle-to-grid use in Germany

October 23, 2018, 16:07

Leaf is the first electric vehicle to qualify as a backstop for the German power grid

BMW recalls 10,384 Irish cars as part of 1.6m recall over potential fire hazard

Michael McAleer
October 23, 2018, 09:46

Most diesel versions of 3 Series and 5 Series diesels built between 2014 and 2016 affected

Germany recalls 100,000 Opel cars in diesel investigation

Patrick McGee
October 15, 2018, 16:55

Move comes hours after carmaker’s headquarters is raided by authorities

James Murdoch in line to replace Elon Musk as Tesla chair

October 10, 2018, 18:51

Outgoing Fox CEO has signalled willingness to accept post following SEC settlement

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