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Buying too much car can lead to big money problems. Here’s how to avoid them
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Opel Frontera aims downmarket for a clash with Dacia
New Frontera is a potential Jogger rival with electric or hybrid choices
My verdict – and votes – on the seven finalists for Europe’s Car of the Year
From bargain SUVs to cutting-edge EVs, here’s how they ranked – and why one stood apart
There will be more electric cars on Irish roads this year, along with more affordable models
We’ll see more shifts to agency sales in 2026, and battery power will continue to expand beyond its urban roots, but the jury’s still out on HVOs
IVF centre receives advertising complaint for claims of ‘20,000 babies born’
‘Luck of the Irish’ betting catchline criticism upheld by advertising watchdog in latest complaint report
Best cars to buy in 2026: Standout models and overall best buy
A late arrival steals the show in a year that’s seen a huge fleet of new models - and brands - arriving on the market
Best cars to buy in 2026 for downsizers and driving enthusiasts
In the last of our series, we offer our choice for those wishing to downsize, plus for those who simply love to drive
Best cars to buy in 2026: First-time EVs, seven seaters and long-distance drives
In the latest part of our series of top picks, we offer up our choice of cars for rural and family buyers
Dacia Hipster an early bet for EU’s new small affordable car scheme
Hipster concept seats four or you can carry a washing machine in the back
What’s driving up the cost of car insurance in Ireland?
There are steps to take to reduce your premium even as new tech increases prices
Leap for joy? Or dive for cover? Leapmotor’s ultra-affordable models arrive in Ireland
The tiny T03 wants to take on the Dacia Spring, but the big C10 SUV has more premium targets in mind
Two online influencers found in breach of advertising standards over product posts
They should have been clearer over online messages being advertisements, says watchdog
In an impressive leap forward there’s a faint sense of Jeep to the new Dacia Duster hybrid
Restyled Duster offers a frugal 1.6-litre engine but prompts some quality concerns
Dacia’s boss wants to move upmarket, but without a big shift in prices
The Bigster SUV breaks new commercial ground for Dacia, but Denis Le Vot wants to ensure that the brand sticks to its affordable roots
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