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Volvo EX60 first drive: The Swedes take the fight to the Germans
With long range, impressive tech and a sharp chassis, Volvo’s latest electric SUV is no polite Nordic observer
Skoda’s new Epiq majors on space and price
New Epiq majors on practicality, and the big-battery version has impressive range — but how much will it cost?
Will the Chinese brands roll over the big premium players? It could go one of two ways
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Hiring a car abroad: Here’s how to avoid any nasty surprises this summer
Two in five Irish holidaymakers who rented vehicles overseas last year had problems
Two in five of us had problems with holiday car-hire last year, says watchdog
Consumers urged to check reviews, read rental agreements and shop around for the right service
Jeep Avenger 4xe proves small off-roaders with genuine grit still matter
Wrong turn into Wicklow mountains reveals best and worst aspects of Jeep’s smallest SUV
Jaguar names its make-or-break electric super saloon
The Type 01 will spearhead Jag’s reinvention as an exclusive, all-electric brand. But is the wider world ready for it?
Volvo told me not to fully charge my new EV due to fault – what now?
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Denza ramps up BYD’s premium ambitions in Europe
Chinese luxury brand’s first Euro car will be an 870hp Porsche rival
‘Punished for being a good citizen’: The EV charging battle facing some Dublin homeowners
Tens of thousands of period homes in Dublin have no driveway where they can park their car off-street and charge on private property
Cupra Born again – sporty version gives GTI performance for a saving
Revised Born isn’t wildly different, but the high-performance VZ offers a tantalising blend of performance and low running costs
How should I replace a 26-year-old diesel ‘jeep’?
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Mercedes’ new CLA EV arrives in Ireland with big range and bigger questions
CLA’s range seems to hold up in Irish conditions, and it now charges properly, but what’s happened to the quality?
EV sales surge 110% in April amid fuel protests and rising pump prices
Plug-in cars now account for over a third of new registrations in Ireland
Hyundai Ioniq 6 shows how to build a better EV – but buyers aren’t convinced
Return to saloon format delivers range and value – but buyers still prefer height, heft and familiarity
DS moves up a gear in its bid to pit French luxury against dominant German cars
Rebrand combined with a variety of new and revised models ought to lift marque’s modest fortunes in Ireland
Here are the cars worth importing from the UK to Ireland in 2026
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How a cargo bike can save you a fortune in motoring costs
A cargo bike is cheaper to run than a car and can be faster on short trips to school and shops
Kia PV5 is adorable, agile, keenly priced and even fun. Not bad for a van
New electric PV5 is a van with seats, but also so much more than that
In-car recording systems: The spy in the cab is fast becoming standard equipment
New in-car recording systems are designed to help provide real-world safety data, but there are significant privacy concerns
Can an EV replace a VW Golf GTD estate?
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One in 15 vehicles in Ireland is uninsured, says industry as it seeks new policing method
Insurers call for introduction of continuous vehicle coverage
Which small used automatic car is best for a learner driver?
Practical advice on your motoring queries, from buying, selling or issues you have with your current car
Motor insurance premium cost increase not due to crash repair costs alone
Suggestion that motor insurance sector lacks transparency does not reflect current framework
Toyota’s new RAV4 is selling out, which is not much of a surprise
Styling that’s more striking, new long-range PHEVs, plus a properly sporty version. Is the new RAV4 the ideal family SUV now?
‘EVs have been sold in Ireland as vehicles that need no maintenance – and people believe that’
David Corbally, owner of Service Stop, explains the problems electric cars face and why he believes EV grant policies need to change
New BMW iX3 proves there’s life and joy in electric driving
With standout handling, rapid charging and real-world range, this is the EV that feels most like a BMW
Which is the best robot car to buy?
Practical advice on your motoring queries, from buying, selling or issues you have with your current car
Retail sales contract ahead of incoming Gulf-related price shock
Energy price shock from attacks on Iran will feed through in next month’s figures and is expected to put renewed pressure on household budgets
RSA to arrange new driving tests for learners turned away over insurance doubts
More than 1,200 people in last two weeks prevented from doing driving tests because they couldn’t provide proof of insurance
VW’s stormy ID.3 shows why nostalgia matters
Silly paint and stick-on bits for the Fire + Ice model, but there’s something important lurking under the surface
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