Toyota Corolla at 60: How the humble car became embedded in Irish culture
More than 57 million buyers have rewarded the Corolla’s practical virtues and dependability
Motors
Stories related to cars and motors
Greenhorns: Frank McNally on learner drivers and impatient motorists who honk too much
Until the time comes when autonomous cars make horns redundant, I’ve two ideas for cutting out the klaxon
Road toll increases a tax on ‘getting to work’, Dáil hears
Sinn Féin transport spokesman Pa Daly argues Darragh O’Brien was against such hikes during last general election
How to save on car insurance: Actuaries reveal 10 insider secrets
Understanding insurers could get you a cheaper quote
Toyota Rav4 PHEV review: Hail the new plug-in market lead
The family SUV has come a long way from its compact beginnings, but Toyota’s latest plug-in hybrid makes a convincing case for its transformation
How common are car fires?
Advice on your motoring queries, from buying and selling to issues with your current car
AI agents in car dealerships: No time off and they work out how quickly a vehicle will sell
Irish dealers are embracing the time benefits that come with deploying AI agents
Lexus adds six-seat TZ flagship to its Irish range along with major upgrades to NX
All-electric TZ due in April at €92,790, following revised plug-in hybrid NX in March
Skoda’s Superb remains true to its name – but for how much longer?
Plug-in hybrid update makes for a flexible saloon, but the Superb’s days may be numbered
Chinese car brand Geely Auto confirms entry to Irish market early next year
Geely Auto will start sales in Ireland early next year with three new models
What’s the best small car for new drivers? With options for under €10,000
Advice on your motoring queries, from buying and selling to issues with your current car
BMW i3 first drive: Have they kept the joy of driving alive?
New EV promises extraordinary range and cutting-edge tech, but can it live up to what made the 3 Series famous?
Am I charging my PHEV battery all wrong?
Advice on your motoring queries, from buying and selling to issues with your current car
Mazda 6e review: A lot of car, but is it missing a little Mazda magic?
Beautiful styling, a premium interior and a tempting price make the new 6e an attractive family EV but the driving experience doesn’t entirely convince
Polestar’s more conventional 4 SUV is its most satisfying car yet
Stylish, fun, roomy, and now with rear glass too
Smaller cars a simple solution to congestion issues
No need for large SUVs and crossovers in our cities
Car size isn’t everything
Compared to the original Citroën 2CV, today’s cars are bigger, heavier, more powerful – and more wasteful
Chinese cars in Ireland: Here’s our rundown of each brand and what it sells
With an ever-expanding roster of Chinese brands entering the Irish car market, here’s our rundown of each one and what it sells
Peugeot E-308 review: Who needs an SUV when hatchbacks are this good?
With sharper styling, more electric range and engaging handling, the updated Peugeot E-308 makes a persuasive case for ditching the SUV habit
What’s the best EV for low mileage?
Practical advice on your motoring queries, from buying, selling or issues you have with your current car
Irish motor-claim costs up 10% as inflation drives damage expenses
Benefits of insurance reform being ‘eroded by excessive legal costs’, says industry group
What are telematics policies, and how can they knock thousands off motor insurance costs?
Telematics policies use technology to track a driver’s habits through a small device or app
Paris Motor Show 2026: Europe comes out swinging against China
European brands flex their styling muscles in Paris, but is China still ahead on tech?
BYD’s plug-in hybrid delivers impressive range but disappointing road manners
Timely PHEV supermini promises up to 105km of electric driving, but its ride, steering and refinement disappoint
Which EVs won’t make me feel carsick?
Practical advice on your motoring queries, from buying and selling to issues with your current car
Peugeot’s electric E-208 GTi proves that fun still lives. This is a real 1980s throwback
Electric cars don’t have to be dull and Peugeot’s hot hatch proves it
First look at Jaguar Type 01: Can this 1,030hp electric car save the brand?
It has taken five years to design and two years to hype, but will Jag’s electric reinvention take root?
Mercedes GLC review: A brilliant electric SUV that tries far too hard to get noticed
This is one of the most refined electric SUVs, so why dress it up like a newcomer desperate to make an impression?
Best used electric estates: what should replace my diesel Mazda6?
Practical advice on your motoring queries, from buying, selling or issues you have with your current car
Audi’s new Q7 is diesel-only until next year
Big new SUV is properly in-your-face, but there’s a better option if you don’t need the seven seats…
Car dealer and salesman convicted over ‘spiced up’ written-off vehicles
Buyer’s insurance company notified him a vehicle he bought for €11,500 was a recorded write-off following a crash in 2023
Range Rover Sport goes electric without losing its appetite for performance
The new electric Sport offers 609km of range, 350kW charging and 550PS, but a brief first drive raises questions about its firm ride
Volkswagen ID.Polo first drive: The Germans remember how to make a VW
After missteps with the first generation of ID cars, Volkswagen goes back to basics with an electric Polo that majors on space, comfort and the fundamentals of driving
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