The Irish Times

Mini testing its new EV in the Arctic Circle

New electric Mini will be made in China, and be smaller than the current hatchback

Wed Mar 30 2022 - 01:00

Volvo’s electric C40 is an expensive conundrum

The C40 has so much going for it, but it’s a perplexing car

Wed Mar 23 2022 - 07:05

The car of the future will be more about software than hardware

Volkswagen aims to simplify, speed up and revolutionise development of new cars

Wed Mar 23 2022 - 06:05

Tyre tester for the day: How do you create a new tyre?

Continental has spent five years creating the SportContact7 - testing it on the track was in order

Wed Mar 16 2022 - 07:15

War in Ukraine hits car factories and electric car production

Ford, VW and BMW among manufacturers to slow production amid conflict

Thu Mar 03 2022 - 14:12

Craig Breen overcomes tragedy to lead Ford’s rally fightback

Waterford’s Craig Breen has faced more than a few difficulties in his rallying career, but he’s Ford’s de-facto Number One as the rally circus heads to Sweden

Thu Feb 24 2022 - 09:45

Skoda’s new Fabia is very ordinary – that’s something to celebrate

In a world of over-styled and over-marketed cars, the Fabia is wonderfully refreshing

Wed Feb 23 2022 - 08:30

Has Ford lost its focus in Europe as sales of its heavy hitters fall?

The Focus and Fiesta could be chopped as they suffer an identity crisis in electric era

Wed Feb 02 2022 - 05:59

BMW brings electric power to classic Minis

Electric ‘restomods’ will be factory-approved and individually numbered

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 10:14

Audi’s e-tron Quattro S: A maddeningly desirable car, but mainly just maddening

Sporty electric SUV is wonderful in isolation, but doesn’t make sense in the wider world

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 08:19

Could pickups become more popular than SUVs in Europe?

As Tesla delays Cybertruck production, will electric power change our view on trucks?

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 05:56

Merc’s electric GLB and Suzuki’s estate car reach Ireland

New battery SUV and a hybrid estate go on sale

Thu Jan 20 2022 - 16:41

Ford’s Mustang Mach-E proves batteries can be fun

Agile handling for Ford’s new electric SUV, but it’s messy in some areas

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 07:05

BMW shows off a colour-changing car in Las Vegas

Electric iX gets experimental paintwork, as well as a high-power 619hp M60 version

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 06:00

How much range will your electric vehicle lose in cold weather?

Winter slows chemical processes in batteries. How can you keep your car going?

Wed Jan 05 2022 - 06:45

Q&A: What is a PCP, and should I use one to buy a car?

PCP deals look tempting, but make sure to read the fine print

Wed Jan 05 2022 - 06:15

And the winner of the Irish Times car of the year is...

It was a very tight race between two Koreans and a French entry

Wed Dec 22 2021 - 07:00

The Irish Times car buyer’s guide for 2022: Electric cars, hybrids, crossovers and SUVs

The new car market is reshaping utterly. These are our picks of the most popular types of vehicle

Wed Dec 15 2021 - 06:00

Max Verstappen interview: ‘Don’t expect any changes’

Combative Dutch driver says winning the F1 world title hasn’t changed his outlook

Mon Dec 13 2021 - 16:06

Tesla Model 3 Performance: It’s flawed, but this is an addictive electric vehicle

The new Model 3 remains a convincing electric sports saloon

Wed Dec 08 2021 - 07:05