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Journey to World Car of the Year continues at Geneva

The “Top Three in the World” finalists in five award categories have been announced at the Geneva International Motor Show. The announcement continues the countdown

New Peugeot 308 SW arrives

The stylish new Peugeot 308 SW estate, has arrive din Ireland as the company prepares to dispatch the first customer deliveries this month.

142 car sales exceeds all expectations

A total of 4,264 new cars were registered on Tuesday, the first day of the new 142 registration plate, surpassing all expectations. The Society of

Volvo and Autoboland a safe bet for Joseph O’Brien

Volvo is known for producing rugged capable All wheel drive vehicles, so Irish flat racing Jockey Joseph O’Brien, who recently rode Australia to complete the

Blue Print launches range of parts for British vehicles

Blue Print began supplying ‘Japanese Parts for Japanese Cars’ some 26 years ago. Back in 1988, Japanese cars accounted for just a few percent of

Ford top selling brand in combined car and van market

Ford was the top selling brand in the combined car and van market in June that saw overall growth of 5.8 per cent for the

BMW renews partnership with Mondello Park for 2014

BMW Ireland has renewed its partnership with Mondello Park and will once again provide the Kildare venue with Course Vehicles for 2014.

Somora Autobody catalogue out now

Somora Motor Parts’ Autobody catalogue has just been published with approximately 2,000 new parts listed and over 1800 price reductions.

4,000 cars expected to be sold in first week of new 142 plate

Today is the first day of the new ‘142’ registration plate, which means a new registration period for new car sales. Around 4,000 new cars

New Peugeot 108 takes versatility to new level

The all-new Peugeot 108 takes small car versatility to a whole new level. With a raft of enhancements over its predecessor, the popular 107, the

Volkswagen Group dominates What Car? Car of the Year Awards

The Volkswagen Group has dominated the 2016 What Car? Car of the Year Awards, winning eight of 19 ‘best buy’ categories, including the biggest trophy

Aston Martin unveils DB11 at Geneva

A new chapter in Aston Martin’s history began at the 86th International Geneva Motor Show with the unveiling of the DB11. The first product launched

International launch for SsangYong Tivoli XLV

SsangYong Motor Company has launched the new SsangYong XLV to the international media. The carmaker says that the ‘XLV’ comes from “eXciting smart Lifestyle Vehicle”,

Kia Optima Sportswagon revealed

The all-new Kia Optima Sportswagon was today given its global public debut at the 2016 Geneva International Motor Show (86th Salon International de l’Automobile), ahead

Opel set to launch revolutionary new battery electric car

Opel will launch a revolutionary new battery electric car next year, as the German brand continues the biggest, most far-reaching model offensive in its history

Maserati launches first ever SUV at Geneva

Maserati has chosen the 86th Geneva International Motor Show to introduce the first SUV in its hundred-year history: the Levante. As with many Maseratis from

SEAT unveils first SUV model

SEAT has unveiled its first SUV model, a unique combination of distinctive design, dynamic driving fun, urban versatility and compelling utility, according to the marque.

Opel/ / Vauxhall set to revive Viva nameplate

According to a report in Just-Auto, Vauxhall (and presumingly Opel) is planning to revive the famous ‘Viva’ nameplate from this time next year. The report says that

All-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a real star

After more than 25 years in automotive journalism, these days I remember the new models that make a really big impression on me. And I’m not

Ford ambassadors collect 161 cars

Ford Ireland Ambassadors Karen Koster and Kevin Dundon have taken delivery of their 161 registration cars. TV3 presenter and busy mum, Karen is driving the