Cedar automotive group acquired by Salvador Caetano

The Cedar Group, one of Ireland’s largest motor distributors and retailers, has been acquired by the Salvador Caetano Group which...
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Ohme appoints new commercial operations manager for Ireland

Electric vehicle charging solutions provider, Ohme has appointed Martin Gray as its new commercial operations manager for the UK and...
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Cavanaghs of Mallow joins Suzuki dealer network

Suzuki has welcomed Cavanaghs of Mallow as a new retail partner in Ireland, bringing the total number of partners to...
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Circle K partners with Pieta and PIPS

Circle K has announced a new three-year charity partnership with suicide and self-harm prevention charity, Pieta. The partnership will see...
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Mercedes-Benz CLA is European Car of the Year for 2026

The Mercedes-Benz CLA has today been named European Car of the Year 2026. It is the first time a Mercedes-Benz...
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Kia EV2 to arrive this spring

Kia has revealed the EV2, the brand's most compact and accessible electric car yet. Set to arrive in Ireland this...
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