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Latest motoring news for Ireland, new car model updates, new car launches and industry stories that matter to everyday drivers in Ireland.
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JAGUAR ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH DUBLIN GALLERY WEEKEND TO CELEBRATE THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED LAUNCH OF TYPE 01
Jaguar has announced a new partnership with Dublin Gallery Weekend 2026, Ireland’s biggest celebration of contemporary art, presented by the Contemporary Art Gallery Association (CAGA). Taking place from Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 November 2026, DublinGallery Weekend brings together Ireland’s most dynamic artists and galleries for four days of contemporary visual art across the capital. The 2026…
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LEAPMOTOR IRELAND PARTNERS WITH ENERGIA AND OHME TO OFFER A FREE HOME EV CHARGER WITH EVERY NEW LEAPMOTOR
Leapmotor Ireland has partnered with Energia and Ohme to offer every new Leapmotor customer a free Ohme ePod smart home charger, including standard installation, when they sign up to an Energia EV Smart electricity tariff. The offer applies to new Leapmotor registrations made between 9th October 2026 and 28th February 2027 and forms a central part of…
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The first-ever BMW iX4, and MINI Untamed Edition revealed.
The First-ever BMW iX4. Introducing the MINI Countryman Untamed Edition. • New MINI Countryman Untamed Edition combines rugged, adventure-ready design with enhanced off-road capabilities. • Edition-exclusive Nomad Blue and Hideaway Grey paint finishes are joined by 19” Untamed Edition Spoke alloy wheels and optional all-terrain tyres for S and SE models. • Available in Ireland…
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Jeep confirms its European Roadmap to 2030: up to 6 models, multi-energy, multi-platforms, and the return of an icon such as Renegade.
Paris, 12 October 2026 – At the Paris Motor Show, Xavier Peugeot, Head of Jeep Brand Europe, outlined the next steps for the brand, combining a strong product plan to expand its European line-up with a vision for the future. Jeep Renegade is coming back Jeep Renegade is back, reclaiming a key position in the brand’s…
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OPEL REVEALS STX CONCEPT: VISIONARY STUDY SHOWS THE ESTATE DESIGN OF TOMORROW
With the STX Concept, Opel presents a vision for future estate cars at the Paris Motor Show. Bolder, purer, even more emotional: New Opel Vizor lighting signature with lamella light animations and even more prominent vertical Opel Compass and illuminated emblem plus clean, downward-sloping rear. Pure efficiency: Intelligent aerodynamic solutions with extendable diffuser elements and…
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JAGUAR TYPE 01: A NEW ERA BEGINS
A four-door GT like no other Jaguar Type 01 is the first of a new era. A luxury four-door GT that looks and drives like no other electric car. A copy of nothing. Type 01 is the first Jaguar production car born under the exuberant modernist creative philosophy. Low, with a long bonnet, sleek silhouette…
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Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is Jeremy Clarkson’s ‘Car of the Year’ in News UK Motor Awards 2026
Jeremy Clarkson, Sunday Times columnist, announced the 911 GT3 Touring as his ‘Car of the Year’ at the annual News UK Motor Awards last night“It’s not just a sports car. It’s the best sports car I’ve ever driven.”First time Jeremy has chosen a Porsche as his coveted ‘Car of the Year’ – award was presented…
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BYD EXTENDS EV & HYBRID MODEL RANGE WITH TWO NEW ARRIVALS:
BYD ATTO 3 EVO and BYD ATTO 2 Super Hybrid Motor Distributors Limited has added to its eight-strong BYD model range which is available through its nationwide network of 17 dealers. Making its debut is the all-new BYD ATTO 2 Super Hybrid, the fourth BYD hybrid to launch in Ireland. Joining it is the all-electric…
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New Range Rover Sport Electric is tuned to reward those who relish every drive. Stiffer body and lower centre of gravity than PHEV models, and faster torque response than Range Rover Electric § Two 260kW motors provide up to 550PS and 850Nm of torque – the most torque of any Range Rover Sport – and power…
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The new BMW 3 Series Arrives In Ireland This Autumn With A Choice Of Petrol Engines Or As An EV.
For more than 50 years, the BMW 3 Series has combined benchmark driving dynamics, everyday usability and distinctive design. More than 18 million examples have been sold worldwide since 1975, making it the most successful model in the history of the BMW brand. Now in its eighth generation, it brings the design and technologies of…