Press Releases
Press release material curated for readers new model announcements and brand updates in one place for all kinds of cars in Ireland.
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Kia Announce launch of a new people carrier and their first electric van.
Today, Kia Ireland launched the PV5 Cargo and Passenger models to Irish motoring media at an event in Dublin. The PV5 is Kia’s first model to launch under the company’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) strategy, and first vehicles have now arrived in dealerships. Designed to redefine the concepts of space and mobility, the PV5 will leverage Kia’s world-leading EV technology and fulfil the diverse…
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Leapmotor launch new B10, aiming to be the best value compact SUV,EV on the Irish market.
Leapmotor marked the official launch of its new B10 mid-sized SUV in the Irish market, at a press launch in Gowan Auto’s Distribution Centre in Citywest, on Tuesday January 20th, 2026. Arriving on Leapmotor dealer forecourts this month the new B10 represents Leapmotor’s step into the all-important compact SUV market in Ireland. Two trims are…
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Nissan Announce Irish Pricing Of New Leaf.
Nissan has set its sights on being the number one EV brand in Ireland with the return of the all-new Nissan LEAF which lands on showroom floors in the coming weeks with a starting price of just €34,995. Nissan dealers are now taking pre-orders and booking test drives for the sleek new model which has been re-imagined as a crossover with a top range of 622 kilometres and the powerto recover 420…
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Kia launch new EV5 with prices starting at €47,625.
The Kia EV5 has arrived in Ireland and is available to test drive at Kia dealerships nationwide. The EV5 brings electric innovation to the C-SUV segment which is Ireland’s largest vehicle category. Built on the dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) platform, the EV5 combines bold SUV styling, real-world practicality and cutting-edge technology. With a rugged…
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Stylish looking new Polestar 5 performance Grand Tourer pricing announced.
• Polestar 5 performance Grand Tourer on sale now, priced from €130,700 for Polestar 5 Dual motor Launch edition and €145,700 for Polestar 5 Performance Launch edition. • Bespoke Polestar bonded aluminium platform, in-house developed motor and 800V electrical architecture with 650kW and 1,015Nm total output. • Extensive sustainable materials, AndroidTM Automotive OS with Google built-in, high levels of standard equipment,…
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XPENG ACCELERATES GROWTH: SECOND MSL MOTOR GROUP OUTLET OPENS IN DUBLIN XPENG has announced the opening of XPENG North Dublin, operated by MSL Motor Group, and marking the retailer’s second XPENG dealership in Ireland. The appointment follows MSL Motor Groups’ role as the retail launch partner for XPENG in Ireland earlier this year, through its…
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Tesla launches its most affordable model Y in Ireland.
Tesla has today announced the addition of the Model Y Standard to its Irish product line up, replacing the Model Y Rear Wheel Drive. With a range of 505km WLTP Certified, Model Y Standard will be priced from €42,990. With this addition comes an adjustment to the Irish line up as a whole, which will now be the following: o Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive – €49,990 o Long Range All-Wheel Drive – €52,990 …
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MG Motors, Into The West.
MG Motor Ireland is delighted to announce the appointment of Rochford Motors, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo as the newest member of its nationwide dealer network. This expansion marks another important step in MG Motor Ireland’s commitment to making its award-winning range of electric and hybrid vehicles accessible to customers across the country with Rochford Motors now…
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PROMINENT KILDARE MOTOR RETAILER JOINS BYD DEALER NETWORK
One of County Kildare’s renowned motor retailers – Finlay Motor Group – has been appointed by Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) to represent the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand, BYD, in Ireland. Trading as BYD Kildare, and operating from its conveniently located dealership at the M7 Motor Park in Naas, its appointment increases the BYD national…
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Porsche announce all-new Cayenne Electric.
The Cayenne Electric marks the beginning of a new era for Porsche. As a fully electric SUV, it combines Porsche DNA with pioneering technology: up to 850 kW (1,156 PS), 0-62 mph in 2.5 seconds and up to 400 kW charging power4 and up to 398 miles of range. It is the most powerful production Porsche…
