Tag: 2026
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Citroen C3 Aircross Hybrid vs EV: We drove both-Here’s Which One To Buy?
Road Tested By Hugh Maguire. Price: C3 Aircross hybrid 5-seat €29,390 e-C3 Aircross EV 5-seat €28,452 after grants. Pros: Some cheap plastic trim on the doors and centre console. Tyre roar on course tarmac. Basic…
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Volvo ES90. A New Benchmark For Electric Luxury?
Road Tested by Hugh Maguire. Price: €102,595 Pros: Supremely Comfortable. A high quality premium interior. Excellent levels of standard equipment. Cons: Not an involving driving experience. EV efficiency not as good as some rivals. The price! The new ES90 is Volvos’s answer to premium EV’s such as the BMW i5, Audi e-tron, or Mercedes EQE to name…
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FIAT IRELAND INTRODUCE 600 SPORT, PETROL POWERTRAIN, AND SPECIFICATION REVISIONS ACROSS RANGE
Fiat Ireland is expanding its 600model range with a Fiat 600 Petrol manual transmission, the addition of the 600 Sport and revised specifications throughout the current 600 line-up. The introduction of these new model variants reinforces FIAT’s commitment to offering accessible mobility for all, with solutions that adapt to different lifestyles and expectations. 600 Sport The…
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BMW announce new X5 and it comes with hydrogen power!
The original BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) enters a new era with the all-new fifth-generation BMW X5, fusing a bold new design with the future-focused technologies of the Neue Klasse. The BMW X5 has consistently set industry benchmarks since its launch in 1999 and this latest iteration continues that legacy as the first BMW model…
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New research findings from Ford prove that the Ford Ranger Plug-In Hybrid’s Pro Power Onboard function can provide a cleaner, cheaper and more practical alternative to a traditional petrol generator for many commercial customers.
For Irish tradespeople and farmers, this could be a gamechanger. Pro Power Onboard removes the need for a separate generator and fuel cans, freeing up valuable load space and payload while cutting fuel costs, reducing administration and lowering theft risk. Traditional Generator vs Pro Power Onboard In a series of controlled tests conducted at Ford’s engineering facilities…
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LEAPMOTOR IRELAND ANNOUNCES ‘NEXT LEVEL’ PRICING FOR NEW B05 HATCHBACK
Leapmotor Ireland is proud to announce the official list-price and comprehensive specification of its highly anticipated Leapmotor B05 C-Hatchback. Arriving on Irish forecourts next month, B05 is positioned to become one of the best-value electric hatchbacks on the market. Joining Leapmotor Ireland’s rapidly expanding EV lineup, alongside the T03 city car, B10 SUV, and C10…
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Jeep Avenger 4xe: Great Idea But Is It Worth It?
Road tested by Hugh Maguire. Price: Avenger 4xe from €39,995 Pros: Actually quite capable off-road. Flexible practical interior. Reasonable amount of standard equipment. Cons: Not as economical as I expected. Cramped in the rear seats. Smaller boot than FWD models. Quite a lot of cheap looking hard plastics inside. The Jeep brand is famous for…
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Land Rover Defender Trophy Review: Can A Plug-In-Hybrid Still Be A True Defender?
Road tested by Hugh Maguire. Price: Defender Trophy €130,300 Pros: Almost unbeatable off-road ability Feels Special and distinctive Clever tech. Cons: Not so frugal if you can’t plug-in consistently. Quite a small battery only range. Small loss of boot space due battery. The name Land Rover Defender refers to one of the most iconic off-road vehicles…
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BMW’s electric 3 Series, the i3 will arrive in Ireland this autumn. Prices just announced.
• An early opportunity to order the BMW i3 50 xDrive ahead of its official market launch.• Based on the M Sport model, the First Edition brings an enhanced level of standard equipment including BMW Iconic Glow, the BMW 3D Head-Up Display and AC Charging Professional – up to 22 kW AC. • From today,…
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Fast Movers Can Save Big on Nissan EVs with New ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme
EV buyers can save up to €12,500 on the cost of buying a brand-new Nissan Ariya if they move quickly to cash in on the Government’s new ‘ICE2EV’ scrappage scheme when it opens for applications on 1st July. Drivers with petrol or diesel cars registered in 2013 or earlier automatically qualify for the new scrappage scheme, which is…