Figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show Volkswagen was the top-selling car marque for the month of February, selling 1,427 units in the month ahead of Toyota (1,415) and Ford (1,128). Volkswagen had 12.42 per cent of the new car passenger market in February with the Golf remaining their top seller […]
Since launching in Ireland in September last, Renault Finance Ireland has lent over €15 million to both individual and business customers. Currently eight out of ten customers get approved to purchase a new car or van with Renault Finance Ireland. Its arrival also brought 15 jobs to the finance sector. “You get €2,000 discount off […]
With its glistening coastline and preserved historic beauty, Croatia offers a tranquil atmosphere which will allow you to relax and enjoy your holiday, writes Trish Whelan. Concorde Travel have just launched new special offers to Croatia during the Easter holiday period. Departing 1st April 2012, for 7 nights, staying at the 3-star Antuninska Apartments in […]
For a lot of us, press day two of any motor show is catch up time, writes Brian Byrne. Quite often because there’s just too much to see on day one, but also because there are two many crowds around some cars and the general press conference carnival also gets in the way. So now […]
One of the most engaging concepts at Geneva 2012 is arguably the Kia Track’ster (where does that Korean brand find all the orphan apostrophes?), which came to Europe from the brand’s California Design Center, write Trish Whelan and Brian Byrne. You can see the soul of the Soul in part of its makeup, and with […]
This is the true first day of spring for those of us involved with motor cars, write Brian Byrne and Trish Whelan. The Geneva Motor Show is the time when first batch of new models, concepts, and minor model changes get their debuts in Europe, and in many cases the world. Here at the first […]
The 5-door Ibiza supermini (pictured) is now available as a Special Edition, which includes alloy wheels, fog lamps and Bluetooth. It is powered by a 1.2 petrol engine and priced at €13,995, writes Trish Whelan. This special price can be financed through Volkswagen Bank for €179 per month at 4.9% APR. The Leon 1.6 TDI […]
The top 15 positions from the Carrick Rally Round 2 Valvoline Forest Championship are: 1 Craig Breen/Gareth Roberts Ford Fiesta S2000 42.34 00:00 00 2 Garry Jennings/Dave Moynihan Subaru Impreza 45.55045.55:00 00:00 3 Vincent McAree/JP McAree Mitsubishi EVO9 46.52 04446:00 00:00 4 Colin Britton Arthur/Kierans Mitsubishi Evo9 48.31 5 Shay Power/Johnny Rafter Ford Escort Mk11 […]
Within the coming weeks, Mercedes-Benz will introduce the second of three new models planned this year, their new third-generation M-Class sports utility vehicle. The car has been given a more defined, forceful look with new headlamps and grille and centrally mounted three-pointed star. Improvements include a more spacious and comfortable interior with more elbow room, […]
It is with a deep personal sadness that we record the death of Mary Schwer-Foley of Brannockstown, Kilcullen, writes Brian Byrne. A longtime friend, and a colleague in the world of motoring journalism, Mary passed away early this morning in St Brigid’s Hospice, The Curragh. She had fought bravely against an illness which, on a […]
