Author: Brian Byrne
Biography:Brian Byrne, with his colleague Trish Whelan, is the publisher of 'Irish Car+Travel' and 'Irish Van & Truck+SUV' magazines. They also contribute motoring copy to a wide range of Irish regional papers.
Category: Irish Car and Travel News
This teaser shot from Toyota previews a new crossover concept to be shown at Paris for a crossover/SUV version of the Auris, writes Brian Byrne. The production car will be called the Auris Cross, and will fit under the RAV 4. The outline suggests a smoother and more sport car than the Urban Cruiser, which […]
A small SUV from SsangYong will headline the brand’s stand at the upcoming Paris Motor Show, writes Brian Byrne. Badged XIV, the concept previews a new car, the X100, to be launched next year. There will also be an open top version of the concept. SsangYong returned to the Irish market in the last few […]
Inspired by the popularity of its holiday parks offering this year, Irish Ferries is inviting customers to beat the holiday rush by booking their 2015 Haven Holiday at 2014 prices at any of seven parks in Wales and beyond. Under this limited deal, a €50 booking deposit secures accommodation. Offer closes on 31 October next. […]
Topaz was the big winner at Ireland’s Forecourt and Convenience Retailer Awards, claiming five of the 14 titles on offer, writes Trish Whelan. The Company picked up the award for Best Oil Company Initiative for its Play or Park loyalty programme, while one of the company”s new flagship sites, Topaz Dublin Airport, won the Forecourt […]
Renault Trafic Renault has now renewed its entire LCV line-up with the introduction of the medium sized New Trafic and large New Master, writes Trish Whelan. Trafic is offered in two lengths and two heights as well as crew van, platform cab and passenger versions. Four engines are available, single turbo units with 90 and […]
Volvo Cars has released first images of the R-Design version of the all-new XC90 SUV, writes Trish Whelan. Buyers have a choice of powertrains offering up to 400hp. The car sits on 20-inch or optional 22-inch alloy wheels. Inside, there is a tablet-like touch screen and the dash is virtually button free. The car debuts […]
Peugeot will launch the latest version of the 508 in October, following a debut to the public at the National Ploughing Championships, writes Brian Byrne. With revised exterior and interior styling details, and improved diesel and diesel-hybrid engines, the car will retail from €26,750 and charges. It will be available in saloon and wagon formats.
When the Jeep Renegade SUV comes to Ireland towards the summer of next year, it will offer a funky and practical small SUV under the iconic brand’s name for the first time, writes Brian Byrne. Although Irish prices won’t be announced until closer to launch here, the Jeep people here in Balocco, Italy, told us […]
Citroen plans to show a concept at the Paris Motor Show which tilts at offering fuel consumption in the region of 2L/100km, or 141mpg equivalent, writes Brian Byrne. The Cactus Airflow 2 is 100kg lighter than, and provides a 20 percent improvement on, the standard Cactus. It uses lightweight, high-performance materials, including carbon fibre, aluminium, […]
This is the DS Divine concept which will showcase the design direction of the new stand-alone brand from PSA, writes Brian Byrne. It will feature at the Paris Motor Show. DS was introduced four years ago as a premium level of the Citroen brand. The group says it has had a ‘positive’ impact on earnings. […]
