Car News Archive

Volkswagen plots land speed record… with a Jetta

8 August 2018 Plans for souped-up Volkswagen Jetta saloon to hit 335km/h.

Toyota Ireland cements Paralympic partnership

8 August 2018 Toyota Ireland is named official supplier to 2018 World Para Swimming championship.

Audi announces Irish prices for Q8 SUV

7 August 2018 Order books open in late August for new Audi Q8 SUV.

Volkswagen Grand California camper van

7 August 2018 At last; a Volkswagen camper with an on-board loo...

New system means higher fines for higher speed

7 August 2018 Minister for Transport Shane Ross plans graduated speeding fines system for Ireland.

Public Services Card not needed to get a driver’s licence

7 August 2018 RSA sets end of August date for new system.

New WLTP test could see emissions figures jump

3 August 2018 JATO warns that new WLTP tests could see much higher emissions figures, and big fines for Europe’s car makers.

Lexus introduces LC Yellow Edition

3 August 2018 ‘Flare Yellow’ paint gives the Lexus LC coupe a retina-scorching look.

Skoda Karoq Sportline announced

3 August 2018 Sportier looks (but not chassis) for Skoda Karoq mid-size crossover.

Honda adds four-door saloon to complete Civic line-up

2 August 2018 More luggage space and different styling adds appeal to new Honda Civic Sedan.

Opel GT X Experimental concept

1 August 2018 The Opel GT X Experimental concept hints at the company's future look.

Skoda launches Scout version of Karoq

1 August 2018 Skoda Karoq Scout gets four-wheel drive and rugged styling.