Car News Archive

Porsche Cayenne EV sets hill climb record

7 July 2025 Porsche Cayenne Electric breaks SUV record at famed hill climb at Shelsley Walsh.

Alpine returns to rallying with A290 Rallye EV

4 July 2025 External speaker makes the Alpine A290 Rally EV noisy for spectators.

Irish driving test wait times cut by 11 weeks

3 July 2025 Driving test delays reduced by 11 weeks, but long waits remain.

VW ID. Buzz begins round-the-world trip with Irish stop

2 July 2025 German driver attempts world record in an electric VW ID. Buzz, including a stop in Ireland.

New 4S models added to Porsche 911 range

2 July 2025 Porsche 911 4S spec now available in three body styles.

New Range Rover Sport SV Black and Stealth models

2 July 2025 High-performance 635hp V8 SV is no longer a limited-edition Range Rover Sport.

Ferrari Amalfi coupe replaces the Roma

1 July 2025 V8-engined formula carried over for new Ferrari Amalfi coupe.

Ireland new car registrations June 2025

1 July 2025 New car sales in Ireland up 3.5 per cent for the first half of the year.

Polestar opens first Irish dealership

27 June 2025 New Polestar Space in Sandyford marks a new beginning for the brand.

Calls for reform as taxi shortages worsen

27 June 2025 Industry coalition urges Irish government to rethink costly wheelchair-accessible vehicle rule as rural taxi shortages worsen.

Toyota supports Camogie Association and GAA/GPA

27 June 2025 Toyota’s three-year partnership will provide vehicle support and promote Gaelic games across Ireland.

Green flash number plates arrive for Irish EVs

26 June 2025 From July, any electric car can have a number plate with a green stripe at one end.