Car News

Porsche revives Martini livery - for test mules

1 August 2012 Somewhat bizarrely, Porsche's latest 918 test cars have sponsor logos - though not any old sponsor.

BMW showcases electric scooter

1 August 2012 Sporty new electric BMW scooter on test in public.

New-look Lexus LS revealed

31 July 2012 Lexus has released details on its updated LS luxury saloon - including a sporty new F Sport model.

Mercedes-Benz Ireland to launch E-Class Hybrid

30 July 2012 Diesel electric power for the latest addition to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range, the E 300 BlueTec Hybrid.

Mayo addresses issue of slow drivers

27 July 2012 Mayo County Council takes unusual step of asking slow drivers to be more considerate.

Chevrolet signs deal with Liverpool Football Club

27 July 2012 Chevrolet will be the Official Automotive Partner for Liverpool FC.

Renault lends €33 million to car buyers

26 July 2012 Renault Finance one of the many manufacturer backed banks that show we can skip high street outlets.

Renault to trial wireless EV charging

26 July 2012 Renault is tying up with Qualcomm to test out wireless charging for its ZE cars.

Ford MPVs to get 1.0-litre EcoBoost power this year

26 July 2012 Ford has confirmed that its 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine will be added to the C-MAX line-up.

Kia previews new Carens

26 July 2012 New-look Kia Carens MPV arrives in Spring 2013.

Stylish Mazda6 unveiled

25 July 2012 Mazda will give the Mazda6 its world debut at the Moscow Motor Show next month.

Audi revamps the R8

25 July 2012 Audi will launch an overhauled R8 coupé and Spyder later this year.