Car News

Peugeot bring back the GTi badge with the 308

20 May 2010 308 GTi gains 1.6-litre 200hp turbo from RCZ

New NCT tyre rules: make sure you have the “e”

20 May 2010 Buying a second-hand car? Check the tyres…

BMW crowned Fleet Manufacturer of the Year at 2010 Fleet World Honours

19 May 2010 5 Series takes Best Executive Car crown at same event.

Lexus LS model set for recall

19 May 2010 Just 3 cars affected in Ireland

Land Rover to introduce 2wd and hybrid technology

18 May 2010 Land Rover will introduce low emission 2-wheel drive versions of their Range Rover models, including hybrid versions.

Revenue crackdown on VRT evasion

Car News 18 May 2010 Officials given access to insurance details of foreign registered vehicles

Nissan LEAF to cost €29,995 in Ireland

17 May 2010 Nissan's LEAF electric vehicle will cost €29,995 after the government allowance of €5,000 when it comes to Ireland in February 2011.

How many Apprentices can you fit in a Fluence?

14 May 2010 Renault's new saloon boasts 20 percent bigger boot than the Laguna.

New Land Rover Authorised Repairer

14 May 2010 N.Conlan & Sons appointed Land Rover Authorised Repairer.

SIMI President calls for change to car registrations

12 May 2010 The newly appointed SIMI President has called for an overhaul of the car registration system.

Ford is the biggest scrappage brand

12 May 2010 Fiesta is the most popular car bought under the scrappage scheme.

Ford C-MAX hybrid mooted for 2013

11 May 2010 The Blue Oval is to produce its first hybrid electric models, due for European launch in 2013.