First Drives
Access all our first drives in new cars here. The test drives usually take place at international launches abroad months before the cars go on sale in Ireland. Sometimes the cars won't be to Irish specification and pricing may not be available at the time of writing.
Mercedes-Benz SLK review
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New Merc SLK's improvements run more than skin deep.
Aston Martin Virage review
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Despite the name, the new Aston Virage sits between the DB9 and DBS - it's better than both.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
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Mercedes-Benz ups the refinement of its C-Class.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage S review
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New Vantage S is the best V8 Aston yet.
Audi RS 3 Sportback review
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Audi's next RS model is the RS 3 Sportback. Deserving of the badge?
Ferrari California review
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Can the California live up to the promise of the Ferrari badge on the bonnet?