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.
Opel Ampera review

Opel's Ampera signals the end of range anxiety for electric cars. It comes at a cost though.
Toyota Prius+ review

We've driven the Prius+, a seven-seat hybrid MPV coming to Ireland in 2013.
BMW 7 Series review

BMW has significantly updated its 7 Series saloon. We drove it. In Russia.
Skoda Rapid review

Skoda reckons there's room between the Fabia and Octavia for a new model, the Rapid.
Porsche Boxster review

The entry-level Porsche Boxster is the best roadster you can buy, at any price.
Audi Q5 review

The new Audi Q5 line-up starts with this, a front-wheel drive version powered by a 2.0-litre TDI engine.