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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.

Audi Q8 e-tron edition Dakar (2024) review

Inspired by its Dakar racer, Audi has launched a special off-road version of the Q8 e-tron.

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Smart 3 Premium (2024) review

Smart returns to Ireland with the slick and roomy #3 electric crossover.

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Tesla Model 3 'Highland' (2024) review

Tesla updates its most affordable model with new looks and greater refinement.

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Fisker Ocean One (2023) review

Our first drive in the stylish Fisker Ocean reveals a compact SUV ready for Irish roads.

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Smart 3 Brabus (2024) review

Can a little magic from Brabus liven up the Smart #3's driver appeal?

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Opel Corsa 1.2 GS petrol (2024) review

The updated Opel Corsa is available with a nippy petrol engine under the bonnet, too.

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