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.
Nissan Qashqai e-Power (2024) review
Nissan lightly airbrushes the Qashqai’s looks, then adds Google and safety tech for good measure.
Polestar 3 Long range Dual motor with Performance pack (2024) review
Polestar’s new flagship electric SUV targets BMW and Mercedes. Does it have the right stuff to do so?
Mazda 3 2.0 e-Skyactiv X saloon (2024) review
Mazda airbrushes its 3 range - we’ve driven the new four-door saloon.
Renault Captur E-Tech Full Hybrid (2024) review
The Renault Captur has been updated with a fresh look, improved interior and a new hybrid engine.
Citroen C3 1.2 petrol (2024) review
Petrol superminis might be going out of fashion, but Citroen has served up a little stormer in the chic C3.
Renault Rafale E-Tech Hybrid (2024) review
Renault is hoping the Rafale will steal sales from upmarket German coupe-SUVs, but is that a realistic proposition?