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.
Mazda CX-30 e-Skyactiv X (2024) review
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Mazda lightly refreshes the CX-30 crossover for the 2024 model year.
Aston Martin DB12 Volante (2024) review
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Aston's big and beautiful DB12 loses its top and becomes the DB12 Volante.
Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 4x4 (2024) review
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Skoda has jazzed the Kodiaq up with a modern design, fresh technology and tweaked engines, so is it as appealing as its predecessor?
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2024) review
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The Taycan Turbo GT is the first electric Porsche to earn the GT designation, and it doesn't disappoint.
Jeep Compass e-Hybrid (2024) review
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All of Jeep's smaller models are being updated for 2024, so here's the Compass in e-Hybrid format.
Jeep Renegade e-Hybrid (2024) review
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Jeep follows up on the impressive Avenger e-Hybrid with an updated part-electric Renegade.