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.
BMW M4 CS (2024) review
Like the cut of the BMW M3 CS, but prefer coupes? The M4 CS could be the answer to your prayers.
Volkswagen Golf 1.5 eTSI Style (2024) review
We’ve driven the updated Volkswagen Golf 8.5 in one of its humbler guises.
Ford Explorer RWD (2024) review
Ford targets the mainstream mid-size electric SUV market with the Explorer.
Kia Sorento 1.6 PHEV AWD (2024) review
The new-look Sorento continues to be offered in diesel and PHEV forms, so is the plug-in hybrid the one to go for?
Kia Picanto 1.0 manual (2024) review
Can the new Kia Picanto keep fighting the good fight for tiny hatchbacks that won’t overstretch your budget?
Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX LWB (2025) review
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX adds performance without sacrificing practicality.