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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.

Smart 5 Brabus (2025) review

With the launch of the new #5, Smart’s move away from urban mobility is well and truly complete, so can the largest product in the range compete with modern rivals?

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Peugeot E-5008 Dual Motor (2025) review

The big, battery-powered Peugeot E-5008 can now have the same all-wheel-drive setup as the E-3008 Dual Motor, but is it as good to drive?

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Peugeot E-3008 Dual Motor (2025) review

We've driven the new, high-performance, all-wheel-drive version of the Peugeot E-3008 EV.

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Aston Martin Vantage Roadster (2025) review

The new Aston Martin Vantage Roadster has a soft top, but it certainly hasn’t gone soft in comparison to the hardcore coupe.

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Renault 4 E-Tech electric (2025) review

Renault follows up the adorable electric 5 with the more practical - but still very cool - 4 E-Tech.

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Porsche 911 Carrera S (2025) review

The 911 Carrera S returns and Porsche has given it another 30hp to play with.

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