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Toyota hydrogen V6 to power 880hp MissionH24 racer

Toyota hydrogen V6 to power 880hp MissionH24 racer

Toyota Racing will supply the hydrogen-combustion engine for the MissionH24 H24EVO endurance-racing prototype. The 3.5-litre V6, developed specifically for motorsport, will run on liquid hydrogen and work with the car’s hybrid system to produce over 880hp. MissionH24 says that should bring performance close to European Le Mans Series prototype levels. Engineering work is already under way to integrate the engine, chassis, gearbox, electronics and software ahead of the H24EVO’s first tests.

Tuner-culture-inspired Nissan Z concept revealed in US View gallery (12)

Tuner-culture-inspired Nissan Z concept revealed in US

The Nissan Z Kaze concept has made its debut at ZCON in Arizona, giving the Z sports car a removable T-top roof inspired by Nissan’s open-air models of the past. Finished in Pacific Teal, it also gets a carbon-fibre bonnet and body kit, widened arches, restored 18-inch Nismo LMGT2 wheels and a white leather cabin. The twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6 gains a GReddy intake, intercooler and exhaust upgrades, while Nismo suspension components complete the ’90s tuner-inspired makeover. Sadly, the Nissan Z still is not available to buy in Ireland.

Nissan Micra earns five-star Green NCAP rating

Nissan Micra earns five-star Green NCAP rating

The electric Nissan Micra has been awarded Green NCAP’s maximum five-star Sustainability Rating, scoring 94 per cent overall. It achieved 9.1/10 for Clean Air, 9.3/10 for Energy Efficiency and 10/10 for Greenhouse Gases, while its cold-weather performance was rated “Good”. The Micra is offered with 40kWh and 52kWh batteries, giving up to 317km and 416km of WLTP range respectively, and Nissan quotes energy consumption as low as 12.6kWh/100km.

When Geely launches in Ireland in 2027, the electric EX5 SUV is likely to be its best-seller: we've reviewed it already

When Geely launches in Ireland in 2027, the electric EX5 SUV is likely to be its best-seller: we've reviewed it already

Rumours suggest that the Chinese brand, Geely, will hit the Irish market in 2027 and in preparation, we've already driven several of the marque's cars. Propping up the range is the Geely EX2 EV, and the oddly named Starray EM-i will keep those that want a plug-in hybrid happy, but we reckon the Geely EX5 will be its biggest seller. It's a mid-sized electric SUV that promises to be exceptionally well-priced, but that's not all it has going for it. Make sure you read our review to get the full story.

Spectacular Renault 8 Gordini concept coming to Paris Motor Show View gallery (12)

Spectacular Renault 8 Gordini concept coming to Paris Motor Show

Renault revealed the spectacular electric Renault 8 Gordini concept. Inspired by the 1964 original, the two-seat coupe mixes double white stripes, squared wheelarches and six-light front end with a low, wide stance. Power comes from a rear-mounted 270hp electric motor, while mixed-size wheels add to the motorsport look. It’s called an exploratory design study rather than a production car (but OMG we are crossing our fingers) and makes its public debut at the Renault Carwalk on 24 September before appearing at the Paris Motor Show from 12-18 October.

Opel STX concept teased for Paris Motor Show debut

Opel STX concept teased for Paris Motor Show debut

Opel has confirmed that its new estate-car show car will be called the STX Concept, short for Sports Tourer eXperimental. Set to make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show, the STX will preview Opel’s next-generation design language and its vision for the future of the estate car. It will be revealed at Opel’s press conference on Monday, 12 October. We’ll be there to check it out in the metal for ourselves.

Dave was on Newstalk today, talking about fixed speed cameras in Kilkenny and Carlow

Dave was on Newstalk today, talking about fixed speed cameras in Kilkenny and Carlow

Dave Humphreys was on air with George Lawlor TD this morning on Newstalk’s The Claire Byrne Show to discuss how two static speed cameras have accounted for almost 70 per cent of all fines issued nationwide. The cameras, located on the N25 at Glenmore, Co. Kilkenny, and on the N80 in Co. Carlow, have both been described as having inadequate signage to warn drivers of the change in speed limit ahead. The discussion continued to how average speed cameras can be far more effective in changing driver behaviour. Listen back here.