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SIMI calls for electric car supports to be extended in Budget 2027

1 October 2026 Electric cars take 27.43 per cent of Ireland’s new car market as BEV sales surge in 2026.

Ireland new car registrations June 2026

1 July 2026 Irish new car sales drop in June, ahead of the expected July spike.

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Orders open for SpaceX-powered Tesla Roadster that can fly or suck itself to the ground

16 October 2026

In a spectacular reveal event last night, Elon Musk revealed the long-awaited Tesla Roadster and, as he promised, it uses SpaceX technology in the form of cold-air thrusters to allow it perform, frankly, ridiculous manoeuvres, including actual flight. It can also suck itself to the ground for stability and cornering speeds, while hitting 100km/h from rest in about one second. Apparently it goes into production in 2028. "Actually," said Musk at the unveiling. You can go on the Tesla Ireland website now and place a reservation deposit for one of three different versions.

Tesla teases Roadster launch date

12 September 2026

Tesla has teased what could be a launch date for its long-awaited Roadster. An Instagram post today showed what appears to be the car’s rear with four bright plumes, possibly hinting at the rumoured optional cold-thrust rockets. Musk has claimed these could cut 0-100km/h to “under one second”. First shown in 2017, the Roadster has made little obvious progress despite Tesla taking deposits. Whether this is a true launch event or yet another stalling tactic remains to be seen. We’ll know more on October 1.