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Lexus RZ300e review: A brilliant EV, but can it go the distance?
Lexus RZ300e review: A brilliant EV, but can it go the distance?
The Lexus RZ300e is a sleek, luxurious EV with premium comfort and handling, but does its range hold up?

Sat, 01 Mar, 2025

Mazda MX-5 review: Classic convertible will make you smile
Mazda MX-5 review: Classic convertible will make you smile
The Mazda MX-5 has evolved over the four decades it has been with us and it still embodies character, joie de vivre, driving pleasure and affordability

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Kia EV3 review: A sensible choice for its price and spec
Kia EV3 review: A sensible choice for its price and spec
The new Kia EV3 is cool-looking in a strange sort of post-modernist way

Sat, 22 Feb, 2025

Road Test - Porsche Macan
New all-electric Porsche Macan: Specs, performance, and price breakdown
Porsche’s bestselling Macan goes fully electric, boasting 600km range, 270kW fast charging, and dynamic performance

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

Peugeot 3008 review: Stylish, tech-packed and impressive, but it has a few quirks
Peugeot 3008 review: Stylish, tech-packed and impressive, but it has a few quirks
The new Peugeot 3008 blends bold design, advanced tech, and smooth performance, but is it the perfect SUV?

Sun, 09 Feb, 2025

Column – Car safety technology: How does it work?
Car safety technology: How does it work?
Modern cars are now packed with more safety features than ever, but what are they and how do they work?

Thu, 06 Feb, 2025

Dacia Duster review: Cheap and cheerful, but charming too
Dacia Duster review: Cheap and cheerful, but charming too
The new Dacia Duster is a huge improvement on its predecessor, but it still maintains the old model’s utilitarian appeal

Mon, 03 Feb, 2025

Efficient and practical: the best hybrid cars on sale today
Efficient and practical: the best hybrid cars on sale today
Petrol-electric vehicles are seen as the stepping stone into EV ownership, but which ones fit the bill for most drivers?

Thu, 30 Jan, 2025

Suzuki Swift review: Not fast, but a cracker of a supermini — and cheap too
Suzuki Swift review: Not fast, but a cracker of a supermini — and cheap too
Suzuki’s Swift has always been practical and efficient and durable, but it is now also highly sophisticated and will claim a large share of the shrinking small-car market

Sat, 25 Jan, 2025

What should I do after I’ve been involved in a car accident?
What should I do after I’ve been involved in a car accident?
Being part of a road incident can be scary, but there are some things to bear in mind after one takes place

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

How to prepare your car for driving after a weather warning
How to prepare your car for driving after a weather warning
Here’s a detailed guide to preparing your car for driving after Storm Éowyn

Fri, 24 Jan, 2025

BYD Seal U review: Packed with potential but lacking precision
BYD Seal U review: Packed with potential but lacking precision
The BYD Seal U hybrid SUV offers impressive specs and range but struggles with driving dynamics

Sat, 18 Jan, 2025

These are the best cars on sale with a manual gearbox
These are the best cars on sale with a manual gearbox
As automatics become the norm for most drivers, the manual gearbox is somewhat of an endangered species with only a few cars offering three pedals

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Electric Mini Countryman review: Big on size, bigger on performance
Electric Mini Countryman review: Big on size, bigger on performance
Th all-electric Mini Countryman has grown considerably from the previous version. The EV experience is as good as is out there at the moment

Sat, 11 Jan, 2025

Renault Captur review: A stylish upgrade with fuel-saving tech
Renault Captur review: A stylish upgrade with fuel-saving tech
The facelifted Captur enjoys the new Renault family face

Sat, 04 Jan, 2025

Person scraping ice from a windshield
How to drive safely and prepare your car during a cold snap
Here are some top tips to help you drive more safely this winter…

Fri, 03 Jan, 2025

Reaching pole position: The Irish Examiner's top cars of 2024
S Reaching pole position: The Irish Examiner's top cars of 2024
Declan Colley presents his selection of best cars tested in each category throughout 2024 for Irish Examiner Motoring

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024

Jeep Avenger eHybrid review: Last year's car of the year is reborn
Jeep Avenger eHybrid review: Last year's car of the year is reborn
The hybrid-petrol, turbocharged Jeep Avenger is a good-looking car that drives well and reprises a name that originated in the 1970s

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

Opel Corsa review: Modern marvels in a compact package
Opel Corsa review: Modern marvels in a compact package
Opel's new Corsa Hybrid is one of the best superminis around and hugely economical as well

Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

What car would Santa replace his sleigh with?
What car would Santa replace his sleigh with?
If Santa were was to swap his reindeer and sleigh for four wheels, we reckon these would be the best options

Fri, 13 Dec, 2024

Column - How to pack your car safely this Christmas
How to pack your car like a pro this Christmas
Planning a road trip over the festive period? You’ll want to make sure you load up efficiently and safely

Wed, 11 Dec, 2024

Honda CR-V PHEV review: Bigger, better, and more refined for 2024
Honda CR-V PHEV review: Bigger, better, and more refined for 2024
The new Honda CR-V has one of the smoothest and best behaved PHEV powertrains out there, and the interior is a paragon of design excellence

Sat, 07 Dec, 2024

Renault Scenic review: Presenting a better view of EVs
Renault Scenic review: Presenting a better view of EVs
The new Renault Scenic EV is an SUV instead of the MPV it was initially conceived as, and it a very fine car in its own right

Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

BMW i5 Series Touring review: Iconic given a chance
BMW i5 Series Touring review: Iconic given a chance
BMW i5 40M Sport Pro Touring

Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

Honda ZR-V review: An excellent mix of practicality and pleasure
Honda ZR-V review: An excellent mix of practicality and pleasure
Honda’s new ZR-V is spacious and has lots of gadgets and safety features

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

DACIA JOGGER HYBRID (RJI HEV)
Dacia Jogger HEV review: delivers on desirability
The Dacia Jogger Hybrid has a 1.6 litre petrol engine which is mated with two electric motors

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

Mini Cooper EV review: a magic revival of a motoring classic
Mini Cooper EV review: a magic revival of a motoring classic
The new electric Mini Cooper S is smart looking, very good to drive, and has a good range

Sat, 26 Oct, 2024

Press Test Drive AMG C 43 & AMG EQE 53, 2022, Colmar Press Test Drive AMG C 43 & AMG EQE 53, 2022, Colmar
Mercedes AMG EQE review: A visceral drive from an EV Merc
Mercedes AMG EQE 43 features a unique and eye-catching 21 alloys and the black gloss lower front bumper; the interior, below, is also quite spectacular.

Sat, 19 Oct, 2024

SEAT Arona and Ibiza review: Small motors get an extra edge
SEAT Arona and Ibiza review: Small motors get an extra edge
This week we’re doing something slightly different in that we are reviewing – magic, this – two cars at the very same time

Mon, 30 Sep, 2024

Hand refilling the car with fuel at the gasoline station
7 of the most efficient petrol and diesel cars on sale today
Don’t fancy making the switch to an EV just yet? These new cars deliver top-notch efficiency from ‘traditional’ fuels

Tue, 24 Sep, 2024

Mazda CX-60 review: Is it enough to pull sales from its premium rivals?
Mazda CX-60 review: Is it enough to pull sales from its premium rivals?
The CX-60 is the largest SUV that Mazda makes and while from a side view it might look slightly slab-sided, from the front and rear it looks determinedly aggressive and pleasing to the eye

Sat, 21 Sep, 2024

Sustainable motoring: What could be the alternatives to electric vehicles?
Sustainable motoring: What could be the alternatives to electric vehicles?
The automotive industry is facing one of the biggest challenges since the car was invented. What could we see in the future from how they are fuelled?

Thu, 19 Sep, 2024

Cupra Ateca VZ review: Hot SUV has licence to thrill
Cupra Ateca VZ review: Hot SUV has licence to thrill
The spacious and powerful Curpa Ateca VZ has a top speed of 240km/h

Sun, 15 Sep, 2024

Maxus MIFA 9 review: Taking an EV MPV to the max
Maxus MIFA 9 review: Taking an EV MPV to the max
The Maxus MIFA 9 is a three-tonne luxury MPV limo available as a seven or eight-seater

Sat, 07 Sep, 2024

Fabian Kirchbauer Photography
BMW ix2 review: Is it just an accessory?
The BMW iX2 is a comfort to drive, despite somewhat failing the first glance eye test

Sat, 31 Aug, 2024

Garda Covid-19 Checkpoint - N7 Motorway, Dublin
S How bad driving habits cost Irish motorists hundreds every year
Penalty points on your licence can have an immediate impact on your insurance premiums — so proceed with caution

Fri, 30 Aug, 2024

Toyota C-HR review: concept gets more funky with much improved upgrades
Toyota C-HR review: concept gets more funky with much improved upgrades
On first sight, the new Toyota C-HR leaps out at you. A complex arrangement of body pressings which make the car look like it’s in motion, even when it’s standing still

Sat, 24 Aug, 2024

Ford to shift EVs strategy by building lower-cost pickups and commercial van
Ford to shift EVs strategy by building lower-cost pickups and commercial van
Ford is changing its electric vehicle plans and now will focus on making two new electric pickup trucks and a new commercial van.

Wed, 21 Aug, 2024

Mazda2 hybrid review: A first rate choice in a limited market
Mazda2 hybrid review: A first rate choice in a limited market
The new Mazda2 Hybrid uses Toyota technology, with added spec and a slight body redesign

Sat, 17 Aug, 2024

Volkswagen ID. Buzz review: a brilliant entry that'll steal your heart
Volkswagen ID. Buzz review: a brilliant entry that'll steal your heart
The ID Buzz’s prominent VW logo at the front and the two-tone paint scheme are real throwbacks to the Type 2, but also eye-catchers for the uninitiated

Sat, 10 Aug, 2024

Volvo XC60 PHEV review: Classy SUV lacks dynamism
Volvo XC60 PHEV review: Classy SUV lacks dynamism
Buyers looking at the Swedish option will not be disappointed by the quality of what’s on offer, but if you’re looking for true engagement, you may well find you’re looking elsewhere

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

Peugeot E308 review: Evolution of EV to excellence
Peugeot E308 review: Evolution of EV to excellence
The new Peugeot E308 will provide a range of 370/80km with sensible driving

Tue, 02 Jul, 2024

Volkswagen ID.7 review: The German's doing what they do best
Volkswagen ID.7 review: The German's doing what they do best
Volkswagen’s ID.7 is a great electric car at a time when EV sales are slack. It is as good as the BMW i5 and the Mercedes EQE, but cheaper.

Thu, 27 Jun, 2024

Peugeot 2008 review: Keeping 'old order' alive
Peugeot 2008 review: Keeping 'old order' alive
The Peugeot 2008 PureTech 130 offers a strong alternative to a cooling EV market

Sun, 23 Jun, 2024

Land Rover Defender 110 X review: Doing the business in luxury
Land Rover Defender 110 X review: Doing the business in luxury
LAND ROVER DEFENDER 110 X Rating ...

Sun, 23 Jun, 2024

Opel Astra Sports Tourer review: A pretty accomplished beast for the money
Opel Astra Sports Tourer review: A pretty accomplished beast for the money
There is a generous mix of practicality with style going on here

Sun, 02 Jun, 2024

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