The Irish Times

Craig Breen overcomes tragedy to lead Ford’s rally fightback

Waterford’s Craig Breen has faced more than a few difficulties in his rallying career, but he’s Ford’s de-facto Number One as the rally circus heads to Sweden

Thu Feb 24 2022 - 09:45

GR Yaris: Toyota’s pocket-rocket rally car is a star in the making

€50,000 price tag may seem steep, but it’s not outlandish given what the car delivers

Wed Feb 10 2021 - 07:20

Wrap party: Adding vinyl to your car could save you in the long run

In a world of grey and black cars, vehicle wraps are a cheap way of changing colours

Wed Apr 22 2020 - 07:00

Subaru’s XV continues in its iconoclastic, but likeable, way

Both pricey and thirsty, the new XV nonetheless represents another step forward for the oddball Japanese brand

Wed Feb 21 2018 - 04:34

World rallying looks to renaissance as former competitive cars return

Irish duo lead new Citroen challenge as Toyota comes back to sport that made its name

Wed Dec 28 2016 - 16:22

Driving north, to the Arctic Pole (or nearly), in a Mazda CX-3

Car maker’s small hatchback proves surprisingly adept for polar transport

Wed Mar 16 2016 - 01:00

Dungannon driver Kris Meeke wins WRC Argentina

Citroen driver pays tribute to mentor Colin McRae after first WRC triumph

Sun Apr 26 2015 - 18:13

Road Test: The new Subaru WRX STi is very Impreza

The Subaru WRX STi is not an Impreza, say its makers, but with 2.5 litres of throbbing, turbo engine, this is fun to drive and a little bit naughty, so we may as well call it one

Wed Sept 10 2014 - 01:00

The Top 10 cars for a midlife crisis

From a Subaru Impreza to a Porsche 911, there’s no better way to deal with midlife crisis than by buying a totally ridiculous or over-the-top car. Here are 10 of the best - or worst, depending on how you look at it

Wed Jun 11 2014 - 01:00