The Irish Times

Will recovery services still be relevant in an electric age?

Electric cars are theoretically more reliable than their combustion counterparts. What does that mean for the mobile emergency service?

Wed Jun 01 2022 - 06:45

A biofuels proposal to slash emissions while boosting the farming sector

Report argues that biofuels are critical to meeting 2030 targets, but some are sceptical

Thu May 19 2022 - 05:00

EU’s clean car plans don’t go far enough, say critics

Lack of interim targets could make electric vehicles more expensive

Wed May 18 2022 - 01:33

Merc’s new electric EQE - better than its big brother

New Mercedes E-Class-sized EV is more agile, if a little less comfy, than the larger EQS launched alongside it

Tue May 17 2022 - 13:54

Nissan’s new Ariya hits some high notes

At last, Nissan has a second electric model to go with the Leaf. Is it any good, though?

Mon May 16 2022 - 15:47

Audi RS e-Tron GT has that elusive characteristic – star quality

More power makes Audi’s low-slung electric saloon even more intoxicating

Wed May 11 2022 - 06:00

Car buyers could end up paying hundreds more in subscriptions

EU’s consumer watchdog says subscription software opens up ‘a data dystopian scenario’

Wed May 11 2022 - 05:35

Electric cars are too expensive? New figures suggest not

It is claimed EV buyers could stand to save as much as €3,900 per year on motoring costs

Wed Apr 27 2022 - 05:55

Award-winning Irish start-up Go Eve seeks to revolutionise EV charging points

‘Dock Chain’ system allows multiple parking spaces to be charged from one power source

Wed Apr 27 2022 - 00:00

MG’s 5 is a half-way house – but it’s a pleasant one

Compact electric estate has an excellent mix of practicality and price

Wed Apr 20 2022 - 07:00

Ireland’s next motor racing star: ‘I originally started at the age of nine’

Alex Dunne wants to be F1’s next big thing and is making a name for himself in Germany

Wed Apr 20 2022 - 06:41

Why have new cars become so expensive?

Improved safety and increased raw material costs are driving up the prices of new cars

Wed Apr 13 2022 - 06:45

What’s worth more – a painted BMW or an exploding Lamborghini?

BMW’s Koons art car goes up against the bizarre world of NFTs in an explosive contest

Wed Apr 13 2022 - 05:00

Polestar’s horoscope is looking good

How Irish buyers will take to Sino-Swedish brand remains to be seen, but its first all-electric model is a belter

Thu Mar 31 2022 - 08:00

Mini testing its new EV in the Arctic Circle

New electric Mini will be made in China, and be smaller than the current hatchback

Wed Mar 30 2022 - 01:00

Volvo’s electric C40 is an expensive conundrum

The C40 has so much going for it, but it’s a perplexing car

Wed Mar 23 2022 - 07:05

The car of the future will be more about software than hardware

Volkswagen aims to simplify, speed up and revolutionise development of new cars

Wed Mar 23 2022 - 06:05

Tyre tester for the day: How do you create a new tyre?

Continental has spent five years creating the SportContact7 - testing it on the track was in order

Wed Mar 16 2022 - 07:15

War in Ukraine hits car factories and electric car production

Ford, VW and BMW among manufacturers to slow production amid conflict

Thu Mar 03 2022 - 14:12

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

Skoda’s new Fabia is very ordinary – that’s something to celebrate

In a world of over-styled and over-marketed cars, the Fabia is wonderfully refreshing

Wed Feb 23 2022 - 08:30

Has Ford lost its focus in Europe as sales of its heavy hitters fall?

The Focus and Fiesta could be chopped as they suffer an identity crisis in electric era

Wed Feb 02 2022 - 05:59

BMW brings electric power to classic Minis

Electric ‘restomods’ will be factory-approved and individually numbered

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 10:14

Audi’s e-tron Quattro S: A maddeningly desirable car, but mainly just maddening

Sporty electric SUV is wonderful in isolation, but doesn’t make sense in the wider world

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 08:19

Could pickups become more popular than SUVs in Europe?

As Tesla delays Cybertruck production, will electric power change our view on trucks?

Wed Jan 26 2022 - 05:56

Merc’s electric GLB and Suzuki’s estate car reach Ireland

New battery SUV and a hybrid estate go on sale

Thu Jan 20 2022 - 16:41

Ford’s Mustang Mach-E proves batteries can be fun

Agile handling for Ford’s new electric SUV, but it’s messy in some areas

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 07:05

BMW shows off a colour-changing car in Las Vegas

Electric iX gets experimental paintwork, as well as a high-power 619hp M60 version

Wed Jan 12 2022 - 06:00

How much range will your electric vehicle lose in cold weather?

Winter slows chemical processes in batteries. How can you keep your car going?

Wed Jan 05 2022 - 06:45

Q&A: What is a PCP, and should I use one to buy a car?

PCP deals look tempting, but make sure to read the fine print

Wed Jan 05 2022 - 06:15

And the winner of the Irish Times car of the year is...

It was a very tight race between two Koreans and a French entry

Wed Dec 22 2021 - 07:00

The Irish Times car buyer’s guide for 2022: Electric cars, hybrids, crossovers and SUVs

The new car market is reshaping utterly. These are our picks of the most popular types of vehicle

Wed Dec 15 2021 - 06:00

Max Verstappen interview: ‘Don’t expect any changes’

Combative Dutch driver says winning the F1 world title hasn’t changed his outlook

Mon Dec 13 2021 - 16:06

Tesla Model 3 Performance: It’s flawed, but this is an addictive electric vehicle

The new Model 3 remains a convincing electric sports saloon

Wed Dec 08 2021 - 07:05