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Tesla needs to win over everyday buyers for its next phase of growth
Tesla needs to win over everyday buyers for its next phase of growth
The two models that have accounted for about 97% of the company’s deliveries — the Model 3 and Model Y — were first launched in 2017 and 2020

Sun, 31 Dec, 2023

Column - 10 new cars that are worth waiting for in 2024
10 new cars that are worth waiting for in 2024
Next year sees a range of exciting new launches in the car world

Thu, 30 Nov, 2023

Tesla dials back expectations as Elon Musk sees storm ahead
Tesla dials back expectations as Elon Musk sees storm ahead
Years of rapid expansion at Tesla are colliding with rising interest rates and more cost-conscious consumers

Thu, 19 Oct, 2023

'The maths doesn't stack up': EV owner says budget offers no incentive to switch
'The maths doesn't stack up': EV owner says budget offers no incentive to switch
Responding to Budget 2024, climate activist and EV enthusiast Tom Spencer said: 'In one year alone, we spent as much on climate destruction as we will on fixing it'

Tue, 10 Oct, 2023

These are the best cars to downsize into
These are the best cars to downsize into
Looking to buy a smaller car that might also save you money? Here are some great choices

Thu, 05 Oct, 2023

Joe Biden
Letters to the Editor: Retiring ageing and dud politicians
One reader suggests political candidates could be tested for mental competence, while others consider issues including neutrality, the cost of EVs, and insurance for cyclists 

Wed, 06 Sep, 2023

Conor Faughnan: A record year for road deaths due to political indifference
Conor Faughnan: A record year for road deaths due to political indifference
Ireland had made significant progress in terms of road safety but policies we knew were working have faltered for want of support 

Mon, 04 Sep, 2023

Electric car charging - London
Motor industry seeks Budget extension of EV incentives
SIMI wants a continuation of SEAI grants and VRT relief, and an extension of benefit-in-kind reliefs for three more years

Fri, 01 Sep, 2023

Cashel car crash
'Urgent action needed' after 125 road deaths and 600 serious crashes so far this year
RSA chief Liz O'Donnell said 'We need urgent measures now to reverse this trend' after surge in road fatalities and serious collisions this year

Thu, 31 Aug, 2023

Irish Examiner view: Overdue safety initiative
Irish Examiner view: Overdue safety initiative
Challenge of reducing road deaths

Wed, 30 Aug, 2023

Junior minister hits out at NCT over cashless plan: 'It's not agreed, nor is it happening'
Junior minister hits out at NCT over cashless plan: 'It's not agreed, nor is it happening'
NCT Ireland sparked an immediate backlash when it announced on social media it would cease taking cash 

Mon, 28 Aug, 2023

How can I get my car ready for the school run?
How can I get my car ready for the school run?
A quick whip-around of your car can help to make the difference when term starts back up.

Thu, 17 Aug, 2023

What are the best alternatives to the Ford Fiesta?
What are the best alternatives to the Ford Fiesta?
Now that the Fiesta has been discontinued, we look at other options to consider

Wed, 16 Aug, 2023

Letters to the Editor: Cork cinema revamp is welcome
Letters to the Editor: Cork cinema revamp is welcome
Irish Examiner readers consider issues including the fate of a Cork cinema, driving test delays, the GAA season, the environment, and censorship

Wed, 16 Aug, 2023

Customers frustrated by NCT wait times warned against using third-party bogus website
Customers frustrated by NCT wait times warned against using third-party bogus website
The NCT first became aware of the fraudulent website in May and reported it to An Garda Síochána, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CPCC) and Google.

Mon, 14 Aug, 2023

Chinese EV makers heed rallying call to unite and overtake Tesla
Chinese EV makers heed rallying call to unite and overtake Tesla
Competitors take to Weibo to hail Byd's video calling on China to 'demolish the old legends' and achieve world-class car brands

Fri, 11 Aug, 2023

BYD Atto 3 review: No spicy drive in this Chinese takeaway
BYD Atto 3 review: No spicy drive in this Chinese takeaway
The Atto 3 from Chinese manufacturer BYD won’t stand out from the crowd in term of external styling but the interior design is full of innovation and freshness

Wed, 12 Jul, 2023

Cork councillors urge Eamon Ryan to reinstate plan to upgrade two major roads
Cork councillors urge Eamon Ryan to reinstate plan to upgrade two major roads
Midleton, Carrigtwohill, and Mallow are adversely affected by congestion — and it's also jeapordising the development of homes for 10,000 people at Water Rock, councillors say

Mon, 10 Jul, 2023

Motorists to face another hike in road tolls in January
Motorists to face another hike in road tolls in January
Drivers facing toll increases this Saturday are 'highly likely' to see them rise again in just six months

Wed, 28 Jun, 2023

Range Rover review: In this range it remains the benchmark
Range Rover review: In this range it remains the benchmark
The last version — the L405 — was pretty impressive, but this new one blows the doors off that

Sun, 25 Jun, 2023

Toyota announces plan for car batteries that charge in less than 10 minutes
Toyota announces plan for car batteries that charge in less than 10 minutes
Toyota president Koji Sato has said the company must play catchup after falling behind in the EV sector

Tue, 13 Jun, 2023

Peugeot 308 SW review: Space and practicality in speedster package
Peugeot 308 SW review: Space and practicality in speedster package
The Peugeot 308 SW is good-looking, immensely practical, and really good to drive; the added rear third of the car actually enhances the prettiness of the original hatch

Tue, 06 Jun, 2023

Ford Focus review: a cracker nearing the end of the road
Ford Focus review: a cracker nearing the end of the road
The latest iteration of the Ford Focus — in ST Line trim above — is an update on the 2019 release and as such it will be the last of model which will cease production in two years

Tue, 30 May, 2023

Boy on a road trip
How can I make long car journeys more relaxing this summer?
Just a few tweaks and changes can help to de-stress your next trip.

Fri, 26 May, 2023

Ora Funky Cat review: It might look strange, but it’s a reliable EV
Ora Funky Cat review: It might look strange, but it’s a reliable EV
The unusually named Ora Funky Cat electric car is made by Chinese firm Great Wall.

Sun, 07 May, 2023

How can I make sure my car is cool when warm weather hits?
How can I make sure my car is cool when warm weather hits?
The summer is on the way – so it’s worth bearing some of these tips and tricks in mind ahead of warmer weather.

Sun, 07 May, 2023

BMW i7 review: This is what the future of electric motoring looks like
BMW i7 review: This is what the future of electric motoring looks like
The electric BMW i7 is one of the finest luxury cars on the market, up to and including Rolls Royce

Sat, 29 Apr, 2023

Revealed: 300,000 motorists still waiting for NCT; 40,000 in Cork alone
Revealed: 300,000 motorists still waiting for NCT; 40,000 in Cork alone
Nationwide, around 1.5m cars are due to be tested this year but some 300,000 motorists are waiting for an appointment

Mon, 17 Apr, 2023

Volkswagen to invest in mines in bid to become global battery supplier
Volkswagen to invest in mines in bid to become global battery supplier
VW is beefing up its PowerCo unit to meet half of its own battery cell demand and also to sell to third-party carmakers

Fri, 17 Mar, 2023

Causeway Costal Route in Northern Ireland, UK
The spring maintenance checks to get your car running and feeling its best
Looking to get your car ready for the warmer months ahead? Here are some top tips.

Sat, 04 Mar, 2023

EU VW 3
Volkswagen shares climb 6% on sales forecasts of €331bn
VW predicts a strong sales recovery and a 14% rise in deliveries as global supply chain issues ease

Fri, 03 Mar, 2023

Fuel pump in a gas station.
Fuel could increase by €10 per tank if excise duty cuts cease 
The cessation of the excise duty on petrol and diesel will increase prices at the pumps by 15c per litre for diesel and 20c per litre for petrol

Mon, 20 Feb, 2023

car thief hand pulling the handle of a car
Q&A: What is keyless car theft and how can I prevent it?
Learn how thieves can break into your car if it's locked with a fob, card, or smartphone — and how to prevent it happening

Sat, 18 Feb, 2023

Brand new Renault cars lined up in a parking lot.
Owners of imported cars urged to add extra security measures following increase in thefts
An Garda Síochána say more than 4,000 vehicles were reported stolen across Ireland last year — a 52% increase on 2021

Thu, 16 Feb, 2023

So nachhaltig kann Luxus sein: Der neue S-Klasse Plug-in-Hybrid im 360° Umweltcheck Luxury can be this sustainable: The new S-C
Mercedes S-Class PHEV review: Hybrid luxobarge is in a class of its own
Mercedes-Benz S-Class PHEV — wonderful and all as it is — is something of a mystery, having as it does the capability of only 99.7 km of driving on pure electricity

Sat, 28 Jan, 2023

Volvo XC40 EV review: High-quality crossover SUV delivers in every respect
Volvo XC40 EV review: High-quality crossover SUV delivers in every respect
Volvo’s XC40 has been around for five years — from the initial petrol and diesel options to a PHEV version and now this — the fully electric version

Mon, 23 Jan, 2023

Kia Niro EV review: a decent car but offers zero driving pleasure
Kia Niro EV review: a decent car but offers zero driving pleasure
The look of the all-new Kia Niro EV brings it right into line with the EV6 and Sportage models, it also has a glossy new interior and a bunch of new tech, but alas, poor ride and handling

Tue, 17 Jan, 2023

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Mercedes EQE 350+ review: Showing excellence in electric evolution
The look of the Mercedes EQE 350+ could be described as challenging, with its’ grille-less front end and stumpy rear, however, the interior is among the most comfortable and hi-tech — outside the luxo-barge segment — you will find out there

Mon, 19 Dec, 2022

Blurred silhouettes of cars surrounded by steam from the exhaust pipes
How can I stay safe behind the wheel this Christmas?
From poor conditions to busy roads, it’s important to take extra care during the festive season

Thu, 24 Nov, 2022

Volkswagen electric plan to overtake Tesla runs into trouble
Volkswagen electric plan to overtake Tesla runs into trouble
Key battery car project may be pushed back from 2026 towards end of decade as new software will not be ready in time

Thu, 17 Nov, 2022

Mature Woman Attaching Charging Cable To Environmentally Friendly Zero Emission Electric Car At Home
Lack of public chargers is the main barrier putting drivers off switching to an EV – report 
Range anxiety — where motorists fear they will run out of power before they can reach another charging point — is putting off potential EV drivers

Mon, 07 Nov, 2022

Cupra Born review: Entirely predictable but very well executed
Cupra Born review: Entirely predictable but very well executed
The Cupra Born’s interior gives the car a premium feel and there is plenty of innovation. But SEAT had a chance to put a stamp on the electric scene with this car and did not really take it.

Wed, 19 Oct, 2022

BMW i4 review: A blast to drive, but more coming
BMW i4 review: A blast to drive, but more coming
The electric BMW i4 is similar to an electric version of the 4 Series Grand Coupe.

Mon, 08 Aug, 2022

Stephen Hawking’s 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle coming up for auction
Stephen Hawking’s 1988 Volkswagen Caravelle coming up for auction
The late scientist’s disabled parking permit is even still in the glovebox.

Mon, 08 Aug, 2022

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