War creates new car supply crisis around the world Just as car manufacturers were coming to terms with supply shortages caused by the pandemic, the war in Ukraine is now creating major problems in supply chains that are having an immediate impact. Car production in Europe and elsewhere is already slowing Motors • 15 Mar 22
War creates new car supply crisis around the world Just as car manufacturers were coming to terms with supply shortages caused by the pandemic, the war in Ukraine is now creating major problems in supply chains that are having an immediate impact. Car production in Europe and elsewhere is already slowing Motors • 15 Mar 22
No more charging cables for electric cars ? A wireless technology system that does not require drivers to plug in electric cars for charging is being tested by Volvo in Sweden. The development could solve the challenges facing owners who do not have access to home charging points. Motors • 03 Mar 22
No more charging cables for electric cars ? A wireless technology system that does not require drivers to plug in electric cars for charging is being tested by Volvo in Sweden. The development could solve the challenges facing owners who do not have access to home charging points. Motors • 03 Mar 22
VW Group aiming for four budget electric cars within four years. The Volkswagen group is moving closer to large-scale production of entry-level electric cars with the confirmation that VW, Skoda and Cupra - the sports arm of Seat - will all begin producing them within the next four years. Motors • 28 Feb 22
VW Group aiming for four budget electric cars within four years. The Volkswagen group is moving closer to large-scale production of entry-level electric cars with the confirmation that VW, Skoda and Cupra - the sports arm of Seat - will all begin producing them within the next four years. Motors • 28 Feb 22
Reviewed: Opel's new Mokka E electric city car. We take to the road with the electric version of the car that won the Continental Tyres Irish Car of the Year small SUV award. Motors • 20 Feb 22
Reviewed: Opel's new Mokka E electric city car. We take to the road with the electric version of the car that won the Continental Tyres Irish Car of the Year small SUV award. Motors • 20 Feb 22
Dacia launches budget seven-seater SUV Cars offering seven seats are a rare enough commodity and Dacia has now stepped in with a budget car that fills a niche not offered by many mainstream manufacturers. Motors • 07 Feb 22
Dacia launches budget seven-seater SUV Cars offering seven seats are a rare enough commodity and Dacia has now stepped in with a budget car that fills a niche not offered by many mainstream manufacturers. Motors • 07 Feb 22
Older buyers choosing hybrid cars, while young opt for electric The drive towards hybrid and electric continues apace, with more than two thirds of Irish people preferring them over conventional petrol or diesel engines. Motors • 02 Feb 22
Older buyers choosing hybrid cars, while young opt for electric The drive towards hybrid and electric continues apace, with more than two thirds of Irish people preferring them over conventional petrol or diesel engines. Motors • 02 Feb 22
Electrifying the classic Mini The classic Mini is being given a new lease of life with a project to replace engines with electric motors. Motors • 26 Jan 22
Electrifying the classic Mini The classic Mini is being given a new lease of life with a project to replace engines with electric motors. Motors • 26 Jan 22
Skoda to launch electric coupe version of its Enyaq SUV A coupe version of Skoda's popular SUV, the Enyaq, is due to be unveiled at the end of this month. It will have the same powertrains and equipment as the current Enyaq. Motors • 11 Jan 22
Skoda to launch electric coupe version of its Enyaq SUV A coupe version of Skoda's popular SUV, the Enyaq, is due to be unveiled at the end of this month. It will have the same powertrains and equipment as the current Enyaq. Motors • 11 Jan 22
Modified Tesla achieves 1200 kilometre range on one charge An American vehicle battery developer has achieved a 1200 kilometre driving range using a modified Tesla Model S. The journey through the Mid West was completed last week on a single charge. Motors • 09 Jan 22
Modified Tesla achieves 1200 kilometre range on one charge An American vehicle battery developer has achieved a 1200 kilometre driving range using a modified Tesla Model S. The journey through the Mid West was completed last week on a single charge. Motors • 09 Jan 22
Renault previews Kadjar SUV replacement. The replacement for Renault's Kadjar SUV is due to be revealed within the next few months. In the meantime the new AUSTRAL is undergoing its final phases of testing. Motors • 05 Jan 22
Renault previews Kadjar SUV replacement. The replacement for Renault's Kadjar SUV is due to be revealed within the next few months. In the meantime the new AUSTRAL is undergoing its final phases of testing. Motors • 05 Jan 22
