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Family matters in mid-size electric hatchback comparison of Skoda Elroq v Kia EV

Electric cars are becoming more acceptable as range improves and relative buying prices begin to look attractive in family size cars so this week we compare two of the new models from Kia and Skoda.

MOTORS 20 August 2025

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Cupra adds new brand options with style

MOTORS 6 August 2025

Is the van choice worth the buzz from Volkswagen?

Is the van choice worth the buzz from Volkswagen?

MOTORS 23 July 2025

Small electric car competition heats up

Small electric car competition heats up

Small electric car competition heats up

MOTORS 9 July 2025

Dacia provides value SUV choices with bigger options

Dacia provides value SUV choices with bigger options

Dacia provides value SUV choices with bigger options

MOTORS 4 June 2025

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Three Japanese brand SUV’s get value comparison

The mid-size SUV type car is the most popular in Ireland and here we look closely at three Japanese brands in a practical comparison to give you some guidance with your next car choice.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is desirable but expensive too

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is desirable but expensive too

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser is here with lots of new features and creature comforts, but the price hike is very significant, making it costly, writes Michael Moroney.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Isuzu boosts style and safety in new generation D-Max

Isuzu boosts style and safety in new generation D-Max

Isuzu has updated the D-Max 4x4 pick-up with new styling, to make it more modern and streamlined, with added safety feature. But this is still a machine that’s designed for work.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Opel grows the Grandland in size

Opel grows the Grandland in size

Opel’s new Grandland is bigger, more spacious and solid to drive than the car that it replaces as Michael Moroney found driving his recent test drive that covered more than 1,100km.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Quartermaster keeps the pick-up wheel moving

Quartermaster keeps the pick-up wheel moving

The new Ineos Quartermaster 4x4 pick-up has undeniable off-road ability and meets the 3.5 tonne towing target, so is this the new best option for farming use? Michael Moroney gives his verdict.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Ford explores the electric option in new SUV

Ford explores the electric option in new SUV

Ford’s all-electric Explorer SUV has been slow coming to the market – has it been worth waiting for? Michael Moroney has taken it for a test drive and here is his report.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

Hybrids on test - BYD takes on Renault in mid-size SUV stakes

Hybrids on test - BYD takes on Renault in mid-size SUV stakes

The hybrid car options are expanding and this week we compare the features and value of one of the newer brands, the offering from BYD contrasted with Renault's latest hybrid SUV.

MOTORS 15 January 2025

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