Michael Moroney

mmoroney@farmersjournal.ie

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 16 April 2025

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Big-bale silage: a 45-year retrospection

Big-bale silage: a 45-year retrospection

FARM MACHINERY 16 April 2025

Isuzu boosts style and safety in new generation D-Max

Isuzu boosts style and safety in new generation D-Max

MOTORS 2 April 2025

Obituary: Pat White, a legacy left in Tipperary

Obituary: Pat White, a legacy left in Tipperary

Obituary: Pat White, a legacy left in Tipperary

NEWS 19 March 2025

Agricultural contracting challenges are now clear - time for support is now

Agricultural contracting challenges are now clear - time for support is now

Agricultural contracting challenges are now clear - time for support is now

CONTRACTING 19 March 2025

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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 4 December 2024

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 4 December 2024

MF135 still a favourite 60 years later, 2024 registration results confirm

MF135 still a favourite 60 years later, 2024 registration results confirm

Some 60 years after its introduction to the market, the Massey Ferguson 135 is still one of the most-desirable tractors, according to the latest data on imported used-tractor registrations.

VINTAGE 4 December 2024

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 4 December 2024

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 4 December 2024

New Year and lots of new cars for 2025

New Year and lots of new cars for 2025

The new year bring new car registrations and for 2025 it also brings a host of new car models to the market. Here we dip into a few of the new offerings for 2025.

MOTORS 4 December 2024

Superb Combi delivers big car space and thrifty performance

Superb Combi delivers big car space and thrifty performance

Big estate cars are becoming as rare species and add the option of a diesel engine and the term extinct seems to come to mind. Not so at Skoda where the large Superb Combi retains pride of place.

MOTORS 4 December 2024

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Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

Proper calf shed ventilation is crucial for maximising calf performance and profitability.

Levelling up calf rearing with Teemore Mono Calf Building

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