Michael Moroney

mmoroney@farmersjournal.ie

Is the Micra’s challenge the Renault 5?

Nissan’s new Micra, now a fully electric-only option in one of Ireland’s long running small car success stories, has an interesting challenger.

MOTORS 19 August 2026

Is the Micra’s challenge the Renault 5?

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Grandland in size and potential to be a Farmers Journal reader’s prize

Grandland in size and potential to be a Farmers Journal reader’s prize

MOTORS 12 August 2026

New Suzuki e-Vitara prompts small E-SUV’s comparison

New Suzuki e-Vitara prompts small E-SUV’s comparison

MOTORS 5 August 2026

What paying more gets you in a premium electric car

What paying more gets you in a premium electric car

What paying more gets you in a premium electric car

NEWS 22 July 2026

Iconic Jeep brand leaning towards on-road market

Iconic Jeep brand leaning towards on-road market

MOTORS 8 July 2026

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The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

Michael Moroney looks at the terms and conditions of the €10 million Electric Vehicle scrappage scheme, to find who it suits, how to apply and why the majority of 4x4’s on Irish roads are not eligible

MOTORS 15 April 2026

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

Michael Moroney went to the Bulgaria to test Toyota's new hybrid and battery electric versions of the ever-popular Hilux, which will replace the current model later this summer.

NEWS 15 April 2026

Used tractor imports rise 15% as New Holland leads the way

Used tractor imports rise 15% as New Holland leads the way

A total of 765 used tractors were imported and registered in Ireland during the first quarter of 2026, a 15% increase on the period last year, while New Holland makes up 38% of the total market share.

NEWS 15 April 2026

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

The battery electric vehicle market share has risen year-on-year, boosted by high oil prices and uncertainty in world politics.

MOTORS 15 April 2026

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia’s people carrier offers a solution to room and value for families who need flexibility, writes Michael Moroney.

MOTORS 15 April 2026

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

Renault’s new R4 takes us back to 1970s driving, Michael Moroney writes.

L2 15 April 2026

Opel Frontera – to BEV or not to BEV

Opel Frontera – to BEV or not to BEV

The recent increases in petrol and diesel fuel costs have put extra emphasis on electric cars as a means of providing a more flexible and fossil fuel-independent mode of transport.

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