Michael Moroney

mmoroney@farmersjournal.ie

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 10 June 2026

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

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

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

NEWS 3 June 2026

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

MOTORS 27 May 2026

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

MOTORS 13 May 2026

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

L2 29 April 2026

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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.

MOTORS 4 March 2026

Ticket now required for users of farm telehandlers

Ticket now required for users of farm telehandlers

The most recent Code of Practice issued by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) requires users of telescopic loaders on Irish farms to undertake training and hold a valid training certificate.

NEWS 4 March 2026

Can Irish farming continue to afford a pit silage system?

Can Irish farming continue to afford a pit silage system?

Massive 73% fuel cost increase has become a tipping point in looming crisis.

FARM MACHINERY 4 March 2026

Defender is ready for the 4x4 commercial challenge

Defender is ready for the 4x4 commercial challenge

Michael Moroney takes the updated Defender for a test drive with one question in mind - is it ready to challenge the Land Cruiser?

MOTORS 4 March 2026

Diesel cost increases – machine management strategies 2026

Diesel cost increases – machine management strategies 2026

With the planting and silage season almost upon us, contractors will soon be consuming large quantities of fuel, which is expected to account for 18% of machine running costs. Michael Moroney reports.

FARM MACHINERY 4 March 2026

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance, writes Michael Moroney.

MOTORS 4 March 2026

Italian job: test driving the new Fiat 600 Hybrid and Alfa Romeo Junior

Italian job: test driving the new Fiat 600 Hybrid and Alfa Romeo Junior

Italian brands Alfa Romeo and Fiat are both offering something that looks the same with the Fiat 600 and the Alfa Romeo Junior. But how do they drive?

MOTORS 4 March 2026

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National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

Kildare dairy farmer welcomed students as part of a National Dairy Council initiative, which saw 1,500 pupils across Ireland visit working dairy farms during May.

National Dairy Council bridging the urban-rural divide through school farm visit

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