Michael Moroney

mmoroney@farmersjournal.ie

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

With a new Opel Grandland up for grabs in an Irish Farmers Journal competition, Michael Moroney takes one for a test drive.

MOTORS 12 August 2026

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

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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

NEWS 22 July 2026

Iconic Jeep brand leaning towards on-road market

Iconic Jeep brand leaning towards on-road market

MOTORS 8 July 2026

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

MOTORS 24 June 2026

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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 1 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 1 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 1 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 1 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 1 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.

MOTORS 1 April 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 1 April 2026

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