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Opel grows the Grandland in size
Michael Moroney
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.
Opel grows the Grandland in size
Quartermaster keeps the pick-up wheel moving
12 February 2025 Motors
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.
Ford explores the electric option in new SUV
29 January 2025 Motors
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.
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.
15 January 2025 Motors
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.
18 December 2024 Motors
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.
4 December 2024 Motors
Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric voted Irish Car of the Year 2025
The Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric was voted as the Irish Car of the Year for 2025 in association with Continental Tyres, by the 30 members of the Motoring Media Association of Ireland (MMAI).
20 November 2024 Motors
Is it time to think about electric cars on Irish farms?
There are plenty of new incentives towards electric cars that might this option more attractive for your farm, and its always down to running costs.
6 November 2024 Motors
Nissan’s Qashqai refreshed not reinvented
Nissan’s popular Qashqai has been given some feature upgrades to add to its safety specification, along with new lighting and tasteful redesigns, writes Michael Moroney.
23 October 2024 Motors
Comparison of compact SUVs with a touch of hybrid
The market for compact SUVs is booming and Michael Moroney takes at look at some of the options compared with the best-selling Toyota Yaris Cross.
9 October 2024 Motors
Renault’s new E-Scenic is a winner alright
Renault’s new E-Scenic was awarded the coveted title of Car of the Year 2024 across Europe and the stylish battery electric car is worthy of a test drive, following this report.
25 September 2024 Motors
Land Cruiser highlight despite motoring lower profile at Ploughing 2024
The motor industry exhibits for Ploughing 2024 are significantly scaled down compared with previous years.
11 September 2024 Motors