Motoring

Electric cars versus hybrids: key differences between BEV, HEV, MHEV and PHEV

Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common, but confusion remains over what counts as an EV, Dermot Forristal compares BEVs, hybrids and plugin hybrids as well as their positives and negatives

MOTORS 2 September 2026

Electric cars versus hybrids: key differences between BEV, HEV, MHEV and PHEV

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Iconic Jeep brand leaning towards on-road market

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Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

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Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

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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 10 December 2025

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 10 December 2025

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 10 December 2025

Test driving the Opel Frontera Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Cross

Test driving the Opel Frontera Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Cross

A tale of two mid-size hybrid SUVs - Opel Frontera v Toyota Corolla Cross.

MOTORS 10 December 2025

Kia EV5 sparking an option to Sportage

Kia EV5 sparking an option to Sportage

This is the fifth in the range of battery electric vehicles and the best of them all.

MOTORS 10 December 2025

MG brand makes a wider return

Brand has made a significant impression in Ireland since 2020 after a 15-year absence.

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Land Cruiser gets fresh Grenadier Challenge in 4x4 commercial market

Land Cruiser gets fresh Grenadier Challenge in 4x4 commercial market

New challenge on the way for 2026 in the shape of a technically revised and more competitive Ineos Grenadier 4x4.

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At the heart of the community: more than just a pub

The rural pub has been more than just somewhere to stop for a drink. It is a meeting place, a social outlet and an important part of community life, bringing together farmers, families & local groups.

At the heart of the community: more than just a pub

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