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motoring

Volkswagen Caravelle review: Spacious electric people carrier hampered by disappointing range

Volkswagen’s electric eight-seater impresses with comfort and versatility but raises serious questions over usability

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Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels leaves public exposed to fuel price shocks, report warns

<p>Correspondence from the NTA to the PAC says that there are now 98 electric buses purchased, but that have not yet entered operational use, with a further 12 on order that have not completed the manufacturing process. File picture</p>

politics

All electric buses currently in storage to join fleet by next year, says NTA

Skoda Enyaq vRS Coupé review: Fast, practical and still hard to justify

motoring

Skoda Enyaq vRS Coupé review: Fast, practical and still hard to justify

A Waymo self-driving taxi in London

economy

Self-driving cars could be introduced on Irish roads in a controlled rollout, experts say

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economy

Electric cars increase share of market to 27%

Best electric cars in Ireland 2026: The EVs worth considering now

Best electric cars in Ireland 2026: The EVs worth considering now

With 116 EV models now on sale, Irish motorists face more choice than ever before

Sat, 06 Jun, 2026

Electric car purchase incentives

New €5,000 EV scrappage scheme to launch for owners of older petrol and diesel cars

The pilot scheme is designed to encourage motorists to replace older vehicles with new electric models

Wed, 03 Jun, 2026

Electric car sales surge 115% during May

Electric car sales surge 115% during May

There were 2,335 new electric cars registered during May, compared to 1,086 registrations in May last year

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

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More than one-third of Irish people plan to buy an electric vehicle, poll finds

Strong public interest in electric cars coincides with rising fuel costs and accelerating EV sales growth

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

Electric car grant expanded

Searches for electric cars nearly double in the last year, DoneDeal says

'Electric car searches barely moved for 18 months, then jumped sharply from March this year.'

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

Opel Frontera review: Why this affordable electric SUV could be Ireland’s best-value family EV

Opel Frontera review: Why this affordable electric SUV could be Ireland’s best-value family EV

Affordable pricing, family-friendly practicality and solid driving dynamics make this electric SUV a compelling package

Sat, 30 May, 2026

Electric vehicles bound for shipment at a port in China

As Ireland's EV sales surge, is the age of oil-powered vehicles nearly over?

Nearly 17,000 EVs were sold in Ireland in the first four months of this year — that’s one in four cars purchased. Is the age of oil-powered vehicles nearly over?

Wed, 27 May, 2026

Leapmotor C10 REEV review: Chinese SUV offers EV driving without range anxiety

Leapmotor C10 REEV review: Chinese SUV offers EV driving without range anxiety

Leapmotor’s latest SUV blends electric driving with petrol-powered range extension to tackle lingering EV anxieties for motorists

Sat, 23 May, 2026

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EU carmakers pave way for Chinese rivals as balance in market shifts

Many European motoring manufacturers are in retreat with plants to off–load — while China’s industry is on the march

Fri, 15 May, 2026

Lexus RZ 350e review: Premium electric SUV offers luxury, range and value in growing EV market

Lexus RZ 350e review: Premium electric SUV offers luxury, range and value in growing EV market

Lexus strips back the futuristic quirks to deliver a refined, comfortable and competitively priced premium electric SUV

Sat, 09 May, 2026

These are the most affordable new convertibles on the market

These are the most affordable new convertibles on the market

Fancy the wind-in-the-hair experience? If you’re in the market for a new convertible, these are the most affordable options

Thu, 07 May, 2026

Volvo ES90 review: luxury EV impresses but touchscreen controls frustrate drivers

Volvo ES90 review: luxury EV impresses but touchscreen controls frustrate drivers

Refined electric saloon delivers exceptional comfort and performance, but overcomplicated digital controls undermine everyday usability and driver experience

Sat, 02 May, 2026

Electric car plugged in outside house

Home EV charger grants increase by nearly 40% so far this year

SEAI approved 9,412 grants for home electric car chargers in first three months as sales of EVs increase

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

EV maintenance: What needs regular servicing?

EV maintenance: What needs regular servicing?

An electric vehicle requires less maintenance than a combustion-powered car, though there are still components that need regular servicing

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

Leapmotor C10 review: An affordable electric SUV rival to the BMW X3 and Skoda Enyaq

Leapmotor C10 review: An affordable electric SUV rival to the BMW X3 and Skoda Enyaq

Leapmotor’s new electric SUV combines strong range, generous space and sharp pricing to challenge established European rivals in Ireland

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026

Citroen eC3 Aircross review: The low-cost electric SUV that could change the EV market

Citroen eC3 Aircross review: The low-cost electric SUV that could change the EV market

Citroen’s new electric SUV combines affordability, comfort and practicality, offering Irish drivers a realistic entry point into EV ownership

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

Latin woman charging an electric vehicle at home

Irish drivers turn to electric vehicles as fuel costs soar amid oil supply disruption

Rising oil prices and supply disruption are accelerating demand for electric vehicles, with Irish motorists seeking cheaper running costs

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026

Lexus RZ 500e review: no steering wheel, bold new tech — and a glimpse of the future of driving

Lexus RZ 500e review: no steering wheel, bold new tech — and a glimpse of the future of driving

Radical steer-by-wire system, strong performance and premium comfort combine in Lexus’s bold vision for the future of driving

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

Surge in electric car sales softens fall in new-car registrations in March

Surge in electric car sales softens fall in new-car registrations in March

Sales of new electric car saw a significant 52.1% increase compared to the same period last year, new data shows

Wed, 01 Apr, 2026

Volkswagen issues EV vehicle recall over battery issues 'which could lead to fire'

Volkswagen issues EV vehicle recall over battery issues 'which could lead to fire'

Company is contacting customers in Ireland as recall notices affects 100,000 vehicles across Europe

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Leapmotor T03 review: affordable electric city car arrives in Ireland under €20,000

Leapmotor T03 review: affordable electric city car arrives in Ireland under €20,000

Chinese-built electric supermini backed by Stellantis offers strong value, solid range and surprising quality for budget-conscious Irish drivers

Sun, 22 Mar, 2026

XPeng G6 review: Chinese electric SUV impresses on Irish roads despite resale concerns

XPeng G6 review: Chinese electric SUV impresses on Irish roads despite resale concerns

Improved handling, strong range and sharp pricing signal rapid progress for Chinese EV brands in Ireland

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

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Buying a car alone as a woman makes me feel like a sitting duck

Why are there so few female car salespeople? Surely women are a market to be taken seriously, writes Yvonne Reddin

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Kia EV5 review: Practical 500km family electric SUV targets Sportage buyers

Kia EV5 review: Practical 500km family electric SUV targets Sportage buyers

New Kia EV5 blends bold design, generous space and realistic range in a practical mid-sized electric SUV

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Electric car purchase incentives

CSO records 61% rise in new electric cars licensed in January

Also, the number of new petrol cars licensed in January fell by 22%

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Motoring column

These are the best crossovers on the market today

Crossovers blend SUV practicality with supermini exterior dimensions, which is why they are extremely popular here in Ireland

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Column ??? Volvo EX60: What???s the competition like?

Volvo EX60: What’s the competition like?

Volvo has just unveiled its most important car with the EX60 electric SUV. But which cars is it going up against?

Sun, 08 Feb, 2026

Renault 4 EV review: Why this retro-inspired electric hatch is a standout

Renault 4 EV review: Why this retro-inspired electric hatch is a standout

Renault’s electric revival of the R4 blends retro charm, real-world range and everyday practicality into a genuinely special small car

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Electric car purchase incentives

Electric car sales in Ireland overtake petrol and diesel

Strong January growth pushed electric cars ahead of petrol and diesel, while Tesla slipped and hybrids became Ireland’s top choice

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Government must consider how it will fill 'hole in the exchequer' caused by electric vehicles

Government must consider how it will fill 'hole in the exchequer' caused by electric vehicles

Irish Fiscal Advisory Council says extra expenditure needs to be financed through 'sustainable means that are going to stick around'

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026

Kia EV4 review: Why this electric hatchback sets a new benchmark for range, quality and value

Kia EV4 review: Why this electric hatchback sets a new benchmark for range, quality and value

Strong range, standout design and near-premium quality make Kia’s EV4 a compelling new force in the electric hatchback class

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

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From compact EVs to super SUVs: The most exciting electric cars launching in 2026

The EV market is set to get even more interesting in 2026 and we’ve picked out some of the key models to look out for over the next 12 months

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

New electric car registrations show significant recovery in 2025

New electric car registrations show significant recovery in 2025

To reach the Government's climate goal of 845,000 private electric cars on the road by 2030, 650,000 electric cars will have to be registered in the next five years

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Ford Puma Gen-E review: electric SUV falls short on range and ambition

Ford Puma Gen-E review: electric SUV falls short on range and ambition

Ford’s first fully in-house electric Puma handles well but delivers disappointing real-world range, underlining deeper problems with its EV strategy

Sun, 11 Jan, 2026

Parked Cars Are Neatly Lined Up In The Parking Area Of A Hospital

Need space but don’t want an SUV? Here are some of the best options on sale today

While there has been an overwhelming surge in the popularity of SUVs, for some, they still aren’t right. We’ve picked out some excellent alternatives

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

Citroën e-C3 review: value-led electric supermini makes a strong case

Citroën e-C3 review: value-led electric supermini makes a strong case

Citroën’s new e-C3 blends sensible pricing, everyday range and solid equipment to challenge rivals in the crowded electric supermini class

Sun, 04 Jan, 2026

Column ??? These are some of the best hybrids on sale today

EV sales hit record levels as Ireland surpasses climate targets

Electric and hybrid vehicles now dominate more than half of Ireland’s car market as overall registrations continue to rise

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

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S Irish Examiner Car of the Year 2025: Full winners list from EVs to family SUVs

From brilliant budget buys to electric performance pioneers, these are the standout cars that defined our year on Irish roads

Sat, 27 Dec, 2025

Peugeot e-408 review: the ‘non-SUV SUV’ that quietly gets everything right

Peugeot e-408 review: the ‘non-SUV SUV’ that quietly gets everything right

The Peugeot e-408 blends electric smoothness, family-friendly space and standout design in a confident alternative to conventional SUVs

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

‘Clinging to combustion engines won’t make European automakers great again’

‘Clinging to combustion engines won’t make European automakers great again’

Brussels softens its 2035 car emissions target as trade pressures, industry lobbying and competitiveness fears reshape EU climate policy

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

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Irish Examiner view: EV target for 2030 a flight of fancy now

It is clear to pretty much everyone that our world is not yet ready for fully electric motoring

Wed, 17 Dec, 2025

BYD Dolphin Surf review: Chinese EV disrupter lands a knockout blow in the city car market

BYD Dolphin Surf review: Chinese EV disrupter lands a knockout blow in the city car market

BYD’s bargain-priced Dolphin Surf delivers surprising quality, range and refinement, signalling how quickly Chinese EV makers are reshaping the market.

Sun, 07 Dec, 2025

How can I make sure my EV is running as efficiently as possible during winter?

How can I make sure my EV is running as efficiently as possible during winter?

While electric vehicles are affected by a fall in temperature, there are some measures to take to keep them at their most efficient

Thu, 27 Nov, 2025

Electric car purchase incentives

Government investment a 'drop in the ocean' of what's needed for electric vehicle charging

The Oireachtas Transport Committee heard that 10 times more funding is needed for fast, public electric vehicle charging

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025