Rimac’s latest fully-electric supercar is packed with performance – but it wasn’t the first of its type to use plug-in power for added boost.

The next generation Astra will be available as a dynamic five-door hatchback and versatile Sports Tourer estate.

The impressive BMW M3 and M4: Both are powered by three litre, twin-turbocharged, straight six engines, delivering 510 bhp and a 0-100km/h time of 3.8 seconds.

Described as the BMW Group’s new technology flagship, it is the first Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) conceived as an all-electric vehicle from the ground up.

Mazda celebrated its centenary in 2020 - but hardly anyone outside the company noticed. And, true to form, its special anniversary trim Mazda 6 is sound but underwhelming

The variety for electric cars on the market keeps on growing here. Shane O’Donoghue groups them by size to take a closer look

The actor is believed to have bought the 2012 car from new as a 50th birthday gift to himself.

The pandemic planting craze continues apace, with cacti grown on dashboards. Not to mention the gardens springing up in fire stations and along railway sidings

Diesel now accounts for 36.39%, Petrol 31.89%, Hybrid 16.63%, Electric 6.46% and Plug-in Electric Hybrid 6.21%. 

The German company is going for the mainstream with this good family car. Darren Cassey finds out if it hits the nail on the head

The 218s breaks with BMW tradition in being front-wheel-drive, and has a robust 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine.

Electric vehicle expert says hybrids are still dependent on fossil fuels and produce harmful emissions

The UK’s first driverless shuttles have taken to the road in Cambridge, carrying their first passengers in a trial alongside normal traffic.

Tax breaks for buying hybrid cars are winding down — so now may be the best time to finally go electric, writes Shane O’Donoghue

Seat Ateca — whose digital assistant has been given the name Laura — hides its light under a bushel of blandness. The design is underwhelming, but it really does deliver in terms of price, practicality, and all-round usefulness. Thanks, Laura.

Those of us of a certain age might feel a twinge of excitement at the mention of the name Opel Manta. The legendary Manta was launched over 50 years ago with a four-cylinder petrol engine, but today it is all change.

Ireland will phase out petrol and diesel engines from 2030, so it’s time to familiarise yourself with the various electric options, says Shane O’Donoghue

Honda e — one of the coolest, most magnetic and charming of the electric car genre, a remarkable feat of engineering and design.

Looking for an electrified model with seven-seat practicality? These are the SUVs for you, says Craig Cheetham

When it comes to performance cars, much of the appeal is the evocative sound of the engine.

Even with continual improvements to the public charging networks, it’s not very convenient yet to cover long distances on a daily basis and solely rely on public chargers.

The good-looking Mercedes-Benz GLA is an attractive design both inside and out. The PHEV element has its drawbacks dealing with both ICE and EV platforms.

It’s been a little while since the German brand reinvented a British icon – so how has it changed over the years? Jack Evans takes a look

Petrolheads who feared that VW’s push to electric motoring would see the end of some of the company’s traditional models got a boost last week with the unveiling of the new Polo.

The monstrous BMW X7 weighs more than 2.3 tonnes but the handling is as sharp as most saloons; meanwhile, the interior can only be described as opulent, with sumptuous seating.

Golf is back in full swing this week as Covid restrictions are eased.

Mercedes’ new luxury electric — the EQS — is expected to have its market launch here next September, following its international unveiling this week.

The Toyota Yaris' looks, combined with it overcoming hybrid limitations, proved decisive in winning the prestigious ECOTY gong

For Audi, the Q4 e-Tron is its first real chance to grab a slice of the compact crossover SUV market so far dominated by Tesla.

Despite Ford Ireland now but a sub-office of Ford of Britain, its still got two of the most popular marques on the market. And its latest release is one to revel in

This is a car which has natural ‘everyman’ appeal, but derivative versions such as the vRS strain have also built a strong customer base.

Fiat was a top-three brand in Ireland for decades and its cars here were as ubiquitous as the Catholic Church. Last year Fiat sold a total of 219 vehicles here.

Morgan has recently appointed a distributor for Ireland and the company, still on the go after some 111 years, has now unleashed the first in its ‘CX-Generation'

GR already a nailed-on classic

Latest Opel model is a work in progress

Aston Martin has pledged to build all its electric cars from 2025.

 Mustang Mach-e is an impressive entry into the electric vehicle market

Only 25% of Irish drivers would buy an EV, though they are 70% cheaper to run. A new campaign wants to change their minds

The beautiful Mercedes E-Class coupe is for the aspirational

Ford Capri was marketed as Europe's Mustang

VW ID.3 Rating ...

Opel brand has loyal Irish following

Audi's A3 Sportback has all the bases covered — from performance, to looks, to passenger comfort and technology levels

Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV Rating ...

Convertible not suited to Irish weather

E300de is top class PHEV