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CUPRA unveils the CUPRA Raval: the rebellious electric urban car that challenges convention

2+ day, 4+ hour ago  (319+ words) CUPRA has revealed the CUPRA Raval, a bold new entrant to the electric urban vehicle segment. Designed to deliver both emotional appeal and everyday usability, the CUPRA Raval combines compact dimensions with impressive interior space, performance, and advanced technology. The…...

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New car registrations: down 10. 4% in March 2026; Battery Electric Vehicles up 52%

6+ day, 4+ hour ago  (263+ words) The Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) have released its official 261 new vehicle registration statistics for March." New car registrations for March were down 10. 4% (15, 485) compared to March 2025 (17, 291). Registrations year to date are up 0. 28% (64, 967) on the same period last year…...

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REVIEW: Opel Frontera - Hybrid

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (616+ words) Opel describe their new Frontera as an SUV. But last week I was parked outside a shop and one the staff remarked: "Is that your green jeep outside. Up to that point I had never thought of the Frontera as…...

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Double victory: BMW i X3 named "World Car of the Year" and "World Electric Vehicle" 2026

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (636+ words) The first Neue Klasse model was named the 2026 "World Car of the Year, beating out competitors across all powertrain categories. In addition, the BMW i X3 won the 2026 "World Electric Vehicle accolade. During extensive test drives, the model impressed the jury…...

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avondhupress. ie > mazda6e-wins-2026-world-car-design-of-the-year-award

Mazda6e wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year award

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (260+ words) Mazda is proud to announce that the all'electric Mazda6e has been awarded the 2026 World Car Design of the Year (WCDOTY). The award was officially revealed this week at the New York International Auto Show. This recognition marks Mazda's'third'win in the World…...

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avondhupress. ie > review-suzuki-e-vitara

REVIEW: Suzuki e-Vitara

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (608+ words) Suzuki, who have a great reputation with mature Irish people like myself and also with first-time buyers, held off for a long time before making the switch to full electric. But last week in Enniskerry they launched their first full…...

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FINETUNING ON THE N'RBURGRING: New Opel Corsa GSE undergoes final testing

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (336+ words) avondhupress. ie After recently announcing the arrival of the new Opel Corsa GSE later this year, the German brand is now putting the all-electric hot hatch through its paces. The newcomer was recently tested on the legendary N'rburgring with special…...

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avondhupress. ie > slatterys-garage-puckane-partners-with-comedian-pat-shortt-as-brand-ambassador

Slatterys Garage Puckane partners with comedian Pat Shortt as Brand Ambassador

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (216+ words) Slatterys Garage, Puckane, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary has announced a new partnership with one of Ireland's best-known entertainers, Pat Shortt, who will act as a brand ambassador for the dealership while driving the stylish Peugeot 3008 Hybrid. The popular comedian, actor, writer…...

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avondhupress. ie > volvo-cars-recognised-as-a-world-leader-in-software-defined-cars

Volvo Cars recognised as a world leader in software-defined cars

3+ week, 3+ hour ago  (261+ words) Volvo Cars has achieved the highest possible ranking on carmakers" software defined capabilities by'S&P Global Mobility. It is the only legacy carmaker globally to reach Level 5 SDV (software-defined vehicle) capability.' The recognition highlights Volvo Cars" ability to improve nearly…...

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avondhupress. ie > honda-ireland-announce-anna-daly-as-new-brand-ambassador

Honda Ireland announce Anna Daly as new Brand Ambassador

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (313+ words) Honda Ireland has announced that multi award-winning TV broadcaster and Entrepreneur, Anna Daly has signed as a year-long brand ambassador with the car brand. This exciting partnership will see Anna rediscover the incredible Honda car range and what it has…...