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Running on Empty: Donegal driving instructors feel pressure of rising fuel costs
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (304+ words) Many local instructors may struggle to remain viable, as fuel costs continue to rise amid global uncertainty. 11 Apr 2026 8: 33 AM Driving instructors in Donegal are also feeling the strain of rising fuel costs linked to the ongoing Iran War, with many…...
12, 000 extra to run three trucks due to fuel costs, says Laois fuel protester in Portlaoise
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (623+ words) Barry Cuddy among the many protestors at the J17 motorway blockade in Portlaoise. 10 Apr 2026 8: 33 PM The stark, unsustainable cost of doing business was outlined at the fuel protest in Portlaoise on the day talks were taking place to end the blockades…...
Denza confirms D9 luxury minivan will be coming to the UK
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (300+ words) 09 Apr 2026 3: 45 PM Denza has confirmed that the D9 luxury minivan will be arriving in the UK this year. Denza is the premium sub-brand of the Chinese giant, BYD. It has just launched its first model here in Europe with the Z9 GT,…...
Long-term report: Our Mazda CX-80 shows it's a true all-rounder
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (427+ words) 08 Apr 2026 9: 55 AM The Mazda CX-80 is really earning its keep as the perfect long-distance cruiser, soaking up thousands of miles since my last report. But while it's refreshing to have a car that laps up long journeys, it means that the…...
Mini creates one-off John Cooper Works Convertible for longtime enthusiast
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (289+ words) 08 Apr 2026 11: 25 AM Mini has created a one-off John Cooper Works Convertible for a long-serving customer. Named the "Mini. 01, the car will be delivered to the client in the United States, while the vehicle was produced at the firms plant in…...
Toyota RAV4 will be priced at "43, 845
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (241+ words) 08 Apr 2026 10: 05 AM Toyota has announced that the new sixth-generation RAV4 will be priced at "43, 845 when it goes on sale later this year. The RAV4 kick-started the SUV trend and six generations later, it has gone on to be one of the world's…...
REVEALED: Almost 50% of Tipperary NCTs in 2026 have been failed
1+ week, 2+ day ago (435+ words) 03 Apr 2026 7: 33 PM 45. 7% of cars that went for NCT tests since the start of 2026 in Tipperary failed the test, across both the Cahir and Nenagh test centres. Of this 45. 7%, 6. 81% of them were considered to be dangerous fails. From January 1 to April…...
Hyundai's Boulder Concept is a rugged Defender rival
1+ week, 3+ day ago (322+ words) 03 Apr 2026 11: 25 AM Hyundai is aiming to tackle the rugged off-roader market with its new Boulder Concept. Unveiled at this week's New York Auto Show, the Boulder Concept follows a traditional body-on-frame design and is expected to reach production by 2030. The…...
First Drive: Renault's Twingo is back as an urban-focused EV
1+ week, 6+ day ago (468+ words) 31 Mar 2026 12: 25 AM It feels like Renault is on a bit of a roll. It kicked off a new age with its now-successful Renault 5 and quickly followed up with the more spacious 4. Now, it's looking to revive yet another household name…...