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Meet Our CEO
We’ve recently welcomed Austin Behan as CEO of LM Operations. With experience spanning motor retail, banking and automotive finance, including roles at EBS, Permanent TSB and BMW, Austin joins us at a time when clarity, trust and simplicity in car finance matter more...
Buying A Used Car In Ireland In 2026 | Complete Buyer’s Guide
Key Summary Buying a used car in Ireland can save money, but it pays to do your homework first. Before buying, set a realistic budget, check the vehicle's history, review its service records, inspect the paperwork and take a proper test drive. Whether you buy from a...
The Social Media Playbook Irish Car Dealerships Are Using To Generate More Enquiries
Key Summary An effective social media strategy for Irish car dealerships focuses on five areas: vehicle content, customer stories, educational posts, staff content and community engagement. Most dealerships should post 5-7 times per week, prioritise short-form video,...
More Car Finance Approvals: A Practical Guide For Irish Dealers And Brokers In 2026
A customer walks into your showroom, finds a vehicle they like and agrees on a monthly payment that fits their budget. The application goes to a lender. A few minutes later, the answer comes back… Declined. Every dealer and broker in Ireland knows the feeling....
Hybrids Are Winning Irish Buyers: Why Dealers May Want More Of Them On The Forecourt In 2026
The Irish market keeps leaning in one direction. Drivers are asking for lower running costs, but many are still stopping short of fully electric cars. They want something familiar, practical, and easy to live with. Hybrids sit neatly in that gap. Recent Irish market...
Irish Used Car Budgets Hit €21,300: What Dealers Need To Stock, Price And Finance In 2026
Irish buyers are arriving on forecourts with more money than they had a year ago. The average car-buying budget has climbed to €21,300, up €1,900 year on year. At the same time, ownership cycles are getting shorter. Drivers are now changing cars every 5.2 years on...





