Irish Car News & Advice

We’ve combed through SIMIs latest motor stats to bring you the latest on the car industry in Ireland. Find out the most popular makes and models, fuel types and car type.Quick Overview – Car Registrations Grow 5,900 more cars were registered in the period August 2025...

Key summary: Rising insurance premiums and an average monthly running cost of €224 are reshaping how Irish consumers shop for cars. This guide breaks down how General Managers and F&I teams can shift marketing from sticker prices to Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)...

Purchasing a car brings genuine excitement for many drivers, yet for others, the process presents significant friction. Industry data from the Carzone Motoring Report indicates that while 40% of Irish drivers describe car buying as exciting, 25% find the experience...

Quick Answer – Yes, a bigger deposit improves your chances of car finance approval. It reduces how much you owe, reducing the level of risk a lender would take on by offering you finance. A large deposit also shows a signal of commitment to a potential lender, which...

Car ownership dynamics in Ireland are undergoing a noticeable shift. Recent automotive market research indicates that the average replacement interval has compressed from 5.6 years to 5.2 years. At the same time, planned buyer budgets have risen by an average of...

Used car imports into Ireland grew sharply over the first six months of the year. Central Statistics Office (CSO) data shows imported used private cars rose by more than 25% compared to the same period last year. Petrol and diesel models, along with standard hybrid...