Irish Car News & Advice

Key Summary:The BMW X3 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is one of Ireland’s most popular premium SUVs in 2025, offering a balance of electric efficiency and petrol reassurance. With up to 55km electric-only range, strong 300bhp performance, and BMW’s trademark driving feel, it’s...

The Irish car market turned a corner this July, and the numbers show it. New vehicle registrations climbed, hybrid vehicles gained strength, and some models barely had time to gather dust before being snapped up. If you’re a dealer or finance partner, these figures...

After a gradual decrease in car insurance premiums from 2017 to 2023, prices are now on the rise, and customers are noticing. With costs set to continue to rise, how could this impact demand for cars in future? As a car dealer, how can you navigate this potential...

Buying a car online in Ireland, whether on DoneDeal, Carzone, Facebook Marketplace, or elsewhere, is super convenient… but scammers know that too. Scams targeting Irish car buyers are getting clever, and someone could lose thousands of euros before they even know what...

We’re already halfway through 2025, and the car industry has faced plenty of challenges, however, new car registrations are up from 2024, a positive sign of things to come. We’ve unpacked the latest data from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) to see...

Data provided by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) is a fantastic tool for dealerships looking to switch up their stock to maximise sales. While the report is lengthy, our summary is to the point and gets you the answers you’re looking for straight away....