First Drive – BMW M5
What is it? Labelled the world’s fastest four-door and the best-handling saloon, the M5 is a high-performance version of the regular BMW 5 series. First impression of the new M5 The new M5 looks very like a regular 5-Series until you spot the four exhausts, a small spoiler and the deeper front bumpers. Essentially it’s a luxury 5 series saloon that houses incredible power but still manages to be sufficiently understated that...
Opel Astra GTC 1.4T
Interior of the Opel Astra GTC The Astra GTC is one of the most stunning cars around, so does it live up to its good looks. We find out… What is it? A three-door sporty version of the Astra Hatchback it is designed to give a more driver- oriented appeal. Who is it aimed at? Definitely more suited to those willing to make a few compromises, like space or back seats, but if such considerations are not an issue you get sleek looks,...
Kirsteen O’Sullivan Drives the Skoda Yeti – Practical, Fuel Efficient and Quietly Confident.
Originally from Fife in Scotland, Kirsteen O’Sullivan now lives in Dublin with her husband David who hails from Sligo. A regular face on Xpose, TV3’s fashion and celebrity show, Kirsteen has also presented Xccelerate, TV3’s motoring show and the Champions and Europa League shows. What was your very first car? An electric blue Ford Fiesta, complete with choke and all. It was a great wee motor and I still have very...
Katie Taylor, Ireland’s Boxing Hero, Looks To The Future In Her New Toyota Auris Hybrid
Katie Taylor, Ireland’s triple World and five-time European Amateur Boxing Champion, has picked the new Toyota Auris Hybrid as her car of choice as she continues her boxing career. Katie, who has been a Toyota ambassador since 2010, is one of Ireland’s most successful and celebrated sports stars of all time. “Not only do I love the look of the Auris Hybrid, but as a person with a strong interest in the protection of the...
