Ford accepts Women’s World Car of the Year trophy
A jury of 18 female automotive journalists recently elected the Ford Fiesta as the “2013 Women World Car of the Year” and in Cologne Ford Motor Company were presented with the award. The Fiesta 1.0-litre EcoBoost claimed the top prize ahead of finalists including the Audi Allroad, Range Rover and Porsche Boxster S, and also received the 2013 Women’s World Car of the Year Economy Car award from the judging panel, which...
New Cars in 2014 – SsangYong to Volkswagen
In the fifth and final part of our 2014 preview we find out what’s coming our way from SsangYong to Volkswagen SsangYong South Korean car maker SsangYong lanunched their Korando, Korando Sport and Rodius this year. A new Rexton will join the range in March. Under the bonnet of the new seven seater is a 2.0 turbo diesel engine with155 bhp. Prices are expected to be in the region of €45,000 and the new addition should enhance the...
Great Deals for Under €10,000
There’s a motor out there for eveyone from the cheap and cheerful to a little bit of luxury writes Suzanne Keane The drop in new car sales over the past few years has created a shortage of good second hand cars. But with a bit of time and research the savvy car buyer can still drive away with a good deal. Here are 12 used cars we recommend, that you should be able to find for around €9,000. With the arrival of Dacia to the Irish...
