Nevo Electric Vehicle Show 2026 draws record 42,012 visitors to Dublin
The Nevo EV Show 2026 welcomed a record 42,012 visitors to RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin on 7 and 8 November. Held in partnership with Bank of Ireland, the free show featured more than 140 vehicles from 41 automotive brands and delivered 557 test drives over two days. Nevo EV Show 2026 attendance and highlights Saturday drew 24,786 visitors, with another 17,226 attending on Sunday. By around 9am on Saturday, an estimated 900 people were...
Public EV Charging Costs in Ireland: Prices, Plans and Fees Explained
A quick top-up can come with a few surprises. When you charge an electric car in public, the bill depends on more than how much electricity you buy. The network, payment method, time of day and length of your stop can all make a difference. According to the Irish EV Association’s price tracker, updated on 2 November 2026, headline ad-hoc DC charging rates range from 60c to 87c per kWh, with some overnight rates lower. For a 40kWh...
How to Reduce Motoring Costs in Ireland: 5 Practical Tips
Filling the tank can feel expensive enough. But the weekly fuel bill is only part of what your car is costing you, writes Geraldine Herbert Insurance, tax, servicing and repairs all add up. Then there’s depreciation: the money your car loses in value while sitting outside your home.Research by the Economic and Social Research Institute found that 72pc of more than 800 Irish motorists underestimated their annual motoring costs,...
Toll Increases 2027 – 10 Things Drivers Need to Know
What do the new toll rates mean for your pocket? Motorists face another increase in the cost of getting around from January, with higher tolls approved across much of the national road network. Most car journeys affected will cost an extra 10c or 20c, while Dublin Port Tunnel’s morning peak charge will rise by €1. Here are the ten things to know. 1. The new charges begin on New Year’s Day The revised rates take effect on January 1,...
Storm Austen: Driving Tips for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
Storm Austen is set to bring heavy rain, strong winds and flooding to Ireland on Thursday night and Friday morning. A familiar road can become a very different journey when heavy rain reduces visibility, surface water builds up and sudden gusts catch vehicles side-on. As Storm Austen approaches, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging road users to take extra care on Thursday, 22 October, and Friday, 23 October. Orange rain warnings...
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