Access all our first drives in new cars here. The test drives usually take place at international launches abroad months before the cars go on sale in Ireland. Sometimes the cars won't be to Irish specification and pricing may not be available at the time of writing.
BMW 330e Saloon review

BMW's core 3 Series gets a plug-in hybrid drivetrain in the 330e.
Porsche 911 Carrera 4S review

Porsche's new turbocharged Carrera now comes with four-wheel drive and familiar performance.
Smart Fortwo Cabrio review

Smart unveils the world's tiniest convertible, the Fortwo Cabrio.
Porsche 911 Turbo S review

Porsche's 911 Carreras might now all use forced induction, but there's only one true Turbo.
Kia Sportage review

We get an early drive of the fourth-generation Kia Sportage in pre-production guise.
Ford Focus RS review

Like John McLane and Harry Potter before it, can the third generation Focus RS overcome sequel-itis and be as thrilling as ever?