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First Drives

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.

Audi S3 Sportback (2024) review

More power and a clever differential for the Audi S3, but has it helped with the car's appeal?

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Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI (2024) review

Mild updates for one of the best premium compact hatchbacks out there, the Audi A3.

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Mazda CX-30 e-Skyactiv X (2024) review

Mazda lightly refreshes the CX-30 crossover for the 2024 model year.

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Aston Martin DB12 Volante (2024) review

Aston's big and beautiful DB12 loses its top and becomes the DB12 Volante.

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Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 4x4 (2024) review

Skoda has jazzed the Kodiaq up with a modern design, fresh technology and tweaked engines, so is it as appealing as its predecessor?

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Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (2024) review

The Taycan Turbo GT is the first electric Porsche to earn the GT designation, and it doesn't disappoint.

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