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 M5 PHEV (2025) review
With plug-in hybrid power, the new BMW M5 is heavy and complex. Can it still be the hot saloon of choice?
Porsche 911 S⁄T (2024) review
The S/T is billed as a 911 for the die-hard Porsche purists, but will it be the 911 of choice for everyone else, too?
Kia EV6 (2025) review
Kia gives the EV6 electric crossover a few modest updates to keep it at the top of its game.
Audi A5 Saloon 2.0 TFSI (2025) review
Tasked with replacing the old A4 and the A5 Sportback, can the new A5 really take the fight to the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class?
Porsche Panamera GTS (2025) review
Porsche brings back the driver-focused GTS Panamera for one more outing. Can it deliver?
Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid (2025) review
Porsche gives its new Panamera PHEV flagship a colossal 782hp, but is that strictly necessary?