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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.

Lexus LC 500h review

Lexus' new coupe is stunning to look at, packed with clever tech, good to drive, and built better than a Rolex.

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Ferrari 488 GTB review

Has turbocharging dulled the senses of Ferrari’s mid-engined V8 coupe? Erm, no.

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Porsche 911 GT3 manual review

Porsche has relented and given purists the option to buy its sensational new 911 GT3 with a manual gearbox. Praise be...

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Audi RS 3 Saloon review

Audi ramps up the RS 3’s power outputs and introduces a four-door Saloon model, too...

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Jaguar F-Type 2.0 Coupe review

Jaguar's F-Type looks as stunning as ever and its new four-cylinder engine is a cracker.

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Nissan X-Trail 2.0-litre diesel review

Do Nissan's mid-life revisions for the X-Trail SUV go far enough?

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