There’s a moment every year when the car show season properly wakes up. A collective shrug turns into intent, winter projects are finally deemed “finished enough”, and the scene remembers exactly why it does this in the first place. For an increasing number of enthusiasts, that moment is marked—

A sunny-day gathering of classic, rally, touring and vintage cars brought hundreds to Florida Manor near Killinchy—raising funds for Killinchy Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church’s plans for a new hall. Florida Manor, just outside Killinchy, provided the backdrop for a car show that mixed the shine of cherished classics with

NAPA Auto Parts Irish Tarmac Rally Championship David Kelly and Shane Buckley secured their first Circuit of Ireland and Irish Tarmac Rally Championship victory after a dramatic final day saw them hold off Josh Moffett and Andy Hayes by just half a second. The Donegal crew balanced speed and caution

A clear shift, in real time Used Cars NI has been part of the Northern Irish motoring scene for years. We watch how people here search, what they look for, and how that changes when life around them changes. Right now, something significant is happening. Since fuel prices began climbing

Josh Heron on Family Cars NI, hard-earned growth, and keeping car sales personal At Logan’s Fashions Complex on Frosses Road, rows of affordable, well‑prepared cars tell only part of the story. Behind Family Cars NI is a far more personal journey— one shaped by early mornings in a

29th & 30th August 2026 | Eikon Exhibition Centre, Belfast Northern Ireland, get ready — one of the most exciting new family events of the year has just been announced! The Star Car Show is set to take over the Eikon Exhibition Centre on Bank Holiday Weekend, 29th & 30th August 2026,

To mark 20 years of Used Cars NI, I sat down with our Chairman and co-founder Cecil Hetherington to look back at where it all began. From spotting a gap in the market before most people had even heard of online car sales, to overnight van runs and a magazine

If you're thinking about buying a new car in 2026, it's worth taking a few minutes to get up to speed on some changes that came into force at the start of the year. It's one of those things that hasn't had

Prices starting from £33,245 | Range up to 388 miles (WLTP) Kia has been on a remarkable run with electric cars, and the new EV4 might just be its most important model yet. Slotting into the heart of the UK’s C‑segment, the EV4 takes aim at cars like

Hyundai’s electric range has grown rapidly in recent years, but the arrival of the INSTER marks something genuinely new for the brand. As Hyundai’s first small EV developed specifically for Europe, INSTER slots neatly into the booming urban SUV segment, promising compact dimensions, strong technology and a usable

Audi Sport is celebrating 50 years of its legendary five‑cylinder engine with the launch of an exclusive special-edition model: the Audi RS 3 Competition Limited. With just 750 units set for global production—and a mere 11 allocated to the UK—this rare variant marks a significant milestone in

Built on the values of intelligence, empathy and care, Northern Ireland based TBC Conversions, one of the leading conversion companies in the UK and Ireland, is celebrating 20 years in business this year. Founded in 2006, TBC has grown from a small, ambitious operation into a trusted name in the

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, has welcomed the return of national rallying to the heart of Downpatrick this summer. The town is hosting a round of the Brown & Brown Northern Ireland Rally Championship with the main event starting and finishing at the St Patrick

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is elevating its iconic Transporter line‑up for 2026 with two new standout variants: the flagship Sportline and the sleek, design‑focused Commerce Pro S. Together, they bring sharpened styling, premium materials and a more commanding road presence to one of Britain’s best‑loved vans. Celebrating

Saltmarine Cars has marked 2025 as a landmark year for the business, securing five major national award wins that underline its position as one of the UK’s leading automotive retailers. The company’s exceptional run of success began in July 2025 at the Motor Trader Independent Dealer Awards in

The 2026 Briggs Equipment North West 200 is gearing up for one of its most exciting editions yet, following a high‑profile launch at BBC Blackstaff Studios in Belfast. Rising British Superbike star Storm Stacey and experienced road racer Rob Hodson headline a strong roster of newcomers preparing to take

Ballyclare dealership unveils corporate rebrand as it celebrates major milestone and reflects on an evolving industry. Stephen Mawhinney Motors is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a significant £75,000 investment in its family‑run Ballyclare dealership, reinforcing its longstanding reputation for quality vehicles, excellent customer service and strong community ties.

Round 2 of the 2026 World Rally Championship proved positive for the local crews, despite constantly changing stage conditions that pushed teams to their limits. For Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy drivers Josh McErlean and Jon Armstrong, the iconic season opener delivered strong results, with Armstrong even battling former champion Thierry

NAPA Auto Parts Irish Tarmac Rally Championship Callum Devine kicked off his 2026 Irish Tarmac Rally Championship title defence in style with a commanding victory on the Galway International Rally alongside Noel O’Sullivan. The Skoda duo claimed their first win on the season-opening event, surviving challenging conditions to secure

The 2026 World Rally Championship opener proved to be one of the most demanding Rallye Monte‑Carlo events in recent memory, with treacherous weather and constantly changing stage conditions pushing crews to their limits. For Motorsport Ireland Rally Academy drivers Josh McErlean and Jon Armstrong, the iconic season opener delivered

Volvo is making one of its boldest moves yet into the electric future with the launch of the all‑new, all‑electric Volvo EX60—a mid‑size SUV designed to remove the final barriers to going electric and redefine what customers can expect from the segment. Positioned in the world’

With the EV9, Kia has taken a decisive step into full‑size electric SUV territory, delivering a vehicle that feels every inch the brand’s new flagship. Bold, tech‑heavy and genuinely family‑friendly, the EV9 isn’t just another large electric SUV – it’s a statement of intent. Big,