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Star Car Show to bring film and TV vehicle replicas to Belfast this August

Star Car Show to bring film and TV vehicle replicas to Belfast this August

Two-day event at the Eikon Exhibition Centre will combine movie-themed displays with classic and performance cars BELFAST — The Star Car Show will take place on 29–30 August 2026 at the Eikon Exhibition Centre, with early-bird tickets available online. A new family event combining motoring culture with

North West 200 2026: High Drama, Red Flags and Performances to Remember

North West 200 2026: High Drama, Red Flags and Performances to Remember

Strong winds, repeated stoppages and no shortage of tension made Saturday at the 2026 Briggs Equipment North West 200 a test of nerve as much as speed. Yet through seven red flags and six interrupted races, the Triangle still delivered the kind of duels, milestones and breakout rides that define

Momentum builds for Moffett…

Momentum builds for Moffett…

Sam Moffett and Pierce O’Callaghan scored a top Brown & Brown points position at the McKinney Competitions Circuit of Ireland to now sit two points shy of series leader Jonathan Greer, writes William Neill. Moffett, taking part on both days, finished fourth in the overall rally but importantly was

Greer wins Bishopscourt!

Greer wins Bishopscourt!

A fastest time on the final stage from Aaron McLaughlin wasn’t enough to budge Jonathan Greer from the lead position with the Carryduff man and Niall Burns taking their Toyota Yaris Rally2 to its first win at the Brown & Brown opener by 8.5 seconds, writes William Neill.

McGonigle takes back Fivemiletown

McGonigle takes back Fivemiletown

For the second time IN-Sport’s Niall McGonigle has won the Samsonas Fivemiletown Rally - putting to bed a retirement last year - to now lead the Brown & Brown Northern Ireland Forest Rally Challenge, writes William Neill. Running Pirelli tyres the Strabane man, with co-driver Caolan McKenna, moved into

Mazda CX 60

Crafted in Japan, tuned for Britain Mazda’s CX‑60 represents one of the boldest shifts in the brand’s modern history. Positioned above the mainstream CX‑5 and sitting alongside the larger CX‑80, this is Mazda stepping confidently into premium territory – and doing so with a distinctly Japanese

Northern Ireland Car Insurance Prices Remain High as GB Drivers See Bigger Falls

Northern Ireland Car Insurance Prices Remain High as GB Drivers See Bigger Falls

For many drivers across Northern Ireland, the cost of keeping a car on the road remains a real concern. While car insurance prices have started to fall across much of the UK, new figures from our partner CompareNI.com show that Northern Ireland has seen only a very small drop.

Honda Civic e-HEV…

Honda Civic e-HEV…

Refined Hybrid Hatchback with Driver Focus Still Intact In a marketplace increasingly dominated by full electric vehicles, the Honda Civic e:HEV stands out as a refreshingly sensible alternative. Blending self‑charging hybrid efficiency with traditional Honda driving polish, the latest refreshed Civic proves that electrification doesn’t have to

MINI turns 25: the Oxford-built icon that keeps reinventing itself

MINI turns 25: the Oxford-built icon that keeps reinventing itself

There are cars you buy, and cars that quietly move into the national psyche. The modern MINI—cheeky, compact and unmistakably British—belongs firmly in the second camp. And in 2026 it hits a landmark worth celebrating: 25 years since BMW Group restarted MINI production in the UK, turning a

Kia Sportage…

Sharper looks, broader choice and improved tech keep Kia’s bestseller firmly on top Few cars define Kia’s success in the UK quite like the Sportage. First launched in 1995 and now into its fifth generation, it has become not only Kia’s best‑seller, but one of the

Dubshed 2026: Where the Year Begins

Dubshed 2026: Where the Year Begins

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—

Florida Manor car show draws big crowd to support local church hall appeal

Florida Manor car show draws big crowd to support local church hall appeal

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

Kelly claims maiden ITRC victory after dramatic Circuit of Ireland…

Kelly claims maiden ITRC victory after dramatic Circuit of Ireland…

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

Why Used EV Searches Have Jumped 79% in Northern Ireland

Why Used EV Searches Have Jumped 79% in Northern Ireland

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

Family Cars NI: From Workshop to Forecourt

Family Cars NI: From Workshop to Forecourt

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

STAR CAR SHOW ROARS INTO BELFAST THIS AUGUST

STAR CAR SHOW ROARS INTO BELFAST THIS AUGUST

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,

20 Years. One Vision: The Story of Used Cars NI

20 Years. One Vision: The Story of Used Cars NI

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

New Car Rules in Northern Ireland. Here's What You Need to Know

New Car Rules in Northern Ireland. Here's What You Need to Know

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

Kia EV4

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 INSTER Review: Small EV, Big Personality

Hyundai INSTER Review: Small EV, Big Personality

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 Unveils RS 3 Competition Limited

Audi Unveils RS 3 Competition Limited

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

TBC Conversions: Celebrating 20 Years Of Compassionate Craft

TBC Conversions: Celebrating 20 Years Of Compassionate Craft

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

Chairperson welcomes rally championship round in Downpatrick

Chairperson welcomes rally championship round in Downpatrick

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

First Class Cargo: Volkswagen Revamps Transporter Range With New Sportline and Commerce Pro S Trims

First Class Cargo: Volkswagen Revamps Transporter Range With New Sportline and Commerce Pro S Trims

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

Five National Award Wins Crown a Year of Outstanding Growth for Saltmarine Cars

Five National Award Wins Crown a Year of Outstanding Growth for Saltmarine Cars

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