Does the new fully electric Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback drive as well as it looks?

Following the consolidation of 9 major motor brands and the completion of a phased relocation of 129 staff, Gowan Auto recently opened its doors to the media for a tour of the new premises based in Citywest, Dublin. To support its strategic vision and ambitions, Gowan Auto, the exclusive importer, and distributor of Alfa Romeo, Citroën, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Honda, Jeep, Opel, and Peugeot in the Republic of Ireland, has united its suite of car brands, teams

Exciting times as the close-to-production ready Audi Q6 e-tron marks the beginning of the largest model offensive in the history of the brand with the four rings. Audi will introduce more than 20 new models by 2025 – more than 10 of which will be electric. The future Q6 e-tron model series marks the inauguration of e-mobility at the Ingolstadt headquarters. An in-house battery assembly facility underpins Audi’s commitment to electric mobility. Audi is currently putting the pr

The Minister for Land Use and Biodiversity, Senator Pippa Hackett, today announced an investment of €150,000 by her department in continuing to upskill Agricultural Consultants Association (ACA) advisors in organic farming. This programme builds on funding provided in 2022 which enabled over 100 ACA advisors to attend training, receive the support of an organic specialist, and host successful farm walks; and ultimately proved to be very effective in assisting record numbers o

ESB is set to power Northern Ireland towards a cleaner, net zero future. To support more EVs on our roads, the company are investing in and making necessary upgrades to the ESB public charging network across Northern Ireland. As part of this process, a pay for use from 26th April 2023 will come into effect. There will be two price plans available - Pay As You Go and Membership, the latter designed for drivers who typically use the network more than five times per month. A no

As we transition from combustion-powered cars over to electricity we have noticed there is a certain amount of confusion over current hybrid offerings available on the Irish market. Many of us are not ready to make the leap to a full EV but what are the major differences between a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) plug in hybrid (PHEV), mild hybrid (MHEV) and full battery electric vehicle (BEV). Perhaps its time we took a closer look and figured out which is best for you from a p

We get a first drive in the all new electric Maxus Mifa 9 now available in Ireland.

There has been some important changes in BMW Group Ireland this week. Effective from 1st April 2023, Helen Westby will take on the role of Managing Director overseeing Irish operations. Helen, who brings many years of experience in the automotive industry, has recently held the position as General Manager at BMW Group’s Training Academy for the UK and Ireland since 2015. Meanwhile, after 31 years at BMW Group Kevin Davidson will retire. Helen has accrued a wealth of knowledge

It might be time for change and we want to assist you on your journey to purchasing your first electric vehicle. We understand buying an EV can be a daunting experience when you have to adapt to charging your vehicle after using the regular fueling station method for so many years. If truth were told it’s probably equally as simple but it just requires a little thought and preparation. Once you get into the swing of things, it will become second nature in the same way you plu