Irish Times motor show to showcase new cars and concepts

The Irish Timesmotor show comes to the RDS in Dublin from February 25th to 27th with a host of new models on show from all the major car firms. A total of 17 leading car brands will exhibit at the event, showing off their latest models and some sneak peaks of what's to come in the near future.

Promising a wide array of models with everything from city cars to supercars and the latest in electric and hybrid motoring, the show will also play host to several unveilings and concept models from the major car firms.

Concept cars will offer a sneak preview of what’s hot in car design for the future.

Visitors can see how the imagination can be stretched with concepts, using every new technology available from lightweight materials such as carbon fibre, futuristic power sources, and other fantastic new design features. While many of the designs may seem avant-garde or over-the-top, they invariably point to the future direction for conventional car design and features that will be fitted to regular models in the near future.

Alongside the array of new cars and concepts on show, there will be a “feature floor” with several interactive elements to the show. For example, there will be an Electric Avenue zone, previewing the latest electric cars coming to market in the near future and the various charging points and options available for public and household recharging.

There will also be a “get started” feature for first-time drivers, and even the chance for children between the ages of four and eight to learn the basics of driving in our specially constructed fun roadway, after which they’ll receive their own special “driving licence”.

Tickets for the show are on sale through the website irishmotorshow.ie or on the day. Prices are €12 for Friday, €15 for Saturday and Sunday, with children up to 16 years old free on all days and special concession rates for students and senior citizens (€8 on Friday and €10 on Saturday/Sunday).

For more details see irishmotorshow.ie