Michael Moroney

mmoroney@farmersjournal.ie

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

Michael Moroney looks at the terms and conditions of the €10 million Electric Vehicle scrappage scheme, to find who it suits, how to apply and why the majority of 4x4’s on Irish roads are not eligible

MOTORS 24 June 2026

The new ICE2EV Scrappage Scheme is it worthwhile?

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Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

Toyota gives Hilux hybrid treatment and more comfort

NEWS 10 June 2026

Used tractor imports rise 15% as New Holland leads the way

Used tractor imports rise 15% as New Holland leads the way

NEWS 3 June 2026

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

Polestar and Xpeng rev up Chinese growth with range and technology

MOTORS 27 May 2026

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

Kia PV5 proves an answer to space with BEV value

MOTORS 13 May 2026

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A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

A trip down memory lane with Renault 4

Renault’s new R4 takes us back to 1970s driving, Michael Moroney writes.

L2 18 March 2026

Opel Frontera – to BEV or not to BEV

Opel Frontera – to BEV or not to BEV

The recent increases in petrol and diesel fuel costs have put extra emphasis on electric cars as a means of providing a more flexible and fossil fuel-independent mode of transport.

MOTORS 18 March 2026

Ticket now required for users of farm telehandlers

Ticket now required for users of farm telehandlers

The most recent Code of Practice issued by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) requires users of telescopic loaders on Irish farms to undertake training and hold a valid training certificate.

NEWS 18 March 2026

Can Irish farming continue to afford a pit silage system?

Can Irish farming continue to afford a pit silage system?

Massive 73% fuel cost increase has become a tipping point in looming crisis.

FARM MACHINERY 18 March 2026

Defender is ready for the 4x4 commercial challenge

Defender is ready for the 4x4 commercial challenge

Michael Moroney takes the updated Defender for a test drive with one question in mind - is it ready to challenge the Land Cruiser?

MOTORS 18 March 2026

Diesel cost increases – machine management strategies 2026

Diesel cost increases – machine management strategies 2026

With the planting and silage season almost upon us, contractors will soon be consuming large quantities of fuel, which is expected to account for 18% of machine running costs. Michael Moroney reports.

FARM MACHINERY 18 March 2026

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance

Polestar blends a mixed heritage for high performance, writes Michael Moroney.

MOTORS 18 March 2026

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How FJ Dynamics is supporting smarter decisions in the field

After more than two decades working with GPS technology, Tipperary contractor and dealer Robert O’Shea has witnessed precision farming become an increasingly important part of everyday farm management

How FJ Dynamics is supporting smarter decisions in the field

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