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Driver's Republic Podcast

Mark Noble and Paddy Comyn
Electric Vehicles
Ireland
Volkswagen
BYD
EV Repair
Skoda
Tesla
Kia Evs
Leapmotor
Dundee Motors
Used Car Market
Volkswagen Tayron
Road Safety
Polestar
Petrol/diesel Fuel Taxes
Skoda Epiq
Battery Health
Fuels For Ireland
Hyundai Inster
Market Trends

Driver's Republic Podcast covers all the latest motoring news from Ireland and beyond. New models, international car launches and all you need to know about the fast changing world of cars and mobility.

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Latest Episodes

No surprises, the additional EV grant sold out within a couple of hours of going live on July 1st - will it come back in 2027?

Mark has seen the new BMW X5 and not everybody is a fan.

Just how good is the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50?

Plus the o... more

We went straight to the top to get all the latest details on the new fully electric vehicle grants from the man

who has been charged with spearheading it - Minister For Transport, Darragh O'Brien.

Why 13 years? Why not used EVs? Will the grants co... more

Mark has decided to see how hard it is to pass a driver theory test 20 year+ after he last did his driving test.

Paddy has more cars that should be on your radar if you're considering the new €8,500 grants.

Is the Tesla Model 3 standard THE one to ... more

With new EV grants announced earlier today, Paddy takes us through what it means for motorists.

We've also test driven the new Cupra Raval, Honda Prelude and even been to Slane Castle to check out

the new Jeep Compass.

Ian Tolan from Honda Irela... more

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Recent Guests

Mark McGrath
Head of marketing and product for Cupra Ireland
Cupra Ireland
Episode: €8,500 new EV grant explained
Ian Tolan
Gowan group executive (Jeep, etc.)
Gowan
Episode: €8,500 new EV grant explained
Bill Tector
Head of Product, DoneDeal Cars
DoneDeal Cars
Episode: Irish car launches, new Mazda CX-5 driven, SIMI awards & car chats!
Zac Hollis
Regional Managing Director, Polestar Ireland
Polestar
Episode: Irish car launches, new Mazda CX-5 driven, SIMI awards & car chats!
Vicky Riley
National Sales Manager, BYD Ireland
BYD Ireland motor distributors
Episode: Irish car launches, new Mazda CX-5 driven, SIMI awards & car chats!
Paddy Delaney
Financial advisor from Informed Decisions Podcast; founder of Informed Decisions Financial Planning
Informed Decisions
Episode: How to navigate the financial aspect of buying a car!
Matthew Caffrey
From Caffrey Suzuki in Dublin and the Jimny Motor Company
Caffrey Suzuki, Jimny Co
Episode: Golf GTI Edition 50 & the coolest Suzuki Jimnys in Ireland!
John Donegan
Brand director of Skoda in Ireland
Skoda Ireland
Episode: Golf GTI Edition 50 & the coolest Suzuki Jimnys in Ireland!
Kevin McPartland
CEO of Fuels For Ireland
Fuels For Ireland
Episode: New Kia EV2 launch, Tesla Model Y 'standard' and CEO of Fuels For Ireland chats

Hosts

Mark Noble
Host of the Drivers Republic Podcast and related program branding; appears across multiple episodes.
Paddy Delaney
Co-hosts and guests contributing financial perspectives and dealership/investment insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Any March 2026 update ?

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    e-Golf owner
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Review

    Great show lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lookin for direction
    Ireland8 months ago
  • Genuinely great

    Great show guys, well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickyDazzer
    Irelanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Guest lineup provides strong industry and regional perspectives, though some episodes feel finance-heavy for casual listeners.
Host banter keeps topics accessible without sacrificing depth.
Great show with practical takeaways for car financing and EV decisions.

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Apple Podcasts
#140
Australia/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#237
Germany/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#5
Ireland/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#29
Ireland/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#174
India/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#242
Norway/Leisure/Automotive

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nissan Leaf boss interview, Iceland with Ford Ranger & we get gatecrashed!
Q: What are the biggest design priorities for the new Leaf according to Giovanni Arroba?
Giovanni emphasizes achieving a balance of price, style, and range, preserving interior space and headroom, and incorporating Japanese design DNA such as Kasumi Monyo graphics and 8-bit holographic tail-light details to make the Leaf distinctive.
Live from IAA Munich with VW's Head Of Design Andy Mindt
Q: How has VW design philosophy evolved with electrification?
Electrification changes form factors and packaging (longer wheelbase, lower overhang) while emphasizing timeless design to preserve value; there will be digital customization options that still respect fundamental interaction concepts.
We speak to Leapmotor Ireland exclusively!
Q: Stephen, firstly, talk to us about your career today.
Stephen outlines a long progression from finance and accounting roles through MDL and Gown Auto, moving from pricing and margins to a product-focused role, and ultimately taking on Leapmotor as part of a broader distributor strategy with Gaon Auto and Stellantis.
Is paying car journalists the new norm?
Q: Can you ever be a motoring journalist and be paid for it?
The guests and hosts discuss that paid content is increasingly common, but it must be clearly labeled; reviews should remain balanced, while short-form content or lifestyle pieces can be paid as long as the promotional nature is transparent.
New LEAF driven, Toyota launch 4 new Irish cars & VW Group boss chats
Q: What were the four new Toyota models announced for Ireland and how do they fit into the brand's BEV strategy?
The four models are Igo Cross hybrid, C-HR Plus BEV, a revised BZ BEV, and a RAV4 hybrid and plug-in hybrid. They're designed to broaden the BEV and hybrid footprint in K- and C-segments, offering a mix of BEVs and hybrids to appeal to a wide range of customers while maintaining Toyota's pragmatic approach to EV deployment.

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What is Driver's Republic Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekday motoring show focused on Ireland's car scene, industry policy, and consumer economics, with hands-on test drives, model launches, EV trends, and practical finance guidance. Episodes blend strong reporting on pricing, incentives, and charging infrastructure with candid brand conversations and guest expertise from manufacturers, policy advocates, and tech providers. Listeners likely consist of car enthusiasts, fleet operators, and movers in automotive marketing and sales who want actionable insights on pricing, financing, and EV adoption, plus entertaining host banter that makes complex topics accessible. A notable strength is its heavy European context, guest-led segments, and a willingness to tackle policy and market dynamics alon... more

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Recent guests on Driver's Republic Podcast include:

1. Mark McGrath
2. Ian Tolan
3. Bill Tector
4. Zac Hollis
5. Vicky Riley
6. Paddy Delaney
7. Matthew Caffrey
8. John Donegan

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