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The New York Times has published a travel feature on seeing Ireland without renting a car. The piece focuses on getting around the country by public transport and on foot, a growing interest among travellers looking to reduce costs and emissions. It highlights that much of Ireland's scenery and towns can be reached without driving.

Tesla has secured a patent for an 'Electric Fan Car' design using four ducted fans, filed ahead of the planned Roadster reveal. The technology is expected to use fans to generate downforce or thrust, potentially boosting acceleration and handling. The timing, so close to the long-awaited second-generation Roadster, is fueling speculation that the fan system could feature in the new supercar.

Cars.com has identified nine hybrid vehicles that are cheaper to finance than their equivalent gasoline-only models. The list highlights how hybrid pricing has narrowed or even reversed against conventional versions, making the electrified option the more affordable choice for buyers. Shoppers comparing monthly payments may find hybrids now the better deal on these models.

Dodge's new electric Charger is being closely watched as a test of whether an EV version of the brand's iconic muscle car can win over traditional petrol enthusiasts and newer EV buyers at the same time. Commentators are asking whether the Charger's aggressive, 'bad boy' character survives the switch to electric power, or whether loyal fans and green drivers remain too far apart to please with one car.