Carzone Motoring Report 2024

Motoring
Report

Examining trends in the Irish
motoring industry

95% are more inclined to purchase a used car with a

full history check.

Before buying a car, 57% will

research 2-3 car websites.

29% have seen their

car
budget
rise

over the past year

43% used personal funds or

savings

for their last car purchase.

Electric Vehicles

54% plan to purchase an

electric or hybrid model

as their next car, up 19% vs last year.

16% of car owners

currently
drive

a hybrid or electric vehicle,
a 6% increase since 2023.

50% cite a

lack of charging points

locally as a major obstacle to buying electric or hybrid vehicles.

47% saw their premium for

car insurance increase

in the past 12 months.

Car
Financing

On average, every 4.84 years Irish consumers

change cars

change cars

with an average spend of €18,000 on their last purchase, up from €16,370 in 2023.

Price is 
the top
consideration

Price is
the top consideration

for 66% of car buyers.

Car Buying & Parenting

70% of parents

prioritise
safety

when buying a car.

1 in 6 parents are not
aware of the new

child
seat
directive

that recommends rear-facing
for as long as possible.

that recommends rear-facing for as long as possible.

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full report