Calls for gardaí to use DNA spray that tags scrambler riders, bikes for future prosecution – The Irish Times

The Government should follow international best practice including that of the UK in dealing with scrambler and quad bike misuse because “communities want to see people being prosecuted” and their bikes seized, the Dáil has heard. Sinn Féin TD Dessie Ellis said British police have been using a DNA spray which tags riders and bikes. … Read more

New scrambler bike proposals will remove ‘ambiguity’ about their legality, Government says – The Irish Times

Ministers have insisted new proposals on scramblers in public places will remove “ambiguity” about the legality of the vehicles. Proposals to implement a total ban on scrambler use in public places were agreed by Cabinet on Wednesday. It comes after the Government promised renewed efforts to remove them from the roads after the death of … Read more

Minister denies new regulations to ban scramblers from public roads is performative – The Journal

Minister denies new regulations to ban scramblers from public roads is performative  The Journal Law to ban scramblers in public places to be called Grace’s Law  RTE.ie Scramblers seized by gardaí should not be returned, says Harris  The Irish Times Delay to scrambler bike regulations not acceptable, Tánaiste says  BreakingNews.ie “Major review” of e-bikes, hi-vis, helmets after scrambler death … Read more

FIA Americas Awards Celebrate Sporting and Mobility Excellence Across the Region

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, brought together Motor Sport and Mobility Clubs from across North and Central America, the Caribbean and South America in Panama City on Saturday 31 January to celebrate champions from across the region and recognise those driving large-scale … Read more

Stunning Evans switchback move secures Miami E-Prix victory

The Sunshine State was hit by changeable conditions ahead of Round 3 of the 2025/26 season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, and the wet weather extracted every ounce of talent and concentration from the 20-car Formula E field over a testing 41-lap race. Evans headed into the race pointsless so far this … Read more

Solberg overcomes Alpine drama to close in on historic Monte-Carlo victory

Oliver Solberg stands on the verge of becoming the youngest winner in Rallye Monte-Carlo history after surviving a dramatic Saturday that ended with a fan-lined super special stage in the heart of Monaco. The 24-year-old Toyota Gazoo Racing driver carries a commanding 59.3-second lead into Sunday’s final leg. If converted into victory, it would see … Read more

Digital.ai expands automated testing to Android Auto

Digital.ai has added end-to-end automated testing for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay applications, extending its in-car software testing offer beyond Android Automotive OS and mobile-to-vehicle integrations. The company said the update targets teams building and maintaining apps that run on a vehicle’s display through phone projection systems. Digital.ai said the platform validates in-car app behaviour … Read more

Woman dies on Christmas Day after ‘falling into pothole’

The woman’s MP raised the urgent need for road repairs at Prime Minister’s Questions Carrington Walker and Annabal Bagdi 18:21, 21 Jan 2026Updated 18:29, 21 Jan 2026 Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to Beryl(Image: Nickbeer / Getty Images) A woman has tragically lost her life on Christmas Day after falling into a pothole has been … Read more

Family issues statement as woman, 87, dies after falling into pothole

Beryl had broken her femur and the top of her previous hip replacement, her family say Carrington Walker and Annabal Bagdi 19:10, 21 Jan 2026 Beryl Barrett died on Christmas Day, a week after her fall(Image: Submitted) An 87-year-old woman who regularly attended church and bingo with friends has died after falling into a pothole, … Read more