MOTORING MEDIA ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND

The Motoring Media Association of Ireland (MMAI) is a professional membership organisation, bringing together many of Ireland’s leading motoring journalists across print, broadcast, and online media. Across local, regional and national media – and the world wide web – our members review new cars and commercial vehicles, and report on motoring matters relevant to Irish consumers. MMAI members vote annually for Irish Car of the Year and Irish Van of the Year, Ireland’s most prestigious and widely recognised motoring accolades for over 40 years.

Our mission

The MMAI’s mission is to act as a voice for professional motoring journalists in Ireland. We promote independent, accurate reporting and the highest standards in motoring journalism. Our members are committed to working in the interests of consumers in Ireland, providing expert advice on buying a car or commercial vehicle, and unrivalled insight on motoring matters.

Ireland’s Leading Association of Motoring Journalists

Professional journalists among our members

Publications & media outlets represented

Years awarding Ireland's best cars & vans

Annual awards

Our members vote annually for Irish Car of the Year and Irish Van of the Year. Only members of the MMAI are eligible to vote in these awards, which determine the best new cars and vans to be launched each year. We use our professional judgement and experience to award the best new cars and vans in a number of categories to guide Irish consumers in their purchasing decision. Irish Car of the Year is a highly respected title and has been awarded since 1977.

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Latest news

Contenders for Irish Van of the Year Awards Announced

Contenders for Irish Van of the Year Awards Announced

The list of eligible vans for the title of Irish Van of the Year 2025, in association with Continental Tyres, has been announced by the Motoring Media Association of Ireland (MMAI) Van of the Year Jury.  The winners in the competition, including category and...

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New Officers Elected at MMAI AGM

New Officers Elected at MMAI AGM

Members of the Motoring Media Association of Ireland (MMAI) gathered in Dublin this week for their Annual General Meeting (AGM), where new officers were elected to the MMAI Committee for 2024. Daragh Keany succeeds Joe Rayfus as the new Chair of the MMAI. Mark Noble...

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