Blog Posts

If you’re a Motability customer in Coleraine or the surrounding area, you might have noticed that local options have become more limited.

The Kia PV5 has won the ‘Van to Watch’ award at the Company Car & Van Awards, announced today, 19 January 2026.

This month we’re celebrating one of our treasured members of the Roadside Family – Norman Ballance! At 78 years young, Norman is celebrating almost 60 years in the Northern Ireland motor trade. As one of the region’s most respected motor trade professionals, is remarkable career continues to inspire colleagues across the industry and here at Roadside (Garages) Limited.

In a car market that’s constantly chasing the next big thing, the smallest cars are quietly disappearing. Rising costs, shifting regulations and a push towards electrification have seen many manufacturers step away from the city car segment altogether. And yet, one small car not only remains — it’s thriving. The Kia Picanto.

Roadside is delighted to welcome Annette Deighan to the team as our new Sales Administrator!

For a limited time, every new EV Kia purchased up until the 31st of March comes with the first two services completely free.

Roadside is delighted to give a big “welcome back” to Cara Barnes who ihas rejoined the team two years after moving on.

• Roadside Garages Kia Coleraine named three-time winner at the annual NI Motor Industry Awards • ‘Highly Commended’ awarded to Dominic Clyde, technician • Roadside Garages also named the Northern Ireland winner of the Motor Ombudsman Regional Star Award 2025

Five-star rating for the EV5 in the latest Euro NCAP safety tests