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2025 Toyota Sequoia adds 1794 model, starts at $64,120

Motor Authority

The Toyota Sequoia enters the 2025 model year with a new 1794 Edition model The 2025 Sequoia is priced from $64,120, including a $1,945 destination charge All 2025 Sequoias offer 437 hp and maximum towing of 9,520 pounds The Toyota Sequoia already takes a stab at the luxury full-size SUV segment with the Capstone flagship, but Toyota has stepped.

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First look at electric Alpine A390 SUV ahead of debut next month

Autocar

Camouflage disguises new LED light bar just below the bonnet Alpine's second electric car reveals its shape and size as it enters advanced on-road tests The Alpine A390 will arrive next year as the spearhead of the French brand’s ambitious plan to rival the likes of Porsche with a range of luxurious electric cars. It will be shown in A390 Beta concept form at next month’s Paris motor show , but the production version has now been spotted testing on public roads.

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2025 Ford Mustang GTD has 815 hp, goes 202 mph

Motor Authority

The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD generates 815 hp from a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 Ford claims a top speed of 202 mph and a Nürburgring lap time of under seven minutes Pricing will start around $325,000 Ford is working on a super Mustang that will rewrite the rule book on what the iconic pony car is capable of, both on the road and track. The car.

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Lotus shows sports car future with wild Esprit-inspired three-seater

Autocar

The Theory 1 boasts a claimed 0-62mph time of less than 2.5sec and a top speed of 199mph Theory 1 concept draws on Esprit’s ethos to pack 986bhp electric punch The radical new Lotus Theory 1 concept is a three-seat, 986bhp supercar designed to evoke the spirit of the Esprit as a brand-building performance showcase that will be a “blueprint” for all of the firm’s future cars.

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2026 Kia PV5: Everything We Know About The Electric Van

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The PV5’s design merges futuristic looks with practical features for improved utility. The mid-size van will compete in a crowded market with rivals like the Transit and ID.Buzz. Kia’s lineup will eventually expand to encompass the smaller PV1 and larger PV7 electric vans. Better known for its captivating electric car and SUV lineup, Kia is preparing to broaden its horizons in both the passenger and light commercial van sector with purpose-built models (called Platform Beyond Vehicle

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EVs banned from underground carparks in popular EV market

CarExpert

Businesses in the Chinese province of Zhejiang have reportedly started banning electric vehicles (EVs) from their underground carparks amidst concerns over spontaneous combustion. According to Radio Free Asia , a five-star hotel in Hangzhou and another in Xiaoshan have implemented bans. The security manager of a five-star hotel in Hangzhou told local media “based on the characteristics of electric vehicle fires and our hotel’s firefighting capabilities, we think it safer not to allow them into t

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We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years

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Filed under: Automotive History Continue reading We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years We obsessively covered the auto industry for 20 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 12 Sep 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Jeep Wrangler Ditches Crank Windows, While V6 Goes Manual-Only

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Jeep has announced a handful of changes to the 2025 Wrangler. The 3.6-liter V6 engine is now available exclusively with a manual transmission. The model also gains newly standard power windows and locks as well as a newly available olive drab-inspired paint color. Nearly three months after Jeep announced the Wrangler 392 Final Edition wasn’t so final , the company has revealed the other changes to the 2025 Wrangler.

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LDV’s next electric ute for Australia? Maxus eTerron 9 revealed

CarExpert

LDV’s first electric ute in Australia hasn’t been a sales success, but the brand’s second attempt could bring greater fortune. The Maxus eTerron 9 will go on sale in Europe in the fourth quarter of 2024, and it’s expected to come to Australia as an LDV , with both brands owned by Chinese giant SAIC. “We’re tremendously excited about the future product roadmap for LDV here in Australia,” a spokesperson for the brand’s local importer told CarExpert.

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Porsche's Idea for a Six-Stroke Internal Combustion Engine Looks Brilliant

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The patented engine design features a special crankshaft that adds more power and compression strokes to the cycle.

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Volvo bails on vehicle subscriptions in favor of leasing

Motor Authority

Volvo ended its Care by Volvo subscription program in August, Automotive News (subscription required) has learned. The program was introduced in the U.S. in 2017 and covered not only the vehicle but also maintenance and insurance in the one monthly price. Volvo now plans to return its focus to traditional sales and leasing models. A spokesperson.

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Mystery Audi test car hints at extreme electric 4x4

Autocar

Front bumper is different to that fitted to regular Q6 with new DRLs and lower grille Could this be a Dakar-flavoured Q6 E-tron or a mule for something altogether more radical? Audi appears to be gearing up for the launch of a hardcore electric off-roader, with a distinctive prototype having been spotted testing at a company facility in Germany. Although based on the upcoming Q6 E-tron Sportback, it's significantly taller and wider than the regular electric SUV.

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Volvo Asks $1.2 Billion From Swedish Government For Local EV Battery Plant

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The Swedish carmaker has a battery plant scheduled to open in 2025 in Gothenburg. In addition to asking for $1.2 billion worth of taxpayer dollars, Volvo has applied for state loan guarantees. Volvo recently backed away from a plan to sell nothing but EVs by 2030. Volvo is seeking the equivalent of $1.2 billion from the Swedish government to help fund the electric vehicle battery plant it’s constructing alongside Northvolt, through a joint venture known as Novo Energy.

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Holden Commodore EV? Ad blunder raises eyebrows

CarExpert

Did you know the Holden Commodore was available with electric power? Well no, it wasn’t, but according to Gumtree’s latest outdoor ad campaign it was. In ads on bus stops and billboards spotted in south-east Queensland, we can see an image of a Holden ZB Commodore labelled ‘EV’ 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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IMI flags up ‘dangerous shortfall’ of ADAS trained technicians

Motor Trader

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed a “dangerous shortfall” in the number of technicians qualified to repair and maintain vehicles featuring Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). It said 13% of vehicles has some degree of autonomy, while just 2% of the technicians in the UK (4,425 individuals) are IMI TechSafe registered and qualified to work safely on servicing, repairing and maintaining these complex and potentially life-saving systems.

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GM and Hyundai explore partnership, including joint vehicle development

Motor Authority

General Motors and Hyundai will explore the potential for collaboration in multiple areas, the automakers said on Thursday. The two signed a Memorandum of Understanding laying out the framework for the potential partnership and will now seek to evaluate opportunities before entering binding agreements. In a joint statement, they said collaboration.

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Renault Estafette reborn as futuristic van for cities

Autocar

Round lighting signatures are inspired by the original Estafette New ZFlexEVan provides first look at debut model from Renault's partnership with Volvo Trucks Renault has revived the Estafette as a high-tech, city-focused load-lugger called the ZFlexEVan. The new concept previews the debut model from the French company’s tie-up with Volvo Trucks, called Flexis, and it has been designed to stand out from the aggressive-looking diesel vans on the market.

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Jeep Slashes Prices, Bets On New Models To Hit 1 Million Sales

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The average transaction price of a new Jeep rose from under $40k pre-COVID to over $54k. To attract buyers, Jeep now offers price cuts, incentives, and 0% financing options. Several new models are just around the corner, including a small electric off-roader. Jeep stands as one of America’s most iconic automotive brands, yet its recent performance hasn’t lived up to that legacy.

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‘Reliable but not safe’: First responders warn against this kind of car

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Thinking about saving money on your first car by buying something older? Think twice, say paramedics who have witnessed the risks firsthand. First responders have pleaded with young drivers to jump into a safer, newer car after seeing the horrors of accidents in older models. RELATED: Which country has the most car accidents in the world? Young people are over-represented in the road toll.

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Volkswagen Group UK overhaul of dealer networks – UPDATE

Motor Trader

Volkswagen Group UK has confirmed that it is pushing ahead with plans to remap its UK dealer networks with cuts to the number of dealer outlets and fewer investors. The remap of the networks – described by one dealer as ‘brutal’ – impacts the brands it has in the UK, including Audi, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, SEAT, Cupra and Škoda.

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Ford the latest to explore turning windshields into screens

Motor Authority

Ford presents prototype windshield featuring holographic thin film Thin film works in combination with low-cost LED-based projectors Presented information can span the width of the windshield Modern head-up displays that project information like speed and navigation directions on the windshield already help drivers keep their eyes on the road, but.

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China Becomes First Country To Hit 1 Million Monthly EV Sales

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China hits a milestone with over one million EVs sold in August, showing 33% growth from last year. For the first time, European EV growth turns negative, due to subsidy cuts and trade restrictions. Overall car sales in China fell, with owners of ICE cars given subsidies to switch to EVs or hybrids. While the slowdown in EV sales growth has caused concern in the West, China continues to post positive results.

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Mini Cooper EV recalled due to fire risk

CarExpert

Mini Australia has recalled 1408 examples of the Cooper SE , due to a software fault which could cause the electric hatchback to catch fire. “The high-voltage battery management software has insufficient protections for short circuit events. As a result, if a short circuit occurs it could lead to a vehicle fire whilst driving or parked,” the carmaker said in its recall notice.

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Volkswagen Group UK confirms ‘ongoing’ overhaul of UK dealer networks

Motor Trader

Volkswagen Group UK has confirmed that it is pushing ahead with plans remap the UK dealer network with cuts to the number of dealer outlets and fewer but larger investors. The remap of the networks impacts the brands it has in the UK, including Audi, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, SEAT, Cupra and Škoda. The process has been ongoing for some time.

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2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla spied for first time

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Toyota is testing a hotter version of its GR Corolla New model will likely be a GRMN Corolla Prototypes feature new aerodynamic features aimed at increasing downforce Toyota looks to be readying the next step in performance for its feisty GR Corolla. The hot hatchback was launched for the 2023 model year and has been treated with updates in the.

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New Gordon Murray EV platform wins £11m government funding

Autocar

The Gordon Murray Group is turning attention to mainstream EVs after V12-engined supercars New 'ultra-lightweight' platform is one of 46 UK projects to get a share of a £88m innovation fund The government has awarded the Gordon Murray Group (GMG) a share of an £88 million innovation fund to aid development of an 'ultra-lightweight' electric car platform.

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VW To Exit US Financing Game, Partners With Wells Fargo Instead

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The VW Group is transitioning away from its own private financing branch for customers. Now, it’ll partner with Wells Fargo to provide that service to its customers at its dealerships. The shift in financing strategy comes amid a slump in VW’s financial performance. Volkswagen announced on Monday that its US Financial Services arm (VWFS) would partner with Wells Fargo to provide financing for customers.

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2025 Chery Tiggo 7 looks like a Range Rover on a budget

CarExpert

No, this isn’t a Range Rover Evoque – it’s the latest Chery SUV to wear the Tiggo 7 badge. As reported by CarNewsChina , a Chinese government filing by Chery has shown off the new Tiggo 7 Sport, a rebadged version of the Jaecoo J7 and a slightly larger offering compared to the Tiggo 7 Pro sold in Australia. Sharing most of its bodywork with the J7 and China-exclusive Chery Explore 06, the Tiggo 7 features a new face, though it appears to have been heavily influenced by the Range Rover Evoque , e

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Vindis reports increased revenues and reduced profits in 2023

Motor Trader

Vindis battled with inflationary headwinds in 2023 and delivered pre-tax profits of £107,147 on turnover of £436.1m. This was in sharp contrast to the prior year which saw pre-tax profits of £10.3m on turnover of £378.2m. But the 2022 accounts included a £8.7m exceptional item generated by the sale of five properties. In accounts filed at Companies House it said the new car market saw more push marketing in 2023 as the year progressed while the used car sector was hit by softening margins as val

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Genesis to enter top-level endurance racing with LMDh car

Motor Authority

Genesis will race an LMDh car but hasn't said where An LMDh program could result in Genesis chasing the outright win at Le Mans Technology from the program could filter down into road cars, including those from new Magma division Genesis is set to join the likes of Cadillac, Lamborghini, Porsche, and others with a racing program built around a new.

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Enjoy free access to the Autocar Archive

Autocar

Follow 129 years of motoring history, from the first public demonstration of cars in Britain to the present day Autocar is providing free access to its digital archive, spanning 129 years of motoring history, for a week. Sign up here and you can browse through more than 2900 magazine issues, spanning from 1895 to the present day. We've covered everything from the first demonstration of cars in Britain (2 November 1895) to the birth of the BMC Mini (28 August 1959), the arrival of the Ford Fiesta

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Toyota To Replace Faulty 8-Speed Autos In 2024 Tacomas—But There’s A Catch

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The technical service bulletin doesn’t include models with the available stick shift. Toyota will only repair 2024 Tacoma models if they show one of six fault codes. The entire transmission and torque assembly will be changed. Pickup trucks like the Toyota Tacoma are supposed to be reliable and dependable, but several owners of 2024 Tacoma models in the US have complained about transmission issues.

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2025 Ford Ranger PHEV: Key stats revealed ahead of Australian launch

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Ford has shared some key specifications of its first Ranger plug-in hybrid (PHEV) as it nears its local launch. Unveiled a year ago, Ford has kept most of the Ranger PHEV’s details close to its chest, however with Australian deliveries due sometime in 2025, it has now provided greater insight into the cleaner ute. At the IAA Transportation Show in Germany, Ford announced the PHEV drivetrain will be available across the existing Ranger XLT, Sport and Wildtrak grades, as well as a new limited-edit

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Motorway appoints Instagram’s Tanya Cordrey as CPO

Motor Trader

Motorway has announced the appointment of Tanya Cordrey as Chief Product Officer. Reporting to CEO and co-founder Tom Leathes, Cordrey will be responsible for product development and management to align product goals with the company’s overall strategy. Cordrey said: “I am delighted to join the Motorway team at this very exciting time in their growth.

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Learn how Porsche entered the turbo era

Motor Authority

Porsche first implemented turbochargers on its race cars The first turbocharged Porsche was the 917 Porsche turbocharges many of its road cars today and some EVs even wear the badge Porsche was one of the first automakers to adopt turbocharging—and the impetus was racing. General Motors introduced turbocharged road cars in the early 1960s.

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Fiat 500e production paused due to sales slump

Autocar

Fiat is developing a new hybrid 500 and an upgraded electric 500 to boost output at Mirafiori "Deep difficulties" in European EV market mean the electric city car won't be built for four weeks Production of the Fiat 500e will be paused for a month from 13 September, due to low demand. Fiat parent firm Stellantis said in a statement that the slump in sales is “linked to the deep difficulties experienced in the European [EV] market by all producers”.

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Dodge Stealth SUV To Replace Durango, Production May Move Outside US

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The Dodge Stealth is rumored to replace the Durango, reviving ’90s moniker for new SUV. The new model is expected to be produced at the Winsor plant in Ontario, Canada. The UAW accused Stellantis of planning to move Dodge Durango production outside the U.S. Stellantis is reportedly set to retire the aging Dodge Durango , replacing it with a fresher, slightly smaller SUV that will revive the “Stealth” moniker, last used in the 1990s on a rebadged version Mitsubishi 3000GT coupe.