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Dodge Stealth reportedly returning as an SUV to replace Durango

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The Dodge Stealth could rise from the grave. On Monday, Automotive News Canada reported Stellantis will replace the Dodge Durango with a Dodge Stealth SUV. The Durango is is said to live on until the middle of 2027. Sam Fiorani, vice-president of global forecasting at AutoForecast Solutions in Pennsylvania, told Automotive News Canada there's no.

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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

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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

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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

Auto Blog

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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Kia plots Picanto, Stinger GT successors to bookend EV line-up

Autocar

Stinger GT's successor would likely use the E-GMP platform 'EV1' and 600bhp+ performance model could be next in brand's electric expansion Kia is planning to bookend its range of EVs, with an entry-level city car and a new halo model under consideration. The Korean brand has trademarked names from EV1 to EV9 for a range of models, and while it has confirmed that an EV2 will sit below the new EV3 , the prospect of an EV1 has been off the table until now.

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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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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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‘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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DS imagines a modern Citroën SM

Motor Authority

Stellantis' DS brand has reimagined the Citroën SM for the modern era with a concept The concept perfectly blends modern and retro design cues DS developed the concept as part of its design research for models due at the end of the decade The Citroën SM was an engineering marvel of the 1970s, with features like hydro-pneumatic.

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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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Volkswagen Group UK overhaul of dealer networks – UPDATE

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Toyota GR Supra Gets A V8 To Battle Mustangs And Camaros In Aussie Supercars

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Toyota will enter the Supercars Championship in Australia with a race-prepped GR Supra. The modified GR Supra will feature a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine from Lexus. Walkinshaw Andretti United will race the Supra against Ford Mustangs and Chevy Camaros. The Toyota GR Supra is about to trade German finesse for brute force as it morphs into a V8-powered race car for the Supercars Championship in Australia, set to debut in 2026 for a five-year stint.

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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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Mini Cooper EV recalled due to fire risk

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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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Audi On Demand luxury car rental service killed off

Motor Authority

Audi's flexible app-based car rental service known as Audi On Demand is coming to an end. The automaker states on the service's website that the final date by which a car can be reserved is Sept. 30, 2024. The service was launched in the U.S. in 2015 and later merged with the independent car rental service Silvercar, which Audi acquired in 2017.

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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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US EV Sales Soar, Thanks To Generous Incentives

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Tesla led the EV market in July with a 48% share, while overall registrations surged. The Hyundai Motor Group took second place, with GM third and Ford fourth. Analysts warn EV sales could plummet if incentives are removed, affecting all brands. Sales of battery-electric vehicles in the United States have moseyed along for much of the year but registration data only now reported from July reveals a significant spike that allowed Tesla to snap a five-month losing streak and other brands to also r

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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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Kia Picanto electric successor due after 2030 – report

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Though it could be a while away, Kia has suggested it is considering expanding its electric vehicle (EV) lineup with an entry-level city car that could take the place of the current Picanto. Autocar reports word from Kia president Ho-sung Song that such a replacement was the “next, next target” in the long term, though the cost of EV technology would need to decrease considerably to make it feasible.

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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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DS revives legendary Citroen SM as sleek showcase of future design

Autocar

Era-defining luxury GT inspires a new future-looking concept that marks the French premium brand's 10th birthday DS has reimagined the legendary Citroën SM as a futuristic, tech-laden concept that previews the premium brand's design direction. Created to mark 10 years since DS was spun off from Citroën , the new SM Tribute concept has been designed as if its Maserati V6-engined, hydropneumatically suspended namesake had "continued to develop over the past five decades" following its retirement

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New VW Transporter And Caravelle Debut With Diesel, PHEV, And EV Options

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The new 2025 VW Transporter and Caravelle are based on the Ford Transit and Tourneo Custom. They come in various bodystyles with options for turbodiesel, PHEV, and BEV powertrains. The PanAmericana trim brings rugged looks, better suited with the optional all-wheel-drive. Update 9/16: We’ve added new photos following the world premiere of the VW Transporter and Caravelle at the IAA Transportation 2024 in Hannover, Germany.

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Vertu opens Macklin Motors Toyota Centre in Ayr

Motor Trader

Vertu Motors has opened a Toyota centre in Ayr, Scotland trading under its Macklin brand This is Macklin’s third Toyota franchise in Scotland, sitting alongside dealerships in Glasgow and Hamilton. Macklin Motors Toyota Ayr is led by Angus Mclelland, who is well known by Toyota customers in the area, having managed the previous Toyota centre for more than 15 years.

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Stellantis Boss Claims the Car Industry Is in Survival Mode

Automotive News

Carlos Tavares says that Stellantis needs to reach cost parity between gas and electric cars to stay alive.

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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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Genesis to enter top-flight endurance racing

Autocar

Genesis X Gran Racer VGT concept previously hinted at brand's ambitions to go racing Hyundai sibling to develop LMDh car to battle the likes of Ferrari and Toyota Hyundai has announced that premium spin-off Genesis will enter top-flight endurance racing. It said in a statement that it will develop a car according to the LMDh ruleset, which requires competitors to use a greater number of off-the-shelf components than the alternative Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) specification.

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New Audi RS5 Sedan Spotted For The First Time, Will It Be An M3 Killer?

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The BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 S had better watch out as the new RS5 Sedan is just around the corner. Sales of the new RS5 should start sometime in 2025. Audi hasn’t sold a four-door, sedan version of the RS4 since 2008, instead opting to sell it exclusively as a high-performance station wagon. That will change with the latest-generation model that’ll switch to the RS5 nameplate and be offered in both sedan and Avant guises.