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Ford Ranger Raptor 2024 long-term test

Autocar

In other markets (such as Australia, where it was largely developed, this engine is allowed to make 392bhp, but for the UK, where we have petrol particulate filters and EU regulations to skirt around, it's limited to 288bhp. There's no body shake, the interior mirror doesn't shimmy over lumps and bumps and as a result it's refined.

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Citroen C4X 2024 long-term test

Autocar

Ride comfort was excellent in both Citroëns, allowing the car to traverse the mountainous speed bumps near my apartment block without an accompanying orthopaedic emergency. That aside, there was not much between the two cars in terms of overall boot volume, with the ë-C4 X's battery The gripes I did have appeared across both models.

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Lexus LBX 2024 long-term test

Autocar

As the LFA showed a different side to the brand in terms of attitude and performance, the LBX will challenge the status quo and redefine what a small car can offer", apparently. The dark interior and compact dimensions probably didnt help, even though it doesnt feel cramped in terms of physical space.

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Volkswagen Polo could survive with petrol power until 2030

Autocar

Current Volkswagen Polo has been on sale since 2018 and was last updated in 2021 Relaxed emissions rules saved supermini's life, says CEO, but safety rules bump up cost "tremendously" The Volkswagen Polo could be on sale for another five years, having been given a stay of execution by the relaxation of upcoming EU emissions legislation.

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2025 Nissan Qashqai e-Power review: Long term introduction

CarExpert

WATCH: Paul’s video review of the Nissan Qashqai Ti So for any vehicle manufacturer to stand a chance against the might of the world’s biggest car company, one would think the best option would be to develop a similar system. Nissan, it seems, didn’t get that memo. Currently, it’s sitting at 5.4L/100km

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Maserati's quiet rebirth could be a roaring success

Autocar

The company is undergoing one of those revival moments, having received some investment to develop new cars that might actually stick it to the Germans. Then again, maybe undertaking to build a convincing electric and piston version of each model has stretched development resources too thin. Will a bunch of 3.5-star

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Just As EV Startups Ramp Up Production, Demand For Electric Cars Is Slowing

Carscoops

In the near term, Lucid is actively seeking partners to whom it can sell its batteries and motors, aiming to generate revenue. As it and Lucid navigate the rocky road to long-term sustainability, both companies say they have enough cash to last them through 2025.

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