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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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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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The changes Chery is focusing on to improve its cars for Australia

CarExpert

While some carmakers develop local suspension and steering tunes for their vehicles to make them better-suited for Australia’s unique road conditions, Chery says it plans to invest in those areas down the line. “Jaecoo won’t have that speed bump, so we expect it to get off to a faster start from the beginning.”

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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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Why the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is more than just a fast EV

Drive.com

A peek behind the curtain of Hyundai’s N division, and an interview with a key member in the development of the watershed electric performance car The subject of suspension design, tuning and performance is always an interesting one for car enthusiasts. And to a layman like me, it feels like a dark art of intrigue, expertise and feel.

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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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Five underrated cheap cars you can easily modify to be cool

Drive.com

The IS200 is another car that succeeds in terms of aftermarket parts support from years of racing heritage. In terms of the variants, you have the option of the IS200, powered by a 2.0-litre Most European-brand-focused tuning shops can just plug a computer in and easily bump the power up a few kilowatts.