Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

2025 Ford Bronco receives updates including standard 12-inch digital gauge cluster New personalization options available including first Ford Custom Garage packages Deliveries scheduled to start this winter The Ford Bronco enters the 2025 model year with a raft of changes that help add some style while also updating technology.

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The company aims to revitalize its image and attract new customers with a premium, design-focused approach to stand out in a competitive landscape. ” Buick will launch a new advertising campaign for the Enclave in October, hoping to boost consumer awareness by spotlighting the SUV’s technology and driving experience.

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Automotive Addicts

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Despite the criticism, Cetinok insists that GM’s strategy of prioritizing its custom-built software platform, Ultifi , will enable the company to deliver a more cohesive, innovative in-car experience tailored specifically for GM drivers. Why Ditch CarPlay?

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Shawn Ryder

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In todays competitive automotive market, enhancing customer engagement on your dealership’s website is essential. A well-optimized website can turn visitors into leads and, ultimately, loyal customers. Live Chat: Offer live chat functionality so customers can connect with sales staff in real-time.

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Autocar

JULY 23, 2024

Mercedes itself has pledged to invest more money into continuing to develop ICE technology, which opens the door for the AMG’s famed V8s to continue. Our main purpose is to satisfy customer needs. We still see there are many customers that love our V8 engines and our high-performance four-cylinder engines. “We

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Autocar

APRIL 10, 2024

Aston Martin recently pushed back its plans to launch its first electric car in 2025 to 2027 and has increased investments in plug-in hybrid technology accordingly. Stroll expects plug-in hybrids to be far more than a 'bridging' technology and that they will remain on sale well into the middle of the 2030s and beyond.

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Autocar

DECEMBER 9, 2024

2011bhp electric hypercar was halted by pandemic; customer hand-overs are finally starting Lotus is finally beginning customer deliveries of its 2011bhp Evija electric hypercar, roughly four years after originally planned. The brands halo car was revealed in mid-2019 and due to be with its first customers by the end of 2020.

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Autocar

JUNE 25, 2024

Speaking to Autocar on the sidelines of this year's Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders Summit, Leiters called for substantial investment into – and support for – the UK automotive supply chain, particularly with a view to sustaining low-volume manufacturers and facilitating their adoption of new powertrain technologies.

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Autocar

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Number two, it's complementary to what the Stellantis group has [in terms of technology]. For customers who are technology-savvy, maybe younger customers who enjoy technology, there are a lot of other functions. Different customers have different preferences from that perspective.”

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Autocar

MAY 15, 2024

The manufacturer said it already offers "top-level driving assistance on most of its models" but further development in this area is "unlikely for the time being, given current regulations, customer expectations and the cost of the complex technology involved".

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Get My Auto

JUNE 30, 2024

The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI).

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

But Kia president Ho-sung Song confirmed to Autocar on a Car of the Year test drive of the new EV3 that an electric city car to replace the Picanto in the longer term was the “next, next target” as Kia seeks to bring down the cost of EV technology. This is what we’re preparing to offer customers.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

McLaren's entry-level, extra-practicality supercar gets more power and visual attitude in mid-life update When it appeared in 2019, the McLaren GT had just a whiff of naivety about it; something the still-youthful firm that made it has actually rarely shown.This was a supercar for the margins, with a brief to expand the company’s customer base - but, (..)

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Autocar

MAY 20, 2024

That's to stop the customer being stuck on the side of the road. And if anything, this problem is getting worse as the industry is kind of under pressure to shrink these buffers and to use more and more of the battery to unlock range for their customer and be more competitive.”

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Autocar

JULY 28, 2024

Last year the company sold its EV-focused Gordon Murray Technologies (GMT) to an investment agency controlled by the Abu Dhabi government. We've restructured Gordon Murray Technologies and Gordon Murray Design into electrical architectures, chassis systems and battery technologies." It doesn't do any external work any more.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Tjekvik’s Home and Indoor aftersales check-in solutions enable customers to securely check their vehicle in and out, how, when and where they want –at home on their own device, or in the dealership via a Tjekvik touchscreen kiosk. Autoglym offerings can now be presented automatically to customers at check-in.

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Autocar

JULY 19, 2024

Seven-seat flagship is set to arrive in the UK in October from £96,255 but is expected to lack some key features Volvo ’s £96,255 EX90 flagship could be delivered to customers without key features such as smart charging, Apple CarPlay and some safety functions, the brand has confirmed.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 26, 2024

Tech Experience Index Study suggests that some consumers are becoming overwhelmed by new technologies but reveals that some brands are doing things better than others. Forty different automotive technologies were analyzed and categorized into convenience, emerging automation, energy and sustainability, and information/connectivity.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In a dealership, phone calls carry the brunt of the load when it comes to communication with customers. With so many dealership employees involved in customer communications over the phone — whether it be sales, service, finance, you name it — it can be hard to conceive of bringing these communication channels together. Chodor asks.

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Autocar

MAY 10, 2024

The latest version of AMG’s M177 V8 engine, which features mild-hybrid technology, will power the most potent versions of the new CLE as a result, Autocar has been told. Dealers had suggested the possible positioning of a four-cylinder CLE 63 range-topper above the six-cylinder CLE 53 would lead to confusion among potential customers.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The new cars will use powertrains co-developed with Toyota , with the announcement coming as part of a strengthening of the two car firms’ partnership to develop the technology. Powered by hydrogen and driven by the spirit of cooperation, it will underscore how technological progress is shaping future mobility.”

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The automakers may initiate joint development of new vehicles, powertrains, and technologies. Hyundai and GM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration opportunities on future vehicles, supply chain improvements, and clean-energy technologies.

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Autocar

MARCH 28, 2024

platform, which integrates technology such as an 800V electrical architecture that allows for DC rapid-charging at rates of up to 480kW. We don’t want to go back to old models; we want the latest technology.” Xpeng will begin selling the G9 SUV and P7 saloon in Germany from May, although it doesn't plan to bring the duo to the UK.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 14, 2024

GM accused of selling data to 3rd parties, potentially affecting customer insurance rates. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against General Motors, accusing the automaker of secretly collecting and selling customers’ private driving data without their knowledge or consent. We will hold them accountable.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 18, 2024

.” More: Hyundai Mobis’ Roll-Up Screen Could Be The Next Big Thing For In-Car Displays Despite sounding like a far-fetched fantasy, the companies said “this dream technology, previously existing only in movies or advertisements, is about to become reality.”

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Women Automotive Network

JUNE 13, 2024

On the 5th June, the Women Automotive Network hosted a panel discussion looking at what new technologies and innovation are shaping hires, the role of diversity, equity and inclusion trends, and ultimately, how to attract and retain talent. His focus is on future trends and customer needs, particularly in the 10-year time frame.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The brand cooperates with CATL for batteries and Huawei for technology to provide an intelligent full-stack vehicle solution. The vehicle’s interior is outfitted with advanced technology, including a 10.25-inch This blend of technology and efficiency targets eco-conscious drivers. operating system. inch or 15.6-inch),

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Autocar

DECEMBER 9, 2024

2011bhp electric hypercar was halted by pandemic; customer hand-overs have begun Lotus is under way with customer deliveries of its 2011bhp Evija electric hypercar, roughly four years after originally planned. The brands halo car was revealed in mid-2019 and due to be with its first customers by the end of 2020.

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Autocar

MAY 26, 2024

We aim to redefine luxury with technology, with intelligence,” its foreign markets boss, Jiaxi You, told Autocar. He said: “When we do have a new software version, we can push this to our customers by an over-the-air (OTA) update. We keep collecting inputs and feedback from our customers to improve our product constantly.”

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Autocar

APRIL 15, 2024

This limit could be raised as battery technology is improved and the car is facelifted, Maserati said. He told Autocar: “The customer of Grancabrio is different from a customer of the GT. Each produces a whopping 402bhp, although their combined outputs are pegged at 751bhp and 996lb ft.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Streamlining tasks for yourself and your team can help improve productivity, and a lot of dealerships turn to technology to help them do that. The latest advancements in technology leverage artificial intelligence (AI), but not all implementations of AI are equal. Managing this task is time-consuming. That’s where AI can help.

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Autocar

MAY 29, 2024

Despite the attractive price, our vehicles will set standards in the entry-level segment in terms of technology, design, quality and customer experience.” Grünitz outlined the importance of bringing such a car to market: “You need a smaller car that’s affordable for the broader customer base.

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Autocar

MAY 28, 2024

The trio said the decision was driven by “a deep understanding of their customers’ diverse lifestyles” as well as a belief of a future for ICE. Toyota president and CEO Koji Sato said the decision would offer customers “diverse options” so they could drive carbon neutrally and described the three brand’s plans as “friendly competition”.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 4, 2024

It attacked Toyota for an assortment of efforts including alleged funding for “all ages” pride events as well as “woke DEI training” and “custom cars with a trans flag.” Instead, they’ll reportedly focus on STEM [Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math] education as well as workforce readiness.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

However, the firm thinks attitudes may change when cars are equipped with more self-driving technology. The automaker’s US design chief says American drivers hated the trend, so future Hyundais will feature more old-school switches. You could call it the Tesla Effect. The recently facelifted Ioniq 5 already benefits from this thinking.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 11, 2024

“Our key purpose out of optimization is to improve the overall network profitability, resulting in a multi-win situation (among Porsche, dealers and customers).” It will not only safeguard network profitability but also guarantee the luxurious and exclusive service to our customer.”

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Autocar

JULY 28, 2024

It’s a much more affordable technology and it’s also very durable,” he added. But that’s much easier said than done; we need to go and build that and deliver on that promise to customers. Then we will be able to see if we can get the price realisation from our customer set that justifies a vehicle like this.”

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