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McLaren now fully owned by Bahrain

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Bahrain's sovereign wealth fund, Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, last week became the sole owner of McLaren after buying out all other shareholders in a recapitalization process. Bahrain Mumtalakat was already the main shareholder of McLaren which is responsible for the McLaren Automotive supercar business and also owns a majority stake in.

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Colombia February 2024: Toyota Corolla Cross best-seller in market off just -1.3%

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The Toyota Corolla Cross is the most popular vehicle in Colombia in February. The Colombian new vehicle market significantly slows down its fall in February at -1.3% to 15,612. The year-to-date tally is down -8.4% to 27,206. Toyota (+38.5%) goes completely against the market to post a splendid year-on-year gain and easily stay in first place with 17.2% share.

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Audi has built its final R8 supercar

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Audi R8 production has come to an end after 17 years and two generations launched. The final example of the mid-engine supercar rolled off the line at a plant in Germany last week, but it isn't destined for a customer. Instead, Audi will keep it at its official museum in Ingolstadt, Germany. The car was an R8 V10 Performance coupe finished in.

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Australian Government announces watered-down emissions regulations

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The Australian Government has made key concessions to its proposed New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) to try and assure its passage through Parliament. Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen and Transport Minister Catherine King announced the changes today, joined by representatives of Toyota, Tesla, Hyundai, the Motor Traders Association of Australia, the Electric Vehicle Council, and the Australian Automotive Dealers Association.

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Ford developing retractable fender tie-down points

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Ford is looking to make it a little easier for drivers to secure cargo to a vehicle's roof. In a patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 12 (and originally filed on Sept. 9, 2022), Ford discusses incorporating fold-out tie-down points into vehicle fenders. Ropes or straps are needed to secure.

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Silence S04 review

Autocar

Spanish firm uses its electric motorbike tech on a miniature electric ‘car’ aimed at city inhabitants On the evidence of this outing, the Silence S04, a new electric quadricycle from a Spanish company that also makes electric motorbikes, does everything that the Citroën Ami promises to do but better.Established in 2014 by former Dakar motorbike racer Carlos Sotelo, Silence claims to now be the biggest specialist EV maker in Europe – which probably says as much about European and Chinese EV strat

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2025 Toyota GRMN Supra spied again with new details

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Toyota is about to up the performance of its Supra sports car in a big way. The automaker has been spotted testing a prototype at the Nürburgring and on some of the German racetrack's surrounding roads, which is thought to be for a track-focused GRMN grade. GRMN is the range-topping option for road cars developed by Toyota's Gazoo Racing.

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Easter Jeep Safari concepts, final Audi R8: Today's Car News

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The annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, is underway, and once again Jeep has shown up with a family of concept vehicles. There are four this year, one of which is a bright green Wagoneer dubbed the Vacationeer. It looks awesome with its retro cues found inside and out. Audi's R8 supercar has ended production after 17 years and two.

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Nissan Sentra T-bones Tesla Cybertruck, EV Claims The Win

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The Tesla Cybertruck is unlikely ever to be sold in Europe or China due to its lack of concessions to pedestrian safety, but as these crash pictures prove, it can make a real mess of cars, too. Images and video footage captured in Tampa, Florida, and widely shared on social media, show the aftermath of a collision between a Cybertruck and a much smaller Nissan Sentra on S Himes Avenue.

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Australian new-vehicle emissions rules weakened after car-maker backlash

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The Federal Government has watered down proposed emissions regulations for new cars, following pressure from the automotive industry in recent weeks. Concessions will be made for heavy-duty four-wheel-drives under weakened plans for tailpipe emissions rules for new vehicles announced by the Australian Government today. The government has conceded to calls from Australia’s top car makers warning the original proposal for vehicle emissions targets announced in February would see utes and 4WD

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Kia EV9 GT first look: 600bhp seven-seater hits the Nurburgring

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The EV9 GT will bring more power, performance-focused chassis tweaks and angrier styling Big electric SUV gets even more power, performance-focused chassis tweaks and a mean styling overhaul The Kia EV9 GT is in the final stages of testing ahead of its launch as the Korean brand's most powerful and expensive car yet. The GT transformation will bring more power, performance-focused chassis tweaks and angrier styling to the three-row electric SUV, which was launched in standard form last year.

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2025 Toyota Supra GRMN Spotted With New Hood, Upgraded Wing

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The latest Supra GRMN prototype sported a new vented hood and a redesigned rear wing for better downforce. Speculation swirls around the engine , with rumors suggesting either the mighty BMW M4 CSL’s powerplant or the slightly less potent M2’s engine. Toyota remains tight-lipped about its debut, but the GRMN Supra is expected to launch within the next year.

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Autoblog's Editors' Picks: Our complete list of the best new vehicles

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Filed under: Green , Acura , Alfa Romeo , Aston Martin , Audi , Bentley , BMW , Cadillac , Chevrolet , Chrysler , Dodge , Ford , Genesis , GM , GMC , Honda , Hummer , Hyundai , Jeep , Kia , Lamborghini , Land Rover , Lexus , Lincoln , Maybach , Mazda , McLaren , Mercedes-Benz , Nissan , Porsche , RAM , Rolls-Royce , Toyota , Volkswagen , Volvo , Truck , Convertible , Coupe , Crossover , Hatchback , Minivan/Van , SUV , Wagon , Electric , Hybrid , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles , Performance , Superca

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Fisker’s Future Looks Bleak As Bailout Talks With OEM End, Stock Trading Suspended

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Fisker in Financial Trouble: Talks of a potential bailout by a major automaker have fallen through, leaving Fisker’s future uncertain. Stock Trading Halted: As a result of the failed negotiations, trading of Fisker stock has been suspended. Bleak Outlook: This turn of events raises serious questions about Fisker’s ability to continue operations.

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Genesis announces high-performance 'Magma' GV60 and G80

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Filed under: Green , Genesis , Coupe , Crossover , Electric , Luxury , Performance Continue reading Genesis announces high-performance 'Magma' GV60 and G80 Genesis announces high-performance 'Magma' GV60 and G80 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution Brings COTA Record Back Home

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Knowing that a rival supercar brand held the lap record at its local track can’t have been easy for Hennessey , but the Texan firm won’t be losing any more sleep over the matter. Hennessey has revealed today that it has smashed the lap record at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin with its Venom F5 Revolution. Wearing street-legal, but very much track-focused Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires, the Revolution lapped COTA in 2:10.90, beating the 2:11.33 time set by the previous reco

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Cox Automotive Forecast: March New-Vehicle Sales to Jump 4.5% From Year-Ago Levels, as U.S. Market Continues to Normalize

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ATLANTA, March 25, 2024 – Cox Automotive forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales in Q1 will increase 5.6% year over year and reach 3.8 million units. The year-over-year increase in Q1 sales suggests that the new-vehicle market in the U.S. continues to recover slowly from the 10-year low – 13.8 million total sales – recorded in 2022. … Continued The post Cox Automotive Forecast: March New-Vehicle Sales to Jump 4.5% From Year-Ago Levels, as U.S.

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Tesla Cybertruck Could Soon Charge Wirelessly, Hidden Hardware Suggests

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The Cybertruck service manual hints at future wireless charging capabilities, with blank connectors designated for an “inductive charger.” Wireless charging could improve convenience for Tesla owners, eliminating the need to physically plug in the vehicle. While Tesla isn’t the only automaker exploring wireless charging, the tech could revolutionize electric vehicles by reducing range anxiety and allowing for smaller batteries.

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Dad buys cancer-stricken son a Mustang, Ford CEO Jim Farley helps him live for today in it

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Filed under: Ford , Coupe Continue reading Dad buys cancer-stricken son a Mustang, Ford CEO Jim Farley helps him live for today in it Dad buys cancer-stricken son a Mustang, Ford CEO Jim Farley helps him live for today in it originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mercedes Teases Facelifted G500 And AMG G63 Before Imminent Debut

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The W463 G-Class is about to receive a mid-lifecycle update, with the G500 and AMG-branded G63 trims appearing in official teasers. The facelift will improve the aerodynamics without altering the SUV’s boxy silhouette and rugged stance, while the interior will benefit from a modern infotainment touchscreen. Furthermore, Mercedes will introduce mild hybrid options to the lineup alongside a fully electric version.

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Fisker stock trades halted as talks with Nissan collapse

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Fisker , Nissan Continue reading Fisker stock trades halted as talks with Nissan collapse Fisker stock trades halted as talks with Nissan collapse originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2026 Hyundai Palisade Beefs Up With An Edgier Attitude

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Hyundai is testing a redesigned Palisade with a bolder design that’s expected to debut next year Interior rumored for major upgrade with a large curved display and higher quality materials A turbocharged engine, possibly a 3.5-liter V6, could replace the current naturally-aspirated unit Hyundai is gearing up to introduce the facelifted Tucson and Santa Cruz at the New York Auto Show, but the brand is also working on a redesigned Palisade.

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2025 Nissan Navara: Our first glimpse of the all-new global ute

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Images of the new-generation Navara have been teased by Nissan, months ahead of the ute’s expected debut. A shadowy silhouette of the 2025 Nissan Navara has been teased during a presentation by the company’s chief executive officer. It’s the first time the new-generation Navara has been seen, with Nissan expected to unveil the all-new ute before the end of the year – as exclusively reported by Drive in January 2023 – ahead of its debut in 2025.

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The Supercar Era Is Over At Audi As R8 Production Ends

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All good things come to an end and that’s clear today as Audi has built the last R8. The news hardly comes as a surprise, as the automaker had previously announced plans to phase out the model in the first quarter, but it’s bittersweet nonetheless. Audi has been tight-lipped about the end of production, but Top Gear was on hand to see the final model being built at the Böllinger Höfe plant in Germany.

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Revised business plan to bring 30 new Nissans by 2026

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Nissan now expects electrified cars to account for 60% of its global sales mix by 2030 Japanese firm will launch 14 pure-ICE and 16 electrified models over the next two years Nissan will launch 30 new cars over the next two years, as part of a revised business plan dubbed The Arc. Sixteen of them will use electrified powertrains, while 60% of Nissan ’s current combustion-engined cars will be refreshed.

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2025 Kia EV9 GT Hits The Track As A High-Performance Three-Row EV

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The Kia EV9 has been a smashing success and it could be named World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle later this week. Those titles would be a big honor, but Kia isn’t slowing down as they’re developing a high-performance variant known as the EV9 GT. Recently spied undergoing testing on the Nürburgring, the prototype has ditched heavy cladding for a more form-fitting camouflage wrap.

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Best Ford Mustangs of all time

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Filed under: Ford , Automotive History , Convertible , Coupe , Hatchback , Luxury , Performance Continue reading Best Ford Mustangs of all time Best Ford Mustangs of all time originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:10:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Citroen Basalt Coupe-SUV Targets Emerging Markets

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The new coupe-SUV is aimed at budget-conscious buyers in South America and India. Debuting on March 27th, the Basalt is expected to share its platform and possibly its 1.2-liter turbo engine with the Citroen C3 and C3 Aircross. Rumors suggest the possibility of a fully electric version in the near future, expanding Citroen’s EV lineup Citroen is gearing up to shake things up in the South American and Indian markets with a fresh addition to its lineup, jumping into the coupe-SUV frenzy with

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Tesla Now Offering Six Additional Wrap Colors for New Cybertruck, 11 Colors in Total

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Tesla has expanded its customization options for the Cybertruck, now offering a total of 11 wrap colors, including six new additions. These new colors, namely Forest Green, Satin Crimson Red, Iridescent Purple, Tactical Green, Satin Dark Grey, and Copper Tinted Clear, are aimed at providing more choices for both existing and prospective owners. These colors join the existing options of Satin Rose Gold, Satin Abyss Blue, Slip Grey, Satin Stealth Black, and Satin Ceramic White.

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San Diego Thieves Are Stealing Way Too Many Wheels, Especially From Toyota Trucks

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Car ownership has its ups and downs and of all the things you can have happen, walking outside to find the wheels of your car missing is one of the most frustrating. This year, this has become an increasingly common scenario for San Diego residents. The San Diego Police Department says that since January this year, it has been told of roughly 25 cases of wheels and tires being removed from vehicles overnight.

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McLaren Gets New Owners, Additional Funding Assuring Long-Term Stability and Profitability

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McLaren has entered a new chapter with its recent acquisition by the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Mumtalakat Holding Company. This purchase marks a significant milestone as Mumtalakat now holds full ownership of McLaren, encompassing all divisions, including the prestigious roadgoing supercar division, motorsport teams, and technology wing.

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Badass V8-Powered Toyota FJ40 Restomod Is The Stuff Of Dreams

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A 1969 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser receives a modern makeover from Icon 4×4 with a Vortec V8. Gearheads and collectors can vie for this one-of-a-kind FJ40 on April 6th at a Mecum Auctions event in Houston. Icon 4×4 has established itself as one of the leaders of off-roader restomods and a 1969 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser it built back in 2017 will soon hit the auction block.

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Nissan to Launch 30 New Vehicles Worldwide by 2027, 16 Will be EVs

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Nissan has outlined an ambitious plan to roll out 30 new models worldwide by March 2027, with a sharp focus on electric vehicles (EVs). This announcement is part of its updated medium-term business strategy aimed at boosting global sales by 1 million vehicles while simultaneously enhancing profitability through cost-cutting measures. The Japanese automaker, historically recognized for its groundbreaking all-battery-powered Leaf, acknowledges the need to catch up in the rapidly evolving EV market

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Laguna Seca Noise Concerns Muffled As Neighbors Drop Lawsuit

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There have been no shortage of historic victories earned on track at California’s Laguna Seca Raceway, but the win that will have the biggest impact on its future just happened off track. The world-famous racetrack is celebrating a “favorable resolution” to a lawsuit brought against it in recent months with concerns about its impact on nearby residents. “The future of the track and the amazing recreation area, which is a premier County Park, is bright,” said Nick Pa

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Tesla Model Y Was Most-Produced Vehicle in the World During 2023

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In 2023, the automotive landscape witnessed a shift in production dynamics, with the Tesla Model Y emerging as the most-produced vehicle worldwide, according to a study by French EV research firm Inovev. While the Ford F-150 often garners attention for its sales dominance in American automotive media, globally it was Tesla that claimed the top spot.

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Californian Chop Shop Busted With $600,000 In Stolen Corvettes, Camaros

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Police raid nabs chop shop with over half-a-million dollars worth of stolen Camaros and Corvettes. 5 accused of running the shop and selling stolen parts. Late-model sports cars targeted, some being dismantled on-site. The Valley Division of the California Highway Patrol announced a huge bust this month, after a team of police agencies raided an alleged chop shop in the San Joaquin Valley.

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The Audi R8 Reaches the End of the Line

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The Audi R8, a well known symbol of performance and luxury in the automotive world, has reached the end of its illustrious journey. Its final incarnation, a striking Vegas Yellow coupe adorned with a carbon fiber exterior package and 20-inch wheels, recently rolled off the assembly line at the Audi Böllinger Höfe facility in Heilbronn, Germany. This marked the conclusion of a remarkable era for the supercar.