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Ford patents sliding center console for reconfigurable interiors

Motor Authority

Ford engineers have designed a sliding center console that could be used by both passengers and any pets they may have on board. Cupholders are a common feature in center consoles, but this version also incorporates a holder for a pet's water bowl. And it would be able to slide fore and aft to position drinks closer to specific seats, according to.

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Have we reached peak Mark IV Toyota Supra?

Machines with Souls

The Mark IV Toyota Supra has reached astronomical prices in the past – but are they finally approaching affordable now? The post Have we reached peak Mark IV Toyota Supra? appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Lamborghini Huracán STJ, 2025 Buick Enclave: This Week's Top Photos

Motor Authority

The Lamborghini Huracán ends production this year after a run lasting a decade. The final version was revealed this week as the Huracán STJ, of which just 10 examples will be built. Lamborghini's replacement for the Huracán was spotted this week testing in camouflaged form. Rumored to be called a Temerario, the newest raging.

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Welcome to the weird world of the 1970s microcar

Autocar

Barrett owns a Mini Comtesse (left), SEAB Flipper (centre) and a William Cyclo (right) This collector focuses on these miniature marvels and plans to drive one all over the UK. We learn more At a Sunday morning car meet recently, I was about to tuck into a bacon sandwich when a small yellow box purred by, doing around 15mph. Turning in to the car park, it came to a stop in front of the assorted Stags , Esprits , Mustangs and other relics drawing the usual crowd.

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McLaren 650S Crashes Into Three Parked Cars While Exiting Malibu Car Meet

Carscoops

Supercars aren’t easy to drive and one person found that out the hard way when leaving a car meet. They were driving a McLaren 650S Spider and crashed it into several cars and barriers in the median. They also did so directly in front of a motorcycle policeman. Car meet-ups are a great place to get to know the community, see some cool cars, and sometimes to watch unskilled drivers risk the safety of themselves and others to try and show off.

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Voltpost shows device to convert lamp posts to EV chargers

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Technology , Electric , Infrastructure Continue reading Voltpost shows device to convert lamp posts to EV chargers Voltpost shows device to convert lamp posts to EV chargers originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Kia Tasman: Aussie-Centric Design For A Global Pickup

Carscoops

Kia will launch the Tasman, its first pickup truck, in 2025 with a focus on the Australian market, known for its love of dual-cab utes. Australia’s best-selling new vehicle last year was the same-sized Ford Ranger, followed by the Toyota Hilux. The company acknowledges the challenge of entering this crowded segment but plans to offer a diesel-powered option with towing and payload capacities suited for both work and family use.

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Toyota Yaris vs Renault Clio 2024 twin test: hybrid supermini battle

Auto Express

With more and more electrified rivals arriving, Toyota has given its hybrid-only Yaris a facelift. We put it up against Renault’s class-leading Clio.

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Tesla tells Cybertruck employees that shifts will be shorter at the Austin Gigafactory

Auto Blog

Filed under: Commerce Continue reading Tesla tells Cybertruck employees that shifts will be shorter at the Austin Gigafactory Tesla tells Cybertruck employees that shifts will be shorter at the Austin Gigafactory originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 19:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The M3 GTR Might Be the Best-Sounding BMW on the Planet

Motor 1

The GTR uses racing version of the M5's V-8 stuffed into the E36 M3's body. It's a recipe for perfection.

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Magna car plant will test a humanoid robot

Auto Blog

Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing , Weird Car News , Emerging Technologies Continue reading Magna car plant will test a humanoid robot Magna car plant will test a humanoid robot originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Watch This Forlorn Camaro Get a Much-Needed Wash After 20 Years of Sitting

Motor 1

This forgotten Camaro RS has been rotting away untouched for two decades. It's long past due for a thorough wash.

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Chinese car plants in Italy could mean 'unpopular decisions,' Stellantis warns

Auto Blog

Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing Continue reading Chinese car plants in Italy could mean 'unpopular decisions,' Stellantis warns Chinese car plants in Italy could mean 'unpopular decisions,' Stellantis warns originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Scary Formula Drift Fire Shows How Quickly Things Can Go Wrong in a Race Car

Motor 1

This onboard video proves how things can go from very fun to very scary in a matter of seconds.

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Soaring insurance costs hit just as U.S. buyers finally get a break on car prices

Auto Blog

Filed under: Car Buying , Auto Repair , Insurance , Ownership Continue reading Soaring insurance costs hit just as U.S. buyers finally get a break on car prices Soaring insurance costs hit just as U.S. buyers finally get a break on car prices originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Toyota Yaris and Renault Clio E-Tech being driven on UK roads - pictures

Auto Express

Pictures of the Toyota Yaris and Renault Clio E-Tech undergoing our real-world twin test. Pictures taken by photographer Otis Clay.

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Junkyard Gem: 1995 Jaguar XJR

Auto Blog

Filed under: Jaguar , Automotive History , Special and Limited Editions , Performance , Classics , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1995 Jaguar XJR Junkyard Gem: 1995 Jaguar XJR originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hellcat Owner Gonna Hell Cat, OJ Gets Recalled And A Big Dumb Sign In This Week's Car Culture Roundup

Jalopnik

An infamous Dodge Charger Hellcat driver who would film himself recklessly driving and speeding in his “Belltown Hellcat ” has been barred from driving the car. Not any car. He can still drive if he wants to. He just cannot drive his Hellcat anymore. I thought this was America. - Andy Kalmowitz Read More Read more.

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Teaching refugee women to drive offers all kinds of freedom

Auto Blog

Filed under: Driving Continue reading Teaching refugee women to drive offers all kinds of freedom Teaching refugee women to drive offers all kinds of freedom originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Broken Bridges, The Enduring Legacy Of The School Bus And A Solar Eclipse In This Week's Beyond Cars Roundup

Jalopnik

It’s a big day for America, for a few minutes this afternoon it’s going to get dark before the sun sets. That’s not because of witchcraft, it’s instead because the moon will pass in front of the sun in the first total solar eclipse to be visible in the U.S. since 2017. After that happens, there’s going to be a lot of… Read more.

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The best portable speaker of 2024

Auto Blog

Filed under: Commerce Continue reading The best portable speaker of 2024 The best portable speaker of 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Old People Cars, Bad Opinions And Features You Can't Live Without In This Week's QOTD Roundup

Jalopnik

Since Cadillac stopped building leather sofas on wheels, and many other automakers killed off their AARP member special editions like Toyota did to its Avalon and Ford did to its Crown Victoria, what new car is left for old folks to tootle around in? We asked the Jalopnik audience this pressing question last week, and… Read more.

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The best car detailing products of 2024

Auto Blog

Filed under: Commerce Continue reading The best car detailing products of 2024 The best car detailing products of 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 13 Apr 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Cheap Genesis G70s, April Lease Deals And A Fun WCSYB In This Week's Car Buying Roundup

Jalopnik

Let’s say you’re in the car market looking for something fun or, at the very least, somewhat interesting to drive. There are some great options to be had on the used market and, if you’re not picky or a badge snob, one of the best sport sedans to come to market in the last decade can be had for compact car money, the G… Read more.

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Tesla, Elon Musk And More Tesla In This Week's News Roundup

Jalopnik

Body cam footage released Tuesday of a traffic stop in Chicago gone horrifically wrong is calling into question the official story told by police on the scene. Five plainclothed Chicago police swarmed 26-year-old Dexter Reed’s car on March 21, pumping 96 shots into his vehicle after Reed apparently fired at officers.… Read more.

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