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2025 Infiniti QX80 taken apart to get it above 100-story New York tower

Motor Authority

The redesigned 2025 Infiniti QX80 made its public debut at the Edge at Hudson Yards—a skyscraper viewing deck 100 stories above the streets of New York City's Manhattan borough. Getting one of these big SUVs up there took some doing. As shown in a video released by Infiniti, the QX80 used for the reveal was disassembled and then reassembled.

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Luxembourg March 2024: Porsche (+36.9%) up to #8 in declining market

Best Selling Cars Blog

Porsche ranks #8 in the Luxembourg brands ranking in March. New car sales in Luxembourg endure a -12.6% year-on-year drop in March to 4,585 units, meaning the Q1 volume is down -4.9% to 12,500. Volkswagen (+12.1%) defies the negative market to cement its leadership in the brands chars with 12.7% share for the month and 12.9% year-to-date. BMW (-3%) follows at 10.6% and 11.1% YTD, with Mercedes (-25.9%) and Audi (-33.3%) in tow and replicating the YTD Top 4.

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Bugatti Bolide ready for production as testing concludes

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Testing of the Bugatti Bolide is complete, paving the way for the start of production of the track-only hypercar. Bugatti said the first examples are expected to reach customers in the next few months. The lengthy testing process emphasized both quick lap times and accessibility, according to the automaker. Andy Wallace, a 24 Hours of Le.

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Belgium March/Q1 2024: Tesla Model Y and Volvo XC40 on top

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Tesla Model Y is the best-selling model in Belgium over Q1 2024. It’s a tough month for Belgian new car sales: off -13.5% year-on-year to 44,751 in March. However the Q1 volume remains in positive at +2.8% to 135,140. This is the highest Q1 result since 2019. Over Q1, private sales account for 38.1% of the total amount, up from 31.2% in 2023 but down from 42.6% over pre-pandemic 2019.

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Abarth reveals retro sports coupe based on Alfa Romeo 4C

Autocar

Limited-run two-seater pays tribute to one of the Italian brand's most successful racers Abarth has revealed a retro two-seat sports coupé to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Called the Abarth Classiche 1300 OT, it's based on the Alfa Romeo 4C and is described as a 'modern reinterpretation' of the 1965 Fiat -Abarth OT 1300 race car, which claimed high-profile victories at the Nürburgring, Monza and Mugello in period.

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Peugeot’s Secret 208 Cabriolet Prototype Revealed

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A secret prototype for a soft-top 208 Cabriolet was recently revealed at the Peugeot museum in France. Unlike its hardtop predecessors, the 208 Cabriolet aimed to bring back the classic canvas roof configuration for better proportions, rear passenger space, and potentially lower costs. Development started in 2007 but the project was scrapped due to high development costs compared to the similar DS3 Cabrio with a smaller folding roof.

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Aston Martin DB12 Coupe and Volante

Autocar

Replacement for the DB11 grand tourer packs a 671bhp V8 and has the Bentley Continental GT and Ferrari Roma in its sights Might this be the most significant facelift that any grand-touring sports car has ever had? The Aston Martin DB12, which we first sampled in France in July 2023, isn’t quite all-new, but the shift in approach that it represents definitely is – and might be quite easy to overlook.This is really the first of Gaydon’s major model introductions since Lawrence Stroll bought contro

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BMW X3 prototype drive

Autocar

Major overhaul in every department for Munich’s best-selling model BMW’s recent unveiling of the Neue Klasse X concept showed us how the BMW iX3 is set to radically progress in 2025. The heavy focus on the electric SUV doesn’t mean Munich is abandoning the combustion-engined BMW X3 any time soon, though. On the contrary: as petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid cars continue to take the majority of the brand’s sales, it will send its most popular model into a fourth generation at the end of this yea

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Poll: The Ford Mustang Is Turning 60, Which Generation Did It Best?

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The Ford Mustang turns 60 next week. It’s outlived every one of the imitators it inspired, and though the original pony car now sells around one 12th as many units as it did during its 1960s peak, it remains a cultural icon and is one of the few new cars still available with a V8 and a manual ‘box. To last that long, the Mustang has had to adapt to changes in technology, consumer demand and government regulations along the way.

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Best of a dying breed: Ford, Lexus and Jaguar V8 showdown

Autocar

The LC and F-Type's retirement leaves the Mustang as the last V8 bruiser standing. But is it the best? The walkers, cyclists and assorted day-tripping visitors of the Peak District should have no trouble hearing us coming. It's an early July day in the middle of the working week (and, yes, this does count as work, although I never cease to be amazed about that), so I'm not too sorry to interrupt their peace.

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Chinese EV brand launching solid-state batteries with 1000km range

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Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer GAC Aion will beat some big names in the solid-state battery race. It has announced it will launch all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) in vehicles under its Hyper brand in 2026, and claims these large-capacity batteries will boast ultra-high energy density and safety. Solid-state batteries, as the name suggests, use a solid instead of a liquid electrolyte, such as those found in today’s EV batteries, to stimulate the transfer of electrons.

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2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio EV Could Come With Nearly 1,000 HP

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The next high-performance Quadrifoglio Alfa Romeo will be the Stelvio. CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato says it could make as much as 986 horsepower. The current development prototype makes 941 horsepower already but Alfa is aiming even higher. The transition to electrification isn’t one that everybody is happy about. For some die-hard enthusiasts, parting with the sound and experience of a combustion engine is a tough pill to swallow.

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The car Italy says it’s illegal for Alfa Romeo to build

CarExpert

The Italian Government has criticised Alfa Romeo’s decision to name its new Polish-built crossover Milano , calling the use of the name illegal. “A car called Milano cannot be produced in Poland. This is forbidden by Italian law,” said Italy’s industry minister, Adolfo Urso, in remarks reported by Reuters. He cited legislation from 2003 that targets “Italian sounding” products that falsely claim to be from Italy. “This law stipulates that you cannot give

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This GMC Sierra Thinks Its The Buick GNX’s Wild-Haired Cousin

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This heavily modified 1990 GMC Sierra C3500 Dually features a 7.4-liter V8 engine, low mileage (61,300 miles), and is in overall good condition. The most striking feature is the extensive Tridon SST body kit with outrageous styling cues. Despite its unique features and recent maintenance, the truck failed to meet the reserve price at auction, with bids only reaching $9,100. 34-year-old pickups at auction?

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Tesla charging photo sparks anger – but there’s more to the story

Drive.com

A photo of a Tesla Model 3 at a Queensland charging station has sparked anger online, but the original image highlights an important issue for EV owners. Image credit: Facebook A photo of a poorly parked Tesla Model 3 at a Queensland charging station has drawn ire online, but the original uncropped image reveals a potential flaw in Australia’s EV charging network.

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class recalled

CarExpert

Mercedes-Benz has recalled 86 examples of its A 200 due to an incorrectly printed label. “Due to a vehicle processing error, incorrect fuel consumption and emission data has been provided on the fuel consumption label,” the company says in its recall notice. “There is no safety hazard associated with this recall and the defect will not affect the performance of the vehicle. “Vehicles are not compliant with Australian Design Rule 81/02 – Fuel Consumption Labelling fo

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1992 Acura NSX Unearthed After Hiding 30 Years In Storage

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This 1992 Acura NSX was provided to the owner after a mechanic reportedly crashed his first NSX during a joyride. Seeing that values were rising, the owner opted to park the NSX in a heated garage. The Japanese sports car will soon get a thorough deep cleaning, and the owner plans to sell it, likely in the six-figure range. A dealer joyride that ended in a wreck, a 30-year stint in a heated garage, and an upcoming deep clean that will doubtless be enormously satisfying to watch: this story has e

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‘Where’s your car?’: Pedestrian divides opinion by reserving car park

Drive.com

Dashcam video of a man reserving a car park by standing in it and refusing to leave has caused a stir online. A recent video of a man standing in a Melbourne parking space and refusing to leave has emerged online – with commenters weighing in on car parking etiquette and the associated legalities. The footage, uploaded to the Dash Cam Owners Australia Facebook page , shows a standoff between an unnamed male pedestrian and driver in a laneway in Melbourne’s CBD.

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Why car insurance costs are rising at the fastest rate in 47 years

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Filed under: Insurance Continue reading Why car insurance costs are rising at the fastest rate in 47 years Why car insurance costs are rising at the fastest rate in 47 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Car Dealership’s ‘Match Game’ Mailers Leave Consumers Feeling Deceived

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A Charlotte resident says she feels like she was deceived after receiving a “Match Game” themed flyer from a local dealer. The dealership says the flyer was not a scam, and mailers that seem to promise large prizes but actually award much smaller ones are commonly used across the country. Some legal experts have attempted to take action against the promotional tactic.

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Hyundai i30 recalled

CarExpert

Hyundai Australia has recalled the 2023 i30 Sedan 1.6T to fix a problem with the ‘fail-safe’ mode. “Due to incorrect software being installed in the vehicle, the ‘fail-safe’ mode may not operate when oil pump faults are detected in the dual clutch transmission. If this occurs it may lead to a sudden loss of motive power,” Hyundai says in its recall notice. “A loss of motive power or engine stalling whilst driving could increase the risk of an accident causing injury

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Tesla Owner Calls Cops on Rivian Driver Attempting to Use Supercharger

Automotive Addicts

A Rivian driver found himself in a tense situation at a Supercharger station in California when confronted by a Tesla owner who seemed unaware of the recent policy change allowing other brands to use the charging stations. The Rivian driver recounted the incident on the Rivian Owners Forum , describing how the Tesla owner adamantly insisted that it was illegal for him to charge there and even threatened to call the police.

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Workshops set for business boom as drivers hold on to cars longer

Drive.com

The high cost of living is going to lead to more people putting off servicing and repairs, industry experts warn. Mechanics may be about to see a boom in business as cost of living pressures cause car owners to put off getting their vehicles serviced or repaired. Recent research by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) has shown that more and more people are holding on to their existing vehicles due to tough times financially, with industry bodies concerned that, while the bump in

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BYD got $3.7 billion in Chinese aid to dominate EVs, study says

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Electric Continue reading BYD got $3.7 billion in Chinese aid to dominate EVs, study says BYD got $3.7 billion in Chinese aid to dominate EVs, study says originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 GMC Yukon V8 teased ahead of Australian launch

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General Motors has shown the first official image of its super-sized eight-seat SUV which will join the local GMSV line-up. The first official teaser image of the 2025 GMC Yukon has been released by General Motors (GM) ahead of its arrival in GMSV (General Motors Specialty Vehicles) dealers across Australia. While the updated 2025 GMC Yukon has been spotted testing, this is the first look at the finished production vehicle – or at least part of it – a facelift of the existing fifth-generation Yu

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Is this our first look at the all-new Mazda 6 EV?

CarExpert

Mazda’s Chinese joint venture has published a couple of teasers for a new electric sedan it plans to reveal at this year’s Beijing motor show – could it be a new-generation Mazda 6 ? Changan Mazda is readying a new model for the major Chinese motor show, one of three new electrified models the joint venture plans to release in the domestic market, following on from the CX-50 Hybrid.

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Take a seat: Tesla’s quickest car gets an upgrade

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The Tesla Model S Plaid – capable of 0-100km/h in a claimed 2.1 seconds – has been given an interior upgrade to differentiate it from its cheaper siblings. Tesla has announced a new feature for its quickest-accelerating car that will make you want to sit down. The Model S Plaid is now fitted with a set of tighter, figure-hugging front sports seats to help keep drivers exploiting the electric car’s 761kW in place.

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Junkyard Gem: 2012 Volvo C30 T5 with 6-speed manual

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Filed under: Volvo , Automotive History , Hatchback Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 2012 Volvo C30 T5 with 6-speed manual Junkyard Gem: 2012 Volvo C30 T5 with 6-speed manual originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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'The cure for slow electric car sales is simple - lower prices'

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Mike Rutherford thinks the prices of electric cars is the number one thing deterring consumers from making the switch

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Cadillac Optiq interior revealed before Beijing Auto Show debut

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Filed under: Green , Cadillac , Crossover , Electric , Future Vehicles , Luxury Continue reading Cadillac Optiq interior revealed before Beijing Auto Show debut Cadillac Optiq interior revealed before Beijing Auto Show debut originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New BMW X3 prototype review: first impressions of next-gen mid-size SUV

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The X3 is a BMW best-seller and we’ve taken an early drive of the new model that's about to take over that baton

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Indy and NASCAR: Kyle Larson to race 1,100 miles in one day

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Filed under: Motorsports , Racing Vehicles Continue reading Indy and NASCAR: Kyle Larson to race 1,100 miles in one day Indy and NASCAR: Kyle Larson to race 1,100 miles in one day originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Best speedsters: the top 9 roofless wonders for intensity and style

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For some, these cars are the ultimate in no-compromise motoring, but would you splash out a fortune on one?

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China's EV export boom fuels surge in demand for new car-carrying ships

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Filed under: Green , Electric , Infrastructure Continue reading China's EV export boom fuels surge in demand for new car-carrying ships China's EV export boom fuels surge in demand for new car-carrying ships originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Listening to the Whistle of This Turbocharged Lego V-6 Is Endlessly Satisfying

Motor 1

It's not a traditional turbo, but it does make the Lego V-6 spin faster.

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The best power inverter for cars in 2024

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Filed under: Commerce Continue reading The best power inverter for cars in 2024 The best power inverter for cars in 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 14 Apr 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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European Union formally passes strict Euro 7 emissions rules into law

Drive.com

The final step in the decision-making process has been taken, with the legislation set to come into force in 2030. The Council of the European Union has formally approved the controversial Euro 7 emissions regulations, with the rules set to become ‘operational’ within the coming weeks before coming into effect later this decade. The approval of the Council is the last step in the drawn-out process, and follows the agreement of the European Parliament , as reported by Drive last month