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Updated 2025 Audi E-Tron GT caught on video

Motor Authority

Audi's E-Tron GT is set to come in for a facelift, and a new prototype has been spotted. The E-Tron GT is an electric performance sedan developed by the Audi Sport division and closely related to the Porsche Taycan which recently debuted in updated form, receiving more range, performance, and faster charging. Both models use an EV platform.

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BSCB is headed to Beijing!

Best Selling Cars Blog

For the first time in 5 years, BSCB will be able to visit the biggest Auto Show in the world: Auto China! This year it is held in Beijing, and I will report on it in detail when the press days are over. Internet connection is unpredictable in China and some websites may be blocked so expect a few days with no updates this week as I’ll be focused on the Auto Show.

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Ferrari LaFerrari prototype listed for auction

Motor Authority

Prototypes are usually destroyed after development of a given vehicle is complete, but this Ferrari LaFerrari prototype escaped that fate and is now up for auction on SBX Cars. This car is a third-phase prototype designated by the factory as an F150 Protipo Preserie PS1, according to the auction listing. As a later-phase prototype, it's visually.

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Colombia March 2024: Toyota Corolla Cross repeats at #1, now also #1 YTD in depleted market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota Corolla Cross is now #1 year-to-date in Colombia. Holy week celebrations hit the Colombian new car market further in March at -22.6% year-on-year to 13,361 sales. Keep in mind March 2023 was already off -17.2% on the year prior. The Q1 volume is off -14.4% to 40,567. Toyota (-10.5%) resists much better than the market to hold onto the brands pole position with a dominant 16.1% share.

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2024 Mazda CX-80 3-row SUV launches in Europe

Motor Authority

Mazda last week took the wraps off a new three-row mid-size crossover SUV called the CX-80. It shares a platform and interior with the CX-70 and CX-90 crossovers offered in the U.S., but unlike those models it won't be sold here. It starts sales in Europe later this year and will be rolled out to additional markets next year. The CX-80 is.

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Slovenia March 2024: Citroen (+85.9%), Hyundai (+58.2%) stand out in stable market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Citroen C3 ranks #4 in March in Slovenia. Next generation pictured. The Slovenian new car market is almost immobile in March, up 1 unit year-on-year to 5,272 sales. The Q1 volume is up 4% to 13,993. Volkswagen (-15.3%) endures the biggest drop in the Top 9 but easily remains in the lead with 13.3% share vs. 12.7% so far this year. Skoda (-3.7%) is also in negative at #2 with 10.4% share, in line with the 10.3% it commands over Q1.

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Verstappen wins incident-packed 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix

Motor Authority

The first Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in five years got underway on Sunday at the Shanghai International Circuit. It was an incident-filled event with the top order changing frequently, but in the end Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen was able to cement another victory. He was followed by McLaren's Norris in second, close to 14 seconds behind, and.

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Ford F-150 Raptor R's V-8 available as $29,500 crate motor

Motor Authority

Ford's supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 known as the Predator is available once again in crate form, and is priced at $29,500. The engine is probably best known as the power source of the previous-generation Mustang's Shelby GT500 variant, where it delivered 760 hp. It now does duty in the F-150 Raptor R, albeit with output slightly detuned to 720 hp.

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MG EXE181 concept previews Rimac-baiting electric hypercar

Autocar

Smooth, long-tailed body gives lower drag coefficient than a Volkswagen XL1 Chinese firm claims new concept will hit 62mph in 1.9sec, thanks in part to 0.181 drag coefficient MG has unveiled the EXE181 concept, a futuristic Rimac-baiting electric hypercar, ahead of its public debut at the Beijing motor show. It is inspired by the EX181 land speed record car driven by Stirling Moss and Phil Hill throughout the late 1950s, which was designed for optimal aerodynamic efficiency.

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The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years

Auto Blog

Filed under: Buick , Tesla , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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EasyCare Unveils New Brand Identity

AutoDealer Today

Change reflects union with National Auto Care and focus on forward-thinking solutions.

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The BMW F82 M4 has the wrong name

Machines with Souls

A new name and turbocharged inline-six engine bring a complex legacy to BMW's M4 Coupe, the car that replaced the M3. The post The BMW F82 M4 has the wrong name appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Hyundai Says It’s Cooler

AutoDealer Today

Carmaker finds nanostructure window tinting it developed bests conventional products, especially in scorching climates.

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Kia Niro EV And EV9 May Lose Power While Driving

Carscoops

The manufacturer needs to tighten the differential gear bolts in the Gear Drive Unit. Owners will be reimbursed if they have previously paid to fix the issue. This recall comes just a month after the Hyundai group recalled most of its E-GMP-based models in the U.S. Kia is recalling select EV9 and Niro EV models in the United States, two of the brand’s most popular all-electric SUVs.

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Dealership Returns to Original Owner

AutoDealer Today

California store’s founder plans to expand and renovate it, focusing on truck sales.

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MG EXE181 Electric Hypercar Concept Promises A 0-62 MPH Sprint In 1.9 Seconds

Carscoops

If you thought that the Cyberster two-seater roadster was the sportiest MG could go, you’re definitely wrong. The SAIC-owned brand announced the EXE181 hypercar concept for the Beijing Auto Show. The single-seater EV features an ultra-aerodynamic body and is powered by quad electric motors, promising a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 1.9 seconds.

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First US Warranty Launches Nationwide

AutoDealer Today

Company provides auto service agreements and other finance-and-insurance programs to franchise auto dealerships.

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Hyundai Nano Cooling Film Can Reduce Interior Temperatures By Up To 71° F

Carscoops

Hyundai is moving forward with the development of their Nano Cooling Film. It’s a transparent film that is applied to vehicles and helps to significantly lower interior temperatures. Testing has shown the film can reduce interior surface temperatures by up to 22° C (71.6° F). This spring has been unseasonably warm and summer is right around the corner.

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New ASE Chairman Says It's Year of Change

AutoDealer Today

In a message to the industry, vice president, quality at Toyota says the nonprofit testing, certification group will align its standards with new tech, streamline testing access, and boost its visibility.

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24 Y.O. Dealer Employee Wrecks Ferrari F40 On Way To Car Show

Carscoops

German luxury car restorer and dealer, Mechatronik, was planning to show its $3.2 million Ferrari F40 at the nearby Motorworld car show. Just 11 miles away from their HQ, the company decided to let a 24-year-old employee drive the Ferrari there. On the way, the employee reportedly lost control of the classic Italian supercar crashiong nose-first into the wall of a tunnel.

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BYD confirms Shark name for first plug-in hybrid pick-up

Autocar

The BYD Shark will steal a march on the electrified pick-up truck market New four-wheel-drive double-cab truck from China is poised to rival the forthcoming Ford Ranger PHEV BYD has confirmed that its first pick-up truck will be called the Shark, ahead of its unveiling at the Beijing motor show. The Chinese giant announced the truck will introduce a new plug-in hybrid powertrain called DMO (dual-mode off-road) that's said to optimise off-road performance.

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2024 Dark Horse Mustang Engulfed In Flames After Stuck Clutch

Carscoops

Photos of what may be the first fire to destroy a 2024 Mustang have emerged online. The owner reports that the issues started when the clutch malfunctioned after they shifted into fifth gear. Once they had pulled over, the section of the engine bay just behind the clutch pedal burst into flames. Photos have emerged online showing what may be the first fire to consume a seventh-generation Mustang Dark Horse.

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Vauxhall Grandland reinvented with 435-mile electric option

Autocar

The new Grandland is based on Stellantis’s new STLA Medium architecture Flagship SUV grows with petrol and EV options; is first Vauxhall based on STLA Medium platform The Vauxhall Grandland has been reinvented for a second generation, adopting a fresh look, a thoroughly overhauled interior and the option of electric power for the first time as it moves onto a new platform.

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Obscure 1996 Toyota Classic Is A Hilux In A Retro Wrapper

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A rare 1996 Toyota Classic, one of only 100 ever built, will be auctioned by Mecum in May 2024. The model was launched in 1996 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Model AA. Based on a Hilux chassis, the Classic features an AA-inspired body with chrome accents, whitewall tires, and a wood-trimmed interior. If the turn of the century had a theme, it was retro.

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2025 Aston Martin DBX707, 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS: Today's Car News

Motor Authority

Aston Martin's DBX has only been around for a couple of years but has already received its first update. For the 2025 model year, the high-performance SUV is being offered exclusively in the range-topping DBX707 grade. It also features a revamped interior borrowing technology from the latest DB12 and Vantage sports cars. The Porsche Cayenne.

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Dumb Or Daring? Pagani Utopia Owner Drives Through Dubai Floods

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Pagani is building just 99 examples of the V12-powered Utopia. Customer deliveries of the Italian exotic started last year and this owner isn’t afraid to drive it. Fortunately, the water that flooded the road doesn’t appear very deep. The UAE was hit by unprecedented floods on April 16 and while driving in such conditions is never a good idea, the owner of this Pagani Utopia never received that memo.

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The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years

Auto Blog

Filed under: Land Rover , Mercedes-Benz , Porsche , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The New MG Electric Hypercar Hits 62 MPH in 1.9 Seconds

Motor 1

The concept car has an ultra-low drag coefficient of just 0.181.

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Zora Who? Tuned Twin-Turbo Corvette E-Ray With 1,000 HP Runs 1/4 Mile In 9.7 Seconds

Carscoops

This Corvette E-Ray also features new pistons and delivers approximately 1,000 hp. The car can comfortably sprint down the quarter-mile in 9.7 seconds. Chevy’s upcoming C8 Corvette Zora is tipped to use a twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8. Chevrolet is believed to be developing a flagship C8 with a twin-turbocharged V8 and a hybrid-electric drivetrain with upwards of 1,000 hp.

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Skoda Fabia goes for bigger slice of supermini sales with 2024 updates

Auto Express

Skoda has given its Fabia updated powertrains and equipment

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Hyundai Pauses Advertising On X After Being Shown Alongside Antisemitic Post

Carscoops

The company had been running a campaign on X focused on its efforts to combat climate change. X has suspended the account that denied the holocaust and made other claims. Elon Musk has refuted claims that antisemitism is rife across his social media platform. Hyundai has halted advertisements on X and has concerns with brand safety issues on the platform.

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Lexus announces winners of Centre of Excellence awards.

Motor Trader

Lexus has announced the winners of its 2023 Centre of Excellence awards. Lexus Stoke won Centre of the Year and Lexus Vantage Group being named Group of the Year. The annual awards, presented at a recent ceremony in London, honour the top-performing Lexus Centres across the United Kingdom in a variety of categories including, new and used car sales, marketing, fleet and business sales and omotenashi (hospitality).

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BYD Names Its 480 HP Pickup ‘Shark’ As Undisguised Photos Reveal All

Carscoops

It has been officially confirmed that the new Toyota Hilux rival from BYD will be named the “Shark.” The BYD Shark was spotted in Mexico without any camouflage on, revealing its exterior design in full. The pickup will ride on BYD’s DMO architecture featuring a plug-in hybrid setup with nearly 480 hp of power. BYD announced that its first ever electrified pickup will be called “Shark” The mid-size truck will feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain and is set to make its

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The Range Rover Electric Sure Looks Like the Gas Model

Motor 1

The first revealing images of the Range Rover EV show it's a spitting image of the ICE model.

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2024 Opel Grandland Grows Up With EV And ICE Options

Carscoops

The new Opel Grandland EV gets up to 700 km (434 miles) of range. Two different internal combustion hybrids are also going to be available. The entire car is a dramatic shift up market from the previous generation. The all-new 2024 Opel Grandland has arrived, marking a bold departure from the last generation. Set to be available later this year as both an Opel across mainland Europe and as a Vauxhall in the UK, the Grandland brings with it a slew of luxury features that elevate it into a unique

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Tesla slashes prices in Australia for second time in a month: Model 3, Model Y down

Drive.com

Prices of Tesla electric cars in Australia have been cut for the second time in four weeks amid slowing international demand for the company’s models. US electric-car giant Tesla has slashed prices by $3000 across most of its model range in Australia for the second time this month amid increased competition and cooling demand overseas. After reducing prices by $1000 to $8500 on April 4 , Tesla has dropped the cost of the Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range versions of the Model 3 sedan and Mod

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BMW M3 CS Touring Puts The Waaaah Into Wagon

Carscoops

M3 CS Touring is a wagon version of last year’s CS sedan S58 inline six tuned to 543 hp, drives all four wheels through a mandatory auto Aero upgrades and suspension tweaks increase cornering speeds BMW hadn’t sold a Touring version of a real M car for years until the current M3 appeared in 2022. But now it’s making up for lost time and is getting ready to reveal three new hot wagons.

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