Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Ramps and tonneau covers are common pickup truck accessories. A recently surfaced Toyota patent application combines them. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) April 16, 2024, and originally filed by Toyota in 2022, the application details loading ramps that could be stowed on the underside of a tonneau.
Best Selling Cars Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
BYD holds 14.5% of the Singaporean market in March. New car sales in Singapore 42.1% year-on-year in March to 3,508 unit, leading to a year-to-date tally up 25.7% to 8,162. Toyota (+4%) reclaims the brands top spot despite a very weak uptick, toppling BYD which is up another 13-fold year-on-year to 14.5% share. Mercedes (+14.4%) is also weak at #3 while BMW (+35%) can’t quite catch up to the market growth and Honda (+60.1%) excels.
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Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
EV startup Polestar recently demonstrated the rapid charge capability of a new lithium-ion battery being developed by Israeli company StoreDot. For the demonstration, a Polestar 5 prototype fitted with a 77-kwh battery from StoreDot was able to charge from 10-80% in just 10 minutes using a DC fast-charger. According to Polestar, the prototype.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
It wears a new set of canards, and the bonnet gains a pair of deep nostrils above the radiator Extreme variant of the A110 will be strictly limited and priced well above the £90,000 A110 R Alpine is preparing to send the A110 out on a high note with a stripped-out, track-focused variant to rival the Porsche Cayman GT4 RS. Developed with input from Alpine F1 driver Esteban Ocon, the climactic variant of the A110 is understood to be a strictly limited proposition priced well above the £90,000 A110
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
The McLaren F1 is considered one of the best driver's cars ever created. However, the latest example up for sale has barely been driven since it left the factory—almost three decades ago. Auction house RM Sotheby's has a 1995 McLaren F1, the car bearing chassis number 029, up for grabs via an online auction, and its odometer reading is just.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
Cupra has given its Leon hatch/estate and Formentor crossover a sharper look Model range refresh brings revised styling and improved technology to make Cupra more distinct from Seat Cupra has grafted a new face onto the Formentor and Leon to better distinguish its line-up from that of sibling brand Seat. The new ‘shark-nose’ front end brings the crossover and hatchback/estate into line with the upcoming Terramar SUV and gives the Spanish brand’s ICE cars a clearer familial link.
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
BMW has committed itself to electric mobility, and that committment extends to the automaker's BMW M performance division. The BMW hot house has already introduced the i4 M50, i5 M60, iX M60, and i7 M70 M Performance models, but for the main course—i.e. a dedicated M car—it is exploring a major step up in performance. BMW M as early as.
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Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Performance through lightweighting is a popular upgrade in the automotive world, though it isn't typically applied to big and burly SUVs like the Bentley Bentayga. Nevertheless, Bentley has diligently applied the performance philosophy to the Bentayga platform and the result is the Bentayga Apex Edition unveiled on Monday. In a quest to reduce.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
Amid calls for Europe to embrace a new class of tiny electric cars, we sample one of China's best-sellers The Geely Geometry Panda Mini EV is better equipped than many used cars costing £6000. It has a touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, a reversing camera, air-con and electric windows. One big difference: that’s the price brand new. The Panda (no relation to the Fiat) exists within a relatively new Chinese class of car: a tiny, electric, four-seat runabout that, unlike Europe’s quadricycles, is ac
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Historic British marque MG this month named Jozef Kaban as its design chief. The former Volkswagen brand design chief has been charged with crafting a new design language for MG's global portfolio of electric and hybrid vehicles, and will lead a team at MG's Global Design Center in London. Kaban is a graduate of the prestigious Royal Academy of.
CarExpert
APRIL 29, 2024
A new rule from the Albanese Government will require electric, hybrid and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles to be louder in a bid to reduce pedestrian fatalities. The new Australian Design Rule (ADR) will require all new electric, hybrid and hydrogen cars, trucks and buses launched after November 1, 2025 to be fitted with an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS).
Motor Authority
APRIL 29, 2024
Mercedes-Benz is out testing an electric compact crossover that will form part of the GLC-Class family, and the latest spy footage depicts an AMG-tuned version. The new crossover will replace the EQC sold overseas when it arrives on the market in 2025. Polestar used a prototype of its upcoming 5 sedan to demonstrate high-speed charging capability.
Motor 1
APRIL 29, 2024
The driver of this Mclaren Senna lost control while stunting for the camera, leading to what looks like a very expensive wreck.
AutoDealer Today
APRIL 29, 2024
Mustang Mach E system evaluated after fatal crashes as federal agency reports that Tesla’s similar system creates ‘critical safety gap.
Machines with Souls
APRIL 29, 2024
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo has a legendary name, but if you think this is a tall 911, or even the same as a Turbo GT, you're in for a surprise. The post The Porsche Cayenne Turbo implores you to keep your options open appeared first on Machines With Souls.
AutoDealer Today
APRIL 29, 2024
Survey for Mercedes finds many would complete purchases without salespeople involved.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Swedish man’s Tesla Model X drove itself for 25 miles after he fell asleep at the wheel Police alerted after another driver noticed the X was in the overtaking line but not passing anything Driver eventually woke up and steered sharply to the right, almost crashing into police car A Swedish Tesla driver has been convicted of reckless driving after he fell asleep behind the wheel and led police on a 25-mile (40 km) Autopilot chase.
Motor 1
APRIL 29, 2024
So you're saying there's a chance?
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Fisker Inc. CEO Henrik Fisker is selling his home in the Hollywood Hills for $35 million. Based on its share price, Fisker Inc. is worth less than $27 million today. Fisker’s home has six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and a three-car garage equipped with lifts, so that it can actually store six vehicles. They say that real estate is a safe investment, and Henrik Fisker is living proof.
Motor 1
APRIL 29, 2024
The F1 Arcade Boston Seaport has motorsport-themed drinks and a full menu to complement the digital racing fun.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
This one-of-a-kind F1 has only been driven 410 miles. It has spent most of its life in Japan before being imported into the U.S. It’s the world’s only F1 finished in Creighton Brown. The most expensive road-going McLaren F1 ever sold is heading back to auction, less than three years after it shattered records and traded hands for $20,465,000.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Green , Electric , Sedan , Polestar Continue reading Polestar 5 prototype charges from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes Polestar 5 prototype charges from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The new hatchback could be developed to compete in the Rally 4 class. A Japanese report claims the GR version will rock a 1.3-liter turbocharged three-cylinder. The car’s tiny size might help it weigh less than 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg). Toyota’s Gazoo Racing division shows no signs of slowing down. Fresh off the heels of the GR Supra, GR 86, GR Yaris , and GR Corolla, a new report from Japan suggests another new model might be in the works: a reborn Toyota Starlet hatchback.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Safety Continue reading U.S. to require automatic emergency braking on new vehicles U.S. to require automatic emergency braking on new vehicles originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The $7,500 EV tax credit helps several Equinox EV models undercut the ICE version. Prices for the entry-level Equinox FT FWD start at $29,995. The combustion-powered Equinox uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with 175 hp and 203 lb-ft (275 Nm). Chevrolet has announced the pricing details for the ICE versions of the 2025 Equinox and in news that will surprise many, it is possible to buy an Equinox EV for less than the gas-powered model.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Rumormill , Jeep , SUV , Future Vehicles Continue reading 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee rumored to get 2.0-liter four as base engine 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee rumored to get 2.0-liter four as base engine originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
A unique example of the McLaren Senna crashed into a Lexus dealership in Los Angeles. The driver was performing dangerous stunts for the camera before losing control of the expensive supercar. Commenters suggest that this is the MSO-customised McLaren Senna was owned by a YouTuber. Apparently, supercar ownership doesn’t automatically come with a complimentary course in responsible driving.
Motor Trader
APRIL 29, 2024
Dealer loyalty is still a strong factor for customers when buying new and used cars. A third of consumers, 38%, rely on car dealers’ advice and 26% go back to the same dealer they have used before. Brand loyalty is still a strong factor in car purchasing, according to research from Close Brothers Motor Finance. A third (34%) of drivers tend to stick with the same manufacturer when choosing their new vehicles, while just over a fifth of respondents (23%) said that they usually get the newest ver
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Keyvany previews an extensive carbon fiber kit for the Ferrari Purosangue, featuring plenty of redesigned body panels. The 6.5-liter V12 engine will be allegedly boosted to 967 hp and 863 lb-ft of torque. There is no word on the cost and availability of the upgrades. Ferrari Purosangue owners already have more than a few tuning options for their hyper-SUV, but there’s always room for more.
Auto Blog
APRIL 29, 2024
Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Green , Tesla , Electric Continue reading Tesla stock surges on 'watershed' 'Full Self-Driving' approval in China Tesla stock surges on 'watershed' 'Full Self-Driving' approval in China originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The car manufacturer believes these new models will make up for a slow Q1. New Panamera, Taycan, and Macan EV models have been announced while the new 992.2 911 is just around the corner. The marque’s Q1 sales slipped by 3.9%. This year will be the biggest in terms of product launches in Porsche history with new Panamera, Taycan, Macan, and 911 models all reaching the hands of customers.
Motor 1
APRIL 29, 2024
And a bunch of other nonsense buyers won’t use.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The flagship versions now rock an uprated 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 328 hp. Cupra also offers the pair with plenty of hybrid options, including two PHEVs. Key visual updates include modified LED headlights and taillights. The Cupra Formentor and Cupra Leon have always made a bold statement on the road, and now they have just been facelifted for the first time.
Drive.com
APRIL 29, 2024
A Chinese company which produces batteries for Tesla and Volvo – among other brands – has showcased a new design at the Beijing motor show claimed to be capable of a 1000km range in certain vehicles. Chinese electric-car battery giant CATL has unveiled a new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) unit claimed to be capable of providing vehicles with a driving range of up to 1000km on a single charge.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift offers minimal upgrades, with the most significant change being the addition of “comfort” headrests with extra cushioning. European models gain an automatic lane-change feature, while the infotainment system receives a mild refresh with a more intuitive menu and the ability to stream Sony Pictures content.
Autocar
APRIL 29, 2024
EV maker charged a Polestar 5 prototype from 10-80% in just 10 minutes, hitting a peak charging speed of 370kW Electric car maker Polestar has demonstrated new technology that allows for ultra-fast charging, hitting a speed of 370kW when charging a Polestar 5 prototype. The technology, developed with battery firm Storedot, is named extreme fast charging (XFC) and uses silicon-dominant cells to charge at high speeds without degrading the battery.
Carscoops
APRIL 29, 2024
Battery company StoreDot has installed its experimental Extreme Fast Charging batteries in a Polestar 5 prototype. In a test, the car’s batteries were successfully taken from 10 to 80 percent state of charge in just 10 minutes. The technology could allow EVs to regain as many as 200 miles of range in just 10 minutes of charging. Range anxiety is kind of a misleading term.
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