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1964 Pontiac Banshee Prototype XP-833 surfaces for sale, again

Motor Authority

The one-off 1964 Pontiac Banshee coupe concept is once again for sale, this time in a listing at Hemmings. The asking price is a cool $1.2 million. The Banshee was an early attempt by General Motors to counter the Ford Mustang. Known internally as the XP-833, it was the brainchild of John Z. DeLorean, who was head of Pontiac at the time. More.

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EVs pass the tipping point to mass adoption in 31 countries

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Electric Continue reading EVs pass the tipping point to mass adoption in 31 countries EVs pass the tipping point to mass adoption in 31 countries originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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GM patents Lego-like battery cells for EVs

Motor Authority

General Motors has filed a patent application for battery cells with unusual shapes designed to aid cooling. Instead of the rectangular shape of the automaker's current Ultium cells, the patent application, first spotted by Motor1, discusses Lego-shapes that leave channels when the cells are assembled into modules. These channels could be used for.

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Hot Wheels creates a car for children with autism

Auto Blog

Filed under: Toys/Games Continue reading Hot Wheels creates a car for children with autism Hot Wheels creates a car for children with autism originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gold Coast council to remove bike lanes for bigger parking spaces

Drive.com

After an influx of complaints regarding street parking, Gold Coast’s inner-city council is set to axe many bike lanes in favour of more parking spaces for US pick-ups. The Gold Coast has announced plans to remove half of its bike lanes following a surge in popularity of US pick-ups in the area. The council says it has heard complaints from owners of Chevrolet Silverado , Ford F-150 , and Ram 1500 pick-ups about having “nowhere to park them,” and “these e-bikes always gett

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Electric Renault Clio due as family-friendly 5 sibling

Autocar

Next Clio will sit on a version of the new Ampr Small platform that underpins the 5 Next Clio is due in 2026 with hybrid and electric power, as Renault expands small car line-up Renault is set to launch an electric version of the next-generation Clio to sit above the reborn 5 as a slightly larger and more family-focused supermini. As previously reported by Autocar, Renault will introduce a new-generation Clio in 2026.

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China’s Geely Radar electric ute two big steps closer to Australia

Drive.com

Australia is back in line for the Geely Radar electric ute thanks to a name change – and the start of right-hand-drive production. The Radar RD6 electric ute from Chinese car giant Geely has taken two giant leaps towards an arrival in Australian showrooms. Geely announced over the weekend the ute – unveiled for China nearly two years ago – is now manufactured in right-hand drive, promising on its global social media channels it will be “available in your market soon!

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Russian company starts Citroen production at former Stellantis factory

Auto Blog

Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing , Citroen Continue reading Russian company starts Citroen production at former Stellantis factory Russian company starts Citroen production at former Stellantis factory originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BYD, Geely Race To Debut Epic 1,200-Mile PHEVs

Carscoops

Chinese auto giants BYD and Geely are vying to develop ultra-long-distance plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. BYD’s long-range PHEV, coming in 2025, will utilize next-generation technology featuring a more efficient engine, motor, and higher-capacity batteries compared to its current models. Geely’s upcoming PHEV will build upon the powertrain used in the Galaxy L6 sedan, with plans to extend its current 851-mile (1,370 km) CLTC range.

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US pick-ups eligible for ‘thoughts and prayers’ to meet Australia’s new emissions rules

Drive.com

Australia’s alignment to US fuel-efficiency standards will enable big pick-ups to access an emissions credit loophole already used to address other community issues in North America. Further details of the controversial plan to ease upcoming Australian emissions standards for US pick-ups have been announced, following last week’s confirmation of less stringent targets for smaller utes and vans.

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Porsche’s V8 Will Stick Around Beyond 2030, But It Won’t Sound The Same

Carscoops

Despite emission concerns, Porsche plans to keep its 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine alive into the 2030s. The engine will be upgraded to meet stricter Euro 7 emission regulations coming in July 2030. Unfortunately, stricter noise regulations will mean the V8’s signature sound will be muted. Porsche’s venerable twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine is set to continue its legacy well into the next decade, defying concerns that it might face extinction amidst increasingly stringe

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Exclusive: Ford Maverick returning to Australia

Drive.com

A familiar nameplate is set to return to Ford showrooms later this year – based on one of Australia’s top-selling 4WDs. The Ford Maverick name will return to Australia by the end of 2024, the US car giant has announced today. But it will not be in the form of the compact ute sold in North America, rather as a new three-row, off-road SUV to sit above the Everest – in a reboot of an old partnership with Nissan.

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Good News: Ford’s V8 Mustang Isn’t Going Anywhere Just Yet

Carscoops

Ford executives believe that Mustang sales will continue to be solid because it is the last V8 muscle car on sale. Demand for the V8-engined Mustangs continues to impress, even outside of the U.S., despite consumer push towards greener alternatives. No word on an all-electric or hybrid version yet. Ford is sitting pretty at the top of the muscle car tree and wants to capitalize on its position by growing Mustang sales.

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Test drive a Land Rover Defender in iconic Australian outback location – for a price

Drive.com

Prospective Land Rover customers can now book a four-day tour through the Flinders Ranges in South Australia from behind the wheel of a Defender – but it doesn’t come cheap. A four-day tour of the Flinders Ranges in South Australia in a Land Rover Defender – with luxury food, and one of the nights in the 4WD’s roof-top tent – may be the ‘ultimate’ test drive for a new car in Australia.

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Woman Sues Toyota Over Alleged Prepaid Car Service Plan Fraud

Carscoops

A California woman named Teresa Solis is suing Toyota over her experience with the ToyotaCare Plus prepaid maintenance plan. Solis claims the plan promised to cover 10 service visits but allegedly skipped four and provided less value than advertised. The RAV4 owner is seeking class-action status for her lawsuit, suggesting others might have faced similar issues.

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Iconic Tyrrell P34 six-wheel Formula One car offered for sale

Drive.com

Four wheels good, six wheels better? One of the wildest racing cars in history could be yours. One of the most iconic Formula One cars of all time – the six-wheel Tyrrell P34 race car of the late 1970s – will cross the auction block next month. The unique design of the P34 was a creative solution to fit the front tyres within the span of the car’s front wing – lowering drag for a higher top speed on the straights, and ‘cleaning’ the airflow over the rear wing – while maintainin

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Here's the state of U.S. EV adoption in 2024

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Ownership , Electric Continue reading Here's the state of U.S. EV adoption in 2024 Here's the state of U.S. EV adoption in 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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10 More Coupes And Sedans Stellantis Could Reinvent With 2024 Dodge Charger’s Platform

Carscoops

Dodge has breathed new life into its historic Charger nameplate with a 2024 car that fuses some emotional button-pushing classic styling cues with a brand new Stellantis platform that works with both EV and ICE powertrains. And that got us thinking: what other Stellantis-owned badges could get another shot at glory thanks to the Charger’s STLA Large platform?

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Tesla to introduce voice-activated gear shifter

Drive.com

For drivers who found changing gears on the touchscreen too hard, Tesla plans to further automate its cars with a new “voice-activated” gear selector boasting 100 per cent accuracy. Tesla electric cars will now be equipped with a voice-activated gear selector claimed to make the user interface even easier for new customers. It does away with the conventional gear selector – either a stalk on the right side of the steering column, or a slider on the touchscreen, depending on the model – and moves

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A $130k Rolls-Royce Parts Car? YouTube Car Builds Just Got Really Crazy

Carscoops

If you’ve been watching any automotive YouTubers over the past couple of years you won’t have failed to notice a couple of trends. One is that the guys buying and fixing wrecked performance cars are getting far more of our time than the those just buying them then moving them on. That might have worked in 2015 , but not today. And the other trend is that those guys doing the rebuilds are getting more and more ambitious when choosing their projects, and then going to crazy lengths to

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2024 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Urban review

Drive.com

China-based value brand Chery returned to the Australian market with the Omoda 5, and now takes the step up to a mid-size SUV with the Tiggo 7 Pro. It’s a tough sell in an absolute war zone of a segment. Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2024 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Urban Chery’s return to the Australian market started with the polarising-looking Omoda 5.

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The premium small SUVs with the best fuel economy

CarExpert

Premium small SUVs come with a higher price tag, but they aren’t necessarily more efficient than their cheaper counterparts. There is something for everyone in this segment – from petrol power to hybrid, and full electric – leaving buyers spoilt for choice. To help simplify the decision, we’ve researched the premium small SUVs that retain an internal combustion engine to find out which has the best fuel economy?

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Zipper Merge Sparks Road Rage Crash Caught On Dashcam

Carscoops

Nearly everyone has an opinion on zipper merging etiquette and when to switch lanes. However, many drivers like to change lanes early and then get annoyed with those who don’t switch until the last minute. While some might consider that rude, the Minnesota Department of Transportation says: “As you see the ‘lane closed ahead’ sign and traffic backing up, stay in your current lane up to the point of merge.

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EPA sets strict emissions standards for trucks and buses to fight climate change

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Emissions Continue reading EPA sets strict emissions standards for trucks and buses to fight climate change EPA sets strict emissions standards for trucks and buses to fight climate change originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NY/NJ Cops Fight Car Thieves With Forced Traffic Jams, GPS Darts And More High-Tech Tricks

Carscoops

New York and New Jersey police are willing to use various tactics to find and secure stolen vehicles. They include GPS tracking darts, Apple AirTags, intentional traffic jams, and more. However, whether all these tactics are working or not requires additional data. Combating auto theft is a tricky problem but police in New York and New Jersey believe they’ve stumbled upon some helpful aids.

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New pictures of 237bhp Abarth 600e mark brand's 75th anniversary

Autocar

600e is Abarth's first SUV - and it's most powerful car yet Abarth’s second EV goes after the Cupra Born with a limited-slip diff and Formula E-derived tyres Abarth has revealed new pictures of the hot 600e crossover as part of its 75th anniversary celebrations. The Italian performance brand's second electric car – based on the Fiat 600e – was shown for the first time a few weeks ago, but these new shots give a better look at its aggressive bodykit, lurid purple paintwork and bespoke styling cue

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Junkyard Gem: 1984 Honda Accord LX Sedan

Auto Blog

Filed under: Honda , Automotive History , Classics , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1984 Honda Accord LX Sedan Junkyard Gem: 1984 Honda Accord LX Sedan originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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‘The UK should be fighting for a Chinese or Korean car factory’

Auto Express

Mike Rutherford thinks UK politicians should be seeking to establish a new state-of-the-art and job-creating Asian car factory on British soil

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Many of us in a survey say trucks, SUVs are too big; many more of us buy them

Auto Blog

Filed under: Truck , Crossover , SUV Continue reading Many of us in a survey say trucks, SUVs are too big; many more of us buy them Many of us in a survey say trucks, SUVs are too big; many more of us buy them originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 31 Mar 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How to clamp down on roadside rubbish

Autocar

Prior reckons we shouldn't feel as much shame about the state of the UK's road as we do There was a good column in The Times recently about the state of Britain's roadsides, which frequently are liberally strewn with litter. It suggested that we get serious about cleaning it up. Any campaign to get that done would receive my support, too. But I don't know that we should feel quite so much shame about litter's existence as we sometimes do.

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Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: plenty of smiles but pricey

Auto Express

First report: it’s smiles all round as our family ‘summer-fun bus’ arrives

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Why Dealerships Need to Focus on Increasing Customer Loyalty & Retention

Autosoft

Why Dealerships Need to Focus on Increasing Customer Loyalty & Retention April 01, 2024 Bryce Veon 4 mins read Table of Contents Toggle Why Dealerships Need to Focus on Increasing Customer Loyalty & Retention Prioritizing Customer Loyalty & Retention in the Automotive Dealership Industry Building Loyalty with Dealerships in the Driver’s Seat Summing Up!

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CTEK says CS One is a better battery jump-starter

CarExpert

Swedish technology company CTEK is bringing its latest battery charger and maintainer – labelled the CS One – to Australia, promising to simplify the process of charging and jump starting car batteries. Suitable for cars, motorcycles, vans and boats, the CS One is able to automatically adjust its output for any 12V lead-acid or lithium (LiFePO4) battery without requiring inputs from the user.

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Watch Rally Icon Michèle Mouton Revisit Her Win at the 1982 Acropolis Rally

Automotive News

Mouton would go on to win two other rallies in 1982 and come second in the championship behind Walter Rohrl.

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Volkswagen ID.3 Harlequin Edition lives up to its name on April 1

Auto Express

Don't be fooled! Volkswagen has revealed the VW ID.

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Watch This 800-HP Twin-Turbo Go-Kart Spit Flames on a Dyno

Automotive News

This custom-built go kart has almost the same power as a Dodge Challenger Hellcat Redeye.

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Ask the Right Questions When Car Shopping

Davey Auto Sales

Most Important Questions to Ask When Buying a Car Buying a car can be a daunting task. There is so much a person needs to know, and it can be difficult to know where to start. Our team at Davey Auto Sales has a lot of experience in the retail automotive industry, and they have identified a few of the most important questions to ask when buying a car.

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