Thu.Aug 01, 2024

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2025 Ford Maverick Lobo revives the factory street truck

Motor Authority

The first Ford Lobo model arrives in the form of the updated 2025 Maverick The 2025 Ford Maverick Lobo is a street truck with lowered suspension aimed at on-road performance Ford hasn't said how much the 2025 Maverick Lobo will cost when it arrives in 2025 The truck tuning scene today is dominated by rugged machines designed for climbing boulders.

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North Macedonia June 2024: Renault Clio and Skoda Kamiq top soaring market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Skoda Kamiq ranks #2 in North Macedonia in June. Data by our Central European partner CE Auto shows a North Macedonian new car market soaring 56.8% year-on-year in June to 729 sales. The H1 2024 tally is up 37.7% to 3,758. This month the Renault Clio (+100%) signs its first monthly win in a year, advancing to a dominating 5.8% share. The Skoda Kamiq (+166.7%) and Citroen C3 (+146.7%) do even better to complete the podium.

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Red Bull Sporting Director to become Audi F1 Team Principal

Motor Authority

The management structure of Audi's new Formula 1 team came closer into full view on Thursday with news that Red Bull Racing Sporting Director Jonathan Wheatley will leave his current squad to join Audi as its new team principal. The sporting director is one of the most important members of an F1 team, as the role is responsible for all trackside.

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Serbia June 2024: Skoda Octavia back above Toyota Yaris Cross

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Skoda Octavia is the most popular model in Serbia in June. Data by our Central European partner CE Auto shows Serbian new car sales edging up 2% year-on-year in June to 3,287, meaning the year-to-date total is now up 20.5% to 18,150. The Skoda Octavia (+2.3%) reclaims the top spot it holds year-to-date but has to settle with 5.4% of the market vs. 5.7% so far this year, Leader last month, the Toyota Yaris Cross falls to 2nd place with strong 5% share and ranks #4 year-to-date with 3.8% of th

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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 6 spied with updates

Motor Authority

Hyundai has been spotted testing a prototype for an updated Ioniq 6 electric sedan for the first time. The prototype is heavily camouflaged but appears to wear a new front-end design. The biggest clue are the headlights which feature a new shape and sit lower than on the current model. It also appears the rear fascia has been revised, with the new.

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Colombia June 2024: Kia signs first ever win

Best Selling Cars Blog

Kia is the most popular brand in Colombia in June. 14,571 new vehicles found a buyer in Colombia in June, a timid +0.9% year-on-year improvement. This is a very weak result given June 2023 was off -38.1% on the year prior. The H1 2024 volume stands at 85,281 sales, down -6.1% over the same period in 2023. Kia (+53.6%) signs its first ever monthly win in Colombia with a record 13.3% share, eclipsing its previous best of #2 and 13.1% share established just last month.

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Maserati readies hardcore MC20 for 2024 Monterey Car Week

Motor Authority

Maserati will use this month's The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering to present a new version of its MC20 supercar. The car has been developed using lessons learned from Maserati's MC20-based GT2 race car, but will remain civil enough to drive on the street. Maserati also said buyers will have a wide range of customization options, though didn't.

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Mitsubishi joins Honda and Nissan's wide-ranging partnership

Motor Authority

Mitsubishi already has links with Honda and Nissan, and now the automaker has joined a wide-ranging partnership that was initially formed between Honda and Nissan in March. The news was first reported by the Nikkei on Sunday and confirmed by the three automakers on Thursday. In a joint statement, the automakers said they have signed a memorandum.

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Norway June 2024: MG smashes all records

Best Selling Cars Blog

MG holds 12.5% of the Norwegian market in June. New car sales in Norway climb 12.5% year-on-year in June to 17,516 units, yet the H1 2024 volume is in negative at -7.9% to 61,262. BEVs advance 9.5% to 14,013 and 80% share vs. 82.2% a year ago, and are off -5.9% year-to-date to 52,030 and 84.9% share vs. 83.1% over the same period in 2023. HEV sales surge 149.1% to 2,050 for the month and are up 17.7% to 4,853 YTD while PHEVs are off -31.2% to 931 in June and -55.1% YTD to 2,104.

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Pininfarina to reveal one-off car at 2024 Monterey Car Week

Motor Authority

Pininfarina has plans to become a manufacturer of electric vehicles, but it hasn't forgotten its design and coachbuilding roots. The Italian company will use 2024 Monterey Car Week on later this month to present the latest in a long line of coachbuilt specials that include standouts like the Ferrari Enzo-based P4/5 by Pininfarina and Rolls-Royce.

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Bosnia & Herzegovina June 2024: VW Golf dislodges Skoda Octavia

Best Selling Cars Blog

The VW Golf is the best-selling vehicle in Bosnia & Herzegovina in June. Based on data shared with us by our local partner CE Auto , the Bosnian new car market lifts 3.5% year-on-year in June to 1,127 sales, leading to a H1 2024 volume up 7.7% to 6,306. The VW Golf (+229.6%) surges to pole position this month, unsettling the Skoda Octavia (+20.8%) and securing an outstanding 7.9 share.

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How to Build Trust with an Omnichannel Approach to Retail

AutoDealer Today

Studies show that digital retailing benefits dealers and car buyers, but consumers are frustrated when they repeat steps in-store. Learn how an omnichannel approach builds trust and creates efficiency in your dealership.

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VW Transporter: Transit twin unveiled as a PHEV, EV and diesel

Autocar

Diesel engines put out 109bhp, 148bhp and 168bhp New van to be offered as cargo-hauler and nine-seat minibus but a camper version isn't coming Volkswagen has unveiled the new Transporter, which has the broadest mix of powertrains and bodystyles of any of the firm’s vans to date. Based on the same underpinnings as the new Ford Transit Custom , the Transporter is available with three diesel engines, a petrol plug-in hybrid set-up and three battery-electric powertrains.

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Mastering the Mindset: Leveraging Psychological Insights for Enhanced F&I Product Sales

AutoDealer Today

Finance and Insurance forms a pivotal component of the retail automotive industry, operating at the intersection of financial services and consumer protection. As the industry evolves, the role of F&I in shaping customer experiences and driving dealership profitability becomes increasingly significant. This whitepaper delves into the psychological dimensions of selling F&I protection products and the importance of understanding customer motivation to enhance the effectiveness of sales st

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Nissan and Honda to co-develop EV platforms, batteries and motors

Autocar

Honda and Nissan aim to rival the industry's biggest players on EVs Japanese firms may also badge engineer each other’s cars to plug gaps in their respective line-ups Nissan and Honda have published fresh details of their new partnership on electric cars , revealing plans to co-develop a new platform, motors and batteries. The Japanese firms have entered into a joint research agreement for a next-generation architecture for a software-defined vehicle, aiming to integrate technologies including a

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Mitsubishi, Nissan, And Honda Officially Join Forces

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Mitsubishi joins the Honda-Nissan alliance to collaborate on electric vehicles and software. The alliance aims to compete with Chinese automakers and achieve carbon neutrality faster. Honda and Nissan will co-develop platforms for next-generation software-defined vehicles. Mitsubishi confirmed the rumors about joining the newly formed Honda-Nissan alliance, with the three companies signing a memorandum of understanding earlier today.

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Ineos rethinks range expansion to focus on Grenadier

Autocar

Ratcliffe said this portal-axle Grenadier, modified by German firm LeTech, is likely to enter production 4x4 brand ditches new models as it intentionally limits volumes and develops high-value Grenadier spin-offs Ineos is planning a significant shift upmarket, with a focus on boutique off-roaders to rival the Mercedes-Benz G-Class , instead of trying to grow both its line-up and sales.

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F&I Conviction

AutoDealer Today

It is not important that the client understands us – it is critical that they know we understand them!

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The best BIK-busting PHEV company cars

Autocar

Low BIK rates and an engine to fall back on? These are the must-have PHEV company cars Business users wanting to make the most of their cash need look no further than our list of best plug-in hybrid company cars. Blending the low taxation of electric cars with the worry-free usability of a traditional internal combustion-engined offering, these machines really do offer the best of both worlds.

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SUVs Pass Crash Tests With Flying Colors

AutoDealer Today

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives the midsize models its highest safety rating.

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Facelifted Mitsubishi Outlander Teased With New Tech And Improved PHEV Powertrain

Carscoops

Mitsubishi is gearing up to introduce the facelifted Outlander this fall. The crossover will have revised styling and an upgraded interior with a new 12.3-inch infotainment system. We can also expect an improved plug-in hybrid variant with a longer electric-only range. The Outlander is Mitsubishi’s saving grace and the company is preparing to launch a facelifted plug-in hybrid variant.

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2025 Toyota GR Corolla gets available automatic and more torque

Auto Blog

Filed under: Toyota , Hatchback , Performance Continue reading 2025 Toyota GR Corolla gets available automatic and more torque 2025 Toyota GR Corolla gets available automatic and more torque originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 1 Aug 2024 22:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lego Celebrates Mercedes G-Class 45th Anniversary With 2,891 Piece Set

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Lego is celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Mercedes G-Class with a new Technic set. It costs $249.99 and consists of 2,891 pieces. Lego also offers a smaller G63 kit for $44.99. Lego’s Land Rover Defender is a work of art but for those looking for something more German, there’s the Mercedes G-Class. The 2,891 piece set commemorates the 45th anniversary of the G-Class and is a member of Lego’s Technic lineup.

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Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi will share EV components and AI research

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Honda , Mitsubishi , Nissan , Technology Continue reading Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi will share EV components and AI research Nissan, Honda and Mitsubishi will share EV components and AI research originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 1 Aug 2024 08:33:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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VW Transporter T7 Breaks Cover With Rugged PanAmericana Trim

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The all-new VW Transporter and Caravelle are based on the Ford Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom. The van is available in multiple bodystyles, with turbodiesel, PHEV, and BEV powertrain options. The PanAmericana trim brings rugged looks, better suited with the optional all-wheel-drive. Following months of revealing teasers and spy shots, Volkswagen finally showed us the design of the all-new seventh-generation Transporter and Caravelle vans, joining the fully electric ID.

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Tesla needs to figure out how to sell cars. Its salespeople say it needs to act like a typical car company

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Weird Car News , Ferrari Continue reading Tesla needs to figure out how to sell cars. Its salespeople say it needs to act like a typical car company Tesla needs to figure out how to sell cars. Its salespeople say it needs to act like a typical car company originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 1 Aug 2024 08:46:00 EDT.

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Maserati Teases Track-Focused MC20 For Pebble Beach

Carscoops

Maserati has announced plans to introduce a hardcore MC20 on August 16. The model draws inspiration from the GT2 race car and features a host of upgrades. Despite the focus on performance, the company suggested the car will be comfortable and street legal. Monterey Car Week will be jam-packed with debuts and we can add one more to that list as Maserati has announced plans to unveil a new “super sports car.” It will be introduced on August 16 at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering.

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Tesla, Polestar EV sales slump in July

CarExpert

Tesla sales continue to fall short of the brand’s record 2023 tally in Australia, while Polestar is continuing to struggle. According to July 2024 sales results reported by the Electric Vehicle Council, Tesla and Polestar posted double-digit declines compared with the same month last year. Additionally, both Tesla and Polestar sales are down during the first seven months of this year compared to the same period last year.

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High Prices Are Forcing Buyers Into Older Cars, And They’re Loving The Hyundai Sonata

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American consumers are increasingly turning to older cars, driven by the high cost of newer models. The market share of cars 10-years-old or older has increased by 30 percent since 2014. Older sedans, wagons and hatchbacks are leading the drive in old-car sales. Old used car sales have experienced a sharp rise in the US. That’s the takeaway from a new study that found that the used-vehicle market share held by cars that are at least a decade old has increased by 30 percent since 2014.

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2025 Hyundai i30 N price and specs

CarExpert

The Hyundai i30 N has received a price increase across most of the range for 2025, coinciding with a minor cosmetic and equipment update to the hot hatch. Deliveries of the updated Hyundai i30 N hatch are due to begin this month. Hyundai has now aligned the prices of six-speed manual and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic variants, both now starting from $50,000 before on-road costs.

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Porsche Honors Jo Siffert With One-Off 911 GT3 RS

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Porsche has created a one-off 911 GT3 RS that honors Jo Siffert and the 917 race car he drove to victory in 1969. The car features a two-tone design inspired by the race car and numerous 917 graphics. Following a short tour across Switzerland, the car will be sold at random. Porsche has introduced a one-off 911 GT3 RS that pays tribute to Swiss racing driver Jo Siffert.

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Amanda Webb appointed interim CEO of FixMyCar

Motor Trader

FixMyCar’s CFO Amanda Webb has been appointed as interim CEO, with immediate effect, replacing Kevern Thompson. Webb will lay the groundwork for a wider expansion of FixMyCar as the company searches for a new CEO continues, which could take six months. She joined as CFO in April and is a CIMA Qualified Finance Director with over 20 years of experience across sectors including renewable energy services, telco, professional services, software and financial services.

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Pininfarina Teases Another One-Off Creation

Carscoops

Pininfarina will unveil a custom-built car for a Battista owner at Monterey Car Week. The new model is described as an “entirely new vehicle” with a unique design. At last year’s event, Pininfarina unveiled the wild B95 Hyper Barchetta. Monterey Car Week is fast approaching and this year’s event will attract an incredible array of high-end exotics and customer creations.

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Hendy Motorfest at Thruxton attracts record 10,000 attendance

Motor Trader

Hendy Group’s ‘Motor Fest’ family fun day held at Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire on Sunday attracted a record crowd of 10,000. This is the fourth time Hendy has held the annual free-to-attend event. Attendees at Thruxton were able to explore hundreds of cars on display from Hendy’s full portfolio of 24 brands, as well as enjoy high-speed stunt driving action on track, dramatic stunt motorcycle displays, live music, and special appearances from Hendy brand ambassadors.

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Pininfarina’s Honda HP-X Supercar Concept And NSX Inspiration Coming To Pebble Beach

Carscoops

The Honda Pininfarina eXperimental concept has been restored 40 years after its debut. The mid-engined concept served as inspiration for the development of the original Honda NSX. Honda will exhibit the HP-X at the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Honda will make a surprising appearance at the Monterey Car Week this year, bringing a Pininfarina-designed mid-engined concept from 1984 that inspired the original NSX.

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RRG opens new Omoda and Jaecoo showroom

Motor Trader

The RRG Group opens its Omoda and Jaecoo showroom on Manchester Road in Oldham today. Chery expect to have 100 Omoda and Jaecoo UK locations by the end of the year. Omoda’s first model to go on sale will be the 5 SUV, offered with petrol or electric powertrains. All Omoda 5 models will come with a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty. The electric Omoda 5 is expected to have a range of 280 miles.

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The Facelifted Hyundai Ioniq 6 Is Moving To A Split-Headlight Design

Carscoops

Hyundai’s facelifted Ioniq 6 EV appears to be switching to a split-headlight setup for its MY26 mid-life refresh. New spy shots reveal the updated car’s new hood and fenders, which push the DRLs and headlights into the bumper below. We’re also expecting the Ioniq 6 to gain a larger battery like its Ioniq 5 brother received when it was facelifted earlier this year.

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