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Aston Martin reveals 2024 F1 car and Vantage GT3 race car

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Aston Martin capped off Sunday night with the simultaneous reveals of the new 2025 Vantage sports car and its GT3-spec racing counterpart, plus the new contender for the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship, the AMR24 F1. The 2025 Vantage enters production shortly and should be in showrooms by the middle of the year. However, its Vantage GT3 racing.

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Luxembourg January 2024: BMW repeats at #1

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BMW is the most popular carmaker in Luxembourg for the 2nd month running. 3,627 new cars hit Luxembourg roads in January, a -2.7% year-on-year drop. BMW (+8.8%) ignores the negative market to lodge a second consecutive monthly win and 3rd #1 ranking in the past 6 months (add last August). It snaps the top spot for just four units above Volkswagen (-14.8%).

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2025 Aston Martin Vantage bows with 656 hp

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Aston Martin's Vantage sports car has been renewed for the 2025 model year with fresh exterior styling, a revamped interior, and a big jump in power. The current Vantage arrived in 2018 as a 2019 model. Like the larger DB12, the new Vantage is more of a major update of the current generation as opposed to a ground-up redesign. Nevertheless, the.

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Austria January 2024: VW Golf signs first win in almost 3 years

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The VW Golf is the most popular vehicle in Austria in January. It’s a weak start of the year for the Austrian new car market with sales off -6.9% year-on-year to 17,552. Volkswagen (-25%) stays on top of the brands ranking despite a steep fall to 13.4% share. Skoda (+2.2%) defines the negative market to climb to 11.7% share vs. 8.8% last month.

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Lamborghini Sián Roadster surfaces for sale

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A rare Lamborghini Sián Roadster has popped up for sale at dealership F1rst Motors in Dubai. Lamborghini announced the Sián in 2019, soon adding the suffix FKP 37 to honor the late Ferdinand Piëch, former chairman of the automaker's Volkswagen Group parent. Production included just 63 coupes and 19 of the Sián Roadster.

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Belgium January 2024: BMW, Audi, Mercedes on top, market soars 17.1%

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Audi sales are up 73.9% year-on-year in January. 46,667 new cars found a buyer in Belgium in January, a solid 17.1% year-on-year lift. BMW (+31.1%) cements its leadership in the brands ranking with 11.7% share vs. 10.6% over the Full Year 2023. The Belgian podium is 100% German premium brands this month with Audi (+73.9%) surging ahead at #2 and Mercedes (+8.3%) at #3.

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Lamborghini Sian Roadster surfaces for sale

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A rare Lamborghini Sián Roadster has popped up for sale at dealership F1rst Motors in Dubai. Lamborghini announced the Sián in 2019, soon adding the suffix FKP 37 to honor the late Ferdinand Piëch, former chairman of the automaker's Volkswagen Group parent. Production included just 63 coupes and 19 of the Sián Roadster.

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A Bugatti Chiron roadster wasn't planned, but the Mistral still happened

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Unlike its Veyron predecessor, the Bugatti Chiron was planned only as a coupe. But to mark the end of its quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W-16 engine, Bugatti turned the Chiron into the Mistral, which was revealed for 2022 Monterey Car Week. "The Chiron family was never intended to have a roadster model," Emilio Scervo, CTO of Bugatti Rimac, said in a.

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Egypt Full Year 2023: Nissan Sunny ends 9 years of Chevrolet T-Series domination in devastated market

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The previous generation Nissan Sunny is still on sale in Egypt. Discover close to 20 years of Egyptian Historical Data here. After a harsh -37.2% fall in 2022 , the Egyptian new light vehicle market posts another mediocre year in 2023 at a damning -50.8% year-on-year to just 85,852 units. This is the first time Egypt sales fall below the 100,000 annual sales mark in at least 20 years.

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New Aston Martin Vantage brings 656bhp V8 and new interior

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New grille – 38% larger than previously – is inspired by the One-77 Revamped brawler goes after 911 Turbo with a V8 that's as powerful as the V12 Aston Martin is going after the Porsche 911 Turbo S with a comprehensively overhauled version of the Vantage , which arrives as part of a wide-reaching revamp of the British firm’s sports car line-up. Touting substantially more power and higher performance than its predecessor, the new Vantage is described by Aston Martin as “the most driver-focused an

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Iceland January 2024: Dacia Duster and Sandero top market off -37.5%

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The Dacia Duster ranks #1 in Iceland in January. New car sales in Iceland sink -37.5% year-on-year in January to just 457 units. Toyota (-42.6%) falls even faster than the market but easily tops the brands charts with 17.7% share, in line with its FY23 level (17.1%). Dacia (+96.3%) and Land Rover (+45.8%) completely ignore the surrounding gloom with sensational year-on-year gains and complete the podium.

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BMW i3 Owners Shocked By $30,000 Battery Replacement, One Quoted $71,000!

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First released in 2013, the i3 marked BMW’s initial foray into the realm of mainstream electric vehicles. Primarily designed as a city car rather than a long-distance traveler, it wrapped up its U.S. journey in 2021 with approximately 45,100 units sold on this side of the pond. Three years after its demise, the BMW i3 remains a dapper little puddle jumper that isn’t too expensive on the used-car market.

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Toyota hybrids outselling Tesla electric cars nearly two to one

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It was a record year for Tesla electric-car sales, but the global car-buying public still couldn’t get enough of Toyota hybrids. And the gap is widening, not narrowing. More than 3.5 million Toyota and Lexus hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles were sold globally last year – or about a third of total deliveries – and outsold Tesla electric vehicles almost two to one.

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New Hyundai EV Pickups May Be Named Ioniq T10 And Ioniq T7

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Hyundai’s forthcoming battery-electric pickup truck could be called the Ioniq T10, as suggested by a recent trademark application lodged in Australia. The trademark, filed on December 27, 2023, encompasses a wide range of automotive applications, including “automobiles,” “electric cars,” and “parts and accessories for automobiles.” Notably, the inclusion of the ‘Ioniq’ moniker indicates that the vehicle will adhere to Hyundai’s electric

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Apple risks PR fiasco as morons 'drive' with Vision Pro

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Tesla , Technology , Emerging Technologies , Gadgets Continue reading Apple risks PR fiasco as morons 'drive' with Vision Pro Apple risks PR fiasco as morons 'drive' with Vision Pro originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Feb 2024 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember The Fiat Multipla? Reimagining The ’90s Icon For The EV Age

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Despite its controversial styling, or perhaps in large part because of it, the 1998 Fiat Multipla remains one of the most recognizable minivans ever made, boasting heaps of practicality for its size. Some consider the model ahead of its time, including independent designer Marco Maltese, who drew inspiration from it for his latest project. The artist digitally recreated a modern-day version of the Multipla for the 21st century, updating its iconic design elements and incorporating a battery-elec

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Another blow for hydrogen power as energy giant closes refuelling stations

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Hydrogen-powered passenger cars in the US have been dealt another blow, with energy giant Shell closing all of its Californian refuelling stations as hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) fail to fire. As reported by Forbes , Shell’s hydrogen division announced last week it would immediately close all seven of its refuelling stations in California, citing “supply complications and other external market factors” The company’s decision now means there are fewer than 50 hydrogen

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We’re Driving The 2025 RAM 1500; What Do You Want To Know?

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The refreshed 2025 RAM 1500 is now open for orders, offering a departure from the HEMI V8 to embrace a range of more efficient powertrains. As we gear up to test-drive it before deliveries commence, what specific details would you like to learn about this latest pickup truck offering from Stellantis ? We’ll be in Austin, Texas next week to drive the new RAM 1500 on and off-road and we’re looking forward to all of the new tech baked into these trucks.

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New Aston Martin GT3 race car revealed alongside refreshed road version

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Filed under: Motorsports , Aston Martin , Coupe , Luxury , Racing Vehicles , Performance Continue reading New Aston Martin GT3 race car revealed alongside refreshed road version New Aston Martin GT3 race car revealed alongside refreshed road version originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BMW X5 2024 long-term test

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Conspicuous consumption with a conscience: is it really possible? It’s time to find out Why we’re running it: Conspicuous consumption with a conscience: is it really possible? It’s time to find out Month 1 - Specs Life with a BMW X5: Month 1 Welcoming the BMW X5 to the fleet - 7 Feb 2024 While plenty of people have already embraced the electric vehicle revolution, for others it remains a technology that's hard to trust, let alone fall in love with.

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2025 Aston Martin Vantage Stuns With 656 HP V8 And Styling Like Its Big Brothers

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The Aston Martin Vantage has been thoroughly updated for the 2025 model year and in addition to sporting new looks, it has debuted with a significant power increase that lifts the performance to new heights. Who said the days of exciting combustion-powered sports cars were over? Aston Martin describes the new model as “the most driver-focused and fastest Vantage in the famous nameplate’s 74-year history” and a look at the spec sheet suggests that’s exactly what it is.

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Rivian’s electric pickup arrives in Australia – but there’s a catch

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The Rivian R1T – the world’s first electric pickup – has been driven by members of the Australian public, but don’t expect it in showrooms any time soon. Australian firm MEVCO (the Mining Electric Vehicle Company) recently posted on corporate social media platform LinkedIn that it had taken delivery of a Rivian R1T, showcasing the electric pickup at a customer drive day in Perth.

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SUVs Conquer Europe, Now Account For Over Half Of All New Car Sales

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European buyers, once vocal critics of North America’s seemingly insatiable appetite for SUVs and crossovers of every imaginable type and form, have now come full circle, embracing the body type themselves over traditional hatchbacks, sedans, wagons and MPVs. This shift, driven by many factors like evolving family needs and the rise of electrified options, has seen SUVs reach critical mass in Europe, becoming the dominant force not only in their respective segments, but also across the ove

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Most popular variants of Tesla Model Y, Model 3 in Australia revealed

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A single model variant accounted for nearly half of all Tesla electric cars reported as sold in Australia last year. More than three-quarters of Tesla electric-car buyers in Australia last year chose the base model – and about half of all Teslas sold were a single model grade – new data obtained by Drive shows. Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) sales data supplied to Drive shows the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) accounted for 78 per cent of Tesla Model Y SUV deliveries – and 76 per cent o

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Which Automatic Car Screams For A Stick Shift Option?

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Cars are faster than ever before and part of that improvement in overall quickness comes down to lightning-fast automatic transmissions. At the same time, it’s clear that many enthusiasts believe that cars are becoming less engaging. Last month, BMW did something that we don’t often see these days: introducing a manual gearbox option to its range-topping Z4 model, the M40i.

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Aston Martin shows off 2024 Formula 1 car with new Vantages

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Filed under: Motorsports , Aston Martin , Racing Vehicles , Performance Continue reading Aston Martin shows off 2024 Formula 1 car with new Vantages Aston Martin shows off 2024 Formula 1 car with new Vantages originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did BMW just win the 2024 Super Bowl ad battle?

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Each ad spot during the 2024 Super Bowl costs roughly $US7 million – so which car makers spent their money wisely? The 2024 Super Bowl LVIII might see the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the San Francisco 49ers on the field, but off the field – and on the screen – the real action happens in the ad breaks. RELATED: The car brand that spent the most on advertising in 2023 Historically, car brands have been particularly active in the Super Bowl advertising space, but 2024 has seen the overall n

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Tesla isn't making as much money per employee as GM and Ford

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Tesla , Electric Continue reading Tesla isn't making as much money per employee as GM and Ford Tesla isn't making as much money per employee as GM and Ford originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Feb 2024 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fiat’s hot-hatch division Abarth unveils its most powerful car

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The Abarth 600e – the second SUV, and second electric car from Fiat’s equivalent to Hyundai N or Volkswagen R – has been revealed ahead of its European launch. The first image of the production version of the Abarth 600e SUV – the most powerful road car produced by Fiat’s high-performance division – has been released ahead of its launch in Europe later this year, or in 2025.

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A Humvee On Tracks Is A True Go-Anywhere Unstoppable Machine

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The original AM General Humvee was known for its capabilities in extreme circumstances, as proven by an illustrious military career. This particular example is even more capable, under certain circumstances, thanks to a selection of modifications that includes tank treads at all four corners. With deleted fenders and the addition of the tracks, the vehicle cuts an impressive figure.

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In rural Utah, alarm over plan to use precious Colorado River water to extract lithium

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Filed under: Green , Electric Continue reading In rural Utah, alarm over plan to use precious Colorado River water to extract lithium In rural Utah, alarm over plan to use precious Colorado River water to extract lithium originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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China’s January Car Sales Up 48% From Last Year, But Down 23% Over December Sparking Concerns

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January presented a mixed picture for China’s automotive sector. While overall sales surged by 47.9 percent compared to January 2023, manufacturers remained cautious as sales fell short of expectations and declined compared to the previous month, marking the first decrease since August. The nation’s automakers managed to sell 2.44 million vehicles (including exports) last month, which was down 22.7 percent as compared to December 2023.

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‘Boycott Tesla’: The story behind that anti-Tesla Super Bowl ad

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Anti-Tesla ads aired once again during the 2024 Super Bowl – here’s what we know about the campaign against the electric car maker. After previous attempts to have Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology banned in the United States, American tech entrepreneur Dan O’Dowd has once again forked out a whopping $US552,000 ($AU846,000) to air two new anti-Tesla ads during the 2024 Super Bowl.

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Has Nightmare Depreciation Made The Jaguar I-Pace And Audi E-Tron Dream Used Buys?

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You’ve probably read how savage depreciation affecting EVs is putting some buyers off purchasing brand new models, and has even played a hand in decisions by Hertz and Sixt to dial down their electric car programs. But not everyone hates depreciation – certainly not buyers looking for a used bargain, and there are definitely some electric ones out there.

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Lego celebrates Ayrton Senna’s 1988 McLaren Honda MP4/4 F1 car with new kit

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Recreate the red and white racer Brazilian driver Ayrton Senna used to win his first Formula One World Championship. Brazillian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna is widely considered to be one of the sport’s greatest racers, winning the F1 World Championship in 1988, 1990 and 1991. Although his life was cut tragically short in a fatal accident at the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, Senna’s legend and legacy live on.

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Kia Stinger coming back as an electric car… soon – report

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The Kia Stinger exited production last year without a replacement, but one is reportedly coming – and with electric power. The Korean Car Blog reports a high-performance electric sedan codenamed GT1 will enter production in Korea in 2026, according to a leaked union production schedule. This model will replace not only the Kia Stinger but also the K8, a large, front-wheel drive sedan slotting between the Optima-replacing K5 and the flagship, rear/all-wheel drive K9 sedans.

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2025 Aston Martin Vantage Gets 656 HP And A Much-Needed Facelift

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A huge boost in power, a revised chassis, and other significant alterations make the new Vantage a very appealing package.

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