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Review: 2025 McLaren Artura Spider screams with topless plug-in fun

Motor Authority

The McLaren Artura Spider brings a raft of enhancements to the lineup for 2025 The 2025 Artura Spider costs $24,700 more than the coupe McLaren used its race-car knowledge to create a compelling plug-in hybrid supercar Just 48 hours ago Lando Norris skirted in front of George Russell and Max Verstappen in front of my very own eyes at the 2024.

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Lexus to launch Vantage-rivalling V8 supercar with up to 600bhp

Autocar

Toyota GR GT3 concept provides basis for the Lexus supercar Supercar - likely called LFR - will be made to homologate Toyota GT3 racer; is expected to weigh around 1300kg Lexus is set to launch a new V8-engined supercar as a rival to the likes of the Aston Martin Vantage and Mercedes-AMG GT and a spiritual successor to the legendary LFA. Parent company Toyota’s hardcore GT3 GR concept car, revealed in 2022, has now evolved into a prototype that has been spotted running at Spa-Francorchamps, and

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Dodge developing active aero airfoil system for Charger Daytona

Motor Authority

Dodge is developing active aerodynamics for its EVs The first Dodge EV to get active aerodynamics might be the Charger Daytona muscle car A patent was filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office outlining the active aerodynamics Stellantis may add an active aerodynamic feature to the Dodge Charger Daytona, a recent patent filing.

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McLaren Artura

Autocar

McLaren's plug-in hybrid supercar gets a host of powertrain and chassis revisions to increase its performance and excitement factor McLaren Automotive CEO Michael Leiters says he wants to take the company’s road-going products back towards their motorsport roots. To draw clearer and more evocative parallels between them and the racing machines for which the company is even more widely known, and carve out a bolder character and identity for them in the process.Sounds sensible - but the two years

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Why Used Car Dealers Reign Supreme Over Private Sellers?

3 Brothers Autosale

When shopping for used cars, buyers have two options – purchasing a ride from a private seller or a used car dealer. However, buying a pre-owned vehicle from a dealer is always better. Read on to find out why used car dealers reign supreme over private sellers. Endless Variety Unlike a private seller, with a used car dealer, you can choose from a large inventory.

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Forget About The $25k Tesla, Behold China’s $2.5k Model Y!

Carscoops

Tiny Tesla Model Y replica seen driving in China. Although it looks silly, these tiny copycats are popular in the country. In fact, brands like Mecides can flourish with these legally questionable homages. China’s automotive market is becoming a thorn on Tesla’s side, producing super affordable EVs that are much cheaper than anything the American or any other Western automaker, for that matter, can ever dream of producing.

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Top 10 cheapest new cars to insure 2024

Autocar

Insurance for a Fiat Panda is now £137 cheaper than it was in November 2023 Car insurance can put a real sting in your wallet, but there are a few models out there with substantially lower premiums Car insurance is up there with the worst drivers of the cost of living crisis. According to data from comparison site confused.com , the average premium has increased by £284 – or 43% – over the past 12 months, to a whopping £941.

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Is The Market Crazy? Low-Mileage W124 E300 Diesels Selling For Over $100k

Carscoops

An 8,400-mile Mercedes-Benz E300 diesel from 1995 sold for $101,000 on Bring A Trailer. Another 10,000-mile W124 generation E300 Diesel sold for $150,000 last year. Low-mileage W124 diesels are selling for more than their rarer Porsche-build E500 counterparts. The W124 generation of Mercedes-Benz E-Class is undoubtedly one of the standouts of the marque’s storied history.

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Ferrari overcomes late drama to win second consecutive 24 Hours of Le Mans

Auto Blog

Filed under: Motorsports , Ferrari Continue reading Ferrari overcomes late drama to win second consecutive 24 Hours of Le Mans Ferrari overcomes late drama to win second consecutive 24 Hours of Le Mans originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 15:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Forget The Real Mercedes-Maybach 6, This Stunning Replica Will Do Just Fine

Carscoops

This stunning Maybach 6 Cabriolet replica is based around a Mercedes SL 500. The open-top recreation features all-new bodywork and is painted in a special shade of blue. The interior has also been retrimmed in cream-colored leather. At Monterey Car Week in 2017, Mercedes-Maybach unveiled the glamorous 6 Cabriolet concept. Many had hoped a production version of this concept would be launched, but it’s now almost seven years later, and such a sexy convertible Maybach is nowhere to be seen &#

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Childish Ford Ranger Raptor owner tries to stick it to EVs

CarExpert

A Ford Ranger Raptor driver has drawn the ire of electric vehicle (EV) owners after blocking a charging station – and moving the battery charging cable into its tub. In a post uploaded to the r/auckland group on social media platform Reddit, the Ford Ranger Raptor can be seen parked next to a Nissan Leaf in an EV charging space. If this wasn’t enough of an inconvenience to EV drivers who may have wanted to recharge, the charging cable has been moved and stowed away in the Ranger’s tray, with the

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Review: McLaren Artura Spider Adds Power And Charisma To A Handling Monster

Carscoops

Two years after unveiling the all-new Artura Coupe , McLaren has launched the Artura Spider, expanding its range of electrified entry-level supercars. In addition to the allure of a topless bodystyle, the Artura Spider introduces a range of performance and technological upgrades also adopted by the Coupe for the 2025 model year. McLaren recently invited us to Cote d’Azur, where we tested their latest model on the winding mountain roads of southern France.

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2025 Mini Aceman price and specs: Electric SUV starts under $60k

CarExpert

Mini is adding yet another electric vehicle (EV) to its ranks. The Mini Aceman is due in Australia in the fourth quarter of 2024 , priced from $55,990 before on-road costs. It will follow shortly after the new-generation electric Cooper hatch and electric versions of the Countryman , due here in the third quarter. The Aceman slots in between these two models in both size and price, and will battle the likes of the Volvo EX30.

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Acura Dealer Denies Fault For Integra Damage; Teaches Us A Lesson In The Process

Carscoops

An Acura owner brought his car for a warranty repair only to find it damaged when he picked it up. The incident led to an argument that spanned several days and involved Acura corporate. Everyone can learn a valuable lesson from this saga of questionable service. Dealers make the bulk of their money in their service departments. Sometimes, those sections of the business can lead to additional losses though.

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BYD Seal gets beached, owner hopefully now realises AWD isn’t 4WD

CarExpert

If you fancy a spot of beach-driving, something like an Isuzu D-Max or a Toyota LandCruiser seems like a logical choice. A BYD Seal? Not so much. Though drive is sent to all four wheels in the top-spec Performance model, there’s just 120mm of ground clearance and no low-range gearing. That didn’t stop this Seal driver from venturing onto City Beach in Western Australia, with a photo and a video shared by The Bell Tower Times on Facebook.

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Secret Alpine A110 RS Is Faster* Than Cayman GT4 In Nurburgring Test

Carscoops

A prototype A110 RS clocked 7:18.77, faster than the Cayman GT4 but slower than the GT4 RS. The new RS is expected to weigh under 1,000 kg (2,205 lbs) and exceed the standard A110’s 300 hp. The new Alpine model is anticipated to be considerably pricier than the current A110 R. Update 6/16: Our spies have shared fresh photos of the hardcore A110, rumored to carry the RS nameplate.

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2024 Kia EV6 review

CarExpert

There was such buzz for the Kia EV6 GT before it launched in Australia in 2023. Here was the fastest Kia ever, capable of doing the 0-100km/h dash in just 3.5 seconds – faster than some supercars! It was delayed getting here and its moment in the sun was short, for sister brand Hyundai early this year introduced an even more exciting electric vehicle (EV).

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The LDV eDeliver 7 electric van: Embracing the future of electric mobility

Drive.com

In our ever-evolving world, efficiency and sustainability are becoming the linchpins of future transportation. Here’s how the LDV eDeliver7 can help your business achieve both. Sponsored by LDV With the automotive industry shifting towards greener alternatives, the LDV eDeliver 7 electric van offers a compelling business case with its strong cost-of-ownership equation and versatile capabilities.

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GWM Haval Jolion Pro: New small hybrid SUV teased

CarExpert

GWM will reveal its “all-new” Haval Jolion Hybrid today, and has released a couple of images of the hybrid SUV in the meantime. Referred to alternately as “all-new” and a “facelift”, as well as both a Haval Jolion Hybrid and – per its badging – as a Jolion Pro HEV, the vehicle will replace existing Haval Jolion Hybrid models.

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The Fast and The Furious Cars Were Actually Pretty Slow

Motor 1

Movie magic helped sell the illusions of speed and horsepower.

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Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices at his companies, including Tesla

CarExpert

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has warned he will ban Apple devices at all of his companies, following the tech giant’s announcement of AI integration in its operating systems on upcoming devices. Apple last week held its Worldwide Developer Conference, which brought with it the announcement of sweeping updates to iOS including further customisation and, notably, planned AI integration.

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2025 Nissan Murano: Everything We Know

Carscoops

The next-generation Nissan Murano is expected to be revealed later this year as a 2025 model. The mid-size SUV will feature a sleeker, more modern exterior design inspired by the Nissan Ariya. It’s rumored to ditch the V6 engine for a turbocharged four-cylinder and a possible hybrid option. We recently caught up with next-generation Murano prototypes testing out in the open, indicating that the midsize two-row SUV is close to being revealed.

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The large cars with the best fuel economy in Australia

CarExpert

Large cars aren’t usually renowned for excellent fuel economy, but there are some standouts that are more efficient than ever. We’ve included vehicles above and below the $70,000 mark, spanning two segments on the VFACTS sales charts published by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). The majority of the following vehicles have a petrol engine.

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Report: Most of the used vehicles with the largest price drops are electric models

Auto Blog

Filed under: Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Electric Continue reading Report: Most of the used vehicles with the largest price drops are electric models Report: Most of the used vehicles with the largest price drops are electric models originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Hyundai Elantra N Nearly Dethroned the Civic Type R in a Race

Motor 1

The Hyundai might be down on power, but it’s not far behind in a drag race.

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Junkyard Gem: 1997 Cadillac Catera

Auto Blog

Filed under: Cadillac , Opel , Automotive History , Luxury , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1997 Cadillac Catera Junkyard Gem: 1997 Cadillac Catera originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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EV Charging Station ICE’d By Ford Ranger Raptor Is Oh So Childish

Carscoops

The driver of the ICE truck parked in a clearly-marked EV spot at a shopping center in New Zealand. They even made sure that the charging cable was inaccessible to EV and PHEV owners. This practice is commonly known as ICEing, causing unnecessary tensions between ICE and EV owners. With so many EVs and PHEVs buzzing around, you’d think folks would have gotten used to their existence by now.

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New McLaren Artura Spider review: roofless hybrid supercar shows the brand at its best

Auto Express

McLaren’s unique approach to open-top supercars has never been better executed than in the new Artura Spider

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McLaren Artura Spider First Drive Review: Plug-in hybrid supercar drops its top

Auto Blog

Filed under: McLaren , First Drives , Convertible , Hybrid , Luxury , Performance , Supercars Continue reading McLaren Artura Spider First Drive Review: Plug-in hybrid supercar drops its top McLaren Artura Spider First Drive Review: Plug-in hybrid supercar drops its top originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Used Audi A1 2010-2018 review

Autocar

The Audi A1 is a stylish and competent supermini - but does it have the edge over the Mini? The design premise of the Audi A1 was clearly minimalism over maximalism.In your correspondent's opinion, this is how you make a car age well, given that inside and out the Audi is as pared back as small hatchbacks get, and is certainly on the prettier side of the spectrum.

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China weighs retaliatory options against Europe over EV tariffs without igniting trade war

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal Continue reading China weighs retaliatory options against Europe over EV tariffs without igniting trade war China weighs retaliatory options against Europe over EV tariffs without igniting trade war originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This 1962 Corvette Looks Like New After Its First Wash in 30 Years

Motor 1

There are mouse droppings under the seats, in the trunk, and on the engine.

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Ultra-bespoke Bentleys cater to world explorers

Auto Blog

Filed under: Design/Style , Marketing/Advertising , Bentley , Luxury Continue reading Ultra-bespoke Bentleys cater to world explorers Ultra-bespoke Bentleys cater to world explorers originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BMW launches classic restoration service in Australia

Drive.com

A New South Wales dealership has kicked off the BMW Classic program on our shores, but the car maker wants to grow throughout its network. A BMW dealership in New South Wales has become Australia’s first in offering a restoration service for its classic models. Worthington BMW in Somersby, an hour north of Sydney, is the first to become a BMW Classic partner, with experts from the company’s headquarters in Munich training up local staff.

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Ex-U.S. Customs officer convicted of letting drug-filled cars enter from Mexico

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal Continue reading Ex-U.S. Customs officer convicted of letting drug-filled cars enter from Mexico Ex-U.S. Customs officer convicted of letting drug-filled cars enter from Mexico originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2024 GWM Haval Jolion price and specs: Hybrid gets unique bodywork, prices cut

Drive.com

The GWM Haval Jolion small SUV range has been split, as the hybrid has received a largely new look – and the non-hybrid gains mild visual tweaks. 2024 GWM Haval Jolion pricing and specifications Hybrid version of small SUV gets brand-new bodywork Non-hybrid model remains with styling tweaks Lower prices than before Priced from $26,990 drive-away for petrol, $32,990 drive-away for hybrid The 2024 GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid has been treated to a significant restyle – with new sheetmetal for nearly ev

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Chinese-made electric Mini threatened with highest EV tariff from EU

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Government/Legal , Rumormill , BMW , MINI Continue reading Chinese-made electric Mini threatened with highest EV tariff from EU Chinese-made electric Mini threatened with highest EV tariff from EU originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 16 Jun 2024 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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