Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Sedan sales may be on the decline, but the situation is even worse when it comes to coupes and convertibles. As a result, most automakers have either scaled back the number of two-door cars they offer or dropped these body styles altogether. Mercedes-Benz has had one of the most diverse lineups of coupes and convertibles in recent years, but it.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Bugatti has dropped another round of photos of the Tourbillon, this time from its Asian debut. Customer deliveries of the new hypercar are expected to begin in 2026, starting at around $4.6M. Powering the Tourbillon is a 1,775HP 8.3-liter naturally-aspirated V16 with three electric motors. Following a whirlwind tour across the States , Bugatti’s new hypercar, the Tourbillon , has made its way to East Asia, where it’s been showcased to customers, media, and fans in Japan and Singapore
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Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
BMW M is developing a quad-motor electric powertrain New powertrain will enable precise and infinitely variable torque distribution New powertrain is expected to debut in next-generation M3 BMW has committed itself to electric mobility, and that commitment extends to the automaker's M performance division. The BMW hot house has already introduced.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Ram Trucks Australia has confirmed itll bring the new twin-turbo, six-cylinder 1500 pickup to Australia in 2025 more than 18 months after it was unveiled in North America. In November 2023 , Ram unveiled the facelifted DT-generation 1500 , resulting in its long-standing 5.7-litre Hemi V8 engine being axed and replaced by a newer 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline petrol six.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Camping in a Mercedes Sprinter RV is far from roughing it The 2025 Mercedes Sprinter has all-wheel-drive, not four-wheel drive The 2025 Mercedes Sprinter costs $53,125 “We have a hotel room for you in case you decide to bail on this idea.” That was the last thing I was told before closing the sliding door to the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The lawsuit claims that Porsche should replace all defective battery packs. It also asserts that the automaker has known about battery faults since at least February 2020. In early 2025, Porsche will install an on-board diagnostic system to detect battery anomalies. Two months after Porsche issued a widespread recall of 2020-2024 Taycan models across the United States for a battery defect, a class action lawsuit has been filed against the automaker and is seeking a jury trial in relation to the
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The 2025 E 53 Hybrid has up to 604 hp with 6 cylinders The E 53 Hybrid has four levels of regenerative braking The E 53 Hybrid costs EQE and Lucid Air money: $89,150 The Mercedes AMG E 53 has returned, but this time it swaps some cylinders for a charge port and batteries, more power, and a lot more weight. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E 53 Hybrid is.
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Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Tim Kuniskis, the executive perhaps most influential in spreading horsepower across Stellantis' U.S. brands, has returned to the automaker after retiring in May. Kuniskis spent more than three decades working with various brands within Stellantis' North American portfolio prior to retiring, most recently serving as CEO of Dodge and Ram. He returns.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This year’s finalists for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 proves the electric age is upon us: only one finalist has a tailpipe. Starting with nearly 25 new or significantly updated luxury and performance vehicles, we whittled down the list of 2025 nominees to just six contenders. We then tested the finalists both on the street and the.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Thieves stole seven high-end vehicles worth $200K from a small dealership in North Carolina. While some of the cars have been recovered, the owner says insurance won’t cover the devaluation. North Carolina authorities arrested four men in connection with the theft last month. When crime hits too close to home, the consequences are often far more than financial.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
McLaren claimed the title in the 2024 Formula 1 Constructors' Championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix The 2024 Constructors' title is McLaren's first in 26 years McLaren's Lando Norris won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix McLaren's Lando Norris drove brilliantly on Sunday at the 2024 Formula 1 season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, managing to take home.
Autocar
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Development of 2.4m 2011bhp electric hypercar was halted by pandemic; customer hand-overs are finally starting Lotus is finally beginning customer deliveries of its 2011bhp Evija electric hypercar, roughly four years after originally planned. The brands halo car was revealed in mid-2019 and due to be with its first customers by the end of 2020. Shortly after its unveiling, though, Lotus pushed back deliveries to mid-2021 due to Covid-related development delays.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This year’s finalists for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 proves the electric age is upon us: only one finalist has a tailpipe. Starting with nearly 25 new or significantly updated luxury and performance vehicles, we whittled down the list of 2025 nominees to just six contenders. We then tested the finalists both on the street and the.
Motor Trader
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Losses at Eden Motor Group mounted in 2023 due to supply issues impacting its new and used car sales. The results for its parent, Eden Automotive Investments filed at Companies House saw pre-tax losses more than trebling to -6.6m (2022: 1.86m) on turnover up 18.7% to 327.4m. Eden Motor Group was formed 20 years ago by CEO Graeme Potts, and Vauxhall Motors in 2008, and has grown since launch to over 20 dealerships across the south, representing Hyundai, Mazda, MG, Peugeot and Vauxhall.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Citroen C3 is a clever rethink of the type of small car Brits love to buy.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Unplugged Performance has released new upgrades for Tesla’s Model 3 Performance. The full aero kit includes a new carbon lip spoiler, canards, and rear diffuser. It also offers offers carbon ceramic brakes and advanced suspension upgrades. In recent years, Unplugged Performance has firmly established itself as the go-to tuner for everything Tesla, and it has just rolled out a series of new upgrades for the refreshed Model 3 Performance codenamed ‘Project Highland’ These modific
Auto Express
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Abu Dhabi-based CYVN Holdings aims to redefine high-performance mobility
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Three teenagers were killed when the Tesla slammed into a cement wall and caught fire. Police believe that speed played a role in the fatal crash. Initial investigations didn’t indicate that mechanical problems contributed to the accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has confirmed it’s looking into a recent fatal crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck that killed three teenagers in California late last month.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Christian Meunier is expected to become Chairperson of Nissan Americas, overseeing operations in two regions. This would put the former Jeep boss in charge of the Nissan and Infiniti brands in North and South America. Meunier previously served as Infiniti’s Global President and appears to have a number of fans at the automaker. Nissan, Infiniti and Jeep don’t have much in common, but all three brands are struggling with declining sales.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Walkinshaw Automotive has converted Ram Trucks Australia’s final Hemi V8-powered Ram 1500 to right-hand drive, ahead of the full-size American pickups move to twin-turbo six-cylinder ‘Hurricane’ power in 2025. The last Ram 1500 with a Hemi V8 under the bonnet a Limited with Granite Crystal paint, to be precise rolled off the production line in Clayton, Melbourne, last Friday (December 6, 2024).
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Mercedes is working on a second facelift for the third-generation GLS. The range-topping Mercedes-Maybach variant was recently spied undergoing testing with star-infused lights and a new front fascia. The interior will get a tech-focused makeover that includes an all-new pillar-to-pillar display. If you like understated luxury vehicles, prepare to turn your nose in disgust as the Mercedes-Maybach GLS is getting a gaudy makeover.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The Ford Ranger MS-RT a sporty street truck version of Australias best-selling vehicle is now a stronger chance to go on sale locally, after launching in Thailand. Unveiled in February , the Ranger MS-RT is an on-road performance version of the popular dual-cab 4×4 ute, developed by MS-RT, which is an offshoot of Fords rally partner M-Sport. Though it initially launched in Europe and the UK, Ford has now released the Ranger MS-RT in Thailand, opening the door for a potential Australian de
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A new public-private partnership has led to the development of a common framework for a universal Plug & Charge capability. This means future EVs and charging stations will be able to talk to one another and seamlessly process payment information without having to worry about apps and log-ins. The new capability is expected to become operational next year, although it might take some time to roll out.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
General Motors is recalling almost 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks, but not for an issue that’ll affect how the vehicle operates. Instead, it’s for an improperly labelled cap. “The brake fluid cap affixed to the vehicle does not contain the required warnings in accordance with the standards set out under Australian Design Rule (ADR) 35/07 Commercial Vehicle Brake Systems,” the company says in its recall notice. “There is no safety hazard associated with this
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Tim Kuniskis is returning to lead Ram following a brief retirement. The executive is best-known for running Dodge, but he was also in charge of Ram until leaving earlier this year. Kuniskis’ return coincides with an executive shakeup that will see Larry Dominique depart and Chris Feuell take control of Alfa Romeo in North America. Stellantis continues to shake things up in the wake of Carlos Tavares’ departure and one of their highest profile employees is reportedly making a return.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The 2025 Toyota GR Corolla is now on sale in Australia, bringing performance upgrades, cosmetic tweaks, the option of an automatic transmission, and increased prices. Toyota unveiled the facelifted GR Corolla in August, gaining an eight-speed automatic transmission also available in the updated GR Yaris to be sold alongside its existing six-speed manual gearbox.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Deposed Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad left behind a fleet of luxury cars in Syria. Exotic vehicles like a Ferrari F50 and Lamborghini Diablo were discovered in his garage. The fate of Bashar Al-Assad’s abandoned car collection remains uncertain at this time. As rebel forces seized control of Syria over the weekend, reports emerged that Bashar Al-Assad has fled to Russia and is no longer the nation’s president.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The 2025 Audi S3 is arriving in Australia next year with higher prices, a more potent engine and fresh looks. Unveiled in April, the facelifted S3 follows the design changes to the wider A3 range , but under the skin its now evenly matched with the related and upcoming Volkswagen Golf R. Starting at $78,800 before on-road costs in Sportback (hatch) guise, the price of entry to the S3 range has increased by $3400.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The Avatr 06 debuted in China, adding to the growing list of Tesla Model 3 rivals. The sedan model is expected to offer both EV and EREV powertrain options. Avatr is a Chinese brand backed by Changan and CATL, using technology from Huawei. The ever-expanding electric vehicle market in China is welcoming yet another new entrant, as Avatr introduces its fourth production model, the Avatr 06 sedan, which serves as an entry point in the brand’s lineup.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Leapmotor , the young Chinese brand with which Peugeot and Jeep parent Stellantis has partnered, is getting ready to launch an even more affordable SUV. A Chinese government filing has detailed specifications for the B10 , a new electric SUV that will slot in under the C10. The C10 is priced from $45,888 before on-road costs, offering Tesla Model Y sizing at BYD Atto 3 prices, and the B10 is expected to be even cheaper when it arrives here during 2025.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Each of the six 296 GTBs is finished in a distinctive color. Adorning each interior is Beige Honolulu leather with Gold Metallic accents. Ferrari is celebrating its 30th anniversary in the Middle East and to mark the occasion, it’s unveiled six special 296 GTBs at an event in Abu Dhabi for each of the six Gulf Nations. While we suspect some local buyers would have preferred to see Ferrari launch special versions of the quicker and more powerful SF90 Stradale, the Italian marque quietly ret
Autocar
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Development of 2.4m 2011bhp electric hypercar was halted by pandemic; customer hand-overs have begun Lotus is under way with customer deliveries of its 2011bhp Evija electric hypercar, roughly four years after originally planned. The brands halo car was revealed in mid-2019 and due to be with its first customers by the end of 2020. Shortly after its unveiling, though, Lotus pushed back deliveries to mid-2021 due to Covid-related development delays.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 9, 2024
AMG is gunning for ultra high-end customers with the first of its new low-production Mythos series
Autocar
DECEMBER 9, 2024
New e-408 matches the look of the combustion-engined 408 New electric version of saloon-esque hatchback offers a range of 281 miles between charges Order books have opened for the Peugeot e-408,the new electric version of the brand's saloon-esque hatchback that rivalsthe Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. It's available in two trim levels, with the entry-level Allure car priced from 42,175, while the GT range-topper is44,945.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The Skoda Elroq is even more appealing than the bigger Skoda Enyaq, and just as brilliant
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