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Audi abandons naming strategy that splits EV, ICE cars

Motor Authority

Audi introduced a new naming strategy in 2023 to better differentiate between models equipped with internal-combustion engines and those powered purely by batteries. Under the strategy, models with gas or diesel engines, including hybrids, were to use an odd number in their names, while EVs would use an even number. However, on Monday, Audi.

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Explore: The cars of Oman

Best Selling Cars Blog

Bestune T77 in Muscat, Oman Oman location Last December I had the privilege of visiting the country of Oman in the Arabian peninsula. It was a fascinating cultural change and the opportunity to discover fantastic landscapes. Oman is home to 5.3 million inhabitants including 1.72 million in its capital Muscat. Oman is the oldest continuously independent state in the Arab world.

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Jannarelly debuts Ælla-60 retro supercar with manual gearbox

Motor Authority

Anthony Jannarelly has revealed his latest design, the Ælla-60 supercar The supercar features a mid-mounted 473-hp V-8 mated to a manual transmission Pricing starts at $896,000 and only 60 examples will be built Talented car designer Anthony Jannarelly is back with a new project: a mid-engine supercar powered by a V-8 engine and equipped.

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Car Insurance Will Keep Rising

AutoDealer Today

Forecaster expects continued rate increases, though smaller ones, this year.

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Ruf wants to brighten the lives of 993 Porsche 911 owners

Motor Authority

Classic cars can be a joy to drive. The sounds, the smells, and the tactile feel of the materials are all sensations that new cars can't beat. However, the fun usually stops when the sun goes down, and you realize there's nothing nostalgic about old headlight technology. Ruf, a niche German sports car manufacturer that also specializes in upgrades.

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Suzuki Suspends Jimny 5D Orders In Japan After 4-Day Demand Creates 3.5-Year Backlog

Carscoops

Suzuki has temporarily suspended orders for the Jimny Nomade in Japan. The automaker has received around 50,000 orders for the SUV in just 4 days. The five-door Jimny is exclusively manufactured at Suzuki’s plant in India. The four-door Suzuki Jimny Nomade has proven incredibly popular with Japanese buyers, forcing the automaker to temporarily suspend orders.

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2026 Jeep Cherokee spied for first time

Motor Authority

A redesigned Jeep Cherokee is expected to debut in 2025 Latest prototype sighting points to a bigger, brawnier design for the new Cherokee Jeep officials have hinted at a hybrid powertrain for the new Cherokee Stellantis' SUV brand, Jeep, has several new models in the pipeline, and a prototype for one of them has just been spotted. The prototype.

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Ford mulls standalone Raptor supercar

Motor Authority

Ford says it's considering a standalone off-roader Ford Raptor T1+ Dakar Rally contender may hint at the type of vehicle Ford is considering Ford wouldn't be the first to launch a rally raid-style vehicle for the road The success of Ford's Raptor-branded performance off-road vehicles, based on workhorses like the Ranger and F-150, has led the.

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Audi abandons split model names for ICE and EV models

Autocar

Combustion-engined A7 was thought to be on the way to accompany new electric A6 Under now-scrapped strategy, EVs wore evennumbered designations and combustion cars odd-numbered ones Audi has reversedits new model naming strategy thatdifferentiated combustion-enginedmodels from electric models using odd and even numbers. The move comes after customer and dealer feedback confirmed the new system was causing confusion.

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1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 grand prix car nets $54M at auction

Motor Authority

A rare Mercedes-Benz has sold at auction for almost $54 million The car is a W196 Grand Prix car raced by Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss The car was sold by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum which is raising funds for its upkeep and expansion A new record price has been set for a Grand Prix race car, one that's unlikely to be rivaled.

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Kia’s Best-Selling Vehicle In January Was A Sedan

Carscoops

Combined sales of the Kia K4 and Forte bested the Sportage last month. Those sedans weren’t the only winners as K5 sales were up 32.5% from a year ago. Kia America posted their best January ever and five models set sales records for the month. The carpocalypse has claimed numerous victims including the Chevrolet Malibu , Ford Fusion, Mazda6, and Nissan Maxima.

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Aston Martin: Emissions Regulations Are Killing the V-12

Motor 1

The twelve-cylinder powerhouse dies at the end of this decade.

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This Is The First Widebody Kit For The New Dodge Charger Daytona

Carscoops

Waido Kits reveals a wild widebody kit for the electric Dodge Charger Daytona. It features flared arches, a larger splitter, and forged carbon fiber components. Pricing remains unconfirmed, but Waido’s past kits have ranged from $1.7k to $10k. Whether you love or loathe the all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona, you can probably agree that it’s quite an important car for the brand.

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Audi Is Changing Its Naming Strategy. Again

Motor 1

What's old is new.

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Almost 150,000 Ford Broncos May Have A Serious Suspension Issue

Carscoops

Impacted Ford Bronco models were built between September 23, 2020, and July 23, 2024. The recall involves Ford Bronco Badlands variants and those with the Sasquatch package. Ford continues to work on a fix for the issue and will contact owners in due course. The Ford Bronco is marketed as one of the most capable off-roaders on sale but an issue with its trick rear shocks has forced the automaker to issue a recall for almost 150,000 examples in the United States.

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Jeep Is Finally Building a New Cherokee. Here's Our First Look

Motor 1

A camouflaged prototype was spotted with visible exhaust, confirming a combustion engine under the hood.

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HEMI V8 May Return In The 2026 Dodge Durango

Carscoops

Dodge’s V8 will reportedly stay in production for at least one more model year. The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is expected to power the 2026 Dodge Durango R/T trim. That SUV is supposedly getting an all-new generation starting in the 2027MY. If there’s one thing that’s crystal clear about Dodge , it’s that fans are fiercely loyal to the Hemi V8.

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Stellantis Names New Bosses for Jeep and Peugeot

Motor 1

DS Automobiles also has a new leader.

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For $5K, Transform Your Citroen Ami Into A Retro 1947 Type H Van

Carscoops

Italian coachbuilder Caselani has created a new conversion kit for the Citroen Ami. The Type-Ami looks like a miniature version of the Citroen HY van from 1947. The EV is priced at €13,000 ($13,400), while the fiberglass kit costs €5,000 ($5,200). The Citroen Ami is getting a fresh look for 2025 , but for those who want a bit more character, and specifically, a retro twist, there’s now the Type-Ami.

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This Mercedes Racer Is the Second-Most Expensive Car to Ever Sell at Auction

Motor 1

It sold for $52.7 million in Stuttgart over the weekend.

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Hyundai’s Best January Ever Sees EV Sales Surge 15% As Ioniq 5 Rockets 54%

Carscoops

Hyundai’s best-selling model in January was the Tucson, shifting an impressive 15,025 units. Other strong performers included the Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6, both recording sales increases. Despite the record month, sales of the Kona, Palisade, and Santa Cruz dropped last month. While some sectors of the auto industry are navigating uncertainty, thanks in part to shifting policies and market fluctuations, Hyundai is charging full speed ahead.

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Holden parent ‘aware’ of Commodore theft crisis, solution no closer

CarExpert

Holden Commodores are being stolen in droves across Australia, thanks in part to the availability of an easy to buy tool. As previously reported , owners of late-model Holden Commodores especially V8-powered VFs are being targeted as their cars can be easily started and stolen by criminals using an OBD-reading tool intended for mechanics and locksmiths.

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Jeep, Peugeot And DS Get New Bosses In Latest Stellantis Shakeup

Carscoops

The revolving door of Jeep CEOs has spit out a new leader in the form of Bob Broderdorf. Alain Favey has been tapped to lead Peugeot, while Xavier Peugeot takes over at DS Automobiles. Stellantis’ bureaucracy has also been revamped to allow for “enhanced local decision-making.” Stellantis continues to shake things up following the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares as the company has appointed new heads of Jeep, Peugeot, DS Automobiles, and their Pro One commercial vehicles unit.

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Electric company car megatest: Tesla, BMW, Polestar, Hyundai and BYD head-to-head

Auto Express

Drivers are spoiled for choice in the flourishing EV company car market, but which of our six rivals does the business?

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SsangYong’s Successor Turns Musso Into A Pickup Brand

Carscoops

Korea’s KG Mobility is turning the SsangYong Musso into a dedicated pickup sub-brand. The Musso EV is set to launch in South Korea in Q1 2025, with more markets to follow. The EV will be accompanied by an ICE pickup, featuring a more rugged design. KG Mobility, formerly known as SsangYong , has introduced a new sub-brand for its future pickup offerings named Musso.

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Stellantis appoints new Peugeot CEO

Motor Trader

Stellantis has appointed Alain Favey CEO of Peugeot, reporting to Enlarged Europe COO Jean-Philippe Imparato. Favey spent the first 20 years of his career with Groupe PSA where he was Country MD for Citron in Denmark, Belux, UK, Italy and France. In 2009, he joined Volkswagen AG where he held several leading international positions with Porsche Holding, Skoda and Bentley Motors.

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Ford Boss Hints At New Raptor Supercar

Carscoops

Ford’s next halo model after the GT supercar could be a super-SUV. The pricey performance flagship would wear the brand’s Raptor branding. Hero vehicle would provide link to Ford Raptor T1+ Dakar rally racer. Ford is plotting a new flagship performance model, but despite the automaker getting ready for a return to Le Mans in 2027 , this time the hero car won’t take inspiration from the track, but from trucks.

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The most expensive cars ever sold

Autocar

The Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coup is the world's most expensive car Classic cars can sell at auction for more than 25 million these days and here are the priciest cars ever sold Think of the worlds most expensive cars and your mind might immediately go tomodern, high-performance models like the Ferarri Enzo, Bugatti Veyron or the Pagani Zonda.

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BMW Aims For The Stars With X7 Nishiki Lounge Concept

Carscoops

BMW has introduced the X7 Nishiki Lounge concept in Japan. It celebrates Japanese craftsmanship and pays tribute to the night sky. The model has a two-tone exterior, unique trim, and a custom center armrest. BMW is celebrating Japanese craftsmanship with the new X7 Nishiki Lounge concept. It’s the latest in a series of modified vehicles and it embraces the idea of a “relaxing space filled with beauty, where the stars sparkle.” While that’s clearly visible inside, the exte

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Aston Martin EVs could get vibrating bodies for V12 feel

Autocar

Vibrations from Valkyrie's V12 engine could be simulated in future Aston EVs New Aston boss outlines plan to make future EVs as thrilling to drive as current combustion cars Aston Martin could use oscillating body structures on future performance EVs to simulate the experience of driving a V12-engined sports car, company boss Adrian Hallmark has hinted.

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Volkswagen Amarok deals announced to shift stock

CarExpert

Volkswagen Australia is offering nationwide drive-away pricing on its most popular Amarok variants from model years 2023 and 2024 (MY23 and MY24). Until March 31, 2025, Amarok Style utes are being offered with free on-road costs. MY23 examples are being offered with nationwide drive-away pricing of $66,990 for the four-cylinder TDI500 and $70,990 for the V6-powered TDI600.

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Official: Dacia Sandero is Europe's best-selling car by a wide margin

Autocar

Sandero's 268,101 sales saw it take top honours by a wide berth Sandero outsold the second-placed Renault Clio by more than 50,000 cars; Golf completes the podium The Dacia Sandero was the best-selling car in Europe by a significant margin last year,according to figures released by industry analyst Jato Dynamics. A total of 268,101 examples of the value-focused supermini were registered in Europe (including the UK) last year, beating the second-placed Renault Clio by more than 50,000 units.

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Chevy Parts Ways With Long-Time Corvette Product Manager

Motor 1

Harlan Charles was the Corvette product marketing manager, and apparently, he's not the only high-ranking Corvette exec to get the axe.

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Honda And Nissan Delay Merger Update Until Mid-February

Carscoops

The two Japanese carmakers had initially planned to detail their merger at the end of January. Honda is said to be taking a close look at Nissan’s restructuring measures before going ahead. Mitsubishi may stay independent, preferring partnerships over full merger with Honda and Nissan. The automotive world was caught off guard in December when Honda and Nissan revealed they were in discussions to merge into a single company.

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Incoming NADA Chairman Draws on U.S. Marine Experience to Lead Dealers

AutoSuccessOnline

Tom Castriota addressed the countrys franchised new-car dealers for the first time as the NADA chairman at the NADA Show 2025 , setting the tone for a year of advocacy and emphasizing the community impact of dealerships. Yes, you are individuals who compete against each other and thats a good thing, Castriota said to a room of thousands of dealers, managers and automotive retail industry leaders in New Orleans.

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The best seven-seat cars: driven and ranked

Autocar

Family haulers aren't restricted to MPVs any more. These are the 10 best seven-seaters you can buy today Do you have people, thingsand people with things to move? A seven-seat car is the simplest and best solution to your problem. A decade ago, this market looked slightly frumpy,dueto the MPV.But today, most of the best seven-seaters are fashionable SUVs , meaning you wont feel silly in the school car park.

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MBWA

Dealer World

Great dealership leaders practice MBWA (Management by Wandering Around) and its benefits: *Their Visibility Promotes Positive Culture *Encourages Employee Engagement & Openness About Their Goals *Builds Trust by Showing Servant Leadership *Reinforces Company Values and Goals *You Can Discover Your Company's Future Leaders