Motor Authority
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The Nissan GT-R earned its nickname of Godzilla The nickname was given to the R32 GT-R by Wheels magazine in 1989 The Australian Touring Car Championship series changed rules in 1993 effectively banning the GT-R from competing U.S. car enthusiasts have embraced the nickname "Godzilla" for the Nissan GT-R, but the moniker originated in Australia.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The tame racing driver set a fast lap then smoked the tires to celebrate.
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Motor Authority
DECEMBER 25, 2024
A U.K.-based company plans to offer electric conversions of classic Rolls-Royce luxury cars starting in Spring 2026. Evice recently unveiled a prototype of its conversion package as a first step toward the planned commercial launch. Called the XP1, it's a modified Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow sedan, but Evice aims to offer conversions of the Corniche.
Autocar
DECEMBER 25, 2024
25m-high jumps become reality at Monster Jam University Part drag car, part rally car, part low-fl ying aircraft. So we yump it Youre going to catch some air, says Tristan England, driver of the JCB Digatron Monster Jam truck, the subject of this years Christmas road test. This was unexpected. If youll excuse the behind-the-scenes indulgence, sometimes we get a brief go in a Christmas road test vehicle, sometimes an extended run, but often if its, say, the Space Shuttle no go at all.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
A Chiron owner asked for a cupholder after she spilled some Red Bull in her hypercar. Bugatti promptly came up with a solution that slides neatly into the driver’s side door pocket. The custom-made cupholder can hold a large water bottle and a can of Red Bull. The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport is one of the most remarkable performance cars ever designed and is the only production car to top the fabled 300 mph (483 km/h) mark.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Skoda’s smallest SUV holds onto its value-focused price position with its latest update. In a market fast filling with budget-oriented alternatives, is the Kamiq the smart choice in the segment? Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2024 Skoda Kamiq Select Usually, a runout special is a sure-fire way to clear old stock in anticipation of the next generat
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Car Examer
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Heres what you need to know about this bold move Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Plan To Merge by 2026. Big news is shaking up the auto world: Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi three of Japan’s most iconic car brandsare planning a major merger by 2026. The goal? To pool their expertise, cut costs, and tackle the challenges of a fast-changing automotive industry together.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Drive Safer teaches viewers how to safely and confidently navigate some everyday driving scenarios that could turn dangerous using the Subaru Outback and Subaru Forester. Sponsored by Subaru With the holiday season well underway, its fair to say that were collectively winding down after another big year and getting ready for a well-deserved break. But one place we cant allow ourselves to take the foot off the pedal (quite literally) is on the roads.
AutoSuccessOnline
DECEMBER 25, 2024
For car dealerships, efficient vehicle transport is not just a logistical concernit’s a critical component of business success. Whether moving inventory between locations or delivering vehicles to customers, dealerships can benefit significantly from adopting optimized transport strategies. By focusing on efficiency and cost reduction, dealerships can streamline their operations and ensure smooth vehicle shipping processes.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Today being Christmas, the height of the gift-giving season, well need to decide if this Nice Price or No Dice Mustang is a proper present or if its price makes you hope it comes with a return receipt. Read more.
AutoSuccessOnline
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Earlier last week, I had a conversation with one of our dealer partners who had a record-breaking August driven entirely by used vehicle sales. With tight supply and a flat-feeling used market, I asked, how did he turn it into the driver of his record month? His answer was simple: strong leadership that kept his team laser-focused on two key things: controlling the customer conversation and knowing the inventory inside and out.
Market Doctors
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Email marketing continues to be a powerful tool for car dealerships, offering a direct line to potential and existing customers. Whether you’re announcing a special promotion, sharing new inventory, or keeping in touch with past buyers, effective email campaigns can drive significant results. But to get the best ROI, its essential to navigate the nuances of email marketing skillfully.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Dodge’s new Charger Daytona coupe hits the market first in R/T and Scat Pack trims. The new model is already in production and is expected to reach its first owners in 2025. The electric muscle car will be joined by an ICE-powered version sometime next year. Dodge is diving into the world of electric cars, attempting to blend its muscle-bound swagger with the reality of an evolving EV future.
Autocar
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Now that our digital archive is complete, the possibility of taking a long-term view of inflation is intriguing Inflation has been a subject on everyones lips in 2024, not least with regards to newcar prices, which we were recently told had risen 129% over the past15 years. Goodness gracious! Now, with the few gaps in Autocars digital archive having been filled, the possibility of taking a long-term view is intriguing.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Let’s face it, most automotive journalists—myself included—spend their days buried in the thrilling world of budget sedans, mid-range SUVs, and the occasional EV with delusions of grandeur. And while that’s already a pretty sweet gig (seriously, try whining about it to someone stuck in a cubicle), there’s a unique kind of adrenaline rush when someone tosses you the keys to a $300,000 McLaren Artura Spider and says, “Go have fun in the French Riviera.” It
Drive.com
DECEMBER 25, 2024
All the talk of China is warranted, but a surprising stat reveals Japan has outgunned all comers when it comes to the Australian automotive industry this year. Australians bought more cars from Japan than anywhere else in 2024 and that number grew dramatically year-on-year while Chinas share of sales fell in a market which was flat overall. Almost one-third of all cars sold here in the last 12 months were made in Japan (31 per cent share) with its most popular vehicle the Toyota RAV4 SUV ahea
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The Huracan has been overhauled to compete in a class dominated by Hondas and Toyotas. The modified Honda K20C engine in the Lamborghini produces 350 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. The team hopes the reliable Honda engine will outperform the original V10 in a 25-hour race. A racing team in Thailand has built what could be the world’s first Honda-powered Lamborghini , and it’s being prepped to compete in a 25-hour endurance race next year.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Second-hand electric car owners share their ownership experiences everything from the best times to the worst. Electric vehicles are fast becoming a permanent fixture in Australia’s car market, increasing in popularity tenfold over the past decade. But, with used EV prices becoming a lot more competitive, is it worth buying a second-hand electric car now?
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Arkansas police chased a speeding Chrysler 300 that did over three times the speed limit. The police eventually ended the chase for public safety reasons after losing track of the car. The suspects were apprehended when they parked the sedan and tried to cover it with a tarp. Police across the nation know that in some circumstances, they’re outgunned on the highway.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The last quarter century has seen a lot of change in the automotive industry, and not all of it for the best. Here are Drive’s biggest disappointments from the last 25 years. Sometimes it is hard to believe that it has already been 25 years since the turn of the century, but the end of this year will close the chapter on a quarter of a century of automotive history.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 25, 2024
This 1967 Mustang Eleanor convertible has only covered 1,800 miles since its 2011 conversion. Inside, the Mustang features original layout with modern touches like a RetroSound head unit. The pony car’s mechanical upgrades include coilovers, Baer brakes, and a Ford Racing V8 engine. The allure of the Eleanor Mustang may have worn thin for some, considering how many classic Ford Mustangs have been converted into replicas over the years.
Autocar
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Think electric cars can't be truly engaging? Take this seminal EV hot hatch for a slide. Minutes after a Hyundai Ioniq5 N been dropped off with me, it was off to a Gatwick Airport car park. I got back late the next night, a bit jaded, and then two wheels kerbed, brutally so. It happened at opposite corners on a spiral down ramp towards the exit of the car park.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Its no secret that we here at Jalopnik have been critical of Elon Musks stainless steel middle finger to the automotive industry. In fact, we wrote over 60 Tesla Cybertruck blogs in its first year as a real car in the real world. Read more.
Car Examer
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Lets break down what a transbrake is, how it works, and why its a game-changer in the world of drag racing. If youve ever watched a drag race and wondered how drivers manage those blisteringly fast launches, the answer often lies in one key piece of technology: the transbrake. Designed specifically for cars with automatic transmissions, a transbrake gives racers the ultimate control and power to dominate the starting line.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Need an SUV but don’t want it to be too big? There are plenty of options, but naturally it can be difficult to know where to look. Jeep Avenger We’re looking back at our year of reviews and compiling lists of our top-rated vehicles from various segments. This time light SUVs are in the spotlight, and while the scores may not be as high as other segments there are still some good cars to dive into.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Ive driven a lot of stupidly fast cars at Jalopnik this year. Stuff like the Lucid Air Sapphire , Chevrolet Corvette , Maserati GranCabrio Folgore and Bentley Continental GT Speed come to mind, but none of those cars have altered my brain chemistry and changed my DNA as the McLaren 750S did. You see, its not the fact Read more.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Thanks to you, 2024 was another booming year for CarExpert on YouTube. While numbers dont tell the whole story, the following figures were enough to find more than a few of us emitting a low, appreciative whistle through tubed lips. In October we raced to over 500,000 subscribers, a gain of 108.7K subscribers from 2023. Cumulatively, our 161 videos for the year earned 41.1 million views, and logged 3,372,473.9 streaming hours, which, if you laid them end to end would take you back to the time of
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Boeing had a year that its executives will definitely want to forget. An inflight door plug blow-out on a 737 Max led the Department of Justice to shred its 2021 settlement with the aerospace manufacturer over the planes two fatal crashes. Boeing pleaded guilty to defrauding the federal government and paid hundreds Read more.
Autocar
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The Cybertruck looks like it's come from outer space. Does it drive like an alien craft? Try drawing a pick-up truck with your non-writing hand and Id bet youd come up with something closely resembling the Tesla Cybertruck, a true automotive alien in just how different it is to every single vehicle on the road.Maybe Elon Musk did such a thing himself and nobody dared challenge him, and it just ended up in showrooms in raw form, so absolute is his power.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Happy first night of Hanukkah! And, I guess, merry Christmas. I thought this would be a fitting day for my Traffic Jams debut so I can bless you all with the greatest Christmas song ever written: Christmas Tree by Lady Gaga. Released in December 2008 as a digital download, a few months after Gagas debut album The Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Well, its the end of December, which means another year has passed without anyone forcing the Jalopnik staff to get real jobs. For that, we are eternally grateful. Allegedly, there are other jobs you can work that dont require you to put pants on, but most of those dont come with access to cool cars with gloveboxes Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
The average new car transaction price these days is nearly $50,000, which isnt great when you consider the median income in this country is about the same. So if you need to replace your current car but cant afford something new, you definitely arent alone. Decades of wage stagnation have put Americans in a tough Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
We drive dozens, if not hundreds of cars every year. Some of them come around with a lot more hype than others. Folks arent really waiting in anticipation over things like the new gas-powered Chevy Equinox , but for some cars, theres a ton of suspense leading up to their release. Read more.
Jalopnik
DECEMBER 25, 2024
Tesla sales are tanking, Twitter is a f **g mess , SpaceX is coasting on Boeings failures , xAI is burning through billions , The Boring Company is a scam , and Elon Musk himself is trying to shut down the U.S. Government. The worlds richest man is a childish megalomaniac, and his actions in 2024 have only expanded Read more.
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