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Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025: Why the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N won

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Six vehicles competed for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025, five of them EVs Five of the competitors are considered crossovers or SUVs The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was the most fun to drive of the group The transition from internal-combustion to electric power continued at a slower pace than expected this year, but you wouldn’t be able to tell.

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Romania Full Year 2024: Dacia Logan celebrates 20 straight years at #1, Duster breaks share record

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The Dacia Duster is up to an all time high 9.2% share in 2024. Discover almost 55 years of Romanian Historical Data here. 151,106 new cars hit Romanian roads in 2024, a 6% year-on-year uptick. This is the highest annual volume since pre-pandemic 2019. Local behemoth Dacia (-1.

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2027 Porsche Cayenne Coupe spied with updates

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Porsche is planning a second round of updates for its Cayenne Coupe A prototype for an updated Cayenne Coupe sporting a new front fascia has been spotted Porsche is working on an electric Cayenne but will continue to sell gas and plug-in hybrid versions alongside it Porsche has been spotted testing a prototype for a second facelift for the Cayenne.

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BMW XM Had A Terrible First Full Year With Just 1,974 Units Sold In The US

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The XM was the slowest-selling model in the USA, while the X5 was the best. Despite this, the automaker achieved a record-breaking total of 371,346 units sold. In 2024, BMW also delivered 50,981 BEVs and 19,398 PHEVs across the market. BMW of North America has wrapped up 2024 with strong sales momentum, reporting a record 371,346 units sold in the US market, a 2.5% increase over 2023.

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Lamborghini Revuelto recalled for fire risk

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The Lamborghini Revuelto has received its second recall, this time for a fire risk. The first recall was issued last fall, due to a windshield wiper potentially failing. The latest recall, which was published by the NHTSA on Dec. 19 (recall campaign number 24V945000), is due to oil potentially leaking from a connection flange from the engine's oil.

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Labour reverses 2035 ICE ban: no new petrol or diesel cars to be sold after 2030

Auto Express

The Transport Secretary says the government will launch a consultation with the industry to consider what steps can be taken to support domestic manufacturing

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Next-gen BMW iDrive debuts with no buttons, pillar-to-pillar projection

Motor Authority

BMW's next-gen user interface has no buttons, knobs, or physical controls Dubbed Panoramic iDrive, the system uses a touchscreen, projection, and the steering wheel Panoramic iDrive will debut later in 2025 in the Neue Klasse EVs BMW's upcoming electric car won't just debut the automaker's new design language and platform. It'll also bring forth.

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Next-gen BMW iDrive debuts pillar-to-pillar projection

Motor Authority

BMW's next-gen user interface will keep some hard controls Dubbed Panoramic iDrive, the NEW system uses a touchscreen, projection, and the steering wheel Panoramic iDrive will debut later in 2025 in the Neue Klasse EVs BMW's upcoming electric car won't just debut the automaker's new design language and platform. It'll also bring forth the.

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2025 Ram 2500 And 3500 Bow With New Turbodiesel Engine And Updated Looks

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Ram has detailed the facelifted 2500 and 3500 pickups, following a preview last year. The trucks have revised styling, updated interiors, and additional safety features. Two engines are available including a new 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel that produces 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups have been unveiled and will arrive at dealerships shortly.

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2025 CES: Honda 0 Series prototypes tease production design

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Honda previewed the first two models from its 0 Series family of EVs with a pair of prototypes at 2025 CES The prototypes will spawn production models in 2026, to be built in Ohio The 0 SUV will arrive first followed by the 0 Saloon Honda's upcoming 0 Series family of electric vehicles edged closer to production on Tuesday with the reveal during.

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No One Is Buying the Mercedes-Benz SL

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Sales were down 56 percent in 2024. Meanwhile, the AMG GT saw sales spike.

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The next BMW M4 may be electric only

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BMW's next 4-Series will reportedly be offered exclusively with electric power, including the M4 variant The electric 4-Series will be based on BMW's Neue Klasse next-generation EV platform The electric M4 is anticipated to offer close to 700 hp in base form The BMW M performance skunkworks is working on a quad-motor electric powertrain that is.

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Toyota Australia calls for delay in first federal auto emissions standard

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Toyota Australia has called on the federal government to reconsider the rollout of its New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which officially commenced last week. From January 1, the local auto industry formally entered a six-month grace period for the NVES, which mandates strict emissions standards for all new vehicles and will apply penalties and credits from July 1.

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Toyota's smart city ready for first residents by fall 2025

Motor Authority

The Toyota Woven City, being built at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan, is almost ready to house its first residents Approximately 360 residents will move in later this year, and when complete, the city will house more than 2,000 residents The smart city serves as a real-world laboratory for the development of new mobility solutions It was five years.

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Customers Pull The Plug On Mercedes EV Sales, EQS Plummets 52%

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Mercedes had a mixed year in the United States, but sales climbed 9% in 2024. Crossovers led the way and G-Class sales exceeded 10,000 units for the first time ever. EV sales plummeted with the EQB, EQE, and EQS lineups all posting significant declines. Sales figures continue to trickle in and the latest come from Mercedes-Benz. They paint an interesting picture that shows a preference for gas-powered performance instead of eco-friendly EVs.

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Sony and Honda's Afeela 1 electric liftback priced at $89,900

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Sony and Honda's jointly developed EV brand Afeela has revealed the Afeela 1 The Afeela 1 is a midsize liftback due to start deliveries in mid-2026 Reservations are open but only for residents of California Sony and Honda surprised audiences at 2023 CES by announcing the jointly established electric vehicle brand Afeela and presenting a prototype.

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Honda's Radical New EVs Will Be Built in Ohio

Motor 1

The 0 Saloon and SUV prototypes preview production models slated to arrive in 2026.

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Porsche’s ICE-Powered Cayenne Coupe Is Getting A Second Facelift

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Porsche’s facelifted Cayenne Coupe has been snapped by spy photographers. The ICE Cayenne was facelifted for 2024 but will now borrow cues from the 992 sports car. This tweaked Coupe should be on sale in 2026, the same time as the first electric Cayenne. We kicked off our Porsche scoop stories for 2025 with a look at the upcoming electric Cayenne , but a new set of spy shots proves Porsche is also giving the combustion version of the SUV some attention.

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Ferrari's EV Has a Fake Exhaust Noise. Here's What It Sounds Like

Motor 1

It has a combustion-like rumble.

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Wagoneer’s 48% Surge Couldn’t Save Jeep From Its Sixth Straight Year Of Decline

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Jeep’s 2024 sales fell 9%, marking its sixth consecutive year of declining performance. Wagoneer sales surged 48% to 43,125 units, making it Jeep’s top performer of 2024. Gladiator sales dropped 24% in 2024, with 42,123 units sold throughout the year. Jeep is an American icon, building some of the most recognizable vehicles in the market.

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The BMW M4 is Reportedly Going Electric-Only

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It likely won't go on sale until 2028 or later.

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Xpeng to bring seven-seat X9 'starship' and G9 to UK in 2026

Autocar

Xpeng X9 is a radically styled Volkswagen ID Buzz rival with a claimed 400-mile-plus range Chinese firm's UK importer will follow 40k G6 crossover with four other fast-charging premium EVs by 2028 The futuristic Xpeng X9 MPV and G9 SUV will join the G6 crossover in UK showrooms from next year, as the Chinese brand works to build a five-strong UK line-up offast-charging premium EVs by 2028.

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BMW's New Infotainment System Throws Everything Onto the Windshield

Motor 1

BMW wants to get information off the dashboard and directly into the driver's line of sight.

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Less is more: Why Toyota thinks LandCruiser 70 Series can thrive without V8

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The polarising new four-cylinder Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series is slowly gaining acceptance among industry and private buyers in Australia and will eventually go on to outsell the V8 it replaces, its maker says. In July last year, Toyota Australia formally called time on the legendary V8 LandCruiser 70 Series workhorse after 17 years on sale due to changing regulations and community expectations.

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Aptera’s Quirky EV Has Aero Perfected By Pininfarina And 400 Miles Of Range

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The small firm has previously said it’s received 50,000 pre-orders for the car. Solar panels across the body can add 40 miles of range per day. Many important specifications about the car remain unconfirmed. Aptera has unveiled the production-intent version of its long-awaited three-wheel EV on the eve of CES in Las Vegas. It’s been four long years since the car was first unveiled as a concept, and more than two years since production was initially penciled in to start.

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Volvo’s EVs help it set new global sales record despite Australian slowdown

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Volvo Cars set a new global sales record in 2024, powered by an increase in sales of electric vehicles (EVs). The Chinese-owned Swedish company sold 763,389 vehicles worldwide in the calendar year, up eight per cent on its 2023 tally which was the previous record. EV sales were up by 54 per cent to 175,194 vehicles, accounting for 23 per cent of the brand’s total tally up from 16 per cent in 2023.

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Honda And Sony’s Afeela 1 EV Starts At $89,900, First Deliveries In 2026

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The electric sedan is targeted squarely against the Tesla Model S and Lucid Air. Shoppers can place a $200 refundable deposit to secure their spot in line. The finished version is tipped to deliver 483 hp and has 300 miles (483 km) of range. Honda and Sony are looking to convince prospective EV buyers that they should opt for a sleek and innovative sedan known simply as ‘1’ The new model has been in the works for several years, and at CES, the Afeela brand has opened its reservation

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2025 Afeela 1: Honda and Sony’s first EV costs more than a Tesla Model S Plaid

CarExpert

Japanese technology giant Sony and automotive stalwart Honda have almost unveiled their first joint production vehicle, an electric liftback named the Afeela 1. We say almost because this latest version of the Afeela 1 is still not yet representative of the final production-ready version, though it’s closer than the Vision-S concept that debuted five years ago.

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Xpeng And VW To Build 20,000 EV Chargers Across China

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The German brand has a 4.99% stake in Xpeng since mid-2023. Two new EVs using a co-developed architecture will launch in 2026. It’s not yet clear when the first of these new stations will be built. Xpeng and Volkswagen are deepening their ties in China with the construction of a large super-fast charging network across the nation. The network will include more than 20,000 chargers across 420 cities and, in the future, could grow to include co-branded charging stations.

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The 2025 Toyota Prius Costs $29,445

Motor 1

The Prius is slightly pricier for 2025, but it comes with a nifty new Nightshade trim.

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This Jaguar E-Type Could Be Your Next Fixer-Upper

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The Jaguar E-Type is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever made, but you’ll need a big bank balance to afford a pristine example. But, if you’d like to own one without needing to beg your bank for a generous loan you may never be able to pay back, or without resorting to selling organs on the black market, the best bet could be to buy a non-runner like this.

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2025 Ram Heavy Duty: This Is It

Motor 1

A minor exterior refresh comes with more tech and power within. Best of all, pricing isn't up all that much.

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Jaguar’s Iconic XJ220 Receives A Modern Makeover With Wild Aero

Carscoops

The classic Jaguar XJ220 served as a base for a new project by designer Khyzyl Saleem. The supercar received a widebody kit with more aggressive aero components. The renderings are part of a free-time project that will likely remain a digital-only affair. Jaguar might have entered an all-new EV-only era with a controversial branding and styling relaunch campaign , but there was a time when its designs were widely accepted as beautiful.

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SHM Afeela 1 unveiled: tech brand Sony’s first car, with a little help from Honda

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Sonys car has finally arrived in production form at CES 2025. Customers will be able to buy one from 2026, but only in the US and Japan.

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BMW’s Panoramic iDrive Brings Pillar-To-Pillar Display To Future Models, Eliminates Knob

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BMW has introduced the new Panoramic iDrive and Operating System X at CES. It combines infotainment with a customizable pillar-to-pillar Panoramic Vision display. Instead of using a knob, Panoramic iDrive relies heavily on the steering wheel. BMW’s Neue Klasse promises to be revolutionary and it’s ushering in a new form of iDrive. It’s being joined by Operating System X and both promise to drastically change how drivers interact with their vehicle.

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Oh No: BMW's New Steering Wheel Is Upside Down

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There must have been a goof at the factory.

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Here's why the Brussels Motor Show is so important this year

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The Brussels Motor Show is shaping up to be bigger than ever before in 2025 with a host of significant car reveals.

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