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Stellantis: We aren't selling Maserati

Motor Authority

Prompted by recent reports that Maserati might be up for sale, Stellantis on Tuesday issued a statement denying any plans to offload the luxury Italian brand. "Stellantis restates unwavering commitment to Maserati's bright future as the unique luxury brand of the 14 Stellantis brands," the automaker said in its statement, Reuters reported. Most of.

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Slovakia June 2024: Citroen C3, VW T-Cross euphoric in market up 4.5%

Best Selling Cars Blog

Citroen C3 sales are up 560% in June. New car sales in Slovakia edge up 4.5% year-on-year in June to 8,746 units, leading to a H1 2024 tally up 3.7% to 47,142. Market leader Skoda (-16.8%) struggles to a meagre 16.8% share vs. 20.3% so far this year, but Volkswagen (+43.6%) surges ahead to 9.6% share at #2. Kia (-5.9%), Hyundai (-32.2%) and Toyota (-28.5%) disappoint below.

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2026 Kia EV4 electric hatch spied for first time

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The Kia EV4 appears to mimic the concept from 2023 The Kia EV4 will be a fastback hatchback Kia is expected to unveil the EV4 this year The production version of Kia's EV4 concept from a year ago has been spotted testing for the first time, and its proportions are almost identical to the striking concept whose name it should share. The EV4 will be.

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Florida VinFast Store Opens

AutoDealer Today

Holman dealership one of a growing number selling the Vietnamese EV maker’s line after VinFast switched from exclusively direct-to-consumer sales.

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Lotus electric sports car might wait for next-gen batteries

Motor Authority

Lotus is working on an electric sports car for launch in 2027, but the automaker may push the launch back until EV technology, and in particular batteries, advance enough to ensure the car can deliver the lightweight ethos of gas-powered Lotus sports cars like the original Elise. In an interview with Autocar published on Tuesday, Lotus design boss.

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Le Mans 1969, take two: Ford mulls hybrid hypercar to rival Ferrari

Autocar

Ford's campaign to dominate global motorsport could bring a GT40 successor for endurance racing Ford is considering fielding a hybrid hypercar in the top class of world endurance racing, which could see it go toe to toe with Ferrari for all-out victory at Le Mans for the first time since 1969. Since the original GT40 bowed out, Ford has not been represented in the upper echelons of sports car racing (except for the ill-fated C100 of the early 1980s), but now as the firm dramatically enhances its

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2024 Ford Mustang GT Performance Upgrade adds torque and speed for $995

Motor Authority

Ford is offering owners of the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT a little performance boost by way of an over-the-air update. Using the FordPass app and paying a one-time cost of $995, a Performance Upgrade can be installed that drops the 0-60 mph time a few fractions of a second to just 3.3 seconds, or quicker than what a Tesla Model Y Performance or.

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2025 Ford Maverick Tremor debuts in updated pickup lineup

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The Ford Maverick compact pickup gains an update for the 2025 model year, its first since its 2022 arrival. The biggest change is the availability of all-wheel drive in combination with the Maverick's hybrid powertrain, but for fans of off-roading the Tremor package also morphs into a standalone model. The previous XL, XLT, and Lariat models also.

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Dealer Data Doldrums Revealed

AutoDealer Today

Cox Automotive survey finds that most access customer statistics, but many struggle to feel good about the results.

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Audi A6 E-Tron Sportback arrives to take over gas-powered A6

Motor Authority

The A6 E-Tron and S6 E-Tron replace the gas-powered A6 in Audi's lineup The A6 and S6 E-Trons arrive in the U.S. next spring or summer Audi hasn't said how much the A6 E-Tron and S6 E-Tron will cost Audi on Wednesday took the covers off the new A6 E-Tron and its S6 E-Tron performance variant. Available as a Sportback hatch or Avant wagon.

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Radical electric Audi A6 brings 466-mile range and hot 543bhp S6

Autocar

A6 Performance puts out 362bhp while S6 gets 543bhp Striking estate and saloon gets Q6 e-tron tech, 800V architecture plus saloon and estate bodies The Audi A6 has gone electric for its sixth generation, taking the fight to the BMW i5 and Mercedes EQE with up to 543bhp and more than 466 miles of range. Unlike its primary rivals, which run adjacent to the combustion-engined E-Class and 5 Series , Audi has opted to transition one of its most important models to solely electric power.

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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Upgrade adds torque and speed for $995

Motor Authority

Ford is offering owners of the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT a little performance boost by way of an over-the-air update. Using the FordPass app and paying a one-time cost of $995, a Performance Upgrade can be installed that drops the 0-60 mph time a few fractions of a second to just 3.3 seconds, or quicker than what a Tesla Model Y Performance or.

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Stellantis CEO Tavares calls out problems in the U.S. market, including at Ram

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Marketing/Advertising , Plants/Manufacturing , RAM , Truck Continue reading Stellantis CEO Tavares calls out problems in the U.S. market, including at Ram Stellantis CEO Tavares calls out problems in the U.S. market, including at Ram originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Kia EV6 GT spied with updates

Motor Authority

Kia is close to unveiling an updated EV6 and a prototype for the updated version of its high-performance EV6 GT variant has been spotted. Kia has already released some photos of the updated EV6, and they show a dramatic change in styling is planned for the front end. The changes, which will include new headlights and a revised fascia, will also.

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Stellantis offers buyouts to U.S. white-collar workers

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Hirings/Firings/Layoffs , Jeep , RAM Continue reading Stellantis offers buyouts to U.S. white-collar workers Stellantis offers buyouts to U.S. white-collar workers originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BMW M5 Touring: 717bhp super-estate to be unveiled on 15 August

Autocar

M5 Touring is expected to offer around 80 litres more boot space than the saloon Load-hauling version of the hot exec will be the first in 14 years and only the third ever The BMW M5 Touring will be revealed on 15 August, the brand has confirmed. The new super-estate will be unveiled as part of the company’s involvement in Monterey Car Week in California and will make its debut at the Lodge at Pebble Beach.

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United Auto Workers union endorses Harris for president

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Filed under: Government/Legal , UAW/Unions Continue reading United Auto Workers union endorses Harris for president United Auto Workers union endorses Harris for president originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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MG HS review

Autocar

The MG HS enters its second generation with a redesign, interior revamp and more technology In its century-long history, MG has launched several cars that changed the face of the company.Cast your mind back to the MGB, deemed by many to be the first ‘modern’ MG, and to the MGF, which revitalised the brand’s sporting image.The MG HS SUV hasn’t quite institutionalised itself in quite the same way, but now the Chinese-owned is pinning its hopes on the model’s continued success here in the UK.It has

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2025 Ford Maverick adds AWD and towing capacity to hybrid

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Filed under: Green , Ford , Truck , Hybrid Continue reading 2025 Ford Maverick adds AWD and towing capacity to hybrid 2025 Ford Maverick adds AWD and towing capacity to hybrid originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Audi A6 e-tron: Electric hatch, wagon with over 700km of range coming to Australia

CarExpert

Look out, BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE – Audi is coming for you. The Audi A6 e-tron has been revealed as a more practical and likely more affordable alternative to the brand’s e-tron GT flagship, and will be offered in both Sportback (liftback) and Avant (wagon) body styles. Audi has also revealed sportier S6 versions of these. The new electric liftback and wagon have been locked in for an Australian launch, which is expected during the first half of 2025.

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2026 Kia EV4 Spied As An Affordable, Electric Sedan

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Spy photographers have caught the 2026 Kia EV4 undergoing testing in Europe. The model closely resembles the EV4 concept that was introduced at last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. The sedan could echo the EV3 and offer two battery packs as well as a 201 hp electric motor. Kia introduced the EV4 concept at last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show and now we’re getting a look at the upcoming production model.

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2025 Audi A6 and S6 Sportback E-Trons revealed with aero, tech top of mind

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Filed under: Green , Audi , Technology , Hatchback , Electric , Luxury , Performance , Sedan Continue reading 2025 Audi A6 and S6 Sportback E-Trons revealed with aero, tech top of mind 2025 Audi A6 and S6 Sportback E-Trons revealed with aero, tech top of mind originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Kia EV3: Australian timing for entry EV confirmed

CarExpert

Kia Australia will be introducing its most affordable electric vehicle (EV) yet during the early stages of 2025. The 2025 Kia EV3 will arrive in local showrooms during the first quarter of next year, the company’s local arm has confirmed with CarExpert , becoming the fourth EV-badged dedicated electric Kia after the EV6 , EV9 and incoming EV5.

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MGB Restomod With 375 HP Coming To Monterey Car Week

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Dubbed the V8 LE60, this MGB-based sports car weighs just 2,473 pounds (1,121 kg) and makes 375 hp. Frontline Cars also worked on the chassis to ensure it can handle the power. Classic cars can stir the soul. The way they sound and feel from inside the cabin is unique. Of course, they often lack the precision, luxury, and performance modern automotive enthusiasts have come to love.

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MG 4 loses nationwide drive-away pricing, but receives price cut

CarExpert

The MG 4 will no longer be offered with nationwide drive-away pricing in Australia, but the popular electric hatchback’s list price is now between $2000 and $4000 less expensive than before. From August 1, the MG 4 has lost its Australia-wide drive-away pricing, which started from $39,990 for the entry-level Excite 51 variant and topped out at $59,990 for the XPower.

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Electric Audi A6 kick starts "renaissance" of aero-optimised design

Autocar

The A6's drag coefficient is on a par with that of the Hyundai Ioniq 6 The A6 e-tron is Audi's most aerodynamically efficient car ever, with a 0.21Cd The new A6 E-tron is not just Audi’s most aerodynamically efficient car yet but also one of the sleekest cars on the market – and that is crucial to its headline range figure of 466 miles. The Sportback’s drag coefficient of 0.21 puts it on a par with the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and just below the Tesla Model S and Mercedes EQS , and it is a bellwether for

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South Pasadena Cops Are Now Only Rolling Around In Teslas

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Local authorities will use the Model Y as a pursuit vehicle and the Model 3 as an administrative vehicle. The newly-delivered EVs will be charged at a new bank of chargers at South Pasadena City Hall. Each Tesla is tipped to save $4,000 per annum on energy costs alone. The South Pasadena Police Department says it has become the first to adopt an all-electric police fleet in the U.S., replacing its older vehicles with Tesla Model Ys and Model 3s.

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British start-up Arcade Cars launches £100k G-Class restomod

Autocar

Arcade sources its G-Classes from old Swiss Army stock Ex-Swiss Army 230 GEs are upgraded with 2.8-litre or electric powertrains and modernised interiors British start-up Arcade Cars has revealed a restomod of the Mercedes-Benz 230 GE, promising it strikes a balance between the charm of a classic G-Class and the usability of its modern counterpart. Dubbed the Sojourn, it's based on the original (W460) long-wheelbase G-Class with six or eight seats and a range of petrol and electric powertrains.

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Ford Ranger gets the Walkinshaw off-road treatment with new special edition

CarExpert

If the regular Ford Ranger isn’t tough enough for you, Walkinshaw Performance has turned the dial to 11 – just don’t expect any extra power. The Australian-based aftermarket company – once famous for making some of the most hotted-up Holdens as HSV – has announced it’s offering a limited-edition off-road focused version of the best-selling Ford Ranger ute.

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Vs BMW M4 Competition Isn’t Much Of A Competition

Carscoops

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and BMW M4 Competition go head to head in a drag race. The results aren’t as close as one might expect given the advantages of each platform. Imagine telling someone ten years ago that a Hyundai would be not just as quick as a BMW M4 but that it would be even quicker. Now, put on top of that the Hyundai in question would be an electric vehicle.

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Tesla in Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist was using 'Full Self-Driving'

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Tesla , Safety Continue reading Tesla in Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist was using 'Full Self-Driving' Tesla in Seattle-area crash that killed motorcyclist was using 'Full Self-Driving' originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Owners Can Unlock Extra Power For $995

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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT owners can unlock an extra 100 lb-ft of torque for $995. The extra oomph allows the crossover to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds. It appears the upgrade is a one-time thing, unlike the monthly, annually, and lifetime options offered by Mercedes. If you have a need for speed, you’d probably bypass the Ford Mustang Mach-E and get the real thing.

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More than 50 million deadly airbag inflators could be recalled in latest safety scandal

CarExpert

US road safety regulators are reportedly preparing to force the recall of more than 51 million airbag inflators, following at least two deaths allegedly caused by faulty units. Bloomberg reports the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is one step closer to issuing a mandated recall of more than 51 million airbags produced by suppliers ARC Automotive and Delphi Automotive Systems.

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MG introduces Australia’s longest new-car warranty: 10 years or 250,000km

Drive.com

New cars sold by MG in Australia are now covered by 10 years or 250,000km of factory warranty coverage – the longest of any brand. MG has introduced the longest factory warranty ever offered by a new-car maker in Australia – 10 years or 250,000km, whichever comes first – five years after rolling out seven years of coverage across its line-up. And unlike Mitsubishi – which in October 2020 became the first brand to market a 10-year warranty, but with only a 200,000km distance limit – there is no m

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Pagani Utopia Roadster keeps the stick and the V12, loses its top

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Filed under: Pagani , Convertible , Luxury , Performance , Supercars Continue reading Pagani Utopia Roadster keeps the stick and the V12, loses its top Pagani Utopia Roadster keeps the stick and the V12, loses its top originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 Jul 2024 11:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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MG topples Mitsubishi to offer Australia’s strongest new car warranty

CarExpert

MG Motor Australia is launching a market-leading new car warranty across its entire range. From today, August 1, it’s moving to a 10-year, 250,000km warranty, replacing the seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty coverage it currently offers on its vehicles. This applies not only to the brand’s combustion-powered vehicles, but also its electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).

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Exceptional Service Starts in Your BDC

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The automotive industry is highly competitive, and a key differentiator for exceptional service starts at the first point of contact: the call! Service BDC representatives play a critical role in shaping your guests’ experiences and creating the first impression of your store. So why do we tend to stick just anyone in this important seat and headset without preparing them for all the challenges and questions that arise?