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Callum Skye EV off-roader interior revealed

Motor Authority

Callum, the eponymous firm of veteran Jaguar designer Ian Callum, has revealed the interior of its planned electric off-roader. The first vehicle to carry the firm's own brand name, the Callum Skye was announced last November with an eye toward eventual production. Callum followed that up with definitive specifications this past spring and has.

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VW Dealer Can’t Fix ID.4 After 7 Months In The Shop, Still Waiting On Tools

Carscoops

A Volkswagen ID.4 owner says the automaker and his local dealer are letting him down. After buying the car, it’s sat in a service repair shop for over seven months. The dealer claims that VW itself hasn’t supplied the tools needed to change the gearbox. From an observer’s perspective, it’s clear that the Volkswagen ID.4 is far from perfect as it’s had several issues since its launch.

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Old snake, new tricks: driving the AC Cobra MkII

Autocar

It looks like the classic but is entirely new. The recreation of the classic roadster is at first glance a faithful facsimile of a 1960s performance benchmark The timing of my first few yards in ACs new Cobra MkII 347 is spectacularly bad. Gingerly making my way from its temporary base above Brooklands Museums historic Finishing Straight, the heavens open with truly biblical fervour.

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Our favourite cars from movies and TV

CarExpert

If you’re like us, you’ll routinely take note of the cars that appear in your favourite movies and TV shows. 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R 2 Fast 2 Furious 1963 Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger SOURCE: IMCDB Some movies and shows are renowned for their cars, and as car lovers it’s hard not to be enamoured with such hero vehicles. Some examples that come to mind include the Fast and Furious and Mad Max franchises, as well as animated movies like Cars.

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Car Geeks Rejoice: Liberty Walk Just Announced An F40 JDM-Inspired Mechanical Keyboard

Carscoops

Liberty Walk and Original Konbini just announced a new keyboard collaboration. It’s inspired by JDM culture and the famous Ferrari F40 owned by Liberty Walk. It goes on sale on December 31 and the brand is only making 500 examples. Mechanical keyboards are more and more popular today and car culture is flourishing too. Now, Liberty Walk and Original Konbini just put them together.

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Is the Tesla Cybertruck the future of off-roading?

CarExpert

The Tesla Cybertruck is already a dramatic-looking vehicle, and this years SEMA aftermarket show showed this electric ute is ripe for customisation. SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association exhibition, is the worlds premier event for automotive customisation and aftermarket innovation. Held over November 5-8, the 2024 edition once again showcased everything from classic muscle cars to the latest in off-road engineering.

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Weekend QOTD Roundup December 14, 2024

Jalopnik

If youre reading Jalopnik, youre likely a car aficionado (and/or nerd), and thus likely to know more about cars than the average bear. If you know cars, then you know that theyre incredibly complex machines with thousands of moving parts. Beyond the mechanics of it all lies the somehow more complex and Read more.

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Air Conditioning Regas: Why It’s Key to Staying Cool on the Road

Car Examer

Heres a simple guide to what a regas is, why it matters, and how to know when its time to get it done. Your cars air conditioning is more than just a summer luxuryits your go-to for staying comfortable in the heat and keeping your windows clear in winter. But, like any part of your car, it needs a little TLC to keep working at its best. Over time, the refrigerant gas that powers your air conditioning can run low, leaving you with warm air instead of that refreshing chill.

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Rivian And Cadillac Hit Rock Bottom In Consumer Reports’ Reliability Rankings

Carscoops

According to CR, Rivian has the worst predicted reliability rating among all brands for 2025. Cadillac is second last, with GMC, Jeep, and Volkswagen rounding off the bottom 5 spots. The top 6 is dominated by Japanese brands including Subaru, Lexus, Toyota, Honda, and Acura. Consumer Reports has released its latest rankings of the most and least reliable car brands, and – no surprises here – Asian automakers continue to dominate.

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Oil Pressure Test: What It Is and Why Your Engine Needs One

Car Examer

If your cars oil pressure warning light has come on, or if youre noticing unusual engine behavior, an oil pressure test can help you figure out whats going on before it turns into a costly problem. Your engine relies on oil to keep all its moving parts running smoothly. But its not just about having oil in the systemmaintaining the right oil pressure is just as important.

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There Are Over 250 Used Cybertrucks For Sale Across The US But Markups Continue

Carscoops

Many of the Cybertrucks up for sale are Foundation Series models. While prices have fallen, there are still plenty of hopeful sellers out there. Earlier this year, the first Tesla Cybertrucks started to hit the used market, and to say that some people were paying insane premiums for them would be an understatement. In fact, one of the first Cybertrucks was sold for a frankly ridiculous $244,000.

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Coolant Pressure Test: Why It’s Worth It to Keep Your Engine Happy

Car Examer

Heres everything you need to know about coolant pressure testwhat they are, how they work, and why they matter. Your cars cooling system does a lot more than you might thinkit keeps your engine from overheating and ensures everything runs smoothly. But when something goes wrong, like a hidden leak or a loss of pressure, your engine could be at risk.

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CarExpert’s top five mid-sized SUVs of 2024

CarExpert

As the year comes to a close, it’s time to look back on the cars that wowed the CarExpert test team in 2024. BYD Atto 3 And what better place to start than the mid-sized SUV market segment? As well as being Australia’s biggest by sales volume, it’s also hotly contested with a plethora of options from manufacturers near and far. We’ve had the chance to drive plenty this year, and these are the five that topped our score charts over the calendar year.

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Cylinder Head Leak-Down Test: What It Is

Car Examer

Lets break it down in simple terms: what this test is, how it works, and why its one of the best tools for diagnosing engine issues. If your cars engine isnt running as smoothly as it shouldmaybe its losing power, misfiring, or just feeling a bit offa cylinder head leak-down test could be exactly whats needed. This test is like a deep dive into your engines health, helping to pinpoint where it might be losing compression and uncovering problems like leaky valves, worn piston rings, or a damaged

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2025 BYD Dolphin review

CarExpert

The BYD Dolphin is an acquired taste. Sporting wild styling inside and out, it’s easy to see why conservative car buyers would baulk at the opportunity to make a Dolphin their own. However, 1885 Australians have taken the plunge this year. That’s less of a surprise when you consider that the Dolphin is one of just six electric vehicles (EVs) to offer change from $50,000.

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Compression Test: Check Your Engine’s Health

Car Examer

Lets break down what a compression test is, why it matters, and what the results can tell you about your engine. If your car isnt running as smoothly as it should, a compression test might be the solution you need. Its a quick and straightforward way to figure out if your engine is in good shapeor if theres a problem hiding under the hood. Whether your car feels sluggish, struggles to start, or youre checking out a used car, a compression test can give you valuable insight into whats going on.

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2024 Abarth 500e Review: An Electric Hot Hatch That’s Big On Fun, Even Bigger On Price

Carscoops

PROS ›› Cute styling, agile handling, fun to drive, standard Bridgestones offer bucketloads of grip CONS ›› Limited range, very pricey, impractical, hard to justify over some of the competition The Abarth 500 series is one of the most recognizable sporty small cars launched in the past two decades. While it may lack the brute power of some larger hot hatches, its diminutive size and nimbleness have earned it a unique place in its class, making it a favorite for driving en

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Car Deal of the Day: a high-class Volkswagen ID.3 at an appealingly low price

Auto Express

The Volkswagen ID.3 stands out as one of the finest family EVs you could hope for.

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Weekend News Roundup December 14, 2024

Jalopnik

Have you ever bought a vehicle that turned out to not quite be as advertised , and wished you could just take it right back to the seller and give them a piece of your mind? Well, one Utah man tried after buying a used Subaru from a Mazda dealer, and did so in spectacular fashion: Driving the Outback straight through Read more.

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92% Of EV Owners Will Never Go Back To ICE-Only, New Study Finds

Carscoops

The study questioned over 23,000 electric vehicle drivers from across 18 different countries. Only 1 percent of respontends said they would be going back to a pure ICE vehicle Most prefer the platform for its low operating costs, but many have issues with charging. Electric vehicle adoption rates fluctuate wildly sometimes. What doesn’t move around so much is loyalty after a person owns an EV.

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Weekend Car Buying Roundup December 14, 2024

Jalopnik

The annual Hagerty Bull Market List is out , and there are still several days before Christmas to run out and grab one of these incredible vehicles for someone you love. Or for yourself. After all, why shouldnt you treat yourself to a Lamborghini Gallardo to end 2024? If the big vintage car insurance company says Read more.

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US EV Sales Jump 5% As Legacy Brands Offset Tesla’s Losses

Carscoops

More than 101,000 EVs were registered in the US in October. Registrations were up 5 percent on the same month in 2023. Tesla’s numbers dropped 1.8 percent, but it remains miles ahead. We’re constantly hearing about an EV downturn and how automakers are changing their electrification strategies because consumers aren’t consuming. And sure, sales of electric cars are down in countries like Germany, but in the US people are still buying EVs, and they’re buying more of them t

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Weekend Beyond Cars Roundup December 14, 2024

Jalopnik

NASAs iconic Space Shuttle is arguably one of the best things America has made thanks to its sleek looks, its use in the launch of the International Space Station and its contribution to our understanding of the cosmos through the countless satellites it launched into orbit. Russias attempt at building a space plane Read more.

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Mary Barra Says GM Is “Goal-Aligned” With Trump Despite Looming Tariff Nightmare

Carscoops

GM CEO Mary Barra has described the automaker and new president Donald Trump as “very goal-aligned.” The General Motors chief said both sides want a strong economy and understand automotive jobs are important. Barra made the comments while acknowledging that Trump’s proposed import tariffs could hit GM’s business hard. GM head Mary Barra raised a few eyebrows this week when she claimed the automaker and President Donald Trump are “goal-aligned” despite Trump&#

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Weekend Car Culture Roundup December 14, 2024

Jalopnik

Oldsmobile is long gone. By the time the brand was phased out in the early 2000s it was a shell of its former self , but Oldsmobile used to make interesting cars like the 442, Trofeo and Aurora. One of the brands last interesting cars, and likely one of the rarest, was a badge job of General Motors full-size wagon Read more.