Motor Authority
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Toyota has revealed the Supra A90 Final Edition to mark the approaching end of the fifth-generation Supra's production The Supra A90 Final Edition features a power increase to 429 hp, along with extensive aerodynamic and chassis upgrades Production will be limited to 300 units, and the U.S. is not on the list of confirmed markets Production of the.
Autocar
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Time’s up for atmo-V8-engined, rear-driven, manual-shift muscle cars, right? Wrong, says seventh-generation 'Stang With large-capacity performance cars dropping like flies in Europe, it comes as a pleasant surprise to tell you that the Ford Mustang is back for another round.And it arrives on these shores not as an item of near-contraband, attainable only via third-party importation.
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Motor Authority
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The U.K.'s Alan Mann Racing today specializes in maintaining classic cars and developing restomods, but it was once a mainstay of the racing scene, as this video explains. Alan Mann Racing, or AMR for short, was founded in 1964 by racing enthusiast Alan Mann, who'd gotten his start running a garage that prepared race cars for competition. Mann.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 1, 2024
It's making fewer prototypes and speeding up development by doing more simulations.
AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Four out of five dealers agree: Data can help forecast trends, generate and capture demand, become more efficient, and generate bigger profits. This eBook dives into key findings from the 2024 Cox Automotive Power of Data Study, identifying three top challenges facing dealers who want to leverage data and insights—and provides strategies to overcome each of them.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 1, 2024
A recent turn in one has me pondering BMW M2 CS values. Going for well above their original MSRP, is the premium worth it over a regular M2? The post Is the BMW M2 CS a six-figure experience? appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Robert McLane ordered lift kits through Formula Nissan but sold them privately on Facebook. The ex-parts director at the dealer will face sentencing on December 12. A former parts and service director at Formula Nissan in Barre, Vermont, has pleaded guilty to mail fraud for ordering lift kits but then selling them privately in a scheme that cost the dealership over $575,000.
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Autocar
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Porsche electric sports cars will focus on braking feel and employ a new battery layout to enhance their handling The new-generation electric Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman will feature motorsport-honed braking and handling to ensure they offer a “real sports car feeling”, according to the firm’s technical chief. The new two-seaters will be built alongside the existing combustion engined versions at Porsche’s Zuffenhausen factory and were due to be launched in 2025.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Toyota is recalling over 1700 examples of its Corolla and Corolla Cross due to a defective component that could cause a loss of steering. “For involved vehicles, the steering system of the subject vehicles consists of a steering intermediate shaft assembly that connects the steering wheel to the steering rack,” the company says in its recall notice. “There is a possibility that the upper universal joint on the steering intermediate shaft assembly was manufactured with cracks at
Motor 1
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Limited-edition cars get special treatment at multiple spots, but ultimately return to the main line for final assembly. Here's how.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The Mitsubishi Triton dual-cab ute recently received an extensive generational overhaul, but it seems the closely related Pajero Sport large off-road SUV won’t be replaced for some time. The Japanese brand’s rival to the likes of the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X has been feeling its age for a while, but this year Mitsubishi gave it only a minor update ahead of an expected replacement in the latter half of this decade.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The orange pony car hasn't been on the road in 45 years, but it's a special color and the body is solid.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The MG 4 is currently Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle (EV) with a base price of $32,990 drive-away , but this offer is ending earlier than expected – and MG says it won’t be coming back. The special nationwide drive-away offer for the Excite 51 will now end on December 31, 2024 instead of January 31, 2025. MG Motor Australia has also announced the Excite 64 will now be priced at $34,990 drive-away until the end of the year, while the ZS EV now has nationwide drive-away pricing
Carscoops
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The Tesla Model 3 Performance is a seriously fast sports sedan. Now, buyers are finding it with deep discounts on the second-hand market. One crossed the auction block at $12k under MSRP and another is up for grabs. Love them or hate them, electric vehicles can deliver mind-bending performance. We’re talking supercar levels of acceleration here, at least for 0-60 mph (96 km/h) and quarter-mile sprints.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Ahead of a regulation change in 2026, Mercedes is going deep into its hybrid system in ways it never has before.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The Australian government has commissioned an independent review of Australian Design Rules (ADRs), following criticism from carmakers they’re too onerous. It has engaged Dr Warren Mundy to conduct the review, which will look at ways to improve the process of having a vehicle approved for sale in Australia. ADRs are national regulations vehicles must comply with in order to be sold here, and cover everything from lighting to seatbelts and crash protection.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Mike Rutherford gives his view on Jaguar's controversial rebrand
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is being offered with complimentary charging, insurance and servicing, but only until the end of the year. Until December 31, Mustang Mach-E buyers can take advantage of the deal, which includes a $500 electric vehicle (EV) charging voucher to use at Evie stations, six months of Ford Insure insurance, and three complimentary services.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Australian approval standards for new vehicles criticised by car brands for being too specific – and making cars harder to launch – will come under a Federal Government review. Australian motor vehicle regulations – known as Australian Design Rules – will come under government scrutiny after calls from car makers to align them with overseas standards and speed the process of getting new models to market.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Frontman of the group controlling Fiat, Jeep and Alfa Romeo has stepped down more than a year earlier than expected
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Technology standard on an $18,000 Kia Picanto is soon to be made available on Porsche’s sharpest sports cars will keep them in Australian showrooms. The near-term future of the Porsche 911 GT3 has been assured in Australia, with the upcoming addition of crash-avoidance technology soon to become mandatory for all new vehicles on sale. Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) – which can slam the brakes to prevent a rear-end collision – will be added to the manual 911 Carrera T early next year, fo
Carscoops
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The IG Metall union had proposed $1.6 billion in cost savings that included forgoing bonuses for 2025 and 2026. VW is seeking 10% wage cuts and has threatened to close German factories for the first time in its history. The next round of negotiations has been scheduled for December 9. VW workers across Germany have decided to go out on warning strikes starting Monday, December 2, as tensions rise between unions and the German car manufacturer that’s planning to close plants, cut wages, and
Auto Express
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Nissan’s Qashqai has been a hit since the first generation launched in 2006, but if it’s not quite your cup of tea, we’ve rounded up the best of the rest in the compact family car vein
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Both MG 4 Excite models now feature a sharp, national drive-away price offer, but now only until the end of the year. The MG 4 hatch offers fully electric functionality with hatchback convenience, and it is now priced cheaper than a Toyota Corolla. Both the MG4 51 Excite and 64 Excite are presented with national drive-away pricing of $32,990 and $34,990 respectively, but only until December 31 2024 (or while stocks last).
Auto Express
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Stylish and spacious, the Skoda Enyaq is one of our favourite electric SUVs.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Stellantis, parent company of Jeep, Peugeot, Alfa Romeo, Fiat and more, is looking for a new CEO after Carlos Tavares suddenly quits. Carlos Tavares, the head of the world’s fourth-largest car maker Stellantis, has suddenly resigned overnight after months of embattlement. Stellantis, the global conglomerate that formed after the merger of French PSA Group and US-based FCA in 2021 , counts many big-name brands in its stable such as Ram , Jeep , Fiat , Alfa Romeo , Maserati , Peugeot , Citroen , a
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
GWM has reintroduced a flagship petrol-only Haval Jolion Ultra , allowing buyers to get a fully loaded SUV without having to spend extra for hybrid technology. The new GWM Haval Jolion Hybrid launched earlier this year with a different shape compared to the petrol-only Premium and Lux, which received only a minor facelift. During this changeover, the non-hybrid Ultra version of the ‘old shape’ Haval Jolion was dropped from the lineup.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
With flexible payment options and Guaranteed Future Value, Hyundai Finance avoids nasty surprises down the road. Sponsored by Hyundai Finance Rather than treating finance as an afterthought when signing the paperwork on your new car, Hyundai Finance helps you drive away from the dealership with much more than a great deal. The vast majority of Australian new car sales are arranged through some form of finance, but it’s often a one-off interaction with little thought for what comes next.
AutoSuccessOnline
DECEMBER 1, 2024
In today’s competitive used car market, dealerships can’t afford to rely on guesswork during vehicle appraisals. Missing a mechanical issue or overlooking a key feature from a window sticker can lead to profit losses. With margins tightening, precision becomes essential. When dealerships invest in accurate, data-driven appraisals, they create a clear path to predictable profit and avoid costly mistakes.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The 21-year-old from the Gold Coast, Queensland, is expected to race at the 2024 F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi this weekend after Alpine driver Ocon reportedly quit. Australian Jack Doohan looks set to make his Formula One debut at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on 6-8 December to make it two Australians on the grid for the first time since Daniel Ricciardo’s dumping.
Autoleadstar
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The concept of ‘Ups’ is an old one in automotive, literally referring to when one would get up out of their chair to greet a customer who walked into the showroom. Over the last few decades, the concept has stretched beyond Showroom ‘Ups’ to include other kinds of ‘Ups,’ like Phone ‘Ups’ and Internet ‘Ups,’ embracing the changing times that have brought with them additional ways a customer might reach out and engage the dealership.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Australia is in line to get the first fully-electric Range Rover, with an arrival date following the car’s international launch in 2025. The first fully-electric Range Rover is confirmed for the Australian market, and will arrive following its official launch next year Drive can reveal. New images have been shown of the Range Rover Electric, Jaguar Land Rover’s second production EV, undergoing final testing in the UAE following Arctic Circle testing earlier this year.
Autoleadstar
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Imagine a world where you could wake up in the morning and say, “Hey Siri (or insert the name of the smart assistant of your choice), find me five people who will buy an F-150 Lightning today.” Just like that, five potential customers appear on your screen and all you have to do is follow up with a phone call. This is, in fact, a totally possible thing to do in today’s world of data connectivity.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Hot on the heels of Toyota launching the new-generation Prado, Australian aftermarket firm TJM 4X4 have some barwork at the ready for enthusiasts. Australian aftermarket four-wheel drive company TJM 4X4 have released a range of frontal protection for the new 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado , with three bullbars available. This release comes only three weeks after the launch of the Prado in Australia, and subsequent unveiling of a modified 250-Series LandCruiser by ARB at SEMA in the United States.
F&I and Showroom
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Four out of five dealers agree: Data can help forecast trends, generate and capture demand, become more efficient, and generate bigger profits. This eBook dives into key findings from the 2024 Cox Automotive Power of Data Study, identifying three top challenges facing dealers who want to leverage data and insights—and provides strategies to overcome each of them.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The four-door variant of the two-door version of BMW’s 3 Series sedan has been discontinued in petrol form, but the electric i4 will remain on sale as its popularity grows. The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe petrol-powered liftback has been culled from the Australian range, as it is outsold more than seven to one by its electric i4 sibling. The 4 Series Gran Coupe is the four-door liftback version of the 4 Series coupe – itself the two-door version of BMW’s long-running 3 Series sedan – and
CarExpert
DECEMBER 1, 2024
The facelifted 2025 LDV D90 will go without the option of turbo-diesel power for now, as the brand moves to a petrol-only lineup for its sole SUV. The arrival of LDV’s updated D90 – which brings fresh looks, an expanded safety suite and more standard equipment – has come at the expense of the large off-road SUV’s twin-turbo diesel engine, which is absent from the 2025 model range.
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