Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Kia unveiled the EV9 GT at the 2024 Los Angeles auto show The high-performance electric SUV is the second GT model from Kia Performance figures for the EV9 GT include 501 hp and 0-60 mph acceleration in 4.3 seconds Pricing will be announced closer to the market launch in the second half of 2025 Kia's popular EV9 electric three-row SUV has gained a.
AutoSuccessOnline
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
In today’s evolving auto market, one thing remains crucial: focusing on volume and exceptional customer service will naturally drive gross. In today’s market of compressed margins, dealerships are too fixated on protecting gross. This approach is costing deals — and, ultimately, gross profit. The reality is that our teams aren’t delivering the customer experience required to earn that gross, and they’re not leveraging the tools available to them.
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Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Volkswagen has a redesigned Tiguan headed to U.S. showrooms next year The new compact crossover skips the third row of the outgoing model The sole powertrain at launch will be a 2.0-liter turbo-4 rated at 201 hp Volkswagen late on Wednesday revealed its new Tiguan compact crossover for the U.S. market. It makes its formal debut this week at the.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Isuzu has launched mild-hybrid versions of the D-Max pickup and MU-X SUV in Thailand. The electrified 2.2-liter turbodiesel engine generates 161 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The mill is mated to a new 8-speed automatic, improving performance and fuel efficiency. Isuzu might be working on a fully electric version of the D-Max , but before that arrives in 2025, the midsize pickup gained another electrified powertrain option.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The U.K.'s Alan Mann Racing has signed on to become the high-performance division of Boreham Motorworks, a fellow British company working on modern iterations of Ford's iconic RS200 and Mk1 Escort rally-bred machines. Both companies are part of the DRVN Automotive Group, which also operates a Koenigsegg dealership in London, as well as companies.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Kia has introduced the US-spec facelifted Sportage in Los Angeles. The compact SUV benefits from a redesigned face and more tech inside the cabin. The HEV and PHEV powertrain options are slightly more powerful than before. Compact-crossover SUVs are more popular than ever, and Kia’s Sportage has long been a contender in this fiercely competitive segment.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The Kia EV6 has received a mid-cycle refresh that includes significant changes, inside and out Among the updates is a bigger battery and a lot more power for the EV6 GT variant Pricing information will be announced closer to the market launch in the first half of 2025 An updated EV6 made its debut in Kia's home market of Korea in May, and the.
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Cox Automotive inc
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
ATLANTA, Nov. 21, 2024 – Cox Automotive announced today that Dale Pollak, executive vice president and the founder of vAuto, will leave the company at the end of 2025. Throughout next year, Pollak will focus on transitioning key customer relationships and his industry-leading thought leadership, as well as continue his National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) … Continued The post Cox Automotive Announces the Departure of Dale Pollak, Founder of vAuto, at the End of 2025 appeared firs
Auto Alert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Take Back Your Dealership’s Customers with GeoAlert Your Customers Are Shopping on Competitors’ Lots—Act Now! You have active in-market customers browsing your competitors’ lots right now, and you’re not taking action. Why? Because you don’t know who they are— but you could! These aren’t just any customers; these are your customers—the ones who purchased from you before.
AutoSuccessOnline
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
In 2024, dealerships face a challenging landscape, with revenue and new car sales on the decline. As profit margins tighten, managing profitability has become more crucial than ever. However, amid these challenges, used vehicle sales present a bright spot. While the broader market may struggle, used car sales have remained steady, providing a significant opportunity for dealerships to focus on areas within their control to drive more predictable profit.
Machines with Souls
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
In 2021, 7,485 pedestrians were killed by cars in the United States. This is the story of how my wife almost became another statistic. The post The story of how my wife almost became another statistic appeared first on Machines With Souls.
AutoSuccessOnline
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Simple Recon offers vehicle inspection forms that provide dealerships with a clear view of vehicle conditions and service needs, streamlining operations and improving customer satisfaction, according to a company press release. Dealers often face challenges in keeping managers, technicians, vendors and customers informed. Simple Recon’s vehicle inspection forms address this issue: Service Quotes: Technicians can detail recommended services and provide cost estimates directly on the form, e
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
A recent teaser image doesn't show any taillights, either.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The thunderous roadster emerged in 1962 as a V8 development of 1953’s Ace It all started in 1953, when British racer John Tojeiro demonstrated his latest competition special to UK car maker AC, which really needed a new sports car to restore its mojo. Renamed the AC Ace and displayed at the London motor show, it was received well enough that it was adapted for production, being given a new look and an AC straight six.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Four hundred workers will be reassigned to the Dearborn Engine Plant and Monroe Parts Depot. The Michigan plant that builds the Bronco will maintain its three-crew production schedule. Ford Bronco sales dropped 15.9% through the first three quarters of 2024 compared to 2023. Ford’s Bronco isn’t galloping quite as freely as it once was. After a dip in sales, Ford is tapping the brakes on production, but is opting for a softer landing than some rivals.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Chery is already adding value to its new budget SUV, with a South Australian dealer offering free fuel with the purchase of every Tiggo 4 Pro Urban. The base Tiggo 4 Pro Urban wears a nationwide drive-away price of $23,990, making it the second-cheapest SUV in the country behind the Suzuki Ignis. However, a dealer based in South Australia has sweetened the deal by offering a complimentary $500 fuel voucher to Urban buyers.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
GM and Hyundai are joining forces to develop pickup trucks for the Latin American market, according to Korean media. The pair might sell badge-engineered versions of their vehicles and exchange stock holdings, Pulse reports. In September, GM boss Mary Barra and Hyundai Group chief Euisun Chung announced a joint initiative. A pickup truck could be the first fruit from a team-up between General Motors and Hyundai, but don’t count on seeing it on American roads any time soon.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
A wild report alleges the Hyundai-GM partnership could involve badge-engineered pickups.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The NHTSA recently launched a probe into 781,000 Jeeps at risk of catching fire. Fires are believed to originate at an electrical connector in the power steering pump. While some electric vehicles seem to have a propensity to spontaneously combust when not in use, a lawsuit filed in the US alleges that 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler models can also catch fire unexpectedly.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Kia says this three-row EV crossover will hit 60 in 4.3 seconds and use fake gear shifts. Good for getting your kids to school on time.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Ford has sued a tuning firm for turning modern Broncos into retro 1960s-inspired models. The automaker accuses Vintage Modern of unfairly profiting from its iconic Bronco design. The Blue oval claims trademark infringement and is seeking a jury trial to settle the dispute. Ford has decided to take a tuning firm to court, accusing Vintage Modern for allegedly infringing on its trademarks by transforming modern Broncos into throwbacks that channel the vibe of their old-school ancestors.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The new design already debuted for South Korea. Here's the version we'll get in the States.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Local engineering firm Walkinshaw handles the conversion from LHD to RHD. An equivalent model in the US costs almost half as much. Toyota is backing the re-engineered truck with a five-year warranty. Australia’s love affair with big pickup trucks has continued with the local launch of the Toyota Tundra. It joins a growing list of trucks to launch Down Under in recent years, including the Ram 1500, Ford F-150, and Chevrolet Silverado.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
It's also the first Hyundai with aluminum fenders.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The facelifted Kia EV6 GT will be upgraded with the electric motors and battery from its hot Hyundai Ioniq 5 N cousin, with the rapid electric vehicle (EV) due in Australia next year. At the Los Angeles motor show overnight, Kia confirmed previous speculation by announcing it would boost the EV6 GT’s outputs to mirror that of the Ioniq 5 N. Unfortunately Kia didn’t show any photos of the EV6 GT, and only the facelifted GT-Line (pictured throughout) – which has already been revealed for Australia
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The C3 Aircross has only two standard airbags in Brazil.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Volkswagen has confirmed a fettled Walkinshaw version of its second-generation Amarok ute is in the works. Volkswagen Group Australia’s director of commercial vehicles, Ryan Davies, said details of the new Amarok Walkinshaw will be announced in early 2025. He has confirmed however it’ll be a GT-focused offering and not an off-road-focused variant. “We’ve been working with the Walkinshaw team for about a year now.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The punchy three-row electric SUV can hit 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. Drivers can use the steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to change gears. A system to replicate the sounds of traditional gear shifts has also been added. The long-awaited Kia EV9 GT has finally broken cover at the Los Angeles Auto Show , stepping into the limelight as the brand’s most powerful three-row SUV to date.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Isuzu has revealed a new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine for the D-Max and MU-X , but it doesn’t spell the end of the venerable 3.0-litre. The engine goes on sale in Thailand on November 28, 2024 in both the D-Max and facelifted MU-X , but has yet to be confirmed for Australia. Likewise, the facelifted MU-X has yet to be locked in for Australia.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Kia brings the facelifted EV6 stateside, three years after the debut of the original. The electric crossover looks sharper and features more tech inside the cabin. The EV6 GT gains a power boost, with the entire range featuring larger batteries. The Kia EV6 has already proven to be a practical and fun electric crossover, and for the 2025 model year, it promises to get even better.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Zeekr is launching here as an electric-only brand, but it has confirmed hybrids are in its future despite strong electric vehicle (EV) demand in China. While the Geely-owned brand was founded in 2021 as an electric-only brand, it recently took a controlling stake in fellow Geely brand Lynk & Co which specialises in hybrids. To complicate matters, Lynk & Co – which had previously offered only petrol and hybrid models – recently revealed its first two EVs in the Z10 and Z20.
F&I and Showroom
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Remedy still being developed to address ABS problem that causes several issues.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Lotus has announced plans for a Hyper Hybrid EV powertrain that integrates a gasoline engine. Unlike traditional range-extenders, it has the ability to run solely on gas when needed. The Hyper Hybrid system offers an impressive combined driving range exceeding 690 miles. Lotus has used their third quarter earnings call to confirm they’re altering their Vision 80 electrification strategy to include 900V Hyper Hybrid EV Technology.
Torque Report
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The 2024 Acura ZDX is a bold new chapter for Acura, marking its entry into the all-electric vehicle market. The ZDX leverages General Motors’ Ultium platform to deliver an SUV that is not only luxurious but also eco-conscious. Acura aims to capture attention with this cutting-edge EV by combining its performance heritage with advanced electric technology.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
The finalists for the 2025 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards have been announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show. American brands have largely been shut out as the only contenders are the Chevrolet Equinox EV, Ford Ranger, and Ram 1500. While the awards have been EV-focused as of late, most electric vehicles didn’t advance to the final round of voting this year.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Hyundai doesn’t yet offer a traditional ute, but it could roll one out in Latin America based on a General Motors vehicle. Korean outlet Pulse reports Hyundai and GM plan to jointly develop pickup trucks for Latin America, following their joint announcement in September wherein the companies signed an agreement to explore future partnership opportunities.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
Solid-state battery tech could double the range of Honda’s EVs by the late 2020s, its R&D chief claims. Keiji Otsu said it wants to reduce the size of batteries by 50 percent and reduce cost by 25 percent. Honda has invested $277 million on a solid-state line at Tochigi, Japan, and is open to selling power packs to other automakers. The electric range of Honda ’s EVs could double in the next few years with the introduction of solid-state batteries, the automaker’s R&D c
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