Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Skoda Kamiq smashes its Finnish ranking record. It’s a miserable 12th consecutive month of year-on-year drop for the Finnish new car market in November at -5% to 6,264 units. The year-to-date volume is now down a ghastly -17.4% to 66,365. Toyota (-21.4%) and Skoda (-23.6%) camp on their October ranking despite falling faster than the market.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Mazda expects its U.S. sales to hit a record 410,000-420,000 units in 2024. The automaker has sold 384,181 vehicles year-to-date by the end of November. The CEO highlighted the ongoing development of ICE, hybrid, and EV powertrains. Mazda is riding high in the U.S. market in 2024, on track to smash its all-time sales record with expectations to hit over 400,000 units.
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Motor Authority
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Recaro Automotive is a major supplier of car seats, particularly for performance applications. However, the German company ran into hard times earlier this year, including filing for bankruptcy protection in July. Fast forward to today, and a new investor has stepped in and plans to take control of the company. As first reported by Piston Heads on.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The standard leasing option includes a $7,500 downpayment, although this figure can be reduced or scratched completely. Buying out the regular Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive will cost $54,930 at the end of the lease, and the Cyberbeast $67,510. It’s been less than a month since Tesla made the Cybertruck available to lease, and it’s already cutting prices.
Autocar
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Electrogenic kit cuts the MX-5's 0-60mph time down to around 6.0sec Powertrain from British firm Electrogenic packs 160bhp and more than 150 miles of range into NA roadster Electrogenic, the British firm behind electric conversions for classics such as the Delorean DMC-12 and Mini , has launched a new kit for the original Mazda MX-5. Designed to be completely reversible, it swaps the NA-generation roadster's four-cylinder petrol powerplant for a single electric motor.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Lexus' next-generation EVs will reportedly start arriving in 2027 The EVs were previewed with concepts at the 2023 Tokyo auto show Toyota has reportedly also delayed an electric three-row SUV planned to be built in Kentucky Next-generation Lexus electric vehicles, promising range estimates much higher than today’s offerings, will arrive.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Ford will soon require owners of its new and near-new vehicles to start paying a subscription fee to access certain features. From January 2, 2025, the connected built-in navigation service included in a majority of models sold by the brand since mid-2020 will switch to a subscription model. Ford will still include a one-year trial of the connected built-in navigation service – which provides the ability to access live traffic, updated map and weather data – from the warranty start date on model
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Autocar
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Entry-level Avenger is £1801 less than the rival Mini Aceman Stellantis brand's lone electric model gets big discounts to close the gap to the petrol version Jeep has slashed prices for the Avenger Electric , meaning the small SUV now undercuts rivals such as the Mini Aceman , Smart #1 and Volvo EX30 by a significant margin. The entry-level Longitude model now starts at £29,999, which is £5000 cheaper than previously.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Road testing in the redesigned M5 shows a broader range of performance and comfort Plug-in hybrid sedan has a 0-60 mph time of 3.4 seconds It costs $120,675, while the Touring wagon variant adds $2,000 Two Rolls-Royce Spectres flanked a $600,000 Cullinan Black Badge Series II, glinting like royalty in the South Carolina sun. Beside it, the cutesy.
CarExpert
DECEMBER 4, 2024
It’s not often an auto brand will implement changes in response to customer and media feedback to a new model shortly after it’s launched. Indeed, upgrades are usually reserved for mid-life facelifts or model year updates atthe earliest – and even then, they’re not usually offered to customers who have already taken delivery. That’s why we were so surprised to hear that GWM Australia is making a number of changes to the Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha following their release in
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Styling elements from the Hyundai Kona and Santa Cruz could suit a new pickup quite nicely. Kia will offer the Tasman with a 2.5-liter gasoline engine and a 2.2-liter turbodiesel. The Kia Tasman has caused quite a stir since it was unveiled to the world recently, sporting an unusual design that makes it stand out from many pickups out there. Only time will tell if Kia’s move into the world of trucks was a good idea, but the Tasman has inspired one designer to imagine what a Hyundai variant
CarExpert
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Carlos Tavares unexpectedly resigned early from his role as CEO of Stellantis this week due to having “different views” from the company’s board, and now a new report has shed light on what those views were. The Financial Times reports the “unanimous” move by the Stellantis board was in part due to differences over the automotive giant’s electrification strategy, according to people it says are familiar with the deliberations.
Drive.com
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Mazda BT-50 has followed its Isuzu D-Max twin with a new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine added in Thailand – replacing the 1.9-litre – ahead of a possible Australian launch. The 2025 Mazda BT-50 ute has followed its Isuzu twin with the addition of a new turbo-diesel engine overseas. Mazda Thailand has announced the facelifted BT-50 – launched there this week – will offer the new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder announced for its Isuzu D-Max twin under the skin two weeks ago.
Automotive Addicts
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The automotive industry is no stranger to evolution, but the latest move from Nissan and its luxury arm, Infiniti, signals a significant shift to stay afloat in an increasingly challenging market. Struggling with declining sales, bloated inventories, and razor-thin profitability, both brands are now exploring co-location strategies, allowing dealerships to house Nissan and Infiniti under one roof.
AutoSuccessOnline
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Anyone who’s ever sold cars for a living has had this experience: a customer walks into your showroom, they express great interest in a particular vehicle, then the deal falls apart practically before it even begins. Why? You realize the potential buyer has no credit history, so you conclude that they have no chance of being able to finance the car.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
If you change your mind, the conversion is entirely reversible.
AutoSuccessOnline
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The automotive industry faces unique challenges in the digital age, where the car-buying process has significantly evolved. Consumers increasingly begin their journey online, with a shift toward digital platforms that influence purchasing decisions before they even set foot in a dealership. Over-the-TOP (OTT) Hyper-Targeted marketing offers a compelling solution, enabling dealerships to engage potential buyers effectively by leveraging streaming media.
Motor Trader
DECEMBER 4, 2024
By Guy Bird Almost one year into the ZEV Mandate a new deal is being sought by the industry and after the announcement of the closure of the Vauxhall Luton plant in 2025 and further dire warnings from the motor industry the UK Government might even be listening Industry and dealer disquiet at the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate was voiced as soon as the scope of the UK legislation was presented.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Infiniti’s massive sales drop has left dealers in a lurch as some are no longer profitable. To avoid a possible exodus, some retailers are being allowed to shack up with Nissan dealerships. Despite the tie-up, co-branded dealers still need to deliver an Infiniti-worthy experience. Infiniti has been in a tailspin caused by a combination of neglect, missteps, and broken promises.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Hyundai-owned luxury brand will compete at the highest level of endurance racing in the ‘Hypercar’ category
Autocar
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Awards, to be held on 30 April, celebrate the achievements of the most influential women in the motoring sector Entries are now open for the Autocar Great Women: Rising Stars awards 2025. These awards are an initiative run by Autocar in association with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, celebrating the up-and-coming stars of the British automotive industry.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Higher speeds are apparently a problem for the adhesive used during construction.
Autocar
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Fresh cost-cutting platform enables new 188-mile compact crossover to undercut rivals and bigger siblings Another week, another old model name dusted off by a manufacturer looking to add a spot of retro recognition to a new EV. This time, it’s the Vauxhall Frontera Electric (and indeed the petrol Vauxhall Frontera).The Frontera was a model that was popular in the 1990s, back when SUVs still had to look all rugged to make you believe they could credibly go off-road, even if they couldn’t.On a sca
Canadian Auto Dealer
DECEMBER 4, 2024
With the NADA Show set to take place this coming January in New Orleans, Reynolds and Reynolds has decided to announce a lineup of new products it will be launching at the event — including the latest version of its Spark AI unified data layer. “As an industry, we have been focused on digitizing operations with traditional software, but at the retail level, per-employee metrics have been flat,” said Chris Walsh, President of Reynolds, in a statement.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Korean luxury brand will race the GMR-001 in both the World Endurance Championship and in IMSA with this new LMDh prototype.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Mercedes has delivered a new Popemobile to the Vatican, based on the G 580 with EQ. It features a quad-motor all-wheel drive system that was adapted for low-speed travel. The Popemobile has an open air design as well as a prominent seat for the pontiff. Pope Francis has received an early Christmas present as Mercedes has delivered a new Popemobile based on the G 580 with EQ technology.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The CEO says a one-rotor setup wouldn't be powerful enough for customers in the United States.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Hyundai and Kia’s ignition flaw made their vehicles prime targets for thieves. The two automakers have already paid $200 million to settle a class action lawsuit. Memphis has seen over 22,000 cars stolen, with Hyundai and Kia topping the list. If you thought Hyundai and Kia had left their car theft problems behind, think again. The two automakers may now face lawsuits from the City of Memphis, where a rising tide of stolen vehicles, many of them from these two brands, has the city scrambli
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The game launches on December 6 with 18 cars and three tracks.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Owners of new R1 models were puzzled by the sudden disappearance of the storage pocket. The company quietly removed the hidden drawer from all second-gen R1 models recently. Some speculate that cost-cutting measures played a role in Rivian’s decision to ditch the compartment. Rivian has quietly removed the under-seat storage compartment from all second-generation R1T and R1S models, a move that’s sure to leave some owners scratching their heads.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Ford took the Mustang GTD to the Nürburgring in hopes of setting a record for American production cars.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Honda’s Prologue sold 6,823 units in November, marking its best month on record. Acura’s struggles persist as the Integra and TLX both saw double-digit sales drops. The Honda Pilot saw a 38.5% sales increase in November, while the CR-V was up 9.5%. November’s performance for the Honda Group was a tale of contrasts, most notably the continued decline in sales of Acura’s two remaining sedans, the Integra and TLX.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The amount of dressing applied to UK roads increased by nine per cent this year, after a 12-year-low in 2023
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The latest installment in the Gran Turismo franchise will be released on December 6 for PS4 and PS5. Called My First Gran Turismo, the no-cost game will feature 18 cars as well as an assortment of tracks, challenges, and events. The game pays tribute to the first Gran Turismo and is designed to be enjoyed by players of all ages. Sony and Polyphony Digital are celebrating the PlayStation’s 30th anniversary by announcing an all-new game called My First Gran Turismo.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 4, 2024
In-car entertainment has come a long way in recent years.
Motor Trader
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Building on from Vertu Motors’ H1 2024 financial results, the group announced it will rebrand and consolidate its brands under the name ‘Vertu’, retiring the Bristol Street and Macklin brands. It’s a big move. All Vertu’s UK retail outlets will trade under the Vertu brand by the end of April 2025 as the dealer group jettisons its Bristol Street Motors and Macklin brands.
Auto Express
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Plush and practical, the Audi Q3 has plenty going for it.
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