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2026 Aston Martin Valhalla ready for production with 1,064 hp

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Aston Martin has launched its first plug-in hybrid in the form of the Valhalla The Valhalla is a mid-engine supercar powered by a twin-turbo V-8 and trio of electric motors The Valhalla produces a combined 1,064 hp, or enough for 0-62 mph acceleration in 2.5 seconds Production will be limited at 999 units, each is rumored to cost about $1 million.

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Germany private sales November 2024: VW T-Roc repeats at #1, Mercedes GLA up to #2

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The Mercedes GLA has a private ratio of 65.3% in November. Private sales in Germany are down -9.3% year-on-year to just 78,254 for a Private Sales ratio (PS) of 32% vs. 35.1% in November 2023. Year-to-date registrations are off -6.9% to 842,598 and 32.5% PS vs. 32.6% over the same period in 2023. The VW T-Roc repeats at #1 with a solid 45.2% PS while the Mercedes GLA ascends to 2nd place (65.3% PS), dislodging the VW Golf (24.6% PS).

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Xiaomi gives first look at YU7 electric SUV due in mid-2025

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Xiaomi will follow up its debut SU7 electric sedan with the YU7 electric SUV The Xiaomi YU7 is slated to launch in China around mid-2025 The vehicle bears a resemblance to the V-12-powered Ferrari Purosangue Xiaomi may be best known for its smartphones, but the Chinese technology company is quickly becoming a recognized name in the world of.

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South Korea November 2024: Renault Grand Koleos breaks into Top 5

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The Grand Koleos accounts for 90% of Renault Korea sales in November. November new light vehicle sales disappoint in South Korea at -8.1% to 147,577. This includes 123,793 domestic manufacturers (-6.4%) and 23,784 foreigners (-16%). Year-to-date volumes are down an equally unimpressive -6.7% to 1,489,973 including 1,250,209 locals (-6.5%) and 239,764 foreigners (-7.5%).

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Lotus Evija electric hypercar now being delivered

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The Lotus Evija is being delivered, five years after it was first shown The electric hypercar packs 2,011 hp and a 93-kwh battery Pricing starts at approximately $3 million It's now been more than five years since the Lotus Evija electric hypercar was first revealed to the world. Originally scheduled for deliveries in 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic.

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2025 Toyota 4Runner Starts Under $41,000, Nearly $16,000 Less Than The Land Cruiser

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The redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner starts at $40,770 and arrives at dealerships early 2024. The range-topping Trailhunter and TRD Pro trims are priced at $66,900 before destination. Two powertrains are available, with the hybrid option delivering up to 326 horsepower. The 2025 Toyota 4Runner has a lot in common with the latest Land Cruiser, but thankfully it’s far more affordable.

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Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025: Cars that didn't make the cut

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The list of contenders for Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 started at nearly 30 vehicles, ranging from pickup trucks and SUVs to luxury cars and EVs. It was a vast field. Still, some had to go. After we talked it over, hashed it out, and said our piece, we whittled down the list of eligible vehicles to this list of finalists. We’ll.

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Family Of Dead Driver Sues Tesla Over “Misleading” And “Flawed” Autopilot And FSD

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Tesla is in court again over claims that Autopilot is defective. The family of a deceased driver says Tesla intentionally concealed problems with Autopilot. Tesla responded that the driver failed to use the system properly. Driving is an inherently dangerous task, but several modern tech features are supposed to increase safety. According to one family in California , one such tool, Tesla’s Autopilot, is actually to blame for the death of their loved one.

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Pressure mounts on dealers to gain SAF approval for motor finance

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Dealers who do not have SAF (Specialist Automotive Finance) or equivalent approval in 2025 will be unable to offer finance through any lender who is a Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) member and complies with the FLAs Lending Code, of which Tandem is one. That is the warning from Tandem Motor Finance whose sales Director Dave Anderson, said dealers need to know the state of play.

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2025 Aston Martin Valhalla: This Is It

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ZEV Mandate to spoil Christmas for 1,000s of petrol and diesel car buyers

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Honda Ye P7 Dual-Motor EV Shows How Serious Carmaker Is About Cracking Chinese EV Market

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The Ye P7 will be followed up by the sleek Ye S7 crossover and Ye GT sedan. Zero to 62 mph (100 km/h) comes in 4.6 seconds. Pricing details have yet to be announced. In Western markets, Honda has slipped behind some competitors in the race to develop and launch compelling battery-electric vehicles. But, over in China, it’s been a little quicker to react to market trends and this is the first in a trio of new EVs it’s launching locally.

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Callum Skye EV edges closer to production as interior unveiled

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The Skye has a target weight of just 1150kg, distributed 50:50 front to rear Former Jaguar design chiefs Ariel Nomad rival has been designed as one of the lightest EVs available Former Jaguar design boss Ian Callum's eponymouscar companyhas unveiled the interior of its debut model, the Skye, edging it closer to production. It has been designed to help the electric sports car to hit a target weight of just 1150kg, which wouldmake the Skye one of the lightest EVs on the market.

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Toyota’s bZ3X Is A Sub-$14k Electric SUV That Americans Can’t Have

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The SUV has been designed exclusively for the Chinese market and will be built with GAC. Powering entry-level models is a 50 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery pack. Despite the SUV’s bargain price, it comes loaded with driver assistance systems. Toyota has kicked off sales of the bZ3X in China , and like many other BEVs from the Far East, it’s an absolute bargain.

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Dacia surprised as "super pragmatic" UK buyers turn backs on LPG

Autocar

Dacia had sold just over 1000 bi-fuel versions of the Duster and Sandero by the end of October LPG pump network in Britain is only a quarter of what it was at its peak Dacia CEO Denis le Vot is surprised that low-cost LPG fuel is not more popular in the UK as British buyers are "meant to be super pragmatic". Le Vot confirmed to Autocar that Dacia will continue to offer LPG options in its models - the only car maker to still do so out of the factory - and it is at a loss to explain why the fuel i

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EV Batteries May Last Up To 40% Longer Than Expected

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A new study suggests EV batteries could last far longer than previously estimated. One of the study’s authors said “We’ve not been testing EV batteries the right way” as they don’t factor in real-world driving conditions. Acceleration, braking, and downtime all help batteries last longer. Battery degradation is a serious problem, which can drastically reduce the range of older EVs or necessitate an expensive battery replacement.

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BYD Sealion 6, Sealion 7 get a baby brother with electric power

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As promised, BYD is quickly expanding its lineup of Sealion -badged vehicles, with the latest being an Atto 3-sized electric SUV. In China, the BYD brand offers a range of vehicles under the Dynasty series, and a similarly sprawling lineup of Ocean vehicles. In Australia, we get a mix of Ocean ( Seal , Dolphin etc.) and Dynasty ( Atto 3 ) vehicles. The Sealion 05 EV, as it’ll be known in China, has been revealed in a Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) filing sha

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Fiat Confirms Next-Gen 500 For 2032, Even As It Struggles To Sell Current Electric Model

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The Fiat 500 will get a new generation in 2032, which will also be manufactured in Mirafiori. The news were shared by Jean-Philippe Imparato, Stellantis COO for the Enlarged European region. The company will make further announcements about its future plans next week. Stellantis might be navigating a whirlwind these days, but amidst the chaos of searching for a new CEO after Carlos Tavares abruptly resigned last week, the company has managed to find time to confirm that the next generation of th

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How cutaway diagrams make the complex more simple

Autocar

Cutaway diagrams don't just explain how a car works - they also demonstrate I am neither technically minded nor gifted. I love words, language and intricate and complex concepts accurately and flamboyantly explicated across several pages. But I also love analysis and rationalising, and my journalism training taught me to explain things as simply as possible.

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NHTSA Closes Fisker Investigation After Rollaway Recall Issued

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Fisker issued a recall for 7,745 Ocean SUVs from the 2023 and 2024 model years to address the rollaway risk. A software flaw prevents the vehicle from engaging park at low speeds, shifting it into neutral instead. The recall includes a software update that adds automatic park engagement and an Auto Vehicle Hold function to enhance safety. Henrik Fisker’s attempts to establish his own car companies have ended in complete failure.

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Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda and Cupra launch Australian EV owner program

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Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) has announced a new “peace of mind” package for all its existing and new electric vehicle (EV) customers. On EV is a package of services and benefits that’s offered on all EVs from Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Audi, Skoda and Cupra. It’s the first time all these brands have come together.

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Tesla Robotaxis Coming With Human Teleoperators In 2025, Says Deutsche Bank

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A new report from Deutsche Bank says Tesla plans to use remote drivers for robotaxis in 2025. The move aims to enhance safety and redundancy during the initial phase of autonomous rides. Federal regulations continue to be the biggest hurdle to Tesla’s large-scale robotaxi rollout. The future of autonomous driving is edging closer, but Tesla’s latest plans reveal it may not be as driverless as we’ve been led to believe—at least for now.

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'Everybody Wanted to Keep the Hemi' Except Stellantis Ex-CEO Tavares, Sources Say

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Priced From $129,990, Cadillac’s 2025 Escalade IQ Makes The Gas Model Look Like A Bargain

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Cadillac’s new flagship electric SUV is offered in four different trim levels. All models are powered by the same 200+ kWh battery pack and twin electric motors. Pricing for the top-tier flagship model begins at $150,490 before optional add-ons. It’s been a lengthy 16 months since the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ first debuted , but only now has the automaker confirmed its full specs, including the electric SUV’s driving range.

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EV targets risk destroying the UK’s car industry for good

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Robert Forrester, CEO of Vertu Motors PLC, saysthe government has spurned all requests for meetings on the big issues around the ZEV mandate

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Caterham’s Electric Project V Getting Trick Immersion-Cooled Batteries

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The British brand had hoped to introduce its new electric sports car in 2026, but that date “will be a challenge.” Few technical details about the production-spec model are known. Xing Mobility’s immersion-cooled batteries have better heat dissipation than normal liquid-cooled packs. Caterham continues to push forward with its first all-electric sports car, and shortly after confirming it will use an electric motor from Yamaha, the British company has revealed it’ll tap a

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Official: £850k Aston Martin Valhalla to land in summer with 1079bhp

Autocar

Valhalla has more torque than any Aston yet - and nearly as much power as the Valkyrie Final specifications for Aston's first plug-in hybrid revealed as it gears up to battle the Ferrari 296 in 2025 Aston Martin's long-awaited Valhalla supercar will enter production in just a few months - with a hefty power advantage over its main rivals. The firm has released full production specifications for its new mid-engined plug-in hybrid ahead of customer deliveries beginning in the second half of 2025,

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Polestar TRX Is A Wild Electric Pickup From A Hot Wheels Alternative Universe

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Polestar also gave honorable mentions to a pair of race car-inspired concepts. This year’s Design Contest attracted more than 1,200 participants from around the world. No, this isn’t Polestar’s next model, but instead, it’s the winner of the carmaker’s annual Design Contest, which was held in collaboration with Hot Wheels.

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Audi’s $10,000 option on its cheapest performance car

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The 2025 Audi S3 compact performance car has just been detailed for Australia, with more equipment and higher pricing it also brings an expensive new option for those wanting a heartier soundtrack. Like the related Cupra Formentor in Australia and the likes of the Volkswagen Golf R overseas the S3 Sportback (hatch) and sedan offer the option of a factory-fitted titanium exhaust system by well-known supplier Akrapovic.

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Aston Martin Valhalla Battles Italians With 1,064 HP PHEV V8

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The supercar’s twin-turbo V8 is familiar but has a flat-plane crank and dry sump lubrication system. Aston Martin says the Valhalla hits 62 mph (100 km/h) in just 2.5 seconds and tops out at 217 mph (350 km/h). Just 999 examples are destined for the production line. It’s been over five years since the Aston Martin Valhalla was first unveiled as a concept and more than three years since its production-spec design was previewed.

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Mazda: Americans Want Cheap Gas Cars

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2026 BYD Dolphin EV Breaks Cover With A Prettier Face And A New Powertrain Option

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The BYD Dolphin will soon receive its first substantial facelift since its debut in 2021. The small electric hatchback adopts a cleaner design, especially on the front end. A new mid-spec electric powertrain option will join the lineup, producing 174 hp. BYD is working on a mid-lifecycle update for the Dolphin EV, four years after its debut. The facelifted version of the small electric hatchback is expected sometime next year, with styling upgrades and the addition of a new powertrain option.

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Car Deal of the Day: Kia Sportage SUV is stunning value at just £260 a month

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The Kia Sportage is a top-selling car and its easy to see why.

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McLaren 570S Split In Half In Deadly Texas Crash

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The crash involved a McLaren 570S and a Toyota Corolla in the Lake Highlands area. Both occupants of the McLaren were killed, while one passenger in the Corolla was injured. A black McLaren 570S was destroyed in a devastating crash Monday afternoon in Dallas, Texas. The mid-engined supercar collided with a Toyota Corolla before hitting a tree, splitting in half and scattering debris across the road.

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Ford Mustang GTD Sets Nürburgring Record for Fastest American Car

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GM Killing Cruise, Ending Robotaxi Push

Carscoops

GM has effectively decided to shut down Cruise and absorb its teams and autonomous technology. It will focus on developing autonomous systems for personal vehicles rather than public use. This decision is projected to save GM more than $1 billion in annual expenses. General Motors had high hopes for Cruise and was planning to revolutionize transportation with the Origin robotaxi.

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Can you put a private plate on a lease car?

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If youve got a personalised numberplate and a car on lease, heres what you need to know about putting them together

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