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The Porsche 911 GT3 turns 25

Motor Authority

The first Porsche 911 GT3 debuted at the 1999 Geneva auto show There have been four generations of the Porsche 911 GT3 All generations have featured naturally aspirated engines and rear-wheel drive The Porsche 911 GT3 has turned 25, and we've highlighted the four generations that have been launched thus far. Born from racing but built for the.

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Slovenia September 2024: Renault Clio distant leader

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Renault Clio holds 6.7% of the Slovenian market in September. The Slovenian new car market continues on its great run with a 10.1% year-on-year uptick in September to 4,461 units. This leads to a year-to-date tally up 6.9% to 41,006. Volkswagen (+67.5%) and Renault (+106.9%) both vastly outpace the market to top the brands charts with 15.6% and 12.7% share respectively. #1 a year ago , Skoda (-14.4%) falls to #3 this month but still manage a superior share than its YTD level at 10.9% vs. 10.

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Ferrari F80 hypercar revealed as 1,184-hp V-6 hybrid

Motor Authority

Ferrari has revealed successor to the LaFerrari Peak power of 1,184 hp generated from a twin-turbocharged V-6 and trio of electric motors Production limited to 799 units Ferrari on Thursday revealed the F80 hypercar, the long-awaited successor to the LaFerrari. The car is the latest member in Ferrari's Special Series, which in addition to the.

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China new models September 2024: Smart #5 and Onvo L60 land

Best Selling Cars Blog

It’s now time to study the latest launches on the Chinese market, based on wholesales. This month we have no less than 13 new models hitting Chinese roads, 11 of them Chinese. To fully understand the scope of the Chinese market, make sure you consult our Exclusive Guide to all 189 active Chinese Brands. 1. Lynk & Co Z10 (2,810 sales) The Lynk & Co Z10 is a 5.03m long all-electric sedan, the first by the brand, that will offer impressive range options of up to 806 kilometers, depend

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2027 Toyota/Lexus GR GT sports car spied for first time

Motor Authority

Road car counterpart to Toyota GR GT3 race car has been spotted New sports car may be marketed as a Lexus Power expected to come from newly developed V-8 Toyota is developing a new GT3 race car that will form the basis of a high-end sports car built for the road, and a prototype for that road-going model has been spotted for the first time. The.

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CARS Rule Update: 5th Circuit Oral Arguments Recap

AutoDealer Today

In this video, Jim Ganther of Mosaic Compliance Services, recaps the key takeaways from the oral arguments in the critical CARS Rule case, including potential outcomes and what dealers should do to stay ahead of compliance changes.

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Modern Renault 4 debuts at 2024 Paris auto show

Motor Authority

Renault used this week's 2024 Paris auto show to debut the 4 E-Tech electric subcompact crossover. The crossover serves as a spiritual successor to the popular Renault 4. Renault also launched a modern 5 electric hatchback earlier this year, making it another iconic model from the French brand's past that has been reborn for the electric era. The.

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Multiple 2023-2024 BMWs recalled because of faulty brakes

Motor Authority

BMW has issued a recall covering a wide variety of models due to potential issues with their brakes and antilock braking and stability control systems. The recall affects certain X1, X5, X6, X7, and XM models from the 2023 and 2024 model years, as well as certain 530i, i5, 740i, 760i, i7, and 750e models from the same model years. A total of.

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ULEZ enforcement stepped up in light of £450 million debt

Auto Express

With Transport for London owed £376 million in unpaid penalty notices and facing large debts itself, it’s escalating efforts to punish drivers dodging fines

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2026 Honda Prelude spied, skips manual transmission

Motor Authority

Sixth-generation Honda Prelude arrives next year New car likely shares powertrain with Civic Hybrid Sole transmission expected to be eCVT The Honda Prelude has been out of production for more than two decades, but a new generation is coming, and a prototype has been spotted for the first time. The prototype is only lightly camouflaged, and most of.

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Musk’s Cybercab Dreams Could Hit 2,500-Unit Limit Under US Rules

Carscoops

Tesla’s Cybercab promises to revolutionize transportation, but legal and safety challenges present major roadblocks. Current NHTSA exemptions cap deployment at 2,500 vehicles per year for models lacking human controls. Regulatory approval for Tesla’s steering-wheel-free Cybercab will limit production, making mass adoption difficult without changes.

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Why in-wheel motors are the next big thing for electric cars

Autocar

New technology could bring greater efficiency and range to electric cars In-wheel motors (IWMs) have been around since the world got serious about electric propulsion. GM’s Autonomy of 2002 concept was an FCEV with a skateboard chassis propelled by IWMs. GM ha d working demonstrators, including a Chevrolet S-10 pick-up with IWMs driving the rear wheels plus a single motor at the front.

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The F80 Is Ferrari’s New Hypercar With A V6

Carscoops

The F80 is Ferrari’s brand-new hypercar, and it’s not here to play nice. Out goes the operatic V12, replaced by a snarling twin-turbo V6 hybrid that cranks out out a brutal 1,184 horsepower (1,200 PS), packed with enough tech to make a NASA engineer blush. Purists might grumble about the loss of a naturally aspirated V12, but this V6 has pedigree—it’s closely related to the engine that powered the 499P racer to back-to-back Le Mans victories. 0-62 mph comes in a claimed 2

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Ex-demo cars slash up to 54% off cost of new EVs

Autocar

Autocar found a 2023 Nissan Leaf with 1500 miles listed for £13,999 Cost of nearly-new electric cars is in freefall as dealers try to stimulate demand Dealers are offering discounts of more than 50% on ex-demonstrator electric cars as they battle slowing demand. The incentives mean that low-mileage examples of EVs such as the Nissan Leaf and Vauxhall Mokka Electric can be bought for less than their nearest petrol-powered equivalents with similar mileage.

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Fiat Pauses Panda Production As Stellantis Faces ‘Difficult Choices’

Carscoops

Stellantis will temporarily halt production at its Pomigliano d’Arco, Termoli, and Pratola Serra plants. The production pause affects both engine assembly and the Fiat Panda manufacturing lines. The automaker said they’re facing a “path requiring difficult choices and offering no easy solutions.” Earlier this year, Fiat announced they were increasing production of the Panda by approximately 20 percent to meet customer demand as the model was a “market leader in Ital

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Alpine's tri-motor tech to create 'perceived lightness' in heavy EVs

Autocar

A390 SUV shares a platform with the Nissan Ariya, which weighs more than two tonnes Brand's electric cars will be heavier than 1100kg A110, requiring software trickery to make them handle as well Alpine will use innovative power management software in its electric cars to ensure that a feeling of "perceived lightness" counteracts the added bulk of an EV powertrain and enables true sports car handling.

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Facelifted Kia Sportage Shows New Curved Widescreen Display

Carscoops

The facelifted Kia Sportage has been spied undergoing testing, ahead of a possible debut later this month. Exterior updates are largely focused on the front end, where the model adopts a new grille and vertical headlights. Inside, the compact SUV features a new curved display across the dash and a two-spoke steering wheel. Spy photographers have captured the facelifted Euro-spec Kia Sportage , just ahead of its rumored debut on October 24.

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MG wants to launch sports cars cheaper than $115,000 Cyberster

CarExpert

MG’s most expensive vehicle ever sold in Australia could be the catalyst for cheaper sports cars if the brand’s head of design gets his way. Speaking to CarExpert ahead of the Cyberster going on sale in Australia, Carl Gotham – studio design director for MG’s parent SAIC Motor – said a sports car to bridge the gap between the brand’s new electric roadster and its budget-friendly family models is on the wishlist.

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MG ES5 Electric SUV Breaks Cover, Replaces ZS EV

Carscoops

MG published the first photos of the ES5, a fully electric SUV for global markets. The ES5 will replace the MG ZS EV, with a larger footprint and modern technology. The MG4-based SUV is powered by a rear electric motor, producing 168 hp. SAIC-MG has introduced a new electric SUV in China, which is expected to serve as a replacement for the ZS EV in export markets including Europe, UK, and Australia.

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Ferrari F80: This Is It

Motor 1

Ferrari’s new hypercar is here. It has nearly 1,200 horsepower from a hybrid V-6 and a $4.0 million price tag in the US.

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2025 Mazda BT-50 gets latest Isuzu D-Max updates, fresher look

CarExpert

A facelifted Mazda BT-50 has been revealed, around 12 months after the updated version of its Isuzu D-Max twin. The Mazda has picked up various updates made to the Isuzu, though as before it continues to have a unique look. The updated BT-50 will arrive in Australia in the first quarter of 2025 , with pricing and specifications to be announced early in the new year.

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BMW’s Neue Klasse Design Is Coming To All ICE Models

Carscoops

All future BMW models, including ICE and EV, will adopt the Neue Klasse design language. Regardless of powertrain, all the next-generation vehicles will feature a unified user interface. Each model will have its own character, but the overall design and experience will be consistent. If you’re a fan of BMW’s design direction with the Neue Klasse concepts but find yourself less than thrilled by the electric powertrains, we have some good news for you.

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Rising demand sees consumers pay ‘premium’ for diesel cars

Motor Trader

Rising demand for diesel cars in the used car market is pushing up prices. Diesel prices rose by 5.1% (£891) from £17,462 in Q2 to £18,353 in Q3, their highest price since Q1 2022. According to Autorola, this price rise came despite average age and mileage increasing to 43 months and 33,343 miles in Q3, as older cars continue to enter the wholesale market following contract extensions caused by new car supply problems in 2022.

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Stellantis May Start Building Ram 1500 Trucks In Mexico

Carscoops

The carmaker agreed with the UAW it wouldn’t build the 1500 in Mexico until it maxed out US production capacity. It’s unclear if gas-powered or electric versions of the 1500 are to be built south of the border. Stellantis’ existing Saltillo plant currently builds heavy-duty Ram pickups. Stellantis is reportedly readying its factory complex in North Mexico to start building the Ram 1500 , despite having a long history of manufacturing most of its light-duty trucks in Michigan.

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The worst countries to drive in, according to tourists

Drive.com

Driving in unfamiliar territory can be daunting, especially when you’re not a local. A new survey has revealed which countries have the most nerve-wracking roads for tourists. Image: iStock.com/powerofforever Driving in a different country can be a stressful experience – particularly when you consider the change in road infrastructure, traffic volumes, road rules and driving habits.

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2025 Ford Bronco Brings Back Base Model With 2.3L EcoBoost, Manual Transmission, And Steelies

Carscoops

Ford will offer the Bronco Base with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder and a seven-speed manual. It’s unclear if the more powerful 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 will also be offered. Prices for the 2023 Bronco Base started at $37,430, but that figure will likely rise for 2025. The 2025 Ford Bronco is just around the corner and will mark the return of the entry-level Base model which was dropped for the 2024 model year.

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IMI calls on government to deliver on automotive skills in Autumn Budget

Motor Trader

The IMI is calling on the government to provide greater clarity regarding its strategies for automotive in the Autumn Budget statement. IMI MD Azlina Bulmer has written an open letter to the Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP Secretary of State for Business and Trade outlining the case for automotive and how it can be factored into the government’s industrial strategy.

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New Kia EV4 Electric Hatch Gets Closer To Production

Carscoops

The Kia EV4 will come with 58.3 kWh and 81.4 kWh battery packs, offering different range options for buyers. Kia will release the EV4 in both sedan and hatchback versions, expanding its appeal to a broader market. Both single-motor and dual-motor configurations are expected, with an all-wheel-drive version also in development. Kia has stripped away some of the bulky cladding and camouflage from its latest EV4 prototype, providing us with an excellent opportunity to see the car’s production

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Roughly 138K vehicles flood-damaged by Hurricane Helene

Auto Remarketing

CARFAX is estimating that upwards of 138,000 vehicles were flood damaged by Hurricane Helene, which caused destruction in at least six Southeastern states. Of those, the one with the most water-damaged vehicles from the hurricane is Florida at 60,700 vehicles. South Carolina is second at 27,500, followed by North Carolina at 22,900 and Georgia at 16,800.

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Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey Packs A 710 HP Punch For $114K

Carscoops

Dodge has revealed the Durango SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey, celebrating 20 years of Hemi power. This special edition sports a Red Oxide exterior, Satin Black hood, and 20-inch Brass Monkey wheels. Priced from $113,720, it’s powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter Hemi V8 delivering 710 hp. If the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Silver Bullet , Durango SRT Hellcat Hammerhead, and Durango R/T 20th Anniversary Edition didn’t whet your appetite, perhaps the new Durango SRT Hellcat Brass Monkey will d

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Lower margins and inflationary pressures dent Currie Motors

Motor Trader

Currie Motors took a hit in the year to April 2024 with pre-tax profits down 22.5% to £19.5m on turnover up 11.7% to £482.6m. In results filed at Companies House Currie Motors chairman Joseph Jaffe said the decline could be attributed in the US (turnover £385.3m) and the UK (turnover £97.3m) where it operates to inflationary pressures and the reversion to push marketing with oversupply of new vehicles and “significant downward pressure” on margins.

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Europe Faces Overcapacity Crisis With Chinese EV Plants, Stellantis CEO Warns

Carscoops

Carlos Tavares believes that Europe’s manufacturing overcapacity could lead to local carmakers shutting down their plants. Chinese EV makers, such as BYD and Dongfeng, are planning to establish production facilities directly in Europe. BYD has confirmed that the majority of its electric vehicles destined for Europe will be manufactured in Hungary.

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G3 points sees’surge’ in repossessions going through auction

Motor Trader

G3 Vehicle Auctions has seen a “surge” in repossessions coming through its doors in 2024. The group has seen a 12% increase in vehicle repossessions in the second quarter and a 9% increase in quarter three in comparison to the same periods in 2023. “At G3 we operate 35 drop-off locations across the UK for a wide range of repossession agents to utilise on behalf of our growing roster of finance houses and this year will be a record year for vehicles processed through our Castleford and Bedford au

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Parking Lot Fire Destroys 30 Cars At Houston Apartment Block

Carscoops

Authorities believe the fire started with an electrical short circuit in one of the cars. A classic Mercedes-Benz SL was among the damaged cars. Approximately 30 cars have been destroyed in a blaze that engulfed an apartment block parking lot in Houston, Texas. Making things worse for some owners is the fact that their cars were not insured. The fire occurred on October 14, at roughly 4 a.m.

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Subaru Forester, Crosstrek’s new hybrid technology detailed

CarExpert

Subaru has shared more details of its new Strong Hybrid (S:HEV) system, which promises more power, greater range and improved fuel economy than its existing hybrid system. The next-generation Forester , due in Australia in 2025, had already been confirmed to get the S:HEV powertrain. Now, Subaru in Japan has confirmed a S:HEV version of the Crosstrek , which will launch there in December 2024.

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Lucid Air Sapphire Crushes Tesla Model S Plaid In Record U-Drag Race

Carscoops

The Lucid Air Sapphire and Tesla Model S Plaid are two incredibly fast EV sedans. Now, the pair are going head-to-head in a U-Drag race. The results are as definitive as they get in this 2,254-horsepower battle. Drag races are great for seeing how fast a car can accelerate, but a U-drag race tests braking and cornering too. Now, Tesla and Lucid are going head to head with their most potent sedans ever.

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2026 Kia Sportage spied as Australian launch nears

CarExpert

The facelifted Kia Sportage has shed more camouflage, previewing its new look which better aligns it with other members of the South Korean brand’s lineup. Due to arrive in Australia during the second quarter of 2025 , the updated Sportage will undergo a significant bodywork change at the front and rear, moving to more vertically oriented headlights and rather Ford Everest -esque tail lights.

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