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Review: 2025 Toyota 4Runner gets dragged into modern times

Motor Authority

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner is the 6th generation of the icon Every 2025 Toyota 4Runner has a turbo-4 under its hood The 2025 Toyota 4Runner costs between $42,265 and $68,350 The 2025 Toyota 4Runner has been dragged into the modern era like a toddler screaming and kicking at the mall. For the first time in 14 years, the 4Runner is new. The old one was.

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Can a supercharged 2011 BMW M3 Coupe make the hall of fame?

Machines with Souls

This 2011 BMW M3 Coupe gets an Active Autowerke supercharger, making it the most powerful example I've driven. Can it reach hall of fame status? The post Can a supercharged 2011 BMW M3 Coupe make the hall of fame? appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Polestar 6 sports car won't arrive in 2026, Polestar 7 takes priority

Motor Authority

Polestar is planning to launch a number of new models over the next few years, but the one most likely to appeal to car enthusiasts is at the back of the line. The Polestar 6 sports car is being pushed back to give the Polestar 7 SUV priority, and won't arrive in 2026 as originally discussed. The news was first reported by Australia's CarExpert.

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2027 BMW 3-Series: Everything We Know About The Neue Klasse

Carscoops

BMW is expected to unveil a new generation of the 3-Series sedan in 2026. The Neue Klasse sedan will be available in ICE (3-Series) and EV (i3) derivatives. Despite riding on different underpinnings, the models will look very similar. Updated 1/28: We’ve included fresh renderings of the next iteration of the BMW 3 Series, along with all the latest intel and spy photos.

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2026 BMW iX gets updated styling and a lower price

Motor Authority

The refreshed 2026 BMW iX lineup expands Every iX has more than 300 miles of range The revised BMW iX costs $76,325 and arrives in the second quarter The 2026 BMW iX marks the first major update since the electric midsize SUV debuted for the 2022 model year, bringing power and efficiency upgrades as well as refreshed styling and a new base model.

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2027 Alfa Romeo Giulia Will Be A Crossover, Abandoning Its Sedan Roots

Carscoops

Alfa Romeo’s new CEO confirms the next-gen Giulia will adopt a completely new bodystyle. The sedan will morph into a crossover, sharing its STLA Large platform with the next Stelvio. The Giulia will feature advanced infotainment, AI integration, and a more sophisticated ADAS suite. The Alfa Romeo Giulia is set for a major transformation, shifting from its classic sedan form to an all-new crossover design.

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JLR investing $80M to expand luxury paint colors

Motor Authority

JLR is spending 65 million British pounds (just over $80 million at current exchange rates) on paint facilities to expand personalization options and make the paint process more sustainable. The automaker said in a press release that it plans to open new paint facilities at assembly plants in Castle Bromwich, England, and Nitra, Slovakia. This.

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Alfa Romeo backtracks, not going all electric

Motor Authority

Alfa Romeo is walking back a plan to go all-electric by 2027, keeping internal-combustion models in the mix for now amid slumping North American sales, reports Automotive News. Speaking at the recent National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) show in New Orleans, Alfa Romeo North America boss Chris Feuell said the switch was made last month.

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Mazda’s New Flat Logo Breaks 28 Years Of Tradition For The Smartphone Era

Carscoops

Mazda’s new logo sheds 3D elements for a flat design optimized for smartphones. The updated emblem may debut ahead of Mazda’s 105th anniversary on January 30. Depending on the application, the new logo may coexist alongside the current design. Mazda is hitting the refresh button on its branding for the first time in 28 years with a new logo, opting for a flatter, more streamlined design reportedly optimized for smartphones and digital displays.

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The New Alfa Romeo Giulia Won't Be a Sedan

Motor 1

Alfa's new boss says it will adopt a different body style, but which one?

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Why BYD’s distributor thinks Australia isn’t ready for EV utes

CarExpert

BYD has just started deliveries of its plug-in hybrid Shark 6 ute, but dont count on a fully electric load-hauler in its showrooms anytime soon. A full electric ute for Australia is not on the horizon. The infrastructure just isnt there to support that product, Luke Todd, the managing director and executive chairman of EVDirect, told CarExpert. At the moment, there is no forecasted time for an electric Shark ute.

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VW's Crossover Cabrio Outsold the Miata Last Year in Europe

Motor 1

The T-Roc Convertible also beat the BMW Z4.

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Blind Australian man claims unique car record

CarExpert

The title for the worlds fastest blind person on a quarter-mile (402m) drag strip now belongs to an Australian, with Jamie Ruggier setting a new record in Victoria. Mr Ruggier set what is claimed to be a new world record at Heathcote Park Raceway, about 150km north-west of Melbourne and just 30km east of Bendigo. Aboard his brother Daniels modified turbocharged 13B two-rotor powered Mazda RX-3, Jamie Ruggier set a time of 10.32 seconds down the quarter-mile, passing through the finish marker at

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The 2026 Toyota RAV4 Is Coming Soon. Here's Our First Look

Motor 1

The next-generation SUV will have cleaner lines and a more upright posture.

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BMW iX facelift brings 426 miles of range for £92k

Autocar

New line-up comprises 402bhp 45, 536bhp 60 and 659bhp M70 models Extensive revisions give flagship EV up to 659bhp and a big range boost The BMW iX , the Munich firms tech-laden electric flagship, has received a major update with substantial power upgrades and an increase in efficiency that boosts its range to 426miles. Due to reach the UK in May, with pricing starting from 74,400, the newversion of the Audi Q8 E-tron and Volvo EX90 rivalhas received only a minor styling makeover, but the change

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Lexus LX Surf Concept Is A Sumo Wrestler That Wants To Hang Ten

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Lexus has introduced the new Surf LX concept at a Pipe Pro event in Hawaii. It features a beach-inspired design as well as surf-friendly interior upgrades. The concept helps mark an expanded partnership between Lexus and the World Surf League. Lexus has used a World Surf League event to introduce the new Surf LX concept. It’s billed as a one of a kind SUV that “seamlessly combines innovation and performance for the ultimate coastal lifestyle.” Designed for a life at the beach,

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2026 BMW iX: This Is It

Motor 1

A new entry-level trim starts at $76,325, with 402 horsepower.

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FOW Car Supermarket expands Manchester supermarket

Motor Trader

Used car supermarket FOW is expanding its supermarket in Manchester with the acquisition of 2.4-acre site near thei existing site. Development plans include the demolition of a redundant service centre, landscaping and the installation of new workshop and valet facilities. Additionally, the plans outlined forecast a 100% increase in stock volume from 350-plus vehicles to as much as 800 vehicles.

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Chevrolet Spark Returns As A Rebadged Chinese EV For South America

Carscoops

Chevrolet unveiled the new Spark EUV during a special event in Brazil. The electric SUV is essentially a rebadged Baojun Yep Plus from China. It will likely share the same specs, offering an affordable price tag. Chevrolet has found a clever (read: cost-effective) way to make the most of its SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture by rebadging one of China’s most charming EVs, the Baojun Yep Plus.

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Toyota's Forgotten Mid-Engine Hot Hatch Was a Pocket Rocket

Motor 1

The GR Yaris M concept is not the first of its kind.

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Odometer Fraud Is Soaring And You Could Lose Thousands

Carscoops

More than 2.14 million vehicles in America may have had their odometers rolled back. Odometer rollbacks have increased by 18% since 2021, likely due to rising used car prices. Victims typically lose $4,000 in value, but extreme cases can be worth over $10,000. Used car prices skyrocketed during the pandemic and still remain elevated today, despite cooling off in recent years.

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2025 Mazda BT-50 price and specs: Upgraded ute up to $3500 more expensive

CarExpert

The refreshed 2025 Mazda BT-50 is arriving in showrooms from mid-February, with prices up across the board. The updated BT-50 was unveiled last year, about a year after its upgraded Isuzu D-Max twin, and it gets upgrades not only from its fellow ute but also from the wider Mazda range. It wears a face that makes it look more like the CX-5 , while theres also been a number of technology and equipment upgrades.

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Would You Tame A Ferrari F40 With Modern Suspension, Brakes And Wheels?

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Key modifications include four-way adjustable Ohlins shocks and new Brembo brakes. The F40’s original 17-inch wheels are replaced by staggered 18- and 19-inch wheels. No changes appear to have been made to the classic Ferrari’s 2.9-liter twin-turbo V8. A boutique Italian firm named Officine Fioravanti believes it has improved the legendary Ferrari F40, upgrading the iconic mid-engined supercar with several modern parts.

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British firm launches phone app to check EV battery health

Autocar

Clearwatts tech will give buyers a fuller picture of how an EV is performing Smartphone app generates report on range and degradation, making it easier to check the health of a used EV A British company is launching a smartphone app that can calculate the state of health of an electric car 'sdrive battery. Costing around 30 and due to be launched in the coming weeks, Clearwatts EV Health Checker uses an EVs connected car data and information from the drivers smartphone to provide a detailed pict

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BMW i5 Gains Range, X3 And 2-Series GC Get New Engines For 2025

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BMW’s 2025 spring updates usher in changes to an assortment of models. The i5 lineup becomes more efficient, with ranges increased by up to 29 miles. The 2-Series Gran Coupe and X3 receive new engines, offering up to 299 hp. Spring is right around the corner and that means BMW is preparing an assortment of updates. This year’s changes include new engines, upgraded EVs, and improved standard equipment.

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This Porsche Taycan GTS Just Set a Ridiculous New Drift Record

Motor 1

The car drifted for 46 straight minutes on ice, beating the previous record by 1.5 miles.

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Can The 2026 Q3 Sportback Help Reverse Audi’s Sales Slide?

Carscoops

Audi’s 2026 Q3 Sportback has been spotted testing in prototype form. The VW Tiguan twin debuts later this year with ICE and PHEV power. Q3 adopts the same split headlight treatment as the Q6 e-tron. Audi’s 2024 US sales figures make for depressing reading unless you’re a BMW dealer. The brand was down 14 percent overall and its Q5, Q7, and Q8 SUVs all suffered drops of at least 25 percent.

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CARS Rule Inoperable

F&I and Showroom

Court kills car-shopping rule in surprise win for an industry that dreaded it.

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VW Scraps ID.7 For North America Due To Frosty EV Climate

Carscoops

Volkswagen has reportedly decided not to offer the ID.7 in North America. The model was originally slated to arrive last year, but was indefinitely delayed. A spokesperson chalked the decision up to the “challenging EV climate.” Volkswagen pulled out all the stops when they introduced the ID.7 and we covered it live from New York in the spring of 2023.

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Reborn electric Fiat Panda on sale in spring for less than £21,000

Autocar

New Grande Panda undercuts its Citroen sibling to become one of the UK's cheapest electric cars The new Fiat Grande Panda EV will cost just 20,975 when it arrives in spring - making it one of the UK's cheapest full-sized electric cars. Undercutting the closely related Citron e-C3 by 1000, the new electric Panda outpriced only by the Leapmotor T03 and Dacia Spring comes as standard with a 44kWh battery for 199 miles of range, a 0-62mph time of 11 seconds and the ability to charge at up to 100kW.

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Hyundai Rethinks Rickshaw With Indian Three- And Four-Wheelers

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No details have been provided about the electric powertrains of the two models. Hyundai is investigating the use of water-resistant interior materials for the duo. The three-wheeler may be built in India and the four-wheeler could be sold globally. The classic rickshaw, or tuk-tuk, could get a serious reinvention thanks to Hyundai. Last week, the car manufacturer announced a partnership with TVS Motor Company in India and unveiled concept versions of its new three-wheeler and micro four-wheelers

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2025 Volkswagen Golf: Refreshed Australian lineup detailed

CarExpert

The Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf is due to arrive in Australia from April, when the facelifted German hatchback will become available in six model variants. Its been a year since the updated Golf was revealed in Europe, and now Volkswagen Australia has locked in features and specifications for the local range but pricing is yet to be announced. The lineup will comprise the entry-level Golf Life, the new Style, the mid-range R-Line, the front-wheel drive GTI, the all-wheel drive R performance flagship,

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Tesla Latest Carmaker To Sue EU Over EV Tariffs

Carscoops

The EU hit Tesla with an additional 7.8% tariff for Model 3s exported to Europe from China. An investigation found that the Chinese government had provided unfair subsidies to local brands. Tesla accounted for roughly 28% of all Chinese-made EVs exported to Europe in 2023. Just days after it was confirmed that BMW, Geely, SAIC, and BYD, were suing the European Union , it’s been revealed that Tesla is doing the same.

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Lister Pauses New Car Development Over UK Combustion Ban

Motor 1

The company has a long-awaited follow-up for the Lister Storm on the drawing board. But it can't be an EV.

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2025 BMW iX: Polarising electric SUV gets new face, more power

CarExpert

The BMW iX one of the German brands most divisively designed current models has been given a facelift, alongside mechanical upgrades that increase the power output and driving range of BMW’s flagship electric SUV. Unveiled overnight, the updated iX continues to wear its tall kidney grilles, though everything around them has been tweaked by BMW.

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DEALNOW.COM INTRODUCES INSTANT LOAN LOOKUP AND PAYOFF SOLUTION TO SIMPLIFY INVENTORY ACQUISITION FOR DEALERS

Dealer World

New Solution Enables Private Seller Inventory Acquisition, Made Simple Alpine, Utah (January 28, 2025) DealNow , the first-of-its-kind service that enables secure and seamless online transactions for any vehicle including cars, RVs, boats, and other recreational vehicles today announced the launch of its new Instant Loan Lookup and Payoff Solution, designed to reshape inventory acquisition for auto dealers.

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2025 Toyota 4Runner Review: Value In the Basics, Excess In the Luxuries

Carscoops

PROS ›› Real off-road prowess, value-oriented trims, physical climate controls, a trim for everyone CONS ›› Expensive top trims, on-road cabin noise, somewhat numb drivetrain Ripping down a dirt road at nearly 35 MPH (56 km/h) felt all too natural for the new 4Runner – and then something surprising happened. The ground pitched up, the Toyota lifted off the ground for a brief moment or two, and then settled back down like an albatross gently landing after a long flig

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