Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
BMW is about to take the performance of its M3 Touring station wagon sold overseas up a notch with the launch of a hardcore CS version. The automaker took to social media on Jan. 28 to share photos of camouflaged prototypes for the new M3 CS Touring. These prototypes, based on the updated 2025 M3, have been testing in public view since at least.
Autocar
JANUARY 29, 2025
Step-in Van (left) has the footprint of a Kangoo but the height of a Trafic The three electric vans form a 350m model range investment in partnership with Volvo and France's CMA CGM Flexis a joint venture between Renault , Volvo Trucks and French logistics firm CMA CGM has revealed the trio of electric vans that it will bring to market next year. The vans, which should come to the UK before the end of the decade, are part of a 350 million model -range development plan and based on a shared platf
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Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
A redesigned sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 is anticipated to debut in 2025 The new RAV4 may be offered exclusively with hybrid powertrains The starting price should continue to remain in the low $30,000 range The Toyota RAV4 has stood for decades as a symbol of an affordable and practical vehicle with stellar dependability. However, with the.
CarExpert
JANUARY 29, 2025
Korean luxury auto brand Genesis had planned to only offer electric vehicles (EVs) from 2030, but it’s now delayed this all-EV strategy indefinitely. “Hybrid, EV, ICE everything is on the table. Its the customer that just chooses the right fit for their needs,” Genesis’ global boss Mike Song told Australian media. “2030, 2035… if we think there are customers for ICE, hybrid, then well do it.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
Volkswagen has dropped plans to sell the ID.7 in North America VW's MEB-based electric liftback was originally due to start sales in the U.S. as a 2025 model VW cited a challenging EV climate as the reason for the cancellation The Volkswagen ID.7 electric liftback, first shown in 2022 and initially confirmed for the U.S. market for the 2025 model.
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
LaFontaine Ford St. Clair faces a lawsuit for using Eminem’s song in promotional content. The dealership allegedly didn’t secure the necessary ‘synch’ license for using the song. Eminem’s publishing company seeks $150,000 in damages and an injunction against the ad. A Michigan Ford dealership group is facing a copyright lawsuit over its use of Eminem’s Lose Yourself in social media videos promoting a special-edition Ford F-150 Hybrid.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
A redesigned Audi Q3 debuts in 2025 The third-generation compact crossover will include a more coupe-like Sportback body style in some markets The new Q3 range will likely be the last to offer gas engines A new generation of the Audi Q3 compact crossover debuts later this year, and it will once again offer the option of a more coupe-like body.
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Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
The Volvo EX30 lineup will be expanded soon with a rugged Cross Country model A concept previewing the design of the EX30 Cross Country was shown in 2023 Timing for the EX30 Cross Country's arrival in the U.S. hasn't been announced The Volvo EX30 has finally begun deliveries in the U.S., with only a single EX30 Twin Motor Performance model.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 29, 2025
West Riding Group has acquired Bolton Car Centre (BCC Bury), bringing its total of Hyundai showrooms to four, with existing sites in Bolton, Colne and Salford. The expansion comes as part of Hyundai Motor UK’s broader retail network evolution strategy. Nick Wright (pictured centre), MD of West Riding Group, said: “As a family-owned business that has represented Hyundai for over a decade, we’re delighted to strengthen our partnership through this strategic acquisition.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 29, 2025
Rezvani's new division, established to build modern cars with retro styling, is almost ready to unveil the first completed example of its debut creation, the Porsche 911-based RR1. On Wednesday, the new Rezvani Retro division announced that the first production RR1 will debut on Feb. 5. The RR1 is based on the current 992-generation 911, with a.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 29, 2025
When NASA sent Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to the Moon , it put the best of American science and engineering to the test. As part of the Apollo program, experts from Boeing , North American Rockwell and McDonnell Douglas were all called on for their expertise, as were craftspeople from American bra manufacturer Read more.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 29, 2025
Startline research found that 62% of dealers say an improved economy would provide the biggest boost for used car sales in 2025. The January Startline Used Car Tracker surveyed 329 consumers and 58 dealers. Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, said: Pretty much every indicator showed that there was a downturn in both the general economy and consumer confidence towards the end of 2024, and that appears to have weighed heavily on these results.
Jalopnik
JANUARY 29, 2025
The pairing of F1s most popular driver and its most popular team has proven to be a marketers wet dream. However, as the focus shifts to the track, things arent going as smoothly for the seven-time F1 champion. Hamilton crashed a 2023 Ferrari F1 car during a private testing session on Wednesday, his first test Read more.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 29, 2025
TraXtion closed 2024 with strong momentum from continued customer growth and the launching of three new innovations that help dealers capture more revenue in the service lane, the company announced. Dealers lose 90% of tire business to aftermarket players, equating to more than $95 billion in lost revenue that dealers could capture in their service lanes with the right diagnostic tools, said Brad Kokesh, chief revenue and operations officer at TraXtion.
DealerOn
JANUARY 29, 2025
Recent developments have brought significant regulatory changes to the automotive industry. On January 27, 2025, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) 2023 Order on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). Meanwhile, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently invalidated the FTCs Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 29, 2025
Kudelski IoT and KEYper Systems have announced a strategic collaboration to transform key management for car dealerships. The partnership brings together the secure key storage and checkout solutions of KEYper Systems with the advanced, real-time dealership-wide key location tracking capabilities of Kudelski IoTs RecovR for Keys. Car dealerships face significant challenges due to key mismanagement, leading to operational inefficiencies and financial losses.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 29, 2025
Fueled by millions of real vehicle moves, Central Dispatchs suite of Market Intelligence solutions help increase efficiency and profit potential for dealers, transportation brokers and carriers.
Shawn Ryder
JANUARY 29, 2025
In the fast-evolving automotive industry, utilizing effective digital marketing strategies is crucial for car dealerships aiming to maximize their online presence and sales potential. With consumers increasingly turning to online platforms for their automotive needs, understanding and incorporating key marketing techniques is essential. This blog will explore various strategies that dealerships can employ to boost their visibility, drive engagement, and ultimately, increase sales.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 29, 2025
Study finds that the cost far exceeds ICE insurance.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 29, 2025
Cars.com Inc. has announced the acquisition of DealerClub, a reputation-based automotive digital wholesale auction. The company paid approximately $25 million in cash at closing. There is the potential for an additional performance-based consideration of up to $88 million based on achievement of certain financial thresholds. The transaction closed on Jan. 23, 2025.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 29, 2025
A software glitch could cause the vehicles to stall lose power.
Motor 1
JANUARY 29, 2025
Potential tariffs reportedly have VW Group thinking about expanding some of its US-based factories.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 29, 2025
Sunbit announces an integration partnership with the Reynolds and Reynolds Company. The integration, which is set to launch in Q2 2025, will enable dealerships to convert more repairorders by utilizing the Reynolds Retail Management System and Sunbit’s financing technology to leverage real-time data and prescreen customers at different stages of the service journey.
Motor 1
JANUARY 29, 2025
But it's not going to be the "sportiest, zippiest" coupe out there.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 29, 2025
RepairPal has announced a new partnership with Auto Link, a leading provider of comprehensive auto-lending solutions for financial institutions. This collaboration will empower banks, credit unions and financial service providers to optimize their auto-lending programs and provide enhanced value to their customers through a fully integrated platform.
Motor 1
JANUARY 29, 2025
The US Department of Transportation is blaming the higher costs of new cars on recent regulations.
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
Scout will be unable to sell its EVs in the same state it builds them. The VW-backed company’s direct sales plan is illegal in South Carolina. SC lawmakers gave Scout $1.3 bn to build a factory in Blythewood. Along certain sections of the US southern border, Mexican towns are so close that its occupants can see, hear, and smell the America many of them would love to enjoy, but can’t access.
Motor 1
JANUARY 29, 2025
The recall affects nearly 300,000 Honda Pilots, Acura TLXs, and MDXs with V-6 engines.
Autocar
JANUARY 29, 2025
Streamlined shape is inspired by the historic 40 CV des Records 'Laboratory on wheels' has been created to push the boundaries of efficiency in battery-electric vehicles The Renault Filante Record 2025 has been created as a "laboratory on wheels" to push the boundaries of energy efficiency in EVsand uses new technology and materials that will trickle down into future production cars.
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
Flexis has unveiled three new commercial vans, which will be launched in Europe next year. They’re based on an electric skateboard platform and will offer a range of up to 280 miles. The company is a joint venture between Renault, Volvo Group, and CMA CGM. Flexis Mobility burst onto the scene last year as a joint venture between Renault Group , Volvo Group, and shipping company CMA CGM.
CarExpert
JANUARY 29, 2025
China is now the third-largest importer of new vehicles in Australia, and it doesn’t look like slowing down any time soon. Last year, 210,113 new cars made in China were delivered to Australian customers, representing just under 17 per cent of the 1,237,287 total deliveries made in the record 2024 market. Its a sharp increase in exports from the world’s second most populous nation and Australia’s biggest trade partner, which accounted for just 1.7 per cent of the local auto mar
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
Tesla’s new EVs will use parts from existing platforms and aspects of the next-gen platform. Prices haven’t been confirmed but will likely sit around $30,000, undercutting the 3 and Y. In June, Tesla will launch a paid self-driving service in Austin and could expand it to other cities. Tesla didn’t have the best financial year in 2024, but during an earnings call today, it painted a rosier picture for 2025.
CarExpert
JANUARY 29, 2025
Korean luxury brand Genesis will introduce its first hot Magma model in Australia in 2026, and we’re in line to receive a raft of them. Revealed only in concept form thus far although it will soon be pelted around the Mount Panorama circuit by racing legend Jacky Ickx the GV60 Magma will be the first vehicle from Genesis’ new line of higher-performance vehicles. “Were going to launch it in Q4 this year in Korea, maybe Q1 next year in Australia,” Genesis global boss Mike
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
This British Racing Green Jaguar F-Type competed for five consecutive years across Europe. The most expensive D-Type ever sold fetched over $21 million in 2016. The iconic Jaguar has been part of a private collection in the US for the past 16 years. Classic racing cars don’t get much more iconic or as gorgeous as the Jaguar D-Type, and in early March, one of the most revered D-Types is heading to auction.
Autocar
JANUARY 29, 2025
Cars such as the MG HS are fast becoming a familiar part of the British landscape This may be the year in which so many new Chinese car brands finally hit UK showrooms. Within a soup that has been augmented with new ingredients only rarely over the years, we will rather suddenly have Jaecoos , Havals , Leapmotors , Xpengs, IMs and more to get to know.
Carscoops
JANUARY 29, 2025
Buyers choosing Infiniti’s new QX80 SUV can get it at a significantly lower price. Those who manage to combine all discounts could score up to $16,000 off. However, there are some stipulations about how buyers can get this deal. The new Infiniti QX80 marks a positive shift for the brand as it strives to reestablish itself in the competitive US luxury market.
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