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Luxembourg January 2025: BMW and Mercedes topple Volkswagen

Best Selling Cars Blog

BMW is the most popular carmaker in Luxembourg in January. The Luxembourg new car market edges up 2.6% year-on-year in January to 3,720 units. BMW (+10.9%) scores a 4th win in the past 14 month with 12.8% share, its highest since December 2023 (14.4%). Mercedes (+30.5%) manages a splendid year-on-year gain to jump three spots on December to #2, both carmakers toppling last year’s leader Volkswagen (-11%).

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2026 Genesis GV90 Prototype’s Bi-Motor AWD Is No Match For A Snowy Ditch

Carscoops

A prototype of the 2026 Genesis GV90 has been spied in an embarrassing position. The production version of last year’s Neolun electric SUV had to be towed from a snowy ditch. Genesis is targeting Tesla’s Model X with the GV90, which has separate second-row seats. Automaker test drivers do their best to steer clear of spy photographers wherever possible, but there wasn’t much these engineers could do to prevent our prototype hunters from getting some juicy details about the 2026

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Iceland January 2025: Kia leads, places Sportage at #1 and EV3 at #4

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Kia EV3 is an instant blockbuster in Iceland. New car sales in Iceland rally back up 29.8% year-on-year in January to 593 units, keeping in mind January 2024 was down -37.5% on the year prior. The winner of the month is Kia, up 277.4% to a splendid 19.7% share. It distances a struggling Toyota (-16%). Hyundai (+168%), Tesla (+241.7%) and Mercedes (+72.7%) round out the Top 5 in stellar fashion, with Volvo (+100%) and Skoda (+122.2%) also performing extremely well in the remainder of the Top

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Volvo Cross Country goes electric with 4x4 version of EX30

Autocar

Cross Country sits 19mm higher than regular EX30 and rides on all-terrain tyres Rugged variant of Volvo's smallest car becomes the first SUV or EV to wear its Cross Country badge The Volvo EX30 has spawned a jacked-up, off-road-focused model that has become the first EV and first SUV to use Volvo s Cross Country badge. Compared with the standard version, the EX30 Cross Country has been raised by 19mm, is fitted with chunky front and rear skidplates, can be optioned with mudflapsand is shod with

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Mauritius Full Year 2024: Suzuki surges ahead in record market

Best Selling Cars Blog

Suzuki holds 25.2% of the Mauritius market in 2024. Consult 13 years of Mauritius Historical Data here It's another record - the third year in a row - for new vehicle sales in Mauritius, up by a fantastic 19.8% year-on-year to 17,124 units. Suzuki (+48.

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2027 Genesis GV90 spied with Neolun concept-inspired design

Motor Authority

Genesis has been spotted testing a full-size electric SUV, expected to be called the GV90 The Genesis Neolun concept unveiled in 2024 previewed the design A market launch in 2026 is currently anticipated Genesis' biggest SUV at present is the midsize GV80, but the automaker has been spotted testing a full-size offering tipped to be badged as the.

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Toyota GR Gives HiAce Van A Sporty Makeover

Carscoops

The Toyota HiAce carries on in Japan for 2025, which marks its 21st model year. The van is now available with optional upgrades from GR Parts, focused on styling. Modellista also offers a range of accessories, including aero bits and interior trim. Toyota Gazoo Racing might be getting ready to expand its lineup with more sports cars , but not everything that wears the GR logo has to be tailored for handling and performance.

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New generation of talent key to supporting ‘green growth decade’

Motor Trader

Top employers in the UK automotive sector are investing in a major skills drive to grow apprenticeship numbers by almost a sixth in 2025, says the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) at the start of National Apprenticeship Week 2025 (10-16 February). This academic year, 550 new apprentices have already joined the sector, with an additional 740 apprenticeships still available.

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Dodge Hornet GLH reportedly starts production in 2025

Motor Authority

A couple of years ago, Dodge rolled out a pair of Hornet GLH concepts to showcase various tuner parts it was considering offering through its Direct Connection aftermarket parts portfolio. Now, there’s talk that a Hornet GLH model is headed for production—and soon. Quoting comments made by Dodge CEO Matt McAlear during a January.

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New Range Rover Special Costs Over Half A Million Dollars In Oz

Carscoops

Land Rover has introduced a new special edition of the Range Rover SUV in Australia. The Range Rover SV Bespoke Collins Edition is named after a major street in Melbourne. Production is limited to five units, with a starting price of AU$ 507,047 (US$ 318,400). Land Rover has introduced yet another ultra-limited special edition in Australia, featuring bespoke elements and a hefty price tag.

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2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country is your rugged subcompact EV

Motor Authority

The Volvo EX30 lineup has been expanded with a rugged Cross Country model U.S. sales are scheduled to start later in 2025 Pricing information will be announced closer to the market launch The Volvo EX30 has officially started reaching customers in the U.S., though for now, only a flagship EX30 Twin Motor Performance variant is available.

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VW’s Electric T-Roc Won’t Be A Gas Model With Batteries

Carscoops

VW has confirmed that the next-gen Golf and T-Roc EVs will be built at the Wolfsburg plant. Both models will ride on the SSP architecture, and will arrive towards the end of the decade. The EV is different from the ICE-powered T-Roc which is getting a new generation in 2025. Volkswagen is getting ready to unveil the new generation of the T-Roc, but the ICE-powered model won’t be the only one in the lineup.

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2025 Chevy Blazer EV SS undercuts Ioniq 5 N at $61,995

Motor Authority

The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer SS has gone on sale, more than a year later than originally promised A standard dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain delivers a peak of 615 hp with Wide Open Watts mode Pricing starts at $61,995, including destination It's been three years since the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS was first shown, but the high-performance.

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Foreign investors eye up UK dealer groups as takeover targets

Motor Trader

Foreign investors continue to eye up dealer groups in the UK with their property value a magnet for potential takeovers. Thats a key finding of the Automotive Annual Market Commentary from property expert Savills, which charted investments made by foreign investors in the past two years. Acquisitions included US dealer Group 1 paying 346m for Inchcapes UK dealer business and Alpha Auto paying 465m for Lookers.

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6 Ways to Improve Dealership Lead Quality Fast

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6 Ways to Improve Dealership Lead Quality Fast Learn 6 effective ways to improve dealership lead quality fast. Attract high-value customers and close more deals with this guide. Here’s what you’ll find in this article: 1. Optimize Your Website 2. Leverage Data and Analytics 3. Refine Your Marketing Efforts 4. Strengthen Your Social Media Presence 5.

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Analysts gauge the state of wholesale vehicle prices one month into 2025

Auto Remarketing

The year started off with expectations there might be a return to normal in the used-car market. Well, that doesnt exactly appear to be the case one month into 2025. Industry observers releasing wholesale vehicle price indices last week noted uncertainty and surprises in the market to begin the year. At Black Book, the Used Vehicle Retention Index came in at 146.3 last month, down 1.2% month-over-month and 2.5% softer than January 2024.

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RockED, Impel Partner for Automotive AI Certification Program

AutoSuccessOnline

RockED announced that it is partnering with Impel to launch the industrys first standardized AI certification. The Automotive AI certification program will arm dealership employees and workers throughout the industry with practical knowledge designed to help them work collaboratively with AI technology across critical dealership functions, including sales, service, merchandising and marketing.

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Holden Kia Norwich set for grand opening following transformation

Motor Trader

Holden Kia Norwich will officially open its new showroom, reflecting Kias latest brand evolution, this week following a transformation. A Grand Opening Upgrade Event will take place from 13 to 17 February offering exclusive benefits and deals for customers looking to upgrade to a 25 plate Kia or a used car. Darren Anderson, general manager at Holden Kia Norwich, said: Were looking forward to welcoming both new and existing customers to visit our showroom, enjoy a tour of the latest models and ex

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2025 Best Vehicle Buys Named

AutoDealer Today

Ford represents American automakers in annual recommendations to consumers.

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Highnote, Fasten Rewards Launch Consumer Credit Card Rewards Program

AutoSuccessOnline

Highnote announced the launch of a new consumer credit card program with Fasten Rewards. Leveraging Highnote’s customizable platform, Fasten aims to strengthen the relationship between drivers and dealerships by providing access to an innovative credit card which rewards consumers for auto loan or lease payments while increasing dealership loyalty, engagement and sales velocity.

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England goalkeeper goes electric at Alan Day New Southgate

Motor Trader

England and Evertons No.1 goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford, has taken delivery of his new BYD Seal Excellence from Alan Day BYD New Southgate. Darran Clarke, head of marketing at Alan Day Motor Group, said: Were delighted to hand over the BYD Seal Excellence to Jordan Pickford. As a top-performing athlete, he deserves a car that matches his high standards and the BYD Seal does exactly that.

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ASC Certifies Gubagoo Products for Google Analytics 4

AutoSuccessOnline

Gubagoo announced its Virtual Retailing and ChatSmart products are officially certified by the Automotive Standards Council (ASC). This important certification helps automotive dealers, vendors and manufacturers join forces to support the industrys best interests in creating universal standards and guidelines for the transition to Google Analytics 4 (GA4).

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BYD Ignites Self-Driving Price War, Fits ‘God’s Eye’ ADAS Tech To $9,600 EV

Carscoops

BYD says it will fit its ‘God’s Eye’ driver-assist system to cars costing as little as $9,600. More than 20 models will benefit from smart driving tech, including the Seagull hatch. God’s Eye comes in three levels, the top two versions relying on Lidar sensors. Not content with making electric power affordable in new cars for used-car money , BYD now wants to democratize driver-assist technology.

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The 10 most popular car brands on Australian roads

CarExpert

Australias automotive landscape has undergone big changes in the past decade, with the demise of local manufacturing bringing a downturn for some popular brands. The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) this week released its annual Dealernomics report, detailing key car industry statistics as 2025 begins. This includes a Top 10 list of the brands with the most vehicles on Australian roads, and theres been a notable change on the podium.

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Bugatti Tourbillon Hits the Track To Unleash Its V-16 Fury

Motor 1

Although a prototype, this is how the production car will sound.

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The hidden meaning behind Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl car

Auto Blog

When Kendrick Lamar took center stage at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, his entrance wasnt just about spectacle, it was a statement. Squatting on the hood of a 1987 Buick GNX, Lamar transformed a rare 1980s muscle car into a symbol of personal and artistic significance. For some fans, the choice of vehicle may have seemed like a simple nod to classic hip-hop aesthetics, but in reality, the GNXs presence carried layers of meaning, tying together Lamars past, present, and musical ethos.

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Porsche 911 Dakar set to return with GTS hybrid powertrain

Autocar

New Dakar will be a limited proposition, as with the previous version (pictured) All-weather, all-road sports car is due to get 911 GTS's innovative T-Hybrid technology Porsche is set to bring back the 911 Dakar with hybrid power and the promise of even greater on- and off-road performance. Senior sources have told Autocar that the upgraded model is under development at the firms Weissach engineering centre and it is planned to form part of the German car makers facelifted 992-series 911 line-up

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The Chevrolet Blazer EV SS Has More Power Than Initially Announced

Motor 1

Chevy's EV crossover has 615 horsepower in its most potent form. That helps it run from 0-60 mph in 3.

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Tesla Cybertruck owner still loves his pickup, even after it drove him into a pole

CarExpert

Tesla Cybertruck owners continue to prove that love is blind, not only by overlooking the electric pickups questionable design but also its flawed semi-autonomous driving systems. The latest victim of placing too much trust into Teslas so-called Full Self-Driving technology was US man Jonathan Challinger, who claims his Cybertruck drove into a pole while the advanced driver assist system was active.

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Believe It or Not, This Isn't a Real Koenigsegg Jesko

Motor 1

It's an amazing replica with a four-cylinder powertrain from a Toyota Camry. and no front brakes.

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Toyota Trademarks GR Celica Name

Carscoops

Toyota Motor Corporation recently filed a trademark for the GR Celica nameplate in Brazil. Company officials have confirmed the Celica’s return to the lineup in the near future. The model will likely feature a new turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, producing up to 400 hp. Toyota has confirmed the Celica nameplate is making a comeback, set to be sold alongside the next-generation GR 86.

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BMW's Centerlock Wheels Are Stupid Expensive

Motor 1

The complete kit costs nearly $20,000.

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VW CEO Races Against Golf R Lead Engineer

Carscoops

VW CEO Thomas Schafer faced off against VW R lead engineer Jonas Thielebein. The CEO drove a Golf R Black Edition, while the engineer chose the Golf R Wagon. The challenge included a quarter-mile race, track battle, and several drift attempts. Even corporate executives need a break from strategy meetings and PowerPoint marathons. Volkswagen decided to spice things up for its CEO, Thomas Schafer, by throwing him into a friendly competition against Jonas Thielebein, the lead engineer of the VW R d

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Volvo EX30 Cross Country: This Is It

Motor 1

The small electric crossover gets a jacked-up suspension and all-terrain tires.

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£90 million of road improvements to cut journey times by up to 25 per cent

Auto Express

Labour has announced additional funding for four major road projects set to be completed in the next few years

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See Photos Of America’s Mercedes-AMG SL63 Manufaktur Golden Coast

Carscoops

The first example of Mercedes’ limited-run SL63 Manufaktur Golden Coast has arrived in the US. Only 100 units of the SL63 Golden Coast will be available globally, carrying premium pricing. Exclusive Kalahari Gold Magno paint, inspired by golden sand beaches, adds a unique flair. The latest addition to Mercedes-AMG’s high-performance convertible lineup has arrived: the 2025 SL63 Manufaktur Golden Coast.

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Wrecked: This Mazda 2.0L Skyactiv Engine Put a Rod Through the Block

Motor 1

Part of the exploding connecting rod cap got lodged between the block and crank.

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