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Renault sales surge in Belgium in February. Another disappointing month for Belgian new car sales in February at -8.1% year-on-year to 40,161 units. This way, the year-to-date tally recedes -10.7% or almost 10,000 sales to 80,755. BMW (-1.3%) leads the brands charts again but drops to 10.7% share after reaching a record 14.8% last month. Volkswagen (+6.1%) advances to #2 but the best performer of the month is Renault up a stellar 84.1% to climb to #3 overall.
Dodge has reduced pricing on several Durango and Hornet trims across the lineup. The Hornet now starts at $29,995, offering a savings of $1,590 for buyers. The Durango also sees sizeable cuts, including a six-figure discount on the Hellcat. Stellantis had a weird fixation on premium pricing and this helped to drive sales into the ground. While Jeep is the poster child of this madness, Dodge hasn’t exactly been a wallflower.
VW Tiguan sales are up 260.7% year-on-year in February. Yet another negative month in Finland with new car sales off -10.9% year-on-year in February to 4,700 units. The year-to-date total is off -12% as a result to 10,363. Once again hit full frontal (-26.7%), Toyota however easily remains the most popular carmaker in the country with 15.6% share. Volkswagen (+42.8%) goes completely against the grain in 2nd place with a fantastic uptick.
Big-battery model yields a range of 434 miles Circa-70k fastback is positioned as brand's technological flagship, with trick on-board computers The all-new ES90 is the first electric Volvo thats not an SUV and the slippery hatchback has a range well in excess of 400 miles. The Swedish brand is positioning the five-metre-long ES90 as its technological flagship, thanks to a series of advanced features and mighty computing power that will allow it to be extensively updated and refreshed with new fe
The Mazda6 is up to #5 in Saudi Arabia in January. 67,923 new vehicles found a buyer in Saudi Arabia in January, a solid 7.7% year-on-year increase. Toyota (+8%) matches the market and continues to be well ahead of its competitors at 28.5% share.
Alpine has released images showing its A390 testing near the Arctic. First interior picture reveals same steering wheel as A290 hot hatch. The Porsche Macan Electric rival makes its global debut on May 27. Bouyed by a Car of the Year win for its A290 hot hatch, Alpine is building up a buzz about the next car in its reinvention plan. The Renault performance division just dropped a load of images of the A390 crossover undergoing winter tests ahead of a May 27 reveal.
The Suzuki Vitara is #1 in Croatia in February. 2025 e-Vitara model shown. New car sales in Croatia recede -5.5% year-on-year in February to 4,239 units, leading to a year-to-date volume off -2.8% to 8,700. Skoda (+5%) easily reclaims the brands top spot from Volkswagen (-2.2%) with 15.4% share vs. 10.4%. Just below is Suzuki (+2.8%) at 10.3% of the market.
The limited-run 2025 CVO Road Glide RR has a 2,153 cc engine with 153 hp and 150 lb-ft (204 Nm). Harley-Davidson has installed heaps of high-end parts, including Phlins shocks and Brembo brakes. Just 131 examples of the limited series motorcycle will be produced, exclusively for the U.S. market. When most people imagine a race-bred motorcycle , Harley-Davidson is probably the last brand that comes to mind.
The limited-run 2025 CVO Road Glide RR has a 2,153 cc engine with 153 hp and 150 lb-ft (204 Nm). Harley-Davidson has installed heaps of high-end parts, including Phlins shocks and Brembo brakes. Just 131 examples of the limited series motorcycle will be produced, exclusively for the U.S. market. When most people imagine a race-bred motorcycle , Harley-Davidson is probably the last brand that comes to mind.
The BYD Shark 6 sold over 2,000 units across two months. The Australian new vehicle market endures its7th decline in the past 8 months in February at -7.9% to 96,710 units. This is however the 2nd highest February volume in history below only last year. The year-to-date tally after 2 months is down -5.4% to 184,335. Petrol sales drop -13% to 40,496, diesel is down -16.1% to 26,863, but the big news are next: hybrids soar 34.7% to 15,348, BEVs plunge -43.8% to 5,684 mainly due to Tesla off -71.9%
Nissan’s CEO has admitted it will be difficult for the company to survive without outside help. The automaker’s nomination committee could meet on March 6 to discuss next steps. Makoto Uchida has warned shareholders to expect a $536 million net loss. While a merger between Nissan and Honda is off the table, a new report suggests that Nissan is reportedly considering accepting some investment from its fellow Japanese carmaker.
The Mini Cooper is the best-selling car in the UK In February. The UK new car market edges down -1% year-on-year in February to 84,054 units, this still being the 2nd highest February volume in the past 20 years. The year-to-date volume is down off -1.9% to 223,399. Private sales are back up 4.6% to 29,947 and 35.6% share vs. 33.7% a year ago, reversing a recent trend that saw private sales lose ground.
VW claims Prestige Imports has consistently failed to meet sales targets for over a decade. Since 2011, the dealer has reportedly achieved just over half of its required sales volume. VW initially sent a deficiency letter to the NY dealership in October 2010 and again in 2024. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a dealership can’t meet its targets for over a decade, here’s a juicy example.
The Hyundai Tucson remains the favourite of Irish customers. After a solid start of the year, Irish new car sales stumble in February at -14.8% to 14,002 units. This is enough to pull the year-to-date tally into negative territory at -0.8% to 47,473. Strikingly, 10 of the Top 12 brands are in negative this month. Toyota (-11.5%) resists better than the market but at 11.5% share it is well below the 16% it commanded in January.
"Rather than bring a V90, for example, are we better to position [the XC60] in a slightly different way?" Brand boss cites limited room in product strategy, plus limited resources, as incentivising sales of more popular SUVs Volvo is preparing for a future without traditional estate cars but believes it is already launching models that offer the same qualities.
2023-2025 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon models now feature strengthened roof panels. Affected models can be dented during the high-pressure drying stage at a touchless car wash. General Motors has issued a service bulletin to address the issue for customer-owned vehicles. When you think of rugged pickup trucks like the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, you probably expect them to be tough, BEING able to take on whatever the world throws at them.
The February new car market turned in a subdued performance but looking at the performance of individual brands, there were clear winners and losers for the month. In an overall market that fell -1%, Chinese brand BYD continued to surge ahead with registrations up 334.3% to 1,177 units followed by Polestar, which saw a 98.8% increase to 515 units for the month.
Rivian's chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid, took to X to announce the availability of over-the-air upgrades that add power and range to certain versions of the R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck. In a post on Feb. 28, Bensaid revealed that an upgrade for models with the standard Dual-Motor powertrain increases output to the Dual-Motor Performance.
Ford Australia’s Director of Marketing had some things to say about the Toyota Land Cruiser. Ambrose Henderson said that the Prado is a “formidable competitor” but is “compromised” The Ford Ranger was Australia’s best-seller in 2024, but Toyota remains the best-selling brand. It’s always interesting when a big-name exec takes a jab at a competitor, especially when it’s a heavyweight like Toyota.
Volvo on Wednesday unveiled the ES90, a fully electric midsize liftback and the newest member of the automaker's 90-series flagship lineup. The ES90 serves as an electric alternative to the S90, but instead of that model's traditional trunk lid, it features a sloping rear hatch for easier access to the cargo hold. Rear storage space is 15 cubic.
A man bought a $28,000 RAM 2500 from a person on Facebook marketplace. Two weeks later, police surrounded him and took that truck away for good. It turns out that it was stolen and a clone of a different Ram in another state. Imagine paying for a new-to-you vehicle used vehicle, convinced you’ve done all your due diligence, only to discover the deal isn’t what it seemed.
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.Every1 electric hatch concept car The concept previews a Mini Cooper rival due in 2027 with a price tag of about 20,000 euros The concept is based on a low-cost version of the MEB platform Volkswagen is developing an entry-level electric vehicle set to debut in 2027, with a targeted starting price of around 20,000.
The new Chevrolet Vintage program will restore classic models from the 1960s-1990s. Some of the most memorable cars in the program include the Opala, Chevette, and 3100. GM is already working on restoring a 1990 Monza Classic EF and a Chevrolet C10. Chevrolet has launched an intriguing restoration and restomod service for some of its classic models, but there’s a catch: it’s currently limited to the Brazilian market.
If reliability and value are your customers top priorities for a used car, you might want to make sure the Honda Fit is on your lot. The subcompact hatchback, which was discontinued by Honda in 2020, is the most reliable 5- and 10-year-old vehicle for the money, according to the latest research from iSeeCars. The automotive search engine and research website analyzed the prices of more than 700,000 used cars along with the odometer readings of more than 368 million used vehicles from its Longest
Range of "at least" 155 miles could mean the ID 1 can't go as far as the previous e-Up Volkswagen's affordable electric car is finally on the way but with a range of only around 155 miles Theres a lot to like about the Volkswagen ID 1. In an age when cars are forever growing bigger, heres a proper city car that's right-sized and looks great. A mainstream car brand committing to the A-segment is something to celebrate.
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for certain versions of the current-generation S-Class due to a potential brake fluid leak, which could lead to longer stopping distances, and thus increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects specific S-Class models from the 2021-2023 model years, including those from the Maybach ultra-luxury division. The.
ID Every1 uses new 94bhp motor, giving a claimed top speed of 81mph Spiritual successor to the Up is described as the 'last piece in the puzzle' in VW's line-up Volkswagen has vowed to realise its long-held goal of an affordable 17,000 electric car in 2027 with the arrival of the production version of the new ID Every1 concept car. Described by Volkswagen as a model from Europe for Europe, the new car will serve as the spiritual successor to the Up as an A-segment city car and become the entry p
Mercedes-Benz has been spotted testing a new CLA-Class Shooting Brake Underpinning the vehicle is the new MMA platform Both hybrid and fully electric versions are planned Mercedes-Benz is developing a redesigned CLA-Class set to launch next year as a 2026 model in the U.S. For the new generation, the compact sedan will be available with both.
The drivers hatchback continues to live up to its name after one final update Time stops for nothing, not even the Ford Focus.It follows the Fiesta in being one of those combustion-only legacy cars that stands between its maker transferring the line-up to electrified power. Fords CEO is deeply convinced the future is electric and because of this, the Focus won't see production beyond 2025 in spite of rivals persevering with combustion and scaling back their EV shift.In contrast to the brave new
Our spy photographers caught the first prototype of the next-gen CLA Shooting Brake. The model follows the example of its predecessors, adopting a sleek wagon silhouette. As with the regular CLA sedan, it is expected to offer EV and hybrid powertrain options. Mercedes is getting ready to unveil the all-new CLA in electric and ICE flavors. While the company has decided to cut down the number of its compact models, the fastback sedan will soon be joined by a Shooting Brake version, with the first
The cost of entry into the Honda CR-V range has dropped significantly for 2025. The base VTi X+ is now priced at $41,900 drive-away , a reduction of $2800, while the flagship e:HEV RS is $500 cheaper at $59,900 drive-away. Otherwise, the CR-V range is unchanged in terms of pricing and specifications. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.
The Volvo ES90 has made its long-awaited debut as the brand’s new flagship EV. The ES90 is effectively the S90 sedan’s EV replacement and will sit at the top of the Volvo range. Arriving as a liftback, the rear of the ES90 features a tailgate that is not unlike that found in the Tesla Model S. This should be a boon for usability with a larger opening compared to a traditional trunk.
The special van is based on Rivian’s RCV 500 and has a 100 kWh battery pack. An extra air conditioner unit has been installed to keep everything cool. The first two vans will be used at pop-up events throughout Vermont. Rivian originally built its Electric Delivery van exclusively for Amazon , having inked a partnership with the retail giant in 2019 to deliver more than 100,000 examples.
Ray Chapman Motors is celebrating the 25th anniversary of one of its longest standing employees. Steve Bingham, service advisor at Ray Chapman Motors Malton, joined Ray Chapman in February 2000, aged 18, as an apprentice technician, embarking on a journey of growth and learning within the automotive industry. Over the past 25 years, he progressed to become a level three technician.
Vehicles eligible for a $1,000 discount include the Audi A3, Q3, Q4 e-tron, and Q4 Sportback e-tron. Several Audi models can get up to $2,000 off, including the A5, Q5, Q7, Q8, and e-tron GT. Soon after Costco’s Auto Program introduced a slew of discounts for several GM models, new savings were announced for new Audi models. The discounts will be available from March 4 through April 30 and unlike the GM deal that was mainly limited to EVs, the savings are available for both ICE and EV mode
The automotive market in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is thriving, driven by a growing population and an increasing demand for vehicles. For car dealerships in the area, staying competitive means embracing digital marketing strategies that enhance online visibility and customer engagement. At Shawn Ryder Digital, we specialize in helping car dealerships throughout Kalamazoo County and across Michigan not only adapt but thrive in the digital era.
With digital marketing evolving at an unprecedented pace, automotive dealerships need to stay ahead of the curve to capture customers where they spend their time. TikTok, the fastest-growing social media platform, has just launched TikTok Automotive Ads, a new service designed to help dealerships and automotive brands reach in-market buyers more effectively.
Volvo gave us a glimpse of the new EX60 crossover, ahead of its launch next year. It will ride on the new SPA3 platform, which will eventually underpin all future Volvos. The XC60 recently got a facelift with styling tweaks and a new infotainment system. After a series of high-profile leaks, Volvo finally unveiled the ES90 mid-size sedan earlier today.
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