Motor Authority
AUGUST 10, 2024
Rivian is looking to patent a vehicle accessory system that works like a trailer hitch. A Rivian patent application for this feature was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on July 4, but was filed by Rivian in late 2022. In the document, Rivian details the use of two brackets to hold accessories, which attach to.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla Continue reading Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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Motor Authority
AUGUST 10, 2024
The 2025 BMW i5, the electric version of the 5-Series midsize luxury sedan, returns essentially unchanged for its second year on the market. The base price is $68,275, which includes a mandatory $1,175 destination charge, applies to the base i5 eDrive40. This rear-wheel-drive model generates 335 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque from its single motor.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
The Zonda Arrivederci is owned by a U.S. collector but has been kept hidden in storage. A bespoke silver-finished carbon fiber body distinguishes it from all other Zondas. Power likely comes from a 7.3-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine. The Pagani Utopia Roadster won’t be the only hypercar from the Italian marque to premiere at Monterey Car Week , as a special Zonda will also be showcased during the festivities.
Motor Authority
AUGUST 10, 2024
Rivian is looking to patent a vehicle accessory system that works like a trailer hitch. A Rivian patent application for this feature was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Jul. 4, 2024, but was filed by Rivian in late 2022. In the document, Rivian details use of two brackets to hold accessories, which attach to each.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
A mysterious Porsche spotted at LAX hints at an upcoming reveal during Monterey Car Week. It shares design cues with the 993 GT1 Strassenversion but lacks key features like a rear wing. Porsche says it has no official knowledge of the car, fueling speculation about its origin. An intriguing Porsche was recently snapped being unloaded off a plane at the Los Angeles International Airport and it’s left enthusiasts scratching their heads about what exactly they’re looking at.
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
The Tesla Model Y was not only the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) in Australia last year, it was also the best-selling car in the world. No, not just electric car – car, period. It outsold other popular SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 , as well as stalwart passenger cars like the Toyota Corolla. The Model Y sure doesn’t make it easy for rivals in Australia.
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Autocar
AUGUST 10, 2024
Mobilize Duo and a cargo variant called the Bento are set to arrive next year With the new Mobilize Duo around the corner, is there still a market for tiny EVs in the UK? I’m pleased to see the Renault Twizy replacement will arrive in the UK, and I’m not a little surprised, given I didn’t think the previous one set the world alight when it was here the first time around.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
Our pets can say a lot about who we are as a person. Take dogs as just one very clear example of that. Why does one individual have a Great Dane while another prefers a pup that can fit in a purse? Often, the breed they have connects to something intrinsic inside of them. Our cars can indicate a lot about who we are as well. They can tell others how we view ourselves, what types of things we value, and even about aspirations we might have.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: Green , Ford , Motorcycle , Electric Continue reading Ford expands the Bronco and Mustang range to e-bikes Ford expands the Bronco and Mustang range to e-bikes originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
Antonio Ginestri, the teenager known as Squeeze Benz on YouTube, is in jail again. This time, he’s facing charges related to several ATM and luxury handbag thefts. Police identified a stolen BMW X7 that they claim Ginestri drove during some of the heists. Squeeze Benz taunted police in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut for months. In May, authorities from the NYPD and New Jersey Public Safety Commission alleged that 19-year-old Antonio Ginestri was that same influencer.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: By the Numbers , Earnings/Financials , Government/Legal , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading China's domestic auto sales fall in July, its exports jump about 20% China's domestic auto sales fall in July, its exports jump about 20% originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 01:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
Toyota has agreed to a $7,500 settlement for plaintiffs involved in the lawsuit. California Camry owners can receive up to $100 for out-of-pocket HVAC repair expenses. The lawsuit claims mold growth in the HVAC system caused persistent foul odors in Camrys. If you own a 2012-2015 Toyota Camry that was purchased or leased in California, you may be eligible for a $100 payment from the company.
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
It’s a tale as old as time: which SUV is right for me? Toyota Yaris Cross Hyundai Venue The Toyota Yaris Cross and Hyundai Venue have been consistent players in the light SUV space, though both trail behind the best-selling Mazda CX-3 on the sales charts. The Toyota Yaris Cross received tech upgrades for 2024, including a new infotainment and safety kit upgrades, along with minor styling tweaks.
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
Volvo increases price of EX90 electric SUV after initial announcement. EX90 will launch with missing features, to be added via future updates. Some Volvo retailers believe the price hike will prompt buyers to cancel orders. Volvo has yet to start deliveries of the all-electric EX90 in the U.S., and already, it has jacked up prices to more than $81,000, all while revealing that local models will lack a slew of safety features at launch.
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
In recent times there have been questions raised as to whether the grid will cope with the threat of widespread electric vehicle adoption. In fact, both here and abroad, some pundits have argued the case is closed, and the power grid and mass electric vehicle adoption are incompatible. Is this true? What organisations are analysing the pace of EV adoption in Australia?
Carscoops
AUGUST 10, 2024
A Mercedes-Benz driver escaped NYPD pursuit after a tense standoff. The luxury car, possibly stolen, outran three NYPD cruisers. The incident, caught on video, shows the Merc avoiding police blockade and fleeing. New York can be a very wild city so seeing the unexpected there shouldn’t always come as a shock. Still, some instances where a driver seems to intentionally strike a police car are another matter altogether.
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
The 2025 Kia Seltos remains largely unchanged for another year, but there’s been a minor price increase across the board. Kia Australia calls the price rise a “small economic increase,” ranging from $70 for front-wheel drive variants to $90 for all-wheel drive grades. However, this only applies to the list price, with nationwide drive-away prices unchanged year-on-year.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Safety , Electric Continue reading South Korea to hold emergency meeting after EV fires raise safety concerns South Korea to hold emergency meeting after EV fires raise safety concerns originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 11:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
The rumour mill is in full swing again, after an American motoring journalist claimed Subaru was bringing back the WRX STI. A new rumour has sparked hope of a Subaru WRX STI being brought back as the company’s high-performance model. During a recent episode of the Spike’s Car Radio podcast, co-host and motoring journalist Jonny Lieberman – Senior Features Editor at US magazine MotorTrend – eluded to a new-generation WRX STI coming from Subaru. “Subaru is bringing the STI back,&
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Driving , Emerging Technologies , Infrastructure Continue reading Boston's awful traffic might soon get better thanks to Google's AI Boston's awful traffic might soon get better thanks to Google's AI originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
Ahead of its imminent arrival in Australia in the latter half of 2024, Chinese manufacturer Xpeng is set on topping the sales charts. Xpeng has set its goal of becoming a household electric vehicle (EV) name in Australia, as the brand looks to launch its first model, a mid-sized SUV, in the latter half of 2024. Jason Clarke, the CEO of True EV – Xpeng’s Australian importer and distributor – said the Chinese manufacturer aims to challenge the top five companies in the EV market by utilising premi
Auto Blog
AUGUST 10, 2024
Filed under: Jeep , Automotive History , SUV Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport 4WD with manual transmission Junkyard Gem: 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport 4WD with manual transmission originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
The majority of the development budget went into improving the efficiency of the new and updated Porsche Taycan electric car, according to the German car maker. The majority of the development effort was poured into improving the updated Porsche Taycan ’s real-world driving range, according to the product’s spokesperson. Speaking to Australian media at the local launch of the new Porsche model, Taycan and Panamera spokesperson Mayk Wienkotter revealed 29 per cent of development costs went to bet
Motor 1
AUGUST 10, 2024
Sludge buildup from a lack of oil changes can do catastrophic damage to your engine. This EcoBoost motor suffered the consequences.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
The Hyundai Santa Fe has had quite the glow-up for the new model, with Land Rover-like looks and frugal hybrid power. Here’s why it’s one of the best family SUVs on sale at this price. Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Elite There is no mistaking the new Hyundai Santa Fe seven-seat SUV for its predecessor.
Motor 1
AUGUST 10, 2024
It absolutely won't try to wipe out human civilization after building an X5. Probably.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
If you wanted to grab a deal on the outgoing Prado you’ve missed the boat, with the used market or a wait-list for the new model the only options. All stock of the current-generation Toyota Prado has been sold, with buyers now needing to head to the used car market to get hold of one ahead of the new model arriving later this year. Toyota Australia has confirmed there is no available stock left of the outgoing Prado (150 Series), with just a handful now waiting to be delivered to existing
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
The Chery Omoda 5 range continues to expand in Australia, as does its sales reach. It has quickly risen to an average of 4.0 per cent market share in the burgeoning mainstream small SUV segment, which is no mean feat. Still haven’t heard of Chery? It’s one of China’s biggest car manufacturers, enjoying a rebirth in Australia after a failed first life under independent distributor Ateco between 2011 and 2015.
Drive.com
AUGUST 10, 2024
The Schuppan-Porsche 962CR was a road-legal Le Mans racer that cost almost $3 million when new in 1992 Group C. Was there ever a more evocative set of motorsport regulations, or a more breathtaking car than the Porsche 956? In its 1980s heyday, Group C prototype racers set pulses racing, with monstrous cars capable of nudging, and eventually tickling over 400km/h down Le Mans’s long – and then still – unneutered by chicanes Mulsanne straight.
Auto Express
AUGUST 10, 2024
The new MINI Cooper E takes on the updated Peugeot E-208 in an electric supermini clash
Turbo Marketing Solutions
AUGUST 10, 2024
Imagine standing at a local car meet, watching as sleek vehicles effortlessly park themselves and navigate through complex spaces—all thanks to emerging AI technologies. This scene is no longer a distant dream; it’s part of the evolving reality in today's automotive industry.Ensuring you have access to well-researched, up-to-date information, we’ve dived deeply into the latest advancements reshaping this sector.
CarExpert
AUGUST 10, 2024
A naturally aspirated V12-powered, manual hypercar created by an ex-Bugatti and Koenigsegg designer sounds like a dream, but new brand Nilu27 is making that a reality. The NILU hypercar uses a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine with 798kW of power and 860Nm of torque, developed in partnership with Hartley Engines in New Zealand. The engine also features 12 large, individual throttle bodies for instant throttle response.
Jalopnik
AUGUST 10, 2024
Good morning! It’s Friday, August 9, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. - Owen Bellwood Read More Read more.
Auto Express
AUGUST 10, 2024
Pictures of the MINI Cooper E and Peugeot E-208 taking part in our real-world twin test.
Jalopnik
AUGUST 10, 2024
Wealthy Chinese businesspeople love to waft around in traffic in the absolute lap of luxury , and the local market has really figured out the best way to create a luxurious passenger experience. For starters, it’s electric, mostly for noise reasons, but also because China is significantly more electric-minded than we… Read more.
Jalopnik
AUGUST 10, 2024
The United States has myriad wonders to behold, from California to Maine and Alaska to Florida, yet accessing those wonders usually requires driving — something that, in many states is bad. Last week, we asked you for the worst states to drive in , and today we’re going through your responses. Please, if you’re from… Read more.
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