Fri.Mar 29, 2024

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Nissan boss: Next-gen GT-R and Z confirmed

Motor Authority

Nissan’s iconic sports cars will live to see another generation. At the 2024 New York auto show, Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer for Nissan North America, Ponz Pandikuthira, told Motor Authority the GT-R and Z nameplates won’t die, though they might take time to be reinvented. Senior Vice President of Nissan Alfonso.

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Volkswagen celebrates Golf's 50th birthday

Autocar

Mk1 Golf arrived in 1974 and the GTI (pictured) in 1976 The first example of the seminal hatchback rolled off the production line on 29 March 1974 The Volkswagen Golf turns 50 years old today, the Mk1 having entered production on 29 March 1974. Since then, the company has made more than 37 million examples of the Golf, which means it's the third best-selling car of all time.

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Lola Cars makes return as Formula E team

Motor Authority

One of the most iconic names in racing is set to make a return this year, by establishing a team in the Formula E Championship. The U.K.'s Lola Cars announced on Thursday that it will partner with Yamaha to form the new team Lola Yamaha in time for Season 11 of Formula E, which is expected to start later this year. The provisional calendar won't.

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2025 Mini Cooper price and specs: Petrol version dearer, electric car up to $10,000 cheaper

Drive.com

The new three-door Mini will bring a big price cut for the electric version – built in China – but price rises for the UK-made petrol version heavily related to its predecessor. 2025 Mini Cooper pricing and specifications Petrol version is a heavy facelift of 10-year-old car Electric model all-new on part-Chinese platform, built in China Priced from $41,990 plus on-road costs Electric Cooper E.

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 7 flagship EV spied with new details

Motor Authority

Hyundai has been spotted testing a prototype for the production version of the Seven electric SUV concept shown at the 2021 Los Angeles auto show. The vehicle, which was first announced during 2020's launch of the Ioniq EV sub-brand, has been confirmed by the automaker to go on sale in 2024. This means it will likely arrive as a 2025 model in the.

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Tesla’s Quality Control Issues Has Buyers Resorting To DIY Inspections

Carscoops

Persistent Quality Issues: Tesla EVs continue to suffer from a variety of quality problems, including misaligned panels, unpainted parts, and faulty interior components. New Owner Concerns: The prevalence of these problems has led to anxiety among new Tesla buyers, prompting the creation and sale of pre-delivery inspection checklists. Profiting from Problems: One Tesla owner capitalizes on these concerns by selling printable checklists to help buyers identify potential defects before taking deli

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Polestar plans more BST performance editions

Motor Authority

Polestar fans can look forward to more performance-oriented special editions along the lines of the BST Edition 270 and BST Edition 230 versions of the Polestar 2. The information was revealed by Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath in an interview with Motor1 during this week's 2024 New York auto show. Ingenlath didn't say when the next BST editions.

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2025 Toyota 4Runner, 2025 Audi Q7, 2025 Volvo EX30: The Week In Reverse

Motor Authority

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner received a teaser, the 2025 Audi Q7 received a fresh face, and we drove the 2025 Volvo EX30. It's the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. The teaser campaign for the 2025 Toyota 4Runner kicked off. Toyota posted an image revealing part of the iconic SUV's new design. It's clear the new 4Runner, which will be new.

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Rover SD1 (1976-1986) icon review: not just a pretty face

Auto Express

With Ferrari-inspired styling and a V8 under the bonnet, Rover’s executive hatch had potential

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Ford Transit Trail recalled due to tires rubbing the body

Motor Authority

Proper clearance is important when adding chunky off-road tires, especially when the vehicle was originally designed for on-road driving. Ford has experienced what happens when the clearance is insufficient with its Transit Trail off-road van, which has been recalled due to the front tires rubbing against the body in certain conditions. The recall.

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Gone too soon? Final drive in the pioneering Renault Zoe

Autocar

After 12 years in production, the Zoe still looks fresh Renault's seminal EV hatchback ends production today. Here's why we'll miss it Cars die quietly. Their ‘look’ lasts six or seven years with mid-life changes, while their underbits generally go twice as long because they’re by far the most expensive components to change. Sales typically peak a couple of years before the end, and by the time the Grim Reaper arrives, the manufacturing company has long stopped talking about the outgoing model a

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R36 Nissan GT-R, Mercedes-AMG CLA EV: Today's Car News

Motor Authority

The current R35 Nissan GT-R is expected to bow out soon, but a successor is planned, though it might not arrive for a few years. Nissan has confirmed that a redesigned GT-R is coming, but the automaker hasn't signed off on a final design, and also hasn't chosen what type of powertrain to run. Mercedes-Benz is working on its next-generation.

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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Auto Dealerships

Get My Auto

In today’s fast-paced digital age, car dealerships face increasing competition and evolving customer expectations. To stay ahead in this dynamic landscape, auto dealers must leverage innovative technologies to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and optimize marketing strategies. One such groundbreaking […] The post The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Auto Dealerships appeared first on Get My Auto.

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The First Volkswagen Golf Was Built Exactly 50 Years Ago

Motor 1

The Beetle's successor was born on March 29, 1974, but there were three prototypes before it.

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Tesla Faces Worst Quarter Since 2022 As Slow Sales Hit Stock Price

Carscoops

Q1 deliveries are expected to be 457,000 (8% increase), falling short of analyst expectations and prior growth rates. Increased competition, particularly from China’s BYD, and aggressive pricing for rivals like the Xiaomi SU7 threaten Tesla’s market share. Shutdowns, plant upgrades, and slow sales contribute to a 29% stock price decline in Q1 2024, Tesla’s worst since late 2022.

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Oak Ridge National Laboratory demonstrates 100-kW wireless charging from a parking space

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Technology , Emerging Technologies Continue reading Oak Ridge National Laboratory demonstrates 100-kW wireless charging from a parking space Oak Ridge National Laboratory demonstrates 100-kW wireless charging from a parking space originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:18:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Audi E-Tron GT Hit By Two Recalls Over Battery Issues

Carscoops

Audi is recalling 1,042 e-tron GTs over a battery issue that could potentially cause a fire. Owners are being advised to only charge their vehicle to 80%. The faulty battery modules will be replaced free of charge. Audi is recalling the e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT over high-voltage batteries that may short circuit. Two separate recalls are involved and impact a total of 1,042 vehicles.

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Biggest crane in the east heads to Baltimore to remove bridge debris

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Driving , Safety , Commercial Vehicles , Infrastructure Continue reading Biggest crane in the east heads to Baltimore to remove bridge debris Biggest crane in the east heads to Baltimore to remove bridge debris originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Cadillac CT5 Loses Entry-Level Model, Hikes Base Price By $9,200

Carscoops

The 2025 Cadillac CT5 has some updates but buyers could be in for some sticker shock if they decide to place an order. Changes to the line-up mean that the entry-level model is now $9,200 more expensive than previously. For 2025, Cadillac will sell the CT5 in Premium Luxury, Sport, and CT5-V guises with prices kicking off from $47,595, excluding delivery fees.

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Porsche Explains Why Its Next Hypercar Needs All-Wheel Drive

Motor 1

If approved for production, the flagship model will eschew the concept's rear-wheel-drive setup.

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Lingenfelter’s New 7.0-Liter V8 Naturally Aspirates 700 HP For C8 Corvette

Carscoops

Lingenfelter is in the process of developing an LT2 based V8 stroked to 7.0-liters or 427ci for the Corvette. When it goes on sale, it’ll be the most powerful NA V8 (700 hp) developed for the C8 surpassing the Z06’s 670 HP 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V8. Pricing and availability aren’t public information just yet. Lingenfelter Performance Engineering says a new 7.0-liter 700-horsepower (521 kW) V8 with 600 lb-ft (812 Nm) of torque for the Corvette is coming soon.

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The first VW Golf was built exactly 50 years ago today

Auto Blog

Filed under: Volkswagen , Automotive History , Hatchback Continue reading The first VW Golf was built exactly 50 years ago today The first VW Golf was built exactly 50 years ago today originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Mar 2024 11:54:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NYC Will Charge You $15 To Enter Part Of Manhattan, A First For US City

Carscoops

New York City implements a first-of-its-kind congestion toll in the US. Tolls vary depending on vehicle type, with cars paying $15, motorcycles $7.50, trucks and buses $24-$36, and app-based rideshares $2.50 per trip. Proponents see the toll as a way to ease congestion, speed up public transit, and improve the subway system. Critics argue it unfairly burdens out-of-state drivers and small businesses.

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Nissan considering Xterra revival; 'it's got to be authentic'

Auto Blog

Filed under: New York Auto Show , Nissan , SUV , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading Nissan considering Xterra revival; 'it's got to be authentic' Nissan considering Xterra revival; 'it's got to be authentic' originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Mar 2024 14:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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40,000 Fisker Ocean Reservations Canceled As EV Startup’s Troubles Deepen

Carscoops

Financial Strain: Over half of Fisker’s pre-orders since November 2019 have been cancelled, further impacting their cash flow. Production Issues: Delivery delays and defects have plagued the Ocean since its launch in June 2023, leading to scathing reviews. Price Cuts: In a bid to boost sales, Fisker recently slashed Ocean prices by up to 39%, hurting profit margins.

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Hyundai 'Nfluencer' reports a $20K dealer markup on Ioniq 5 N

Auto Blog

Filed under: Hyundai , Car Buying , Car Dealers , Electric , Performance Continue reading Hyundai 'Nfluencer' reports a $20K dealer markup on Ioniq 5 N Hyundai 'Nfluencer' reports a $20K dealer markup on Ioniq 5 N originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Jersey To Hit EV Buyers With $250 Registration Fee, Increase Fuel Levies

Carscoops

The state raised the target for its transportation trust to $2.37 billion The EV registration fee could raise $61.3 million in the first fiscal year The state’s annual fuel levies are estimated to increase by 2 cents If you live in New Jersey and drive a gas, diesel, or electric vehicle , you will soon have to pay more as the government looks to raise funds for new infrastructure projects.

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More Holdens you may have forgotten

CarExpert

A few years ago now , we looked at 10 of the most obscure Holdens. We were just scratching the surface. General Motors’ Australian brand had a reputation for importing vehicles for a single generation – case in point, the rebadged Isuzu Piazza, Opel Tigra and Chevrolet Volt covered in that article. It also was known for developing homegrown obscurities of its own, like the One Tonner Cross6 and Brougham.

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Rivian Stops Taking New Orders For R1T And R1S Until Late Summer

Carscoops

Production will be paused at the Rivian factory in Illinois between April 5 and April 30. Retooling will dramatically improve efficiency at the site. No exact date has been provided for when the Rivian configurator will re-open. Rivian will temporarily halt the acceptance of custom orders for the R1T and R1S over the next few months. As a result, prospective customers looking to acquire one of the EVs will need to select a vehicle from the existing inventory.

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2024 Toyota Prado wait times won’t blow out to two years like RAV4 Hybrid, company says

Drive.com

Toyota is wary of wait-time dissatisfaction and has implemented new measures to ensure potential Prado buyers are not put through what many RAV4 Hybrid customers experienced during the pandemic. Toyota Australia is aware it has lost sales to rival brands due to extended wait times for models such as the RAV4, and has implemented a solution to ensure the upcoming in-demand Prado won’t suffer the same fate.

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Russia To Build Chinese Knock-Off Kits Of Stellantis’ Citroen C5 Aircross

Carscoops

Russian company Automotive Technologies has confirmed that it has started batch production of the Citroen C5 Aircross at its plant in Kaluga this week, even though Citroen and its parent company Stellantis both pulled out of the country in 2022. The vehicles are assembled from kits put together in China , sourced by the Dongfeng Motor Group, Stellantis’ joint venture partner. “On March 27, batch assembly of Citroen C5 Aircross crossovers started at the factory in Kaluga,” Autom

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Understanding OEM Incentives in 2024

Automotive Mastermind

Keeping up with manufacturer incentives is important for dealers aiming to boost their bottom line and stay ahead in a challenging automotive marketplace. As this year unfolds for auto dealerships, understanding the small details of new OEM incentives becomes increasingly critical. These incentives play a massive role in developing dealership strategies by laying the groundwork for enhancing customer experiences, driving sales and ensuring full buyer satisfaction.

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BMW Flips And Rolls Over After Racing Another Bimmer In Connecticut

Carscoops

Dramatic dashcam footage has captured the moment a black BMW 4-Series spectacularly crashed in Connecticut earlier this week while apparently street racing a white BMW 5-Series. Two videos have been shared on Reddit, including one on the Connecticut page , depicting both the crash and the events leading up to it. In the first clip, the white 5-Series speeds past the cammer, weaving between traffic at high speed.

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The light SUVs with the best fuel economy in Australia

CarExpert

There’s nothing more onerous as a driver than regular trips to the fuel pump wasting time and, more importantly, money. Thankfully, cars are getting more efficient by the year, and light SUVs benefit from their diminutive size compared to bigger classes of vehicle. Which light SUVs currently on sale in Australia have the best fuel economy? We’ve gathered the data, using claimed combined fuel economy figures provided by the manufacturers, to find out.

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Would You Buy A Car Without A Rear Window?

Carscoops

The Polestar 4 made a splash at the New York Auto Show and it’s notable for eschewing a rear window. Instead of simply looking behind you, drivers are expected to rely on a digital rearview mirror, conventional side mirrors, and a handful of driver assistance systems. To critics, this is tantamount to putting on an eye patch because you think it’s cool and believe seeing out of one eye is ‘good enough.’ However, that’s not exactly how Polestar is spinning it.

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2024 Hyundai Venue price and specs

CarExpert

The 2024 Hyundai Venue is on sale now, with no changes coming to the light SUV despite a $500 price rise across the board. Venue Elite Hyundai hasn’t adjusted the Venue’s four-strong lineup, which continues to open with the base model – available with both manual and automatic transmissions – before moving up to the mid-range Active auto and the flagship Elite auto.

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Lunaz Suspends Operations, Stops Production Of Electromods And Upcycled Trucks

Carscoops

Lunaz Group ceases operations, citing delays in UK’s zero-emission vehicle regulations. Both commercial and classic car electromod projects halted, future of passenger car division uncertain. Company seeks to adjust its business model in response to the shifting market dynamics. The electromod specialist Lunaz Group, known for turning gorgeous classics into EVs and its production of upcycled electric garbage trucks, has announced the cessation of its operations.

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