Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
The excitement surrounding the 2024 Lexus GX 550 seems warranted. It’s the first time in 14 years the nameplate is new. One way the new GX improves over the outgoing model is in towing capacity, which improves from 6,500 to 9,063 pounds. I hooked up 5,000 pounds of fiberglass walleye boat to see how well the GX tows. During a week of towing.
Best Selling Cars Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Opel Corsa sales are up 91.7% year-on-year in April. Solid result for Croatian new car sales in April, up 13.5% year-on-year to 7,083 units. The year-to-date tally is now up 14.4% to 22,288. Skoda (+66.6%) posts another outstanding gain to firmly hold onto the brands pole position with 16.3% share. Renault (+7.4%) is dislodged from the #1 spot it held last month to fall to #2.
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Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
The Genesis GV80 has been extensively updated for 2025, and impressively the starting price is roughly the same as 2024's pricing. Among the updates are some styling tweaks, a new dash, new color and wheel options, plus the option of a coupe-like body style. In our first test of the 2024 Lexus GX 550, we walked away shocked at how balanced the.
Best Selling Cars Blog
MAY 6, 2024
The Volvo XC60 is the most popular vehicle in Sweden in April. New car sales in Sweden gain 6.7% year-on-year in April to 21,977 units, yet the year-to-date tally remains in negative at -2.5% to 81,799. Rechargeable cars hold 56.9% of the market vs. 55.7% a year ago, but EV sales drop -1.8% to 6,801 and 30.9% share vs. 33.6% in April. For their part PHEVs soar 25.6% to 5,713 and 26% share vs. 22.1% last year.
Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
BMW looks to be readying the first major update for the iX since the electric midsize SUV arrived for the 2022 model year. A camouflaged prototype for the updated iX has been spotted, revealing some of the design tweaks BMW has planned. The changes on the outside are likely to be minor. The headlights feature new daytime running lights similar to.
Best Selling Cars Blog
MAY 6, 2024
The Volvo EX40 lands directly at #6 for the month. The Dutch new car market skids -3.8% year-on-year in April to 28,432 sales, however the year-to-date volume remains in positive at +2.1% to 130,146. HEVs hold 44.3% share thanks to 12,608 sales, while BEVs are at 32% with 9,092 units, petrol at 21% and 5,984 and diesel at 1.9% and 534. The Top 4 carmakers defy the negative market: Kia (+16.4%) jumps three spots on last month to #1, a ranking it now also holds year-to-date.
Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
Lando Norris came away with victory on Sunday at the Miami Grand Prix, which served as round six of the 2024 F1 season. It was the McLaren driver's maiden win. Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen finished in second place some 7.6 seconds behind, after his day unraveled in the second half of the race. Third place went to Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
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Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
Genesis' top-selling GV80 undergoes a mid-cycle refresh for the 2025 model year, and despite all the changes that have been made, there's no increase in pricing. The 2025 GV80 made its debut last fall, and Genesis last week announced the midsize SUV will reach showrooms in the coming weeks with a starting price of $59,050, including a $1,350.
Best Selling Cars Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Driving without insurance coverage is an issue that carries significant consequences, yet it remains a common practice among motorists. The reasons behind this behavior are numerous and varied. Some drivers opt to take this risk due to financial constraints, finding the cost of insurance premiums unaffordable or unjustifiably high relative to their income or perceived need.
Motor Authority
MAY 6, 2024
Since including frunks on its Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning EVs, Ford has been coming up with creative ways to utilize that space. The latest in a series of frunk-related patent filings could turn EVs into epic tailgating machines. Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) April 16, 2024, and originally filed by Ford.
Machines with Souls
MAY 6, 2024
The 335i might not have an M badge, but when you skip xDrive and add a six-speed manual, it's nearly as good as an M3. The post The BMW F30 335i with a manual is as good as an M3 appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
MAY 6, 2024
Entry-level car in Kia's bespoke EV line-up will maintain bold styling of concept; is tipped to cost less than £30k The Kia EV3 , the firm’s smallest bespoke electric car yet, will be revealed later this month – and it has been previewed with a number of teaser images. The new compact electric SUV will first shown in concept form last year , and the production version will be revealed on 23 May.
Auto Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Tesla , Electric Continue reading Tesla lays off more staff in software, service teams Tesla lays off more staff in software, service teams originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 6 May 2024 13:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
MAY 6, 2024
The Focus is currently in its fourth generation As rival firms give cars a stay of execution, Ford's CEO is "deeply convinced" EVs are the future Ford will not extend the Focus ’s life cycle beyond 2025, despite the widespread drop in electric car demand that has prompted some rival manufacturers to slow the phasing out of their combustion cars. Ford announced in 2022 that it would shut down the Focus production line in Saarlouis, Germany, in mid-2025.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Acura’s U.S. sales are down 12.5% for the first four months of 2024 compared to 2023. The brand’s sedans, particularly the TLX (-40.2%) and Integra (-20.6%), have seen significant declines. The RDX SUV is the only Acura model experiencing a sales increase (43.3%) so far this year. Acura’s U.S. sales figures for the first four months of 2024 are in, and they paint a bleak picture.
Autocar
MAY 6, 2024
Rafale will be launched as a 197bhp front-wheel-drive hybrid Flagship strengthens firm's D-segment line-up with focus on driving dynamics; 295bhp version coming Renault has unveiled its long-awaited D-segment flagship, the Rafale, a powerful hybrid coupé-SUV it promises will be “a vehicle born and bred for driving pleasure”. The new flagship will appear first as a 197bhp front-wheel-drive hybrid, but a 295bhp four-wheel-drive version is also scheduled.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla’s latest round of job cuts came on the evening of Sunday, May 5. That makes this the fourth straight week of layoffs at the electric vehicle manufacturer. The cuts has left remaining employees on edge, as they await the return of job security. Another week, another round of Tesla layoffs, as yet more employees report receiving letters of termination.
Autocar
MAY 6, 2024
It's the latest model from Mercedes-AMG to get a mild-hybrid powertrain New drop-top gets 442bhp, bespoke AMG styling upgrades and performance-led chassis tweaks The new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 cabriolet has been revealed as the Affalterbach performance division’s entry-level drop-top. It is aimed squarely at the BMW M440i and packs 442bhp, more aggressive styling and a series of performance-focused chassis upgrades.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Avatr showed camouflaged prototypes of a new electrified SUV during testing in Mongolia. The model, set to debut later this year, is rumored to adopt the Avatr 15 moniker. The Chinese brand will reportedly offer the SUV in EREV and BEV flavors, as with its entire future lineup. Avatr is ready to unveil a new model, expanding its lineup next to the existing 11 SUV and 12 gran coupe flagship.
AutoDealer Today
MAY 6, 2024
Companies say platform makes the ordering process easier and more efficient.
Auto Alert
MAY 6, 2024
AutoAlert Quick Tip: Enhance Customer Communication with Personalized Workflows Not all customers are the same. They know it, you know it, but your process might be saying something else. Communication is challenging. It’s even tougher when your process treats every customer the same. By simplifying communication with the customer and making it easy on your team, you can improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and ultimately, sales.
AutoDealer Today
MAY 6, 2024
Auto industry advocate praises move while mining group says it helps China.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
A man driving a stock Porsche 911 ended up with an $800 fine over the sound from his exhaust. Despite arguing with the government over the issue he’s still on the hook for the violation. Enthusiasts with loud stock exhausts should take note as this isn’t the first similar occurrence. Tickets are part of the territory of owning and enjoying an enthusiast vehicle for most but in New York, it’s getting harder to avoid them.
Auto Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Filed under: Green , Car Buying , Car Dealers , Used Car Buying Continue reading Elon Musk says Warren Buffett should buy Tesla stock. Elon Musk says Warren Buffett should buy Tesla stock. originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 6 May 2024 13:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed the Model Y Standard Range is capable of traveling as far as the Long Range variant. Customers will eventually be able to unlock up to an additional 60 miles (97 km) of range. Despite the Model Y already having the capability to travel further, Tesla will charge $1,500 to $2,000 to unlock it. If you own an entry-level Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive , you’re in luck as Tesla CEO Elon Musk has revealed the ‘Standard Range’ variant can actually travel fa
AutoDealer Today
MAY 6, 2024
One forecast puts output up about 200,000 units in the first quarter.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
The latest Ferrari comes with a screaming 6.5-liter V12, hence its name. Online configurators have been launched for both the Coupe and Spider models. Ferrari has yet to release U.S. prices for the new car. Fresh off the heels of unveiling the Ferrari 12Cilindri, the Italian carmaker hasn’t wasted any time in releasing the online configurator for the new V12-powered beast in both Coupe and Spider forms.
Auto Blog
MAY 6, 2024
Filed under: Mercedes-Benz , SUV , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles , Performance Continue reading Mercedes-Benz claims that 80% of all G-Wagens are still roadworthy Mercedes-Benz claims that 80% of all G-Wagens are still roadworthy originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 6 May 2024 10:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Just before summer hits Europe, Mercedes-AMG unveiled the CLE 53 4Matic+ Cabriolet, joining the Coupe version with a topless two-door bodystyle. The most powerful version of the drop-top CLE yet features a mild-hybrid twin-turbo 3.0-liter straight six, producing 443 hp (330 kW / 449 PS) and up to 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque. Predictably, the CLE 53 Cabriolet wears the full AMG dress including the aggressive-looking grille, the sportier bumpers, the wider fenders, and the quad round tailpipes.
CarExpert
MAY 6, 2024
A t-shirt with a photo of a stop sign has tricked multiple autonomous vehicles into coming to a halt, revealing just how sensitive their safety systems are. Arizona resident Jason Carr decided to put the autonomous driving systems of Waymo’s robotaxis to the test by adorning a t-shirt with a rather convincing stop sign logo on it and standing near the edge of a road.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Vehicle owners are suing the GM for allegedly collecting their driving data without consent. The drivers say their insurance rates have been affected by the data. GM previously admitted it shares driving data with third-party companies, but said that all owner consented. Automakers are increasingly offering connected features to help vehicle owners improve their driving or get help in an emergency.
Automotive Addicts
MAY 6, 2024
Tesla has initiated another round of staff layoffs, affecting departments such as software, service, and engineering, according to reports from Electrek. This development follows Tesla’s recent announcement of dismantling its EV charging department and reducing its global workforce by over 10%. The company’s shares saw a slight uptick, but Tesla refrained from immediate comment in response to a Reuters’ inquiry.
CarExpert
MAY 6, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used to detect cancer cells, write essays… and commit insurance fraud. Scammers have been caught using AI technology to doctor photos for fraudulent car insurance claims, often adding fake damage from an accident that never happened. In an investigation conducted by Allianz in the UK, it was found that instances of such cases have increased by as much as 300 per cent across the insurance industry in the past year.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
Scammers are turning to photo editing software to fake damage from supposed accidents. The manipulated photos are then used to file an insurance claim. One company has seen a 300% increase in the submission of edited photos. Photo editing software is more powerful than ever before and a number of programs now use advanced artificial intelligence technology.
CarExpert
MAY 6, 2024
When Porsche is namechecking you as a competitor, you know you must be doing something right. That’s certainly the case for a number of Chinese-owned brands that the iconic German manufacturer recently showcased as competitors in the electric vehicle (EV) space for the new electric Macan. The launch of Porsche’s first electric SUV means it’s entering a space with more competitors originating from China than any other segment in which it competes.
Carscoops
MAY 6, 2024
A New Haven Police officer intentionally cut off an ATV rider who lost control and crashed into the car. Authorities say the rider had room to go around the cruiser and that they were protecting bystanders. The ATV rider who was riding there illegally suffered serious injuries. On a Sunday afternoon, New Haven, Connecticut police were patrolling East Rock Park to curb illegal ATV and dirt bike activity in the area.
Call Revu
MAY 6, 2024
by CallRevu Revealing Sales Potential with Data Analytics In any retail sector, including automotive dealerships, the success of the sales team is gauged by conversion rates and overall numbers. However, understanding the underlying reasons behind these metrics is crucial. What sets one dealership apart from another in terms of sales performance? While numerous factors contribute to success, integrating data analytics plays a pivotal role in empowering sales teams with actionable insights into c
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