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Chinese EV startup Human Horizons files for bankruptcy

Motor Authority

Chinese startup Human Horizons, the company behind the HiPhi performance EV brand, has filed for pre-bankruptcy restructuring, Bloomberg reported on Friday. Human Horizons filed an application for restructuring with a court in Yancheng, the eastern Chinese city where its factory is located, saying its assets could no longer cover debt as of April.

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Back-to-School Sales Tips for Auto Dealerships

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As the summer winds down and the back-to-school season approaches, families everywhere are preparing for the new school year. This period presents a prime opportunity for auto dealerships to boost sales and connect with local communities. Here are some comprehensive […] The post Back-to-School Sales Tips for Auto Dealerships appeared first on Get My Auto.

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South Korea July 2024: Kia back to #1, EV3 lands

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The Kia EV3 is the best-selling EV in South Korea in July. The South Korean new car market edges down -1.8% year-on-year in July to 133,497 units. This includes 111,520 domestic cars (-2.9%) and 21,977 foreigners (+4%). The year-to-date tally is off a worrying -9.5% to 929,522 sales including 781,893 locals (-10.6%) and 147,629 foreigners (-2.8%). This month Kia (-2.5%) reclaims the brands top spot for the third time this year and the first time since last February.

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Pagani Zonda Arrivederci revealed as the last Zonda

Motor Authority

The Pagani Zonda is the supercar that refuses to die. The car's successor arrived in 2011 in the form of the Huayra, and that car has since been replaced by the Utopia which debuted in 2022. Nevertheless, Pagani is ready to present a new, never-before-seen Zonda. It's the 140th example built, and is promised to be the last new Zonda built.

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Switzerland July 2024: BEVs off -5.9%, Audi Q3 best-seller

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Audi Q3 is the most popular vehicle in Switzerland in July. Swiss new car sales drop -0.9% year-on-year in July to 18,430 units, leading to a year-to-date volume off -1.9% to 139,648. 4×4 registrations are down -3.2% to 9,210 and 50% share vs. 51.1% in June 2023 and up 1.1% year-to-date to 72,597 and 52% share vs. 50.5% over the same period in 2023.

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Ford Bronco Sport Sasquatch Package likely coming Aug. 26

Motor Authority

Ford has something “big” planned for the Bronco Sport, and a teaser video suggests it may be an off-road-focused Sasquatch Package similar to what Ford offers on the bigger Bronco. The video, which was posted to Ford's social media pages on Monday, shows a Bronco Sport's tailgate caked with mud. A big hairy arm like you might find on.

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Denmark July 2024: VW ID.4 #1, Renault Austral up to #3

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Renault Austral climbs on the Danish podium in July. 11,517 new cars found a buyer in Denmark in July, a timid +2.5% year-on-year lift. The year-to-date volume is now up 2.4% to 97,844. Volkswagen (+33.9%) reclaims the brands lead both in July with 14.6% share and year-to-date at 10.3%. Audi (-11.6%) advances one spot on last month to #2, ahead of a surging Renault (+312.6%), a stable Skoda (+0.7%) and a very dynamic Mercedes (+104.7%), Toyota (+22.1%) and BMW (+49.1%). #1 last month, Tesla

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2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds

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Filed under: Green , Dodge , Coupe , Electric , Future Vehicles , Performance , Sedan Continue reading 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 GMC Terrain ups space and standard equipment

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GMC on Monday took the wraps off a redesigned Terrain compact crossover. It starts sales late this year as a 2025 model, though GMC plans to launch it initially in Elevation guise only. Other Terrain models, including the rugged AT4 and luxury-oriented Denali, aren't scheduled to start sales until sometime next year. They will arrive as 2026.

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Hyundai, Kia accused of selling owner data, leading to higher insurance premiums

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A class action lawsuit filed in the United States alleges Hyundai and Kia are sharing vehicle data, including trip reports and “hard braking” events, to insurance companies without owners’ consent. Carscoops reports the lawsuit was filed in California federal court by Mark Will, who claims data on his driving behaviour between December 2023 and April 2024 was shared with his insurance provider, triggering a $250 increase to his premium.

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2002 Ferrari F1 car driven to victory by Michael Schumacher can be yours

Motor Authority

A championship-winning Ferrari Formula 1 car driven by Michael Schumacher will go under the hammer this week at an RM Sotheby's auction coinciding with 2024 Monterey Car Week. The car is from the 2002 F1 season, in which Schumacher won the Drivers' title and Ferrari the Constructors' title. It bears chassis number 215, and is one of 30 Ferrari F1.

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BMW App Gets ICE Owners Thinking About EVs

AutoDealer Today

New feature tells them how much range they’d get with an EV based on their driving routine.

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Hennessey Expects To Build 1,200-Horsepower Corvette ZR1

Carscoops

John Hennessey says that his team is planning to heavily tune the new Corvette ZR-1. If he gets his way, the final version will make some 1,200 horsepower (894 kW). He also praised the engineers at Chevrolet for the work they do. The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is unquestionably one of the most lauded American cars this year. That’s true even though it’s not available for sale yet.

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Dealers Wary of AI in Auto Finance

AutoDealer Today

Poll shows growing aversion to technology’s accelerating part in process.

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EV Batteries Cost 90% Less Compared To 15 Years Ago, New Study Finds

Carscoops

The Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Office published cost estimates for EV batteries. The cost of a battery pack has dropped from $1,415/kWh in 2008, to $139/kWh in 2023. Lower production costs for EVs will allow automakers to achieve price parity with ICE. Electric cars are not the novelty that they used to be, but they are certainly cheaper to make compared to 15 years ago.

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Back to the Future! DMC DeLorean returns with electric power

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A bespoke American carmaker is resurrecting the DMC DeLorean of old, only this time it’ll have electric power capable of pushing it well past 88mph. Lynx Motors, a brand dedicated to reviving and ‘reimagining’ classic sports cars, has announced reservations are officially open for the DeLorean DMC-EV, with deliveries set to begin next year.

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Stellantis Isn’t Just Axing The Ram 1500 Classic, But 2,450 Workers Who Build It

Carscoops

Stellantis is cutting 2,450 workers from its Warren Truck plant near Detroit when production of the Ram 1500 Classic ends. The new Ram 1500 is built at Sterling Heights, meaning Warren will only build the Jeep Wagoneer. Warren, which employees around 3,900 people in total, will switch from a two- to one-shift pattern for general assembly. It’s the end of the road for the Ram 1500 Classic, and also the team of Stellantis men and women that build it.

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Toyota RAV4 and Camry cleared for Australia after safety scandal

CarExpert

Toyota Australia can continue to deliver the RAV4 and Camry locally after the two popular models were cleared following a recent safety scandal. Earlier this month, Toyota announced it had violated certification testing procedures with seven models, which included the RAV4 and Camry currently in Australian showrooms – adding the RAV4 and Camry to the list of vehicles incorrectly tested against the safety criteria required either by the Japanese government or by overseas regulators.

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Cadillac XT5 Gets A Lyriq-Inspired Makeover In China

Carscoops

Cadillac has revealed pictures and initial details about the redesigned XT5. The Chinese-spec crossover has a bold new look and a Lyriq-inspired interior. The crossover is slightly larger than its predecessor and is slated to have 227 hp. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology revealed the redesigned Cadillac XT5 earlier this year and now the brand is gearing up to launch the model.

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Subaru to launch two new electric cars in UK by 2026

Autocar

Solterra will be joined by three more Toyota-related EVs New EVs and fresh petrol Forester will help Subaru land a bigger slice of the UK market, says new boss Subaru will bring two new electric cars to the UK by 2026 as it seeks to build on the early success of the Solterra in pursuit of a bigger slice of the UK market. The expansion of the Japanese firm’s line-up is part of an £8 billion electrification investment package, which will result in seven new EVs being introduced worldwide – three o

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Tesla Cybertruck Now Starts At $100k, Costs More Than GMC Hummer EV

Carscoops

Tesla has removed the rear-wheel drive Cybertruck from its website and jacked up prices for the remaining variants. The model now starts at $99,990 and climbs to $119,990 for the range-topping Cyberbeast. Tesla also appears to have lowered range estimates. If you’ve been on the fence about purchasing a Tesla Cybertruck , you might want to kick yourself as pricing now begins at $99,990.

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“Safe, tough, fun” EVs to spearhead Subaru's UK expansion

Autocar

Toyota bZ4X sibling now takes 27% of UK Subaru sales EVs and fresh Forester will drive growth and help Subaru get a bigger slice of the UK market, says new boss Subaru will bring two new electric cars to the UK by 2026 as it seeks to build on the early success of the Solterra in pursuit of a bigger slice of the UK market. The expansion of the Japanese firm’s line-up is part of an £8 billion electrification investment package, which will result in seven new EVs being introduced worldwide – three

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Tesla Finally Opens Cybertruck Orders In Canada And Mexico

Carscoops

Canadian authorities had to grant the Cybertruck an exemption for its steer-by-wire system. Residents of the Great White North will need to cough up at least CAD$137,990 for the electric pickup. Tesla says it’s working on getting the Cybertruck exempt from Canada’s Federal Luxury Tax. Canadians and Mexicans who placed a reservation for the Tesla Cybertruck all those years ago can now finally configure their vehicles and finalize their orders The local launches of the electric pickup

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Genesis GV70, G80 and GV80 recalled

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Genesis is recalling 787 vehicles across its GV70 , G80 and GV80 model lines as they could suffer from a loss of power. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel pump impeller may become deformed under certain environmental conditions, interrupting the fuel supply,” the company says in its recall notice. “If this occurs, the engine could stall resulting in a sudden loss of motive power. “A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving may increase the risk of an accident caus

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2025 Ford Bronco Sport Teased, Looks Sasquatch Approved

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Ford is gearing up to introduce the facelifted Bronco Sport on August 28. Besides revised styling and an updated interior, the model will apparently offer a new Sasquatch Package. We can also expect a new 13.2-inch display as well as a downgraded EcoBoost engine. Spy photographers have caught the facelifted Bronco Sport on multiple occasions and the model will finally celebrate its debut on August 26.

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Australian Gold medal-winning Olympian makes expensive commitment for new car

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Olympic Skateboard gold medalist Keegan Palmer is keen to kickflip himself into a Porsche 911 GT3 RS for winning back-to-back medals. What is a win without a reward? Australian Olympic Skateboarder Keegan Palmer, not content with winning a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Games, is keen to honour a commitment made with his father following the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

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332,000 Hyundai Palisades Could Be Recalled Over Seatbelts That Unlatch By Themselves

Carscoops

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into potentially faulty seatbelts on the Hyundai Palisade. A total of 332,288 Palisades from the 2020-23 model years could be affected by a fault that causes the seatbelts to unlatch automatically. The NHTSA will use the outcome of the initial probe to decide if an engineering study is needed, which could lead to a full recall.

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2024 Nissan Z Nismo review

CarExpert

Cue the Tokyo Drift music… The 2024 Nissan Z Nismo looks straight out of a Fast and Furious movie, and that’s without any aftermarket mods. It also looks like it would be right at home parked up at the Daikoku Car Meet in Japan. It’s special, and it’s not like the standard Z Coupe was pedestrian by any means. The racy bodykit, Nismo red pinstripes, Rays forged alloy wheels, and Slate Grey paint exclusive to this model all come together to make it look like something very

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2025 BMW M5 Touring Strips Down Ahead Of August 15 Debut

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Spy photographers have caught the BMW M5 Touring ahead of its debut later this week. Like the sedan, it will have a plug-in hybrid V8 powertrain that produces 717 hp. The M5 Touring goes into production this November and will arrive in the US next spring. BMW is gearing up to introduce the M5 Touring on August 15 , so it’s not surprising to see prototypes stripping down and showing some skin.

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2025 GMC Terrain is redesigned with bolder style and big tech

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Filed under: GMC , Crossover , SUV , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading 2025 GMC Terrain is redesigned with bolder style and big tech 2025 GMC Terrain is redesigned with bolder style and big tech originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Renault’s Cheeky Ad Targets Tesla Drivers With Bespoke Messages

Carscoops

Renault used a reactive billboard for advertising the electric Scenic E-Tech in the UK. The ad is targeting Tesla, claiming that the cheaper Renault EV offers a longer range. When a Tesla approaches, the ad changes to bespoke messages such as “This is awkward” The Tesla Model Y might have lost its sales momentum in Europe but remains one of the most popular choices among EV buyers.

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Teenage hoons in stolen cars cause Canberra school chaos

CarExpert

ACT Police have charged a 16-year-old boy with multiple offences after he and two other teenagers allegedly drove a stolen car towards police and later performed burnouts outside two schools. At about 1:10pm on Friday August 9, police observed a stolen white BMW hatchback driving dangerously on Mugga Lane. While the BMW pulled over after police activated their emergency lights and sirens, it took off when officers came to a halt behind it, allegedly accelerating at speed and crossing to the wron

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2025 GMC Terrain Debuts With Truck-Inspired Styling And More Tech

Carscoops

GMC launched the third generation of the Terrain SUV, which is based on the Chevrolet Equinox. The SUV looks sharper, while the interior gains a 15-inch infotainment and more safety features. The 2025 Terrain is available in Elevation trim, with the AT4 and Denali following for the 2026 MY. GMC introduced the third-generation of the Terrain. The brand’s entry-level SUV offering combines a more stylish exterior with modern safety and technology features inside the cabin.

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BMW X3 recalled

CarExpert

BMW is recalling over 26,000 X3 SUVs due to a defective cargo rail. “The attachment for the interior cargo rail may become damaged in the event of an extreme rear impact,” the company says in its recall notice. “This could result in the interior cargo rail detaching from the vehicle. “If the interior cargo rail detaches from the vehicle, it can increase the risk of serious injury to vehicle passengers.” Alpina XD3 A total of 26,212 vehicles are affected, including t

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The Perfect Pagani Zonda Doesn’t Exist, But The Nero One-Off Comes Incredibly Close

Carscoops

This Pagani has been repainted and upgraded numerous times over the past 21 years. It features a one-off combination of a Tricolore-spec 7.3-liter V12 with a 6-speed manual transmission. A previous owner spent three years getting it complied for street use in the U.S. Over the years, numerous Pagani Zondas have been sent back to the factory for upgrades, and while some look superb, others are perhaps a little too flamboyant.

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C6 Chevy Corvette 'Trail Boss' continues tradition of dirt-loving Vettes

Auto Blog

Filed under: Weird Car News , Chevrolet , Used Car Buying , Coupe , Off-Road Vehicles , Special and Limited Editions , Performance Continue reading C6 Chevy Corvette 'Trail Boss' continues tradition of dirt-loving Vettes C6 Chevy Corvette 'Trail Boss' continues tradition of dirt-loving Vettes originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:11:00 EDT.

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Rolls-Royce Spectre Gains A Subtle Makeover By Spofec

Carscoops

Novitec’s sub-brand Spofec introduced a tuning kit for the fully electric Rolls-Royce Spectre. The carbon bodykit includes a splitter, bumper inserts, side skirts, a lip spoiler, and a diffuser. The full-black exterior is complemented by 24-inch Vossen disc wheels. The Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘s imposing road presence and slick two-door coupe styling have attracted the attention of tuners and the latest to join the party is Spofec, Novitec’s dedicated division for Rolls-Royce model