Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Toyota Tacoma TRD ProRunner Race concept to debut at 2024 SEMA show Concept imagines a Tacoma built for desert racing Concept also celebrates Toyota's partnership with Legacy Motor Club NASCAR team Toyota has a plan for hardcore off-roaders at the 2024 SEMA show starting on Tuesday in Las Vegas. There, it will introduce the Tacoma TRD ProRunner.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Passenger version of the Jimny was pulled from sale in the UK in 2020 Electrification "would ruin" small 4x4 due to added weight, according to Toshihiro Suzuki Suzuki ’s president has suggested the brand has no plans to build an electric or hybrid version of the Jimny , given that electrifying the 4x4 “would ruin" it. The car has had a strong following in the UK since its launch in 1970, with its fourth generation – and mini reboot – in 2018 rubber stamping its cult classic status.
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Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy concept to debut at 2024 SEMA show Concept features engine and AWD system from GR Corolla Concept takes inspiration from iconic Celica GT-Four rally cars Toyota will use the 2024 SEMA show kicking off in Las Vegas on Tuesday to present multiple concepts, one of which is the GR86 Rally Legacy. The concept is based on the.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Report estimates Western automakers have reached their peak on growth but should hold their own.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
1990 hit film “Days of Thunder” may get a sequel Tom Cruise reportedly in talks with Paramount Pictures about a sequel New film may be years away, as “Top Gun: Maverick” sequel has priority Tom Cruise may have to learn all about rubbin' again, as word on the street is that he's planning to reprise his role as Cole Trickle.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Auto seating market poised for growth, creative solutions.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Redesigned Subaru Outback expected for 2026 model year New Outback likely to offer hybrid powertrain shared with Forester Legacy sedan counterpart bows out after 2025 model year The Subaru Legacy sedan bows out after the 2025 model year, but its jacked-up wagon counterpart, the Outback, will stick around. A redesigned Outback soft-roader is.
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Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The VW ID.Buzz borrows just the right amount of retro-Bus cues With the ID.Buzz marks the first fully electric minivan The ID.Buzz costs a flagship $61,545 and has up to 234 miles of range Does it hold up to the original? Does it need to at all? Retro revivals of pop-culture touchpoints, let alone counterculture icons like the Volkswagen Bus, are.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Discovery has an unbeatable combination of practicality, off-road ability and on-road manners – and now you can have one for £3000 The hardy but handsome Land Rover Discovery 4 is one of the best second-hand 4x4s you can buy today, and its go-anywhere usability and load-lugging versatility can be yours for as little as £3000. Rather than start afresh for the fourth-generation Discovery, Land Rover took its already successful – and slightly more minimalist – Discovery 3 and evolved it into a
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Max Verstappen won a rain-soaked 2024 Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix Verstappen looks set to win fourth-straight Drivers' Championship McLaren leads the Constructors' Championship Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen made one of the most impressive drives of his career to take home victory at a chaotic 2024 Formula Brazilian Grand Prix, held on Sunday.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
President Toshihiro Suzuki says decision down to slowdown in EV growth and popularity in cheap Chinese electric cars Suzuki has put its future electric cars on hold while it “monitors the market” amid a general slowdown in EV interest, president Toshihiro Suzuki has said. Four electric models were due before the turn of the decade as part of a $35 billion EV investment, starting with the eVitara which was launched today.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Honda and Maruti Suzuki are ready to introduce new generations of their small sedans. The Honda Amaze and Suzuki Dzire were teased simultaneously, ahead of their debuts. Both models will adopt sleeker styling and more tech compared to their predecessors. Small sedans might be a dying species in North America and Europe, but in India , they’re still thriving.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
New plant can recover enough material to build new batteries for 5000 electric cars annually Batteries will still require mined material despite recycling gains at new Kuppenheim plant Mercedes-Benz will always need to mine rare-earth materials to build electric car batteries, despite developments in battery recycling, according to the firm’s supply chain chief.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The NHTSA has closed an engineering probe into the reliability of Ford 2.7 and 3.0 Nano EcoBoost engines. Faulty intake valves on some 2021-22 Ford Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles had dropped into combustion chambers. Ford is recalling cars to check their engines but opted to give owners a 10-yr, 150,000-mile warranty rather than renew all working powertrains immediately.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Suzuki Jimny won’t go electric as the brand presses pause on its future electric vehicle (EV) plans, thanks to cooling demand and increasing competition from China. Speaking to UK magazine Autocar , Suzuki President Toshihiro Suzuki flatly ruled out turning the pint-sized 4×4 into an electric vehicle (EV), saying it wouldn’t align with what the Jimny is about.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Modena Automobili introduced a new restomod project called Maserati Biturbo Shamal. The model is based on the Biturbo but adds Shamal-inspired styling and a modern V6. The company plans on building 33 examples, each starting at €585k ($638k). Maserati might be facing tough times under the sprawling Stellantis umbrella, but its name still rings with a kind of reverence that other brands can only dream of.
AutoSuccessOnline
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
In this Executive Spotlight interview, Dan Barker, CEO of Wikimotive speaks with AutoSuccess’ Brian Ankney. Barker shares strategies for building high-performing teams, particularly relevant for dealerships facing staffing and retention challenges. Barker highlights that company culture plays a pivotal role in retention. He says, at Wikimotive , culture isn’t just about perks — it’s about fostering trust and allowing employees to make decisions independently.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
SEMA brings out the most insane builds. And this one might the craziest of the year.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Company bonuses will be tied to a new performance system to keep employees more accountable. Bonuses could start to be adjusted as early as the current quarter. Ford will slash company bonuses as part of a new system that will only reward employees when certain goals are met in a bid to cut costs. Chief executive Jim Farley is eager to save money while also improving the quality of Ford models.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Baby & Toddler driving mode enables a more linear acceleration so as not to disturb your little ones.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
A camouflaged prototype of the upcoming Kia EV2 SUV was spotted testing in Europe The all-electric model has a similar stance but a slightly smaller footprint than the Kia EV3. According to Kia’s CEO, the EV2 will arrive in 2026, priced between €25k and €30k ($27k–$33k). If you assumed Kia’s subcompact EV3 would be its smallest foray into the electric SUV segment, think again.
Auto Express
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The compact Suzuki e Vitara electric SUV will be available with four-wheel drive, and should arrive next summer
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
An episode of Toyota’s GRIP Anime Series contained a hidden surprise in the background. A list of potential Toyota sports cars featured names like the Supra, Celica, MR2, GR86, and GR GT3. This teaser might be Toyota’s first official hint at the much-rumored GR sports car lineup. Over the past few years, speculation has been rife about Toyota’s plans for its sports car lineup, with rumors swirling around the possible revival of once popular nameplates like the Celica and MR2.
Drive.com
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Tesla sales in Australia are poised to fall by more than 20 per cent by the end of 2024, following its eighth month of sales decline this year. Tesla is on track to drop out of the Top 10 selling car makers in Australia for 2024, after the US brand reported its seventh month in a row of slowing deliveries – and eighth this year. Data published by the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia lists 1464 Tesla vehicles as delivered in October 2024, down 26.4 per cent on the same month last year (see t
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Toyota has introduced the 2025 Grand Highlander, which offers a new LE trim as well as a Hybrid Nightshade. The Grand Highlander LE starts at $40,860 and comes equipped with eight-seats, a power liftgate, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system. Customers looking for a blacked out appearance will need to fork over $52,610 for the Grand Highlander Hybrid Nightshade.
Canadian Auto Dealer
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
In the first of our two-part series, we present an Insider’s View of how to get the best results from a Performance Group T he first time I attended a Performance Group, or 20 Group as they are sometimes called, I was the youngest General Manager in the room by far. I showed up far too early of course, sat down in front of my name card and started to get things out of my laptop bag.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Ford reported October sales with a 15.2% increase overall compared to the same month last year. Hybrid sales surged by 38.5%, while internal combustion engine models grew by 14.1% in October. F-150 Lightning sales plummeted nearly 50%, which explains their recent decision to halt production. Ford has high hopes for their next-generation of electric vehicles , but their current models continue to struggle.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Porsche Cars Australia has recalled 199 examples of certain 911, 718 (Boxster/Cayman) and Panamera variants, telling owners to not drive their vehicles until a wheel nut fault is resolved. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the road wheel centre lock nuts may be defective. A defect could cause the lock nut to fracture and result in loosening of the wheel,” the carmaker said in its recall notice.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Toyota has unveiled the #84 Tacoma TRD ProRunner Race Concept ahead of the SEMA Show. The motorsport-inspired pickup is based on a two-door XtraCab and features a number of components from the Tacoma TRD Pro. Highlights include retro-inspired graphics, a sport bar, and an upgraded suspension. The Toyota Tacoma lineup offers a little bit of everything as there’s an affordable SR, a luxurious Limited, and a rugged TRD Pro.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Dwindling demand in China and lackluster DBX sales signal tough times ahead for the storied British carmaker.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Brabus has revealed the 700 Blue Sky, a highly customized version of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Priced at nearly $820,000, it features a carbon fiber widebody kit as well as a customized interior. The upgraded V12 engine now produces 691 hp, allowing the SUV to hit 62 mph in five seconds. Brabus might be closely associated with Mercedes , but that hasn’t stopped them from giving the Rolls-Royce Cullinan “an unmistakable 1-Second-Wow Effect.” Wow indeed as they’ve turned th
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
With the Tasman, Kia is finally rolling out a rival to the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger, but it considered an even larger model to take on big names from the US. Kia is rolling out the Tasman in markets like ours, while it has also previously confirmed a separate dedicated electric ute – which CarExpert understands will be larger – that’s expected to be built in the US. “The first case study that was actually studied was for North America, to take on… the Ram [1500], F-150.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
US car market inventories surged by 4.7% in September, hitting an all-time high in stock levels. Ram, Jeep, and Dodge successfully reduced their inventories, even as industry-wide stock levels continued to climb. Electric vehicle inventories dropped by 2.6% in September, reversing recent trends of rising stock levels. Stellantis has made some headway in reducing its bloated inventory across the United States, even as industry-wide stock levels swelled last month.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
It’s crazy to think that the Jaguar I-Pace is nearing its seventh birthday. When it was revealed and subsequently launched at the tail-end of last decade, the British luxury brand was arguably ahead of its time with a high-performance electric crossover SUV built on a dedicated electric platform. Now, seven years on, it still looks the business, thanks to a design that has aged beautifully with minimal changes since its inception.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Toyota has swapped the 300 hp engine and all-wheel drive running gear from a GR Corolla into a GR86 coupe for SEMA. Red, white and green livery pays tribute to Toyota’s historic Celica GT-Four WRC cars. Automaker says the concept proves its commitment “to performance, nostalgia, and the future of rally racing.” SEMA hasn’t even fully kicked off yet and already Toyota has come up with what could be the build of the show.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The iconic Hemi V8 engine is reaching the end of the line after being taken out of production in a number of mass-market models, but it could be saved by one heavy-duty vehicle. Production of the Hemi V8-powered Ram 1500 recently wrapped up, with the refreshed model packing the new Hurricane twin-turbocharged inline six instead. Stellantis has also dropped the Hemi V8 from the Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV, while the latest Dodge Charger will be offered with only Hurricane or electric power.
Auto Express
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Grand touring specialist could return with petrol, hybrid and fully electric cars
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