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Toyota built a turbocharged, AWD GR86 for SEMA show

Motor Authority

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.

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Norway October 2024: First win for the Toyota bZ4X, Ford Explorer in Top 10

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota bZ4X is the best-selling vehicle in Norway for the first time. New car sales in Norway advance a splendid +29.4% year-on-year in October to 11,552 units, but keep in mind October 2023 was off -28.9% on the year prior. Year-to-date volumes are down -1% to 103,350. After breaking their all time share record twice in the past two months, lifting it to 96.4%, BEVs account for 94% of new car sales in Norway in October thanks to sales up 44.5% to 10,862 and vs. 84.2% in October 2023.

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Tom Cruise reportedly in talks for "Days of Thunder" sequel

Motor Authority

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.

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Israel October 2024: Hyundai reclaims top spot

Best Selling Cars Blog

Hyundai is the best-selling carmaker in Israel in October. Thanks to our partnership with cartube.co.il , we can share with you today Israeli October brands sales data for Israel, models data is a quarterly occurrence. The market is up 23.4% year-on-year to 14,533, keeping in mind October 2023 was impacted by the war (-28.5%). The year-to-date tally remains in negative at -4.6% to 240,872.

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Review: 2025 VW ID.Buzz cues nostalgia in a leading-edge EV

Motor Authority

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.

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Sweden October 2024: Volvo at 20.5% share, VW ID.7 up to #4

Best Selling Cars Blog

The VW ID.7 reaches a world best #4 in Sweden in October. The Swedish new car market is stable in October at 25.026 registrations. The year-to-date tally is however in difficulty at -7% to 218,417. EV sales are off 6.7% to 8,780 and 35.1% share vs. 37.6% a year ago whereas PHEVs surge 18.1% to 6,789 units and 27.1% share vs. 23% in October 2023. All in all, rechargeable vehicles hold a 62.3% market share this month vs. 60.6% last year.

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Toyota Tacoma TRD ProRunner concept imagines a Baja racer

Motor Authority

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.

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Verstappen wins wild 2024 F1 Brazilian Grand Prix

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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.

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Spain October 2024: Toyota (+27.3%), VW (+39.7%), Renault (+38.4%) highlight positive market

Best Selling Cars Blog

Toyota Corolla sales are up 32% year-on-year in October. The Spanish new car market gains 7.2% year-on-year in October to 83,472 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 4.9% to 828,162. This is however -22% below the 10 months 2019 pre-pandemic result. After jumping 20% in September, sales of electrified vehicles recede -1.4% to 9,908 for a 11.9% market share.

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2026 Subaru Outback spied with more SUV-like design

Motor Authority

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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Suzuki eVitara revealed as brand’s first electric car

Autocar

New eVitara sits on an EV-tailored platform, to the benefit of packaging New Mini Aceman rival gets 250 miles from a 49kWh battery pack Suzuki has finally unveiled its first electric car , the eVitara, becoming one of the last major car makers to enter the EV market. Previewed by the striking eVX concept in 2023, the production model is a blockier representation of that car and comes paired with a name that is familiar to drivers across the European markets – a move intended to win over buyers.

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2040 Forecast Shows Shifting Global Auto Market

AutoDealer Today

Report estimates Western automakers have reached their peak on growth but should hold their own.

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Suzuki chief snubs prospect of electric or hybrid Jimny

Autocar

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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Florida Man Smashes Porch Pirate’s Getaway Car With Rental Cybertruck

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A Turo rental truck became a vigilante justice machine when the driver spotted a porch pirate. The driver tried to stop the burglar by trapping him on a narrow residential road. The thief crashed into the rental truck during the dramatic pursuit, causing significant damage. The Tesla Cybertruck is a spectacle on wheels—a massive, angular slab that looks more suited to the set of a sci-fi film than the local Walmart parking lot.

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Suzuki puts future EVs on hold as it "monitors" electric car market

Autocar

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.

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New Honda Amaze And Suzuki Dzire Budget Sedan Rivals Teased In India

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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.

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Mercedes: electric car battery recycling won't stop mining

Autocar

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.

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Waymo Is Somehow Valued More Than Ford After Raising $5.6B

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In late October, Waymo secured $5.6 billion in new funding, valuing the company at over $45 billion. The funding will support fleet expansion, including the addition of Hyundai Ioniq 5 EVs to the lineup. The Google-owned company plans to launch a ride-hailing partnership with Uber in Austin and Atlanta starting next year. The autonomous driving unit of Alphabet is testing its fleet of self-driving robotaxis in just a handful of cities but after recent investments, it’s now valued at more t

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Volkswagen Golf GTE

Autocar

Performance plug-in hybrid now has an 81-mile EV range, but do the latest changes also make it a proper hot hatch? The Volkswagen Golf GTE has always been a curious machine. The badge suggests it’s a plug-in hybrid GTI, but the GTE has never really fooled the keen driver.In reality, it’s a regular VW Golf with some extra dynamic flair and a whole lot less company car tax.

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Ford F-150 Lightning Sales Crash 50% In October

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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.

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First pictures of £25,000 Kia EV2 city car

Autocar

Kia EV2 will be targeted at Europe, built in Slovakia Korean firm expands EV line-up to include a European-built Vauxhall Corsa rival with a hot GT version The Kia EV2, a new electric hatchback earmarked for launch in 2026 at a price of around £25,000, has been spotted testing on public roads for the first time. A small, high-riding hatchback to rival the Renault 5, it will sit on the same E-GMP platform as Kia’s flagship electric cars, the EV3 , EV6 and EV9.

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Maserati Biturbo Shamal Restomod Combines 80s Italian Flair With 21st-Century Speed

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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.

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Used Land Rover Discovery 2004-2016 review

Autocar

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

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China’s GWM Souo S2000 Flat-8 Motorcycle Wants To Run The Honda Goldwing Off The Road

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Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors has launched the first motorcycle from its new Souo brand, and it’s a 1,016-lb monster. The S2000 is GWM’s answer to the Honda Goldwing and powered by a 152 hp flat-eight engine hooked up to an eight-speed DCT. Three trim levels are offered and prices reportedly range from 218,800-288,800 yuan ($31-41k).

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How regular cars are modified to protect Prime Ministers and royalty

Autocar

An armoured car must survive bullets, bombs – and an extra tonne Civilian Armoured Vehicles (CAVs) look nearly identical to the regular cars on which they’re based yet can fend off military-grade attacks. What makes them really extraordinary, though, is how engineers manage to retain the performance and handling needed to outrun baddies, despite all the extra weight.

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2026 Subaru Outback Looks More SUV Than Wagon, Gets Hybrid Option

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A camouflaged prototype of the next Subaru Outback was spotted testing on public roads. The popular estate looks more like an SUV than a raised wagon, due to the boxier styling. The new Outback is expected to debut for the 2026 MY, with a self-charging hybrid option. The Outback may be one of Subaru’s most popular models in North America—a household name, even—but don’t assume the automaker is coasting on that reputation.

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IMDA memberships grows 30% to 1,500 in last year

Motor Trader

The Independent Motor Dealers Association is celebrating its seventh anniversary tomorrow, Tuesday 5 November. The last 12 months has seen the IMDA membership grow by over 30% year on year with over 500 new members joining. The association now offers services from 60 partners and suppliers, including free legal advice, an employment and HR helpline and a Service Support Network.

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Ford To Slash Manager Bonuses By 65%, Will Only Reward Performance

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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.

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2026 Kia EV2 spied: EV hatch will take on Volkswagen ID.2

CarExpert

Kia’s upcoming EV2 hatch has been spied testing in Europe, ahead of its debut as a more affordable electric vehicle for the continent. Set to rival the Volkswagen ID.2 , the EV2 will be built in Slovakia from 2025, with European deliveries commencing in 2026. It’s yet to be confirmed for Australia, where – if it’s sold here – it’ll be slugged with an extra five per cent import tariff.

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Probe Into Grenading EcoBoost Engines Closed As Ford Gives At-Risk Vehicles 10-Year Warranty

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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.

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2026 Lexus ES: Hybrid luxury sedan spied with refreshed styling

CarExpert

The updated Lexus ES has been spied in China with minor styling tweaks, though it’s unclear if more major changes lie underneath. Images shared on Chinese social media and published by Lexus Enthusiast give us a better look at visual updates previously revealed in leaked owner’s manual illustrations. Up front, there are revised LED daytime running lights; previous leaked images indicated there will also be a new grille texture, though the bumper looks much the same. 100s of new car d

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Kia’s Affordable EV2 Small Electric SUV Spied Ahead Of 2026 Launch

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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.

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Toyota Built the AWD GR86 Rally Car of Our Dreams

Motor 1

The GR86 Rally Legacy concept will debut at SEMA with a retro livery, all-wheel drive, and the GR Corolla's engine.

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New Suzuki eVitara Is Toyota’s Next bZ In Disguise

Carscoops

Suzuki has revealed the India-built eVitara, the firm’s first fully electric car, and the basis for a new Toyota bZ SUV. The front-wheel drive eVitara comes with a choice of 49 kWh and 61 kWh batteries and 142 hp or 172 hp motors. An all-wheel drive version of the eVitara increases power output to 181 hp with added rear motor. Fifteen years after the Nissan Leaf made EVs a reality for buyers with real-world budgets, and just as many other automakers are scaling back their own battery-vehic

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Cost of living crisis dents aftersales business for dealers

Motor Trader

The cost-of-living crisis is hammering aftersales business for dealers as customers put the brakes on spending. One-in-five drivers (20%) under the age of 44 have driven illegally by not putting their car through the MOT or replacing tyres when needed to save money in the cost-of-living crisis, new data from the RAC reveals. Among drivers of all ages, one-in-10 (10%) admit they’ve failed to replace worn-out tyres or skipped the MOT, which is a legal requirement that guarantees the UK’s 42m vehic

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2025 Suzuki e Vitara is an electric SUV that’ll also wear Toyota badges

CarExpert

Suzuki has revealed its first mass-produced electric vehicle (EV) in Europe, which will wear a very familiar nameplate. The Suzuki e Vitara will enter production in India between March and May 2025, before going on sale in “various countries” – including Europe, India and Japan – between June and August. We’ve contacted Suzuki Australia to confirm when the e Vitara will come here. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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Korea Gets Its Own Special Version Of The Porsche Taycan Turbo

Carscoops

Production of the limited edition model is capped at just 40 units. Customers have five different exterior colors to choose from, including Ruby Red Metallic. As a first attempt at a luxurious and performance-focused electric vehicle, the Taycan has been a huge success for the Porsche brand. Recently, the Sonderwunsch experts at Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur used the EV as the base for a special, limited-run version that celebrates the firm’s 10th anniversary in Korea.

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