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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
New eVitara sits on an EV-tailored platform, to the benefit of packaging New Mini Aceman rival arrives with recognisable name to tempt buyers 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 bu
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.
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.
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.
Electric power – and possibly also hybrid technology – is not on the agenda for the Suzuki Jimny due to the weight it would add, according to the company’s global president. The global boss of Suzuki has poured cold water on plans for an electric – and possibly also hybrid – version of the popular Suzuki Jimny four-wheel-drive. Suzuki strongly hinted at a hybrid or electric Jimny in January 2023 , when the 4WD’s silhouette was shown on a slide of an investor presentation teasing the
Subaru’s 27-month sales growth streak continues, but four models, including the Forester, saw October declines. The Crosstrek took the top spot as Subaru’s best-seller, surpassing both the Outback and Forester models. Forester sales declined for a second month, though year-to-date sales are still up 17.8% from 2023. Subaru’s U.S. sales ticked up for the 27th consecutive month in October, but it wasn’t all smooth sailing.
What does Toyota have cooking? A new trademark filing suggests there may be a hotter GR Supra on the way. The 2025 Toyota GR Supra Track Edition appears to be edging closer to reality, following the discovery of a trademark filing by Drive. Toyota has submitted the trademark GR Supra Track Edition to IP Australia – the Federal Government’s intellectual property authority – suggesting a new, more aggressive variant of the turbocharged sports car could be on the way.
Vertu Land Rover Bradford has been shortlisted for the Team of the Year category at the Telegraph & Argus Retail, Leisure & Hospitality Awards 2024. Located on Canal Road, the dealership underwent a £2.4 million refurbishment in 2020 and is ranked eighth in the UK for its service, with a customer satisfaction rating of over 99% and a 100% recommendation rate on Judge Service.
Many of those in-the-know savvy car buyers know that there are often some good discounts to be had at the dealership lot if you have a Costco membership. I got a grand off the Buick Regal TourX we purchased back in 2018 for being Costco members. And that’s in addition to the often incredible deals on four-gallon tubs… Read more.
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.
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
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.
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.
Lawmakers in Kentucky appear primed to file and pass a new anti-street racing law. If they get their way, those convicted of street racing could have their cars crushed. The proposed bill has support from both major political parties in Kentucky. Louisville, Kentucky, could soon earn a new kind of reputation among street racers. If one determined lawmaker has his way, the city will gain the legal right to crush the cars of convicted racers—and he seems intent on making the owners watch as
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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.
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.
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
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