Motor Authority
MARCH 24, 2024
Before the Bugatti Bolide track car starts production, the development team is getting input from a very experienced driver. Andy Wallace has won the triple crown of endurance racing, with victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, 24 Hours of Daytona, and 12 Hours of Sebring. He's also been a Bugatti test driver and brand ambassador since 2011.
Best Selling Cars Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Chinese sales data for the Lotus Eletre is now available. The Lunar New Year holidays falling in February this year instead of January in 2023, sales of new imported cars in China drop -40.6% year-on-year this month to just 32,951. However the two month total, reflecting the real evolution of the market, is down just -2% to 108,382, a solid performance for imports which usually are on a steeper downward trend.
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Motor Authority
MARCH 24, 2024
Toyota has filed a patent application for color-changing paint, a technology that could let owners or dealerships quickly change the colors of cars. As Toyota notes in the application—which was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March, 19, but originally filed in 2022—owners may want to change paint.
Autocar
MARCH 24, 2024
Armour plating dents i7's efficiency, but range anxiety is the last thing on our mind right now Hardcore security measures add nearly two tonnes to BMW's electric limo. Can it get us through a riot? The Dragunov OTs-03 SVU isn't just a firearm; it's an instrument of lethal precision. With a range of up to 1200 meters, its ammunition can penetrate a regular steel car body like a hot knife through butter, with dramatic consequences for those inside.
Motor Authority
MARCH 24, 2024
Ferrari took home a one-two finish after an eventful Australian Grand Prix held on Sunday at Melbourne's Albert Park Circuit. Carlos Sainz, in his first race since his recent surgery for appendicitis, was the first to cross the finish line, with Charles Leclerc finishing just over two seconds behind. Rounding out the top three was McLaren's Lando.
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
Luxury mid-sized SUVs are a cash-milking business, and demand is only growing. Mercedes-Benz offers the GLE, BMW has the X5, and now Audi is poised to recapture interest with an all-new Q7. As reported by our own Michael Gauthier , the Q7 you see here was initially supposed to be the ‘Q9’, a larger 3-row offering in development. However, reliable sources now indicate this is not the case, with spy shots confirming it’s similarly sized to the outgoing car.
Motor Authority
MARCH 24, 2024
As the Easter Jeep Safari kicks off for the 58th year, the off-road automaker continues its tradition of creating concepts for enthusiasts to drool over. On Monday, Jeep unveiled four concepts for the 2024 event, including two modified Wranglers, one Gladiator, and a Grand Wagoneer. Each concept gives a strong nod to the past in various ways while.
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Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
Melbourne streets were drenched in red after the Ferrari team’s win at the Grand Prix, but it was a divisive Ferrari limo that stole the spotlight. Ferrari has a long-running reputation for craftsmanship and performance, but someone in Melbourne took matters into their own hands by expanding the brand’s allure … literally. A photo of a 2003 Ferrari 360 Modena limousine parked on Elizbeth Street in Melbourne’s CBD was posted to the Exotic Car Spotting Facebook group on Mar
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
If you visit a Lincoln showroom right now, you might be surprised by how many of last year’s vehicles you’ll find selling new. And that’s got dealers doing everything they can to sell stock from the 2023 model year. At the end of February, Lincoln reported that it had more than 33,000 vehicles on its lots nationwide, which is around three times as many as it had last year.
Auto Express
MARCH 24, 2024
Current estimates suggest over 14 million journeys will be completed as the Easter weekend and school holidays clash
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
Last month, Dodge revealed the all-new 2024 Charger Daytona , so it stands to reason that we’ve got muscle on the mind. And that got us thinking: what’s the best looking muscle car that’s been available to buy new so far this century? Although there’s no doubt that the outgoing four-door Charger is a muscle car, you might also categorize it as a super sedan in the mold of a BMW M5, so for simplicity’s sake we’re going to focus on coupes (and convertibles) with
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
The FCAI’s claims of more expensive cars are “exactly the way the auto industry asked them to represent us” – and those who believe Toyota runs the FCAI should “do their research” – according to Toyota. Toyota Australia is committed to the peak automotive governing body, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), despite recent turmoil with the exit of Tesla and Polestar.
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
It takes a mountain of effort to stop a big, heavy EV from high speed, though unlike ICE-powered cars, electric models can at least recover some of that energy to be used later. But exactly how much energy do they recover when driving down a real mountain? The answer, according to the results of new study, varies widely from one EV to another. Germany’s ADAC tested three different electric vehicles that together represent the budget, mid-range and luxury segments of the EV market, and foun
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
The first electric car from Australia’s top-selling vehicle brand is tipped to be popular with fleets – and existing Toyota owners – but the exact buyer profile is still too early to determine. The first electric car from Toyota in Australia – the Toyota BZ4X mid-size SUV – is attracting interest from fleet operators, and is tipped to be purchased by current owners of petrol and hybrid Toyotas.
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
Bentley has a problem. Truthfully, it’s the kind of problem every manufacturer would like to have, but it’s a problem nonetheless. The company has stretched itself thin, offering the most outlandish customizations buyers could want. While demand has exponentially bolstered Bentley’s finances, the company is facing struggles as it tries to keep up.
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
The Kia EV6 is getting a mid-life update, with a fresh face and expected upgrades to its technology. It’s expected to be revealed this year. Helpfully, the engineers parked the refreshed EV6 next to a pre-update model so we can better compare the differences. The headlights appear to sit lower and have a more triangular shape, while we also expect changes to have been made to the front bumper.
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
When it comes to repairs for unexpected issues, drivers who visited Kia or Jeep dealerships were the least satisfied, with Hyundai drivers following closely behind, according to a new survey from Consumer Reports. However, they weren’t alone. On average, owners who chose dealerships were less satisfied with their experience than those who opted for an independent shop.
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
The officer in charge of Road Policing in Victoria has been caught by an unmarked speed camera, proving no one is immune. Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir. Source: Channel Nine. A senior member of Victoria Police has admitted to being caught speeding by a hidden camera. In a statement released to media “in the interests of transparency,” Victoria Police say Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir was detected travelling at 58km/h in a marked 50km/h zone in Park
Auto Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Filed under: Jeep , SUV , Concept Cars , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading Jeep reveals 2024 Easter Safari concepts Jeep reveals 2024 Easter Safari concepts originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
MARCH 24, 2024
"Anyone addressing autonomous driving these days must be ready for a marathon," said VWCV boss Carsten Intra Firm plans to put German customers in Moia self-driving taxis this year, with bold plans for 2026 launch Volkswagen is committed to the “marathon” of developing autonomous vehicles, the CEO of its commercial vehicles division has said. Speaking at the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV) annual press conference, Carsten Intra hailed the progress made by the German firm’s autonomous techn
Auto Express
MARCH 24, 2024
Mike Rutherford thinks many other manufacturers will have to follow the example set by Renault and Dacia when it comes to EVs
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
An automotive YouTube star, a former NRL player and a Survivor host will front the reborn Top Gear Australia television show, due to be released on streaming service Paramount+ in 2024. Beau Ryan (left), Blair Joscelyne aka Moog (centre) and Jonathan LaPaglia (right) will host the reborn Top Gear Australia UPDATE, 25 March 2024: Top Gear Australia will return to local television screens from May 2024.
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
Lexus has fully detailed the pricing and specification of its smallest model ever – the LBX crossover. Sports Luxury AWD Deliveries of the Lexus LBX commenced in Australia on March 18, with Lexus Australia claiming around 1500 examples are set to arrive in the first 12 months. The Lexus LBX is based on the same GA-B platform as the Toyota Yaris Cross and is powered exclusively by a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol-electric hybrid powertrain producing 100kW of power.
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
With more people hitting the road this Easter, electric car owners are being warned of queues at charging stations. The Easter long weekend typically brings an influx of people to the nation’s roads, and electric car owners are being cautioned to plan ahead to avoid spending their road trip queuing for chargers. As is the case with petrol stations, electric charging facilities will also see extended usage.
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
The 2024 Isuzu MU-X lineup has expanded to now include nine variants, thanks to the addition of a smaller, more efficient turbo-diesel engine – but the existing 3.0-litre powertrain has been hit with a price increase. Isuzu announced its intentions to add the ‘RZ4E-TC’ 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine from the D-Max ute to the MU-X late last year, and has now detailed the three variants it will be available in.
Auto Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Filed under: Plants/Manufacturing , Rumormill , Tesla Continue reading Tesla trims car output in China as EV sales growth slows Tesla trims car output in China as EV sales growth slows originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 24 Mar 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
Isuzu Ute Australia has introduced new capped-price servicing costs for its popular D-Max ute and MU-X SUV – but there’s a catch which may end up making the models more expensive to maintain in the long run. A new five-year capped-price servicing model has been introduced for 2024 model year examples of the D-Max and MU-X , replacing Isuzu’s previous seven-year coverage.
Auto Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports Continue reading Carlos Sainz wins F1 Australian GP in Ferrari 1-2 Carlos Sainz wins F1 Australian GP in Ferrari 1-2 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 24 Mar 2024 09:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
The Mitsubishi Outlander is one of Australia’s best-selling cars, sitting seventh on the sales charts behind the Tesla Model Y. WATCH: Paul’s video review of the MY22 Outlander Exceed It was also comfortably the best-selling model in the Mitsubishi range Down Under, ahead of the Triton ute. Now three years old, the Outlander still carries a few unique touches.
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
A new Haval H6 family SUV is already around the corner – three years after the current model launched – as early as later this year, and is in line for plug-in hybrid power. A new GWM Haval H6 mid-sized SUV is coming to Australia, and could arrive in showrooms as soon as the end of this year with plug-in hybrid power. The new model – which is expected to be called the H6 when it arrives in Australia – has been confirmed to be based on what is known as the Haval Xiaolong Max (codenamed B07) in th
CarExpert
MARCH 24, 2024
Lexus Australia is currently on a push to achieve yet another record-breaking sales year in 2024, with wait times for the majority of its models returning to “normal” by mid-year. John Pappas, Lexus Australia CEO, told CarExpert this week that “90 per cent” of its models will have wait times of between two to four months by the middle of 2024.
Carscoops
MARCH 24, 2024
A shocking head-on collision involving California Highway Patrol, captured on camera by a nearby vehicle, is suspected to have been an intentional act. Authorities claim that the driver of a vehicle traveling in the wrong direction on the highway specifically targeted the officers. Despite the harrowing scene, miraculously, both officers in the SUV and the driver of the opposing vehicle managed to survive.
Auto Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Continue reading Tesla Model Y was the most-produced vehicle in 2023 Tesla Model Y was the most-produced vehicle in 2023 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 24 Mar 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Express
MARCH 24, 2024
We strap on some virtual-reality goggles and take a 400bhp electric race car for a spin around the ‘Circuit de Catalunya’
Drive.com
MARCH 24, 2024
Refreshing your road safety skills is always a good idea, but can it also reduce your insurance premium? We find out. As Australia’s road toll reaches a five-year high, road authorities are looking for ways to reduce fatalities and improve driver safety – particularly for the over-represented 17–25 age group. RELATED: What to expect from a defensive driver training course As part of a joint campaign with nine.com.au , Drive is raising awareness about the benefits of taking a defensive driver tra
Auto Blog
MARCH 24, 2024
Filed under: SEAT , Automotive History , Hatchback Continue reading Scrapyard Gem: 2008 SEAT Altea Scrapyard Gem: 2008 SEAT Altea originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 24 Mar 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Motor 1
MARCH 24, 2024
Spoiler alert: Some of the pistons are rusted to the walls.
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