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Ferrari CEO: E-fuel may be how gas supercars live on

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Ferrari wants to keep the engine alive in the electric era Synthetic fuel might be how Ferrari keeps the internal combustion alive Ferrari's already working on its first EV One of the biggest allures of a Ferrari is the sound of the car's engine. The maker of some of the world's most desirable supercars and now also an SUV understands that the.

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Singapore June 2024: BYD (+571.7%), Hyundai (+231.3%) impress, sales up 61.8%

Best Selling Cars Blog

Hyundai sales are up 231.3% year-on-year in Singapore. 3,774 new cars found a buyer in Singapore in June, a fantastic 61.8% year-on-year improvement. However keep in mind June 2023 was off -28.4% on the year prior. H1 2024 volumes are up 40.5% to 18,576. Toyota (+10.7%) is shy and sees its share fall to 15.9% vs. 17% year-to-date. BMW (+79.5%) is up two spots on last month to #2, distancing Mercedes (+34%) and BYD (+571.7%) still in exceptional shape.

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Bentley has built its final W-12 engine

Motor Authority

Bentley on Tuesday celebrated the construction of the final W-12 engine at its plant in Crewe, U.K., ending a run that lasted two decades. The final engine is also the most powerful; rated at 740 hp, it's destined for one of Bentley's limited-edition Baturs, a coachbuilt special built to celebrate the W-12 as well as preview design themes for.

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Uruguay June 2024: BYD smashes records

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BYD holds 12% of the Uruguayan market in June. The Uruguayan new car market edges up 1.1% year-on-year in June to 5,045 sales, meaning the H1 2024 volume is up 8.8% to 28,542. Chevrolet (-3.5%) holds onto the brands top spot with 18.1% share vs. 17.1% year-to-date. The performance of the month is without a doubt produced by BYD, up 879% year-on-year to #2 with a record 12% share, smashing its previous best of 5.7% hit last March.

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Porsche changes strategy as EV demand slows

Motor Authority

Porsche said the electric transition will take longer than anticipated Porsche still plans to go mostly electric with its lineup The gas-powered Macan and 718 sports cars are on their way out Porsche is the latest automaker to change its strategy when it comes to electric vehicles, due to slower than expected growth in demand. Citing a statement.

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Saudi Arabia H1 2024: MG (+102%), Suzuki (+88.5%) highlight market up 6.3%

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Suzuki Swift Dzire sales are up 57.1% year-on-year. New car sales progress by 6.3% or almost 22,000 units year-on-year over the First Half of 2024 to 367,178. Toyota (-2.6%) can’t catch up with the market gain and slides from 30.7% to 28.1% share. In contrast the next five carmakers all beat the market: Hyundai (+13.5%) is up to 15.6% share, Kia (+36.1%) up to 7.7% and Nissan (+14.5%) up to 6%.

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Modern Silvia could happen, says senior Nissan exec

Motor Authority

Nissan might bring back the Silvia globally The Silvia would potentially serve as an entry-level sports car Nissan has shown some electric sports car concepts in recent years With the GT-R soon to be out of production and a successor nowhere in sight, Nissan's sports car lineup will soon be down to just the Z. However, the Z is on the wrong side.

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Tesla robotaxi event pushed back to Oct. 10

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Tesla's Robotaxi debut shifted from Aug. 8 to Oct. 10 Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed the event's pushback during a rough second-quarter earnings call Musk hasn't answered any questions about the Robotaxi Tesla will push back the unveiling of its Robotaxi autonomous vehicle from Aug. 8 to Oct. 10, CEO Elon Musk confirmed Tuesday during the.

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Kia primes striking petrol hatchback to take on VW Golf

Autocar

K4 is available with a naturally aspirated 147bhp 2.0-litre engine and a 190bhp 1.6-litre turbo Mexican-built model for the US market could eventually replace the Ceed in Europe Kia is poised to take on the Volkswagen Golf with a striking new petrol-powered hatchback aimed at global markets – and an eventual European launch could be on the cards. The new Kia K4 will be offered in North America, Asia and the Middle East as a Skoda Octavia -style liftback as well as a traditional five-door hatch.

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1,527-hp Xiaomi SU7 Ultra aims for Porsche Taycan Turbo GT

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Chinese startup Xiaomi aims to topple Porsche's lap times at the 'Ring A high performance version of the SUV7, dubbed Ultra, packs 1,527 hp Xiaomi said it plans to set an official Nürburgring lap time in October Smartphone giant Xiaomi this week revealed a prototype for a hardcore version of its first car, the SU7 electric sedan. The new.

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New Renault Twingo to be built in Slovenia

Autocar

Twingo's two-year development cycle will be one of the shortest for any Renault yet Sub-£17k electric city car will be built alongside the Clio at the same plant as the previous Twingo The new Renault Twingo is set to be built alongside the Clio at the Revoz plant in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. That is according to the Slovenian Press Agency , which today reported that the nation’s government has signed a memorandum of understanding with Renault to build 150,000 new Twingos per year at the plant, star

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Hyundai Elantra N, Kona N, Veloster N, and Genesis G70 recalled for power loss

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Hyundai is recalling 54,647 N performance models for potentially-faulty fuel pumps that could lead to a loss of power. The recall disclosed by the NHTSA Monday encompasses 2019-2022 Hyundai Veloster N, 2022-2023 Hyundai Elantra N, and 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona N models, as well as Genesis G70 sports sedans from model years 2019 to 2023. In the.

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State of the CARS Rule, Part 2

AutoDealer Today

Regardless of how the courts rule on this FTC regulation on hold, it's best to go ahead and be prepared for some form of it.

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Hyundai Elantra N, Kona N, Veloster N, and other Ns recalled for power loss

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Hyundai is recalling 54,647 N performance models for potentially-faulty fuel pumps that could lead to a loss of power. The recall disclosed by the NHTSA Monday encompasses 2019-2022 Hyundai Veloster N, 2022-2023 Hyundai Elantra N, and 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona N models, as well as Genesis G70 sports sedans from model years 2019 to 2023. In the.

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Ferrari Calls Cryptocurrency Foray a Success

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Carmaker will add the payment options in its European dealerships this month after introducing it in the U.S. last year.

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Mazda looks set to introduce a revised logo

Motor Authority

A trademark filing for a revised Mazda logo has surfaced on the website of Japan's patent and trademark information office, indicating that a new look is coming to Mazda cars, at least as far as the logo is concerned. First spotted by Japanese website Chizai Watch, the trademark was filed by Mazda on July 11 and published on July 24. The revised.

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Renault readying Twizy successor for UK launch

Autocar

Mobilize Duo has the same tandem seating set-up as the Renault Twizy New Mobilize Bento and Duo will soon be available in the UK, a new job listing reveals Renault is gearing up for the UK launch of the Twizy’s spiritual successor, the Mobilize Duo. The news was confirmed by the appearance of a job listing on LinkedIn for a London-based product manager for the Duo and its cargo van variant, the Bento.

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Ferrari to extend crypto payment system to European dealers

Motor Trader

Ferrari will extend its cryptocurrency payment system to European dealers from the end of July in order to cater to evolving needs. The payment system was successfully launched in the US less than a year ago. Ferrari partners with Bitpay and accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum and the stablecoin USDC in the US. Ferrari expects to expand the cryptocurrency payment system internationally by the end of 2024.

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Mitsubishi Triton Black Edition Is Darker, Meaner, And Exclusively RWD

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The Mitsubishi Triton Black Edition expands the truck’s lineup in Thailand. The new trim is based on the Ultra, adding gloss black accents all around the bodywork. The Black Edition is exclusively offered with rear-wheel-drive and an automatic gearbox. Black edition models have become almost an old cliché in the automotive world, but people seem to love them very much, so why not give them what they want?

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Ford's Q2 adjusted profit falls on EV hit

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Ford Continue reading Ford's Q2 adjusted profit falls on EV hit Ford's Q2 adjusted profit falls on EV hit originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Kawasaki Showcases New Hydrogen-Powered Motorcycle

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Kawasaki has introduced a hydrogen-powered motorcycle in Japan. The prototype features a modified engine that runs on hydrogen instead of gasoline. Kawasaki aims to offer a “hydrogen ICE” motorcycle early next decade. Kawasaki has unveiled a hydrogen-powered motorcycle that promises the benefits of a traditional bike with far less emissions.

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SUV Gets Top Safety Mark

AutoDealer Today

Electric vehicle is a tire up after its headlights get a glare-reducing tweak.

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US Govt Steps Up To Assist Laid Off Tesla Employees

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The United States is stepping up to assist workers affected by layoffs at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Austin. The Department of Labor has awarded Texas more than $1 million to provide employment and retraining services for impacted employees. A WARN notice suggested 2,688 people were impacted by the job cuts. The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded Texas more than $1 million to aid employees affected by mass layoffs at the Tesla Gigafactory in Austin.

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The latest on Toyota’s reborn FJ Cruiser

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All signs are pointing towards the Toyota FJ Cruiser making a comeback, with the latest reports from Japan claiming it’ll enter production by 2025. According to Best Car , Toyota’s new off-roader is due to start rolling off the production line in November 2024 – the first time the legendary model’s return has had a loose date attached to it. As with previous reports, such as those by Autocar India , the latest from Best Car Web says the model – expected to be be called FJ Cruiser or LandCruiser

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Thornley Kelham’s European RS Is A $750k 911 Restomod Inspired By The 997 GT3 RS 4.0

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UK-based Thornley Kelham has revealed a backdated air-cooled 911 that’s the second in a family of four very different restomods. The circa-$750k 911 is limited to 25 units and can be optioned with one of three engines, the wildest, a 3.8 that spins to 10,000 rpm. A restomodded Porsche 356 and Jaguar XK continue the series later this year, and follow on from the Lancia Aurelia Outlaw that TK built in 2021.

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Fleets Eyeing the Upsides of EVs

AutoDealer Today

Cox Automotive survey finds they can be a good fit for business needs.

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2025 Kia K4 Injects Style Into The Humble Hatch

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The all-new 2025 Kia K4 hatchback was spotted testing in prototype form. The K4 could be called Ceed in Europe, where it will battle the VW Golf and Opel Astra. America will get the hatch as well as a K4 sedan that replaces the Forte later this year. Although the boom in small crossovers and SUVs has moved the needle away from hatchbacks, Kia thinks there’s still some mileage in the half century-old format.

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Google’s parent company to pour billions into robotaxi firm

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Alphabet, the parent company of search engine giant Google, has announced it’ll be investing a further US$5 billion (AU$ 7.6 billion) into its autonomous robotaxi firm Waymo. CNBC reports Alphabet CFO Ruth Porat announced the funding in its second-quarter earnings call, while reiterating the company’s focus on remaining involved in new technologies, adding Waymo is an “important example” of its long-standing investments. “This new round of funding will enable Waymo

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BMW Recalling Nearly 300,000 X3s Because Their Cargo Rails Might Set Sail In A Crash

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BMW is recalling almost 300,000 X3s in the US over fears the cargo rails in the trunk might detach in an accident. A total of 291,112 SUVs need to be returned to dealerships to have their cargo rail securing bolts replaced. X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, and X3 M models built between 2017 and 2022 are affected. Cargo rails in a car’s trunk help keep messy loads from spilling all over the place, and also give us protection from heavy luggage cannonballing into the front seat area unde

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2025 Porsche Taycan makes big range gains

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Filed under: Green , Porsche , Electric Continue reading 2025 Porsche Taycan makes big range gains 2025 Porsche Taycan makes big range gains originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 BMW M5 Gains An Extra Dose Of Carbon With Optional M Performance Parts

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The new BMW M5 is optionally available with an M Performance Parts bodykit made of CFRP. Interior options are currently limited to branded floor mats and a Nappa leather key case. New wheel designs will be available in the summer of 2025. Fresh out of the M5’s global debut last month , BMW revealed a range of optional accessories and M Performance parts for the electrified performance sedan.

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Top 10 best electric sports cars 2024

Autocar

Some of the fastest cars on the planet are now powered by electricity. These are the best ones right now, along with the most anticipated The march towards electrification is accelerating, and if any sector serves to highlight the permanent shift towards all things battery-powered, it's the sports car class. Traditionally the preserve of petrol-soaked, adrenaline-pumping machines, this rarefied corner of the market has seen ever-increasing numbers of contenders favouring lithium-ion over super u

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Bentley’s W12 Engine Bows Out Of Production After 20 Years

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Bentley said goodbye to the twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12 powertrain. Over 100,000 examples of the 12-cylinder engine were hand-built since its debut at the 2003 Bentley Continental GT. The W12 has been replaced by a new V8-based PHEV powertrain with more power and better efficiency. The last-ever Bentley W12 engine rolled off the production line at Crewe, marking the end of the 12-cylinder era for the brand.

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BMWs Recalled to Fix Interior Safety Risk

AutoDealer Today

The vehicles' cargo rail may come loose in certain collisions.

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Daihatsu Rocky Crossfield Looks Ready To Rock With Unpainted Bumpers But Sadly No AWD

Carscoops

Daihatsu introduced the Rocky Crossfield concept at the GIIAS 2024. Modifications include unpainted bumpers, a roof rack, and all-terrain tires. The concept highlights the tuning potential of the urban SUV. The Daihatsu Rocky and Toyota Raize twins have been around since 2019 , but that didn’t stop the automaker from using it as a base for a new and interesting concept.

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New electric car charging lab to boost reliability of public EV chargers

Auto Express

Gridserve’s new facility makes it easier to diagnose problems in the network and boost the speed and success rate of EV charging

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A Chevrolet Dealership Offers Silverado EV At 20 Percent Off And It’s Not Just Them

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Hohl Chevrolet is offering the Silverado EV with a $12,500 discount. Other dealers offer the electric truck for thousands off as well. Despite a cooling EV market, the move could pay off for these dealers. 12 months ago the idea of a brand new all-electric truck going for 20 percent off would’ve sounded ridiculous. Today, that sort of price slashing is a key component of increasing sales for some dealers.

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