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Ferrari F40 tipped to be inspiration for next Icona series

Motor Authority

Ferrari F40 rumored as inspiration for next Icona series car New car would follow Monza SP1/SP2 and Daytona SP3 Icona cars New car's launch might tie in with Ferrari's 80th anniversary in 2027 When it comes to iconic Ferraris, the F40, the last Prancing Horse signed off by Enzo himself, is right up there with the very best. It was launched in 1987.

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Switzerland October 2024: VW Tiguan best-seller, sales off -7.9%

Best Selling Cars Blog

The VW Tiguan is the most popular vehicle in Switzerland in October. The Swiss new car market falls -7.9% year-on-year in October to 18,753 units, leading to a year-to-date tally off -4.3% to 194,483. 4×4 sales drop -10.2% to 9,764 and 52.1% share vs. 53.4% a year ago but resist -1.9% year-to-date to 101,093 and 52% share vs. 50.7% over the first 10 months of 2023.

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2026 Kia Telluride spied for first time

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Redesigned Kia Telluride expected to debut in 2025 as a 2026 model New Telluride expected to offer hybrid powertrain for the first time Redesigned version of related Hyundai Palisade has also been spotted Engineers from Kia have been spotted testing a camouflaged prototype for a redesigned Telluride for the first time. It is being developed.

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South Korea October 2024: Kia Seltos breaks record, Renault Grand Koleos inside Top 10

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Grand Koleos accounts for 84% of Renault Korea sales in October. New car sales in South Korea progress +5.1% year-on-year in October to 145,444 units. For once this is solely due to the domestic manufacturers’ performance at +6.1% to 124,195. Reversely foreign carmakers edge down -0.4% to 21,249. Year-to-date, the overall market drops -5.8% to 1,342,396 including 1,126,416 for local brands (-6.5%) and 215,980 for foreigners (-1.4%).

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Mazda Iconic SP concept designer hints at production model with rotary engine

Motor Authority

Mazda continues to hint strongly at a production version of the Iconic SP concept Concept debuted at the 2023 Tokyo auto show Power comes from electric drive system with rotary engine serving as generator Mazda's Iconic SP sports car concept unveiled at the 2023 Tokyo auto show may have a bigger role than the typical glitzy show car rolled out to.

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Germany private sales October 2024: VW T-Roc back to #1, Mercedes GLA #3

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The Mercedes GLA hits a 65.5% private sales ratio in October. Private sales in Germany are down -2.6% year-on-year in October to 77,021 for a PS ratio (PSR) of 33.2% vs. 36.1% a year ago in October 2023. The year-to-date tally is up 0.5% to 765,470 and 32.6% PSR vs. 32.3% over the first 10 months of 2023. The VW T-Roc returns to the top spot it holds year-to-date with a 47% PSR, in line with the 47.4% it commands so far this year.

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2025 Kia Tasman debut marks brand's foray into pickup arena

Motor Authority

Tasman is Kia's first pickup truck Midsize pickup features body-on-frame construction and choice of gas and diesel powertrains Sales unlikely to start in U.S. Kia used the 2024 Jeddah auto show on last week in Saudi Arabia for the debut of its first pickup truck, the midsize Tasman. The Tasman is a proper truck featuring body-on-frame.

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Honda Models Probed

AutoDealer Today

Dozens of reports of engine failure appear to be similar to those addressed by an earlier recall that these vehicles weren’t included in.

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Ukraine October 2024: Renault overtakes Toyota for #1

Best Selling Cars Blog

Renault sales are up 79.4% in October. The Ukrainian new car market edges up 1.3% year-on-year in October to 5,807 units. This means the year-to-date volume is now up 19.1% to 59,067. This month Renault (+79.4%) surges ahead to lodge its first monthly win since April 2022. The French carmaker holds 13.3% share vs. 10.6% so far this year. It overtakes traditional leader Toyota (-26.9%) in great difficulty this month at 11.7% of the market vs. 15.4% year-to-date.

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Contents of Earnhardt Chevrolet (Ariz.) Up for Auction to Public

AutoDealer Today

Everything except the cars is up for sale via an online auction taking place now through Nov. 13.

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Australia’s first flying car now ‘on sale’

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Incoming Chinese carmaker Xpeng has confirmed it’s now taking orders in Australia for its X2 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) ‘flying car’ – but there are some pretty significant caveats. Unveiled at the Sydney International EV AutoShow on the weekend, following similar appearances at the Tokyo motor show in October and in China prior to that, the Xpeng X2 is now available to order in Australia.

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Toyota Wants To Build Up To 3 Million Cars A Year In China By 2030

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Toyota plans to nearly double production from 1.75 million last year to 3 million by decade’s end. The company also aims to consolidate its two Chinese joint ventures to improve efficiency. The plan will require significant investments that other Japanese automakers aren’t willing to make. Toyota is doubling down on its ambitions for the Chinese market , aiming to produce as many as 3 million vehicles annually in the country as it fights to claw back market share lost to surging dome

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Stellantis Says Its Vehicles HVO-Compatible

AutoDealer Today

Jeep maker touts full lineup’s ability to run on clean-burning diesel substitute.

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We’re Driving Jeep’s Crazy 470-HP Wrangler 392. Got Questions? Fire Away

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We’re testing the 2025MY Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition. Power comes from a 6.4-liter Hemi producing 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque It is likely the last V8 Wrangler in history – unless Jeep surprises us again. Love V8s? Well, you know we do—but we’d all better savor them while we can, because they’re quickly going the way of the dodo.

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International Motors enters official distributor agreement with XPENG

Motor Trader

International Motors has entered an official distributor agreement with Chinese manufacturer XPENG. This partnership marks a milestone moment for XPENG, with the UK highlighted as a key market in its European growth plans. The XPENG G6, a mid-size ultra-smart coupe SUV, will be its first vehicle to launch in the UK. The pure-electric vehicle includes 800-volt supercharging and an extended driving range.

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Lotus To Axe 200 British Jobs But Promises To Keep Up With Orders

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The British carmaker announced a separate round of layoffs in January. Lotus continues to develop a successor to the Emira, currently known as the Type 135. This next-generation model was previewed by the recent Theory 1 Concept. Lotus has revealed it will slash up to 200 jobs in the UK, partially due to changes in market demand and evolving market conditions.

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2025 Zeekr 009 price and specs: Luxury EV people mover starts at $135,900

CarExpert

The people mover segment in Australia is small, but Chinese newcomer Zeekr is launching into it with one of the quickest, most luxurious, flashiest and most expensive offerings. The 2025 Zeekr 009 is now available for pre-order, becoming the electric vehicle (EV) brand’s second model in Australia. Zeekr is offering it in either seven-seat or six-seat configurations, priced at $135,900 and $139,900 before on-road costs, respectively. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert rig

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New Suzuki Dzire Is An $8k Small Sedan With A 5-Star Global NCAP Rating

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The Suzuki Dzire distinguishes itself from the closely-related Swift with new looks. The small sedan retains its sub-4m footprint, but gains more features inside. The Dzire is the first Maruti Suzuki to gain a 5-star safety rating on Global NCAP. Maruti Suzuki has unveiled the fourth generation of the Dzire in India. Unlike its predecessors, the small sedan doesn’t share any resemblance to the Swift hatchback it is based on, adopting its own style.

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2025 GMC Yukon Denali price and specs: Big sticker for large luxury SUV

CarExpert

General Motors is gunning for the likes of the Lexus LX in Australia with the new 2025 GMC Yukon Denali. Orders have opened for the full-sized luxury SUV ahead of deliveries beginning in the second quarter of 2025. It wears a price tag of $169,990 before on-road costs , which puts the V8-powered SUV between entry-level and mid-range versions of the twin-turbo petrol V6-powered Lexus LX 600.

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Stellantis Axes Another 400 Jobs In Detroit Amid Mounting Layoff Crisis

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The job cuts will be effective as early as January 5, 2025. Axed employees will receive benefits totaling 74% of their pay for one year. The UAW has hit out at the layoffs. The bad news continues to rain down on Stellantis employees in the United States, as yet another round of layoffs has been announced. Just days after the automaker disclosed plans to indefinitely lay off 1,139 workers at its Toledo Assembly Complex, Stellantis has now confirmed an additional 400 job cuts at its Freud Street m

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Close Brothers makes phased return to writing motor finance

Motor Trader

Close Brothers Motor Finance has begun a phased return to the writing of new UK motor finance business. Following the temporary pause in underwriting new vehicle finance agreements, which was announced on 25 October 2024, CBMF resumed writing new business with selected partners on Saturday 2 November 2024. This is part of a phased approach which will see CBMF switching on new business with all third-party partners.

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Facelifted Dacia Jogger Spied Going For A Run

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Spy photographers have snapped the facelifted Dacia Jogger undergoing testing in Europe. The updated model features a slimmer grille, new bumpers, and likely reworked front and rear lights. Its official debut could arrive as soon as next year, though Dacia hasn’t confirmed this timeline yet. Dacia made some minor tweaks to the Jogger earlier this year, but it appears more extensive updates are on the horizon as spy photographers have snapped a facelifted prototype.

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Suzuki Made an $8,000 Sedan That Aced Crash Tests

Motor 1

The econobox doesn't skimp on safety, earning five stars in the Global NCAP crash test.

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To Protect And Recharge: CHP Tests Lucid Air Police Car

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The California Highway Patrol recently tested a modified version of the Lucid Air, known as the Lucid Pursuit. It featured an assortment of police-spec upgrades including emergency lights, a push bumper, and steel wheels. Pricing for the civilian version of the Air starts at $70K for the 430 hp base model and soars to $249K for the 1,234 hp Sapphire.

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Mazda revives dreams of new six-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive Mazda 6 sedan

Drive.com

Want the on-again, off-again Mazda 6 successor – with a six-cylinder engine and rear-wheel drive – to come to showrooms? Start buying sedans, according to a top executive. What a rear-drive Mazda 6 could look like, illustrated by Theottle. Mazda is calling on fans to trade their SUVs for sedans if they want any chance of seeing the long-mooted six-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive Mazda 6 in showrooms.

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EVs Banned From Aussie Dragstrip Over Safety Concerns

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Willowbank Raceway in Queensland, Australia, will no longer allow EVs on their dragstrip. The announcement cites safety risks, including “the release of toxic and flammable gas.” The Aussie dragstrip follows the example of other tracks located in the US and the UK. EV owners in Queensland, Australia , have just lost access to the Willowbank Raceway dragstrip.

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2025 GMC Yukon price and specs: Eight-seat American SUV detailed

Drive.com

The V8 engine may be being phased out by other car makers, but General Motors has just introduced the V8-powered GMC Yukon Denali in Australia, offering space, luxury, and off-road capability. 2025 GMC Yukon Denali pricing and specifications Petrol V8 power and low-range four-wheel drive Eight seats and lots of screens Priced from $169,990 before on-road costs The 2025 GMC Yukon has been outlined for Australia, with the range-topping Denali spec the sole option for local buyers.

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One-Off Lamborghini Revuelto With Stunning Paintwork Heads To China

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A new Lamborghini Revuelto “Opera Unica” appeared in Shanghai, China. The one-off features a hand-painted livery that required a stunning 480 hours of work. Another 53 hours of extra work were invested for the custom interior details. Lamborghini has introduced yet another one-off version of the Revuelto, this time for China. The latest “Opera Unica” creation of the Lamborghini Ad Personam program was introduced in Shanghai, featuring a red-themed livery with hand-painted

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Ferrari F430 pretends to be an electric car, hogs EV charger

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This petrol-powered F430 was spotted parked in a bay reserved for electric vehicles, while the plug can be seen resting within the car’s rear wheel. Image: Facebook A photo of a Ferrari F430 parking in an electric car charging bay has gone viral online, with the incident attracting a range of commenters either supporting or condemning the exotic car driver’s decision.

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Mercedes Offers Dealers $3,000 Per EV Sold, Will Buyers Get A Cut?

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Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the US can receive up to $3,000 for each 2024MY EV they sell. Generous incentives worth over $20,000 are also offered for some of the brand’s EVs. It will be up to individual dealers to decide if they pass the savings on to customers. Shoppers eyeing a new Mercedes-Benz EV may soon find themselves in a stronger negotiating position, thanks to a fresh dealership incentive program rolled out by the German automaker.

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2025 Mazda CX-80 review: Australian first drive

Drive.com

The CX-80 uses the DNA of the six-cylinder CX-60 and CX-90 to create Mazda’s closest replacement for the popular CX-8 and CX-9 seven-seaters. Is it worth its higher price? Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2025 Mazda CX-80 Mazda continues its move into higher-priced, more luxurious cars with the CX-80 , a seven-seat SUV based on the smaller CX-60.

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US Investigating 1.4M Honda And Acura Models After V6 Engine Failures

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into engine failures in Acura and Honda vehicles. The move comes after the government received 173 reports of failing connecting rod bearings in vehicles with 3.5-liter V6 engines. A previous recall addressed an engine manufacturing defect, so the investigation will examine if some vehicles slipped through the cracks.

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Survey says… Hyundai owners want buttons back

CarExpert

The rise of in-car technology has led to more manufacturers moving away from physical buttons to control certain functions such as a vehicle’s infotainment system, climate control and even safety equipment. This has been borne out of convenience and cost, allowing carmakers to save money by not installing switches and buttons, instead putting some features into the infotainment system.

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Man Accused Of Stealing 9 Cars Before Burning Down Dealership

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The stolen vehicles were found abandoned in several locations across Anderson County. The dealership was completely destroyed in the fire and officially declared a total loss. The police are investigating why the suspect, who is from Spartanburg, did what he did. Police in South Carolina have arrested a 53-year-old man for allegedly stealing nine cars from an Anderson County dealership before torching the entire facility to the ground.

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Mazda BT-50 ute to keep design as ‘strength of the brand’ amid incoming Kia Tasman competition

Drive.com

The Japanese car giant has welcomed competition from the likes of the Kia Tasman, as its dual-cab ute prepares for a mid-life facelift. Mazda says exterior design will remain a focus of the company – and “all” its models “need to look good” – as its third-best seller, the BT-50 ute, prepares to face a wave of new competition from South Korea and China.

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World’s First Tesla Cybertruck Dually Is Really Something

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The electric pickup has a pair of huge 26-inch wheels clad in 35-inch tires. Despite the new fender flares, the OEM charging port has been retained. There’s no word on how much the upgraded wheels reduce the truck’s range. Plenty of Tesla Cybertrucks descended upon Las Vegas last week for SEMA , but the most dramatic of them all was brought to life by a Florida-based shop you’ve likely never heard of: Reds Miami.

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Audi Isn’t Bringing Back Fun Cars

Motor 1

Fun is overrated because there's more money to be made with SUVs.

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