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Pakistan Full Year 2023: Market down -63.8%, Suzuki Alto at 25.7% share

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The Suzuki Alto holds one quarter of the Pakistani market in 2023. Discover close to 30 years of Pakistan Historical Data here. Sales of locally produced light vehicles in Pakistan are devastated in 2023 at -63.8% to just 82,218 units, according to local association PAMA. Issues with the importation of vehicle parts are partly to blame for this horrendous performance.

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2023 Ford Bronco DR with mystichrome paint surfaces for sale

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A 2023 Ford Bronco DR with throwback paint has surfaced for sale on Bring a Trailer. Announced in 2021, the Bronco DR (short for Desert Racer) is a turnkey race truck intended as a spiritual successor to Broncos that competed in the Baja 1000 in the 1960s and 1970s. Just 50 are thought to have been built, all as 2023 models with a mid-$200,000.

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New Zealand Full Year 2023: Ford Ranger and Toyota RAV4 on top, MG and BYD up

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The MG 4 was #1 overall in December. Discover 50 years of New Zealand Historical Info here. The New Zealand new vehicle market skids -9.6% year-on-year in 2023 to 149,005 units. This year, sales have been disrupted by Clean Car policy changes with customers rushing to register vehicles to avoid new fees in June. The months following all the way to the end of the year were depleted.

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Volkswagen came to the US 75 years ago

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Volkswagen has been selling cars in the U.S. for the past 75 years, becoming one of the largest automakers in this market. And it all started with just two Beetles. As recounted by the automaker, Dutch businessman Ben Pon landed in New York with the two cars in 1949. The Type 2, also known as the Microbus, followed, reaching U.S. shores in 1950.

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Iceland Full Year 2023: Tesla Model Y smashes annual volume record, holds 18.6% share

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The Tesla Model Y peaked at 46% share in November Discover 20 years of Icelandic Historical Data here. The Icelandic new car market is up 5.2% year-on-year in 2023 to 17,542 sales. Tesla (+181.7%) leaps from the 4th place in 2022 to #1 brand in 2023 with 20.2% share. Toyota (+8.9%) is knocked down to #2 despite improving its share from 16.5% to 17.1%.

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Tesla slammed by judge after pushing for arrest of NSW man – report

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A failed attempt to have a man arrested has resulted in Tesla getting slammed by a Federal Court Judge. A Federal Court judge has rejected attempts by Tesla to have a man from New South Wales arrested, after he allegedly defied court orders. Tesla filed a lawsuit in recent weeks in an attempt to have leaked whistleblower documents taken down from the internet, which the company alleges had been uploaded by the man, Lawyerly reports.

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Seat plots urban EV as it commits to keep making cars

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Seat's version of the Volkswagen ID 1 would replace axed Mii city car Brand's future lies in mobility solutions, but it will still be making cars at the end of the decade Seat hasn't launched its final car, Autocar understands, with the Spanish brand considering an entry-level electric city car twinned with the upcoming Volkswagen ID 1. The revelation comes after Seat chairman Thomas Schäfer told Autocar last year that “the future of Seat is Cupra ”, strongly suggesting that Seat would pivot to

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Volvo Cars sees 'tremendous growth' in EVs, CEO says

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Filed under: By the Numbers , Green , Volvo , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading Volvo Cars sees 'tremendous growth' in EVs, CEO says Volvo Cars sees 'tremendous growth' in EVs, CEO says originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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World record sales tipped for electric vehicles

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2024 may be The Year of the Electric Car with experts predicting growth to triple for record sales globally. Electric vehicles are on track for world record sales in 2024 with demand set to boom according to data analysts Stocklytics.com. More electric vehicles will be sold than ever in the next 12 months, says Stocklytics.com , predicting record sales around the world of one million cars a month.

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Drag Racing Every Ford GT Generation Shows Just How Far Technology’s Come In 50 Years

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Since the very beginning, the Ford GT has always been the top tier of American performance cars. From the timeless GT40 of the mid-20th century to the tech-packed GT of today, each one was a staple in its respective era. To see how each GT stacked up against one another, Carwow decided they would pit all three generations against each other in a series of races.

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Prince William’s car proves he’s cooler than other royals

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Not only does the heir to the British throne drive himself, he gets around town in a sleek electric car. Image: Getty Typically when we see members of the British royal family, they’re in the back seat of chauffeur-driven limousines, or tooling around the countryside in one of their trademark Land Rover SUVs. RELATED: The King of Sweden drives a very un-royal car RELATED: The new King of Denmark will get around in a low-key car Recently, however, Prince William – Duke of Cambridge and heir

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Here’s More Of That Scion XD86D Four-Door Concept Based On The 86 Coupe

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Automakers have the bad habit of keeping some of their concepts hidden from the public, but thankfully some of them eventually see the light of day. A great example is the pictured Scion X86D shooting brake concept coming from the Toyota’s Calty design studio in California, which was kind enough to publish more photos of its exterior and interior on Instagram.

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Tesla directors in the spotlight as Elon Musk asks for more control. Are they up to the fight?

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Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Government/Legal , Tesla Continue reading Tesla directors in the spotlight as Elon Musk asks for more control. Are they up to the fight? Tesla directors in the spotlight as Elon Musk asks for more control. Are they up to the fight? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mercedes Tech Quotes Shocking $20,000 Repair Bill For 2008 C-Class

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Luxury vehicles have a peculiar knack for depreciating faster than a melting ice cream cone on a scorching summer afternoon. One of the prime culprits behind this phenomenon is the jaw-dropping cost of maintenance, which often rivals the original price of the car. A 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class serves as a prime example of this phenomenon. While it may not have held the title for the most expensive model of its era, one particular example now commands a jaw-dropping $20,000 for essential repairs,

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China wants to rein in its booming electric car industry – report

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The Chinese government will step in and force the country’s electric vehicle (EV) makers to slow down production, as the growing number of startups threatens to cannibalise the industry. As reported by the Financial Times , China’s vice-minister of industry and information technology, Xin Guobin, last week warned there is “insufficient external consumer demand” for the country’s EVs in export markets.

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These Are The Best Selling EVs Of 2023

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The numbers for 2023 are mostly in and the top 15 electric vehicles in terms of sales provide some interesting insight. Tesla still has a gigantic lead on the rest of the field combined. Beyond that though there are some notable names in the top 15 that deserve recognition. Tesla is still the world’s leading EV manufacturer beating out even BYD by over 200,000 units in 2023.

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BYD’s right-hand drive SUV plans come into focus

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BYD’s new Sea Lion 07 electric SUV will be produced in right-hand drive, but RHD versions of its similarly sized Seal U will be available only with plug-in hybrid power. A spokesperson for BYD Auto New Zealand told EVs & Beyond that the RHD Sea Lion 07 will be introduced in that market during 2024. As for the Seal U, which has been spied testing in Australia , it will only be offered in plug-in hybrid guise in RHD markets as it wasn’t developed from the ground up as an electric v

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Google Chrome web browser added to select Volvo and Polestar models

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Volvo and Polestar drivers will now be able to browse the internet on the infotainment screen when the car is parked – similar to Tesla electric cars. Certain Volvo and Polestar vehicles with the companies’ latest infotainment software will gain access to the Google Chrome web browser when the vehicle is parked. It is available for cars with the Chinese-owned Swedish car makers’ Android Automotive-based infotainment systems – all versions of the Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric and

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How Do You Feel About Borla’s Fake Exhaust For EVs That Gives The Mach-E V8 Sounds?

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Electric vehicles have proven that they can be incredibly capable performance machines, but they all miss the signature sound of, well, basically any ICE performance car. Borla, the world-famous exhaust manufacturer, wants to bring that experience to the EV market so it’s designed a product called the “Active Performance Sound system” or APSS for short.

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Mazda 6 to live on in Australia after death in Japan

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The Mazda 6 will remain in production for Australia in Japan – at least for the time being – even though it will no longer be sold in its home market. Mazda will keep the lights on in the Japanese factory which builds the slow-selling Mazda 6 sedan and wagon for Australia, even after production ends for Japanese showrooms in April 2024. The car maker has confirmed reports the Mazda 6 will be dropped from the line-up in Japan amid declining sales, to focus on more popular and more profitable CX-b

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VinFast bets its U.S. future on $20,000 EV that's 'an interesting twist'

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Filed under: Green , Crossover , Electric Continue reading VinFast bets its U.S. future on $20,000 EV that's 'an interesting twist' VinFast bets its U.S. future on $20,000 EV that's 'an interesting twist' originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ford cuts more F-150 Lightning production amid declining demand

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The Ford F-150 Lightning’s honeymoon period appears to be over, with the US car giant announcing it will cut production of the electric pickup down to just one shift a day – far from the heights of three daily shifts just a handful of months ago. When Ford launched the F-150 Lightning in 2022 as a battery-powered twin to the petrol and diesel-powered F-150 pickup, the brand predicted production could eventually ramp up to 80,000 examples annually – later amending the figure to an ambitious 150,0

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Pristine Ferrari 250 GT SWB tipped to fetch more than $15 million at auction

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With matching numbers and a factory fresh 3.0-litre V12, this Italian coupe is ready to win classic-car display shows around the world. A 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta Competizione by Scaglietti sports car is set to cross the auction block later this month. The 250 GT SWB – one of 45 aluminium-bodied Competizione examples built by Ferrari in 1960 – is the headline lot at an RM Sotheby’s auction in Paris later this month.

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Alpine’s hotter take on the Renault 5 electric car spied

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Alpine is transitioning from a one-model line-up to a wider range of sporty models, one of which will be a new, retro-styled hot hatch. The Alpine A290 has been undergoing cold-weather testing while still wearing large amounts of camouflage. It’s set to debut in Europe during 2024. Despite the extensive disguise, there are some subtle details visible that separate the sportier Alpine from the Renault 5 it’s based on.

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BYD Seal U SUV to be plug-in hybrid only in Australia, no electric version yet – report

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BYD’s new mid-size SUV for Australia will not be available as an electric vehicle. However an alternative to fill the gap may arrive at a later date. BYD Seal U/Song Plus Champion Edition plug-in hybrid. The upcoming Toyota RAV4 mid-size SUV rival from Chinese car giant BYD appears set to be sold in Australia solely as a plug-in hybrid, for the time being.

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How the Ford Mustang Mach-E is saving the V8 engine

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The CEO of US car giant Ford has doubled down on the Blue Oval’s commitment to V8 power in its Mustang coupe and convertible, crediting the continuation of production to its electric SUV sibling. Speaking to media ahead of the upcoming Daytona 24 Hour endurance race – in which the new Mustang GT3 will make its racing debut – Ford boss Jim Farley voiced the brand’s commitment to V8 engines for its flagship coupe. “[…]if we’re the only one on the planet making a V8 affordable sports car for

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The Top 25 Cars Offering The Most Miles For Your Buck With A Surprise Winner

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While this may not be a popular topic on a website dedicated to car enthusiasts, for most people, a vehicle is primarily a utilitarian product that must efficiently transport its owner from point A to point B. In that regard, you might be surprised to discover that the unassuming Mitsubishi Mirage is the new vehicle that provides the best bang for a buyer’s buck.

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Triton frightened after colliding with Jetstar plane

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This will be an interesting one to explain to the insurance company… A Jetstar aircraft and a Mitsubishi Triton collided this morning at Sydney Airport. Photos of the incident were posted on Facebook to the Aussie AV Geeks page. It’s currently unclear how the incident occurred. According to 7News , the incident occurred at 5:30am today, January 22.

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Vegas cashed in on Formula 1, but not everyone won

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Filed under: Celebrities , Motorsports , Read This , Automotive History , Racing Vehicles Continue reading Vegas cashed in on Formula 1, but not everyone won Vegas cashed in on Formula 1, but not everyone won originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Opinion: Toll roads are a scourge, but they could be a force for good

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If we have to spend billions on toll roads each year, the generated profits should at least go to a good cause. Toll roads suck. There’s nothing worse than hearing that beep of a transponder – signalling even more hard-earned money departing your bank account – often as you slowly grind your way through a never-ending traffic jam. Cost of living has never been higher for Australians, who are being asked to return to their city offices, and are only well served by public transport if they are l

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Best trucks for the money in 2024, according to iSeeCars

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Filed under: Chevrolet , Ford , GMC , Nissan , RAM , Toyota Continue reading Best trucks for the money in 2024, according to iSeeCars Best trucks for the money in 2024, according to iSeeCars originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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‘Electric cars could end up like Betamax’

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Mike Rutherford thinks electric cars could end being priced out of the market - just like Betamax did almost 50 years ago

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Junkyard Gem: 2008 Suzuki XL-7

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Filed under: Suzuki , Automotive History , SUV Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 2008 Suzuki XL-7 Junkyard Gem: 2008 Suzuki XL-7 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Tesla Model 3 Performance imagined: Everything we know so far

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The updated Tesla Model 3 Performance is around the corner with new looks and quicker acceleration. Here’s what we know so far – and what it’s expected to look like. Tesla is months away from revealing the most powerful and quickest-accelerating version of its smallest electric car, the 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance. As reported extensively by Drive , the top-of-the-range Performance was absent from the initial facelifted Model 3 range at its global unveiling in September 2023.

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Startup Vay launches remote-driven car service in Las Vegas

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Filed under: Autonomous Vehicles , Commercial Vehicles Continue reading Startup Vay launches remote-driven car service in Las Vegas Startup Vay launches remote-driven car service in Las Vegas originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This Ford Bronco DR Is Ready For Baja, And You Can Own It

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Just one of 50 built by Multimatic Motorsports, this Bronco DR is up for sale on Bring a Trailer.

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This Airbnb lets you stay in a classic Volkswagen

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Airbnb has taken off in recent years and we’ve seen some crazy listings, but this one is particularly cool if you’re a car enthusiast. Eco Camping hosts guests in a variety of vintage Volkswagen Beetles and Kombis in Valladolid, near Cancun, Mexico. A one-night stay in a Beetle will set you back around A$145 for the night. The stay includes a chef service, a small dining table, and a hammock while the wider property – to which all guests have access – offers a pool and wi-fi.

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