Sat.Jun 22, 2024

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Updated 2025 Audi RS 3 sets new Nürburgring lap record

Motor Authority

The 2025 Audi RS 3 set the compact car Nürburgring lap record The RS 3 gets a refresh for 2025 with mild design tweaks Audi confirmed the updated 2025 RS 3 will retain the turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-5 The 2025 Audi RS 3 hasn't been revealed yet and it's already set a lap record at the Nürburgring. On Friday, Audi announced that its.

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Man Sues BMW For $5 Million After $92 Repair

Carscoops

A class action lawsuit claims BMW antenna leaks damage electronics, costing owners thousands. The lawsuit accuses BMW of hiding the problem and not covering repairs under warranty. Lawyers are seeking more than $5 million and alleges various violations by BMW. BMW has been hit with a class action lawsuit that alleges an assortment of vehicles are equipped with a “defectively designed and/or manufactured” shark fin antenna that allows for water infiltration.

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Meet the Karbike: not just an e-bike, but not quite a car

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Filed under: Design/Style , Green , Weird Car News , Transportation Alternatives , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading Meet the Karbike: not just an e-bike, but not quite a car Meet the Karbike: not just an e-bike, but not quite a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Fastest And Slowest Selling Car Brands In The US

Carscoops

Lexus was the fastest-selling luxury car in May 2024, with the slowest being Maserati. Toyota was the quickest-selling mass-market car in May 2024, followed by Honda and Subaru. While new car inventories climb higher, average transaction prices are staying stable. As new car inventories continue to rise across the US, it should be a buyers’ market.

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U.S. bans on gas-powered leaf blowers grow, as does blowback from landscaping industry

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Emissions , Green Culture , Electric Continue reading U.S. bans on gas-powered leaf blowers grow, as does blowback from landscaping industry U.S. bans on gas-powered leaf blowers grow, as does blowback from landscaping industry originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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How Bugatti’s Tourbillon Name Mixed Up Google’s Internet Algorithm

Carscoops

Bugatti’s “Tourbillon” name sparks online confusion, focusing on watches instead of the car itself. The name clashes with Bugatti’s existing watch collaborations with Jacob & Co. The overlap between hypercar and watch identities raises questions about strategic brand naming. What’s in a name? When it comes to christening a car as significant as a new Bugatti, we imagine it took months of deliberations.

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The Perfect Way for the General Manager to Start the Day on the Right Foot

Dealers Edge

Press Play To Listen To This Post. On Mobile Select "Play From Browser" MEMBER ACCESS TO THIS RESOURCE: [link] NOT A MEMBER? START YOUR FREE TRIAL TODAY: [link] Wake Up the Dealership! Getting the day started on the right foot is extremely important as it can set the tone for the rest of the day. Starting the day in a positive and productive manner can help increase motivation, boost energy levels, and improve overall performance.

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The 10 most expensive EVs and PHEVs to operate for 5 years

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Car Buying , Ownership , Electric Continue reading The 10 most expensive EVs and PHEVs to operate for 5 years The 10 most expensive EVs and PHEVs to operate for 5 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 11:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Should Fossil Fuel Ads Be Banned Like Tobacco?

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UN chief calls on governments, media, and tech companies to stop fossil fuel advertising. Some cities like Edinburgh and Sydney have already banned energy companies from advertising. Such a ban in the US would be difficult unless amendments to the constitution were made. Earlier this month, United Nations secretary general, António Guterres, called on the world’s governments and media to stop taking dollars from the fossil fuel industry.

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‘I tried sleeping in a campervan and learned a valuable lesson’

Drive.com

As a six-foot-four fan of nice hotels and bustling cities, campervan life doesn’t really appeal to me. Still, I thought I’d give it a go… It takes a lot to get me camping these days. Far from my childhood spent pitching a tent every Easter holiday period, these days my time away is more typically spent within the comfort of four walls and a freestanding bed.

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As Fisker heads toward liquidation, creditors fight over assets

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Fisker Continue reading As Fisker heads toward liquidation, creditors fight over assets As Fisker heads toward liquidation, creditors fight over assets originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 11:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Toyota GR Corolla Buyer Finds Dealer-Installed GPS Tracker Hidden In Car

Carscoops

A GR Corolla owner had a strange battery drain that he tracked back to a hidden GPS device. He claims that the dealer installed it without his knowledge and never informed him about it. The potential implications of such a device go far beyond simply repossessing a vehicle. Imagine the excitement of picking up your brand new Toyota GR Corolla Circuit, a performance machine ready to rip up the road.

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Brazilian mining company is testing ultra-fast charging niobium batteries in a VW bus

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Electric Continue reading Brazilian mining company is testing ultra-fast charging niobium batteries in a VW bus Brazilian mining company is testing ultra-fast charging niobium batteries in a VW bus originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2 Fast, cops Furious: Street racers clocked at over 200km/h on Hume Highway

Drive.com

Police in Sydney spotted two young drivers hitting speeds more than 100km/h over the limit, but it wasn’t long before they got booked. Highway Patrol police have clocked a pair of young drivers trying to carry out their own Fast and Furious – inspired street race at more than 200km/h in Sydney’s south-west. The two men, aged 22 and 24 years-old, were spotted by police along the Hume Highway at Woodbine going at more than 100km/h over the speed limit.

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China spends at least $230 billion trying to win the EV race, think tank finds

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Filed under: Commerce , Parts and Accessories Continue reading China spends at least $230 billion trying to win the EV race, think tank finds China spends at least $230 billion trying to win the EV race, think tank finds originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 07:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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‘Pull over immediately’: Mechanics reveal the biggest red flags on cars

Drive.com

Heard a funny noise coming from your car recently? Here, mechanics reveal the most expensive car issues to fix. Gone are the days when cars rattled, vibrated, or made odd noises from the factory. Now, manufacturing technology has allowed car makers to produce an iron-clad design that is smooth and rattle-free. RELATED: What to do when your car overheats That means if you hear any noises that weren’t there the last time you drove your modern car, something could be seriously wrong.

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The 10 cheapest EVs, PHEVs and hybrids to operate for 5 years

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Filed under: Green , Car Buying , Ownership , Electric Continue reading The 10 cheapest EVs, PHEVs and hybrids to operate for 5 years The 10 cheapest EVs, PHEVs and hybrids to operate for 5 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There’s an app for that: Reports spike in neighbours dobbing in dodgy parking

Drive.com

Perth residents have had enough, and are taking matters into their own hands to solve their illegal parking problem. Eagle-eyed residents are using a phone app to dob in their neighbours’ bad parking – with around 6000 reports in just one city so far this year. Fed up with seeing dodgy parking jobs in their area, residents of Tapping in Perth’s north have started dobbing in their neighbours using the Snap, Send, Solve app.

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Scrapyard Gem: 2003 MG TF

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Filed under: Foreign Makes , Automotive History , Convertible , Classics Continue reading Scrapyard Gem: 2003 MG TF Scrapyard Gem: 2003 MG TF originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pimp My Ride Is Back, Sort Of

Automotive News

Resurrected Rides on Netflix will channel "the spirit and the knowledge" of the original show.

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How to buff out scratches on a car

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Filed under: Commerce , Parts and Accessories Continue reading How to buff out scratches on a car How to buff out scratches on a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 22 Jun 2024 08:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When the first electric Maseratis will arrive in Australia

CarExpert

Maserati is gearing up to launch its first electric cars in Australia during the first quarter of 2025. Electric versions of the Grecale SUV, GranTurismo coupe, and GranCabrio convertible are all bound for our shores, with the first customer cars due in the first quarter of 2025. The first electric Maseratis to land in showrooms will be the GranTurismo Folgore and Grecale Folgore.

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Used Vauxhall VX220 (2000-2005) buyer’s guide

Auto Express

A full used buyer’s guide on the Vauxhall VX220, which was on sale between 2000 and 2005

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The American brand that isn’t interested in pickup trucks

CarExpert

General Motors has sold luxury pickup trucks before under its flagship Cadillac brand, but its global design boss says it has no plans to return to the segment. “We would not do a pickup at Cadillac,” said Michael Simcoe, GM’s vice president of global design. “That would be a waste of an entry, we’d spend that sort of capital and that sort of showroom spot on something much more exciting and much more appropriate to Cadillac.

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Toyota Issued a Stop-Sale for Its Two Biggest SUVs

Automotive News

The Grand Highlander and Lexus TX have airbag issues.

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Behind the badge: Kia's new look and new approach

Auto Express

It's a new look and a new approach to customer service for the Korean brand.

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No, You Don't Need Track Day Tires to Take Your Street Car to the Track

Automotive News

No, you won't have as much grip or performance. But you won't lose out on any fun.

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South Australian P-plater crashes car through bridge

Drive.com

Authorities said the novice driver crashed the car over the edge of the bridge, where it fell five metres before it landed on its roof. Police confirmed the young driver did not sustain any serious injuries. A South Australian provisional driver walked away relatively unharmed following an incident where they allegedly crashed their car through a barrier of an overpass bridge.

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Kia UK showroom rebrand - pictures

Auto Express

Pictures of the new look Kia showroom

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Cheap Convertibles, Used VinFast Cars And The Alluring Hyundai Ioniq 5 N In This Week's Car Buying Roundup

Jalopnik

I’m a convertible person. I just love putting the top down and enjoying the benefits of uninhibited headroom , even if chopping the roof off increases weight and detracts from the driving dynamics. Convertible tops also add mechanical complication, and as such droptops are often priced higher than their hardtop… Read more.

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Used Vauxhall VX220 - pictures

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Pictures of a used Vauxhall VX220

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Carolina Squat Cybertruck And Funny Looking Gas Pumps In This Week's Car Culture Roundup

Jalopnik

After millionaires were annoyed to find out that they were no longer able to get behind the wheel of their Porsche Carrera GTs earlier this year, it’s now the billionaires turn to stay put for a while as Koenigsegg has placed a stop-drive order on its Jesko hypercar following a fire in Greece. - Owen Bellwood Read More Read more.

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2024 Mazda 6 G35 Atenza review

CarExpert

‘They just don’t make them like they used to’ – you hear it all the time, but in this case some still do. While the winds of change blow through the automotive industry like a gale, the Mazda 6 G35 Atenza is still a petrol-powered wagon with things like buttons and gauges, and no changes have been made for this year. In 2024 it has very few rivals.

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Weird-Looking BMW X3 And A Beautiful New Bugatti In This Week's News Roundup

Jalopnik

Solar photovoltaic energy is riding the wave of the future. Gas and oil have powered the previous hundred years of economic and industrial development, but demand for solar energy is growing even faster than China’s investment in green energy. Seven massive solar energy companies in China are building enough solar… Read more.

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The large SUVs with the most boot space in Australia

CarExpert

Australians love SUVs, and large SUVs are often the vehicle of choice for new car buyers seeking comfort, practicality, and boot space. However, not all large SUVs were created equal, and cargo room varies considerably across the segment. So, let’s dig into which options give you the most luggage capacity. These are the cars within the large SUV under $80,000 category in the VFACTS sales charts published by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI).

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Timeless Cars, Oddly Satisfying Features And Ugliest Engine Bays In This Week's QOTD Roundup

Jalopnik

The cars currently rolling out onto our roads for the first time will likely be around for a long time. On average, a modern vehicle lasts roughly a dozen years. Looking back, certain vehicles from the 2010s can be easily marked as from that era and not for the better. I hate calling out an automaker in particular,… Read more.

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The scrap man keeping the UK's aging Volvos alive

Autocar

Old-school vehicle breakers’ yards are rare these days, but some are still providing vital services There are scrapyards - and there's Lakes Autos. You can see it from the Al at Wyboston, a village in Bedfordshire, somewhere between Luton and Peterborough. The road is hardly scenic, but Lakes' jumble of discarded motors is like a kind of ancient forest, albeit of rusting metal rather than trees.

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