Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
Ford has issued a recall of its latest Mustang because the rear suspension knuckles may fail, something that could lead to a loss of vehicle control. The recall only affects certain 2024 Mustangs built between July 25, 2023, and Sept. 15, 2023. A total 4,595 examples are affected in the U.S. According to the recall notice published by the NHTSA on.
Best Selling Cars Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
The Kia Sportage is up to 5th place Europe-wide in July. According to data by JATO Dynamics, the European new car market (28 countries) is up 1.5% year-on-year in July to 1.03 million units. The year-to-date tally is up 4.2% to just under 7.9 million. Among the Top 5 markets, Italy is up 4.7%, Spain up 3.4% and the UK up 2.4%, but France (-2.3%) and Germany (-2.1%) are both down.
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Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
The McLaren 750S enters the 2025 model year, its second year on the market, with new design packs crafted by the MSO personalization department. There are 12 in total, grouped into Contrast Pack 1 and Contrast Pack 2 categories. The Contrast Pack 1 features various exterior color options that McLaren doesn't offer as part of the 750S supercar's.
Best Selling Cars Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
The Toyota Hilux is the best-selling vehicle in the UAE in July. The UAE new car market lifts 5.2% year-on-year in July to 22,498 sales, leading to a year-to-date tally up 9.9% to 168,169. Once again Toyota (-4%) can’t benefit from the market growth but still posts a very strong 28.1% share vs. 25.6% so far this year. Strikingly the next seven manufacturers all beat the market.
Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
The Aston Martin Heritage Trust, a charitable organization set up to help preserve the history of Aston Martin and oversee its museum, is on the hunt for the first car built by the automaker. Aston Martin was founded in 1913 by entrepreneurs and avid racing fans Robert Bamford and Lionel Martin, originally as Bamford & Martin. The two were.
Best Selling Cars Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
Fiat sales are up 74.1% year-on-year in July. New light vehicle sales in Uruguay edge up 4% year-on-year in July to 4,866 units. This means the year-to-date tally is now up 8.2% to 33,417. Chevrolet (-26.4%) continues to hold the brands top spot despite a severe year-on-year fall. Fiat (+74.1%) on the other hand soars to 13.6% share, 51 units below Chevrolet for the month.
Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
Polestar on Wednesday named Philipp Römers as its new design chief. He replaces Maximilian Missoni who led Polestar design for the past six years, and is taking up a new role at a different company. Römers has more than 25 years of experience in automotive design, with most of the years spent at Volkswagen Group. Prior to joining.
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Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
NASCAR's proposed electric race car aims to be sustainable in more ways than just its powertrain. The prototype electric race car, which was first shown in July, features a body made from natural-fiber-reinforced plastic that uses flax fibers in its construction. The company responsible for the body is Switzerland's Bcomp, which has released.
Autocar
AUGUST 22, 2024
BMW sold 14,869 electric cars across Europe last month German brand sold 308 more EVs than its American rival in July as Model Y and Model 3 sales slipped BMW has for the first time overtaken Tesla in the European electric car market. The German brand delivered 14,869 new EVs in Europe last month, 308 more than its American rival. Tesla experienced a slump in Europe in July, with registrations of its Model Y SUV falling by 16% to 9544 and those of its Model 3 saloon falling by 17% to 4694.
Motor Authority
AUGUST 22, 2024
Volvo is close to unveiling an updated version of its XC90 three-row midsize SUV. Though the automaker has just launched an electric alternative in the form of the 2025 EX90, the gas- and plug-in hybrid-powered XC90 will stick around, possibly even beyond Volvo's previously announced cutoff date of 2030 for vehicles still equipped with a gas.
Autocar
AUGUST 22, 2024
This is Pininfarina’s striking Ethos concept, a space-age Mazda MX-5 rival We explore how two-stroke fever swept the West and threatened to revolutionise engine technology With an all-electric automotive future now looking rather less of a shoo-in than it once did, some car makers are contemplating the next iteration of the internal combustion engine by developing versions powered by hydrogen or synthetic e-fuels.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Zayn Sofuoglu, a 5-year-old, set a new speed record in a Lamborghini Revuelto. The toddler went viral last year for doing donuts in a Ferrari SF90 Stradale. Zayn’s dad, Kenan Sofuoglu, is a former world champion motorcycle racer with five titles. Max Verstappen made motorsport history in 2015 when he became the youngest driver to ever compete in Formula 1 at just 17 years old.
Autocar
AUGUST 22, 2024
New transport minister Louise Haigh says schemes won't need central government sign-off The introduction of new road safety schemes, such as 20mph zones and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), will be made by individual local councils, not imposed by central government, new transport secretary Louise Haigh has pledged. Both schemes have generated widespread discourse over recent years since their introductions.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
Filed under: Green , Ford , SUV , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading Why Ford's three-row electric 'personal bullet train' SUV went off the rails Why Ford's three-row electric 'personal bullet train' SUV went off the rails originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:52:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
AUGUST 22, 2024
Genesis G70 was designed specifically for European tastes Slow-selling 3 Series and X5 rivals retired after just three years in UK – but could return with hybrid power Genesis has pulled its G70 saloon and GV80 SUV from the UK market, with no plans to bring them back to the market in their current ICE forms. The cars have also been removed from sale in Europe, although they remain available to configure in Asia and the US.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
The Ford Everest has received the Tremor treatment, just like the Ranger pickup. Upgrades include a set of rugged all-terrain tires and a Tremor-specific suspension Exclusively available in Australia, the SUV is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel engine. While Americans are stuck with just the Ranger pickup, our Aussie friends have been enjoying the SUV sibling, the Everest.
Autocar
AUGUST 22, 2024
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally gets styling cues inspired by Ford Focus RS Electric sports crossover gets rallycross makeover in pursuit of dirt-road thrills The trail-ready Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally has launched in the UK, priced from £76,790. It arrives as a £2250 option pack for the existing Mach-E GT , packing 480bhp and a whopping 649lb ft of torque.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Green , Electric Continue reading Xiaomi says it lost $9,200 for each $30,000 Speed Ultra 7 it delivered Xiaomi says it lost $9,200 for each $30,000 Speed Ultra 7 it delivered originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Aug 2024 09:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Operating income at Stellantis plummeted 40% in the first half of the year. Tavares is addressing issues at the company’s North American operations during his summer break. Stellantis recently announced it will cut over 2,400 jobs at the Warren Truck assembly plant. Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis , has reportedly kicked off a high-stakes stint in Detroit, aiming to overhaul the automaker’s floundering North American operations.
AutoDealer Today
AUGUST 22, 2024
Auto group that started with one New Jersey dealership now has nearly 60 in its fold.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Cadillac is offering four sets of shoes inspired by their electric vehicles. The sneakers cost $5,000 and incorporate elements of the Celestiq, Lyriq, Optiq, and Escalade IQ. Only 20 pairs will be available and they’ll go up for sale on September 8. Automakers love slapping their logo on apparel and charging big bucks for it, but would you pay $5,000 for a pair of Cadillac shoes?
Automotive News
AUGUST 22, 2024
This yard contains Porsches, Lamborghini Miuras, exceptionally rare 300 SL Gullwings, and a one-of-one pre-war Mercedes 500 K Coupe.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Volkswagen has begun testing a mule for the upcoming ID.2. The model will ride on the new MEB Entry platform, which is billed as an evolution of the existing architecture. The automaker has previously said the ID.2 will be introduced in 2025, but reports have suggested it may be delayed. Volkswagen introduced the ID. 2all concept last March and it’s inching closer to production as spy photographers have caught a mule undergoing testing on the Nürburgring.
Auto Express
AUGUST 22, 2024
Transport secretary pledges councils will be fully supported if they choose to launch Low Traffic Neighbourhoods
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
The Aston Martin Heritage Trust has launched a search for the company’s first car, which was built in 1914. Aston Martin sold the car in 1924 for £50 and it has been ‘missing’ ever since. Identifying the Coal Scuttle could be difficult as it lacked badging and its appearance changed over the years. Aston Martin is one of the most famous automotive brands in the world, but the fate of their first car remains a mystery.
CarExpert
AUGUST 22, 2024
Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi will send its electric SU7 Ultra hyper-sedan into production early next year, CEO Lei Jin has confirmed. First revealed last month , launch timing has now been set for the Porsche Taycan GT rival, set to arrive in Chinese showrooms throughout the first quarter of 2025, reports CnEVPost. The SU7 Ultra is powered by three electric motors produce a combined 1138kW, sent to all four wheels.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Amazon has released a teaser video for the final episode of The Grand Tour. It marks the end of a 22 year partnership between Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May. The trio put Top Gear on the map and The Grand Tour ended up outliving it. The end of an era is upon us as the final episode of The Grand Tour will air on September 13. When it does, it will likely mark the last time Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May appear on a show together.
AutoDealer Today
AUGUST 22, 2024
2024 models may have casting issue that can lead to loss of control.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Powering the new supercar is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors. The British marque has confirmed the car churns out 998 hp and 738 lb-ft. With a key focus on aerodynamics, the Valhalla could threaten the Nurburgring production car lap record. Aston Martin’s next mid-engined supercar has been spotted testing at Germany’s infamous Nurburgring Nordschleife, looking absolutely brilliant but also sounding rather tame.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
Filed under: Green , Tesla , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Sedan , Lucid Continue reading Lucid CEO: We've taken the mantle from a 'distracted' Tesla Lucid CEO: We've taken the mantle from a 'distracted' Tesla originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
For the first time ever, BMW led Europe’s EV sales chart in July 2024, surpassing Tesla. European car sales grew 2% in July, but BEV registrations fell 6% to 139,300. The Dacia Sandero topped overall sales, while VW was the leading brand. In a surprising turn, BMW has claimed the top spot on Europe’s electric vehicle sales chart for July 2024.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 22, 2024
Filed under: Mazda , Automotive History , Hatchback , Economy Cars Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1987 Mazda 323 DX 1.6i Hatchback Junkyard Gem: 1987 Mazda 323 DX 1.6i Hatchback originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Acura is recalling over 5,000 ZDX crossovers due to a braking issue. A software defect can result in a loss of braking power. The ZDX is built by GM and the Cadillac Lyriq was recalled for the same issue earlier this month. Acura’s electric revolution is off to a rough start as the company is recalling 5,031 ZDX crossovers from the 2024 model year.
Auto Remarketing
AUGUST 22, 2024
Automakers love to load up their new models with the latest technology. But is there a point at which it’s too much? J.D. Power’s latest research suggests that point might have been reached. The 2024 U.S. Tech Experience Index Study, focused on the user experience with advanced vehicle technologies as they come to market, showed many owners are becoming overwhelmed by tech features that don’t solve a problem, don’t work, are difficult to use or are too limited in functionality.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Stellantis will introduce 25 new EVs in the U.S. by 2030. Tim Fallon’s departure from Rivian comes before it begins producing the smaller R2 and R3 models. Before working at Rivian, Fallon held various positions at Nissan over a 16-year period. Stellantis has recruited Rivian’s former head of manufacturing to lead its own manufacturing operations in North America from September 2.
Motor Trader
AUGUST 22, 2024
2385621941 Demand for electric vehicles fell in July, with their market share decreasing from 14.6% in July 2023 to 13.5% last year, according to analysis of 26 European countries. According to JATO’s data, 139,300 new electric cars were registered last month, down 6% from July 2023. Felipe Munoz, Global Analyst at JATO Dynamics, said: “The lack of clarity around the incentives for – and future of – EVs continues to present a barrier to consumers considering an EV.
Carscoops
AUGUST 22, 2024
Akio Toyoda plans to bring the Toyota Century GRMN SUV prototype to production. The Toyota Chairman currently owns the one-off and wants to offer it to a wider audience. The prototype has a carbon fiber bodykit and 22-inch wheels, hinting at better performance. During last year’s debut of the Toyota Century SUV, the automaker flaunted a hotter GRMN variant as a one-off.
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