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Cadillac channels its past convertibles with Sollei concept

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Cadillac previewed a potential electric convertible flagship in concept form The Sollei concept features a 2+2 seating arrangement in a leather and wood-lined cabin The "Sol" in the Sollei name refers to the sun Cadillac has shown what a modern convertible from the brand might look like with Monday's reveal of the Sollei concept. Unveiled at.

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Yemen H1 2024: Toyota holds 94.4% share, Hilux #1

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota Hilux is the most popular vehicle in Yemen over H1. The Yemeni new car market slides -10.8% year-on-year over the First Half of 2024 to 3,978 units. Toyota (-8.9%) continues to hold a suffocating grip with an extravagant 94.4% market share vs. 92.4% a year ago. Lexus (-11.9%) stays at 1.9% while Suzuki (-11.5%) is up one spot to round out the podium.

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2025 Ford Mustang holds steady at $33,515, but V-8 get big price increase

Motor Authority

Base 2025 Ford Mustang's cost $33,515, which is the same price as the 2024 model Choosing a V-8 engine will cost between $2,600 and $3,645 more for 2025 The High Performance Package for EcoBoost models and wireless charging disappear The 2025 Ford Mustang costs the same as last year's model if you want the EcoBoost 2.3-liter turbo-4, but V-8.

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Kuwait H1 2024: Toyota Land Cruiser and Nissan Patrol top lukewarm market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Nissan Patrol is up to #2 in Kuwait. The Kuwaiti new vehicle market is off -3.5% year-on-year over the First Half of 2024 to 62,179 units. Toyota (-18.9%) struggles but easily keeps the brands lead, seeing its market share thaw from 32.5% to a still ultra dominant 27.3%. Nissan (+5.2%) and Ford (+13%) both go against the negative market to complete the podium, with Ford up two spots to #3.

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Electric Ram trucks may feature deployable rear step that doubles as a diffuser

Motor Authority

Stellantis is developing creative aerodynamic features for electric trucks A deployable rear diffuser could serve a dual purpose that makes it a step This would make active aero dynamics also a functional feature while parked Stellantis may be planning a new technology for its future electric pickup trucks that would improve both aerodynamic.

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Reynolds Retail Summit Agenda Released

AutoDealer Today

The two-day Amplify 2024 celebrates people pushing the industry forward with innovation and vision.

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2025 Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH race car starts testing

Motor Authority

Aston Martin on Monday provided a first look at its Valkyrie AMR-LMH race car being developed in time for the 2025 motorsports season, including an entry in that season's 24 Hours of Le Mans. As the name suggests, the car is being developed to meet LMH rules, which will make it—together with cars built to meet LMDh rules—eligible for.

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Dealers' Choice Awards Spotlight: EasyCare (an APCO Holdings Brand)

AutoDealer Today

Meet with Tony Wanderon, CEO of EasyCare (an APCO Holdings brand) – recognized for its 2023 DCA win in the F&I Ancillary Products category.

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Iraq H1 2024: Toyota and Hilux dominate surging market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota Hilux is now above the Kia Frontier. New vehicle sales in Iraq surge 42.1% year-on-year over the First Half of 2024 to 74,249 registrations. Toyota (+76.9%) is now the most popular brand with 28.8% share vs. 23.2% over the same period in 2023. Kia (+37%) is relegated to 2nd place at 27.4% of the market vs. 28.4% a year ago. Hyundai (+73.7%) also improves its share markedly at 14.3% vs. 11.7%.

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Ferrari CEO: E-fuels are "way forward" for ICE supercars

Autocar

Upcoming LaFerrari successor could be engineered to run on E-Fuels Benedetto Vigna says F1's carbon-neutral fuel could hit the road, possibly starting with the LaFerrari successor Ferrari boss Benedetto Vigna believes that environmentally friendly e-fuels and hydrogen powertrains could have a future in its models – and he wants to use motorsport to develop both technologies.

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Syria H1 2024: Hyundai Mighty in the lead, less than 100 vehicles registered

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Hyundai Mighty is the best-selling vehicle in Syria so far in 2024. Only 97 new vehicles found a buyer in Syria over the first half of 2024, that’s a 131% year-on-year improvement. The Hyundai Mighty (+20%) holds the top spot ahead of the Hyundai HR Truck/H100 with the Hyundai Bus and H1-Starex reappearing in the charts. Previous post: Syria Q1 2024: Hyundai Mighty tops dead market Full H1 2024 Top 4 All models vs.

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Cadillac Sollei concept previews drop-top Rolls-Royce Spectre rival

Autocar

Sollei is based on the Celestiq, which uses GM's new Ultium platform Luxury 2+2 harks back to Cadillac’s golden age with extravagant specification and historic paint colour Cadillac has revealed a drop-top version of the Celestiq , its hand-built rival to the Rolls-Royce Spectre. Named the Sollei – 'sun' and 'leisure' – the new concept harks back to the Eldorado from the 1950s.

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Bahrain H1 2024: Ford (+154.2%), Suzuki (+186.7%) soar in positive market

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The Territory helps Ford up 154.2% in Bahrain. 16,151 new vehicles found a buyer in Bahrain over the First Half of 2024, a sturdy 15.6% year-on-year improvement. Both Toyota (+23.6%) and Nissan (+46.4%) beat the market atop the brands charts, leading to increased shares of 34.5% and 10.2% respectively. Hyundai (-1.1%) falls to #3 ahead of Lexus (-3.3%) also not benefiting from the market uptick.

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Xiaomi takes aim at Taycan Turbo GT with 1527bhp super-saloon

Autocar

Aggressive bodykit generates up to 2145kg of downforce Chinese phone maker plans to snatch Nürburgring lap record with track-focused SU7 Ultra Chinese phone maker Xiaomi has unveiled a track-focused version of its first car, the SU7 super-saloon , which packs 434bhp more than the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. Named the SU7 Ultra, it has been designed to challenge for the lap record for series-production electric cars at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, aiming to beat the Taycan Turbo GT’s 7min 5.55sec.

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Cadillac Sollei is a striking electric convertible. It's also just a concept for now

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Filed under: Design/Style , Cadillac , Concept Cars , Electric , Luxury Continue reading Cadillac Sollei is a striking electric convertible. It's also just a concept for now Cadillac Sollei is a striking electric convertible. It's also just a concept for now originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Kia Picanto

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Facelifted city car offers stripped-back, simple driving at affordable prices Good news! There’s a new car with a naturally aspirated engine and a manual gearbox that weighs under a tonne. It isn’t the latest carbonfibre Porsche special edition but one of the cheapest new cars you can buy: the Kia Picanto.Okay, ‘new’ is a stretch because this is the facelifted version of the third-generation Picanto, which was launched in 2018, and it’s a mostly cosmetic refresh at that.

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Consumer Reports Lists Hyundai Ioniq 6, BMW iX, And Kia EV6 Among The Best EVs

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The Hyundai Ioniq 6 scored 83 out of 100 and was the best mainstream EV. Those in the luxury market would be wise to look at the BMW iX and i4. Other well-rated Hyundai Motor Group models include the Kia Niro EV and Kia EV6. Those in the market for a new electric vehicle have more choices than ever before, but not all options are as compelling as others.

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Another Chinese challenger brand spied testing in Australia

CarExpert

This is the first Changan vehicle to have been snapped on Australian roads; the Deepal S07. Spotted on the M4 Motorway in Sydney, the electric SUV – which could be confused for a Cupra – appeared to be undergoing engineering evaluation, with a team of staff onboard the fully electric, Tesla Model Y -sized SUV. Changan is one of China’s ‘big four’ state-owned carmakers and has a range of electric and electrified vehicles, with the S07 falling under the Deepal sub-brand.

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Cadillac Sollei Concept Is The Four-Seat Ultra-Luxury Convertible Of Our Dreams

Carscoops

Cadillac has unveiled the Sollei concept, an ultra-luxury four-seat convertible. The car is based on the Celestiq and “pushes the boundaries of future bespoke commissions.” The attention to detail is impressive and the woodwork is a sight to behold. The Cadillac Celestiq marked the brand’s return to the ultra-luxury segment, but it left us feeling a bit cold after decades of tantalizing concepts such as the Sixteen, Ciel, and Elmiraj.

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SUV Recalled Over Unintended Rolling

AutoDealer Today

Owners are advised to use emergency brake until the vehicles are repaired.

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2027 BMW X5 Rendered With Bold Neue Klasse Styling

Carscoops

The 2027 BMW X5 will draw design inspiration from the Vision Neue Klasse X concept. The new SUV will lack traditional door handles, featuring smaller pillar-mounted levers. Unlike Neue Klasse models, the CLAR-based 2027 X5 will offer both ICE and EV powertrains. BMW is in the midst of a transformative period, launching a slew of new models built on both the long-awaited Neue Klasse and the tried and tested CLAR platform, all boasting thoroughly revised looks.

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Speedy Statistics Broken Down

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Report shows groups most likely to be involved in speed-related incidents.

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2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet Could Be A Nearly 700 HP Hybrid

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Following the unveiling of the facelifted 911, Porsche is turning its attention to the upcoming Turbo variants. The cars will follow in the footsteps of the regular model and feature revised styling as well as an updated interior. The 911 Turbo S could have a hybrid powertrain that produces around 700 hp. Porsche introduced the facelifted 911 earlier this year and now the company is turning its attention to the Turbo variants.

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2025 Ford Mustang GT prices climb from $2,600 to $3,645

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Filed under: Ford , Car Buying , Convertible , Coupe , Performance Continue reading 2025 Ford Mustang GT prices climb from $2,600 to $3,645 2025 Ford Mustang GT prices climb from $2,600 to $3,645 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Is Much Cheaper To Lease Than Tesla Model Y

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The base Mach-E Select RWD is available for as little as $319 per month over 36 months. The Tesla Model Y can be leased for $499 per month in the U.S. for 36 months. Ford increased lease discounts by roughly 400% in June and has jacked them up again. If you can get over the fact that the Ford Mustang Mach-E isn’t a real Mustang, you’ll find that it’s a competitive EV and, in our eyes, a slightly more appealing alternative to the class-leading Tesla Model Y.

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Isuzu D-Max

Autocar

Workhorse tries to appeal to the lifestyle market with an abundance of equipment and a hardcore off-road edition The Isuzu D-Max is tasked with spearheading its brand’s push into the “lifestyle” market; that well-trodden but eminently profitable niche that gave birth to cars as varied as the Land Rover Defender, Ineos Grenadier, Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger.But what makes Isuzu’s sole passenger vehicle offering different is that it undercuts all of its closest rivals on price.

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Old 2024 Subaru Forester Flies Off Shelves

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Subaru told us that there are “very few remaining examples” of the 2024 Forester at dealerships nationwide. Buyers are drawn to the older model despite the significant upgrades introduced in the sixth-gen model. The higher prices and polarizing design of the new generation may have boosted the popularity of its predecessor. The 2025 Subaru Forester may have hit US dealerships this spring, but its predecessor is stealing the show.

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Porsche weakens its EV goal as demand cools

CarExpert

Porsche previously said it expected electric vehicles (EVs) to account for more than 80 per cent of its sales by 2030, but now it has put a big asterisk next to that target. “The transition to electric cars is taking longer than we thought five years ago,” the company said in a statement to Reuters. “Our product strategy is set up such that we could deliver over 80 per cent of our vehicles as all electric in 2030 – dependent on customer demand and the development of electromobi

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Tesla Cybertruck Smoked By 28-Year-Old Corvette C4 In Circle Race

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A Tesla Cybertruck and C4 Corvette Grand Sport competed in a spectator single-lap circle race. Despite far more power and technology onboard, the Cybertruck ends up losing in the end. The race highlights the importance of driver skill and other factors in any race. The Tesla Cybertruck might turn heads on the road, but it turns even more when something goes wrong with one.

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Audi softens EV goals, shifts focus to hybrids

CarExpert

Despite previously outlining plans to become an electric vehicle- (EV)-only brand by the early 2030s, Audi has weakened its ambitions as focus shifts to the longevity of hybrid vehicles. We reported in 2021 that Audi would cease developing new models with internal combustion engines in 2026 when the second-generation Q8 launches. That model will reportedly be offered with both internal combustion (ICE) and all-electric powertrains.

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BMW 7-Series Facelift Could Arrive In 2026

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A BMW 7-Series prototype was photographed during hot weather testing in Spain. The thick camouflage hints at important styling updates. The flagship sedan is expected to receive a facelift in 2026, four years after its debut. The G70 BMW 7-Series might feel fresh but it is already two years old, meaning that the automaker is currently working on a facelift.

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BMW owner locks thief in car he was allegedly trying to steal

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A quick-thinking car owner in Queensland was able to safely detain a thief that had gotten into their BMW X3. The Queensland Police Service says officers were called to a Mount Coolum residence on the Sunshine Coast around 5pm on Sunday, July 21 after the X3 owner noticed a stranger in their car. Police allege the man was trying to steal the X3, and once the owner locked him inside he damaged the driver’s side windows and door.

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The 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Costs The Same As A Chevy Corvette

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While the Dark Horse has a slight horsepower advantage over the Corvette, it’s not as quick. Ford has jacked up the prices of all Coyote V8-powered Mustang models. The 2025 Mustang range starts from $33,515. The Ford Mustang has been hit with some hefty price hikes for the 2025 model year, and the flagship Dark Horse now costs as much as a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray.

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ZEV mandate targets slip out of reach for major brands

Autocar

VW's EV sales have halved this year compared with 2023 Ford, Land Rover, Renault, VW and Toyota are among the biggest brands tailing the 22% target for 2024 Car makers including Renault , Volkswagen , Land Rover , Ford and Toyota are falling far behind targets for the UK’s ZEV mandate , which requires 22% of this year’s sales to be of zero-emission models.

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Cadillac Celestiq Has “Many” Customers, Hinting At Strong Demand

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Cadillac officials have suggested the Celestiq is off to a strong start as it has attracted “many” customers. That’s an encouraging sign as the model marks the brand’s return to the ultra-luxury segment, which is dominated by Bentley and Rolls-Royce. The future is looking bright for Cadillac as the brand has an assortment of new and updated models on the horizon.

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Ken Brown’s Hyundai sites in Richmond and Letchworth close today

Motor Trader

Ken Brown Motors closed its Hyundai sites in Richmond and Letchworth today. The dealer had been awaiting its renewal contract since the national Hyundai network termination in May. A fruitless search for a new site and a year of roadworks outside the Richmond dealership, which limited footfall and staff access, are cited as key reasons for the closure.

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Ford Walks Back All-EV Promise For Europe By 2030 Due To Wavering Demand

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The carmaker says customer demand isn’t strong enough to justify only selling EVs. Ford has blamed higher EV prices and the removal of government incentives as reasons for waning demand. A plant in Valencia was to shift to only build EV models but will now build multiple powertrains. Ford will reign in its electric vehicle ambitions in Europe and has acknowledged that its plan to go all-electric in the market by 2030 is no longer feasible.