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Ford revives the street truck with FP700S F-150 concept

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Ford F-150 street truck concept set for 2024 SEMA show Concept previews upgrade package to be offered via Ford Custom Garage program Upgrade package will include 700-hp supercharger kit for F-150's V-8 Before the arrival of the F-150 Raptor in 2010, Ford's performance option for the F-150 was a street truck called the F-150 Lightning, which.

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How Can Auto Dealers Reduce Appointment No-Shows and Boost Customer Engagement

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Appointment no-shows are one of the most common and costly challenges faced by auto dealerships. When potential customers fail to show up for scheduled test drives, service appointments, or consultations, it disrupts workflow, wastes valuable time, and results in lost […] The post How Can Auto Dealers Reduce Appointment No-Shows and Boost Customer Engagement appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Toyota 4Runner TRD Surf concept revives removable roof

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Toyota plans 4Runner TRD Surf concept for 2024 SEMA show The concept has a removable canopy, an option offered on early 4Runners Custom parts were made using a blend of traditional methods and 3D printing Toyota looks like it will have one of the more intriguing vehicles on display at the 2024 SEMA auto show next week, in the form of the new.

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Bold Hyundai Initium concept is first look at new Nexo

Autocar

Plus-shaped lights will be used to distinguish Hyundai's hydrogen fuel cell models SUV introduces new 'Art of Steel' design language and more potent hydrogen powertrain Hyundai has unveiled the Initium concept, a hydrogen fuel cell SUV that is all but confirmed to showcase the styling and technology of the next-generation Nexo. Intended to demonstrate the brand’s commitment to hydrogen power, it packs a new powertrain that’s said to offer much greater performance than the one in the existing Nex

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class EV spotted again

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Electric Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class spied ahead of 2026 U.S. launch New EV will replace EQC electric compact crossover sold overseas High-performance AMG variant planned Mercedes-Benz has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric compact crossover that will end up replacing the EQC. The EQC is the compact crossover whose 2020 debut marked the.

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BTCC ditches hybrid system in shift to sustainable fuels

Autocar

Hybrid system was introduced in 2022 Touring cars will shed 55kg electrical system introduced in 2022 as series switches to non-fossil fuels The British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) will ditch hybrids three years after they were introduced as it switches to using sustainable fuels. The Cosworth-supplied hybrid system, introduced in 2022, will be discontinued at the end of this season.

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Hyundai Initium concept previews upcoming fuel cell SUV

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Hyundai Initium concept planned for 2024 Los Angeles auto show Concept previews hydrogen fuel cell vehicle due in first half of 2025 Production model expected to replace Nexo Hyundai on Thursday provided a first look at a concept vehicle that previews a production-bound hydrogen fuel cell vehicle due in the first half of 2025. The concept is the.

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Ford makes car customization easy with Custom Garage program

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Ford launches Custom Garage personalisation program Program groups popular upgrades in easy-to-order packages Packages include styling and performance upgrades Ford will use the 2024 SEMA show on next week in Las Vegas to launch Ford Custom Garage, a program designed to make it easy to add upgrades to a new Ford truck or SUV. The program groups.

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Hot laps in the new 911 GT3: absolute peak Porsche?

Autocar

Stuttgart's hardcore 911 gets updated engine, tweaked underpinnings and more exhilarating exhaust note After Porsche GT boss Andreas Preuninger has conducted the showbiz reveal, guests gather for passenger rides. We jostle for position on the asphalted paddock-veranda behind Porsche’s towering experience centre at Hockenheim; it being 7.30pm in mid-October, the unlit test track spread out below our high vantage point is in total darkness.

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Angry Radford Buyers Say They Paid Big Deposits But Got No Cars Or Refunds

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Despite ongoing lawsuits, Radford Motors insists it remains committed to producing the Type 62-2 for customers. A Florida surgeon paid a $750,000 deposit for the Type 62-2 Pikes Peak but is reportedly still waiting for delivery. Radford Motors says it aims to restructure its business operations through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings for financial stability.

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Hyundai Inster

Autocar

Tiny on the outside, big on the inside, the Inster looks to go toe-to-toe with larger rivals with its own unique way of doing things The Hyundai Inster is a tiny city car, yet with equipment levels that wouldn’t look out of place in a Mercedes-Benz.While it has grown-up technology, its looks are far more cutesy. It is an electric car, yet small dimensions don’t mean a small range, as it will go up to 229 miles between charges.An interesting and quite different proposition to the norm, then, in b

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2026 Mercedes CLA To Get A 2.0L Turbo Engine Built By China’s Geely

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The next Mercedes CLA will feature a China-built 2.0L engine developed by Geely and Renault, then fine-tuned in Germany. This isn’t the first time the CLA has used non-Mercedes engines; select first- and second-gen models also ran Renault powertrains. The new compact sedan will also include an urban-assist driving system developed by the Chinese startup Momenta.

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Jaguar no longer sells any new cars as F-Pace axed

Autocar

Brand is set to reveal plans for next-generation cars later this year but will sell only used cars until 2026 Production of the Jaguar F-Pace SUV has ended, meaning the brand no longer sells any new cars and won’t until its first next-generation model arrives in 2026. This follows the axing of the XE, XF and F-Type, made at Castle Bromwich, and the E-Pace and I-Pace, assembled by Magna Steyr in Austria, in the summer.

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VW Dealers And NADA Will Fight Scout Motors In Court Over Direct Sales

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VW insisted Scout is an independent brand, despite being backed by the conglomerate. The National Automobile Dealers Association is ready to challenge Scout in court. Scout has decided against using VW’s huge network of dealers to sell its models. Scout Motors infuriated VW dealers across the United States last week when it confirmed that the upcoming Terra and Traveler will be available via a direct-sale model rather than through existing dealerships.

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Toyota’s new global EV will be a Suzuki

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Japanese carmakers Toyota and Suzuki have struck a deal which will see the small-car specialist produce a new electric SUV for the automotive giant from the first half of 2025. The two brands have been in collaboration since 2016, when then-Suzuki chairman Osamu Suzuki and then-Toyota president Akio Toyoda began conversations about each developing and rebadging vehicles between one another.

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Jaguar no longer sells any new cars in UK - and won't until 2026

Autocar

Brand is set to reveal plans for next-generation cars later this year but will sell only used cars in the UK until 2026 Jaguar no longers sells any new cars in the UK, and won't until its first next-generation model arrives in 2026. This comes as UK market production of the F-Pace, the final new Jaguar left on sale in the UK, ended. It follows UK production of the XE, XF and F-Type, made at Castle Bromwich, and the E-Pace and I-Pace, assembled by Magna Steyr in Austria, ending earlier this summe

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China’s Skywell isn’t aiming for the stars in Australian EV sales race

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Skywell may be unknown to most Australians, but this Chinese brand is the latest looking to bring electric SUVs to Australia. The Skywell ET5 – also known as the EVA 5 and BE11 – is due in Australia in the first quarter of 2025. It’s being imported by Brisbane-based firm EV Automotive, an Australian company with five years of experience importing Skywell vans.

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The Real Lightning Is Back: Ford to Sell Supercharged F-150 Street Truck

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It will be an after-sale, dealer-installed package that comes with a warranty, sold through Ford's new Ford Custom Garage program.

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2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Is A Pricey Plug-In Hybrid With A Straight-Six

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The Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid arrives at US dealerships this fall with a starting price of $88,000. The all-wheel drive sport sedan has a plug-in hybrid powertrain that produces up to 604 hp. It accelerates to 60 mph in as little as 3.7 seconds and offers 42 miles of electric-only range. The 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid will arrive at U.S. dealers shortly and the company has announced pricing will begin at $88,000 before a $1,150 destination fee.

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It Sure Looks Like GM Is Copying Lucid's Homework

Motor 1

The Detroit automaker has a design for a new drive unit that incorporates one of Lucid's key mechanical concepts.

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Petra Automotive, EasyCare Partner

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Collaboration designed to bring profits, support to fixed-ops departments.

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Infiniti’s Autograph Lounge Concept Takes Tailgating To Luxurious New Heights

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Infiniti has unveiled the Autograph Lounge concept, ahead of its debut at the SEMA Show. The concept is based on the QX80 and features a stylish wrap as well as special 24-inch wheels. Designed for luxurious tailgates, the SUV has a cargo compartment with a TV and speakers. Typically, luxury brands steer clear of the SEMA Show’s raucous, aftermarket crowd, but Infiniti is bucking that trend with its new Autograph Lounge concept.

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Toyota LandCruiser Prado ute revealed, but there’s a catch

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Toyota has chopped the roof off the LandCruiser Prado to create a ute/convertible with off-roading abilities – just don’t expect to see it in your local showroom. Built for next week’s 2024 SEMA automotive aftermarket trade show, the Calty Land Cruiser ROX was designed by Toyota’s Calty Design Studio in Michigan, with a focus on creating a homage to classic BJ40 and FJ40-generation LandCruisers.

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Ford Halts F-150 Lightning Production Until 2025 Over Weak EV Demand

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Ford is to temporarily stop production of its F-150 Lightning due to slow demand for electric vehicles in North America. The Lightning line in Michigan will be paused from the middle of November until January 6, 2025. Lightning sales are up 86 percent this year, but Tesla’s Cybertruck has proved more popular with buyers. Ford is temporarily shutting down F-150 Lightning production as part of a plan to deal with lukewarm demand for electric vehicles that is causing problems for multiple aut

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2025 Honda Civic: Base petrol axed, more affordable hybrid on the way

CarExpert

The updated Honda Civic is getting a tech upgrade and a new entry-level hybrid option in Australia, but it has come at the expense of the current entry-level petrol option. The refreshed model is “arriving soon”, with no launch timing provided. The outgoing model is now in runout. Honda Australia is calling the Civic its second model to have a 100 per cent hybrid lineup after the Accord.

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Hyundai Initium FCEV Concept Previews Hydrogen SUV For 2025

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The Initium concept gives us an early look at Hyundai’s next generation FCEV offering. The SUV introduces Hyundai’s new styling language and promises over 404 miles of range. The production version will arrive in 2025, serving as a replacement for the Hyundai Nexo. Hyundai unveiled a new concept, previewing the successor of the hydrogen-powered Nexo that will arrive in the first half of 2025.

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2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID Priced Starting at $88,000

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The 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid marks Mercedes-AMG’s latest entry into the plug-in hybrid market, skillfully blending elite performance with eco-conscious engineering. This new powerhouse is poised to redefine the midsize luxury sedan market with its potent combination of high horsepower, remarkable electric-only range, and a robust suite of premium features.

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Dodge Tries To Woo Charger Daytona EV Lessees With Extra $1,000 Loyalty Discount

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Dodge is eager to attract those currently leasing one of its vehicles into the Charger Daytona. Unfortunately, Dodge has yet to release specific details for the electric model’s leasing plans. Pricing starts at $61,590 for the base R/T model and climbs to $75,185 for the Scat Pack. Are Dodge and in particular Challenger die-hards actually clamoring to own the new Charger Daytona EV, or are they holding out for next year’s ICE variant with the inline-six turbo?

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Hot laps in the new 911 GT3: is this peak Porsche?

Autocar

Stuttgart's hardcore 911 gets updated engine, tweaked underpinnings and more exhilarating exhaust note After Porsche GT boss Andreas Preuninger has conducted the showbiz reveal, guests gather for passenger rides. We jostle for position on the asphalted paddock-veranda behind Porsche’s towering experience centre at Hockenheim; it being 7.30pm in mid-October, the unlit test track spread out below our high vantage point is in total darkness.

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Own A Ford? Stellantis Wants You And They’re Ready To Pay You To Switch

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Models eligible for the discount include popular SUVs and trucks from Dodge, Jeep, and Ram. By combining current deals, it’s possible to get a Durango SRT Hellcat at $13,100 off MSRP. Current Ford owners or lessees don’t need to trade in their vehicle to take advantage of the offers. If you’re driving a Stellantis product, Ford is practically throwing itself at your feet to win you over, and if you’re a Ford loyalist, Stellantis is just as keen to see you defect.

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Contradictory Budget encourages drivers to stick with old ICE cars

Autocar

Government is simply encouraging people to stay in their existing – and more polluting – cars Freeze in fuel duty plus a lack of EV incentives makes electric cars a tougher sell post-Budget All industry eyes on chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Budget were peeled for an announcement about the desired introduction of incentives to help boost flagging private electric car sales, not that many held out much hope of their introduction.

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Kalmar’s Porsche 959-Inspired 9X9 Breaks Down During Nurburgring Testing

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Danish coachbuilder Kalmar is continuing development work on its new 9X9 at the Nürburgring. The prototype faced issues in testing, underscoring the challenges of small-batch engineering. Kalmar plans to build only 27 examples of its 993-based supercar, each priced around $2.1 million. Kalmar has learned the hard way just how challenging it is to engineer a car capable of storming around the Nürburgring.

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Discover the perfect work-life balance with the New Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid SUV

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With bold new styling, next-level connectivity and a more versatile interior, the efficient Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid could be the ideal first step towards an all-electric future

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Fanatec’s $2,000 Bentley GT3 Steering Wheel Brings Real Race Tech To Your Playstation

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Fanatec’s new Bentley GT3 steering wheel is identical to the Pikes Peak car’s real wheel, priced at $2,000. This high-end racing wheel offers Playstation and PC compatibility, giving sim racers an ultra-realistic experience. The Podium Steering Wheel features a self-leveling display and forged carbon fiber construction for true authenticity.

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Spy Shots Show the Next Subaru Outback Will Clearly Just Be an SUV

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Multiple prototypes show a slab-sided redesign that largely eliminates the Outback's wagon persona.

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2027 Mercedes GLC EV Gets An Unusual Pre-Launch Facelift

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Mercedes’ 2027 GLC EV has been spotted testing in Germany. The prototype featured a new nose with a different hood shape to the one seen on earlier test cars. Although this is the replacement for the EQC, Mercedes is dropping the EQ badge and might call it ‘GLC with EQ Technology.’ Spotting the changes hiding under the camouflage of a facelifted prototype is part of the job around here.

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2025 Ford Ranger price and specs

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The Ford Ranger will enter 2025 with minor equipment changes affecting almost every variant of the ute, but no price increases. Due to enter production this month, first deliveries of what Ford calls the ‘2025.25MY’ Ranger are expected in the coming months, with all variants bar the entry-level XL scoring a 400W power inverter. As first reported by CarExpert in September , it’ll be the first time the Ranger has been fitted with a socket inside its cabin, and in the tray for pic

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