Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
On Monday, the 2025 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and 4S E-Hybrid debuted, marking the return of two familiar, and more accessible, hybrid models to the Panamera lineup. In December, Porsche revealed the redesigned 2024 Panamera in base rear-wheel-drive form and with a starting price of $101,550 including a $1,650 destination charge. A flagship.
Best Selling Cars Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
BYD holds a record 11.7% of the Singaporean market in January. New car sales in Singapore jump 18.6% year-on-year in January to 2,240 units, yet the year-ago comparison set was particularly low and down -36.3% on the year prior. This month the brands ranking is turned upside down. BMW (+95.3%) spectacularly takes the lead with 18.5% share, which is its highest in over 10 years, since the 20.7% it reached back in December 2013.
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Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Volkswagen only just launched its 2025 ID.7 hatchback, but a new body style for the electric midsizer has just been added. It's a wagon that VW calls the ID.7 Tourer, and there's a chance it will be offered in the U.S. The ID.7 hatch is VW's Tesla Model S rival, and is slated to reach dealerships later this year as a 2025 model. It will help fill.
Best Selling Cars Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Hyundai Venue sales are up 125.4% year-on-year in 2023. Discover over 30 years of Puerto Rico historical data here. The Puerto Rican new car market is up 4% year-on-year in 2023 to 128,530 units, believed to be the 2nd largest annual volume in history below the 129,147 sales of 2021. Toyota (-11.9%) goes against the market and sees its share drop from 29.2% last year to 24.8% now.
Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Cadillac didn't offer a factory station wagon in 1969, but if you were a deep-pocketed celebrity like Dean Martin, you could have one specially built. Now up for online auction in Australia with Donington Auctions, the late singer's 1969 Cadillac Eldorado Custom Sport Wagon is a one-off built by George Barris, creator of famous television and.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The ID 7 Tourer is proportionally identical to the ID 7 saloon The Tourer will arrive in the second half of 2024 to take on the BMW i5 Touring The Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer has broken cover as a sleek electric estate which the German firm hopes will broaden the appeal of its flagship EV and solidify its position in the executive market. Described as the “electric all-rounder of the new era”, the Tourer will arrive in the second half of 2024 to take on the BMW i5 Touring and forthcoming Audi A6 E-tr
Motor Authority
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Stellantis is designing a two-speed transmission for use in electric off-roaders, a newly surfaced patent filing shows. Most EVs (the Porsche Taycan being a notable exception) use single-speed transmissions, as the instantly available torque of electric motors makes multiple gear ratios unnecessary. But in a patent application published by the.
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Drive.com
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
A game-changing electric vehicle for the whole family, the Kia EV9 Air represents the future of Australian family transport and wins the coveted DCOTY trophy for 2024 The Kia EV9 electric SUV has won the Drive Car of the Year 2024 award, marking the first time in the 18-year history of the awards program, that an electric vehicle has taken the prestigious trophy.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The new i5 got this eighth-gen 5 Series range off to a stuttering start. What's it like when an ICE enters the mix? Given that BMW itself calls the BMW 5 Series the “core and heart” of its brand, the arrival of a new one is going to be a much bigger event than yet another SUV rolling off the line.This all-new G60 version is the eighth generation of a model that has racked up more than 10 million sales in more than 50 years on the market, yet so far we have only known it by a different name: the
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Electric , Infrastructure Continue reading Cybertruck engineer addresses claims the Tesla EVs rust in the rain Cybertruck engineer addresses claims the Tesla EVs rust in the rain originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Various parts of the car's drivetrain are nearing the end of development Renault 5-based model nears end of development; kickstarts the performance division's push into the mainstream The Alpine A290 is in the final stages of testing ahead of its official reveal, which has been confirmed for June. Currently undergoing cold weather testing in Sweden, the new electric hot hatch will kickstart the French firm's push into the mainstream market, and is based on the forthcoming Renault 5.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
While many of its competitors are forced to buy regulatory emissions credits from Tesla and others, Stellantis says it isn’t spending a cent on credits, not something that can be said about its past as Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. While recently speaking with the media at a conference in San Francisco, California, Ram and Dodge boss Tim Kuniskis said Stellantis chief executive Carlos Tavares isn’t allowing the firm “to ever buy a single credit,” and says that this has force
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The new hybrid Panamera is available to order now from £90,300 E-Hybrid flagship saloon gets larger battery, faster charging times and up to 536bhp for new generation The new Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid has been revealed with shorter charging times and a longer electric-only range than its predecessor - and it's quicker off the mark than the BMW M3. Available to order now from £90,300, the new plug-in hybrid is the latest version of the third-generation Panamera, which was revealed late last yea
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Mercedes-Benz Continue reading Wife of Tesla employee killed in perhaps first 'Full Self-Driving' crash says they were 'guinea pigs' Wife of Tesla employee killed in perhaps first 'Full Self-Driving' crash says they were 'guinea pigs' originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 19 Feb 2024 07:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The Tesla Cybertruck hasn’t even been available to customers for more than a few months and it’s already facing big scrutiny. One of the most recent and glaring concerns is that of surface rust (or spots) popping up on the slab-sided pickup. Now, the lead engineer on the Cybertruck has piped up to put the rust debate to bed. On Valentine’s Day, we told you about how several owners were complaining about apparent rust on the surface of their six-figure Cybertrucks.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
What else besides Mokka-inspired looks has Vauxhall given its old showroom darling? We try the Vauxhall Astra and the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. The backstory of the Vauxhall Astra tells you much about Vauxhall as a company, as well as the ebb and flow of volume car making on these isles.Having always been what we might now call a platform-engineered vehicle, the Astra was launched in the UK in 1980 as the successor to the popular Viva, but it differed from its predecessor technically in a nu
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Only a few weeks after our spy photographers caught our first glimpse of Hyundai’s second-generation Palisade prowling the streets in disguise, they’ve now tracked down a new tester of the mid-size SUV undergoing development in Sweden, and this time, they were able to capture the first shots of the interior. While the exterior, as detailed below, will follow the 2024 Santa Fe’s lead with a blocky new look , Hyundai’s designers appear to have taken a slightly more conserva
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
European brands Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi and Cupra – managed under one roof in Australia – are the latest car makers to support proposed Australian new-car emissions rules, with caveats. The factory-backed distributor of Volkswagen, Skoda, Audi and Cupra cars in Australia has expressed its support for the Federal Government’s proposed emissions targets for new cars starting next year.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Every year, a fresh batch of cars from abroad becomes legal to import into the USA thanks to the 25-year rule, but very few match the style and performance of the TVR Cerbera. This rare British beauty is powered by a 4.2-liter flat-plane-crank V8, paired with a Borg Warner five-speed manual gearbox, and weighs about 2,400 pounds (1,088 kg). Recently, Jay Leno had the chance to sample one of the very few in the states, and it’s a peach.
Autocar
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
First UK deliveries of the fifth-generation Prius will begin in July Fifth-generation hybrid front-runner is the quickest Prius yet and has a 54-mile electric range The new Toyota Prius has been priced at £37,315, as the fifth-generation hatchback looks to regain its position as one of the best-selling plug-in hybrids in the UK after an absence. The Prius, which was previously removed from sale due to higher demand for SUV models, returns to the UK, with customers available to order from 4 March
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
All cars need maintenance, but it’s commonly believed that certain performance features will always function properly with proper care of the vehicle. In the case of the Fisker Ocean , one such performance feature, launch control, has a lifetime cap of 500 launches. Now, one YouTuber’s review is bringing this and some other concerns into focus.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Ford and General Motors (GM) are considering partnering with more companies to head off the incoming pressure from cheap Chinese electric vehicles (EV). The CEOs of both Ford and GM confirmed at a conference last week that if partnering with other companies is a viable way to cut costs, then they would seize the opportunity. “If there’s ways that we can partner with others, especially on technologies that are not consumer-facing, and be more efficient with R&D as well as capital,
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
It seems that hybrids are emerging as the new star of the electrification game , following the recent concerns about the prospects of the EV market. Genesis doesn’t want to miss out on the increasing customer demand, and will reportedly launch hybrids next to its existing lineup of ICE and EV models. Hyundai Group previously announced that all new Genesis models set to debut from 2025 will have fully electric powertrains.
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Electric propulsion has come to Volkswagen wagons with the Commodore-sized ID.7 Tourer in Europe, offering up to 685km of claimed driving range. German car giant Volkswagen has unveiled its first wagon with electric power, the ID.7 Tourer – with up to 685km of claimed driving range and 1714 litres of boot space. It shows that – at least in Europe – Volkswagen is not ready to let the traditional station-wagon body style die with the switch to electric cars.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
While China might be the largest car market in the world and account for around 60 percent of global EV sales, domestic automakers are struggling to become profitable in a highly competitive environment. The latest example is HiPhi, a luxury EV brand by Human Horizons, which was reportedly forced to suspend all production for six months, raising questions about its future.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Chrysler , Ford , GM Continue reading Detroit automakers splurge on shareholders with big stock buybacks Detroit automakers splurge on shareholders with big stock buybacks originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
One of just three BMW M1s to leave the factory painted in silver is heading to the auction block next month and is expected to sell for between $750,000 and $950,000. Is this the ultimate 1980s supercar? BMW’s M division conceived the M1 with racing in mind, necessitating the production of 399 road-going examples to meet homologation requirements.
Drive.com
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
A shipment of luxury cars has been impounded by US Customs following Chinese parts allegedly breaching ‘forced labour’ laws. Almost 1000 vehicles from brands owned by Volkswagen Group have been impounded by US Customs delaying their arrival at dealerships and customers for an indefinite period. As reported by Financial Times , the shipment of vehicles – including Bentley, Audi and Porsches – was stopped in mid-January 2024 as they were supposedly found to use an electronic component from western
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Owners of 2023 Cadillac Lyriq models will soon receive software update aimed at enhancing the functionality of the universal remote and glove box controls. Unfortunately, this will not be accessible as an over-the-air (OTA) update. Cadillac will provide dealerships with more information about the update next week and then start notifying Lyriq owners when they will be able to schedule an appointment.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
The Suzuki S-Cross is a very viable option for those looking for a small, safe, and reliable SUV. Unfortunately for Suzuki, it has been left off most people’s consideration list due to the competitive nature of the segment and – until recently – the price. Suzuki is now taking at least $2500 (up to $3500) off the price of the S-Cross, which makes it a more compelling and competitive choice for buyers who may have otherwise overlooked the little SUV.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Over 4,000 Hyundai Palisades from the 2024 model year are subject to a new recall due to faulty valve springs that could potentially break. While only one percent of the recall population is likely affected by this issue, the concern is that if the valve springs break, they could potentially create a hole in the engine block. In the U.S., the Palisade is offered exclusively with a 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 291 hp.
Motor Trader
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Cox Automotive reports a surge in activity at its auctions in January. It said the volume of stock handled during the month was up 24% year-on-year, and the number of active buyers increased by 12%. Manheim held 14 more sales in January than the same period last year. Liam Quegan, managing director – wholesale, Cox.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Hispano Suiza is ready to celebrate its 120th anniversary with the debut of a new electric hypercar. The Sagrera is set to arrive in June 2024 as an evolution of the Carmen, featuring a revised aero package and a larger battery pack. Following its announcement last year , the Hispano Suiza Carmen Sagrera appeared in a short teaser video focusing on the large rear wing.
Auto Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Filed under: Weird Car News , Mercedes-Benz Continue reading Small Croatian town builds stone Mercedes to honor migrant workers Small Croatian town builds stone Mercedes to honor migrant workers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Stellantis raised some eyebrows last October when it announced it was buying a 21 percent stake in Chinese automaker Leapmotor for $1.5 billion. But in another shock, the Euro-American corporation has now suggested it could build Leapmotor EVs at Fiat’s famous Mirafiori plant in Turin. If the alleged plan comes to fruition, up to 150,000 budget EVs could be built annually at the site starting in 2026 or 2027, Automotive News Europe reports.
CarExpert
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Toyota Australia has put a price on the upcoming mild-hybrid versions of its best-selling HiLux dual-cab ute, with buyers set to pay more than $1600 for the fuel-saving technology when it arrives in showrooms from March 2024. Officially named V-Active Technology , the 48-volt mild-hybrid system is only available on five automatic 4×4 dual-cab variants of the Toyota HiLux.
Carscoops
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Many of us would love to have the opportunity to drive an open-wheeled race car or better yet, a Formula 1 car. Unfortunately, this is an opportunity very few will ever get. Is buying a simulator like this the next best option? We recently stumbled across this F1 simulator while browsing through Mecum Auctions and it caught our attention. It’s worth noting that this is not an official Formula 1 simulator used by a team nor is it anywhere near as advanced but it is still pretty damn cool.
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