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Ineos Fusilier revealed with all-electric and range-extended powertrains

Motor Authority

Ineos Automotive on Friday announced the follow-up to its Grenadier off-roader. Called the Ineos Fusilier, this new model is a smaller SUV that will be offered with both all-electric and range-extended electric powertrains, Ineos confirmed in a press release. Launch timing will be announced later this year. Exterior styling has a similar retro.

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Used-Vehicle Sales Up From December

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But year-over-year volume down on high borrowing rates, rough winter.

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First bespoke model in Mercedes' Mythos series lands in 2025

Motor Authority

Mercedes-Benz in 2022 announced a new strategy of focusing on lower-volume but higher-margin vehicles, like those offered through its AMG and Maybach sub-brands. The strategy will also include the launch of a new Mythos series offering highly bespoke limited-edition cars. The first of these will arrive in 2025, Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius said.

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Embracing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing Auto Dealerships and How Get My Auto Leads the Way

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The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Auto dealerships, in particular, are experiencing a paradigm shift in how they operate, interact with customers, and manage their businesses. In this comprehensive […] The post Embracing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing Auto Dealerships and How Get My Auto Leads the Way appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Demand for Bentley Mulliner personalization soared in 2023

Motor Authority

Bentley saw demand for its Mulliner personalization department grow by 43% in 2023, with roughly three out of every four Bentleys leaving the factory with some Mulliner content. While that's not as high as demand for personalization at the likes of Ferrari and Rolls-Royce, where almost every customer opts for some personal touches, with Bentley.

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New Ineos Fusilier revealed as EV 4x4 with range-extender option

Autocar

Fusilier is smaller and slightly sleeker than the Grenadier Grenadier's smaller sibling is first electric Ineos, due on sale in 2027 with extreme off-road ability Ineos has revealed the Fusilier as a smaller sibling to the Grenadier , bringing the option of pure-electric power and claiming "world-class off-road capability". The 4x4 company’s third model – after the Grenadier SUV and closely related Quartermaster pick-up – is based on a new EV-oriented skateboard architecture, completely separat

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Mercedes Mythos series, PaxPower Jackal SUV: Car News Headlines

Motor Authority

Mercedes-Benz in 2022 announced plans for a range of bespoke cars known as the Mythos series. The automaker has been quiet since then, but this week it finally confirmed that the first Mythos car is coming in 2025. PaxPower is a company in Texas known for building extreme off-road trucks. It is now getting into SUVs, starting with GM's full-size.

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Volvo ditching most of its stake in Polestar

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Volvo on Friday said it planned to reduce its stake in Polestar by 62%, and cease funding the electric vehicle startup as it focuses funding its own transformation into a fully electric brand. The shares in Polestar will be distributed to Volvo's own shareholders, the biggest of which is Zhejiang Geely which owns 79.5% of the company. The move.

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DeLorean’s Back To The Future Lawsuit Headed To Trial

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The DeLorean from Back to the Future is one of the most iconic movie cars ever created and it’s at the center of a long-running dispute. While the first film in the series was released in 1985, the car is playing a starring role in a lawsuit involving NBCUniversal and the DeLorean Motor Company. The latter sued the entertainment giant for “breach of contract and an accounting, as well as trademark and trade dress infringement.” The basis of the lawsuit dates back to the 1980

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PaxPower gives GM's full-size SUVs the Jackal off-road treatment

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PaxPower is back with a new round of Jackal off-road performance upgrades, this time designed for full-size SUV applications. It's the Texas company's first upgrades designed specifically for SUVs, and fits General Motors' full-size lineup consisting of the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban, and the GMC Yukon. Covered models years.

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Dodge Charger EV will artificially generate V8 vibrations, says patent

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Filed under: Green , Dodge , Coupe , Electric , Performance Continue reading Dodge Charger EV will artificially generate V8 vibrations, says patent Dodge Charger EV will artificially generate V8 vibrations, says patent originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dean Martin's Cadillac, 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, Rivian R1T: The Week In Reverse

Motor Authority

Dean Martin's Cadillac surfaced for sale, the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser received pricing, and we drove the 2024 Rivian R1T. It's the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. Dean Martin's 1969 Cadillac Eldorado Custom Sport Wagon will head to auction in Australia with Donington Auctions. The late singer's car is a one-off creation by George.

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Cheap Chinese cars from Mexico could be 'an extinction-level event,' U.S. trade group says

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Electric Continue reading Cheap Chinese cars from Mexico could be 'an extinction-level event,' U.S. trade group says Cheap Chinese cars from Mexico could be 'an extinction-level event,' U.S. trade group says originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Vauxhall Corsa becomes cheapest electric car in the UK

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New #Yes trim level saves buyers £5550, taking the supermini beneath the MG 4 EV and Fiat 500 The Vauxhall Corsa Electric has gained a new trim level that slashes its entry price by £5550, making it the cheapest electric car on sale in the UK. The new Corsa Yes starts at £26,895, which compares with £26,995 for the MG 4 EV and £28,195 for the electric Fiat 500.

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Every car available with a manual transmission

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Filed under: Car Buying , Driving , Truck , Coupe , Hatchback , SUV Continue reading Every car available with a manual transmission Every car available with a manual transmission originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai Kills ICE-Powered N Models In Europe, Shifts To Hot EVs

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Hyundai’s all-electric Ioniq 5 N has gone down a storm with those lucky enough to test it, and it’s just as well. Because in Europe the drift-happy EV is now the only full N car in Hyundai’s lineup. The Golf GTI-rivalling i30 N and its smaller sidekick, the i20 N, which competed with cars like the late, great Ford Fiesta ST, have been dropped as part of the Korean brand’s push towards an electric future.

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Mercedes Admits It Was Too Enthusiastic About Electrification Goals

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It concedes it will fail to meet its previously established projection of having PHEVs and EVs account for 50 percent of sales by 2025.

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New Ineos Fusilier EV Is A Smaller SUV With Optional Gas Range-Extender

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Ineos has revealed its first all-electric vehicle called the Fusilier, but it hasn’t completely given up on internal combustion engines. Its new off-roader that follows the Grenadier and Quartermaster, will also be offered with a range extender engine to get as far off the beaten path as its owners need it to go. Slightly smaller than Ineos’ first model, the Grenadier, the Fusilier will be driven exclusively by electric motors, but can be equipped with what the company describes as a

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New entry-level Renault Scenic cuts price to £37,495

Autocar

It uses a 267bhp motor and a 60kWh battery for a claimed range of 261 miles Electric family SUV now undercuts key rivals with Comfort Range specification; still has a 261-mile range Renault has added a new entry-level version of the Scenic E-Tech Electric , slashing the family SUV's price by £3500 to £37,495. Named the Comfort Range, it uses a 60kWh battery for a claimed range of 260 miles (compared with 385 miles in the higher-spec Scenic) and a 167bhp motor for a 0-62mph time of 8.6sec.

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The Monstrous Atlas APC Is A $400k Ford-Based Military Truck For Civilians

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Modern trucks and SUVs often aim for a tough and rugged appearance, but few can match the commanding road presence of authentic military trucks. A new company called ‘Goat Tactical Vehicles USA’ wants to change that with their new Atlas APC. This vehicle represents a civilian adaptation of a military-spec JLTV, utilizing the Ford F-550 platform to provide unparalleled protection for its occupants.

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20 new electric cars we're excited are coming soon in 2024 and 2025

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Filed under: Green , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading 20 new electric cars we're excited are coming soon in 2024 and 2025 20 new electric cars we're excited are coming soon in 2024 and 2025 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One-Off Rolls-Royce Silver Spectre Shooting Brake Going Up For Auction

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Coachbuilding is largely a thing of the past, but the one-off Rolls-Royce Silver Spectre Shooting Brake is going up for auction next month. If the model looks familiar, it should as we covered the car when it was introduced by Niels van Roij Design in 2020. This particular shooting brake was intended to be one of seven produced, however this was apparently the only car ever completed.

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The 15 fastest cars in the world

Autocar

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Porsche all build cars capable of exceeding 200mph. The cars on this list can do significantly more than that. Ever since Karl Benz fired up his Patent-Motorwagen for the first time in 1886, the title of the fastest car in the world has been hotly contested. The Benz could achieve a heady 10mph on a good day, with a lightweight driver and a favourable wind.

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New Kia EV3 SUV Spied With Concept Looks And High-Tech Cabin

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Heavily camouflaged prototypes of the Kia EV3 were spotted during cold weather testing in Sweden, confirming that the production model will look a lot like the concept. Our spy photographers caught two prototypes of the EV3, in silver and blue exterior shades wearing different sets of alloy wheels. Both vehicles look ready for production, hinting at an imminent debut.

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Honda HR-V vs Toyota Corolla Cross: 2024 Comparison

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Filed under: Honda , Toyota , Car Buying , Crossover , SUV , Hybrid , Comparison Continue reading Honda HR-V vs Toyota Corolla Cross: 2024 Comparison Honda HR-V vs Toyota Corolla Cross: 2024 Comparison originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 23 Feb 2024 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Audi Q9 Rendered To Reality, Makes The BMW X7 Look Even Uglier

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The Audi Q9 has been eagerly awaited for quite some time and will finally provide the company with a direct rival to the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS. Last month, we managed to capture a few spy photos of it, and it was these images that sparked the creation of these renderings, offering us a good idea of what the finalized version of the flagship SUV could look like.

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Return to the Fundamentals

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Basic approaches to sales will drive success in 2024, say F&I experts.

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WorkSport To Offer Solar Tonneau Cover For F-150 Lightning

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The Tesla Cybertruck is making waves, but the Ford F-150 Lightning is the one to beat as it racked up 24,165 sales last year with 11,905 of them coming in the fourth quarter alone. Given those numbers, it’s not surprising to learn that WorkSport is developing a version of its Solis solar cover for the F-150 Lightning. While the product is still in “initial planning phases,” the solar cover will initially be aimed at harnessing the sun’s energy for off-grid use.

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Car of the Year 2024: every nominee detailed

Autocar

We get under the skin of the shortlisted Car of the Year candidates Welcome to an Autocar group test designed by committee. If we had it solely our way, you would be about to read a group test between the BYD Seal , Honda CR-V , Kia EV9 , Lucid Air , Renault Scenic , Toyota Prius and Volkswagen ID 7. Instead, of those, only the Seal, EV9 and Scenic are among the cars gathered at Silverstone one breezy February morning for a final round of testing for the 2024 Car of the Year (COTY) award.

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Tesla Working To Stop Sentry Mode Depleting EVs’ Batteries

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Tesla is readying a software update for vehicles equipped with Sentry Mode in order to reduce how much battery the security surveillance system uses. Sentry Mode uses the vehicle’s cameras to continuously monitor the car’s surroundings when parked. The footage is then recorded and can be saved to a USB. It’s a nifty feature but comes with a drawback: battery drain.

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Ineos will not "follow sheep" with EV-only offering

Autocar

Ineos believes that "consumers should have a choice" when it comes to electric powertrains Sir Jim Ratcliffe says his 4x4 firm is open to all different powertrain technologies and legislators should be too Ineos Automotive will “not just follow the sheep” and focus on solely battery-electric powertrains for the future, remaining open to all different types of fuels.

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Larte Design Gives Cadillac Escalade-V A Carbon Makeover

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Large, luxury SUVs have become a massive status symbol over the past 10 years and of the SUVs made in the U.S., few are more dramatic than the Cadillac Escalade -V. Larte Design has utilized a top-of-the-line Escalade-V as the foundation for its latest project, transforming it into a vehicle that would likely attract even more attention than a flagship Range Rover.

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Rare Aussie V8 coupe offered for sale

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One of the rarest V8 Australian muscle cars ever built could be yours for $250,000. One of only 10 Leyland Force 7V Coupes to ever leave its Sydney factory in 1975 is up for sale through Muscle Car Warehouse. One of only three painted in ’Home on Th’Orange’ – and the only Force 7V to match that with Arctic White interior trim – the historical vehicle is one of 10 that were auctioned by Leyland in 1975 when it cancelled the project.

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Hyundai Has Updated The i20 N-Line To Make It Look More Boring

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Hyundai has revised its i20 N Line hot hatch pretender but the changes are so small it probably took longer to write the press release about the updates than to implement them. But as far as we can see, the main mod the design team did implement is a backward step. Before we get to that, it’s probably worth reminding ourselves what the i20 N Line is, starting with the N bit.

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2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 edging closer to showrooms

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Final testing of the twin-turbo V8 Corvette performance model appears to be underway after the first ‘experimental’ version was produced, new reports claim. The first 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 prototype may have just been built ahead of a possible unveiling for the high-performance sports car by the end of this year. The ZR1 has traditionally been the flagship high-performance version of the famous sports car, with the upcoming version in the ‘C8’ generation range expected to be the most power

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Volvo’s Divorce With Polestar Is Official, Geely Picks Up The Pieces

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Volvo announced it will distribute 62.7 percent of its shares in Polestar to other shareholders, reducing its stake in the EV maker to 18 percent. Volvo Cars won’t provide any further funding to Polestar, but the two companies will retain a “strong operational collaboration across R&D, manufacturing, after-sales, and commercial” channels.

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Which Australian states use seatbelt detection cameras?

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You might be surprised to learn that heaps of Australian drivers and road users still don’t buckle up on the road. That’s even though seatbelt laws came into play more than 50 years ago, with Victoria leading the way on December 22, 1970, and NSW following suit on October 1, 1971. Nationally, legislation was passed that all occupants must wear a seatbelt (or relevant safety harness for those in child-seats or capsules) on January 1, 1972.