Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

The Dacia Sandero repeats at #2 in Italy. 147,094 new cars hit Italian roads in February, a +12.8% year-on-year increase. The year-to-date tally is up 11.7% to 289,103. Private sales (+18.3%) beat the market to 57.1% share vs. 54.3% a year ago and are up 14.1% year-to-date to 59.1% of the market vs. 57.9% over the same period in 2023. Self registrations are up 20.4% to 13,647 and 9.2% share vs. 8.6% and up 7.6% so far this year.

Marketing 233

Marketing Sales Management Term 233

Motor Authority

MARCH 3, 2024

Honda has filed a patent application for an active diffuser that would deploy only when needed, keeping a vehicle's styling clean and uncluttered when it's not in use. Rear diffusers are typically fixed in place, Honda notes in its patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Feb. 6, but originally filed.

Development 279

Development 279

Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Peugeot is the #1 brand in Spain for the first time since December 2021. New car sales in Spain continue on their good form in February at +9.9% year-on-year to 81,348 units, leading to a year-to-date result up 8.7% to 150,033. However the YTD cume remains off -22.8% on pre-pandemic levels. Like last month, sales to rental companies are the main engine of growth in Spain with deliveries up 89.7% YoY to 18,015 and up 85.1% year-to-date to 25,253.

Sales 233

Sales Bump Marketing Term 233

Motor Authority

MARCH 3, 2024

A Lincoln concept car from the turn of the millennium will be among the featured lots at Mecum's upcoming auction in Glendale, Arizona. Scheduled to cross the block on March 8, the Lincoln Mark X concept made its public debut at the 2004 Detroit auto show. Its design was overseen by Marek Reichman, who is currently head of design at Aston Martin.

270

270

Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

MG is up to #3 brand in Taiwan in February, with the HS ranking at #4. With the Lunar New Year falling in February this year, there was only 16 working days in the month and sales reflects this at -20% year-on-year to 26,267 units. The year-to-date tally is now up 5.1% to 71,088. Toyota (-5.8%) resists much better than the market to lodge a strong 28.8% share.

Sales 209

Sales Marketing 209

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Rates of car thefts have been on the rise over the last decade or so, and one of the primary reasons may be a simple device that enables thieves, without any particular technical expertise, to exploit security vulnerabilities in keyless entry systems, which automakers have been aware of for over a decade In recent years, we’ve seen more and more footage of vehicles being broken into with seemingly little effort.

Insurance 135

Insurance Manufacturing 135

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N may be making headlines, but the rest of the range is getting a substantial number of updates to its safety, range, technology and styling. Hyundai’s updated Ioniq 5 range, now including a sporty-looking new N Line variant, is due here around the middle of 2024. Pricing and specifications will be announced closer to launch.

Technology 116

Technology 116

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

Keyless car systems can be convenient but are also vulnerable to theft. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself from being a victim. Cars with keyless entry systems – which allow owners to unlock and even sometimes start a vehicle through a transmitted signal embedded in the key fob – may offer functionality and convenience, but they are also more vulnerable to theft.

Insurance 111

Insurance Electronics Manufacturing Principal 111

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Cadillac’s recent updates to the CT5-V and CT5-V Blackwing brought a refreshed new look to the popular rear-drive sedan to lure punters away from BMW’s M5 , Audi RS6 and Mercedes-Benz E63. While changes to the front end look different enough to call it a facelift, it’s missing something around the back, something vastly more substantial – a wagon variant.

Development 125

Development Technology 125

Auto Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Filed under: Green , Chevrolet , Ford , GMC , Hummer , Jeep , Automotive History , Truck , SUV , Electric , Off-Road Vehicles , Classics Continue reading 5 classic trucks and their polarizing modern revivals 5 classic trucks and their polarizing modern revivals originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 3 Mar 2024 06:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Term 105

Term Automotive 105

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Renault will continue to have internal combustion engines in its range for the next decade, as it hopes to offer consumers a separate lineup of EVs. The “two-leg” strategy was revealed by brand CEO Fabrice Cambolive. The approach hopes to allow the automaker to react to market trends following a slowdown in EV adoption. Unlike others, Renault has been relatively cautious in announcing their EV ambitions.

Development 120

Development Manufacturing Marketing Automotive 120

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

Queensland motorists will face the largest fines in the state’s history with new penalty units coming into effect from mid-2024. The Courier Mail reports one penalty unit in Queensland will be valued at $161.30 as of July 1, 2024, increasing from the current rate of $154.80. This represents a year-on-year increase of 4.2 per cent, which is tied to inflation and is significantly less than the 7.7 per cent increase from the 2022/23 financial year to the 2023/24 financial year.

105

105

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Accidents and crashes happen all over the place, but the one in this story is rare for at least two reasons. First, it’s almost like one driver decided to showcase their expert PIT maneuver skills out of the blue. Second, despite the chaos unfolding before her, that same driver manages to maintain the coolness of a cucumber, adding an extra layer of “coolness” to the whole situation.

Management 123

Management 123

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

The first few years of solo driving are a high-risk period not just for young drivers, but their passengers and those who share the road with them. Despite only making up a small proportion of the motorists on Australian roads, young drivers are over-represented in the nation’s road crash and fatality data – and it’s getting worse, not better.

105

105

Automotive Addicts

MARCH 3, 2024

Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins, www.AutomotiveRhythms.com Seminal moments took precedence as my thoughts blended with the whistling winds blowing by my British supercar’s carbon fiber structure at accelerated rates during spirited driving through the Valley of Fire State Park outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. With a keen focus on ultra-lightweight performance and superior downforce, McLaren engineers made sure that the power emanating from the all-new 2024 750S’ twin-turbocharged 4-liter V8 would

MSRP 105

MSRP Development Automotive Technology 105

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

This is our first official look at the Kia Tasman ute, teased online and in a new TV advertisement that all but confirms its Australia and New Zealand-relevant name. Kia Australia has formally confirmed plans to unveil its first ute before the end of this year ahead of showroom arrivals next year. Expressions of interest have opened for the diesel dual-cab Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger rival, which is all but confirmed to wear the Tasman name after the badge was trademarked by Kia late last year.

Development 105

Development Customer Marketing 105

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

Bentley is getting closer to launching its first electric vehicle (EV), the next big step in its move away from thirsty petrol-powered models. The as-yet unnamed electric model isn’t due until 2026, even though rival Rolls-Royce has recently launched its electric Spectre. “We don’t have an electrified Bentley right now because current technology can’t give us what we need or what our customers want for it to be a true Bentley,” Bentley’s chief communications and diversity and inclusi

Technology 105

Technology Customer Development Marketing 105

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

Hours crafting a special customer order have delivered another Rolls-Royce among the most expensive cars in the world. The one-of-a-kind Rolls-Royce Arcadia Droptail – the third of four ‘coach-built’ Droptail roadsters to be built – costing a rumoured £20 million ($AU39 million) has been revealed ahead of its delivery to a buyer in Singapore. The two-seat Arcadia comes after the $57 million Amethyst and $40 million La Rose Noire (black rose) roadsters, with a fourth and final vehicle still to co

Buyer 105

Buyer Development Customer 105

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

The E65 has gone in history as one of the most controversial , yet successful generations of the BMW 7-Series. While the flagship sedan was designed as a comfortable cruiser, an owner of a facelifted long-wheelbase example from Prague in the Czech Republic used it as a base for an overlading conversion, ready to tackle on and off-road adventures. The unique build is based on a 730d LCI which had two previous owners, having spent two years in embassy services.

Modification 113

Modification Deal Customer 113

Auto Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Filed under: Green , McLaren , Coupe , Hybrid , Luxury , Performance Continue reading McLaren P1 successor allegedly due in 2024 with plug-in power McLaren P1 successor allegedly due in 2024 with plug-in power originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 3 Mar 2024 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Term 101

Term 101

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Imagine if, to change the channel on your TV, you had to use a device connected to your screen by a wire that trailed across your living room floor, looked messy and represented a trip hazard to everyone in the house. It sounds ridiculous now, but that’s exactly what TV buyers had to contend with when Zenith created the world’s first remote, the “Lazy Bones,” in 1950.

Networking 109

Networking Buyer Term 109

Auto Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Electric Continue reading The politics and economics behind Biden's China-car espionage probe The politics and economics behind Biden's China-car espionage probe originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 3 Mar 2024 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Manufacturing 100

Manufacturing Term 100

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2024

Iconic cars can be found everywhere, but sometimes the ones with legendary graphics packages tend to be underappreciated. Some of these liveries are so special that we almost embed them as a part of the car to the extent that we don’t appreciate them on their own. That’s our goal today as we ask , what’s the most famous factory graphics package ever?

Term 109

Term 109

Auto Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Filed under: Green , Lotus , Electric , Future Vehicles , Luxury , Performance , Sedan Continue reading Lotus Emeya concludes winter testing, brings unique treats Lotus Emeya concludes winter testing, brings unique treats originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 3 Mar 2024 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Term 99

Term 99

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

The all-new and all-hybrid Lexus LBX will be priced from $47,550 plus on-road costs when it hits local showrooms on March 18. Overseas models shown Two trim levels but three distinct variants will be offered. The base Luxury will be offered only with front-wheel drive, while the Sports Luxury will come with a choice of front- or all-wheel drive. While it serves as the smallest vehicle in the lineup, the base LBX isn’t the most affordable vehicle the Japanese marque offers – the base front-

98

98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

The German tyre giant is the latest brand to offer rubber designed specifically for electric cars in Australia. Continental is the latest tyre manufacturer to launch a new range of rubber designed for electric vehicle (EV) in Australia. Named the Continental eContact , the electric car-specific tyre has been designed to handle the different challenges electric vehicles – which are heavier than petrol cars, but need to reduce rolling resistance to maximise driving range – place on tyres.

Manufacturing 98

Manufacturing Technology 98

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

The Lexus GX off-roader will start from $116,000 before on-road costs when it arrives in Australia in mid-2024. Overseas models shown (Overtrail) After confirming standard equipment and key specifications for the GX last month, Lexus has now announced pricing for the more luxurious counterpart to the next-generation Toyota LandCruiser Prado. Even in top-spec GX 550 Sports Luxury guise, it’s more affordable than the entry-level version of the LandCruiser 300 Series -based LX.

Electronics 98

Electronics 98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

An update to Australia’s third-best selling electric car is due in showrooms in the coming months with new technology and styling tweaks. The 2024 BYD Atto 3 electric SUV has been updated with new styling and technology – as well as the removal of a widely-criticised attribute – ahead of Australian arrivals due in the coming months. The tweaks – most recently unveiled for the right-hand-drive Japan and Singapore markets – add a larger infotainment screen, mild exterior and interior styling

Technology 98

Technology Management Marketing Customer 98

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

The Kia EV5 has been spotted in Australia for the first time, with the South Korean brand’s Chinese-made electric vehicle (EV) nearing its local launch in mid-2024. CarExpert reader Jono submitted these photos of an Kia EV5 driving around Kensington in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, finished in a blue hue which is different to the lighter hero colour previously seen in press shots.

98

98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

Meet the ultra-high-performance sports saloon that we reckon would make the perfect Hollywood gangster sled, provided you’ve got $260K to spend. Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2024 Audi RS7 Performance Sportback Sometimes, a car is more than a way from A to B.

Insurance 98

Insurance Cargo Repairing Spread 98

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

Kia has confirmed one of motoring’s worst kept secrets, with the help of some Australian sporting icons. Yes, its new dual-cab ute rival to the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux is coming to Australia. The ute will be revealed late in 2024, with the first Australian deliveries taking place in 2025. “Kia Australia has always been very candid about our desire to bring a Light Commercial Vehicle to the local market, so it is with great excitement that we are taking an important step towards

Development 98

Development Customer Marketing 98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

The next Bugatti hypercar will ditch W16 power … for a hybridised V16 engine with, if reports are to be believed, up to 1800 horsepower before a 9000rpm redline. The next Bugatti hypercar will buck the industry trend to smaller engines – and give a middle finger to electric cars – with a V16 engine assisted by hybrid technology. It will mark the end of the road for the 8.0-litre, quad-turbocharged W16 which has powered modern Bugatti supercars – the Veyron and Chiron – since the French bad

Banking 98

Banking Development Technology 98

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

BYD is updating its popular Atto 3 electric SUV in right-hand drive markets like Japan and Singapore, with a larger touchscreen and some cosmetic tweaks. We’ve contacted BYD Australia to confirm when these updates will arrive here. In markets like Japan, the rotating 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen has been swapped out for a 15.6-inch unit. A new colour also joins the Atto 3’s limited palette: Cosmos Black.

Marketing 98

Marketing Sales 98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

With the Easter break historically one of the busiest on our roads, Nine.com.au and Drive have launched a month-long campaign to raise awareness of the importance of defensive driver training courses. Too many young drivers are killed or injured on our roads each year. Younger drivers are the most over-represented group in this tragic statistic with 20 per cent of all driver fatalities in the past five years aged between 17-25 years (source Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economi

98

98

CarExpert

MARCH 3, 2024

It’s true, most of the McLarens I’ve driven have generally been exclusively on track, or at least with a no-holds-barred road drive on some of the world’s most epic twisties in Portugal, Italy or Spain. But this time it’s quite a different testing scenario. Firstly, because I’m piloting the 2024 McLaren Artura – the marque’s first ever crack at a series-production hybrid supercar; and secondly, I’ll be commuting with it on local turf in Sydney, like a regular McLaren owner.

Electronics 98

Electronics Technology Spread Banking 98

Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is already three years old, so it has come in for an update with a larger battery, revised styling, new tech, and an N Line sports variant. The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric car has been given a mid-life facelift with a larger battery pack, styling changes, and improved technology, ahead of Australian showroom arrivals from the middle of this year.

Technology 98

Technology Management Sales Marketing 98

Auto Blog

MARCH 3, 2024

Filed under: Green , Fuel Efficiency , Gas Prices , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading The 30 most efficient vehicles of 2024: EVs, plug-in hybrids and gas-powered cars The 30 most efficient vehicles of 2024: EVs, plug-in hybrids and gas-powered cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 3 Mar 2024 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Term 96

Term 96