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Report: Nio to launch in UK in early 2025 with new Onvo L60

Autocar

New L60 is said to be most aero-efficient SUV on sale Lack of import tariffs means UK will be first European market to get Chinese firm's new affordable EV brand Nio will reportedly bring its new affordable EV brand Onvo to Europe next year, starting with the launch of the L60 coup-SUV in the UK. As reported by Automotive News Europe , Nio's product planning boss Eric Yu explained that Onvo would come to the UK first because, unlike the EU,it doesn't import tariffs on Chinese-built EVs - which w

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Massive number of Holden and HSV cars being stolen using cheap eBay tool

CarExpert

We’re huge fans of Australian cars, so it pains us to write stories like this, but vehicle thefts in Australia (in Victoria in particular) are getting out of control and there’s one group of cars being disproportionally targeted using a cheap device from eBay. Victoria Police this week announced that vehicle crimes in the southern state have reached record levels.

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2025 Corvette ZR1 hits 9s, posts fastest 0-60 mph time yet

Motor Authority

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 lives up to expectations by setting new performance benchmarks, including the quickest-ever 0-60 mph time for a production Corvette. The new ZR1 will reach 60 mph from a standstill in 2.3 seconds, and run the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds, both with the optional ZTK Performance Package, Chevy confirmed Thursday in a.

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CATL Drives China’s EV Battery Network Expansion With 1,000 New Stations

Carscoops

The Chinese battery maker plans to build more than 1,000 swapping stations in 2025. CATL has already co-developed 10 electric vehicles that will be supported by its network. Nio is the leader in EV battery-swapping and already operates over 2,600 stations in China. More than a decade ago, Elon Musk previewed innovative battery swap technology for electric vehicles that could serve as a compelling alternative to charging.

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De Tomaso completes first production-spec P72 supercar

Motor Authority

De Tomaso has built the first production-specification version of its P72 supercar The car will be used for final dynamic validation ahead of the first customer examples being built Development is being handled together with Germany's HWA There's a revival of De Tomaso currently underway, with the new iteration of the legendary Italian brand set.

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Toyota Prado, Lexus GX get bulletproof armour to match their reliability

CarExpert

Toyota is famed for making reliable vehicles, with some going as far to say theyre bulletproof and can take on anything. Canadian armoured vehicle firm Inkas has that idiom a reality by literally bulletproofing the new 250 Series LandCruiser Prado and its luxurious Lexus GX twin. Both SUVs have been extensively modified to be rated as BR6 armour level vehicles, the highest level available for civilians without permits. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class EV spied for first time

Motor Authority

Mercedes-Benz is testing prototypes for a second-generation GLB-Class based on the MMA platform The new GLB-Class is expected to debut in 2026 Both electric and hybrid powertrains are in the pipeline A redesigned GLB-Class compact crossover is shaping up to be the second member of Mercedes-Benz's next-generation compact family, following the.

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Waymo ready to take robotaxis to Japan

Motor Authority

Waymo on Monday announced plans to deploy some of its robotaxis to Japan in early 2025, marking the first time the self-driving vehicles will operate outside the U.S. The robotaxis will participate in a trial in Tokyo, in partnership with local taxi companies Nihon Kotsu and GO. The trial is intended to help Waymo's AI-powered self-driving system.

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Tesla Model Y Juniper Rumored To Start Production In China This January

Carscoops

A heavily camouflaged prototype of the updated Tesla Model Y was spotted in California. Chinese media report that production of the updated EV will start in Shanghai next month. The Model Y Juniper will feature exterior, interior, and mechanical upgrades. The Tesla Model Y is gearing up for its most significant update since its 2019 debut. Of course, by “significant,” we mean it’s still largely the same car—just with enough fresh bells and whistles to keep it reigning ato

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Liam Lawson replaces Sergio Perez at Red Bull F1 team

Motor Authority

Liam Lawson will take over Sergio Perez's seat at Red Bull Racing in 2025 Lawson will drive alongside Max Verstappen, who will be chasing his fifth world title Lawson's former seat at RB has yet to be filled New Zealander Liam Lawson was confirmed on Thursday by Red Bull Racing as its pick for teammate to star driver Max Verstappen in the 2025.

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Outback-ready Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster ute scores Aussie upgrades

CarExpert

Ineos Automotive has revealed its first local special project build a one-off dual-cab tough-truck that showcases a range of adventure-ready equipment in partnership with a range of Australian accessory suppliers. The Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster ‘Kaiju’ project is the ultimate overlander version of the British-engineered, French-built ute and it’s designed to demonstrate its infinite customisation possibilities.

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Rivian R1S: Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 finalist

Motor Authority

The Rivian R1S doesn’t look new, but what you can’t see has been replaced or updated Faster and more efficient, the R1S still sets a benchmark Benchmarks cost a lot of money, and the Rivian R1S costs at least $71,700 Can Rivian make history again? The EV startup has once again entered the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy arena with a.

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2025 JAC T9: Early Christmas gift for cut-price ute buyers as first deliveries begin

CarExpert

The first customer deliveries of the JAC T9 the latest dual-cab ute from China have begun just in time for the Christmas holiday break, and more examples are due to come in the new year. JACs distributor LTS Auto received its first volume shipment of the T9 earlier this month, following the arrival of media and evaluation vehicles in early 2024. Priced from $42,662 before on-road costs in entry-level Oasis guise, and $45,630 plus on-roads for the Haven variant, the T9 is now being sold via 62

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Bottas returns to Mercedes F1 team in 2025 as reserve driver

Motor Authority

Fresh from being dropped by the Sauber Formula 1 team, Valtteri Bottas is set to return to one of his former teams, Mercedes-Benz AMG, in 2025 as a reserve driver. The reserve role means Bottas will step in for one of Mercedes' F1 drivers if they are unable to race. Reserve drivers regularly test a team’s cars to maintain familiarity and.

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Media post: Why Smart Windshields are the Future of Driving

Best Selling Cars Blog

Car windshield technology has advanced greatly since the days of brittle glass panes that shattered on impact. Early windshields prioritized basic protection from wind and debris, but modern advancements have transformed them into intelligent safety tools. Todays smart windshields incorporate laminated glass, built-in sensors, and heads-up displays (HUDs) that can project real-time data directly into the drivers line of sight.

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2025 Corvette ZR1 hits 9s, posts fastest 0-60 mph time yet

Motor Authority

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 lives up to expectations by setting new performance benchmarks, including the quickest-ever 0-60 mph time for a production Corvette. The new ZR1 will reach 60 mph from a standstill in 2.3 seconds, and run the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds, both with the optional ZTK Performance Package, Chevy confirmed Thursday in a.

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Media post: Global Car Sales Trends: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond

Best Selling Cars Blog

Currently, the automotive sector is currently undergoing a new milestone. Car sales face the impact of global economic tendencies, technological innovations and changes in customer preference which are reshaping the niche landscape. In this article, well share car market tendencies for the upcoming year, including the rise of electro vehicles, emerging markets influence and sustainability factors.

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2026 Honda Prelude's interior revealed

Motor Authority

The Honda Prelude has been out of production for more than two decades, but a new generation is coming and was confirmed by Honda on Tuesday for launch in the U.S. by late 2025. The timing points to it arriving as a 2026 model. The exterior design of the new Prelude was previewed by a concept at the 2023 Tokyo auto show, and camouflaged prototypes.

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CADA Summit speaker: Glenn Mercer to present on hot topics

Canadian Auto Dealer

Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Glenn Mercer, an auto industry researcher, and frequent NADA study author about his presentation at the 2025 CADA Summit. Among other topics, Mercer will explore the findings of a new NADA study The Automotive Cost of Distribution, that examines the cost benefits of the dealer franchise model vs. the direct to consumer model.

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Holy Smokes: The Corvette ZR1 Hits 60 MPH In 2.3 Seconds

Motor 1

Its the quickest and fastest Corvette ever built.

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Snap-on Cordless Nibbler Kit Promises Precision Cutting Power

AutoSuccessOnline

The new American-made Snap-on 14.4 MicroLithium Cordless Nibbler Kit effortlessly slices through up to 16-gauge mild steel and most nonferrous materials like aluminum, brass, laminates, fiberglass and high-density fiberboard. Featuring an adjustable anvil for forward, backward and left/right cutting, the CTNIB761K2 allows cuts in any direction, providing versatility for cutting mild sheet metal and other auto body repairs, cutting in floor pans, rocker panels, and patch panels, as well as cuttin

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Electric cars being banned by strata from charging in apartment car parks – report

Drive.com

Residential owners across the country are voting to ban battery-powered cars from charging at underground car parks amid concerns over electric fires. Strata owners across Australia are banning electric vehicles (EVs) from charging within underground car parks amid fire and safety concerns. According to a report by the ABC , EV fires have become a hot topic at strata committee meetings, including last month where one unspecified committee in Sydneys Inner West voted in favour of banning owners o

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Hunter Engineering Releases 2025 Alignment Coverage

AutoSuccessOnline

Hunter Engineering has released the latest coverage for its award-winning alignment, ADAS and inspection equipment. The 2025 vehicle information database update release became available Nov. 1. Notable for its attention to detail, the release covers brand-new records those not yet in existence at the time of the previous release as well as updates to existing records, covering OEM changes to existing vehicles.

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Volkswagen May Not Close German Factories After All

Motor 1

A deal could keep things going until 2030, but negotiations are ongoing.

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Turning Data into Deals with Cox Automotive’s New VinSolutions AI Solution

AutoSuccessOnline

Cox Automotive has introduced powerful, new artificial intelligence capabilities to its leadingCRM solution VinSolutions.Using Predictive Insights with Generative AI (GenAI) capabilities, this proprietary CRM technology incorporates first-party behavioral data from Cox-owned marketplaces Autotrader,Kelley Blue Bookand Dealer.com.As a result, dealers can identify shoppers who are up to eight times more likely to buy and create targeted, personalized content to create meaningful interactions with

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The Worst Car Name in the Business Might Soon Be Retired

Motor 1

A full rebrand for Toyota's only fully electric vehicle is reportedly in the works.

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Auto Loans Easier to Come By

F&I and Showroom

Greater credit access in November combines with falling delinquencies for more stable conditions.

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The Kia Syros Is a Tiny Car With a Huge Personality

Motor 1

Despite having a face only a mother could love, it's actually a decent crossover once you get past the weird exterior.

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11-Year-Old Flees From Police And Flips Minivan At 60 MPH

Carscoops

It’s unclear how the child managed to get the keys to the minivan. The van flipped onto its side after being driven through a flooded section of road at ~60 mph. The 11-year-old was transported to a hospital but didn’t suffer any visible injuries. If you were like us when you were 11 years old, you may have enjoyed playing Gran Turismo or Need for Speed during the holiday period.

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The Best Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2024

Motor 1

Only three cars earned Best of the Best accolades in 2024but there were dozens of other candidates that nearly made the cut.

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Unsure about electric cars? Don’t let others make up your mind

Auto Express

Darren Wilson explains why you should stick to the facts when it comes to EVs

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Palm Beach Cavallino Classic To Host Ferrari F80’s North American Premiere

Motor 1

Ferraris new hypercar, which boasts a hybrid V-6 and a $4.0 million price tag, will make its US debut in January.

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MG ute caught on camera – and it’s just a rebadged LDV

Drive.com

These are the first spy photos of the new MG ute, but those hoping for a ground-up unique design will be disappointed. The first images of the upcoming MG ute have surfaced online, ahead of a showroom arrival due next year or 2026. But, as predicted, it will not be a dedicated model for MG and will instead be a rebranded version of the new Terron 9 ute from sister brand LDV under the SAIC Motor group.

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More examiners and a ban on driving test resales promised to reduce backlog

Auto Express

The Government says it will look to employ 450 examiners and tighten the rules surrounding the booking and cancellation of tests

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BYD Yangwang U8 takes another step towards Australia

Drive.com

The ultra-luxury SUV from BYD sub-brand Yangwang is on tour in Australia for a second time as its local importer eyes off potential opportunities. Three Yangwang U8 ultra-luxury off-road SUVs will be on display at three BYD dealerships in Australia as what may be another toe-in-the-water for a potential local release of the Mercedes G-Class and Range Rover rival.

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2026 Mercedes GLB spied out on test

Auto Express

Family-orientated SUV will return with petrol and electric power and new MMA architecture

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2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro: Customers offered chance to win their money back

Drive.com

Chery Australia is offering customers the chance to be refunded the purchase price of their Tiggo 4 Pro SUV, but you’ll want to get in fast. Customers who purchase a 2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro small SUV could win their money back in a new competition by the manufacturer. Chery Australia will offer one customer a full refund of the purchase price of their Tiggo 4 Pro in the competition, which runs for the month of December.