Fri.Apr 12, 2024

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Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster pickup priced at $86,900 in US

Motor Authority

Anyone in the market for a rugged midsize pickup truck have a new option from the U.K.'s Ineos. It's called the Grenadier Quartermaster, and it's essentially a stretched version of Ineos' Grenadier SUV (referred to by Ineos as a station wagon) with a bed at the back. Ineos opened up the order books for the pickup this week and said it estimates.

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Cyprus March 2024: Kia Sportage and Nissan Qashqai atop the charts

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Kia Sportage is the best-selling vehicle in Cyprus in March. According to numbers by our local partners SEMO Cyprus and INNOSOFT , new car sales in Cyprus drop -17.9% year-on-year in March to 1,437 units. Thanks to a strong start of the year, this leads to a Q1 volume up 10.6% to 4,464. Kia (-21.2%) is the most popular carmaker in the country but falls heavily year-on-year to 18.6% share.

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2025 GMC Yukon to lead brand's global expansion

Motor Authority

GMC will take the wraps off an updated version of its Yukon full-size SUV later this year, and a teaser photo released this week hints at what's to come. Clearly visible is a new headlight design that's taller and narrower than on the current Yukon. GMC has also confirmed a revised fascia and grille. The version shown is the off-road-ready AT4.

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Ukraine March 2024: Sales soar 47.4%, BYD and Geely up

Best Selling Cars Blog

Geely sales are up a whopping 963.6% year-on-year in March. New car sales in Ukraine advance 47.4% year-on-year in March to 6,647 units, leading to a Q1 volume up 48.8% to 16,660. Toyota (+57.6%) and Renault (+118%) both fare better than the market and hold onto cement their brands leadership. Skoda (+30.6%) overtakes Volkswagen (+2.8%) for third place while BMW (+7.3%) is up two spots on February to #5.

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AMG reportedly plans standalone electric SUV

Motor Authority

Mercedes-Benz AMG already offers the GT Coupe sports car and GT 4-Door Coupe hatchback as models distinct from anything in the regular Mercedes lineup, and soon an SUV might be added to that list. Citing anonymous sources, Autocar reported on Friday that AMG is already at work on a standalone SUV based on its own AMG.EA EV platform that is set to.

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Leveraging Tax Season and Returns to Sell More Cars

Get My Auto

Tax season isn’t just a time for individuals to file their returns – it’s also a prime opportunity for auto dealerships to boost sales. With many consumers receiving tax refunds, there’s increased purchasing power in the market for big-ticket items […] The post Leveraging Tax Season and Returns to Sell More Cars appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Rivian offering matte wrap on certain vehicles for free in April

Motor Authority

Rivian is offering free matte finish paint protection film on certain configurations of the R1T electric pickup truck and R1S electric SUV through April 30. The XPEL Stealth film is UV-resistant, and can self-heal from small scratches and swirl marks, according to Rivian's website. Paint protection film can be made to maintain the glossy finish of.

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Voitures Extravert's bespoke electric 911s start sales in US

Motor Authority

Voitures Extravert's name is French for “extroverted cars,” but the company is based in the Netherlands, and its range of electric Porsche 911 conversions, known as Quintessenzas, don't look any different from the originals, at least to the casual observer. Voitures Extravert has been in operation since 2016, and until now anyone in.

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The five cheapest EVs on sale in Australia

CarExpert

A spate of recent price cuts has resulted in the entry price for an electric vehicle (EV) in Australia dropping below $40,000 drive-away for the first time. What’s even better for those after a cheap EV is that you can now get three models for under $40k, and certain state and territory incentives can drop these prices even further. Increasing competition between brands with small EVs has delivered a win for new car buyers, but what are the key differences between the five cheapest battery-power

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2025 Toyota 4Runner, Lamborghini Temerario, Porsche Taycan Turbo GT: The Week In Reverse

Motor Authority

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner debuted, prototypes for the 2025 Lamborghini Temerario rolled onto public roads, and we drove the 2025 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT. It's the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. The redesigned 2025 Toyota 4Runner debuted with a turbo-4 and available hybrid powertrain. Sales start later this year and buyers can look.

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What’s In A Name? Italian Government Says It’s Illegal For Alfa Romeo To Build The Milano In Poland

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The country’s industry minister has cited a law targeting products with Italian names not produced in Italy. Alfa Romeo will sell both ICE and EV versions of the Milano. Stellantis has not commented on the government’s recent statement. The Italian government has hit out at Alfa Romeo’s decision to build its new Milano crossover in Poland, saying that building it outside of the brand’s home nation is illegal.

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2025 Alpine A110 RS spied: Hardcore swan song for brand's final gas car

Motor Authority

Alpine has been spotted testing a new version of its A110 mid-engine sports car, which appears to be more extreme than the already hardcore A110 R launched in 2022. The new version may resemble the A110 R to the casual observer, but a closer inspection reveals additional features aimed at improving track times. These include flics on the front.

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Calling All Women

AutoDealer Today

Industry insiders discuss strategies for dealerships to recruit and retain women in automotive retail.

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2025 GMC Yukon, Voitures Extravert electric 911: Today's Car News

Motor Authority

Chevrolet updated its Tahoe and Suburban full-size SUVs for the 2025 model year, and soon the vehicles' GMC Yukon and Yukon XL counterparts will undergo their own update. The latest update has more significance than in the past as the 2025 Yukon will be among the key vehicles for an expansion of GMC in markets outside North America. Voitures.

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AMG Working On 1,000-HP Electric Flagship SUV: Report

Carscoops

The new flagship SUV is said to use an AMG-dedicated electric architecture. It will share its underpinnings with other AMG EVs, including a super sports sedan. The SUV is expected to hit the market in 2026, with a possible “Vision” concept giving us a preview. The world of performance SUVs may soon gain a new member from Mercedes’s AMG division.

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Ford Says It’s Empowering Consumers

AutoDealer Today

New campaign emphasizes their ‘freedom of choice’ when it comes to which power train they choose.

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New Dodge Charger EV Could Get Budget-Friendly RWD GT Model With 300HP

Carscoops

Dodge is reportedly developing a more affordable electric Charger called the GT. This base model will likely have a single motor, rear-wheel drive, and around 300 hp. With potentially over 350 miles of range and a sub-$45,000 price tag, the GT aims to attract budget-conscious EV buyers. Dodge is reportedly developing a more affordable, entry-level iteration of the all-electric Charger, slated to occupy the bottom rung of the new Daytona lineup, even below its combustion-powered counterparts.

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Ford Recall Probed

AutoDealer Today

NHTSA will investigate whether the automaker should do more to prevent fire in SUVs.

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Chelsea Truck Company Cheats On Defenders With New Ineos Grenadier Project

Carscoops

The Ineos Grenadier gets upgraded with 20-inch wheels shod in 35-inch tires, wider fender trims, and more. The interior has been upgraded with new leather upholstery. Chelsea Truck Company promises “dramatically-styled conversion packages” for the Grenadier. It’s no secret that the Ineos Grenadier is heavily inspired by the original Land Rover Defender, so it’s only natural for UK-based tuner Chelsea Truck Company – mostly known for modifying Land Rovers – to

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Real-world car emissions and fuel economy are 20% worse than advertised figures

Auto Express

European Union's First Commission has found that, on average, most cars are far less fuel efficient and environmentally friendly than official WLTP test results suggest

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1,071 HP Genesis X Gran Berlinetta Gets Jacked Up By Racing Legend

Carscoops

Genesis unveils a special livery for the X Gran Berlinetta concept, honoring racing legend Jacky Ickx. The tribute features a subdued Midnight Blue paint job with a white stripe inspired by Ickx’s helmet and racing flag decals. The X Gran Berlinetta boasts a complex hybrid powertrain capable of a staggering 1,071 horsepower. Genesis is paying tribute to the racing career of former driver Jacky Ickx with a new livery for the exotic X Gran Berlinetta concept.

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Ohio senator wants Biden to permanently ban Chinese EVs from U.S.

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Electric Continue reading Ohio senator wants Biden to permanently ban Chinese EVs from U.S. Ohio senator wants Biden to permanently ban Chinese EVs from U.S. originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:10:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Bugatti Bolide Can Out-Accelerate A Formula 1 Car

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Bugatti claims the Bolide will pull up to 2.5G in the corners. Bugatti’s test driver says it can pull away from an F1 car out of a corner. The track-only hypercar includes advanced carbon-carbon brakes. Bugatti has completed testing of the Bolide , its most insane production vehicle ever, and when customer deliveries begin in just a few months, owners will be able to experience performance akin to a Formula 1 car.

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Avatr to Zeekr: Every new car at the 2024 Beijing motor show

Autocar

The electric Mercedes G-Class, BYD's first pick up and Ora's 395bhp sports saloon are among the headliners The Beijing motor show returns next week for the first time since 2019, bringing with it an array of unveilings from both domestic and global manufacturers. Taking place from Wednesday 24 April to Saturday 4 May, one of the world’s most important motor shows will host unveilings of brand-defining concepts, tech-heavy showcases, ultra-luxurious flagship models and crucial new global models.

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China Funneling Billions Into BYD To Crush Tesla And Other EV Makers

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Germany’s influential Kiel Institute finds that BYD received $2.26 billion in direct subsidies from China in 2022 alone. The Chinese automotive giant benefits even more from indirect subsidies, thanks to its EV battery business. The institute suggests that the Chinese economic downturn puts the EU in a strong position to negotiate with Beijing.

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March brings surge of inventory, falling prices, Cars Commerce report finds

Auto Remarketing

When tax season arrives, dealers know customers are coming — and they need cars to sell them. Not surprisingly, then, the monthly Cars Commerce Industry Insights Report for March showed a big surge in inventory. The report found supply jumped 7.6% from February to March, based on the company’s marketplace inventory, as dealers stocked up for the tax-season rush.

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Abarth Classiche 1300 OT Debuts As Alfa 4C-Based Sports Car

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Stellantis Heritage has introduced the limited edition Abarth Classiche 1300 OT. The model draws inspiration from the 1965 Fiat-Abarth OT 1300 and is billed as an evolution of the Abarth Classiche 1000 SP from 2021. The sports car is based on the Alfa Romeo 4C and only five units will be made. Abarth is celebrating their 75 th anniversary and they’re doing it in style with a new sports car.

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Auto Trader reveals UK’s fastest selling used car

Motor Trader

The Peugeot 3008 is currently the UK’s fastest-selling used car, taking an average of 12 days to leave dealer forecourts, according to Auto Trader. The vehicle is leaving forecourts two weeks faster than the current national average. It is taking an average of 26 days for used cars to sell across the UK, which is one day faster than the same period last year, and one day slower than March.

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VW To Spend $2.68 Billion Into Chinese Hub For Faster EV Development

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The first model from VW and Xpeng will launch in 2026. There are currently more than 50 million VW Group vehicles on China’s roads. VW plans to offer more than 30 BEVs in the country by 2030. The Volkswagen Group has announced a €2.5 billion ($2.68 billion) investment into its Chinese production and innovation hub in Hefei, confirming the development of two models in collaboration with Chinese EV maker Xpeng.

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Volkswagen T-Cross

Autocar

Latest update bolsters the strengths of VW’s versatile if slightly strait-laced crossover supermini Independent design houses, I was once told, are sometimes involved in the kind of exterior-design-centric mid-life facelift that the Volkswagen T-Cross has just had. They’re a fresh set of eyes, I suppose, capable of the detachment that can address what’s lacking in the visual appeal of a car without dispensing with its strengths.You wouldn’t imagine a third party had been at the table in this par

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2025 Kia K5 Gets A Price Hike To Accompany Its Fresh Looks

Carscoops

The 2025 Kia K5 will arrive at dealerships shortly and cost $26,990. That’s $1,400 more than last year’s model, but the sedan features revised styling, an upgraded interior, and a new four-cylinder engine. Most models have 191 hp, although the K5 GT packs a 290 hp punch. Kia has announced the facelifted K5 will arrive at dealerships in the second quarter with a base price of $26,990.

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2024 Lexus LC 500 review

CarExpert

This is a very special car that may fly under the radar if you’re a bit of a badge snob. The Lexus LC has been the brand’s flagship sports car and grand tourer for a number of years now. It was first revealed in 2016, and launched in Australia initially in coupe form in 2017. The flagship convertible on test here was revealed in 2019 and launched locally in 2020.

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Rivian Offers Its New $5,000 Satin Wrap For Free In April

Carscoops

Rivian has introduced a factory body protection wrap called Stealth by XPEL. Made of a self-healing material, it protects paint and offers vehicles a satin finish. Valued at $5,000, Rivian is offering the wrap for free on select configurations through the end of April. Sometimes, the demands of both function and design align perfectly, benefiting everyone involved.

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Checkup Time!

AutoDealer Today

The time you spend checking yourself is always well spent.

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Tesla Cybertruck Goes Off-Road Gets Stuck On Tree And Ruins The Fun

Carscoops

A Tesla Cybertruck got stuck on a tree while off-roading at Hidden Falls Adventure Park in Texas. It only managed to continue the journey with the help of other off-roaders with a winch. The incident highlights a few weak spots in the Cybertruck’s approach to off-roading. When the supposedly super-tough Tesla Cybertruck gets stopped on an off-road trail it makes news.

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O.J. Simpson's getaway car, the white Bronco, is a museum piece in Tennessee

Auto Blog

Filed under: Celebrities , Ford , Automotive History , Truck Continue reading O.J. Simpson's getaway car, the white Bronco, is a museum piece in Tennessee O.J. Simpson's getaway car, the white Bronco, is a museum piece in Tennessee originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A Mercedes 450 SLC Rally Car Is About To Become Someone’s Million-Dollar Pride And Joy

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The Mercedes 450 SLC 5.0 was the first rally car to win a WRC event with a V8 engine or an automatic transmission. This one, number 4, came in second at the rally car’s inaugural race, assisting Bjorn Waldegard win the 1979 WRC title. Offered for sale at RM Sotheby’s Monaco auction, it’s expected to sell for as much as $1.1 million.