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Redesigned 2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 guides brand makeover in U.S.

Motor Authority

Redesigned SUV keeps the same proportions, lights up the exterior 2025 Audi Q5 uses a 268-hp turbo-4 with standard all-wheel drive 2025 Audi SQ5 employs a 362-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with an air suspension Audi unwrapped the 2025 Q5 and SQ5 SUVs over Labor Day weekend, illuminating a new design, more efficient engines, and a software-driven.

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Media post: What makes F1 cars different?

Best Selling Cars Blog

Formula One, commonly referred to among fans as F1, is the highest class of international racing sanctioned by the FIA, the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile. The Formula One World Championship has been one of the most important sporting events in the world since its inauguration in 1950, amassing legions of fans from all over the world. The competitions are exhilarating, and the use of cutting-edge tech keeps viewers glued to their seats.

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2025 Land Rover Defender Beach Break aims for the beach for $73,325

Motor Authority

The 2025 Land Rover Defender lineup adds a new special edition inspired by surf and sun. Limited to just 20 units, the Beach Break model adds Tasman Blue paint, a white roof and 20-inch wheels (with all-terrain tires), and trim-color graphics to the Land Rover Defender 110 for a retro look that's hard not to compare to the Ford Bronco Sport Free.

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Media post: Why does every car owner need a combined air compressor and a jump starter in their trunk?

Best Selling Cars Blog

The trunk of the average car is used by many as a place to store everything from shopping to gym bags. However, smart drivers understand the importance of being ready for any eventuality. One way to ensure this readiness is by having a combined air compressor and jump starter that you keep in your boot/trunk. This duo can serve as a lifesaver on the road providing peace of mind when you least expect.

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Stellantis develops tank turn steering system for EVs

Motor Authority

Future Stellantis EVs might feature the ability to execute a tank turn Rivian ended up passing on tank turns The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class can make a tank turn Following the lead of a handful of other automakers, Stellantis is looking to patent an EV tank-steer system for off-road use, allowing vehicles to spin around on the spot without.

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Media post: Expert Care for your Lexus: Comprehensive Guide to Repairs and Services

Best Selling Cars Blog

Lexus vehicles are renowned for their luxury, reliability, and advanced technology. Owning a Lexus is an experience that combines performance with comfort and innovation. However, to ensure your Lexus continues to deliver the best driving experience, regular maintenance and expert repairs are essential. This guide provides an in-depth look at the key components of your Lexus, routine maintenance tasks, common repairs, and the importance of choosing the right service center.

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Unlock the Power of Data in Dealerships

AutoDealer Today

Using data intelligently can help any dealership improve its results in key areas, and the more you use data, the more useful it gets. But with many dealers facing real-time lag, conflicting data, and low data quality, using data effectively is sometimes easier said than done. Download this new eBook to discover the top three dealership data challenges—and strategies for overcoming each of them.

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New 2025 Audi Q5 goes hybrid-only with 362bhp turbo V6

Autocar

Next generation of Audi's best seller will bridge the gap to it going fully electric in 2033 Audi has unveiled the next iteration of its best-selling model, the Q5. The SUV , which made up 17% (334,480) of Audi’s total global sales last year, will be used to anchor the brand as it shifts away from combustion engines and into electric cars. Unlike the new A5 saloon and A5 Avant estate , the third-generation Audi Q5 won’t be offered with a pure combustion engine.

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Ford recalls 90,736 vehicles due to engine valve issue

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Filed under: Recalls , Ford , Lincoln , Truck , Crossover , SUV Continue reading Ford recalls 90,736 vehicles due to engine valve issue Ford recalls 90,736 vehicles due to engine valve issue originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 09:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Audi Q5 Is A Tech-Forward SUV That Actually Looks Good

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The new model is underpinned by Audi’s PPC platform and will initially be sold in two guises in the U.S. All European models include a mild-hybrid system with a 1.7 kWh battery and a 24 hp electric motor. Audi has overhauled the Q5’s interior, bringing it in line with other models. This is the latest and greatest Audi Q5, and it’s a big deal for the German marque.

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BrightDrop electric commercial vans moving to Chevrolet

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Chevrolet , Minivan/Van , Commercial Vehicles , Electric Continue reading BrightDrop electric commercial vans moving to Chevrolet BrightDrop electric commercial vans moving to Chevrolet originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tiny Rolls-Royce And Maybach Clones Are The Cutest Things You’ll See Today

Carscoops

Two miniature Rolls-Royce Phantom and Mercedes-Maybach GLS models were spotted in China. These tiny knock-off vehicles are likely low-speed electric models priced at approximately $2,000. Despite the low price, they include luxurious features such as leather seats and ambient lighting. Chinese cars have come a long way in the past five years, with a significant uptick in build quality, design, and technology.

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Junkyard Gem: 1976 Volvo 244 DL

Auto Blog

Filed under: Volvo , Automotive History , Safety , Classics , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1976 Volvo 244 DL Junkyard Gem: 1976 Volvo 244 DL originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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10 Best Used Cars Of The Year Under $20,000

Carscoops

Consumer Reports has compiled a list with the 10 best used cars based on value. Recommendations include sedans, SUVs, trucks, and sportscars, all under $20k. Toyota claims three spots with the Corolla Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, and Tacoma. More and more people are turning to the used car market , looking for a reliable and fairly recent model without breaking the bank.

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The disastrous Quattroporte that even Maserati didn't want

Autocar

Oil crisis and the suspension of operations resulted in just 13 examples of Maser's Mk2 four-door ever being built Production of the Mk6 Quattroporte has finally ended after 11 years. Maserati must be feeling quite disappointed, having believed that a suave sporting limousine would inspire a tenfold rise in annual sales to 50,000 but then seeing that number exceeded only once, as the Quattroporte was continually outsold by the BMW 7 Series.

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If You Could Have One Cadillac Concept Produced, Which Would It Be?

Carscoops

Cadillac is over 120 years old and has a rich history. In that time, it’s also shown us many concept cars that, sadly, never made it into production. Of those, which one would you rather the American brand built, if possible? Cadillac broke onto the scene in 1902 and since then it’s built some memorable cars such as the DeVille, the Eldorado, the Seville, the Escalade and the CTS, to name but a few.

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Charles Leclerc delights home F1 fans with Italian GP victory

Auto Blog

Filed under: Motorsports Continue reading Charles Leclerc delights home F1 fans with Italian GP victory Charles Leclerc delights home F1 fans with Italian GP victory originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2026 Nissan Navara: What We Know About The Chinese Pickup That Might Go Global

Carscoops

The new Navara will compete with the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux, launching later this year. The next-gen pickup truck boasts a boxier design, enhanced tech, and a more comfortable interior. Chinese prototypes hint at multiple powertrains, including diesel, hybrid and electric options. Nissan’s current-generation D23 Navara mid-size pickup truck, which serves duty everywhere else except the USA, is now over 10 years old – yep, it sure is no spring chicken.

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Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 recalled

CarExpert

Ram Trucks Australia has recalled 137 pickups from its 1500 , 2500 and 3500 model lines due to an airbag fault. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) may have not been welded to the required specifications,” the carmaker said in its recall notice. “As a result, the SCCM could fail to send an airbag deployment signal to the Occupant Restraint Controller preventing the driver’s airbag from deploying.

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Stolen Porsche 993 Turbo Found After Six Years Of Neglect Deserves Restoration

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Photos of an abandoned Porsche 993 Turbo surfaced online, revealing its poor condition. This air-cooled Porsche was stolen for six years before being reclaimed by its owner. The vehicle is reportedly in Saudi Arabia and is set to be restored to its former glory. Classic Porsche 911 Turbo models are fetching serious money in the used car market, making a seemingly abandoned example of the 993 generation a rather unexpected sight.

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What is ceramic coating for cars?

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Filed under: Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading What is ceramic coating for cars? What is ceramic coating for cars? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Your Questions About The Ford Bronco Everglades Answered

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We recently tested the 2024 Ford Bronco Everglades. Before driving it, we asked what questions you had about it. Now, we’re providing those answers here and in a short video. The Ford Bronco is a boxy off-road-focused SUV with serious capability. To find out what it was like to live with, we tested it in the mountains of Colorado for over a week.

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How to wash a car

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Filed under: Commerce , Parts and Accessories Continue reading How to wash a car How to wash a car originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Another state kills EV rebates

CarExpert

Queensland motorists looking to buy an electric vehicle (EV) will no longer be able to access the state’s generous $6000 rebate, due to be killed off at midnight tonight. In a press release published over the weekend, Queensland’s Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Bart Mellish, announced the Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme would be axed on Tuesday September 3, more than two years after its introduction.

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Video: Road rage on a Melbourne freeway narrowly avoids disaster

Drive.com

Two wrongs could have resulted in a potentially disastrous outcome, with two cars making contact following a road-rage incident on a major Melbourne freeway recently. Exclusive Motorists have been lucky to avoid a multi-car pile-up on Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway on Thursday night, following a road rage incident between two vehicles. Dash cam footage obtained by Drive captures moment the green Toyota Echo hatchback begins tailgating the white Ford FG Falcon in the overtaking lane, flashing

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Polestar slashes prices across Australian EV line-up

CarExpert

Polestar Australia has introduced price cuts across almost every model variant in its local range for 2025. This not only includes the Polestar 2 – which has been given temporary price reductions on 2024 models to increase sales – but also the upcoming new 3 and 4 SUVs, the latter of which is yet to arrive in Australian showrooms. The price reductions on 2025 model year examples of Polestar electric vehicles (EVs) comes amid a sales slump for the brand, which to the end of July sold about 27 per

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Welcome to the jumble: we visit the ultimate car parts sale

Autocar

Pull up your haggling socks – motoring odds and sods abound on the UK’s thriving autojumble scene “I need all your money I can get, so make me a sensible offer.” We Brits may hate haggling but, come autojumbles, it’s gloves off as sellers and punters face each other across a stack of obscure car parts, most of it unpriced – and much of it worth only what someone else is prepared to pay for it.

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Genesis G70 and G80 recalled for fire risk

CarExpert

Genesis Australia is recalling early examples of its G70 and G80 sedans as a manufacturing defect could result in a fire. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the sealing of the starter motor may be insufficient allowing moisture to enter into the unit,” the company says in its recall notice. “If this occurs, it could cause a short circuit leading to a vehicle engine compartment fire while parked or driving. “A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle

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Grenades and poison gas won't bother this armor-plated Lucid

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Filed under: Design/Style , Weird Car News , Transportation Alternatives , Electric , Sedan , Lucid Continue reading Grenades and poison gas won't bother this armor-plated Lucid Grenades and poison gas won't bother this armor-plated Lucid originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 1 Sep 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Missing Renault Megane E-Tech features coming to Australia in 2025

CarExpert

Renault Australia is looking to bring online-based connected functions to its vehicles in the coming year, the French brand’s local boss says. Speaking with CarExpert at the local launch of the updated Arkana crossover coupe, Renault Australia’s managing director Glen Sealey said connectivity and remote functionality will be rolled out locally in the coming “8 to 12 months” – potentially beginning with the Megane E-Tech EV. “Connectivity is something we’re loo

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Boost Team Growth with Effective Repeatable Training

Call Revu

by CallRevu Invest in Employee Development Investing in employees—their training, happiness, and career development—is fundamental to any sales-focused organization’s success. Not only will investing in training the both exterior- and interior-facing staff at any given company enhance the customer experience, but it will also help retain employees year over year, minimizing training and adjustment costs over the long term and ensuring the highest quality talent is as interested in staying as t

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2025 Subaru Outback review

CarExpert

The Subaru Outback might not look like a large SUV but I promise you, it is… according to our sales charts. As new car buyers gravitate towards tall and boxy family cars, many built on ladder frames, Subaru continues to shift lifted wagons with DNA stretching back decades. The Japanese carmaker has sold 6643 examples of the Outback locally to the end of July, making it the third best selling large SUV going around.

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The 2025 Ford F-150 Ditches Its Iconic Keypad

Motor 1

It's no longer offered from the factory on 2025 F-150 models, but you can still get it as a dealer accessory for $455.

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2025 Honda HR-V brings new hybrid variant, more safety kit

CarExpert

Honda Australia has detailed the upcoming 2025 HR-V , headlined by the introduction of a new entry-level hybrid variant, more safety kit, as well as minor styling tweaks inside and out. Due in Australian showrooms “soon”, Honda has confirmed three model grades will be offered, including the e:HEV X – a new base hybrid variant that will sit between the existing Vi X and flagship e:HEV L.

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Alfa Romeo Driver Escapes From LA Police After Hiding In Underground Parking Garage

Carscoops

The driver was unable to lose police on the 101 and 110 Freeways but evaded them in downtown LA. While the man avoided capture, authorities may still be able to track him down. The speeding driver of a black Alfa Romeo Giulia has managed to avoid arrest after leading police on a high-speed chase through Los Angeles last week. Police started to pursue the man at roughly 8:45 p.m. on the evening of the 22nd.

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Hyundai Genesis recalled for fire risk

CarExpert

Hyundai Australia is recalling its Genesis luxury sedan as a manufacturing defect could lead to an engine fire. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the sealing of the starter motor may be insufficient allowing moisture to enter into the unit,” the company says in its recall notice. “If this occurs, it could cause a short circuit leading to a vehicle engine compartment fire while parked or driving. “A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants

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Used Audi A3 2012-2020 review

Autocar

With a diverse mix of engines, fine ride and superb interior refinement, the third-gen A3 should be on your used hatchback shortlist Looking strictly at price, you might not think the Audi A3 is a bargain buy. After all, you can have the same technology, engine options and drivetrain layout in a Skoda Octavia or Volkswagen Golf and both of those are cheaper, like for like.Examples of the third-generation A3 (2012-2020) are knocking around from £3000, about twice the price of the equivalent Skoda

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