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Vauxhall currently offers an electric version of all of its models Stellantis-owned company previously announced that it would launch its final combustion car in 2024 Opel- Vauxhall is rethinking its plan to go all-electric from 2028, recognising that the European EV market is vastly different from how it had predicted when setting its transition timeline.
A Chrysler electric midsize crossover expected to start production in 2025 has been put on hold Chrysler is still pressing ahead with an electric Pacifica minivan The current Pacifca will also be updated and followed by a separate crossover and a model inspired by the Halcyon concept Chrysler has halted development of an electric midsize crossover.
Aston Martin recalled 1,452 U.S. vehicles over a glitch in the rearview camera display. Affected models include the DB12, Vantage, and DBX707 built March to December 2024. Some owners get OTA updates, while others require dealer fixes based on build dates. Owning a vehicle from a prestigious brand like Aston Martin should make anyone feel special. However, no matter how expensive or how exclusive, it must comply with certain safety standards.
Rolls-Royce is celebrating the year of the dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar The automaker has revealed special-edition Phantoms with dragon motifs throughout The cars are the first special editions in the Phantom nameplate's centennial year This year is the Year of the Dragon on the Chinese zodiac calendar, and Rolls-Royce is celebrating with.
Kia UKs National Dealer Conference, held in Liverpool yesterday, was attended by over 1,000 Kia dealer staff. The Awards celebrates performance across the network of 190 Kia dealerships in the UK. The conference opened with a new mantra for the coming year: Take the Lead. Paul Philpott, President and CEO of Kia UK, said: In 2024, Kia experienced record sales which is testament to the exceptional commitment of our dealers to our customers.
Acura's second EV will be the RSX crossover It enters production in late 2025 at the Honda EV Hub plant in Ohio It will share a platform with Honda's 0 Series EVs, which will also be built in Ohio Acura will revive its RSX nameplate later this year for an electric crossover, the automaker has confirmed. The original RSX, badged as a Honda Integra.
Jeep’s North American. lineup lacks a crossover to compete in the booming small-SUV market. In overseas markets, the company sells ICE, hybrid, and EV versions of the Avenger. The brand’s CEO, Bob Broderdorf, says a business case is required to evaluate a US launch. The Wrangler and Gladiator are obvious 4×4 go-tos for anyone looking for rugged off-road capability, but Jeep’s lineup hasn’t exactly been catering to smaller crossover enthusiasts in the US lately.
The Honda CR-V will be updated for the 2026 model year Among the updates will be a rugged CR-V TrailSport model The smaller Honda HR-V will also be updated for the 2026 model year An updated Honda CR-V debuts later this year as a 2026 model, and Honda has confirmed it will feature a rugged TrailSport model. Honda made the announcement on Jan. 15.
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The Honda CR-V will be updated for the 2026 model year Among the updates will be a rugged CR-V TrailSport model The smaller Honda HR-V will also be updated for the 2026 model year An updated Honda CR-V debuts later this year as a 2026 model, and Honda has confirmed it will feature a rugged TrailSport model. Honda made the announcement on Jan. 15.
Honda and Acura are looking ahead and giving a glimpse at what’s in store for 2025. The Acura RSX is returning, while the company will also launch the ADX and a facelifted Integra. Honda will launch the new Passport and Prelude as well as updated versions of the CR-V and HR-V. Honda is on a roll as U.S. sales climbed 11.1% last year and the Civic Hybrid was recently named the 2025 North American Car of the Year.
VW Group's 2024 global deliveries declined about 2.3% to 9.03 million vehicles EV deliveries were also down slightly China remained the biggest market but saw deliveries drop by 9.5% The Volkswagen Group reported global deliveries of 9.03 million vehicles in 2024, in what the automaker's CEO, Oliver Blume, said was a challenging year. The total is.
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American automakers have long feared Chinese competition , worrying that cheaper cars built just as well would knock the floor out of a profitable industry. Now, regulators have found a way to protect American brands by outright banning Chinese cars or automotive hardware or software used for communications or Read more.
Grainger Motor Group won six awards at the KIA UK dealer conference which took place at the ACC in Liverpool yesterday. Mantles Kia took top spot in the Dealer of the Year 2024 category, followed by EMG Motor Group Cambridge and EMG Motor Group Thetford. In a LinkedIn post, Neal Grainger said: These accomplishments wouldnt have been possible without the relentless dedication and hard work of the entire team at Grainger Motor Group.
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Rotary Solutions , part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), a Dover company, is celebrating 100 years of innovation and industry expertise at this years NADA Show. Rotary Solutions will showcase its next generation of vehicle service and repair solutions designed and engineered to help dealership service centers overcome challenges and reach new levels of success in booth #3751.
Leasing firms have warned at how poor electric vehicle residual values is going to hit their business as EV volumes rise in the used car sector. In its latest market report it said: Like meteorologists tracking hurricanes, leasing companies are staring at the horizon and not liking what they see. Theres a named storm coming, and its name is electric vehicle residual values.
The Ethical F&I Managers Conference is seeking working F&I pros to attend and speak at its next event, scheduled for March 2-4 at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.
Ram is missing out by not competing with Toyota, Ford, and GM in mid-size trucks. Overseas buyers enjoy compact Ram trucks, while the U.S. market waits for its turn. In 2024, Chrysler CEO Chris Feuell promised new truck details will be revealed soon. The boss at Ram has made it clear—he “desperately” wants a smaller pickup truck in the lineup to better compete with rivals like Toyota and Ford.
The six-cylinder replacement for the V8-powered Ram 1500 TRX , which was billed as the worlds quickest and most powerful mass-produced pickup when it debuted in 2021, has been spotted in Australia for the first time. Whats more, the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO has been caught on camera in right-hand drive form parked at and driving around the Walkinshaw Automotive HQ in the Melbourne suburb of Clayton where all Ram Trucks Australia vehicles are remanufactured as these exclusive images show.
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Rest in peace, Cerato. The new 2025 Kia K4 is arriving in Australian showrooms later this month, replacing the popular Cerato nameplate offered Down Under for 20 years. Compared to the Cerato, the K4 is longer, lower and wider, and is underpinned by a newer and more tech-laden platform. It’s launching as a sedan to start with, though a K4 Hatch is due later this year.
Larte Design’s new 7-Series tuning kit includes lightweight carbon fiber parts. A two-tone green and black paint job adds dramatic flair to the polarizing design. The tuner left the car’s luxurious interior and powerful V8 engine untouched. The BMW 7-Series has never been a wallflower, and the current generation is no exception—it’s one of the boldest and most polarizing full-size luxury sedans on the market.
The BYD Atto 3 was only recently updated in Australia, but the electric SUV is soon set to receive a more comprehensive facelift in China. Car News China reports an updated Atto 3 sold in China as the Yuan Plus has appeared in a Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) filing. A new front bumper is instantly recognisable, with more aggressive side air aprons which are closer aligned with those seen on the BYD Seal sedan. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right
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