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2025 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer prices cut by up to $7,000

Motor Authority

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer is priced from $59,945, excluding destination The new starting price is $3,000 less than the previous year Standard equipment has been increased despite the lower pricing Jeep has sharpened prices on its 2025 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer in an effort to boost sales of what is already a strong seller for the brand. The 2025.

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Costumes, capabilities, and the Land Rover Defender 110

Machines with Souls

A legendary name for a car that lives up to it, the Land Rover Defender 110 combines off-road ability with luxury that exceeds its competitors. The post Costumes, capabilities, and the Land Rover Defender 110 appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Toyota goes concept heavy at 2024 SEMA show

Motor Authority

Toyota brought almost a dozen concepts to 2024 SEMA show Concepts based on various SUV, pickup truck, and sports car models Toyota teased introduction of Modellista parts in U.S. Toyota pulled out all the stops for its 2024 SEMA showcase, with the automaker turning up to the Las Vegas show's opening day on Tuesday with almost a dozen concepts.

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Audi Group’s Profit Crash 91% In Q3

Carscoops

The Audi Group experienced a dismal third quarter as well as a rough start to the year. The automaker blamed the disastrous result on restructuring expenses at their Brussels plant. Through the first nine months of the year, sales at Audi and Bentley are down. Volkswagen’s troubles are well known, but the Audi Group is also suffering from a challenging market, competitive conditions, and limited parts availability.

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Redesigned Audi A7 to debut in early 2025

Motor Authority

Audi's new model onslaught will continue into the new year with the automaker confirming on Tuesday the reveal of a redesigned A7 in early 2025. The new A7's arrival will follow that of the new A5, Q5, and A6 E-Tron all debuting in the summer. A new Q5 Sportback is also scheduled to debut later in November. The new A7 should reach U.S. showrooms.

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The best car interiors don’t have any screens

Autocar

The first BMW Mini is modern enough to have the kit you want, but none of the distractions you don't Proper instruments provide all the information you need and no distraction from the joy of driving Despite having the run of the Autocar test garage and the general aggro and financial burden that come with owning a 20-year-old car, I keep a slightly scabby Mini Cooper S around.

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Ringbrothers restomods Chevy K5 Blazer from top to bottom

Motor Authority

Ringbrothers revealed custom Chevy K5 Blazer at 2024 SEMA show Custom SUV features LS3 V-8 rated at over 500 hp Ringbrothers also presented a custom Plymouth ‘Cuda and Buick Grand National Ringbrothers has built up a penchant over the years for its impeccable muscle car restomods, but the Wisconsin company has also dabbled with SUVs since.

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Ringbrothers' 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda gets infected with a little pink eye

Motor Authority

Ringbrothers revealed custom 1970 Plymouth 'Cuda at 2024 SEMA show Build took over 5,600 hours to complete Ringbrothers also presented custom Chevy K5 Blazer and Buick Grand National When one thinks of a muscle car, the original Plymouth 'Cuda of the 1970s often springs to mind. The clean lines and powerful Hemi V-8s is a combination that's hard.

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The New Audi A7 Will Replace the A6 in Early 2025

Motor 1

Meanwhile, the next-gen Q5 Sportback debuts this month.

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No, These Aren’t Mid-Engined Ford Mustang GTD Mules

Carscoops

Rear cooling vents on GTD prototypes sparked rumors of a potential mid-engine test mule. The Mustang GTD’s rear cooling system is dedicated to the transaxle, not an engine. Ford fitted the flagship Mustang model with an 815 hp, 5.2-liter supercharged V8. The Ford Mustang GTD is the quickest and ultimate track-focused version of the muscle car and despite recent posts you may have seen about it on social media, there is not a mid-engined version in the works.

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Toyota's 'Suprabird' Pays Homage to Richard Petty In the Strangest Way

Motor 1

Yes, it's at SEMA. No, it doesn't have a Hemi.

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Mazda Hits CX-90 Owners With Three Recalls In One Day

Carscoops

Mazda recalls over 80,000 CX-90 and CX-70 vehicles due to a startup issue affecting multiple safety features. A dashboard malfunction in certain of those SUVs may trigger limp mode and illuminate check engine codes. Some CX-90 vehicles may fail to restart after idle stops, prompting a recall to update hybrid system software. Mazda’s plan to push upmarket hinges in large part on cars like the three-row CX-90 and it’s two-row twin, the CX-70.

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Finally, a Cool RAV4

Motor 1

It has a custom suspension with adjustable shocks, a Dakar Rally-inspired design, and skid plates.

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Tesla loses top spot to MG in EV sales charts

CarExpert

The MG 4 has taken a unique place in Australian automotive history, becoming the first electric vehicle (EV) to outsell Tesla in a month – at least since the US brand started publishing local sales figures more than two and half years ago. In October 2024, MG delivered 1486 examples of its small electric hatchback, almost doubling its previous monthly sales record of 835 deliveries set in November 2023, and more than tripling its monthly average of 419 deliveries between January and September.

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BMW M5 Touring Review: Was It Worth The Weight?

Carscoops

We took BMW’s 2025 M5 Touring for a first drive, experiencing its power and handling firsthand. BMW hasn’t built an M5 wagon since 2010, and this is the first one ever available in North America. The Touring gets the same 717-hp PHEV V8 powertrain we’ve already tried in the M5 sedan. When BMW launches a new generation of M5 the car world snaps to attention.

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New Toyota HiLux not due until 2026 – report

CarExpert

Toyota’s first new HiLux in more than a decade won’t be launched until 2026, and may well be a case of evolution rather than revolution, according to a new report. Brazilian publication Autoesporte reports that Toyota suppliers have been told to prepare for the start of production of the new HiLux in Argentina for the South American market in 2026 – a year later than previously expected.

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Mazda Shatters October Sales Record With Double-Digit Gains Across All Models

Carscoops

Mazda’s October sales rose 58.7%, driven by strong growth across every model in its lineup. From the beginning of 2024, Mazda has shifted 350,759 vehicles, an 18.5% increase from last year. The CX-5 topped sales this year, with 10,166 units sold in October alone across the country. Mazda sales continue to soar across the United States , as demand for each and every model in its range has jumped significantly this year.

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Kia EV9 SEMA concept is ready for ‘ADVNTR’

CarExpert

Kia has returned to the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) aftermarket trade show in Las Vegas this week with two outlandish off-road concepts, based on the big EV9 electric SUV and then upcoming PV5 purpose-built electric van. The EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR are claimed to “bring to life an easy to imagine future where vehicles will provide the ultimate in capability, adaptability, utility and organisation and all with an eye on sustainability” Both concept cars feature enha

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Facelifted Mercedes GLE Gains Star-Shaped Taillights

Carscoops

Mercedes’ GLE SUV has been spied testing again, this time with some important rear-end changes. In addition to a new grille and headlights, this prototype was fitted with star-shaped taillights like the ones on the E-Class. The fourth generation GLE was unveiled in 2018 and received new lights and grille for the 2024 model year. Is it that time again?

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Why Elon Musk Thinks a $25,000 Tesla for Human Drivers is “Pointless”

Automotive Addicts

For years, an affordable Tesla has been the dream for millions of would-be EV owners. At one point, Elon Musk himself fueled expectations of a $25,000 model, known by fans as the potential “Model 2,” a next-gen EV that would slot in below the Model 3. But in an October 2023 earnings call, Musk made waves by saying that producing a $25,000 Tesla for human drivers would be “pointless” if it didn’t operate autonomously.

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Karma Invictus Is A Lightweight, Carbon-Clad Revero

Carscoops

Karma has introduced the new Invictus, a limited-edition model based on the Revero sedan. It features a carbon fiber bodywork as well as an upgraded interior with special upholstery. Powered by a range-extended setup, it delivers 536 hp and up to 80 miles of electric range. Karma Automotive has largely been flying under the radar, but the company has now introduced the new Invictus.

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Ringbrothers' 1987 Buick Grand National Is a V-6 Muscle Car Missile

Motor 1

For SEMA 2024, Ringbrothers updated a 1980s muscle-car classic.

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Vauxhall Mokka update hikes starting price by £3150

Autocar

Front end changes include more prominent lower lip Small crossover gets new interior screens, centre console and reworked front end The updated Vauxhall Mokka has gone on sale, with its starting price rising by £3150 to £24,705. The entry-level Griffin trim level has been axed as part of a light update intended to keep the small crossover competitive against a host of new rivals.

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Ringbrothers’ New Chevy K5 Blazer Hides A Toyota Secret Underneath

Carscoops

Ringbrothers transformed a 1972 Chevy Blazer into a 525-hp restomod, pairing classic looks with modern performance. Built on a 2016 Toyota Tacoma chassis, the custom SUV features upgraded suspension for improved handling. The Tuka Blazer features a bespoke interior, carbon fiber accents, and a potent LS3 engine delivering 487 lb-ft of torque. What do you get when you fuse the body of a heavily modified 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer with a 6.2-liter LS3 V8, a new transmission, and a long list of other

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2025 Kia Sportage facelift gets early reveal in Korea

Auto Express

The updated Sportage gets a new look and revised hybrid powertrain

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Robust demand for used cars recorded in Q3

Motor Trader

The robust demand tracked throughout H1 on Dealer Auction’s platform continued into Q3. Total estimated trade profit rose from £2.6 million to £3.5 million in the three-month period from July to September 2024. Kieran TeeBoon, Dealer Auction’s marketplace director, said: “Q3 saw positive trade-to-trade activity on the Dealer Auction platform – demand is strong, cars are selling quicker and we’re seeing more bids.

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Kia Tasman being eyed by Australian tuning firms

CarExpert

It seems you can’t sell a ute in Australia without offering an even more offroad-ready version worked over by a local engineering business. Premcar developed the Nissan Navara SL and Pro-4X Warrior , while Walkinshaw has been even more prolific in this space, launching the WAU Ford Ranger , Isuzu D-Max Blade and the defunct Mitsubishi Triton Xtreme and various Volkswagen Amarok W-Series models.

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GM Has Sold More Than 300,000 EVs In America

Carscoops

General Motors is one of the key proponents of electric vehicles and the automaker has sold over 300,000 of them in the United States since 2016. In the third quarter, they placed second in the EV sales race thanks to strong demand for the Cadillac Lyriq as well as the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Equinox EV. GM has an assortment of EVs on the horizon including a new Chevrolet Bolt as well as an assortment of Cadillacs.

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Kia Tasman won’t need AdBlue in Australia

CarExpert

The Australian-market Kia Tasman ute is being built to meet less stringent emissions standards than its home-market counterpart. That’s despite Australia introducing tougher emissions regulations with the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which comes into effect on January 1, 2025 with penalties following on July 1, 2025 for brands that don’t meet their CO2 target.

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A Buick Grand National With Enough Power To Rule The Galaxy

Carscoops

Ringbrothers transformed a 1987 Grand National with a twin-turbo V6 pushing 1,246 hp and 1,000 lb-ft of torque. This custom muscle car features a Roadster Shop chassis, Penske shocks, and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes. Inside, upgrades include a roll cage, custom gauges, and a parachute release for high-speed drag strip runs. The Buick Grand National has long held a special status among American performance cars.

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The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Lineup Gets Big Price Cuts

Motor 1

Better yet, the Grand Wagoneer has more power now.

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Kia Embraces The Outdoors With Rugged EV9 And PV5 EVs

Carscoops

Kia has introduced five new concepts at SEMA including ones based on the EV9 and PV5. The automaker also showed more realistic builds based on the Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride. The modifications vary by model, but most have lifts, wraps, and off-road tires. The SEMA Show is underway in Las Vegas and Kia has used the event to unveil an assortment of new concepts.

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DAC says October sales figures were “definitely a treat”

Canadian Auto Dealer

How would you describe October sales figures? According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, they were definitely a treat. October had the benefit of two extra selling days compared to the same month in 2023, along with some strong fleet activity. As a result, DAC estimates that sales came in at a noteworthy 162,000 units — 8.8% above the October 2023 monthly total.

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Why GM’s Software Boss Thinks Ultifi Can Beat Apple CarPlay

Carscoops

GM’s software chief says the automaker’s controversial decision to drop Apple CarPlay in favor of its own Ultifi system was the right one. Baris Centinok worked at Apple for a decade but is convinced GM’s tech can provide a better integration of car and apps for drivers. Centinok told The Verge that a bespoke setup would become even more important when vehicles gain semi-autonomous Level 3 ability.

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GM Doubles Down on Dropping CarPlay, Betting Big on a Custom In-Car Experience Without The Integration

Automotive Addicts

In a recent Decoder interview on The Verge , GM’s senior vice president of software and services, Baris Cetinok, made a strong case for the automaker’s polarizing decision to forgo Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in many of its upcoming models , especially electric vehicles (EVs). Despite the criticism, Cetinok insists that GM’s strategy of prioritizing its custom-built software platform, Ultifi , will enable the company to deliver a more cohesive, innovative in-car experience tailored specifical

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The Suzuki Jimny EV Might Have Been Cancelled

Carscoops

It appears that the fully electric version of the Suzuki Jimny for Europe won’t happen after all. According to Suzuki’s president, the added weight of an EV would ruin the Jimny’s character. Toshihiro Suzuki also downplayed the rumors of a facelifted Jimny with a hybrid powertrain. Suzuki has finally dipped its toes into the electric waters with the debut of the eVitara , the brand’s first-ever EV.

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The Toyota RAV-X is a tough SUV concept

CarExpert

Toyota has revealed a highly modified, Dakar Rally-ready concept vehicle based on its popular RAV4 at the 2024 SEMA Show, one of the world’s biggest automotive aftermarket exhibitions. The Toyota RAV-X Concept takes Australia’s favourite SUV and adds a series of off-road focussed mods, accessories and performance upgrades to make this the most hardcore RAV4 built by the Japanese brand to date.