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2025 Nissan Armada goes upmarket and adds rugged Pro-4X model

Motor Authority

The Nissan Armada has been redesigned for 2025 The new Armada is bigger and features a stiffer frame compared to the outgoing SUV A twin-turbocharged V-6 replaces the outgoing Armada's V-8, delivering more power but the same 8,500-pound towing capacity A new generation of Nissan's Armada full-size, three-row SUV arrives for the 2025 model year.

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Italy August 2024: Toyota, Volkswagen and Dacia all outsell Fiat

Best Selling Cars Blog

Toyota is the best-selling carmaker in Italy in August. The Italian new car market is off -13.4% year-on-year in August to 69,121 units, the lowest August result since 2021 (65,185). Year-to-date volumes are now up 3.8% to 1,080,447, still down -18.8% on the same period in pre-pandemic 2019 (1,330,749). Looking at sales by channel, private sales drop -9.1% to 43,620 and 62.7% share vs. 59.2% in August 2023 and are up 7.2% year-to-date to 614,612 and 56.2% share vs. 54.3% over the first 8 months

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Review: 2025 Volvo EX90 3-row EV beckons the future, juggles priorities

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Phone in pocket, I step into the sleek-looking Volvo EX90 EV, and as I approach this three-row SUV the driver door unlocks, the seat motors to the correct position and the mirrors and steering wheel find their prescribed sweet spots. Favorites and climate settings recalibrate. OK, full confession: That’s how it’s supposed to work. The.

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Spain August 2024: Dacia reaches record ranking, Omoda 5 in Top 15

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Omoda 5 will soon be produced in Barcelona. 52,322 new cars found a buyer in Spain in August, a disappointing -6.5% year-on-year decline. The year-to-date tally remains in positive at +4.5% to 671,551 units. This is -26.5% below the January- August 2019 pre-pandemic volume (913,433). Sales of rechargeable cars (BEV+PHEV) sink -17.8% year-on-year to just 5,706 units or 10.9% share vs. 12.4% a year ago in August 2023.

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2025 Honda Civic Type R costs $800 more than last year despite no changes

Motor Authority

The Honda Civic Type R enters the 2025 model year with no changes apart from a price tag that's up $800. Honda has confirmed a starting price of $46,690 for the 2025 Civic Type R which will be available to order later this year. The price includes a destination charge of $1,095 and makes the current generation of the popular hot hatch $2,700 more.

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Media post: How the Automotive World is Capitalising on Sports Sponsorship

Best Selling Cars Blog

For decades, brands have been getting their names in front of millions of pairs of eyes by sponsoring sports leagues, tournaments, teams or individuals. Think of a famous tournament or league and the chances are there’s a corporate name before it. As the battle for consumers’ attention and dollars grows, companies are partnering up with sports brands and channels more and more.

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 boosts range, adds rugged XRT model

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An updated 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has been revealed and includes a new XRT model There are bigger batteries delivering more range but horsepower levels are unchanged The updated Ioniq 5 will be built in the U.S., making it eligible for tax credits Hyundai on Tuesday revealed the version of its updated Ioniq 5 electric compact crossover destined for.

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Updated Bentley Flying Spur Speed debuts Sept. 10 minus the W-12

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Updated Bentley Continental Flying Spur Speed will ditch W-12 in favor of V-8 plug-in hybrid powertrain Peak power in updated Continental Flying Spur will grow 145 hp to 771 hp New output makes updated Continental Flying Spur the most powerful four-door in Bentley history Bentley is in the process of replacing its venerable W-12 engine with a V-8.

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2025 Nissan Armada redesigned with new Pro-4X trim

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Filed under: Nissan , SUV , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading 2025 Nissan Armada redesigned with new Pro-4X trim 2025 Nissan Armada redesigned with new Pro-4X trim originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 13:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc takes victory at 2024 F1 Italian GP

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc won the 2024 Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix Leclerc gambled with a one-stop strategy Reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing still leads the championship Ferrari's Charles Leclerc took victory on Sunday at the 2024 Italian Grand Prix after managing to make his tires last longer than anyone else, while also.

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BMW’s 500HP+ M2 CS Might Be The Ultimate Driving Machine

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The new model will outmuscle both the standard and rear-wheel drive Competition versions of the M4. Several aerodynamic changes have also been made to the car. BMW is testing the M2 CS at the Nurburgring before its launch next year. In the years since the BMW M2 was first introduced, the German carmaker has slowly increased power from a low of 365 hp to as much as 473 hp in the recently updated 2025 model.

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Scout's electric concepts debut Oct. 10

Motor Authority

Scout is really returning. On Tuesday, Volkswagen Group's new Scout Motors EV brand released a teaser image and announced its electric concepts will be revealed on October 24. Scout said it will show both an electric SUV and truck concept. Both the electric truck and SUV are being developed by a new U.S.-based company called Scout Motors. The new.

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Future Lexus EVs To Introduce Radical New Design Language

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The first model to launch with the new design will be the production version of the striking LF-ZC. The new design direction will be as dramatic as the firm’s introduction of the spindle grille in 2011. A new platform and prismatic battery cells have allowed the carmaker to re-jig the car’s proportions and shape. The future design language of Lexus will be a radical departure from before, and according to global design boss Simon Humphries, the brand’s customers want something

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“Alarming” number of motorists don’t give learner drivers enough room

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Despite the Highway Code instructing motorists to be “particularly patient” when it comes to learner drivers, the AA says an alarming number “don’t give learners the respect they deserve”.

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2025 Volvo EX90 First Drive: Electric? Three rows? Luxury? Here's your choice

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Filed under: Volvo , First Drives , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Luxury Continue reading 2025 Volvo EX90 First Drive: Electric? Three rows? Luxury? Here's your choice 2025 Volvo EX90 First Drive: Electric? Three rows? Luxury? Here's your choice originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 03:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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K24-Swapped Ariel Atom Could Be The Ultimate Track Toy

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This Atom features a fully-built Honda K24 four-cylinder with a massive Garrett turbocharger. Extensive upgrades have also been made to the Atom’s suspension and brakes. Coupled to the Honda engine is a six-speed transmission with a Wavetrac limited-slip differential. If you want a dedicated track car or the ultimate canyon carver, you could do what many would do and head straight to a Porsche dealership, picking up the keys to either a new or used 911.

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Recently Sold Texas Toyota Store Rebranded

AutoDealer Today

Vaughan Automotive picks up store in small town next to the state's biggest city.

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Vanquishing Europe: 1000-mile tour in Aston's V12 great

Autocar

The Aston Martin Vanquish is back, so we've revisited the original to find out what it's got to live up to The new Aston Martin Vanquish has been revealed, bringing the British brand's V12-engined flagship back to the fore after a six-year hiatus. With a whopping 824bhp and 738lb ft of torque, plus a stiffer chassis than its DBS predecessor , it's poised to fight for the super grand tourer crown.

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BMW recalling 140,000 electric Mini Cooper SEs for battery issue

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Filed under: Green , Recalls , BMW , MINI , Electric Continue reading BMW recalling 140,000 electric Mini Cooper SEs for battery issue BMW recalling 140,000 electric Mini Cooper SEs for battery issue originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 15:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai Hit With Lawsuit Over Palisade Tow Wiring Harness It Recalled Last Year

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The two plaintiffs claim they should be compensated for the diminished values of their Palisades. Hyundai recalled over 570,000 vehicles to remedy the wiring harness last year. A class action lawsuit recently filed on behalf of residents in Texas and Missouri claims optional tow hitch wiring harnesses on 2020-2022 Palisade models can short circuit and catch fire, providing the car manufacturer with another headache after a recall was issued for the fault in March 2023.

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Infiniti reportedly planning a QX65 to take on the Lexus RX

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Filed under: Green , Rumormill , Infiniti , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Future Vehicles , Hybrid , Luxury , Sedan Continue reading Infiniti reportedly planning a QX65 to take on the Lexus RX Infiniti reportedly planning a QX65 to take on the Lexus RX originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 10:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Wald Previews Wild Tuning Kit For The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

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Wald published renderings of a heavily modified Land Cruiser Prado (J250). The off-roader gains wide fenders, bespoke bumpers, and a roof extension. The tuner previewed lowered and lifted versions with different sets of wheels. The new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is the focus of the latest project by Wald International. The Japanese tuner published a set of renderings, previewing a series of extensive visual modifications, combined with a slammed road-focused or a lifted all-terrain setup.

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Winners of 2024 Dealers' Choice Awards Announced

AutoDealer Today

Thousands of dealers cast their votes for the 2024 Dealers' Choice Awards.

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2025 Nissan Armada Drops The V8, Gains Rugged Pro-4X Trim

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Nissan has unveiled the redesigned Armada, which has a new twin-turbo V6 developing 425 hp. The SUV offers seating for up to eight and can be equipped with 14.3-inch displays, open pore wood trim, and quilted leather seats. The Armada will go on sale later this year and can be had in rugged Pro-4X trim. The Nissan Armada is barely a blip on the automotive radar as the Chevrolet Tahoe outsells it by more than 5:1.

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New Cupra Terramar SUV brings 268bhp and handling focus

Autocar

Terramar uses the same MQB Evo platform as the new Skoda Kodiaq New BMW X1 and VW Tiguan rival gets two performance-oriented models, including 70-mile PHEV Cupra has taken the covers off the Terramar SUV , which is set to be its final combustion-engined model. Based on the Evo development of the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform, the sub-£40k Terramar moves Cupra into the hotly contested C-SUV segment, battling the likes of the BMW X1 , Kia Sportage and Volkswagen Tiguan.

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New Cupra Terramar Is VW Tiguan’s Sexy Relative From Spain

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The Cupra Terramar is a new SUV with aggressive styling and a sporty chassis setup. It competes in Europe’s C-SUV segment, sharing its platform with the VW Tiguan. The lineup includes gasoline, mild hybrid, and PHEV options, with up to 268 hp. Cupra continues to expand its model lineup with the all-new Terramar, poised to compete in Europe’s highly competitive compact SUV segment.

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2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban priced, Tahoe starts at $60,495

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Filed under: Chevrolet , Car Buying , SUV , Diesel Vehicles Continue reading 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban priced, Tahoe starts at $60,495 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban priced, Tahoe starts at $60,495 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 16:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Toyota Pays Tribute To Its WRC History With GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition

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Toyota celebrates 51 years from its first WRC victory with a new limited edition. The GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition will be produced in 51 units, exclusively for Italy. The hot hatch with the nostalgic livery and gold wheels is priced at €67,500 ($74,594). Toyota introduced a new special edition of the GR Yaris hot hatch, with a limited production of 51 units, reserved for the Italian market.

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets new XRT trim and bigger batteries

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Filed under: Green , Hyundai , Crossover , Hatchback , Electric , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets new XRT trim and bigger batteries 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 gets new XRT trim and bigger batteries originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 11:59:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Clarkson, Hammond And May Tackle Zimbabwe In The Grand Tour Finale

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Amazon has released a new teaser for The Grand Tour: One For The Road. The final episode airs September 13 and marks the last time Jeremy Clarkson, James May, and Richard Hammond will appear together as hosts on a motoring program. They’ll be driving a Lancia Montecarlo, Triumph Stag, and Ford Capri across Zimbabwe. The Grand Tour is preparing to say its final farewell on September 13 and Amazon is pulling out all the stops to promote it.

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2025 Nissan Patrol revealed: Nissan’s LandCruiser killer has landed

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The all-new Nissan Patrol is here and it sends the strongest signal yet to the market that Nissan is moving toward a much more premium approach both in terms of design and features. We already knew the V8 was dead, but we can now confirm that Patrol will be powered by a mix of naturally aspirated and turbocharged petrol engines – a 3.8-litre naturally aspirated petrol V6 and a 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V6.

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Tesla’s Delayed Electric Robotaxi May Premiere On October 10

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The long-awaited car could premiere as a concept at a Warner Bros. movie studio. Elon Musk delayed the initial August launch so Tesla’s design team could alter the front end. The robotaxi will debut just a few short months after Rimac showcased its very own, in-house robotaxi. Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi is just around the corner and will reportedly be unveiled at an event in Los Angeles on October 10.

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Demand for used cars was strong in August, says MOTORS

Motor Trader

Strong demand for used cars was evident in August as dealers witnessed improved days to sell as prices and stock levels remained steady, according to MOTORS. Days to sell averaged 28, four days faster than the previous month. Franchised dealers (18 days), car supermarkets (22) and Independent dealers (50). Lucy Tugby, Marketing Director of MOTORS, said: “Despite the traditional impact of the summer holiday season, used car buyers remained active in August as demonstrated by improved days to sell

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2023-2024 Toyota Sequoia Recalled Thanks To A Loose Tow Hitch Cover

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The recall impacts 43,395 vehicles across the United States. Changes have already been made to tow hitch covers so cars built after July 23 are not impacted. Owners will be notified of the recall from October 5. Toyota has revealed the tow hitch cover of 2023-2024 Sequoia Hybrid models could fall off while driving and has issued a recall in the U.S. to remedy the fault.

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Scout sets official reveal date for its two upcoming EVs

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Filed under: Design/Style , Green , Volkswagen , Electric , Off-Road Vehicles Continue reading Scout sets official reveal date for its two upcoming EVs Scout sets official reveal date for its two upcoming EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 3 Sep 2024 16:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Hits The Market With A $650k Price Tag

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A used car dealership in Miami is selling the rare V8-powered Grand Tourer. Jordan’s former SLR McLaren 722 Edition has been driven a touch over 15,100 miles. TBTFW is asking $649,995 for the car. With a reported net worth of $3.2 billion, it comes as no surprise that Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest basketballer of all time, has owned many impressive cars over the years.

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Tesla readying a more family-friendly Model Y – report

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The Tesla Model Y could become an even more practical proposition for families, with reports emerging that a six-seat version of the electric SUV could launch as soon as 2025. Reuters , citing two Tesla sources, reports the six-seat Model Y is due to enter production in China from late 2025. An updated five-seat Model Y will precede it early in 2025.

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