Motor Authority
AUGUST 11, 2024
Honda is patenting its own version of the mid-gate that's making a return on the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. First spotted by Car and Driver, a Honda patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on June 27, details what the automaker calls an "adjustable cargo area partition.".
Machines with Souls
AUGUST 11, 2024
Big surprise, we go with another BMW. Check out the so-new-I-haven't-even-driven-it-yet X3 M50. The post Mrs. Machines picks the X3 M50, and it’s all my fault appeared first on Machines With Souls.
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Motor Authority
AUGUST 11, 2024
Exhaust notes help give cars personalities, a trait that's due to the different type of engines they have. Toyota has released a helpful explainer on why that is. It starts with the number of cylinders—the more the better. The combustion stroke is what generates sound and, in a typical four-stroke engine, that happens once every two.
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
The ICCT calculated 2024 MY vehicle lifecycle emissions by powertrain type. Hybrids can be up to 4.9 times dirtier than BEVs, while PHEVs are about twice as polluting. ICE SUVs can emit up to 6.7 times more than BEVs charged with 100% renewable energy. While it’s well-known that battery electric vehicles ( BEVs ) produce zero tailpipe emissions, scrutiny often falls on their manufacturing and disposal processes.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Green , Tesla , Car Buying Continue reading Californians are buying fewer Teslas in what could be a bad sign for Elon Musk Californians are buying fewer Teslas in what could be a bad sign for Elon Musk originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 16:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
Electrify America wants to clamp down on EV users who hog fast chargers. A trial will see some stations halt charging after cars have hit 85 percent. It will also impose an extra fee for every minute a charged car blocks a charging point. Despite ever-expanding charging infrastructure, public access points and recharging on the go remain two of the biggest bugbears about EV ownership.
CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
The Jimny is the little car that could for Suzuki. The three-door model launched with a bang in 2019, and long waits have persisted since. It was joined in late 2023 by the five-door Jimny XL and, although the wait lists haven’t been quite as wild, it’s been hot property as well. What’s all the hype about? On paper, it’s hard to understand.
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CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
The National Holden Motor Museum has found a new home in New South Wales, becoming a permanent feature at Coffs Harbour’s Bunker Gallery. Originally opening in Bayswater, Victoria in 1984 before moving to Echuca in 1993, the National Holden Motor Museum closed its doors earlier this year with its contents auctioned off. Now, Coffs Harbour dealership owner Geoff King has donated 25 Holdens and memorabilia from the former museum to the Bunker Gallery, where they will now be on display perman
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
The 2024 Charger Daytona EV will cost $59,595 in R/T form and $73,190 for the Scat Pack when it goes on sale later this year, Dodge says. Those prices make the Charger a rival for the C8 Corvette and Mustang Dark Horse – take part in our poll to tell us which you’d pick. Dodge released pricing information for the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV this week ahead of the car arriving in dealerships in the final quarter of 2024, and the figures aren’t as horrific as a previous leak su
CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
The next-generation BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has been leaked ahead of its expected reveal sometime this year, with a major visual overhaul headlining the changes. The new model was first spied in mid-2023, though the latest leak reveals overhauled looks that bring the model closer in line to the new 1 Series , which was formally revealed earlier this year.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Dodge , Mitsubishi , Automotive History , Truck , Performance , Classics Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1987 Dodge Ram 50 with V8 swap Junkyard Gem: 1987 Dodge Ram 50 with V8 swap originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
Subaru Crosstrek owner faces a $5k fine from the NPS over confusion between AWD and 4WD. The NPS warned the driver after off-roading in a vehicle not deemed suitable for 4WD trails. Despite the Crosstrek’s high clearance, its AWD system doesn’t meet the NPS’s requirements. Subaru ’s entire marketing effort is hooked around the security and capability delivered by its symmetrical all-wheel drive system, but that doesn’t wash with the US National Parks Service (NPS).
CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
In recent times there have been questions raised as to whether the grid will cope with the threat of widespread electric vehicle adoption. In fact, both here and abroad, some pundits have argued the case is closed, and the power grid and mass electric vehicle adoption are incompatible. Is this true? What organisations are analysing the pace of EV adoption in Australia?
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
Tesla is about to begin selling a new integrated Cybertruck LED light bar. Technicians are allowed to install the bar, but they’re not allowed to plug it in. In some US states, laws mandate drivers to cover their light bars on public roads. Tesla is no stranger to selling accessories and the Cybertruck is maybe its best candidate for them. Fans noticed when the truck entered production that it was missing its signature LED lightbar.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
What would it look like if Isuzu diversified its product range by rebadging another vehicle? As environmental regulations kick in across most developed nations, Isuzu may need to diversify its product range to lower the overall emissions and fuel economy of its fleet. A potential option is partnering with another established car maker to offer an electrified model, rebadged as an Isuzu.
CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
Digital rear-view mirrors are becoming increasingly common, and now Mazda is getting in on the action. It’s rolling out the feature as one of its optional Genuine Accessories on a pair of its SUV lines. It’s available to order now on the CX-90 , and will also be available on that model’s two-row CX-70 counterpart when it arrives in Australia.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
A Reddit user has called out Australian drivers for coming to a stop at traffic lights incorrectly by not using the ‘limousine stop’ method. A recent Reddit post on r/CarsAustralia has criticised other motorists for not coming to a stop in the “correct way” RELATED: The most annoying driving ‘icks’ in Australia The user wrote in a post titled, Do you perform a limousine stop *most* of the time?
CarExpert
AUGUST 11, 2024
The Genesis G80 is the latest model from the Korean luxury brand to simultaneously receive a facelift and have its lineup trimmed back. The facelifted G80 will now come standard with the Luxury Package in base 2.5T guise. This was previously a $13,000 option – however, this now means the base price has climbed by over $19,000. The flagship 3.5T continues to come standard with the Luxury Package, with the Sport Package remaining a $6000 option.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Government/Legal , UAW/Unions Continue reading The UAW endorsed Kamala Harris for president. Will it help her win Michigan? The UAW endorsed Kamala Harris for president. Will it help her win Michigan? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 11:52:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
AUGUST 11, 2024
A Tiguan driver claimed she was speeding at 122 mph due to a rapidly emptying gas tank. After initially stopping for the police, she sped off again, prompting a second chase. Officers finally subdued the repeat offender by forcibly steering her vehicle into a ditch. None of us are perfect. We all make mistakes in normal life, including when we’re behind the wheel of a car.
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Green , Volvo , Car Buying , SUV , Electric Continue reading 2025 Volvo EX90 now $3,300 more expensive thanks to materials costs 2025 Volvo EX90 now $3,300 more expensive thanks to materials costs originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Autocar
AUGUST 11, 2024
The FSC logo (Forestry Stewardship Council) carries eco credentials Pirelli's all-natural (as opposed to synthetic) rubber tyres will be FSC-certified by 2026 Of all the individual components that make up a car, tyres are among the most complex when it comes to the blend of constituents needed to make them. Traditionally, their sustainability credentials have been questionable to say the least, not just in terms of what goes into them but also the impact they have on the environment in the sourc
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Hirings/Firings/Layoffs , RAM Continue reading Stellantis warns union of 2,000 or more potential job cuts at its Warren Truck Plant Stellantis warns union of 2,000 or more potential job cuts at its Warren Truck Plant originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
One of the most significant collections of Holdens will return as a permanent exhibit at Coffs Harbour’s Bunker Gallery – and it’s on the lookout for volunteers. The National Holden Motor Museum will make a comeback as a permanent exhibit at the Bunker Gallery in Coffs Harbour in Northern New South Wales. The Bunker Gallery – which hosts the National Cartoon Gallery – opened on Saturday 10 August 2024 and showcase a dedicated space for 25 historic Holdens and other artefacts permanently on displ
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Filed under: Technology , Infotainment Continue reading Intel is bringing graphics cards to cars Intel is bringing graphics cards to cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
A fresh look and more tech comes with a higher starting price for Genesis’ flagship sedan. 2025 Genesis G80 pricing and specifications Two model line-up with 2.5-litre and 3.5-litre petrol engines Luxury pack option made standard, connected services introduced Priced from $104,000 plus on-road costs The 2025 Genesis G80 sedan has been given a facelift and more standard equipment – at a higher starting price – as part of the most significant update for the second-generation since its 2020 Austral
Auto Blog
AUGUST 11, 2024
Continue reading ChargePoint introduces combined CCS and NACS plug for chargers ChargePoint introduces combined CCS and NACS plug for chargers originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Express
AUGUST 11, 2024
Mike Rutherford thinks the British Motor Show has plenty to offer petrolheads of every age - and a ticket won't break the bank
Automotive News
AUGUST 11, 2024
How does the greatest supercar ever made compare to Porsche's own V-10 Carrera GT? Legendary driver Walter Röhrl weighs in.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
Essendon captain Zach Merrett drives an unexpectedly ostentatious car – but it’s his parking situation that has fans talking. AFL player Zach Merrett has stunned footy fans with his unexpected choice of car, prompting many to ponder exactly how much money the young star is making. In a recent Instagram post from his wife Alexandra, the Bombers captain can be seen leaving his home to head to a game, before getting into the driver’s seat of a white Lamborghini Urus parked on the street
Car Examer
AUGUST 11, 2024
In this article, we’ll explore the most common causes of a shaking steering wheel and offer solutions to help you get back to a smooth driving experience. If you’ve ever felt your steering wheel shaking while driving, you’re not alone. This common issue can be alarming, especially if it occurs suddenly or at high speeds. A shaking steering wheel can be a sign of various underlying problems, some of which may require immediate attention to ensure your safety on the road.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
A motor show comeback for Melbourne was welcome news – but has caught many in the Australian automotive industry by surprise. The Melbourne Motor Show is set for a return in 2025 but a shadow has been cast on the event as key industry figures and car makers were seemingly blindsided by the announcement. News of the return of the Melbourne Motor Show after more than a decade – making it the first to be held both post-local manufacturing and the closure of the Holden brand – was made public in Jul
Car Examer
AUGUST 11, 2024
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to check and top up your oil. Maintaining the right oil level in your car is essential for its smooth operation and longevity. Regularly checking and topping up your oil is a simple yet crucial task that can prevent engine damage and improve performance. Book inspection Why Checking Your Oil is Important Oil acts as the lifeblood of your engine, lubricating moving parts, reducing friction, and helping to dissipate heat.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
Australia’s inquiry into the transition to electric vehicles has heard a plea from the automotive finance industry to keep the tax benefit going to aid sales. Ending the exemption on plug-in hybrid vehicles being charged the Fringe Benefits Tax will hamper sales of hotly-anticipated models such as the Ford Ranger and BYD Shark due next year, a leading finance organisation has said.
Automotive News
AUGUST 11, 2024
That oil that's been sitting on the shelf for the past decade? You might as well throw it out.
Drive.com
AUGUST 11, 2024
An updated version of the plug-in hybrid only Peugeot 508 sedan and wagon appears unlikely to ever reach Australia. The future of the Peugeot 508 sedan and wagon – offered as a plug-in hybrid only since 2023 – appears uncertain for Australia. When canvassed by Drive , several dealers said the Peugeot 508 will not continue to be offered in Australia once stock of the current model is cleared, with some retailers directing customers toward the Peugeot 308 , Peugeot 408 or Citroen C5 X plug-in hybr
Turbo Marketing Solutions
AUGUST 11, 2024
Navigating the world of AI ethics and regulation in car dealerships can feel like steering through uncharted waters. With autonomous technologies rapidly reshaping the automotive industry, keeping your dealership compliant isn't just about avoiding legal repercussions—it's about building lasting consumer trust and ensuring fair practices. It's clear that ethical AI implementation stretches beyond simple compliance checklists; it demands transparency, fairness, and accountability a
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