Motor Authority
MAY 4, 2024
Spain and Switzerland aren't known as automotive powerhouses, but citizens of those countries came together to create one of the greatest automakers of the prewar era: Hispano Suiza. Recently featured on an episode of "Jay Leno's Garage," this 1923 Hispano Suiza H6B exemplified the work of the automaker, the name of which means "Spanish Swiss" in.
Machines with Souls
MAY 4, 2024
The Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG was a $130,000 car in 2008, with a 519-horsepower hand-built V-8. But now they sell for a fraction of the cost. Is it worth it? The post The Mercedes-Benz CL63 AMG is the king of depreciation appeared first on Machines With Souls.
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Motor Authority
MAY 4, 2024
Tom Walkinshaw Racing was a British motorsports and engineering company with successes in Formula 1 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It went under in 2002, but now it has been revived by the son of the original company's founder, and the modern company's first product is a wild Jaguar XJS. There's a McLaren F1 up for sale, and it has only been driven.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Green , Electric Continue reading Why did Musk ax the Supercharger team? Why did Musk ax the Supercharger team? originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Motor Authority
MAY 4, 2024
Tom Walkinshaw Racing was a British motorsports and engineering company with successes in Formula 1 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It went under in 2002, but now it has been revived by the son of the original company's founder, and the modern company's first product is a wild Jaguar XJS. There's a McLaren F1 up for sale, and it has only been driven.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
A Rivian R1T owner took his truck to a certified repair shop after a minor accident. The repair bill ended up costing $21,149.16. A breakdown of the work shows over 94 hours of labor. The Rivian R1T is a rugged truck with some wild capabilities. Equally wild though can be the repair bill that results from body damage. When a semi-trailer collided with an R1T, the owner sought repair at a certified shop.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: By the Numbers , Design/Style , Beijing Motor Show , Lamborghini , Mercedes-Benz , Porsche , Tesla , Volkswagen , Concept Cars , Electric , Future Vehicles , Hybrid Continue reading Some intriguing showstoppers from Auto China 2024 Some intriguing showstoppers from Auto China 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 08:00:00 EDT.
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Autocar
MAY 4, 2024
Left to right: Kompakt, Oka, Oda; Aleko, Tavria, Debut, Giugiaro's 1125; X03, Florida, Cinquecento, Wars The Eastern Bloc had a burgeoning car industry during the 80s and 90s, until a major political upheaval In the late 1980s, the Eastern bloc’s communist governments realised their countries’ potential for car making and owning and strove to supersede their terrible old smokers with modern metal.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
Aiming for an all-electric future by 2040, Acura plans to release two additional EVs besides the ZDX within the next two years. The 2027 TLX represents a significant step in this direction, and is tipped to arrive by late 2026. The electric TLX is expected to occupy the same market segment as the current gasoline-powered model. Honda’s premium division, Acura, is undergoing a significant shift towards electric mobility with the aim of becoming an all-electric brand by 2040.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
It looks fantastic and offers a properly luxurious cabin, but is the new Defender still good off-road? James Ward hit the Flinders Ranges to find out. The Defender nameplate is a hallowed one – inextricably linked with adventure and exploration over decades. While classic Defenders are undeniably rugged and bare bones in their design, the modern interpretation of the iconic car has more creature comforts than its predecessors.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
2025 BMW M5 launches this year with plug-in power for the first time. Wagon option returns after more than a decade away and both body styles will come to America. Hybrid-assisted, twin-turbo, 4.4-liter V8 is rumored to deliver 718 hp. This year is going to be a bumper year for new BMW M machinery. The crew at Garching is preparing to hit us with an M3 CS Touring, M4 CS, revised M2, and this, the all-new BMW M5.
CarExpert
MAY 4, 2024
The Kia Niro is about to get seriously upstaged. The new Kia EV5 is set to romp into the Niro’s turf with a bolder design and much stronger supply out of China. In fact, Kia expects to be able to bring in up to 850 EV5s each month, which could see it sell 10,200 examples annually. The company sold just 1000 Niro EVs in 2023. We haven’t driven the EV5 yet, so we can’t say for sure if it’s the better car.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
Shelby built five Dragonsnakes, 289 Cobras specially modified for NHRA drag racing. CSX2427 is the only 289 that came from the factory with a Stage III quad-Weber carb setup. Subject to a full restoration using NOS parts and a multiple show winner. The original Shelby Cobra ’s ability to run rings around more exotic machinery both on the road and on a road course, back in the early and mid 1960s, is well known.
CarExpert
MAY 4, 2024
Lowering your car has traditionally been an easy way to help improve its handling, with a lowered centre of gravity aiding the road-holding ability of the vehicle. Lowering your car is legal, but there are limits If your vehicle is too low, it could be defected or impounded Fines may apply for driving an unroadworthy vehicle But there are different laws across the country that govern what you can and can’t do when you’re planning to lower your vehicle.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
China’s auto industry has the capacity to build 40 million vehicles per year, about twice as many as are sold in the nation each year. That has led to other countries considering imposing extra taxes to protect their own automakers as China’s companies look to exports. Meanwhile, the Chinese government continues to fund the industry, as it seeks to secure jobs and support economic growth.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Toys/Games , TV/Movies , Automotive History , Concept Cars , Classics Continue reading 'Fallout' TV show's most interesting car hides in the background of episode 1 'Fallout' TV show's most interesting car hides in the background of episode 1 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 12:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
An influencer streaming live from a Lamborghini Urus with a reckless driver captured the moment they were involved in an accident. The super SUV portrayed in the video appears to be a rental car as a tactic to avoid detection by authorities. The location of the start and end of the ride are visible in the film as is the accident scene. Driving in dangerous and reckless ways amongst traffic and on public roads is garnering a lot of attention lately.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Aftermarket , Dodge , Coupe , Special and Limited Editions , Performance Continue reading The Exomod Ascent Blue Angel is a 1,000-horsepower monster The Exomod Ascent Blue Angel is a 1,000-horsepower monster originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MAY 4, 2024
Three people, including a two-year-old child, were killed in a fiery crash in China last week. The accident involved an Aito M7 Plus, which was supposed to have an automatic emergency braking system. However, both Bosch and Huawei deny having produced the AEB system, leaving consumers with unanswered questions. A tragic car crash in China that claimed three lives has sparked concerns about potential gaps in accountability within the domestic auto industry.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports Continue reading Off-track soap opera follows F1 to America Off-track soap opera follows F1 to America originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 06:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
CarExpert
MAY 4, 2024
Small car buyers want to save money on not only the initial purchase, but on running costs into the future. So what kind of fuel economy can you expect from these small cars that won’t break the bank? We’ve taken the models outlined in the small cars less than $40,000 category of the VFACTS sales charts to see which is the most frugal, saving you money in the long run.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports , Racing Vehicles Continue reading Max Verstappen continues Miami Grand Prix domination with pole in qualifying Max Verstappen continues Miami Grand Prix domination with pole in qualifying originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 17:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
Those waiting for the plug-in hybrid Ford Ranger can skip the queue, with a fully-electric model now on sale for a bargain price. There’s just one thing… An electric Ford Ranger is now available to the public – or, at least, for those between three and six years of age. The Ranger Ride On is fully licenced by Ford, uses 30-watt electric motors to power the rear wheels – despite being badged as a 4WD, like full-sized V6 versions – and offers up to two hours of continuous driving range from
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports , Autonomous Vehicles , Racing Vehicles Continue reading Inside the Autonomous Racing League event that pitted a self-driving car against an F1 driver Inside the Autonomous Racing League event that pitted a self-driving car against an F1 driver originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
Google Maps will soon make it easier for electric-vehicle drivers to find chargers, thanks to the help of artificial intelligence. Google Maps will soon make it simpler for electric vehicle owners to locate and use charging stations around the country. The updates are designed to make it easier for electric vehicle owners to find charging stations, determine how many cars are already waiting to plug in, and provide details about how to access tricky charger locations.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Saab , Automotive History , Classics , Sedan Continue reading Junkyard Gem: 1997 Saab 9000 CS Junkyard Gem: 1997 Saab 9000 CS originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
There have been plenty of BMW ute concepts over the years, but the car maker has never sent one to production – and it now appears as if any prospect of a pick-up from BMW is gone. BMW has shot down any hope for a ute from the brand, despite an earlier push from the company’s local division. Speaking to website BMW Blog, Bernd Korber, Senior Vice President of BMW Brand and Product Management, ruled out a future pick-up wearing the company’s logo. “I think a pickup truck is beyo
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Commerce Continue reading Up to 74% off on grills, griddles, BBQs, pizza ovens, air fryers, and cooking essentials for Way Day 2024 Up to 74% off on grills, griddles, BBQs, pizza ovens, air fryers, and cooking essentials for Way Day 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
The updated Mazda MX-5 has arrived in Australia, but it is even more expensive than the price announced late last year. The 2024 Mazda MX-5 has arrived in Australian showrooms – with another round of price rises since the latest model was shown last year – though it remains one of the most affordable rear-wheel-drive sports cars still on sale. The latest MX-5 upgrade – with revised styling, a new infotainment screen, and handling improvements – is one of the most significant since the current ge
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Commerce Continue reading Way Day 2024: 45 best Wayfair deals on home, patio, grill and garage essentials Way Day 2024: 45 best Wayfair deals on home, patio, grill and garage essentials originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 07:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Drive.com
MAY 4, 2024
The pair face a string of charges relating to theft, police pursuit, using false plates and dangerous driving. Two men have been charged with driving a stolen vehicle at excessive speeds – with false plates attached to it too. According to Victoria Police, officers spotted the Ford Falcon while it was travelling along Coburns Road in Melton in Melbourne’s west, before it entered the Western Freeway on 30 April 2024.
Auto Blog
MAY 4, 2024
Filed under: Motorsports , Racing Vehicles Continue reading Miami Grand Prix Sprint goes to Verstappen, Ricciardo continues to impress Miami Grand Prix Sprint goes to Verstappen, Ricciardo continues to impress originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 4 May 2024 13:13:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Auto Express
MAY 4, 2024
The MINI Countryman is now a big hitter in the premium compact SUV class, but can it beat the Volvo XC40?
Autocar
MAY 4, 2024
Getting the Q6 E-tron project back on track was just one challenge facing Döllner Gernot Döllner's considered, decisive demeanour is perfect at such an unprecedented time - we hear his plan When Gernot Döllner arrived in Ingolstadt in September last year to start his new role as CEO and chairman of Audi , he probably found quite the to-do list in a bulging in-tray.
Auto Express
MAY 4, 2024
Eastern Europe now makes great cars.
CarExpert
MAY 4, 2024
These small cars command a high price tag, but does that mean you’ll be saving more on fuel? To find out, we’ve taken the small cars in the above $40,000 category on the VFACTS sales charts and compared them with fuel economy in mind. Some of these cars have different body types, trim levels, and powertrain and drivetrain options that cause economy figures to differ, so we’ve only listed the most efficient variant of each model.
Auto Express
MAY 4, 2024
Vauxhall’s Mokka Electric is a great all-round electric SUV - making it our Deal of the Day for 4 May
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