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2025 Ram 1500 RHO coming with TRX suspension, turbo-6 power

Motor Authority

Ram is making headlines with new electric and plug-in hybrid pickups, but the brand hasn't forgotten its sport trucks. On Thursday, Ram provided more details on its forthcoming 2025 Ram 1500 RHO pickup, the in-market successor to the Ram TRX if not quite the spiritual successor. It joins the brand's other sport trucks, the Ram 1500 Warlock and.

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Three reasons why the Tesla Model 3 Performance isn’t for me

Machines with Souls

The Tesla Model 3 Performance is heavily revised, and some are calling it the best sports sedan available. Is that really the case? The post Three reasons why the Tesla Model 3 Performance isn’t for me appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet tests hybrid powertrain

Motor Authority

Porsche is preparing to launch a mid-cycle update for the current 992-generation 911 family, and a prototype for the updated 911 Turbo S Cabriolet has been spotted testing at the Nürburgring and on some of the German racetrack's surrounding roads. The fresh photos and earlier spy video show the prototype with the yellow warning stickers that.

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New Benchmark Data Suite Debuts

AutoDealer Today

Company says products take key performance indicators from marketing, inventory, leads, sales and F&I for actionable decision-making across dealerships.

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2025 Nissan Frontier spied sporting some updates

Motor Authority

Nissan is out testing lightly camouflaged Frontier prototypes, pointing to some updates being developed for the midsize pickup truck. The Frontier was last redesigned for 2022 and the updates may be introduced as soon as the 2025 model year, which would mean a launch late this year or early next is likely. The two prototypes, one that appears to.

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New Mini Aceman EV brings 252-mile range for £35,720

Autocar

The Aceman is priced from £31,220, with first deliveries due this autumn New model sits between Cooper and Countryman with passenger space given priority; hot JCW on the way The all-new Mini line-up has been completed with the reveal of the Aceman, a raised, Renault Clio -sized hatchback positioned between the Cooper and Countryman. The front-wheel-drive Aceman, a star of this week’s Beijing motor show , will be sold solely with an electric drivetrain and will be built alongside the electric ver

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Land Rover Defender electric restomod uses in-wheel motors

Motor Authority

Another company has surfaced with an electric conversion for the original Defender, but there's a difference this time. U.K.-based Bedeo's electric Defender uses in-wheel motors, which Bedeo has packaged as a retrofit kit that could potentially be used on any classic car. Bedeo specializes in adding electric powertrains to light commercial.

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2025 Mini Aceman electric crossover revealed

Motor Authority

Mini on Wednesday took the covers off the third member of its new-generation lineup, the Aceman electric crossover. Measuring just 160 inches long, the subcompact Aceman slots in perfectly between the redesigned 2025 Cooper hatch and redesigned 2025 Countryman crossover, essentially filling in for the discontinued Clubman. It was developed in.

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2024 Mazda EZ-6 Premieres In China As Reskinned Deepal SL03

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The EZ-6 is Mazda’s third production vehicle to be offered with a battery-electric powertrain. Technical specifications for the sleek sedan have yet to be announced. Mazda has also premiered the Arata concept at the show, previewing the EZ-60 SUV. Following a leak on the eve of the Beijing Auto Show , the Mazda EZ-6 has officially premiered as China’s all-electric replacement to the Mazda6.

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2025 BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe and i4 make debut

Motor Authority

The BMW 4-Series range is undergoing a mid-cycle refresh for 2025, and on Wednesday BMW revealed the updated versions of the 4-Series Gran Coupe hatchback and the related i4 electric vehicle. The reveal follows the debut of the updated 2025 4-Series Coupe and Convertible and the updated 2025 M4 in January. The updates to the 2025 4-Series range.

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Lamborghini Urus hybrid revealed as UK's most powerful ICE SUV

Autocar

Revisions to front end boost aero optimisation, and thus efficiency Lamborghini's best-seller restyled and electrified, pairing supercar pace with chunky EV range The Lamborghini Urus is now exclusively available with plug-in hybrid power, combining a V8 with an electric motor for nearly 800bhp and supercar levels of speed. The Urus SE, as it is called, is Lamborghini 's second hybrid after the Revuelto , and will be joined later this year by an electrically assisted replacement for the Hurácan

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2025 Lamborghini Urus SE plug-in hybrid revealed with 789 hp

Motor Authority

Lamborghini will use this week's 2024 Beijing auto show to introduce an updated Urus SUV packing a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Revealed on Wednesday ahead of the formal debut tomorrow in the Chinese capital, the 2025 Urus SE combines the current Urus' twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 with an electric motor for total system output of 789 hp. Order.

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GWM Ora 03 to spawn SUV as brand's third model

Autocar

The new Ora model will be larger than a crossover but smaller than a “full-blooded SUV” Crossover version of EV formerly known as Funky Cat is a "no-brainer" in Europe, says GWM designer Chinese company GMW will launch an Ora SUV to expand its line-up to three as it pushes for a stronger footing in Europe. This EV, which will take a numerical name, like its Ora 03 hatchback and Ora 07 saloon siblings, will be larger than a crossover but smaller than a “full-blooded SUV”, GMW chief designer An

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Nissan's next Armada, Murano reportedly lean toward luxury

Motor Authority

Nissan is close to launching redesigned versions of its Armada and Murano, Automotive News (subscription required) has learned from dealer sources who attended a recent meeting held by the automaker. The vehicles are due by the end of the year, meaning they should arrive as 2025 models in the U.S. The Armada was last redesigned for 2017 while the.

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Buick GL8 PHEV Debuts With 30-Inch Display And Second-Row Aviation Seats

Carscoops

Buick has introduced the new GL8 Lu Zun PHEV in China. The plug-in hybrid minivan adopts the company’s new design language and features an upscale interior with a 30-inch display. The van has 392 hp and an electric-only range of up to 86 miles. Buick has introduced the new GL8 Lu Zun plug-in hybrid minivan in China. It follows in the footsteps of the Century and adopts the brand’s new design language.

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The Federales Are Back in the Rebate Game

AutoDealer Today

First it was Cash for Clunkers, now it is EV tax credits. Here the Federales go again.

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2025 Ram 1500 RHO Goes Raptor Hunting With 540 HP Twin-Turbo I6

Carscoops

Ram has introduced the new 1500 RHO, which takes aim at the Ford F-150 Raptor. The truck features a 2-inch lift, 35-inch tires, and a twin-turbo inline-six with 540 hp. Pricing starts at $69,995 which means it undercuts the Raptor by $8,335. The Ram 1500 TRX was a modern-day dinosaur as it combined big power with awesome capability. It was glorious overkill and consumers fell in love.

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Shifting to a First-Party Data Strategy

AutoDealer Today

What automotive dealers should know about this approach to marketing.

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Five Cheapest New EVs In Q1 2024: All Under $41,000

Carscoops

The Nissan Leaf, Nissan Ariya, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Tesla Model 3, and Toyota bZ4X were the cheapest new EVs in America in Q1. Thanks to a combination of government and dealer incentives, consumers could buy these vehicles for less than $41,000. Falling new vehicle prices are pushing down used EV prices, making the technology cheaper for buyers, but more expensive for automakers.

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New Mini Aceman is electric Renault Clio rival

Autocar

The Aceman is priced from £31,800 with first deliveries due this autumn New model sits between Cooper and Countryman with passenger space given priority; hot JCW on the way The all-new Mini line-up has been completed with the reveal of the Aceman, a raised, Renault Clio -sized hatchback positioned between the Cooper and Countryman. The front-wheel-drive Aceman, a star of this week’s Beijing motor show , will be sold solely with an electric drivetrain and will be built alongside the electric vers

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Hopium Machina Hydrogen EV Looks Stunning, But Will It Reach Production?

Carscoops

The small French manufacturer had originally planned to begin production of the car in 2025. Late last year, Hopium switched its focus to the sale of hydrogen fuel cells. The Machina Vision has a claimed driving range of 620 miles. Little has been heard about France’s Hopium Machina Vision since it was unveiled in near production guise at the 2022 Paris Motor Show.

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2025 BMW i4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe refreshed with tweaks throughout

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , BMW , Electric , Luxury , Performance , Sedan Continue reading 2025 BMW i4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe refreshed with tweaks throughout 2025 BMW i4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe refreshed with tweaks throughout originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lamborghini Urus SE Is A 789 HP PHEV With A 37-Mile Range

Carscoops

Lamborghini has finally adding PHEV tech to the one car in its lineup that was crying out for a plug-in conversion. The Urus SE combines a 612 hp (620 PS) twin-turbo V8 combustion motor with a 189 hp (192 PS / 141 kW) electric motor housed inside the eight-speed transmission. That combination nets 789 hp (800 PS), making the SE the most powerful Urus available, and hurls the SUV to 62 mph (100 kmh) in 3.4 seconds.

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Introducing Our Vehicle Description Generator

Spidersnet

Captivating product descriptions are key to enticing potential car buyers. but we know that busy car dealers may not always have the hours in the day to write something with that kind of detail. With the launch of our automatic vehicle description writer, you can now craft compelling narratives that sell, all with a few clicks. Join us as we delve into the exciting features and capabilities of our innovative product, and how you can leverage it to make your day-to-day life a little bit easier.

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Fisker Faces Bankruptcy After Missing $8.4M Payment, Hires Restructuring Officer

Carscoops

Fisker missed a required interest payment worth $8.4 million, and says it is running low on cash. The company added that if it does not get debt relief, it may have to file for bankruptcy in the next 30 days. The EV startup has hired a chief restructuring officer as it looks ahead at a grim future. Fisker’s prospects for the year are grim, with the possibility looming that the company may not survive beyond 2025.

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Tesla accelerates production of more affordable electric cars

Autocar

New EV models will arrive soon, confirms company boss Elon Musk, promising more information on 8 August Tesla has reignited speculation that it will launch an affordable electric car, following reports that plans for an entry-level Tesla Model 2 had been scrapped. Speaking on the company’s first-quarter earnings call, boss Elon Musk suggested that more on the subject would be announced on 8 August this year.

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Stellantis Production Threatened As Judge Rejects Bid To Force Parts Supply

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Judge Michael Warren has ruled that Stellantis must pay its supplier to continue receiving transmission parts. The supplier, MacLean-Fogg, shut down Stellantis transmission production in March, following a dispute over the price of parts. Stellantis is engaged in three legal disputes with suppliers in the U.S., as it looks keep costs down. Stellantis’ attempt to force one of its suppliers to continue delivering parts while a legal dispute over price is worked out in the courts has been rej

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Report: Here's how far used Tesla prices have fallen in the past year

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Tesla , Used Car Buying , Electric Continue reading Report: Here's how far used Tesla prices have fallen in the past year Report: Here's how far used Tesla prices have fallen in the past year originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dodge Dealer In Kansas Accused Of Being a ‘Fraud Factory’ In Lawsuit

Carscoops

A new lawsuit filed against Olathe Dodge in Kansas alleges that it violated several consumer protection laws. It’s accused of adding on bogus charges, falsifying paystubs, and forcing customers to sign deceptive agreements. Similar accusations against a nearby Kia dealer resulted in a $14.8 million judgment. A Dodge dealer in Kansas is facing civil lawsuit alleging it ripped off customers.

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Ford Q1 earnings top expectations, sees full-year profit 'tracking to high-end'

Auto Blog

Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Ford Continue reading Ford Q1 earnings top expectations, sees full-year profit 'tracking to high-end' Ford Q1 earnings top expectations, sees full-year profit 'tracking to high-end' originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This Lancia Is A Delta HF Integrale In Hyena Clothing And It’s For Sale In The U.S.

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The Lancia Hyena by Zagato uses the bones of the Lancia Delta HF Integrale. This is one of just 24 ever made and is likely the only one in the USA. It’s up for sale through RM Sotheby’s with an asking price of $250,000. The Lancia Delta HF Integrale is a legend among automotive enthusiasts, but not everyone is a fan of the boxy hatchback bodywork.

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Off-road concept previews largest Smart ever

CarExpert

Smart has revealed a rugged off-road concept version of its forthcoming #5 mid-size crossover at this year’s Beijing motor show. The Geely and Mercedes-Benz co-owned carmaker has confirmed the series production version of this concept car will be revealed in the second half of this year. The Smart #5 will the brand’s largest vehicle ever and slot above the existing #1 and #3 crossovers.

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579 HP Quad-Motor Mercedes G580 EQ Can Outcrawl And Outwade The ICE G

Carscoops

This is the Mercedes G580 with EQ Technology, an all-electric version of Benz’s iconic off-roader and the the first Mercedes EV to employ the company’s new naming strategy. It comes with a four-motor electric drivetrain that makes 579 hp (588 PS / 432 kW) and can push it to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.7 seconds. But Mercedes says off-road performance was the rear priority and as a result the G580 EQ can outperform the traditional ICE-powered G-class in the rough.

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2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Lighter in weight, price and power vs TRX

Auto Blog

Filed under: RAM , Truck , Off-Road Vehicles , Performance Continue reading 2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Lighter in weight, price and power vs TRX 2025 Ram 1500 RHO: Lighter in weight, price and power vs TRX originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Talking Headlights? VW ID. Code Concept Gets Weird

Carscoops

The VW ID. Code is a sleek SUV concept with futuristic lighting units and a hidden interactive display on the front bumper. According to the VW CEO, the ID. Code gives “a first preview of the future of VW in China” both in terms of styling and technology. The concept will evolve into a production SUV offering for the Chinese market. Volkswagen revealed the new ID.

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Trade war tactics: How Volvo will land a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Volvo , Crossover , Electric Continue reading Trade war tactics: How Volvo will land a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores Trade war tactics: How Volvo will land a cheap Chinese EV on U.S. shores originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Apr 2024 08:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 Nissan Frontier Spied Hiding Mild Visual Tweaks

Carscoops

Two prototypes of the Nissan Frontier were spied testing on public roads with camouflage wrap covering most of their bodywork. Changes will include slightly revised grilles and new alloy wheel designs. The covered interior suggests a new digital cockpit for the midsize pickup. The third generation of the Nissan Frontier has been around unchanged since the 2022 model year, so the company is working on a facelift to better compete with newer rivals in the midsize pickup segment.