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Colombia September 2024: Toyota Corolla Cross back in charge, market up 9.8%

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota Corolla Cross is the best-selling vehicle in Colombia in September. The Colombian new vehicle market jumps 9.8% year-on-year in September to 17,144 units. However September 2023 was off -34.7% on the year prior which means this month is the 2nd lowest September result in the past 10 years. The year-to-date tally tilts into positive as a result at +0.7% to 135,463.

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Feisty Fiat 600e Abarth debuts with up to 278 hp

Motor Authority

Fiat 600e Abarth revealed Electric subcompact crossover comes in Touring and Scorpionissima versions Scorpionissima packs 278 hp, making it most powerful Abarth road car The Fiat 600e electric subcompact crossover that went on sale last year in select markets has spawned a feisty Abarth variant. Revealed in full on Monday, the new Fiat 600e Abarth.

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Slovakia September 2024: Skoda Fabia repeats at #1, Skoda Kodiaq and VW Tiguan surge

Best Selling Cars Blog

VW Tiguan sales are up 77.4% year-on-year. 6,521 new cars hit Slovak roads in September, a -4.9% year-on-year drop that tilts the year-to-date tally into negative territory at -0.3% to 67,589. Skoda (-0.5%) is stable and improves its share to 21.1% vs. 20.4% so far this year. Kia (+4%) is strong, repeating at #2 and now ranking #3 year-to-date. Toyota (-28.1%) struggles mightily at #3 but Volkswagen (+27.1%) surges ahead at #4.

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Scout plans a third model, and a 2-door convertible SUV is on the radar

Motor Authority

New EV brand Scout launches with Terra pickup and Traveler SUV Third model in the works but timing uncertain Scout spokesman said company open to two-door SUV with removable roof Volkswagen Group's new U.S.-based rugged EV brand Scout Motors showed its first products last week in the form of the Terra pickup truck and Traveler SUV, both inspired.

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Electric Toyota HiLux lands in Australia

CarExpert

The Toyota HiLux has gone electric with factory backing, but you won’t find this battery-powered dual-cab in Australian showrooms any time soon. Toyota Australia has today announced it will supply its all-electric HiLux – officially named the HiLux BEV (battery-electric vehicle) prototype – to mining giant BHP for a 12-month trial, starting in November.

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First Drive: 2025 Ram 1500 RHO dials a baja brute up to 10

Motor Authority

I’m in the driver’s seat of the 2025 Ram 1500 RHO—the off-road-focused flagship of the Ram lineup—in the dirt, and being invited to get as sideways as I feel comfortable with. Further, I’m feeling stoked to be sampling its signature Baja drive mode on a course that Stellantis engineers say really showcases this.

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First pictures of reinvented 2025 Nissan Leaf crossover

Autocar

The third-generation electric family car is a UK-built baby Ariya that will major on efficiency The third-generation Nissan Leaf has been spotted testing for the first time ahead of production getting under way in Sunderland next year. Morphing from hatchback to crossover, the next Leaf is one of three electric SUVs – alongside replacements for the Nissan Juke and Qashqai – due to start running down the lines at Nissan’s UK factory by the end of the decade.

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JLR faces ongoing supply issues - a year after apologies

Autocar

Repair backlog and parts availability remain a problem for customers, despite assurances Almost a year since JLR apologised for severe parts delays and promised improvements at its new logistics hub, customers are still experiencing issues. Last November, JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said the firm was “really unhappy” about problems at its then new Global Parts Logistics Centre in Leicestershire.

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Brabus Rocket GTS is an AMG SL shooting brake packing 986 hp

Motor Authority

Brabus Rocket GTS shooting brake is based AMG SL 63 S E Performance Plug-in hybrid powertrain delivers 986 hp and 1,195 lb-ft of torque Production limited to 25 units Brabus is a German tuning company known for its powerful yet conservatively styled builds. Every now and then, though, the company takes a trip on the wild side, and this time one of.

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Kia rated top franchise in NFDA Dealer Attitude Survey

Motor Trader

Kia has emerged once again as the franchise most rated by dealers in the latest NFDA dDealer Attitude Survey It achieved highest overall manufacturer rating for Summer 2024 with a rating of 9.3/10. The lowest overall manufacturer rating is Citroen with 3.4/10. Jaguar saw the most significant improvement in ratings compared to the Winter 2024 survey, with an increase of 2.3 points.

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Carlos Sainz cruises to victory at 2024 F1 Mexican Grand Prix

Motor Authority

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz won the 2024 Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix McLaren leads the Constructors' Champion Reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing leads the Drivers' Championship Just a week on from its win at the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Ferrari has followed up with another win at this past weekend's Mexican Grand.

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The Secret to Successful Software Adoption in Dealerships

AutoSuccessOnline

Automotive dealerships are constantly inundated with new tools and software that promise to revolutionize their operations. From CRM systems to inventory management tools, the technology landscape for dealerships is vast and often overwhelming. Yet, despite the promises of increased efficiency and higher profits, many dealerships find themselves burned by software that complicates their workflows rather than simplifies them.

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Abarth 600e brings 278bhp and 124mph top speed for £42k

Autocar

Hypnotic Purple paint is exclusive to the Scorpionissima version Hotter version of Fiat’s small electric crossover gets power boost, reworked chassis and aggressive styling The full-fat 278bhp version of the Abarth 600e will cost £41,975 when UK order books open next month. The Fiat performance brand's Ford Puma ST rival borrows its single-motor electric powertrains from the closely related Alfa Romeo Junior.

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Porsche Realizes Rich People Still Want Gas Cars

Motor 1

It admits EV adoption is not satisfying. In response, it'll invest in ICE.

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September Brings Car Insurance Reprieve

AutoDealer Today

Study finds overall average rate steady across the country, though some states suffered large increases.

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Stellantis to Pause Production of Durango, Grand Cherokee Amid Slow Sales

Motor 1

Workers at the Detroit Assembly Complex Jefferson will be off the job for a few days.

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Brands Ranked on Hyper-Loyal Followers

AutoDealer Today

A few stand out when it comes to the submarket of owners who keep their cars a very long time.

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Porsche 911 GT3 has two years left without hybrid or turbo

Autocar

Next-generation GT3 could switch to a variation of the hybrid system used by the new 911 GTS The 4.0-litre engine is one of just two from the German car maker not to feature forced induction or a hybrid element The Porsche 911 GT3 ’s 503bhp naturally aspirated flat six has only around two years left on sale without being turbocharged or electrified, according to Porsche GT boss Andreas Preuninger.

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2026 Nissan Leaf Makes Spy Shot Debut With New Mini-Ariya SUV Coupe Body

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A prototype of the third-generation Nissan Leaf was spotted on public roads. The new model adopts a coupe-crossover bodystyle, unlike its hatchback predecessors. The EV is expected to debut in 2025, sharing its underpinnings with the Nissan Ariya. Nissan is finally getting ready to unveil the all-new third-generation Leaf, with a heavily camouflaged prototype making its spy debut in Europe.

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AC Ace goes electric with 300bhp and 1134kg kerb weight

Autocar

Ace Electric uses gearbox maker Tremec's 'V8 replacement' motor and battery package Reborn 1950s roadster gains EV option that weighs little more than its petrol-engined sibling AC Cars has unveiled an electric version of its Ace roadster that tips the scales at just 1134kg, making it one of the lightest open-top EVs on sale. The single-motor MG Cyberster weighs 1885kg and the Wiesmann Project Thunderball is said to be just above 1700kg.

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Traver Connect Welcomes Joseph Clementi as Executive Vice President

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Traver Connect has announced the appointment of Joseph Clementi as executive vice president. Clementi, known as “Coach Joe,” brings nearly 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, focusing on leadership development, customer engagement and operational excellence. As Executive Vice President, Clementi will utilize his extensive experience in customer-facing roles to streamline Traver’s customer engagement strategies.

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Welcome To the New Motor1

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2025 Toyota LandCruiser review

CarExpert

It wasn’t that long ago that if you got a Toyota LandCruiser Sahara , you were getting the top-dog SUV from the Japanese brand. Then, things changed with the 300 Series of 2021. The Sahara got shuffled down, to the point where there are actually two LandCruiser grades sitting above it in price. Those variants, the GR Sport and Sahara ZX, are only available with five seats so the Sahara does at least have the title of fanciest seven-seat LandCruiser (though as has been the case for decades,

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Things Are Sounding Grim at Volkswagen

Motor 1

Volkswagen could close three factories in Germany and lay off tens of thousands of employees.

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Porsche Confirms New 911 Turbo Hybrid Coming Next Year

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Porsche has confirmed the next 911 Turbo will start production in the second half of 2025. CFO Lutz Meschke said the Turbo will feature the hybrid system like the one already fitted to the facelifted 992.2 GTS, meaning it won’t be a PHEV. Meschke also told investors that the non-hybrid Carrera S would begin rolling out of the Zuffenhausen plant in the first half of 2025.

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Scout Is Already Planning a Third Model—And It Could Be for Enthusiasts

Motor 1

A two-door Scout with a removable roof? It’s not out of the question.

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Roewe D7 PHEV Covers A Record-Breaking 1,372 Miles Without Refuelling Or Recharging

Carscoops

The Roewe D7 DMH was driven 1,372 miles (2,208 km) on a single tank of gas and a full battery charge. The model earned a spot in the Guinness World Records for the longest range among PHEVs. The route included crossing a desert and climbing a mountain, proving the powertrain’s efficiency. Chinese automakers have stepped up the game in terms of PHEVs and EREVs, promising impressive figures for their combined range.

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The Porsche 911 Turbo Hybrid Is Coming In 2025

Motor 1

Much like the GTS, it will use battery cells from Varta.

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20 New Honda Civic Type Rs Among 45 Cars Stolen In $1.3M Australian Port Heist

Carscoops

The brazen heist was allegedly perpetrated by two men and two women. One suspect has been charged in connection with the theft. Police have so far recovered 21 of the 45 vehicles that were stolen. A group of thieves made off with AU$2 million (US$1.3 million) worth of shiny, brand-new vehicles from a holding yard in Port Melbourne, Australia, last week, including a haul of 20 FL5 Honda Civic Type Rs.

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Volkswagen to close three factories and cut jobs in major costs plan

Autocar

Restructuring of German giant includes 10% salary reduction for all staff and two-year pay freeze The Volkswagen works council has outlined cost-cutting plans that threaten to reshape the company's operations in Germany. In a meeting today, council chair Daniela Cavallo told workers the company’s board plans to shutter at least three of Volkswagen’s 10 German production facilities, while reducing capacity at the others, asserting: "None are safe!

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Tesla Wants Automakers To Adopt Its New 48V Charge Connector The Way They Did With NACS

Carscoops

Tesla just announced what it’s calling the Low-Voltage Connector Standard (LVCS). It enables the brand to save money by making some 90 percent of electrical connections uniform. The automaker believes that other brands should also adopt the standard like they did with NACS. There is no question that Tesla revolutionized the automotive market. Now, it’s trying to push it even further by adopting a new standardized electrical connector.

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Volkswagen set to close three factories and cut jobs in major costs plan

Autocar

Restructure includes 10% salary reduction for all staff and two-year pay freeze The Volkswagen works council has outlined cost-cutting plans that threaten to reshape the brand’s operations in Germany. In a meeting today, Daniela Cavallo, the chair of the Volkswagen works council, told workers the company’s board plans to shutter at least three of Volkswagen’s 10 German production facilities, while reducing capacity at the others, asserting: "None are safe!

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Want A Ferrari F80? Dealer’s Asking $2.3 Million Over MSRP

Carscoops

Will someone be willing to pay a $2.3 million premium to secure an F80 allocation? The F80’s predecessor – the iconic LaFerrari – was significantly rarer and capped at just 399 units. It appears Ferrari had no issues selling all 799 examples of the F80 hybrid hypercar, recently confirming the entire production run had been accounted for before its public unveiling.

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Audi Q2

Autocar

Audi’s long-lived SUV entry point has proved to be a sales success, but is its age now counting against it? Since it went on sale in 2016 the Audi Q2 has been not just a gateway to its SUV line-up, for many owners it’s the first model they’ve chosen from the upmarket brand. That's relatively long by modern standards, and the Q2's life cycle is good news for second-hand buyers as it’s given prices of older examples plenty of time to fall.

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Ford’s Q3 Shows Mixed Bag As Revenues Climb, But Income Drops

Carscoops

Ford has revealed mixed third quarter results as revenue was up, but net income was down. The company’s electric vehicle unit continues to struggle and their results were weighed down by the cancellation of three-row SUVs. CEO Jim Farley is upbeat about the future and said the automaker has a “significant financial upside.” Third quarter earnings continue to trickle in and the latest come from Ford , which revealed revenues of $46.2 billion and a net income of $0.9 billion.

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2025 Audi A5 review

CarExpert

In 1994 Audi launched an all-new replacement for its compact BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class competitor, the 80, and gave it a new name, A4. Fast forward-precisely 30 years and the A4 has become the A5 , available in both sedan (liftback) and wagon (‘Avant’) body styles. Piping-hot RS5 flagships are likely to join the new S5 variants (read our review here ), but replacements for the existing A5 coupe and convertible are not expected.

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Mazda EZ-6 Electric Sedan With 808-Mile Range Extender Starts At $19,600 In China

Carscoops

Mazda has launched the EZ-6 in China, which is the spiritual successor to the Mazda6. The model features electric and range-extended powertrains producing up to 255 hp. The EZ-6 comes nicely equipped and the fully electric variant has a range in excess of 373 miles. When Mazda introduced the EZ-6 at the Beijing Auto Show, they kept things frustratingly vague.

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