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Czinger 21C passes Rimac Nevera as quickest production car at Goodwood

Motor Authority

America's Czinger has set a new record for a production car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed's famous hillclimb event. A Czinger 21C hybrid hypercar finished in a striking shade known as Rattlesnake Green was piloted up the 1.16 mile hillclimb by Chris Ward in a time of 48.83 seconds. The run took place on Sunday, which was the final day of this.

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Used Sales Dipped in June

AutoDealer Today

CDK systems outage at least partly to blame. Cox foresees recovery this month.

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First ride: 2026 Polestar 5 performance sedan targets Tesla Model S

Motor Authority

Polestar's next new vehicle will be the 5 electric sedan Polestar has the Model S in its sights—and also, the Lucid Air Engineered in the U.K., the 5 has a bonded-aluminum body like those from Jaguar “We’re 80 percent done, but there’s more to do,” said Polestar’s Chris Baguley as he tossed a Polestar 5.

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China wholesales First Half 2024: BYD Qin Plus overtakes Tesla Model Y

Best Selling Cars Blog

The BYD Qin Plus is the best-selling vehicle in China over H1 2024. Data from the Chinese Association of Automobile Manufacturers shows Chinese wholesales stepping up 6.1% year-on-year over the First Half of 2024 to 14,047,000 units. Passenger Vehicles are up 6.3% to 11,979,000 while Commercial Vehicles climb 4.9% to 2,068,000. As for New Energy Vehicles, they are up 32% year-on-year to 4,944,000 (or 35.2% share) including 3,019,000 BEVs (+11.6%) and 1,922,000 PHEVs (+85.2%).

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First ride: Polestar 5 performance sedan targets Tesla Model S

Motor Authority

Polestar's next new vehicle will be the 5 electric sedan Polestar has the Model S in its sights—and also, the Lucid Air Engineered in the U.K., the 5 has a bonded-aluminum body like those from Jaguar “We’re 80 percent done, but there’s more to do,” said Polestar’s Chris Baguley as he tossed a Polestar 5.

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Frustrated Mirai Owners Sue Toyota Over Hydrogen Headaches

Carscoops

A lawsuit alleges that Toyota misled buyers about the ease of owning a Mirai. Owners claim they have to drive long distances to find a hydrogen refueling station. They also complain about lower-than-advertised driving range figures. A group of Toyota Mirai lessees and owners, apparently disillusioned with the reality of hydrogen car ownership, filed a class action lawsuit against the automaker.

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2025 Toyota GR86 gains updates, Hakone special edition

Motor Authority

The 2025 Toyota GR86 received updates for 2025 The Hakone special-edition GR86 returns for 2025 2025 Toyota GR86s will arrive in dealers this fall Toyota's GR86 sports car enters the 2025 model year with a raft of updates, including the return of the Hakone special-edition treatment that was last offered on the previous-generation 86. The special.

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Porsche 935 tribute made street-legal by Lanzante

Motor Authority

Porsche surprised the automotive world back in 2018 with the unveiling of a modern tribute of the iconic 935 race car, based on the chassis of a 991-generation 911 GT2 RS. Just 77 examples were built, all of them designed exclusively for the track. However, at least two owners have called on British motorsports and engineering company Lanzante to.

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Fiat 500 hybrid gets second generation as drivers "turn back" on EVs

Autocar

New 500 Ibrida will use adapted version of 500e's platform; move secures combustion model's future Fiat ’s decision to create a new petrol-engined 500 was driven by older drivers shunning electric cars , boss Olivier François has said. Last month, the Italian brand confirmed the new 500 Ibrida will arrive by early 2026, securing a long-term future for its big-selling ICE city car.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz Maybach SL-Class spied for first time

Motor Authority

An ultra luxurious Maybach version of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is on the way The Mercedes-Benz Maybach SL is expected to debut in 2025 A Mythos series of coachbuilt Mercedes will also join the lineup, which will lead to an SL speedster Engineers from Mercedes-Benz have been spotted testing a Maybach version of the SL-Class convertible, which is.

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Ian Cameron, Rolls' renaissance man, remembered

Autocar

Steve Cropley remembers Ian Cameron – the man who led the Rolls-Royce design renaissance that created the seminal Phantom Ian Cameron, the former Rolls-Royce design chief who, to the horror of the entire car world, died aged 74 on Friday in a knife attack and apparent robbery at his home in Bavaria, will always be remembered with respect and admiration for the way he led the Rolls-Royce design renaissance that created the seminal Phantom limousine in 2003.

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A beginner’s guide to the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Motor Authority

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a hill climb, but much more Goodwood Festival of Speed gets a theme each year The weather at the Goodwood Festival of Speed can change on a dime Auto enthusiasm spreads far beyond our borders. It’s a worldwide phenomenon, with car shows, races for old cars and new, gatherings, and clubs anywhere you go. The.

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Jaguar to axe I-Pace and E-Pace SUVs, leaving just F-Pace in line-up

Autocar

Brand had already pulled production of Castle Bromwich-made XE, XF and F-Type models in June JLR will axe all Jaguar models apart from the F-Pace ahead of the marque’s reinvention as an EV-only luxury brand. That means the E-Pace and electric I-Pace, both assembled by Magna Steyr in Austria, will now be withdrawn, following on from the Castle Bromwich-made XE, XF and F-Type, which were pulled from production in June.

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New Porsche Panamera flagship laps the 'Ring in 7:24

Motor Authority

The Porsche Panamera set a Nürburgring lap time The Panamera that lapped the 'Ring was a version that hasn't been announced yet The unreleased Panamera that set the latest 'Ring time might be a hybrid A new generation of the Porsche Panamera hatchback arrived in the spring as a 2024 model, though not every version has been released. There's a.

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Dead: Jaguar XE, XF, F-Type, E-Pace, And I-Pace

Motor 1

The F-Pace is the sole surviving model.

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 9 enters three-row EV race in 2024

Motor Authority

The Hyundai Ioniq 9 will arrive in 2024 as a three-row electric SUV The Ioniq 9 will share its platform, powertrain, and packaging with the Kia EV9 The Hyundai Ioniq 9 will sit alongside the three-row Palisade in dealer showrooms Hyundai has confirmed that its electric three-row crossover SUV will debut later this year. The debut date was listed.

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Congratulations to Aurore LENTZ, July's Member of the Month! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Specialist at TOYOTA MOTOR EUROPE NV/SA

Women Automotive Network

Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? Women are often invisibilized in our industry, so the WAN is a great opportunity to shed light on role models who share their powerful and inspiring success stories. I also really appreciate being able to connect with like-minded individuals who have an interest in and understand the paramount importance of accelerating DE&I efforts in automotive.

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Thoughts on Success

AutoDealer Today

Portfolio expert, writer and speaker shares insight on how to propel business through the right mindset.

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EVs Cost Less Overall Than ICE Cars In 48 of 50 States, Study Finds

Carscoops

EVs cost less over a five-year ownership period in all but two US states, despite higher initial purchase price, a JD Power study says. Only in Maine and West Virginia is it more cost effective to run a combustion-powered car. EV drivers in some states will save more than $9,000 over five years by picking EV over ICE. The higher purchase price of an EV is sometimes cited as a reason why more people don’t switch to electric power.

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Texas, California, Pennsylvania Dealers Get Service Props

AutoDealer Today

AAA names them among its dozen top auto repair providers in the U.S.

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Frustrated Stellantis Dealers Call For Changes After Sales Disaster

Carscoops

Stellantis dealers have asked the firm’s CEO for help to boost flagging sales. Dealers complain of insufficient allocation of some models and want to discuss pricing strategy. Half-year sales were down 16 percent despite the market growing by 2.2 percent. Stellantis dealers have called on their CEO to help them battle sluggish demand and falling share in a market that is growing overall.

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The Value of Shop Retention

AutoDealer Today

Discover why retaining existing customers is crucial for your parts department's success. This whitepaper highlights the cost-effectiveness and profitability of customer retention, revealing that loyal customers spend significantly more than new ones and require fewer resources to maintain. Learn how targeted retention strategies can drive your parts sales and achieve your revenue goals.

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Rimac Nevera Loses Fastest Production Road Car Record at Goodwood

Motor 1

The record has been improved by nearly half a second.

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New Hyundai Palisade drops camo, photos show boxy shape for 2025+

Auto Blog

Filed under: Rumormill , Spy Photos , Hyundai , Crossover , SUV , Future Vehicles Continue reading New Hyundai Palisade drops camo, photos show boxy shape for 2025+ New Hyundai Palisade drops camo, photos show boxy shape for 2025+ originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai Confirms 3-Row Ioniq SUV For 2024, And This Is It

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Hyundai confirms it will launch three-row Ioniq electric SUV ‘later’ in 2024 for MY25. Carscoops reader snaps the same vehicle, almost certainly to be called Ioniq 7, testing in Las Vegas. Ioniq 5, Santa Cruz and Tucson are facelifted or updated; remaining vehicles carried over unchanged. Talk about perfect timing. On the same day Hyundai got in touch to announce it would finally be launching its hotly anticipated three-row Ioniq SUV later this year, a reader emailed with pictures of

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Chinese EV brands could fall like dominos as price wars cut profits

CarExpert

A price war in China between its massive – and growing – number of electric vehicle (EV) brands looks set to end with mass closures, according to automotive industry experts. Bloomberg reports consultancy firm Alixpartners has found just 19 of the 137 EV brands currently operating in China could be profitable by 2030, putting the 85-plus per cent of carmakers outside of that bubble in a tricky position.

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Dodge Charger Daytona And Jeep EVs Come With Free Charger Or $600 Charging Credit

Carscoops

Stellantis is giving EV buyers the option of choosing between a free Level 2 charger or $600 in charging credits. The incentive will be available on the Dodge Charger Daytona, Fiat 500e, Jeep Wagoneer S, Jeep Recon, and Ram 1500 REV. The company has also launched a new Free2move Charge website and app to support their electrification efforts. Stellantis has an assortment of electric vehicles on the horizon and they’re trying to entice customers with a new incentive package.

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Porsche's Fastest Panamera Just Broke a Nürburgring Record

Motor 1

A time of 7:24 comes courtesy of ultra-sticky tires, a new aero package, and the company's trick active ride suspension.

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Tesla Cybertruck’s Door Button Design Sends Man To Hospital For Stitches

Carscoops

A Cybertruck owner says that a mishap sent his father-in-law to the emergency room. Seven stitches and a splint later, the man is okay but there’s a potential safety issue. The area where the door button rests can also end up being a pinch point. The Tesla Cybertruck has received a lot of flack from people for its alleged safety dangers. Most of these folks seem upset at how boxy it is without realizing that basically every modern SUV and truck is similarly sized and dangerous.

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Inside JLR’s battle for ‘wallet share’ against posh sofa makers

Autocar

The V8-powered Defender Octa embodies JLR's effort to sell more low-volume, high-price cars Luxury 4x4s, especially Range Rovers, have moved far enough upmarket to compete with exclusive furniture Autocar’s group tests compare models likely to be shopped together. Jaguar Land Rover , however, has a suggestion: rather than a Mercedes , a sofa would be more relevant.

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Nissan Altima VC Turbo Reportedly Axed For 2025 As Sedan Enters Penultimate Year

Carscoops

Nissan’s Altima SR VC Turbo will be missing from the sedan’s 2025 lineup, a source claims. The high-performance sedan was the only Altima to use a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine instead of a naturally aspirated 2.5 motor. Nissan will reportedly axe the entire Altima line after 2026, though the automaker hasn’t yet confirmed the decision.

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From triumph to tumult: A brief history of Fisker

Autocar

The Karma was an aluminium-spaceframed saloon had two electric motors at the rear We look at the recently-bankrupted firm and its turbulent history, from pretty GT cars to the iconic Karma saloon Nascent electric car maker Fisker has gone bankrupt. That’s a headline from last month – and from a decade ago - because its eponymous founder has suffered the exact same fate twice over.

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New Zeekr 7X Wants To Take Down The Tesla Model Y

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The new SUV is underpinned by the same SEA platform as the 007 sedan. Zeekr will sell the 7X with a 75 kWh LFP battery and a 100 kWh NMC battery. No range details have been announced at this stage. The Zeekr brand from Geely is one of the more compelling brands launched in China in recent years, and after taking the fight to the Tesla Model 3 with the compelling 007 sedan, Zeekr has now set its sights on the Tesla Model Y with the new 7X.

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2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ comes loaded; pricing starts where promised

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Cadillac , SUV , Electric , Luxury , Performance Continue reading 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ comes loaded; pricing starts where promised 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ comes loaded; pricing starts where promised originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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VW To Postpone Launch Of Next-Gen EVs Due To Software Problems

Carscoops

VW Group’s subsidiary Cariad reportedly faces challenges with the software development for the upcoming SSP architecture. This is expected to cause a delay in future EV launches by Volkswagen, and possibly other brands. Insider sources confirm that the debut of the VW ID.4 successor has been postponed to 2029. Volkswagen seems to be having a hard time with the software of the upcoming SSP (Scalable System Platform) architecture.

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Tesla Model 3 recalled over Australian rules breach

CarExpert

Tesla has recalled the 2019 and 2020 Model 3 sedan to fix a problem with the seat occupancy switch – but owners won’t need to return to a showroom or service centre to have their car fixed. “Due to an issue with driver seat occupancy switch, the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate the visual and audible seat belt warnings in certain conditions as required by the Australian Design Rules (ADR),” the recall notice says “If the driver is not made aware of an unfastened

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This Rare Toyota Celica GT-Four RC Could Be The Perfect Restoration Project

Carscoops

An example of the rare JDM homologation special spent over 14 years parked next to a UK home. Moss and some rust have covered the bodywork. The interior and mechanical components are in better condition than expected. The Toyota Celica GT-Four is a desirable classic, with the ST185 generation having aged gracefully since its debut in 1989. A rare example of the fifth-gen homologation special appeared on sale in the UK, after being neglected for a long time.

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