August, 2024

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Hyundai Santa Fe

Autocar

Modernised SUV brings all-new design and a tech-filled interior in a bid to impress UK buyers With the ever-growing number of SUVs on sale in the UK, it seems that finding one that really stands out is more important than ever. It’s here where Hyundai hopes the new Santa Fe will capitalise.On unveiling the Mk5 Hyundai Santa Fe, its chief designer SangYup Lee talked about how much of a "big change" the model was over its predecessor, and how "outdoors culture" had become more mainstream, which he

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Korea Moves To Ban EVs With Fully Charged Batteries From Parking Garages

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Strict new parking regulations for EVs are due to come into effect by the end of September. The rules come just weeks after a Mercedes-Benz EQE caught fire in the parking area of an apartment complex. EV experts say there’s no evidence EVs with fully charged batteries pose a greater fire risk. Authorities in Seoul are so concerned with the risk of EVs catching fire that they are preparing new rules that will prevent those with a battery charged over 90% from entering underground parking ga

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Experts say Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system is dangerous

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Tesla , Driving , Safety , Technology , Autonomous Vehicles Continue reading Experts say Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system is dangerous Experts say Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving' system is dangerous originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 31 Aug 2024 11:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lamborghini seized from unemployed man with ‘unexplained wealth’

CarExpert

New South Wales police have seized a Lamborghini supercar, a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and two Rolex watches from a Sydney man, alleging links to organised crime. An investigation into “the unexplained wealth of individuals with alleged links to organised crime networks” was launched by NSW State Crime Command’s Organised Crime Squad detectives and the NSW Crime Commission in May.

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‘Convenient and affordable’: Ausgrid to roll out kerbside EV chargers on power poles

Drive.com

New South Wales electricity distributor Ausgrid wants to make electric car charging easier and cheaper for all with its kerbside EV chargers. Sponsored by Ausgrid The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is upon us – and there’s much to look forward to. Your future car will do away with a complicated combustion engine, replacing it with a simple electric motor.

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Haigh backs low traffic zones in pursuit of 50 per cent target for walking and riding

Auto Express

Transport secretary pledges councils will be fully supported if they choose to launch Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

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JLR will reinvent Discovery to take it out of Defender's shadow

Autocar

Reborn sixth-generation SUV will emphasise a “family adventure” focus, and is tipped for ICE and EV JLR will reinvent the ailing Discovery brand for its sixth generation by repositioning it in its own “unique territory” and moving it away from its Defender sibling, which has been “cannibalising” sales. The current Discovery has been on sale since 2017, making it the oldest model in the Land Rover stable.

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This is VP candidate Tim Walz's 1970 International Harvester Scout

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Filed under: Government/Legal Continue reading This is VP candidate Tim Walz's 1970 International Harvester Scout This is VP candidate Tim Walz's 1970 International Harvester Scout originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 6 Aug 2024 12:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Finally: Hyundai Confirms the N Vision 74 for Production

Automotive News

The wedge-shaped supercar will be one of 21 electric models launched by the Korean automaker by 2030.

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Dealership Sells Family With Daughter In Need Of Organ Transplant A Van Held Together With Black Paint And Putty

Jalopnik

A family is looking for answers after spending thousands of dollars on a used wheelchair-accessible van for their daughter that ended up bricking itself in their driveway soon after it was purchased. Now, the Geibel family says they’re stuck with an $11,000 repair bill on a Chrysler Town & Country they’ve barely used. Read more.

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Roads abroad are better than ours in almost every way, say UK drivers

Auto Express

Six-out-of-ten UK drivers rate foreign roads as better than at home - but our road signs are easier to understand

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BMW overtakes Tesla in European electric car market

Autocar

BMW sold 14,869 electric cars across Europe last month German brand sold 308 more EVs than its American rival in July as Model Y and Model 3 sales slipped BMW has for the first time overtaken Tesla in the European electric car market. The German brand delivered 14,869 new EVs in Europe last month, 308 more than its American rival. Tesla experienced a slump in Europe in July, with registrations of its Model Y SUV falling by 16% to 9544 and those of its Model 3 saloon falling by 17% to 4694.

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Lexus Says Improved Body Rigidity Key To Matching German Driving Dynamics

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Engineers have added front, mid, and rear support braces to all current Lexus models. Akio Toyoda has pushed the firm to establish a unified driving signature across its range. Significant chassis enhancements are easier to make during full lifecycle changes. Lexus believes it has unlocked the secret that will allow its new vehicles to match the dynamics of its German rivals, and it all comes down to body rigidity.

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GM must face big class action over faulty transmissions

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , GM Continue reading GM must face big class action over faulty transmissions GM must face big class action over faulty transmissions originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 29 Aug 2024 17:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Porsche Says EVs Would Be Worse with Fake Gear Changes

Automotive News

Simulation is unnecessary because Porsche still sells cars with combustion engines and real gear changes.

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Tesla's Optimus Robot Can't Even Compete At Trade Shows

Jalopnik

Elon Musk recently decided that Tesla is not a car company. It’s a robotics company, and the cars are simply there to pay the bills until folks start spending literally infinite money on bipedal robots. Essentially, Musk has bet Tesla’s future on this one slow robot — and it seems that robot is having trouble keeping… Read more.

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New Nilu27 NILU holds bonkers hypercar full house: 1,000bhp+ V12, manual gearbox and gullwing doors

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The NILU’s creator is the former head of design for Koenigsegg and Bugatti, and may need a lie down in a darkened room.

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New-look Tesla Model Y: 2025 overhaul adds power, range and tech

Autocar

Early images of the revised Model Y have informed our artist's renders World's best-selling car will be rejuvenated to fend off cheaper and leggier rivals The Tesla Model Y, the world’s best-selling car, will be substantially updated in 2025 with a new look, an interior overhaul and substantially improved performance figures. The SUV’s immense success makes it Tesla’s most important asset and the American EV maker will look to leverage it in an attempt to move out of a prolonged sales dip, durin

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Native Google Maps Won’t Work On New GM Cars Without $300 Subscription

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GM uses Google Built-In software on many new infotainment systems. However, it’s only offering features like native navigation through a subscription. For now, users can still leverage Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Heads up shoppers, those interested in a General Motors product that includes Google Built-In better be ready for subscriptions.

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Aptly named Peace Vans ready to build the 2025 ID.Buzz you're looking for

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Filed under: Aftermarket , Design/Style , Volkswagen , Minivan/Van , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading Aptly named Peace Vans ready to build the 2025 ID.Buzz you're looking for Aptly named Peace Vans ready to build the 2025 ID.Buzz you're looking for originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Aug 2024 14:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Most Amazing Junkyard You've Ever Seen Is Going to Auction

Automotive News

This yard contains Porsches, Lamborghini Miuras, exceptionally rare 300 SL Gullwings, and a one-of-one pre-war Mercedes 500 K Coupe.

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You Can Just Peel Open A Cybertruck Like An Orange

Jalopnik

Tesla and its fans like to talk about how safe and impenetrable the Cybertruck is , but one cunning burglar proved them all wrong. He was able to pop one of the windows ajar and then peel the “ shatter-proof glass” wide open. Despite this unauthorized breach, the Cybertruck never alerted the owner of the break-in. Read more.

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New Volkswagen Transporter unveiled with a friendly face and more load space

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The new T7 Transporter will be available with a wide selection of diesel, plug-in hybrid and pure-electric powertrains

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Electric Nissan GT-R primed for solid-state battery tech

Autocar

Nissan sports car tipped to be first EV to use new battery tech in 2028 Solid-state batteries are the next big advance set to come from Nissan – and its future sports cars could be the models that benefit the most. The firm is currently developing a new pilot line for solid-state batteries at its facility in Yokohama, Japan, and its target is to launch series-production EVs using the technology by 2028.

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EV Sales Drop 37% In Germany In July, With More Buyers Choosing ICE

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Germany recorded 30,762 EV registrations in July 2024, representing a 36.8 percent drop compared to July 2023. The EV share in Europe’s biggest market fell to 12.9%, from 20% in a year, following the government’s decision to cut subsidies. Other markets like Sweden and Switzerland also saw a decline in EV sales. Sales of fully electric cars in Germany plummeted 37 percent in July 2024 compared to the same month last year.

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Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla Continue reading Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lotus Isn't Doing Well, Guys

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Despite a big increase in deliveries, Lotus Tech suffered a net loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in the second quarter of 2024.

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Texas Will Pour Billions More Into Pointless Freeway Expansions That Just Don't Work

Jalopnik

The Texas Transportation Commission just approved billions in highway expansion spending for the state, setting a new record. If you’re Texan and had any hope of major transit infrastructure expansions, you’re sadly out of luck. Read more.

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BYD is the most daringly ambitious car manufacturer in the world right now

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Mike Rutherford thinks Chinese car makers like BYD are about to step up into the premium car club

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Caterham creates separate company to fund Project V EV

Autocar

CEO Bob Laishley tells Autocar the electric sports coupé is “progressing”, with prototypes expected soon Caterham has created a separate company, funded by investors, to finance its Project V electric coupé, CEO Bob Laishley has revealed. Speaking on Autocar’s latest My Week In Cars podcast, released today, Laishley said the EV, due to be unveiled in 2026, falls under a separate firm called Caterham Evo, because “the meagre profits we make from selling Sevens” won’t fund its development.

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Hundreds Of Brand-New Teslas Roasting Under The Florida Sun In Overgrown Field

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Hundreds of brand-new Teslas were spotted in Florida, surrounded by overgrown grass. The VINs indicate that most vehicles were manufactured between April and May 2024. A local service center reportedly confirmed that this lot is feeding the new Model 3 inventory. Hundreds of Teslas parked in an overgrown field might seem like a scene from a post-apocalyptic movie, but it’s happening right now in the US.

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FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads

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Filed under: Celebrities , Government/Legal , Auto Repair , Insurance , Ownership Continue reading FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 4 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Acura Integra Type S HRC Prototype Is Way Lighter Than the Standard Car

Automotive News

Acura is previewing a line of performance parts for the Integra Type S, including a monster wing. We want it now.

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Three Tesla Cybertruck Owners Are Driving From Florida To The Arctic Circle And Already Having Problems

Jalopnik

As a big Arctic and Antarctic exploration nerd, I can tell you with confidence that that s**t is hard. A few guys on Twitter are making the trip to the Arctic circle purposefully more difficult by trying to complete the trip in Tesla Cybertrucks and, honestly, they kinda rock for the attempt. Read more.

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New BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe leaked: sleek 1 Series cousin returns

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The 2 Series Gran Coupe will gain the same visual tweaks as the facelifted BMW 1 Series

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Land Rover revives classic Defender V8 for £190,000

Autocar

Defender by Works Bespoke is powered by the 'AJ' V8 in 5.0-litre naturally aspirated guise. Legendary 4x4 is brought up to date with reworked suspension and interior, plus tech upgrade Land Rover has revealed an official restomod for the classic Defender , turning the legendary 4x4 into a bona fide rival for the Mercedes G-Class. Produced by Land Rover’s Works Bespoke division, it promises to modernise the classic Defender as far as it is possible to, with a reworked chassis, interior and exteri

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Thief Peels Open Cybertruck’s ‘Armored’ Window Like A Tin Can

Carscoops

This burglar was able to snatch a backpack from the Tesla in just a matter of seconds. The owner of the Cybertruck is surprised the car’s Sentry Mode didn’t alert him to the theft. While the EV has an alarm, it is not triggered when a window is broken. The Tesla Cybertruck has been feverishly branded as a safe vehicle, but a recent video shows it’s far from thief-proof.

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