Motor Authority
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Honda and Nissan are discussing a merger that could be finalized in 2026 Mitsubishi has been invited to join the party Nissan, in particular, is struggling, and an insider recently warned the automaker only has 12–14 months to survive On Monday Honda and Nissan confirmed merger talks are underway with a signed agreement for timelines and a.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Mercedes GLA has a private ratio of 65.3% in November. Private sales in Germany are down -9.3% year-on-year to just 78,254 for a Private Sales ratio (PS) of 32% vs. 35.1% in November 2023. Year-to-date registrations are off -6.9% to 842,598 and 32.5% PS vs. 32.6% over the same period in 2023. The VW T-Roc repeats at #1 with a solid 45.2% PS while the Mercedes GLA ascends to 2nd place (65.3% PS), dislodging the VW Golf (24.6% PS).
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AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Settled election makes them optimistic despite lingering affordability issues.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 20, 2024
A Nissan-Honda merger doesn't really sound like a combination of the two companies, but an eventual complete takeover. The post Honda doesn’t want to buy Nissan, they want to kill it appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 27, 2024
Theres no indication anyone nefarious accessed the information before VW software provider Cariad patched the vulnerability.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 27, 2024
Sensitive information of 800,000 VW Group vehicle owners was found to be easily accessible online. EVs from VW, Audi, Seat, and Skoda were affected in Germany, Europe, and other parts of the world. The data breach was discovered by an anonymous whistleblower using freely accessible software. Many people worry about hackers stealing their personal data, but sometimes, the worst breaches come not from shadowy cybercriminals but straight from the companies we trust.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 2, 2024
The Jaguar Design Vision Concept is set to debut during 2024 Miami Art Week The striking concept previews the first in a trio of ultra-luxury Jaguar EVs The production model will launch in 2025, with deliveries starting the following year Jaguar is on a mission to transform into a much more exclusive brand, offering a trio of ultra-luxury electric.
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AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Various conditions combined to pull consumers from the sidelines.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The 2024 Lexus RC-F Track Edition aims to separate the poseurs from the real ones by keeping it old school in good (and bad) ways. The post The Lexus RC-F Track Edition bullies the bullies appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Time’s up for atmo-V8-engined, rear-driven, manual-shift muscle cars, right? Wrong, says seventh-generation 'Stang With large-capacity performance cars dropping like flies in Europe, it comes as a pleasant surprise to tell you that the Ford Mustang is back for another round.And it arrives on these shores not as an item of near-contraband, attainable only via third-party importation.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 30, 2024
A Tesla Cybertruck dent repair quoted at $3,000 was fixed for $25 using a suction cup. The stainless steel door panels require costly blending, even though the truck has no paint. Many dents can be repaired affordably with DIY tools instead of paying high repair shop fees. Replacing body panels can drain your wallet faster than a holiday shopping spree, but sometimes there’s a much cheaper and easier fix hiding in plain sight.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Recaro Automotive is a major supplier of car seats, particularly for performance applications. However, the German company ran into hard times earlier this year, including filing for bankruptcy protection in July. Fast forward to today, and a new investor has stepped in and plans to take control of the company. As first reported by Piston Heads on.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 13, 2024
The Leon helps lift Cupra to new heights in Austria. 19,096 new cars hit Austrian roads in November, a modest 1% year-on-year rise. This leads to a year-to-date tally up 5.2% to 232,100. This month Volkswagen (+11.5%) reclaims the brands top spot off Skoda (+5.3%), with both manufacturers outpacing the market. BMW (-14.5%) struggles at #3 ahead of strong Audi (+19.4%) and Mercedes (+5.6%).
AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Fatalities fell in more than a dozen categories in the first six months of this year.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Capable, comfortable, and all-around excellent, the new Lexus GX is the luxurious Land Cruiser weve been waiting for.
Get My Auto
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Missed appointments are an inevitable part of any auto dealers operations. While they can disrupt schedules and stall sales pipelines, they dont have to be a lost cause. Instead, with the right strategies, dealers can transform these no-shows into opportunities […] The post How Auto Dealers Can Turn Missed Appointments into Opportunities appeared first on Get My Auto.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Mazda expects its U.S. sales to hit a record 410,000-420,000 units in 2024. The automaker has sold 384,181 vehicles year-to-date by the end of November. The CEO highlighted the ongoing development of ICE, hybrid, and EV powertrains. Mazda is riding high in the U.S. market in 2024, on track to smash its all-time sales record with expectations to hit over 400,000 units.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Rimac may have provided a first glimpse at a single-seat track car in the works, which Rimac CEO and founder Mate Rimac has hinted will outpace current Formula 1 cars and top-level endurance racers. As first noted by The Supercar Blog, page nine of the latest issue of Rimac's official magazine shows a sketch depicting a trio of cars, with the car.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The Toyota Avanza is #1 in Indonesia for the first time since September 2022. The Indonesian new wholesales vehicle market is down a harsh -11.9% year-on-year in November to just 74,347 units, leading to a year-to-date tally off -14.7% to 784,788. Retail sales drop -8.1% to 76,053 and fall -11.2% to 806,721. Toyota (-12.7%) matches the market and delivers a strong 36.3% share vs. 33.4% so far this year.
AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Q3 satisfaction falls sharply on spotty reliability, driver boredom, and clogged Tesla stations.
Motor 1
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The American automaker is interested in two-speed transmissions that allow electric motors to operate in ideal ranges at different speeds.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 31, 2024
Santa comes early to deliver my new 2025 BMW M3 Competition in BMW Individual Miami Blue the first LCI M3 of its kind. The post Meet my 2025 BMW M3 Competition appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 8, 2024
A Ford Fusion owner faced a major issue with their air conditioning system. After visiting a local Ford dealer, they received an eye-popping $9K repair quote. The repair bill is likely higher than the sedan’s entire resale value. When your car’s air conditioning stops working , it’s one of those moments where you brace for the inevitable: the repair bill.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Czech Republic's Praga has delivered its first Bohema hypercar The mid-engine hypercar features carbon-fiber construction and a tuned Nissan GT-R engine Pricing starts at $1.5 million and only 89 will be built Many performance cars are billed as race cars for the road, but few are more worthy of that claim than Praga's Bohema hypercar. Praga is a.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Honda CR-V sales are up 20.3% year-on-year in November. The Canadian ne w light vehicle market posts another very solid month in November at +8.8% year-on-year to 156,000 units, according to estimates by DesRosiers Automotive. T his is the largest November volume since the record of 2017. The SAAR for the month came in at 2.04 million, the third highest this year so far below January and February.
Canadian Auto Dealer
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Car dealers understand the importance of giving back to the community on a year-round basis, but it takes on even greater significance during the December holiday season with specific events to drive home the message of helping others in need. Canadian auto dealer contacted several dealers about some of the initiatives theyve undertaken this month to spread goodwill.
Get My Auto
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Missed appointments can be a major frustration for auto dealerships, resulting in lost time, revenue, and potential customer relationships. However, missed appointments dont have to be the end of the road. With the right strategies and tools, dealerships can rebuild […] The post How Get My Auto Ensures Engagement After Missed Appointments appeared first on Get My Auto.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 23, 2024
BMW has released the first images of an electric M3. Is it what we want? I give three keys for BMW M to hit. The post Three things BMW M needs to make you want an electric M3 appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 3, 2024
With bad news dominating the headlines, Nissan is trying to reassure frustrated U.S. dealers. In a memo, the company said they’re working on a turnaround plan that will drive sales and improve stability. Sales have dropped significantly in the United States, but dealers have an assortment of new models to look forward to. Nissan is asking its U.S. dealers for “patience and understanding” as the company faces a number of headwinds.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 23, 2024
The first retail 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will be sold at Barrett-Jackson's upcoming Scottsdale auction All proceeds from the first ZR1's sale will benefit the American Red Cross Customer deliveries for the ZR1 are scheduled to start in early 2025 With the arrival of the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1and its mid-engine layout and screaming.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Toyota Camry sales perk up thanks to the new model. US new light vehicle sales are estimated to reach 1.364 million units in November, a robust +9.8% year-on-year uptick. Light trucks soar 14.3% to 1.123 million and 82.3% of the market whereas passenger cars drop -7.2% to 241,000 and 17.7% share. The SAAR is up to 16.5 million units vs. 15.3 million in November 2023.
Turbo Marketing Solutions
DECEMBER 12, 2024
In a world where most car buyers begin their journey with an online search, having a strong presence on search engines is essential for dealerships looking to increase sales in 2025. But what does it really take to stand out among the competition? You might think that simply having a website is enough, but effective SEO strategies are key to ensuring that potential customers find you first.
AutoDealer Today
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Four out of five dealers agree: Data can help forecast trends, generate and capture demand, become more efficient, and generate bigger profits. This eBook dives into key findings from the 2024 Cox Automotive Power of Data Study, identifying three top challenges facing dealers who want to leverage data and insights—and provides strategies to overcome each of them.
Machines with Souls
DECEMBER 22, 2024
I take a look at C8 Corvette values, which have dropped significantly the past year. Is it enough to make you go for base? The post The C8 Corvette is starting to get cheap appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Carscoops
DECEMBER 7, 2024
The state of Michigan temporarily suspended LaFontaine Hyundai’s dealer license in Livonia. The dealership allegedly leased used cars as new, violating state regulations on vehicle sales. LaFontaine Auto Group blamed rogue employees before getting its dealer license reinstated. It’s not uncommon to hear about shady dealership practices —after all, the auto industry has its share of unsavory characters—but sometimes, just sometimes, they do get caught.
Motor Authority
DECEMBER 21, 2024
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 33,456 older luxury cars because their glass sunroof panels may not be properly secured. The recall encompasses a number of different vehicles from model years 2001 to 2011, including CLK-Class coupes, E-Class sedans and wagons, CLS-Class sedans, and sedan, coupe, and wagon body styles of the compact Mercedes-Benz.
Best Selling Cars Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The Peugeot 2008 is the best-selling vehicle in Portugal in November 16,400 new cars found a buyer in Portugal in November, a 4% year-on-year improvement. The year-to-date tally is now up 3.6% to189,533. Peugeot (+58.5%) lodges another outstanding year-on-year lift but keeps its market share below its YTD level at 9.6% vs. 10.2%. Dacia (+5.5%) is up three spots on October to #2 with 8.2% share, with Mercedes (-0.5%) staying at #3 and both Renault (+35.4%) and Volkswagen (+118%) manage fantastic
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