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Lancia returns to rallying with its new Ypsilon

Motor Authority

Lancia's rebirth continues with the announcement on Monday the brand is headed back to rally racing. There was a time when the Italian brand, today part of the Stellantis fold, was dominant in rallying, including in the sport's infamous Group B class. This was on the back of icons like the Delta S4 and the 037. For its return, Lancia will use its.

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United Arab Emirates April 2024: Nissan Patrol takes the lead in negative market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Nissan Patrol is the best-selling nameplate in the UAE in April. New vehicle sales in the UAE drop -13% year-on-year in April to 19,994 units. Meanwhile the year-to-date volume is up 12% to 94,208. Toyota (-22.5%) falls much faster than the market but easily retains the brands top spot at 26% share vs. 25% so far this year. Nissan (-10.7%) is soft at 15% vs. 16.6% but Mitsubishi (+14.2%) defies the negative market with a solid gain at #3.

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The Ultimate SEO Checklist for Auto Dealers: Mastering Technical, Content, Local, and VDP SEO

Get My Auto

The Ultimate SEO Checklist for Auto Dealers: Mastering Technical, Content, Local, and VDP SEO In today’s digital age, a strong online presence is crucial for auto dealers aiming to stand out in a competitive market. Optimizing your website for search […] The post The Ultimate SEO Checklist for Auto Dealers: Mastering Technical, Content, Local, and VDP SEO appeared first on Get My Auto.

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SUVs Recalled Over Backup Camera Issue

AutoDealer Today

Cellphones can cause interference, distorting view behind the vehicles.

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2025 Porsche 911 enters the hybrid era

Motor Authority

The current 992 generation of the Porsche 911 has undergone a mid-cycle refresh for the 2025 model year, and among the updates is the availability of a hybrid powertrain for the first time. Revealed on Tuesday ahead of a market launch this fall, the updated 2025 911 includes the Carrera, Carrera GTS, and Targa 4 GTS grades, and the hybrid.

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Hungary April 2024: Suzuki (+121.4%), Nissan (+354.7%) highlight market up 10.4%

Best Selling Cars Blog

Nissan X-Trail sales are up 592% year-on-year so far in 2024. 42,079 new cars found a buyer in Hungary over the first four months of 2024, a 10.4% year-on-year improvement. When adding light commercials the market is up 12.2% to 50,326 units. Local assembler Suzuki (+121.4%) rallies back up to the pole position with 15.7% share vs. 7.8% a year ago. It distances last year’s leader Toyota (-5.4%), Skoda (+19.2%) and Volkswagen (-5.1%).

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Toyota MR2 primed for revival as combustion-only Mazda MX-5 rival

Autocar

Small, petrol-engined coupé could be on sale in 2026 2+2 petrol-powered sports car given green light to join Celica and Supra in 'Three Brothers' line-up Toyota is priming a small, affordable sports car to rival the Mazda MX-5 for a launch within the next two years – and it’s tipped to stick with pure-combustion power. Building on the success of its GR Yaris , GR86 and GR Supra sports cars, the company is reportedly developing a new entry-level performance model, evolved from the never-made S-FR

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2025 BMW M3 with all-wheel drive adds 20 hp

Motor Authority

The BMW M3 gains a round of updates for 2025, but one thing hasn't changed: the availability of a 6-speed manual in a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan. The configuration is offered in the base M3, which continues with a 473-hp rating for 2025, or the same as last year. The next rung up the ladder is the M3 Competition, which features an 8-speed.

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Genesis Reportedly Nears Deal With Lucid Motors For Special EV

Carscoops

A new report suggests that Genesis and Lucid are on the brink of a partnership aimed at challenging their rivals. At least one resulting product would bear a Genesis badge but incorporate Lucid powertrain components. The deal holds immense potential for the entire Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis family. Genesis is reportedly aiming to bolster its electric vehicle ambitions through a collaboration with Lucid Motors.

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New BMW 3 Series gains longer-range PHEV, drops diesel

Autocar

Production of the updated model is set to begin at the firm's Munich plant in July Best-seller also gets new infotainment, comfort-focused chassis tweaks and a new interior design The BMW 3 Series has received a raft of updates for 2024, including a refreshed design, a new infotainment system and a longer electric-only range for PHEV variants. With production set to begin in July, the brand's best-selling model will go on sale in the UK priced from £39,045 for the 320i saloon and £40,845 for the

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Genesis reportedly close to a deal to buy e-motors from Lucid

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Genesis , Convertible , Electric , Future Vehicles , Luxury , Performance , Lucid Continue reading Genesis reportedly close to a deal to buy e-motors from Lucid Genesis reportedly close to a deal to buy e-motors from Lucid originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 29 May 2024 08:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Bugatti Type 55 Super Sport honored with latest Sur Mesure Chiron

Motor Authority

Jean Bugatti was a designer who showed off his talents with several cars launched by his father Ettore Bugatti's company, and the latest customized Chiron from Bugatti's Sur Mesure personalization department honors one of them. Dubbed the 55 1 of 1, this Chiron wears the distinctive black-and-yellow livery of Jean Bugatti's personal Type 55 Super.

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2024 Volkswagen Touareg review

CarExpert

Volkswagen is once again nipping at the heels of BMW and Mercedes-Benz with its flagship Touareg SUV. The big, bad family hauler has been overhauled for 2024 with a new look, even more technology, and a sharper price than the car it replaces. That’s right, after industry-wide price hikes and feature removal, the Touareg signals a move in the opposite direction.

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Volkswagen confirms €20,000 price for affordable EV due 2027

Autocar

The new EV will serve as a spiritual successor to the e-Up city car Inbound tech developments will allow new entry-level Volkswagen to enter low-cost EV segment Volkswagen has officially confirmed plans to launch an entry-level electric city car with a price of €20,000 (around £17,000) and a launch date target of 2027. As reported previously by Autocar, the model – known as the ID 1 – will channel the spirit of the now-axed Volkswagen Up and could even take its name when it arrives, rivalling t

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Rhode Island asking kei car owners to turn in their registration

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Truck Continue reading Rhode Island asking kei car owners to turn in their registration Rhode Island asking kei car owners to turn in their registration originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 27 May 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rivian Reportedly Cutting Prices Up To $6,000 On Existing Inventory

Carscoops

Rivian is reportedly discounting the R1T and R1S with thousands off depending on trim. The deals apply specifically to existing inventory and not to newly configured custom orders. The discounts are available in both the USA and Canada but amounts are slightly different. Data from the automotive industry indicates a slowing in EV sales. Every carmaker deals with that sort of news in their own way but for Rivian , it looks like some price cuts are part of the plan.

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BYD’s new hybrids can get from Melbourne to Brisbane with range to spare

CarExpert

Chinese car giant BYD isn’t stopping its development of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology, revealing a new system it claims is capable of driving for more than 2000km without refuelling or recharging. BYD’s newly launched Qin L and Seal 06 sedans feature its fifth-generation ‘DM-i’ PHEV system, with the hybrid technology unlocking a claimed 2100km of driving range when the vehicle’s fuel tank and battery are full.

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Alfa Romeo to switch to centrally-mounted numberplates

Autocar

The tradition started with the 1955 Giulietta Spider, and still continues today New pedestrian safety regulations end firm's long-standing tradition of offset numberplates Future Alfa Romeo models, including the next-generation Giulia and Stelvio , will end a long brand tradition by featuring centrally mounted number plates, due to new pedestrian safety regulations.

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Ford Maverick Hybrid with AWD might finally be happening

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Spy Photos , Ford , Truck , Hybrid Continue reading Ford Maverick Hybrid with AWD might finally be happening Ford Maverick Hybrid with AWD might finally be happening originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 29 May 2024 10:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Giannini Spettacolo Is An Abarth On Acid That’ll Cost You Over $144,000

Carscoops

Italian tuner Giannini Automobili returns with a new project based on the Abarth 595. The hot hatch gains a wide bodykit and carbon fiber wheel covers. The 1.4-liter engine has been tuned to produce 247 hp, allowing for a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The Fiat 500-based Abarth 595/695 is almost ready to bow out of production , but a new project from an independent Italian company wants to breathe new life into the hot hatch.

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UK hopes self-driving cars will improve road safety

CarExpert

The United Kingdom has passed its Autonomous Vehicles Act as law, allowing autonomous cars to hit public roads by 2026. Data from the UK’s 2022 annual road casualties report shows the vast majority of fatal accidents were caused by human error. As such, the government now hopes autonomous vehicles will be able to improve road safety by significantly decreasing accidents caused by DUI, speeding, fatigue, and inattention.

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Subaru Crosstrek 2024 long-term test

Autocar

Off-road brand’s smallest SUV has a new name. Does it have new qualities too? Why we’re running it: To see if this capable new crossover can be more than just a niche product Month 1 - Specs Life with a Subaru Crosstrek: Month 1 Welcoming the Crosstrek to the fleet - 1 May 2024 Appearances can be deceptive. At a glance, the new Crosstrek looks like any other compact family crossover - a new rival for the Qashqai, perhaps?

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Tesla investor accuses Elon Musk of insider trading that banked him $7.5 billion

Auto Blog

Filed under: Renault Continue reading Tesla investor accuses Elon Musk of insider trading that banked him $7.5 billion Tesla investor accuses Elon Musk of insider trading that banked him $7.5 billion originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 May 2024 22:57:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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2025 VW Transporter T7 Reveals ID. Buzz Styling Cues

Carscoops

The seventh generation of the VW Transporter will launch in Europe in Q1 2025. The LCV is heavily based on the Ford Transit Custom but has a few unique styling features. It will be offered with diesel, PHEV, and fully electric powertrains. Volkswagen’s commercial division has shared another teaser of the upcoming Transporter T7, this time focusing on its exterior design.

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Reynolds and DealerOn Team Up to Elevate Dealerships’ Omnichannel Presence

DealerOn

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between DealerOn and Reynolds and Reynolds Company. With this partnership, Reynolds and Reynolds Company recognizes DealerOn as its website and SEO provider of choice. Additionally, customers of Reynolds Marketing Services will now have access to DealerOn’s award-winning support. The partnership seeks to help dealers drive engagement, improve conversions, and increase customer lifetime.

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Special Audi RS4 marks 25 years of famed moniker for £115,880

Autocar

New special marks 25 years since the original RS4 (right) Edition 25 Years gains power boost and improved track performance; just 50 coming to UK Audi has marked 25 years since the launch of the famed original RS4 with the model name’s most powerful variant yet and a new flagship for the current generation. Limited to just 250 examples, with just 50 coming to the UK, the Audi RS4 Avant Edition 25 Years is priced from £115,800.

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SUVs account for a quarter of all new demand for oil, 20% of the increase in emissions

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Emissions , Fuel Efficiency , SUV Continue reading SUVs account for a quarter of all new demand for oil, 20% of the increase in emissions SUVs account for a quarter of all new demand for oil, 20% of the increase in emissions originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 28 May 2024 17:55:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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China’s SAIC Wants To Mass Produce Solid-State Batteries In 2026

Carscoops

In October, the carmaker will introduce its first model with a semi-solid-state battery. Several other car companies want to launch solid-state batteries this decade, including Toyota and Nissan. In February, a consortium of Chinese firms was launched to build a supply chain for solid-state batteries. Chinese car manufacturer SAIC says it will start mass producing solid-state battery packs around 2026, meaning it could be the first automaker to commercialize the new form of batteries.

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Dirty Tesla Cybertruck delivery turns into bloody nightmare

CarExpert

The Tesla Cybertruck’s reputation for being poorly built hasn’t improved after a new owner of the electric pickup allegedly had their wrist cut by its sharp body panels. A post by user ‘bdesign’ on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum details the day he took delivery of his electric pickup, with the experience off to a poor start. The Tesla owner claims its windscreen was dirty to the point of not being able to see when the sun was shining on it, its exterior surface showed signs of “ rail dust rust

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Used BMW 5 Series 2010-2017 review

Autocar

It set the benchmark for executive saloons when it launched, but does it still hold its own years later? The first BMW 5 Series was launched more than 50 years ago, so by the time this sixth-generation F10 saloon version of 2010-17 landed, Munich had the recipe just about right.We liked this car for its performance and economy, quality cabin and refinement, but less so for its bland styling, below-par suspension and expensive options.Even so, it sold well to ambitious executives, with the result

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Redwood Materials is partnering with Ultium Cells to recycle GM's EV battery scrap

Auto Blog

Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Plants/Manufacturing , GM , Green Culture , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading Redwood Materials is partnering with Ultium Cells to recycle GM's EV battery scrap Redwood Materials is partnering with Ultium Cells to recycle GM's EV battery scrap originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 26 May 2024 14:00:00 EDT.

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Ducati Scrambler Gets Two Special Concepts For London Bike Show

Carscoops

The CR24I and RR24I showcased the Italian marque’s commitment to customization. Ducati doesn’t appear to have plans to produce these two special Scrambler models. The RR24I has a rugged look and features Pirelli Scorpion tires. Ducati has unveiled two concepts based around its Scrambler motorcycle at the London Bike Shed MotoShow. The Italian motorcycle manufacturer says it built the two models to demonstrate the customizations it offers.

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Is it legal to drive with your dog in the front seat in Australia?

CarExpert

Our furry companions can be great travel buddies. From their intrigue in the most mundane places, to their fierce determination to protect us from the cyclist travelling three lanes down, they make the simple trips memorable. Because you care about their safety, brushing up on the current road rules is in their best interest – and yours. New South Wales In NSW, it is not illegal to travel with your pet in the front seat provided it doesn’t impede your ability to maintain control of the veh

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Power boost for updated 4WD-only BMW M3

Autocar

The new M3 receives a 20bhp power boost, thanks to an ECU remap Hottest 3 Series gets raft of performance-focused upgrades and subtle styling tweaks, drops RWD variant BMW has given the M3 Competition a series of performance and technology upgrades as part of a mid-life facelift that includes more power, subtle styling tweaks and chassis upgrades. Powered by the same twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight six as before (codenamed B58), the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance rival receives a 20bhp

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Stellantis CEO pledges a $25,000 Jeep EV coming to the U.S. 'very soon'

Auto Blog

Filed under: Green , Jeep , Crossover , Economy Cars , Electric , Future Vehicles Continue reading Stellantis CEO pledges a $25,000 Jeep EV coming to the U.S. 'very soon' Stellantis CEO pledges a $25,000 Jeep EV coming to the U.S. 'very soon' originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 May 2024 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Jeep Wagoneer S Will Be Made In Mexico

Carscoops

The brand’s first dedicated BEV will produce 600 hp and 617 lb-ft (836 Nm) of torque. Jeep says the SUV can hit 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and travel 300 miles (483 km) on a charge. Underpinning the model is the firm’s STLA Large platform. The all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S is tipped to be built at Stellantis’ Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico, the same site where the Jeep Compass is currently produced.

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Mazda CX-90 recalled

CarExpert

Mazda Australia has recalled 509 examples of the CX-90 SUV, owing to a fault which could cause its autonomous emergency braking system to be triggered by roadside objects which pose no threat to the SUV. “Due to a calibration issue within the Vehicle Control Module (VCM), when driving at low speeds the vehicle may falsely detect reflective objects such as metal walls, barriers or similar objects on the side of the road as an approaching object,” the carmaker said in its recall notice.

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