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Built By Legends reimagines the R34 Nissan GT-R for $450,000

Motor Authority

Built By Legends presented R34 GT-R restomod at 2024 SEMA show Pricing starts at $450,000, not including cost of donor car Early R34 GT-Rs eligible for U.S. import under 25-year rule The R34-generation of Nissan's Skyline GT-R is an iconic car that featured on the bedroom walls of many car fans around the turn of the century, including in markets.

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Trust the Lynchpin of Sales

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Jaguar to enter new era with concept car debut on 2 December

Autocar

Radical Jaguar concept – here imagined by Autocar's artist – is just weeks away “Next stage in Jaguar’s transformation” is confirmed for debut during Miami Art Week Jaguar is set to enter its next era with the unveiling of a new concept car previewing its long-awaited electric GT on 2 December. Autocar previously reported that the radical concept is due next month, and the brand has now said that the “next stage in Jaguar’s transformation” will be revealed at Miami Art Week on 2 December.

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Audi Wants To Cut Workforce By 15%, Report Warns Thousands Of Jobs At Risk

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Audi is considering reducing its headcount by 15 percent in an attempt to cut costs. The VW Group premium brand will preserve production jobs and cut “indirect” jobs instead, a report claims. Audi suffered a fall in third-quarter profits and has already moved to close its Q8 plant in Belgium. First it was Volkswagen jobs in the firing line, and now the panic has spread to other areas of the VW Group.

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Kia presents rugged EV9 and PV5 EV concepts at 2024 SEMA show

Motor Authority

Kia reveals EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR concepts at 2024 SEMA show Concepts tease off-road potential of EV9 SUV and upcoming PV5 van Kia plans new versions of EV9, including high-performance EV9 GT Kia teased the potential off-road credibility of its EV9 and an upcoming electric van to be called the PV5 with the EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR concepts at.

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Tesla Australia records seventh straight month of sales decline

CarExpert

Deliveries of Tesla’s electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia have fallen once again, with the US brand now recording its eighth monthly sales decline this year and its seventh in a row. According to data published by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC), Tesla delivered 1464 EVs to Australian customers in October, representing a 26.4 per cent drop on the same month a year prior.

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Official: Rotary Mazda sports car is planned for production

Autocar

Rotary-electric powertrain is said to enable a classic sports coupé shape Mazda plans to build 370bhp, rotary-electric MX-5 successor "in the not so distant future" Mazda has confirmed plans to put its striking Iconic SP rotary-powered sports car concept into production in the near future. Revealed at last year’s Tokyo motor show, the Iconic SP is a tightly packaged, 370bhp vision of a future sports car in the vein of the MX-5, equipped with an innovative hybrid powertrain that uses a rotary eng

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GM discontinuing Cadillac XT4 after giving it a refresh

Motor Authority

Cadillac XT4 production ends in early 2025 XT4 sales down 12% this year despite recent refresh Plant to be retooled for next-generation Chevy Bolt EV General Motors will end production of the Cadillac XT4 in January to free up capacity at the compact crossover's Kansas plant for production of a next-generation Chevrolet Bolt EV, Reuters reported.

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BYD prioritising SUVs and utes in Australia

CarExpert

Australia’s BYD distributor EVDirect will prioritise adding SUVs and utes to the local lineup as the Chinese brand expands its local presence. In response to strong demand for the Shark 6 , Sealion 6 and Atto 3 , EVDirect will channel resources into importing new models with high sales potential, according to CEO David Smitherman. “The opportunity for us is that there’s so much product to choose from.

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Audi launches new EV brand for China with radical estate concept

Autocar

AUDI E concept shows off Audi's new design approach for Chinese-market EVs Striking new look, 435-mile range, 745bhp and not a single four-ring badge. Welcome to Audi's Chinese EV brand: AUDI Audi has launched a new electric vehicle (EV) sub-brand for China, called simply 'AUDI', as part of an expanded joint venture operation with long-time partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC).

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Hertz Fires Back At Manager Who Charged Customer $10,000 For 25,000 Miles In One Month On ‘Unlimited Mileage’ Contract

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A Hertz customer claims he was charged $10,000 after driving 25,000 miles on an “unlimited” contract. The rental giant condemned the manager’s actions and promised to address inconsistencies in customer service policies. In a statement, Hertz confirmed the customer will not face extra mileage charges despite the dispute. A now-viral video captured a heated confrontation between a Hertz customer and a local manager, with the manager threatening the customer over an eye-popping b

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Mazda working on Skyactiv-Z gas engine alongside new hybrids and EVs

Motor Authority

Mazda Skyactiv-Z engine family due in 2027 Next-generation CX-5 with hybrid powertrain being developed Mazda still committed to rotary engines Mazda on Thursday provided the first update on its next-generation powertrain plans since May's announcement of collaboration with Toyota and Subaru on powertrain development. While Mazda has been slow to.

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VFACTS October 2024: Toyota RAV4 still on top as HiLux closes gap to Ranger

CarExpert

Australian new-vehicle deliveries continue to slow from the record pace of 2023, with October 2024 sales figures down once again this month. However, year-to-date registrations are still up, and the end-of-year figure may yet eclipse the records set in 2023. Last month, 99,969 new vehicles were delivered to Australian buyers, a decrease of 6.4 per cent compared to the 106,809 deliveries made in the same month a year ago.

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Suzuki eVitara revealed as brand’s first electric car

Autocar

New eVitara sits on an EV-tailored platform, to the benefit of packaging New Mini Aceman rival gets 250 miles from a 49kWh battery pack Suzuki has finally unveiled its first electric car , the eVitara, becoming one of the last major car makers to enter the EV market. Previewed by the striking eVX concept in 2023, the production model is a blockier representation of that car and comes paired with a name that is familiar to drivers across the European markets – a move intended to win over buyers.

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2025 Nissan Z Gains New Colors, Including Midnight Purple In Japan

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The Nissan Fairlady Z is available in new shades for the 2025 MY in Japan. Interior upgrades are limited to the addition of the SOS call button. There are no changes under the skin, with the Z retaining same twin-turbo 3.0-liter engine. Nissan has unveiled the 2025 MY updates for the Fairlady Z in Japan, including a refreshed color palette and the addition of the SOS call function to all grades.

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Nissan unveils supercharged Frontier Tarmac street truck concept

Motor Authority

Nissan unveiled Frontier Tarmac concept at 2024 SEMA show Concept developed with Chris Forsberg and features prototype Nismo parts Supercharger lifts output of Frontier 3.8-liter V-6 to 440 hp Nissan teamed up with professional drifter Chris Forsberg to build a wild Frontier street truck concept for the 2024 SEMA show, which is currently running.

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Bumper completes its first acquisition

Motor Trader

Bumper has completed its first acquisition, purchasing business intelligence tools company AutoBI. AutoBi provides business intelligence tools for car retailers and OEMs. Its dashboards provide updates on critical information about all aspects of an automotive business including CRM, sales, service, parts and finance. Jack Allman, CCO and Co-Founder of Bumper said: “AutoBI is a perfect fit for Bumper and this acquisition is a key part of our strategic goal to become Europe’s largest automotive p

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Suzuki chief snubs prospect of electric or hybrid Jimny

Autocar

Passenger version of the Jimny was pulled from sale in the UK in 2020 Electrification "would ruin" small 4x4 due to added weight, according to Toshihiro Suzuki Suzuki ’s president has suggested the brand has no plans to build an electric or hybrid version of the Jimny , given that electrifying the 4x4 “would ruin" it. The car has had a strong following in the UK since its launch in 1970, with its fourth generation – and mini reboot – in 2018 rubber stamping its cult classic status.

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Mazda Confirms New Skyactiv-Z Engine And Next-Gen CX-5

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Mazda has confirmed plans for a next-gen CX-5 and it will use an all-new hybrid powertrain that was developed in-house. The redesigned crossover will have a streamlined lineup as the automaker is seeking to reduce costs and complexity. A new four-cylinder Skyactiv-Z engine is scheduled for launch in 2027, promising improved efficiency. Next week will mark eight years since Mazda introduced the second-generation CX-5 at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.

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Rivian R2 will use LG batteries made in US

Motor Authority

LG Energy Solution announced on Friday that it will supply Rivian with cylindrical-shaped battery cells for use in the R2 electric compact crossover that Rivian previewed in March. The battery cells, which Rivian previously announced will feature a 4695 format (46-millimeter diameter and 95-mm height), will be supplied by a plant in Arizona. The.

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Australia in the box seat as Chinese EVs shut out of Europe, US

CarExpert

Tariffs placed on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe and the US threatens to stun the growth of the nation’s export industry, but Australia could be a benefactor. In Europe, an investigation by policymakers found Chinese EV makers were being subsidised by the state, with the European Commission responding by placing tariffs of up to 45.3 per cent – including existing import taxes on incoming vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz CLA prototype breaks EV 24-hour distance record

Autocar

Record beats Porsche Taycan’s 2019 run of 2128.2 miles, set on the same Nardò test track in Italy Mercedes-Benz has set a new electric car distance record during testing of its third-generation CLA. Building on the benchmarks established by the sleek EQXX engineering concept, a prototype of the new saloon covered 2309.6 miles within a 24-hour period at the Nardò test track in Italy This surpasses the 24-hour distance of 2128.2 miles set by the Porsche Taycan on the same 7.9-mile banked oval in 2

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Nissan Slashes 9,000 Jobs, Sells Mitsubishi Shares, May Delay Some Of The 30 New Models Planned

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Nissan announced significant cost-cutting measures, including job cuts and reduced production capacity worldwide. CEO Makoto Uchida admits the company’s sales forecasts were overly ambitious and now require adjustment. The company aims to expand its hybrid lineup in the US and speed up development for greater flexibility. Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida has just announced a series of sweeping changes to the company aimed at steering the company through turbulent times.

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Porsche recalls some 718 and 911 models because of faulty center-lock wheel bolts

Motor Authority

Porsche has issued a recall and a do not drive warning on certain 718 and 911 models because of concerns a wheel could fall off. The issue has to do with some wheel bolts not being built to the correct specification, and as a result could fracture, something that could result in a loss of steering control or a wheel to become detached. Porsche.

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Tesla loses top spot to MG in EV sales charts

CarExpert

The MG 4 has taken a unique place in Australian automotive history, becoming the first electric vehicle (EV) to outsell Tesla in a month – at least since the US brand started publishing local sales figures more than two and half years ago. In October 2024, MG delivered 1486 examples of its small electric hatchback, almost doubling its previous monthly sales record of 835 deliveries set in November 2023, and more than tripling its monthly average of 419 deliveries between January and September.

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New Aston Martin Vantage vs Ferrari Roma and 911 Turbo

Autocar

Porsche is comparatively subtle, unlike its front-engined V8 companions The Vantage is back with a bang – does it now dominate a class of grand touring superstars? The Ferrari nearly fails to materialise. With the official press car out of action, locating a good, representative Roma is proving to be a proper head-scratcher, something we can’t understand.

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Audi Launches New AUDI Brand In China Without A Four Ring Logo

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AUDI is Audi’s new EV sub-brand for the Chinese market, in collaboration with SAIC. The AUDI E concept previews future production models without the four-ring logo. The concept rides on a new architecture, has 764 hp and a 435-mile CLTC range. Left hand, meet right. That seems to be Audi’s grand strategy with the launch of the new “AUDI” brand in China, a move they hope will strike a chord with local buyers.

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2026 Kia EV2 spied for first time

Motor Authority

Kia is out testing prototypes for an electric crossover even smaller than the EV3 subcompact unveiled in May. The newcomer, which is also a subcompact, is likely to be called the EV2. And judging by its size and boxy shape, it may end up replacing Kia's Soul EV at some point. The EV2 is expected to start sales in 2026, but given the small size, it.

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3 industry leaders inducted into Used Car Week Hall of Fame

Auto Remarketing

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Used Car Week, Cherokee Media Group has launched the UCW Hall of Fame to recognize executives who have played an important role in the development, growth and success of Used Car Week over time. Steve Kapusta of Ally SmartAuction, Jeremiah Wheeler of DRN | MVTRAC | SCM and Marguerite Watanabe of Connections Insights will represent the inaugural class of inductees during Used Car Week , which begins on Nov. 18 in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Jaguar F-Pace to be axed globally in 2026

Autocar

F-Pace can now be bought only from dealer stock in the UK SUV was pulled from the UK market last month but will survive elsewhere until first quarter of 2026 The Jaguar F-Pace will be axed globally in early 2026, JLR CEO Adrian Mardell has confirmed, after it was pulled from sale in the UK. Jaguar no longer sells any new cars in its home market and won’t until its all-new four-door electric GT arrives in summer 2026.

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Jaguar’s Ultra-Luxury Era Begins Dec 2 With New Concept

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Jaguar will unveil a new concept on December 2, which will preview their rebirth as an ultra-luxury brand. The redesigned Range Rover Velar will reportedly arrive in the spring of 2026. JLR reported a mixed second quarter due to supplier issues and a temporary hold for quality checks. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has released their second quarter results and revealed an assortment of details about future products.

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Chelsea Truck Company applies Defender know-how to Ineos Grenadier

Motor Authority

Kahn Design's Chelsea Truck Company has made quite the name for itself with its wild takes on the original Defender. How wild? At one point the British outfit was churning out six-wheeled Defender pickups packing 500-hp V-8s. The original Defender is no longer in production but there's a company by the name of Ineos offering a very similar.

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Audi reveals new concept and new brand… also called Audi

CarExpert

Audi is developing a new brand for China that confusingly bears the same name, but which does without the trademark four-ring logo. Three future electric vehicles under this brand have been previewed by the E concept, a sleek electric wagon which wears an illuminated AUDI wordmark front and back. The rollout of vehicles from AUDI (no, not that Audi, the other one) will commence from mid-2025, with the first three to be in the medium and large segments. 100s of new car deals are available through

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Kia Sportage facelift brings chunky look and upgraded hybrid

Autocar

New lights and bluff grille are inspired by those on the EV3, EV6 and EV9 One of the UK’s best-selling family cars gets a major update inside and out The Kia Sportage has been updated in its native Korea, gaining a bold new look inside and out, plus a new range of powertrains. Its styling has been revised to more closely match that of the brand’s electric cars, the EV3 , EV6 and EV9 , with new column-like headlights and a blockier front grille.

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Tennessee Police In Hot Water After Arresting Over 600 Sober People For DUI Since 2017

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Tennessee Police arrested over 600 sober drivers for DUI in the last from 2017 to 2023. In one year alone, it charged 159 people with DUI despite zero drugs detected in their system. This bombshell finding came after two incidents of police arresting sober individuals. Police in Tennessee are facing a harsh truth today. An investigation shows that they’ve collectively arrested over 600 people for DUI who had no alcohol or drugs at all in their bloodstream.

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2025 Jeep Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer prices cut by up to $7,000

Motor Authority

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer is priced from $59,945, excluding destination The new starting price is $3,000 less than the previous year Standard equipment has been increased despite the lower pricing Jeep has sharpened prices on its 2025 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer in an effort to boost sales of what is already a strong seller for the brand. The 2025.

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When we’ll see the next Mazda EV

CarExpert

Mazda has confirmed when it will launch its first electric vehicle (EV) on a new, dedicated electric platform. The as-yet unspecified model is due in 2027, helping fill a gap in the lineup of the Japanese brand which has been called a laggard in the EV space. The company is also studying offering plug-in hybrid vehicles on this platform, utilising a “high-level common structure” to help reduce investment costs. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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