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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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Trust the Lynchpin of Sales

AutoDealer Today

Study shows it’s building with consumers, but dealers can improve on transparency, both online and in person.

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Romania October 2024: Skoda (+27.5%), Hyundai (+37.9%) stand out

Best Selling Cars Blog

Skoda Kodiaq sales are up 45.2% in Romania. The Romanian new car market edges up 1.4% year-on-year to 11,552 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 4.1% to 127,062. Local behemoth Dacia (-5.8%) goes against the positive market and sees its share fall to 25.7% vs. 29.2% so far this year. Skoda (+27.5%) surges ahead to 2nd place overall with 9.6% share vs. 6.8% year-to-date.

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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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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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Toyota’s 2024 Tacoma Transmission Fix Didn’t Stop A Class Action Lawsuit

Carscoops

Toyota is fixing select Tacoma models that have been broken and will replace the transmissions of ones that fail in the future. A new class action claims Toyota is liable for fraudulent concealment/omission and other charges. Two months ago, Toyota issed a technical service bulletin for the 2024 Tacoma, announcing that it would replace the eight-speed transmissions and torque converters of vehicles with a pressure control solenoid actuator stuck or a torque converter clutch actuator locked in th

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India October 2024: Mahindra, MG break records in all-time high market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The new Windsor pushes MG to record volumes in October. 397,947 wholesales were recorded in India in October, a +1.8% year-on-year improvement and a new all-time record for any month, eclipsing the previous best of 393,471 hit last January. This month both the Dussehra and Diwali festivals occurred which is an auspicious month for car purchases. The year-to-date tally stands at 3,614,694 units, up 4% and a new record also.

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Chevrolet Silverado EV Sidewinder feature cribs GMC's Crabwalk

Motor Authority

The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV is getting its own version of GMC's CrabWalk mode, a feature that was missing when the electric pickup truck debuted as a 2024 model. Chevy confirmed on Friday that its version of CrabWalk is called Sidewinder mode, making use of a name General Motors trademarked in 2022. While the name may be different, the.

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Ford’s 2025 Bronco Update Brings Back $38K Base Model With Steelies

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The 2025 Ford Bronco is available to order, with the Base trim starting at $37,995. The SUV gains a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, rear A/C vents, and better insulation. New options include the Black Appearance Package and the Matte Clear Film. Ford has rolled out a series of updates for the 2025 Bronco, adding more standard equipment and a few strategic options aimed at keeping the model fresh in a crowded off-road market.

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Belgium October 2024: BMW (+27.4%) at record heights, Dacia (+28.3%) shines

Best Selling Cars Blog

BMW held a record 14.6% of the Belgian market in September and 14.3% in October. Note complete September data is also available in the data section of this article. New car sales in Belgium fall -5.5% year-on-year in October to 36,447 units, with the year-to-date volume now off -4.9% to 393,015. After smashing its share record for the 2nd consecutive month in September at 14.6%, brand leader BMW (+27.4%) scores its 2nd best share in October at 14.3%.

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Bentley to launch ‘urban SUV’ in 2026 as its first EV

Autocar

EV will be first in a run of new EVs and PHEVs launching at a rate of one per year from 2026 British firm announces new details of first EV as it pushes back its deadline to go electric-only Bentley’s first electric vehicle will arrive in 2026 as “the world’s first true luxury urban SUV”, according to the British firm – and it will be one of 10 EV and plug-in hybrid models to be launched in the space of a decade.

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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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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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BYD prioritising SUVs and utes in Australia

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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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The best car interiors don’t have any screens

Autocar

The first BMW Mini is modern enough to have the kit you want, but none of the distractions you don't Proper instruments provide all the information you need and no distraction from the joy of driving Despite having the run of the Autocar test garage and the general aggro and financial burden that come with owning a 20-year-old car, I keep a slightly scabby Mini Cooper S around.

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Toyota Tacoma TRD ProRunner concept imagines a Baja racer

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Toyota Tacoma TRD ProRunner Race concept to debut at 2024 SEMA show Concept imagines a Tacoma built for desert racing Concept also celebrates Toyota's partnership with Legacy Motor Club NASCAR team Toyota has a plan for hardcore off-roaders at the 2024 SEMA show starting on Tuesday in Las Vegas. There, it will introduce the Tacoma TRD ProRunner.

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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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Toyota Built the AWD GR86 Rally Car of Our Dreams

Motor 1

The GR86 Rally Legacy concept will debut at SEMA with a retro livery, all-wheel drive, and the GR Corolla's engine.

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'Our time has come': Honda's CEO on its bold EV future

Autocar

Japanese brand may be late to the EV party, but a barrage of bold new EVs are on their way Is there a more confusing, esoteric car company than Honda ? One capable of astonishing ambition and technical innovation, yet also of missing industry trends and producing anonymously uninspiring models. Here’s a firm bold enough to enter Formula 1 just a year after producing its first four-wheeled vehicle, take on Ferrari with the NSX and push hot hatch boundaries with the Civic Type R.

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Toyota built a turbocharged, AWD GR86 for SEMA show

Motor Authority

Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy concept to debut at 2024 SEMA show Concept features engine and AWD system from GR Corolla Concept takes inspiration from iconic Celica GT-Four rally cars Toyota will use the 2024 SEMA show kicking off in Las Vegas on Tuesday to present multiple concepts, one of which is the GR86 Rally Legacy. The concept is based on the.

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Toyota GR Transforms The Humble Hilux Champ Into A Track Monster

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The Toyota Hilux Champ was transformed into a wild race truck for competition in Thailand. It was built for the Super Pickup championship featuring aero, chassis, and power upgrades. The truck goes head-to-head with the Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, and Ford Ranger. The Hilux Champ was launched last year as a bare-bones, budget-friendly pickup truck for Asian markets, with Toyota hyping up its potential for customization.

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An updated guide to tracking your BMW

Machines with Souls

I take you along as my new M3 is built half a world away in Germany. They've made it easier tracking your BMW and spec it uniquely. The post An updated guide to tracking your BMW appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Sleek new Range Rover Velar EV due to launch in spring 2026

Autocar

Autocar understands this JLR test car is a prototype of the next Velar JLR has confirmed plans to launch the first EMA-based electric Land Rover model in around 18 months' time Land Rover will launch the first electric SUV based atop its new EMA platform in spring 2026 - and it's expected to be the replacement for the Range Rover Velar. The marque's first EV will be the Range Rover Electric due next year.

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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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Trade-Ins a Sticking Point

AutoDealer Today

Survey finds many consumers think they don’t get fair value and still seek transparent and fully online process.

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Costumes, capabilities, and the Land Rover Defender 110

Machines with Souls

A legendary name for a car that lives up to it, the Land Rover Defender 110 combines off-road ability with luxury that exceeds its competitors. The post Costumes, capabilities, and the Land Rover Defender 110 appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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The charity helping war veterans to build careers in motorsport

Autocar

We visit Mission Motorsport as it looks to give a Subaru BRZ a new life, as well as its beneficiaries In a workshop in deepest Oxfordshire, a Subaru BRZ is being restored to life. It’s a write-off – a Category N, which means it has sustained non-structural damage and can be repaired and returned to the road. So far, so ordinary, except the people putting this Subaru back on the road are veterans of the armed services with the scars – some physical, some mental – to prove it.

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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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2040 Forecast Shows Shifting Global Auto Market

AutoDealer Today

Report estimates Western automakers have reached their peak on growth but should hold their own.

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The sad life of your old car

Machines with Souls

I check in on X3 M40i values, because I've found my old one for sale.in Pittsburgh? How'd it get there, and what else can we consider? The post The sad life of your old car appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Mercedes: electric car battery recycling won't stop mining

Autocar

New plant can recover enough material to build new batteries for 5000 electric cars annually Batteries will still require mined material despite recycling gains at new Kuppenheim plant Mercedes-Benz will always need to mine rare-earth materials to build electric car batteries, despite developments in battery recycling, according to the firm’s supply chain chief.

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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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Sit on This Data

AutoDealer Today

Auto seating market poised for growth, creative solutions.

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Stellantis To Cut Over 1,100 Jobs In Toledo, Slashing Gladiator Production

Carscoops

Affected employees will receive 74% of their regular pay for one year as support. Jeep will reduce Gladiator production at the Toledo plant from two shifts down to one. Stellantis says the layoffs are part of a broader realignment of its US operations. Just when it seemed the standoff between Stellantis and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union couldn’t get any tenser, the automaker has now announced that 1,139 workers at its Toledo Assembly Complex are set to be indefinitely laid off, start

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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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Tom Cruise reportedly in talks for "Days of Thunder" sequel

Motor Authority

1990 hit film “Days of Thunder” may get a sequel Tom Cruise reportedly in talks with Paramount Pictures about a sequel New film may be years away, as “Top Gun: Maverick” sequel has priority Tom Cruise may have to learn all about rubbin' again, as word on the street is that he's planning to reprise his role as Cole Trickle.

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The Ford Mustang SVT Cobra never grew up

Machines with Souls

The 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra was the last of the true muscle cars, with a powerful supercharged V-8 (and unruly handling). The post The Ford Mustang SVT Cobra never grew up appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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