Motor Authority
JANUARY 8, 2025
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 The Ioniq 5 N could be less flashy, less expensive, and go farther The Ioniq 5 N is damn fun Just 48 hours ago the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N was named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025. It won decisively against mostly battery-powered competition. Hyundai’s newest sports car, which.
Best Selling Cars Blog
JANUARY 6, 2025
Tesla places the Model Y at #1 and the Model 3 at #2 this year. Discover over 65 years of Norwegian Historical Data here. 128,691 new cars found a Norwegian home in 2024, with the annual tally only edging into positive in November. This is still a mediocre result given 2023 sales were off -27.
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Carscoops
JANUARY 7, 2025
The XM was the slowest-selling model in the USA, while the X5 was the best. Despite this, the automaker achieved a record-breaking total of 371,346 units sold. In 2024, BMW also delivered 50,981 BEVs and 19,398 PHEVs across the market. BMW of North America has wrapped up 2024 with strong sales momentum, reporting a record 371,346 units sold in the US market, a 2.5% increase over 2023.
CarExpert
JANUARY 7, 2025
Toyota Australia has called on the federal government to reconsider the rollout of its New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which officially commenced last week. From January 1, the local auto industry formally entered a six-month grace period for the NVES, which mandates strict emissions standards for all new vehicles and will apply penalties and credits from July 1.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 9, 2025
A startup by the name of Donut Lab used this week's 2025 CES event in Las Vegas to present its modular in-wheel electric motor technology. Called the Donut Motor, the electric motor has been designed to work in a variety of vehicle types, including aircraft and ships, and in its most potent form is claimed to deliver 845 hp. What's equally.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 10, 2025
The majority of dealers in the US are uncertain about using AI in their business. Thats the finding of a Lotlinx which found that 78% of US car dealerships are uncertain about using predictive data, with only 5% implementing AI. Despite challenges, 80% plan to adopt AI by 2025. The survey, which involved over 2,500 dealers and was carried out last month, highlighted the challenges the motor retail industry sector in harnessing these advanced technologies that could potentially enhance operation
Carscoops
JANUARY 5, 2025
The FTC and Maryland accused the Lindsay dealer group of deceptive pricing practices. Nearly 90% of buyers allegedly paid $2,000 more than advertised between 2020 and 2023. Regulators seek $10,000 penalties per violation under Maryland’s Consumer Protection Act. Car dealerships don’t exactly have a squeaky-clean image to begin with, and stories like this one aren’t doing the industry any favors.
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Motor Authority
JANUARY 9, 2025
General Motors on Thursday announced pricing for the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and confirmed that order books will open in mid-February. The base 1LZ coupe starts at $174,995, while the 1LZ convertible costs $184,995 (all prices include a $1,695 destination charge). A 3LZ grade is also available, adding heated and cooled nappa leather seats.
Autocar
JANUARY 6, 2025
New lights use micro-lens array construction Premium sibling to Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 is expected to follow suit and gain a bigger battery The Genesis GV60 has been updated with asportier lookand reworked interior technology. The most prominent changes come on the exterior of the electric SUV. Up front, the vents around the lower grille area have been made more prominent, and the headlights use a newmicro-lens array construction.
Carscoops
JANUARY 8, 2025
A Honda exec has suggested the company is eyeing its own version of the Nissan Armada. The SUV would dwarf the Pilot and compete with Tahoe, Sequoia, and other big players. Future plans suggest Honda and Nissan may co-develop full-size SUVs for shared markets. Honda and Nissan are looking to tie the knot and the companies have previously said this could result in shared platforms and cost synergies.
AutoSuccessOnline
JANUARY 10, 2025
AutoTech Investments (ATI) will host an executive breakfast, the groups third event, Jan. 24, 2025, 7-10 a.m. The breakfast, which is being held at the Marriott Warehouse Arts District Main Ballroom, across the street from the New Orleans Convention Center, runs ahead of the National Automotive Dealers Association ( NADA ) Annual Conference and Expo in New Orleans, Jan. 23-26. “ATI brings together the industry’s most influential decision-makers from across the automotive ecosystem, i
Motor Authority
JANUARY 10, 2025
Toyota unveiled a mid-engined GR Yaris prototype at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon The prototype is powered by a newly developed 2.0-liter turbo-4 The prototype's reveal has reignited rumors of the return of the MR2 Toyota surprised visitors at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon on Friday with a GR Yaris prototype featuring a new 2.0-liter turbo-4 engine in a.
Automotive Addicts
JANUARY 8, 2025
Automakers are redefining the driving experience, blending cutting-edge technology with comfort and personalization. At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, the world’s leading auto manufacturers unveiled groundbreaking advancements in in-cabin technology, showcasing a vision of the car as not just a mode of transportation, but a fully immersive living space.
Carscoops
JANUARY 6, 2025
Dodge dealers are finally starting to receive shipments of the all-new Charger Daytona. The pivotal car arrives arrives at a moment when Dodge desperately needs a big success. Whether the Daytona EV will deliver on its promise remains an open question for now. The era of the new all-electric Dodge Charger is officially underway. Across the USA, several dealers have examples of the Charger Daytona available to customers.
CarExpert
JANUARY 5, 2025
The Ram 1500 has been confirmed as Australia’s top-selling US pickup truck for a record seventh year in a row, despite new competition entering the fray. New-vehicle VFACTS sales data published by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) today has revealed that Ram Trucks Australia delivered 3239 examples of its Ram 1500 pickup in 2024, outselling key rivals like the Chevrolet Silverado (2389) and Ford Australia’s newer Ford F-150 (2428).
Motor Authority
JANUARY 9, 2025
Scout says customers will be able to handle 80% of repair types at home or even out in a field The company is designing its vehicles with components that are easily accessible The company also plans repair guides and manuals that are easily accessible During last year's reveal of its Terra pickup and Traveler SUV, Volkswagen Group's new EV brand.
Autocar
JANUARY 9, 2025
Autocar artist's impression shows what the new Model Y (below) might look like up close Images circulated on social media show a prototype winter testing without any camouflage The overhauled Tesla Model Y has dropped its camouflage in a series of new images circulated on social media ahead of its imminent launch. They confirm previous reports that the electric SUV will sport a radically different design from that of the outgoing model, with LED light bars at its front and rear end.
Carscoops
JANUARY 7, 2025
Ram has detailed the facelifted 2500 and 3500 pickups, following a preview last year. The trucks have revised styling, updated interiors, and additional safety features. Two engines are available including a new 6.7-liter Cummins turbodiesel that produces 430 hp and 1,075 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups have been unveiled and will arrive at dealerships shortly.
CarExpert
JANUARY 6, 2025
Toyota has vowed to continue stipulating shorter servicing intervals on some of its most popular new models for the foreseeable future in Australia, citing greater reliability and engine longevity. At a time where aftersales provisions are firmly in the spotlight due to cost-of-living pressures, Toyota is at odds with the majority of the car industry by enforcing shorter six-month/10,000km servicing intervals on models including the HiLux , Prado and LandCruiser.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 8, 2025
Rolls-Royce is making its biggest investment in its plant since the site's opening in 2003 The investment is to support personalization services as well as EV production Rolls-Royce plans to unveil its second EV in 2025 Rolls-Royce is about to make the biggest investment in its plant since the site's opening in 2003, but the investment isn't aimed.
Drive.com
JANUARY 8, 2025
The battery-powered supercar can be seen reaching 120km/h before jumping over a 2.5m pothole and tyre spikes. Yangwang BYDs luxury division has once again drawn attention online after posting footage of its electric U9 supercar jumping over potholes and tyre spikes. In the one-minute video reshared by US news outlet CarBuzz on YouTube the performance car can be seen accelerating from a standstill to 120km/h at a racetrack before it jumps over a 2.5m-wide pothole 200m down the track.
Carscoops
JANUARY 6, 2025
Nissan’s 2024 sales gains prove affordable sedans still matter in a crowded SUV market. Infiniti’s decline shows how outdated luxury strategies no longer resonate with buyers today. Weak sales of Rogue and Armada expose critical flaws in Nissan’s current SUV strategy. Nissan is in a whole lot of financial trouble and is banking on a proposed merger with Honda and Mitsubishi to reverse its fortunes.
CarExpert
JANUARY 9, 2025
Reflective, high-visibility clothing may stand out to human drivers at night, but a recent study suggests it may be invisible to a vehicle’s automated crash prevention technology. The study, conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US, set out to determine the effectiveness of autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems detecting pedestrians wearing reflective clothing at night.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 7, 2025
Porsche is planning a second round of updates for its Cayenne Coupe A prototype for an updated Cayenne Coupe sporting a new front fascia has been spotted Porsche is working on an electric Cayenne but will continue to sell gas and plug-in hybrid versions alongside it Porsche has been spotted testing a prototype for a second facelift for the Cayenne.
Autocar
JANUARY 9, 2025
Boss says Duster's new hybrid range-topper will be automatic, LPG-compatible and affordable Dacia will introduce an all-wheel-drive version of the Duster with an electrified back axle by the end of this year. Speaking at Dacia 's press conference at the 2025 Car of the Year final , where the Duster is shortlisted for the award, company CEO Denis Le Vot confirmed a new technological solution for the firm's all-wheel-drive model.
Carscoops
JANUARY 10, 2025
The Subaru WRX STI gains a new S210 special edition with a limited production of 500 units. The engine has been upgraded to produce 296 hp, combined with a sharper chassis setup. The model features more pronounced aero components, special emblems, and carbon seats. Subaru made a surprise unveiling at the Tokyo Auto Salon with a new special edition of the WRX.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 6, 2025
Dealers are bracing for a sharp fall in pick-ups in 2025 following the government hike in taxation announced in the Budget last year. Sales are already in decline, down -8.3% in 2024 and this looks likely to accelerate this year, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders, which released van sales figures today. A cause for serious concern is the -8.3% drop in new pick-up registrations to 37,582 units a volume which could fall significantly further in 2025 following governmen
Motor Authority
JANUARY 7, 2025
The Lamborghini Revuelto has received its second recall, this time for a fire risk. The first recall was issued last fall, due to a windshield wiper potentially failing. The latest recall, which was published by the NHTSA on Dec. 19 (recall campaign number 24V945000), is due to oil potentially leaking from a connection flange from the engine's oil.
CarExpert
JANUARY 9, 2025
Ahead of the updated Cupra Formentor arriving in the second quarter of this year, we’ve been given this the Cupra Formentor VZe Tribe Edition. This limited-edition version of the sporty crossover is kitted out with a range of finishes to make it look like the flagship VZx including 19-inch copper-accented wheels and Petrol Blue leather, among others.
Carscoops
JANUARY 10, 2025
Ram CEO Tim Kuniskis has said they “took away a fundamental American thing” when they dropped the Hemi V8. He understands the anger, but wants to get production issues sorted out first before considering its return to the lineup. While the 1500 no longer offers a V8, the 2025 Ram 2500 and 3500 come standard with a 6.4-liter Hemi. With Carlos Tavares out and Tim Kuniskis back in, there’s been a lot of change at Stellantis in the past few months.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 10, 2025
Stoneacre is now representing Renault and Dacia franchises in Doncaster. The Doncaster operation joins existing Stoneacre Renault businesses in Blackburn, Chesterfield, Darlington and Northallerton. The group is currently awaiting planning to build a new site in Sheffield. The Doncaster Renault and Dacia franchises as well as Renault Vans are now accommodated at its existing Wheatley Road which houses its Seat, Cupra, MG, Fiat and Abarth franchises.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 10, 2025
The Cadillac F1 team will be a full works team with its own chassis and power units Responsible for Cadillac F1's power units will be the new GM Performance Power Units The Cadillac F1 team is anticipated to start racing in 2026, initially running Ferrari power units General Motors is taking steps to ensure that the forthcoming Cadillac Formula 1.
CarExpert
JANUARY 7, 2025
The polarising new four-cylinder Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series is slowly gaining acceptance among industry and private buyers in Australia and will eventually go on to outsell the V8 it replaces, its maker says. In July last year, Toyota Australia formally called time on the legendary V8 LandCruiser 70 Series workhorse after 17 years on sale due to changing regulations and community expectations.
Carscoops
JANUARY 9, 2025
Mercedes EV owners can use Tesla Superchargers in America from February 2025. The addition of 20,000 chargers increases Mercedes’ available network to 110,000. A $185 adapter is required, but Mercedes will fit NACS adapters to new EVs this year. Mercedes drivers are about to get a whole lot more choice when it comes to juicing up their EVs. From February 2025, the number of charge points open to them will balloon when access to Tesla’s Supercharger network is granted.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 8, 2025
Rolls-Royce is investing 300m into its production facility at Goodwood as it gears up for growing demand for bespoke cars from customers. In China, the marque responded to sustained demand for Bespoke from its dealers with younger buyers looking for a personalised experience. Last year it saw a 10% increase in Bespoke content value per motor car year-on-year The investment comes despite falling sales.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 10, 2025
Tesla's updated Model Y, code-named Juniper, has been revealed in China The updates include new styling and improved range and acceleration Deliveries start in China in March and are anticipated to start in the U.S. in the spring The Tesla Model Y's mid-cycle refresh, code-named Juniper, has been revealed, though currently only for the Chinese.
CarExpert
JANUARY 5, 2025
December 2024 new-vehicle sales were up even as many Australians struggle with the rising cost of living. A total of 99,666 new vehicles were sold in Australia in December 2024, according to data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) and the Electric Vehicle Council. This was an increase of 1.1 per cent. This represents a positive finish for what ended up being a record year for Australian new-vehicle sales, which saw 1,237,287 vehicles delivered, up 1.7 per cent on 2023.
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