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2025 Corvette ZR1 hits 9s, posts fastest 0-60 mph time yet

Motor Authority

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 lives up to expectations by setting new performance benchmarks, including the quickest-ever 0-60 mph time for a production Corvette. The new ZR1 will reach 60 mph from a standstill in 2.3 seconds, and run the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds, both with the optional ZTK Performance Package, Chevy confirmed Thursday in a.

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Vehicle Sales to Post 5-Year High

AutoDealer Today

Various conditions combined to pull consumers from the sidelines.

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Honda doesn’t want to buy Nissan, they want to kill it

Machines with Souls

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.

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Media post: The Modern Car Safety Features that Benefit Drivers the Most

Best Selling Cars Blog

If you get an older car, it will probably cost less. That might appeal, but if you go this route, your car likely wont have many modern safety features. You may choose to save up your money to buy a newer car for that reason. If you have kids, then you might think about how often you drive them around in your vehicle. Getting one that has top-of-the-line safety features should make you sleep a little better at night.

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Michelin and Brembo are reducing braking distances with AI

Motor Authority

Michelin and Brembo have pooled their talents in the area of artificial intelligence and other smart technologies to help make vehicles safer, especially when it comes to reducing braking distances. Announced on Dec. 12, the partnership is focused on the exchange of real-time data between Michelin's tire monitoring software and Brembo's Sensify.

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Calif. Dealer Group Challenges Scout Direct Sales

AutoDealer Today

Says plan for VW units plans to sell directly to consumers violate state law.

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How Get My Auto Ensures Engagement After Missed Appointments

Get My Auto

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.

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Porsche Macan Electric: Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 finalist

Motor Authority

The Porsche Macan Electric is a Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2025 finalist The Macan Electric's handlng delivers on its Porsche promise Prices start at $77,295 and range up to $107,295 The Macan Electric marks an important change for Porsche, transforming its second best seller from gas power into an EV that brings a sporty flair to the luxury.

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Back-Seat Buckling Reminders Coming

AutoDealer Today

NHTSA finalizes rule requiring the warnings there and enhancing front-seat signals.

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Massive number of Holden and HSV cars being stolen using cheap eBay tool

CarExpert

We’re huge fans of Australian cars, so it pains us to write stories like this, but vehicle thefts in Australia (in Victoria in particular) are getting out of control and there’s one group of cars being disproportionally targeted using a cheap device from eBay. Victoria Police this week announced that vehicle crimes in the southern state have reached record levels.

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How cheap does a BMW i8 need to be?

Machines with Souls

BMW i8 values are dropping, and one just hit an incredibly low price. But is it a car you'd want at any cost? The post How cheap does a BMW i8 need to be? appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Ram punts 1500 REV electric truck to 2026

Motor Authority

Ram announced on Wednesday that the 1500 REV will now arrive in 2026, a year later than originally promised when the electric full-size pickup truck was unveiled in early 2023. Instead, Ram will focus initially on the 1500 Ramcharger series plug-in hybrid, with order books for that model set to open in the first half of 2025. Ram stated that the.

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Fine-Tuning the Parts and Service Operation

AutoDealer Today

Driving profitability for any dealership can be greatly augmented by tweaking these fixed operations.

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The Hemi Lives! Dodge Extends Durango R/T And SRT Hellcat Production

Carscoops

Dodge has decided to extend production of Hemi-powered Durangos due to customer demand. The Durango R/T and SRT Hellcat were originally slated to die at the end of the month. The 2025 Durango R/T starts at $54,495 but you’ll need to shell out six figures for an SRT Hellcat. It’s a Christmas miracle of sorts as Dodge has announced they’re extending production of the Durango R/T and Durango SRT Hellcat.

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Honda Fans, Rejoice: The Prelude Hits US Showrooms in Late 2025

Motor 1

After a near-25-year absence, Honda's coupe will come back to America as a hybrid.

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Alfa Romeo builds first customer example of modern 33 Stradale

Motor Authority

The modern Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is now in production The sultry supercar will be built in a run of only 33 cars Power comes from a twin-turbocharged V-6 as standard but buyers can request an electric powertrain The first customer example of the modern Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has been completed, a little more than a year after the sultry supercar.

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Auto Loan Picture Calms

AutoDealer Today

Delinquency rates flatten and are expected to fall next year.

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Electric Jeep Wagoneer S Already Getting Dealer Discounts Of Up To $3,000

Carscoops

Some Jeep dealers are already offering discounts of up to $3,000 on the Launch Edition. EPA ratings show the Wagoneer S achieves 303 miles of range with standard Falken tires. Launching early next year, the electric SUV starts at $70,200 before a $1,795 destination fee. The Dodge Charger Daytona isn’t the only EV getting discounted ahead of launch as Jeep dealers are in a similar boat.

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The Best Truck of 2024 Is the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison

Motor 1

The highly capable ZR2 Bison proves more is always better.

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Honda Prelude to return to US in 2025 as a hybrid

Motor Authority

The Honda Prelude will return to the U.S. by late 2025, Honda announced on Tuesday. The car, which will likely arrive as a 2026 model given the timing, will be a production version of the Prelude concept rolled out at the 2023 Tokyo auto show, and it will retain the show car's hybrid powertrain. Prototypes spotted in the wild suggest the.

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Christmas chaos on the roads: avoid these dates if you can!

Auto Express

The RAC predicts millions will be on the move this festive season, with Christmas Eve set to be the busiest day

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CATL Drives China’s EV Battery Network Expansion With 1,000 New Stations

Carscoops

The Chinese battery maker plans to build more than 1,000 swapping stations in 2025. CATL has already co-developed 10 electric vehicles that will be supported by its network. Nio is the leader in EV battery-swapping and already operates over 2,600 stations in China. More than a decade ago, Elon Musk previewed innovative battery swap technology for electric vehicles that could serve as a compelling alternative to charging.

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It Begins: Honda and Nissan Reportedly Start Merger Talks

Motor 1

The two will allegedly operate under a new holding company.

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BMW has been testing an electric M2 since 2018

Motor Authority

BMW M built an electric M2 prototype in 2018 The electric M2 prototype was nicknamed “The Beast” because it was uncontrollable Lessons learned from the program will benefit an electric M3 headed to showrooms later this decade BMW M is working on an electric M3 as its first dedicated performance car powered by batteries. The electric M3.

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Report: Nio to launch in UK in early 2025 with new Onvo L60

Autocar

New L60 is said to be most aero-efficient SUV on sale Lack of import tariffs means UK will be first European market to get Chinese firm's new affordable EV brand Nio will reportedly bring its new affordable EV brand Onvo to Europe next year, starting with the launch of the L60 coup-SUV in the UK. As reported by Automotive News Europe , Nio's product planning boss Eric Yu explained that Onvo would come to the UK first because, unlike the EU,it doesn't import tariffs on Chinese-built EVs - which w

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Colorado Shoppers Can Drive Away In A New Fiat 500e For Just $62 Per Month

Carscoops

The lease is technically free but includes $1,297.68 in taxes and caps mileage at 10,000 per year. Lessees have the option to buy out the 500e at the end for $17,388. Fiat recently confirmed that it has extended its production pause of the EV in Italy. A couple of weeks ago, we brought you the story of a Nissan dealer in Colorado that was offering $5 leases on 2025 Leaf models.

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The Best SUV of 2024 Is the Lexus GX

Motor 1

Capable, comfortable, and all-around excellent, the new Lexus GX is the luxurious Land Cruiser weve been waiting for.

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Honda 0 Series EV prototypes head to 2025 CES

Motor Authority

Honda will unveil a pair of 0 Series prototypes at 2025 CES Teaser photo points to one of the prototypes being an evolution of the Honda Saloon concept unveiled during 2024 CES First 0 Series EV is due to start production around 2026 Honda will use the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) next month to unveil a pair of prototypes that the.

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Honda, Nissan plotting merger as EV competition rises – report

CarExpert

Japanese carmakers Honda and Nissan are reportedly looking to merge, amid rising electric vehicle (EV) sales from more affordable rivals. Nikkei Asia reports Honda and Nissan will soon begin negotiations which would see Japans second- and third-largest carmakers by volume join forces to stay afloat. Both carmakers sent separate statements to news agency Reuters without direct comment on the reported merger.

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Auto Loans Easier to Come By

F&I and Showroom

Greater credit access in November combines with falling delinquencies for more stable conditions.

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Nissan Will Sell the Old Kicks Alongside the New One

Motor 1

The 2025 Kicks Play is $310 cheaper than the all-new Kicks.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class spied with updates

Motor Authority

The current seventh-generation S-Class is about to receive a mid-cycle update A prototype for the updated Maybach S-Class variant has been spotted A redesigned S-Class is expected by the end of the decade with gas and electric options Mercedes-Benz is working on a mid-cycle refresh for its S-Class, and the latest prototype to be spotted is for the.

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Another Rolls-Royce Cullinan Falls Into The Hands Of Mansory

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The tuner is offering two carbon fiber finishes for its widebody kit. Upgrades made to the twin-turbo V12 means it now delivers a mighty 720 hp. A set of 24-inch forged wheels and lowered suspension complete the look. Whenever a high-end carmaker releases a new or updated model, you can bet your bottom dollar that it won’t take long before Mansory gets its hands on one.

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Australian Government aims to boost EV uptake with low-interest loans

CarExpert

As more Australian states phase out their electric vehicle (EV) incentives, the Australian Government is stepping in with a new one: low-interest loans. The Federal Government has announced it will offer these loans for workers earning less than $100,000 a year, as well as essential workers such as police officers, teachers, firefighters and nurses.

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Volkswagen Has Built the Final VR-6 Engine

Motor 1

A legendary engine retires after 34 years.

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BMW Panoramic iDrive: Next-gen user interface set for 2025 CES

Motor Authority

BMW to Present the New BMW Panoramic iDrive User Interface During 2025 CES Actor and comedian Tim Meadows has been hired to help present the user interface BMW Panoramic iDrive will first feature in BMW's Neue Klasse family of EVs, the first member of which is due in 2025 BMW will use the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show next month in Las Vegas to.

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11-Year-Old Flees From Police And Flips Minivan At 60 MPH

Carscoops

It’s unclear how the child managed to get the keys to the minivan. The van flipped onto its side after being driven through a flooded section of road at ~60 mph. The 11-year-old was transported to a hospital but didn’t suffer any visible injuries. If you were like us when you were 11 years old, you may have enjoyed playing Gran Turismo or Need for Speed during the holiday period.