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NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Why Your Dealership Needs AI to Stay Ahead AI is reshaping the automotive industry. Learn why AI isn’t just a nice-to-have for dealerships; it’s necessary to be competitive. Dealership AI has revolutionized the car business worldwide, and it shows no sign of stopping. Due to the abundance of available data, dealerships are a prime environment for maximizing AI.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
A Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally was the quickest car around an SCCA RallyCross course The Mustang Mach-E Rally won both its class and the outright event A Ford engineer was behind the wheel, simply as weekend fun Attendees and participants at the Detroit Octoberfast RallyCross event at the Auto City Speedway didn’t hear it coming, but an EV came.
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Best Selling Cars Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The Mercedes GLA hits a 65.5% private sales ratio in October. Private sales in Germany are down -2.6% year-on-year in October to 77,021 for a PS ratio (PSR) of 33.2% vs. 36.1% a year ago in October 2023. The year-to-date tally is up 0.5% to 765,470 and 32.6% PSR vs. 32.3% over the first 10 months of 2023. The VW T-Roc returns to the top spot it holds year-to-date with a 47% PSR, in line with the 47.4% it commands so far this year.
Machines with Souls
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Hagerty pits the Tesla Model 3 Performance vs BMW M3 Competition, and the results are skewed electric. Let's examine why that is. The post Debunking the Tesla Model 3 Performance vs BMW M3 appeared first on Machines With Souls.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Everything except the cars is up for sale via an online auction taking place now through Nov. 13.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
California-based UP.FIT, a division of Tesla tuner Unplugged Performance, has turned a Tesla Model S Plaid into a police car. Debuting at the 2024 SEMA show in Las Vegas, the Plaid police cruiser is destined for a community outreach program of the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, according to Unplugged Performance. The company's UP.FIT division.
Best Selling Cars Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The Ateca helps lift Cupra to its highest share ever in Poland. The Polish new car market is robust in October at +17.3% year-on-year to 47,013 units. This is particularly satisfying given October 2023 was already up 28% on the year prior. As a result the year-to-date volume is now up 14.3% to 437,029. Toyota (+4.5%) trails the market but still signs a strong 18.8% share, just above the 18.7% it holds year-to-date.
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AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Excessive transmission valve wear in certain vehicles can cause wheel locking.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
VW Group and Rivian collaborate on electrical architecture and software development First Rivian to use jointly developed systems will be R2 due in 2026 First VW Group models will use the the systems from 2027 Volkswagen Group has decided to deepen its ties with U.S. electric vehicle startup Rivian, with the two companies announcing on Tuesday.
Best Selling Cars Blog
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Hyundai Ioniq 5 sales are up 242.7% year-on-year. Thanks to 2 extra selling data compared to October 2023, local consultancy Desrosiers Automotive estimates a Canadian new light vehicle market up 8.8% year-on-year to 162,000 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 8.3% to 1,57 million units. More significantly, sales are now back to the pre-pandemic 2019 level.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
Hyundai admits it made a mistake by replacing too many physical controls with touchscreen buttons. The automaker’s US design chief says American drivers hated the trend, so future Hyundais will feature more old-school switches. However, the firm thinks attitudes may change when cars are equipped with more self-driving technology. You could call it the Tesla Effect.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The ATP is still elevated despite still-rising incentive packages as the year wanes.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The Polestar 3 has been given a price cut for 2025, while the Polestar 2 is a lot more expensive The 2025 Polestar 3 now starts at $68,900 The 2025 Polestar 2 now starts at $66,200 Swedish performance EV brand Polestar is bringing down the starting price of some of its models in the U.S. while raising it on others. The U.S.-built Polestar 3.
Best Selling Cars Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Renault sales are up 79.4% in October. The Ukrainian new car market edges up 1.3% year-on-year in October to 5,807 units. This means the year-to-date volume is now up 19.1% to 59,067. This month Renault (+79.4%) surges ahead to lodge its first monthly win since April 2022. The French carmaker holds 13.3% share vs. 10.6% so far this year. It overtakes traditional leader Toyota (-26.9%) in great difficulty this month at 11.7% of the market vs. 15.4% year-to-date.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Lexus has introduced the 2025 RZ, which benefits from new entry-level trims as well as sizable price cuts. The model starts at $43,975 which is $490 less than the 2024 Toyota bZ4X. Two different powertrains are available and the entry-level model has 201 hp. The Lexus RZ has always been a fine, but unremarkable EV. However, it’s getting a lot more interesting as pricing for the 2025 model starts at $43,975 including destination.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
The BMW i3 of 2026 will look nothing like the quirky electric hatchback that went before BMW's radical Neue Klasse concept will evolve into the next 3 Series, which is now testing with electric power The radical new electric BMW 3 Series has hit the road for the first time, as the company gears up to take on the Tesla Model 3 and next Mercedes-Benz CLA in 2026.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Bugatti Mistral claims land speed record for a production open-top car Record car is a one-off example costing $14.7 million Mistral production capped at 99 units Bugatti's Mistral roadster has been taken to a top speed of 282 mph, and in the process has claimed the world land speed record for a production open-top car. The run took place on Nov.
CarExpert
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Volvo Car Australia has recalled 47 vehicles across its S60, V60, XC60 and XC90 model lines due to a fault which can result in a loss of braking performance. “Due to a manufacturing defect, the brake pedal rod may not have been fastened to the specified torque and could detach. If this occurs, it can result in a reduction in braking performance and/or a loss of vehicle control,” the carmaker said in its recall notice.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
We’re testing the 2025MY Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition. Power comes from a 6.4-liter Hemi producing 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque It is likely the last V8 Wrangler in history – unless Jeep surprises us again. Love V8s? Well, you know we do—but we’d all better savor them while we can, because they’re quickly going the way of the dodo.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Renault mobility brand's first model promises to rewrite the city car rulebook in a fun-sized package Before we consider the weird - and perhaps wonderful - world of the Mobilize Duo, we should briefly revisit the car it ultimately succeeds: the Renault Twizy.There was plenty about that two-seater quadricycle that made it an illogical purchase. It didn't have windows or a heater, its electric range was less than 50 miles and it cost as much as most second-hand city cars of the period.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Redesigned 2026 Honda Passport revealed ahead of launch in early 2025 2026 Honda Passport comes standard with 285-hp V-6 2026 Honda Passport pricing will start in mid-$40,000 range A new generation of the Honda Passport two-row midsize SUV is headed to showrooms early next year as a 2026 model. Buyers will be able to choose from a base RTL model.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
ECP Inc. was recognized in the 2024 Dealers' Choice Awards for a diamond award in the Appearance Protection category; and a gold award in the F&I Ancillary Products category.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
A camouflaged prototype of the upcoming BMW i3 sedan was spotted in the wild. The EV stablemate of the BMW 3-Series will ride on the Neue Klasse architecture. The sedan is expected to debut in 2026, one year after the closely-related iX3 SUV. BMW’s Neue Klasse initiative marks a pivotal chapter for the Bavarian brand, with at least six fully electric models set to launch by 2028.
Machines with Souls
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Because they don't make many, Lexus RC-F values are holding pretty high. Can an M4 with more performance tempt you? The post Lexus RC-F values are uncommonly strong appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
The last Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing built will be among the lots of a small, but exclusive, RM Sotheby's auction in Las Vegas. Scheduled to cross the block Nov. 22, this Gullwing is the last of 1,400 built between 1954 and 1957. That's based on its chassis number (7500079) and completion date (May 15, 1957), according to the auction listing.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
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Carscoops
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
Hertz is selling three Ford Mustang Shelby GT500-Hs from its exclusive fleet. These limited-production specials were created for the rental company in 2022. Each is equipped with a 900-hp supercharged V8 and features unique styling details. While buying a used Mustang rental may not be the wisest move for your wallet, the rules change when it comes to limited-production specials, like those made specifically for Hertz.
Motor 1
NOVEMBER 10, 2024
Shocking: People want more buttons.
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
VW Group and Rivian collaborate on electrical architecture and software development First Rivian to use jointly developed systems will be R2 due in 2026 First VW Group models will use the the systems from 2027 Volkswagen Group has decided to deepen its ties with U.S. electric vehicle startup Rivian, with the two companies announcing on Tuesday.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Changes were approved in June and are required for all accreditation applications submitted after Dec. 31.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Kia will use the Los Angeles Auto Show to introduce five new vehicles. The company isn’t saying much at this point, but dropped an apparent teaser image of the US-spec Sportage. We can also expect to see the facelifted EV6 as well as a surprise or two. Kia is planning to storm the Los Angeles Auto Show with five different debuts. The company is playing coy on specifics, but said we can expect models with internal combustion engines, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, and electric power
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Lucid Air police car being evaluted by California Highway Patrol Production plans haven't been announced Police version of rival Tesla Model S already available Lucid took to social media this week to show off the first photos of an Air police car prototype that recently took part in an evaluation program run by the California Highway Patrol. The.
AutoDealer Today
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Dozens of reports of engine failure appear to be similar to those addressed by an earlier recall that these vehicles weren’t included in.
Carscoops
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
The 2026 Acura ADX is an all-new, lower-priced entry-level competitor in the compact luxury crossover SUV space. The Acura ADX is built on the same platform as the Acura Integra and will share the Integra’s 1.5-liter engine, too. Pricing of the new ADX will start in the mid-$30,000 range, with cars arriving in dealerships early next year. Acura is wading into the crowded entry-level crossover pool with the all-new ADX.
Autocar
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Lexus's line of V8 hotrods ends with a fiery-sounding feast of carbonfibre The Lexus F-brand performance car as we’ve come to know it – that superbly left-field, one-fingered salute to German performance car hegemony – might now finally be a spent force. With both the IS F and GS F super-saloons fading in the memory, the subject of this road test – the Lexus RC F Ultimate Edition – is a V8-engined full stop of a sort.For the past 20 years, these cars have been like some wonderfully strange exper
Motor Authority
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Redesigned Kia Telluride expected to debut in 2025 as a 2026 model New Telluride expected to offer hybrid powertrain for the first time Redesigned version of related Hyundai Palisade has also been spotted Engineers from Kia have been spotted testing a camouflaged prototype for a redesigned Telluride for the first time. It is being developed.
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