Motor Authority
MARCH 5, 2024
About 18 months ago, Dodge showed off a wild Charger Daytona SRT Concept meant to ease the muscle car brand’s shift from its V-8 past to its electric future. Big promises were made to carry on the spirit of combustion in an electric package, from an artificial exhaust note to a multi-speed transmission and other oddities for an EV, including.
Autocar
MARCH 4, 2024
Castle Bromwich to finish production of Jaguar's saloons, estate and sports car in a matter of weeks Jaguar will end production of the XE , XF and F-Type in a matter of weeks, as its Castle Bromwich factory in Birmingham prepares to transition to production of body panels for a whole new line of vehicles. The retirement of Jaguar's two saloons and its flagship sports car means the brand's line-up will become SUV-only, with just the I-Pace , E-Pace and F-Pace remaining on sale through 2024.
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Drive.com
MARCH 7, 2024
Car dealerships will have access to a new credit line to source electric vehicles, thanks to a new funding package from the Federal Government. The Australian Government has announced a $76 million funding package it says will improve the supply of electric cars for buyers. An investment of $50 million will be made available to car dealerships, providing them with a credit line to purchase stock of electric cars for their forecourts.
Auto Blog
MARCH 5, 2024
Filed under: Green , Dodge , Coupe , Electric , Future Vehicles , Performance Continue reading 2024 Dodge Charger revealed: 2-door EV this year, 4-door and inline-6 next year 2024 Dodge Charger revealed: 2-door EV this year, 4-door and inline-6 next year originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 5 Mar 2024 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Motor Authority
MARCH 5, 2024
Kia has been spotted testing a midsize pickup truck due on sale next year and set to be labeled a Tasman. The pickup is aimed at global offerings like the Ford Ranger and Volkswagen Amarok twins, as well as the ever popular Toyota Hilux, and is unlikely to be sold in the U.S. Instead, Kia will launch an electric pickup in the U.S. sometime before.
Autocar
MARCH 6, 2024
Anglias and Zephyrs at Ford Salisbury factory; note tractors at back The Central African Federation saw healthy production of Fords, Land Rovers and Minis before politics took hold As the world rebuilt from the ruins of war, economic miracles occurred in nations both victorious and defeated. Among them was one that few know about today: the Central African Federation (CAF), founded in 1953.
Drive.com
MARCH 4, 2024
New-car deliveries increased by 20 per cent year-on-year last month – and beat the all-time February record by 8500 vehicles. February 2024 marked another record month for deliveries of new motor vehicles in Australia – and the 10th consecutive month of growth – as dealers continue to clear back-orders written last year, or earlier. However, experts continue to warn the record run will not continue forever, and that the sales result – which reflects the number of car deliveries, not orders taken
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Motor Authority
MARCH 5, 2024
The Holy Grail of classic Ferraris is currently up for sale, though only the mega rich need apply. British dealership Tom Hartley Jnr has a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO listed, and naturally the price is only available to serious bidders. The 250 GTO is a homologation special built as the final evolution of Ferrari's 250 GT series of cars. Production ran.
Autocar
MARCH 7, 2024
Dual-motor powertrain sends up to 905bhp through all four wheels. The British brand's first performance saloon since the Carlton arrives as rapid EV Lotus has confirmed pricing for the new Emeya. The electric super saloon starts from £94,950 in the UK, and rises to £129,950 for the 905bhp 'R' range-topper. Carrying the torch from the 1990 Lotus Carlton into the electric era, the Emeya arrives shortly after Lotus revealed its first SUV, the Eletre , as part of a new family of lifestyle-oriented
Auto Blog
MARCH 8, 2024
Filed under: Green , Weird Car News , Tesla , Truck , Electric Continue reading Watch what bullets the Tesla Cybertruck can (and can't) stop Watch what bullets the Tesla Cybertruck can (and can't) stop originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 8 Mar 2024 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 6, 2024
Electric vehicles are too expensive in the West. We know it, dealers know it and carmakers know it. Even the most affordable models are still less affordable than the equivalent combustion-powered car, though Western car brands talk excitedly about how their next-generation EV platforms will bring electric tech to the street for thousands of dollars less than it currently costs.
Motor Authority
MARCH 6, 2024
The Renault 5 isn't the only iconic nameplate Renault plans to revive for the electric era. A modern Renault 4 is also in the works, and a prototype has been spotted for the first time. The original 4, also known as the 4L, saw production span more than 30 years, finally ending in 1994. Available in a variety of body styles, though primarily a.
Autocar
MARCH 5, 2024
The longest-lived car in the VW line-up gets one final generation - and the brand pulls out all the stops The Volkswagen Passat has been in production for more than 50 years, during which time it has captured more than 30 million sales worldwide.It may not be as widely celebrated as the smaller Volkswagen Golf, but its 1973 introduction preceded that of the hatchback by almost a year, making it the longest-lived car in the Volkswagen line-up.It’s important to point this out because the new ninth
CarExpert
MARCH 7, 2024
A second carmaker has quit the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) this week, blaming the peak body for car brands in Australia for its messaging on proposed federal emissions regulations. In a letter to the FCAI, Polestar Australia boss Samantha Johnson says the FCAI’s commentary on the Australian Government’s preferred option for the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) “may have irrevocably damaged consumer perception and trust in the proposed policy” Pol
Carscoops
MARCH 8, 2024
Giving your car to a valet can be risky. You could return to find your wheels have been scratched or worse still, may discover a valet driver has taken your prized possession for a joyride. One thing you certainly wouldn’t expect is for the valet driver to give the keys to your car to a stranger and let them drive off in it. Late last year, Scott Ware and his wife checked in to the Thompson Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Drive.com
MARCH 7, 2024
Accusing the organisation of making public misrepresentations and ignoring the interests of some of its members, Polestar has left the FCAI – becoming the second electric-car brand to quit the lobby group in less than 24 hours. Less than 24 hours after Tesla quit, electric car brand Polestar has also renounced its membership with the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) – the peak lobby group made up of the major automotive brands in Australia.
Autocar
MARCH 5, 2024
New Dodge Charger Daytona is the first car based on Stellantis's STLA Large platform All-new muscle car seats five, hits 60mph in 3.3sec and promises Hellcat levels of noise, even in EV form The eighth-generation Dodge Charger has been unveiled, dropping its long-running Hemi V8 engine for a choice of straight-six or battery-electric power. The new Charger Daytona's combustion offering is the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre Hurricane six from the Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Auto Blog
MARCH 7, 2024
Filed under: Green , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Performance , Rivian Continue reading Rivian reveals R3, R3X electric SUVs as surprise siblings to R2 Rivian reveals R3, R3X electric SUVs as surprise siblings to R2 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 7 Mar 2024 13:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 3, 2024
This year’s GreenerCars rankings just came out and a vehicle with a gas-burning engine beat all the rest. Coming in second through fifth though were all- electric vehicles. Here’s a breakdown of how these rankings came about, who the big winners were, and which EV also managed to be one of the worst offenders in the scoring. Ranking how “green” a car could be done several ways from fuel cost over the course of a year, how efficiently a vehicle slips through the air, and o
Drive.com
MARCH 7, 2024
Isuzu has pleaded with government to relax its proposed new-car emissions targets until low or zero-emissions versions of its utes and 4WDs are ready – or it could be forced to pull out of Australia. Isuzu Ute has warned it and other car makers may be required to withdraw from Australia if they cannot meet the Federal Government’s proposed emissions targets for new vehicles – and are unable to pass on enough of the fines they face to customers.
Autocar
MARCH 7, 2024
Should the Model 3's steering wheel indicators disqualify it from being sold in the UK? Controls that have migrated away from physical buttons and onto touchscreens has left Matt Prior in despair To my relief, it looks like the answer to the question “is it just me?” is no. Too many cars in recent times have had me despairing at the number of controls that have migrated away from physical buttons and onto touchscreens.
Auto Blog
MARCH 7, 2024
Filed under: Green , Green Automakers , Technology , Crossover , SUV , Electric , Luxury , Off-Road Vehicles , Rivian Continue reading 2026 Rivian R2 revealed with over 300 miles of range, 0-60 in 3 seconds 2026 Rivian R2 revealed with over 300 miles of range, 0-60 in 3 seconds originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 7 Mar 2024 13:38:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 5, 2024
While the Tesla Cybertruck already boasts impressive performance with its electric powertrain, independent artist Vishnu Suresh, also known as Zephyr Designz, decided to take us on an imaginary wild ride. Because why not throw a Porsche flat-six engine onto the back of a fictional Cybertruck? Along with some outlandish body kit, oversized wheels, and a suspension lower than Elon’s expectations for Mars colonization, you’ve got yourself an imagination on overdrive.” Everything s
Drive.com
MARCH 6, 2024
Tesla is offering up to $10,000 off the listed price of remaining new and demo stock of the pre-update Model 3 electric car. Model 3 RWD pictured. Remaining new and ex-demonstrator examples of the 2022 and 2023 Tesla Model 3 electric sedan are being offered for up to $10,000 off in all jurisdictions except Western Australia – while stocks last. Tesla is clearing its remaining stock of the pre-update 2022 and 2023 Model 3 , after the facelifted model arrived late last year.
Autocar
MARCH 8, 2024
Just 25 examples of the ultra-lightweight road rocket will be produced Wild new GT Street R Touring receives wide-reaching aero tweaks and a 0-62mph time to match the Bugatti Veyron German tuner Techart has revealed the GT Street R Touring – a jaw-dropping sports car based on the Porsche 911 Turbo S , touting a raft of aerodynamic tweaks, lightweight materials and up to 789bhp.
Auto Blog
MARCH 4, 2024
Filed under: By the Numbers , Earnings/Financials , Green , Ford , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading Ford U.S. sales jump 10.5% in February, beating Toyota for second straight month Ford U.S. sales jump 10.5% in February, beating Toyota for second straight month originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 4 Mar 2024 16:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 6, 2024
In January, BYD launched its first cargo ship exclusively for vehicle exports, and over the coming two years, it plans to add an extra seven car carriers to its fleet in a bid to boost its global sales and exports even further. The first cargo ship built for BYD can carry up to 7,000 vehicles and was the first car carrier built in a Chinese shipyard to be used solely to export local vehicles overseas.
Drive.com
MARCH 4, 2024
The first Chinese-built Kia sold in Australia has been captured on local roads ahead of showroom arrivals later this year. The 2024 Kia EV5 has been spotted testing in Australia ahead of first showroom arrivals due from the middle of this year. Estimated to be priced from $60,000 before on-road costs, the EV5 is a rival to the Tesla Model Y , and is built in China – a first for a Kia in Australia.
Autocar
MARCH 8, 2024
BYD power and outdoorsy styling for Ssangyong successor's debut EV BYD, Fisker, Nio, IM, Omoda, Jaecoo, Seres, Skywell, Lucid, Ora… How many more new brands can the UK car market take before it bursts at the seams? And now there's another: KGM. But at least this is something of a known entity, having sold cars here for two decades in its previous life as Ssangyong.
Auto Blog
MARCH 8, 2024
Filed under: Green , Tesla , Truck , Electric Continue reading Tesla Cybertruck values drop sharply after big spike Tesla Cybertruck values drop sharply after big spike originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 8 Mar 2024 09:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 4, 2024
Every now and then, you’ve probably felt the urge to swing by Dunkin’ Donuts for a coffee or a sweet treat. However, for the driver of this Mazda CX-5 , their trip through the drive-thru didn’t quite go as planned. The incident happened in Londonderry, New Hampshire, and images shared by the local police department show the SUV has somehow ended up on its side at the entrance to the drive-thru.
Drive.com
MARCH 5, 2024
Transportation is putting increased pressure on the cost-of-living crisis for Australians, according to the latest data. The average Australian household is spending 17 per cent of its income on transportation, after costs increased by more than three times the national inflation rate in 2023. According to the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) – the peak body representing the NRMA, RACV, RACQ, RAA, RAC, RACT, and AANT motoring clubs – transport costs increased by 13 per cent over the year,
Autocar
MARCH 6, 2024
The powertrain uses a 59bhp fuel cell working with a 16kWh 400V battery Viritech's 'ready-to-run' VPT60N powertrain is designed to suit a wide range of development vehicles The first off-the-shelf hydrogen powertrain has been developed by UK engineering firm Viritech and is targeted at manufacturers that are looking to "rapidly deploy" FCEVs. The powertrain, named VPT60N, has been created to demonstrate the advantages of FCEV technology over conventional electric powertrains.
Auto Blog
MARCH 6, 2024
Filed under: Green , Kia , Car Buying , Crossover , SUV , Electric Continue reading Kia offers deep discounts on the brand-new EV9 Kia offers deep discounts on the brand-new EV9 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 6 Mar 2024 09:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Carscoops
MARCH 2, 2024
Lexus has been producing the current RC model for nearly a decade now, having been launched in October of 2014. In comparison to its competitors, it feels decidedly outdated. In fact, it seemed antiquated even five years ago. On the other hand, even though it too has been around for a while, since 2017 to be specific, the current Lexus LC outshines the RC in terms of modernity, luxury, and overall appeal, with many regarding it as one of the most stunning cars on the market.
Drive.com
MARCH 4, 2024
The next-generation Subaru Forester is scheduled to arrive in Australia in 2025, with an upgraded hybrid system partially sourced from Toyota planned to launch alongside the petrol version. The new Subaru Forester has been confirmed for Australia in 2025 – after it arrives in the US this year – with the option of hybrid power at launch. While the new Forester is a ‘reskin’ of its predecessor – on familiar underpinnings – the hybrid will ditch Subaru’s criticised in-house techno
Autocar
MARCH 4, 2024
Sleek, low-slung electric Range Rover prototype gives clues to larger new Velar EV for 2025 The first electric Range Rover prototype has been spotted testing, as the brand prepares to reveal its first EV in the coming months. It is thought to be a test car for the the electric successor to the Velar , which has a similarly sleek and low-slung profile.
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