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907-hp Lamborghini Temerario revealed as Huracán successor

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Behold the Lamborghini Temerario, the new V-8 plug-in hybrid successor to the top-selling Huracán. The new supercar made its debut on Friday in California as one of the stars of 2024 Monterey Car Week, and its arrival means Lamborghini is now a fully electrified brand, as the Aventador-replacing Revuelto and the Urus SE SUV are also plug-in.

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Longest Lasting Vehicles Named

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Toyota, trucks and SUVs dominate list of those with greatest chance of hitting 250K miles.

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Ultra-exclusive Rolls-Royce Phantom is more artwork than car

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Latest project from Goodwood's Bespoke division is an intricately detailed tribute to the Spirit of Ecstacy Rolls-Royce has taken to Pebble Beach to show off the latest limited edition from its Bespoke coachbuilding division: a highly exclusive reworking of the Phantom , inspired by the marque’s Spirit of Ecstacy mascot. Named the Phantom Scintilla and limited to just 10 examples, it’s the company’s first ‘production’ car to feature a ceramic bonnet emblem - a reference to The Winged Victory of

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Hundreds Of Brand-New Teslas Roasting Under The Florida Sun In Overgrown Field

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Hundreds of brand-new Teslas were spotted in Florida, surrounded by overgrown grass. The VINs indicate that most vehicles were manufactured between April and May 2024. A local service center reportedly confirmed that this lot is feeding the new Model 3 inventory. Hundreds of Teslas parked in an overgrown field might seem like a scene from a post-apocalyptic movie, but it’s happening right now in the US.

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2026 Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series gilds the classic roadster

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The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series to arrive in Red Ambience and White Ambience versions Maybach SL changes to a two-seater with a softer suspension tune Uses the 577-hp twin-turbo V-8 from the Mercedes AMG SL 63 The Mercedes SL convertible is coming in for the Maybach treatment. On Friday during Monterey Car Week, the German luxury brand.

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Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies

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Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Tesla Continue reading Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies Elizabeth Warren: Elon Musk 'betrayed' Tesla investors by prioritizing other companies originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 10 Aug 2024 08:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Track-ready Maserati MC20 GT2 Stradale brings more power, less weight

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The GT2 Stradale can sprint from 0-62mph in a time of 2.8sec Road-going GT2-inspired track car shaves 60kg, is boosted to 632bhp and gains prominent aero kit Maserati has revealed a track-ready, GT2-inspired version of its MC20 supercar. Compared with the regular MC20, the Maserati GT2 Stradale is 60kg lighter, it gets an extra 11bhp from its twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 and it is fitted with a prominent aero kit.

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Mazda EZ-6 electric car goes global, U.S. unlikely

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The Mazda EZ-6 sedan will be the automaker's first global-market EV, although Mazda isn't specifically discussing plans to sell it in the U.S. Mazda unveiled the EZ-6 in April at the 2024 Beijing auto show, saying at the time that the sedan would go on sale in China by the end of the year without announcing sales in other markets. On Tuesday the.

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2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds

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Filed under: Green , Dodge , Coupe , Electric , Future Vehicles , Performance , Sedan Continue reading 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona gets its first walkarounds originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Tuthill turns Porsche 911 into wild 1200kg GT1 racer for the road

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GT1-inspired bodywork is all carbonfibre 1990s Le Mans supercar inspires UK firm's most radical build yet; offers 500bhp atmo flat six and manual 'box British Porsche specialist Tuthill has channeled the spirit of a legendary 1990s endurance racer to create a highly exclusive, road-going supercar with track-honed technology and an analogue focus. It’s called the Tuthill GT One and has been conceived as a tribute to the fearsome GT1-spec Le Mans racers that Porsche introduced in 1993.

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Ford Mustang To Spawn Four-Door Coupe And Off-Road Variant

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Ford is reportedly planning an assortment of new Mustangs including a four-door coupe that could be called the Mach-4. The company also appears to have plans for a rally-inspired variant with all-wheel drive, a lifted suspension, and meaty tires. There could also be an RTR-tuned EcoBoost as well as what sounds like a Dark Horse convertible. Ford hinted at the possibility of a four-door Mustang back in 2022, when they quietly released a sketch of a sleek sports sedan.

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Honda patents Chevy Silverado EV-like reconfigurable mid-gate

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Honda is patenting its own version of the mid-gate that's making a return on the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. First spotted by Car and Driver, a Honda patent application published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on June 27, details what the automaker calls an "adjustable cargo area partition.".

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Californians are buying fewer Teslas in what could be a bad sign for Elon Musk

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Filed under: Green , Tesla , Car Buying Continue reading Californians are buying fewer Teslas in what could be a bad sign for Elon Musk Californians are buying fewer Teslas in what could be a bad sign for Elon Musk originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 11 Aug 2024 16:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Lamborghini Temerario replaces Huracan with 907bhp V8 PHEV

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Electrifying performance yields 0-62mph sprint time of 2.7sec and a 213mph top speed Lamborghini has taken the covers off the long-awaited replacement for its Huracán junior supercar: the Temerario. The revered 5.2-litre V10 that has powered Lamborghini’s mainstream supercars since 2003 has been ditched in favour of an all-new twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8, assisted by three electric motors.

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Hybrids’ Dirty Secret: Up To Nearly 5 Times The Lifetime Emissions Of EVs

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The ICCT calculated 2024 MY vehicle lifecycle emissions by powertrain type. Hybrids can be up to 4.9 times dirtier than BEVs, while PHEVs are about twice as polluting. ICE SUVs can emit up to 6.7 times more than BEVs charged with 100% renewable energy. While it’s well-known that battery electric vehicles ( BEVs ) produce zero tailpipe emissions, scrutiny often falls on their manufacturing and disposal processes.

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Chinese EV startup Human Horizons files for bankruptcy

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Chinese startup Human Horizons, the company behind the HiPhi performance EV brand, has filed for pre-bankruptcy restructuring, Bloomberg reported on Friday. Human Horizons filed an application for restructuring with a court in Yancheng, the eastern Chinese city where its factory is located, saying its assets could no longer cover debt as of April.

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Hyundai, Kia accused of selling owner data, leading to higher insurance premiums

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A class action lawsuit filed in the United States alleges Hyundai and Kia are sharing vehicle data, including trip reports and “hard braking” events, to insurance companies without owners’ consent. Carscoops reports the lawsuit was filed in California federal court by Mark Will, who claims data on his driving behaviour between December 2023 and April 2024 was shared with his insurance provider, triggering a $250 increase to his premium.

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New Mazda EZ-6 electric saloon confirmed for Europe

Autocar

Striking Tesla Model 3 rival will be exported to Europe from China, and a UK launch is on the cards Mazda will bring a striking new electric saloon to Europe as a rival to the BMW i4 and Tesla Model 3. The EZ-6 was revealed at the Beijing motor show earlier this year as an electric successor to the mid-sized Mazda 6, produced by the Japanese firm’s joint venture partner Changan Mazda in China.

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2025 Nissan Kicks Looks Like A Bargain, Begins Under $22k

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Nissan has announced the redesigned Kicks will be priced from $21,830. The crossover sports a more upscale design and a newly available all-wheel drive system. Power is provided by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 141 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque. The 2025 Nissan Kicks is a major step forward and it’s thankfully not accompanied by a huge price increase.

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Hardcore Maserati GT2 Stradale debuts in Monterey

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Maserati returned to international sports car racing last year with the launch of the GT2 race car based on the MC20 supercar. Now the race car has spawned a road-going sibling, the new GT2 Stradale. The car was unveiled on Friday at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, one of the premier events of 2024 Monterey Car Week currently underway in.

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Lamborghini Temerario revealed with a twin-turbo V8 hybrid that spins to 10,000 rpm

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Filed under: Green , Lamborghini , Coupe , Hybrid , Luxury , Performance , Supercars Continue reading Lamborghini Temerario revealed with a twin-turbo V8 hybrid that spins to 10,000 rpm Lamborghini Temerario revealed with a twin-turbo V8 hybrid that spins to 10,000 rpm originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 16 Aug 2024 14:52:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ultra-luxurious Mercedes SL is Maybach's first sports car

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Ultra-luxury brand turns AMG V8-engined two-seat drop-top into the "sportiest model in its history" Maybach has turned its hand to the Mercedes-AMG SL , creating an ultra-luxurious sports convertible to rival the Bentley Continental GTC and Ferrari Roma Spider. Revealed at Monterey Car Week in California, the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series is "the sportiest model in the Maybach brand's history".

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Forget Subtlety, 2025 Lincoln Navigator Goes Full-Bling

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The 2025 Lincoln Navigator features a modern design inspired by the Nautilus. The interior boasts a massive 48-inch panoramic display and a new split tailgate. Power comes from a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 producing 440 hp and 510 lb-ft. The Lincoln Navigator burst onto the scene nearly three decades ago, but the model has lost a lot of its luster. That’s reflected in sales as the Cadillac Escalade outsells it by nearly 3 to 1.However, Lincoln is fighting back with a new Navigator that borrow

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Why this Chinese EV newcomer thinks brand recognition isn’t a concern

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The latest Chinese brand to hit our market is hoping it will overcome its lack of brand recognition with high-tech, feature-packed vehicles. Zeekr Australia managing director Connal Yan told CarExpert the recent entry of other Chinese brands has shown Australians are open to considering cars from unfamiliar brands due to their features and pricing, rather than remaining loyal to more established brands. “I believe it’s been shown already in many of these EV brands that brand recognit

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Swedish EV maker Polestar starts U.S. production, avoiding heavy tariffs

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Filed under: Green , Plants/Manufacturing , Electric , Polestar Continue reading Swedish EV maker Polestar starts U.S. production, avoiding heavy tariffs Swedish EV maker Polestar starts U.S. production, avoiding heavy tariffs originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:17:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rimac Nevera R brings 2078bhp for world-beating 0-62mph time

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The Rimac Nevera R can also dispatch 0-186mph in a staggering 8.66sec R can hit 62mph in 1.81sec; built as better-handling and more agile proposition to standard 1888bhp Nevera The new Rimac Nevera R is the fastest-accelerating road car yet, covering 0-62mph in just 1.81sec. The 2078bhp hypercar can also dispatch 0-186mph in a staggering 8.66sec. Billed as the “alter ego” of the standard 1888bhp Nevera, the R’s new monstrous power figure – courtesy of four electric motors – is surpassed by only

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Hennessey Expects To Build 1,200-Horsepower Corvette ZR1

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John Hennessey says that his team is planning to heavily tune the new Corvette ZR-1. If he gets his way, the final version will make some 1,200 horsepower (894 kW). He also praised the engineers at Chevrolet for the work they do. The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is unquestionably one of the most lauded American cars this year. That’s true even though it’s not available for sale yet.

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DCS batteries suing YouTuber for ‘honest’ review sets scary precedent

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OPINION Queensland-based battery manufacturer Deep Cycle Systems (DCS) has filed a defamation case against an Australian-based YouTuber for a series of video reviews that alleging excessive battery degradation and not being fit for purpose. The Australian-based YouTuber is Stephan Fischer who runs AllOffroad 4×4 Adventures TV , a channel primarily based on off-road adventuring and everything associated with it – including reviews of accessories that you could find on a typical off-road vehi

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5 promises Elon Musk made about the Cybertruck that never happened

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Filed under: Mazda , Car Buying , Crossover , SUV Continue reading 5 promises Elon Musk made about the Cybertruck that never happened 5 promises Elon Musk made about the Cybertruck that never happened originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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BMW M5 Touring returns at last - as 717bhp hybrid

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The first M5 estate since 2010 arrives with supercar-baiting 0-62mph time of 3.6sec, and a top speed of 189mph The BMW M5 Touring returns for the first time since the V10-engined ‘E61’ bowed out in 2010, packing 717bhp from a V8-engined plug-in hybrid powertrain. With a peak torque of 738lb ft, that gives the new ‘G99’ wagon a supercar -baiting 0-62mph time of 3.6sec, and a top speed of 189mph (in derestricted Driver’s Package guise), while offering 1630 litres of seats-down boot space.

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Hyundai Recalling Nearly 40,000 Sonatas Over Flashing Brake Lights

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Hyundai is recalling 38,331 Sonatas from the 2024 model year. The vehicles were equipped with brake light software intended for foreign markets. Under heavy braking, the brake lights flash instead of remaining illuminated. The 2024 Hyundai Sonata received a bold new design and now it’s being recalled over faulty brake lights. In particular, there’s a software issue that could cause the lights to “flash and not illuminate properly.” The safety recall report says the lights

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South Korea asks carmakers to name and shame battery suppliers after EV fires

CarExpert

A recent highly-publicised electric vehicle (EV) fire has led the South Korean government to ask carmakers to disclose their battery suppliers, as it attempts to quell fears about future incidents. Earlier this month a Mercedes-Benz EV caught fire in an apartment building’s underground car park, damaging at least 70 other cars and sending more than a dozen people to hospital.

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UAW launches pro-Kamala Harris campaign to mobilize workers across US

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Filed under: Government/Legal , UAW/Unions Continue reading UAW launches pro-Kamala Harris campaign to mobilize workers across US UAW launches pro-Kamala Harris campaign to mobilize workers across US originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Brabus Rocket 900 R

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Famed German speed merchants break the habit of a lifetime to deliver an uber-Porsche 911 Some things just go contrary to the natural automotive order, such as a Porsche 911-based Brabus conversion.I mean, what next, an Audi RS4 by Alpina? Anybody who remembers the heyday of lunatic, Brabus-fettled Mercedes-Benzes with Ferrari-crushing power will find even the idea odd, never mind the reality.

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World’s Only Mint Green Ferrari F40 Pays Tribute To A 250 GTO

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The car’s color is inspired by the 250 GTO famously built for Stirling Moss. This F40 has just over 19,000 miles on the clock. Ferrari licensed Amalgam to create 1:8 and 1:18 scale models of the car. The Ferrari F40 is widely regarded as one of the finest supercars ever built, and a one-off example is heading to auction this weekend, where it’s expected to sell for between $1.9 million and $2.5 million.

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Yes, someone was actually fined for hogging the overtaking lane

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New South Wales Police has reminded motorists to be vigilant and stay out of the right-hand lane on certain roads, after issuing a fine to one driver who forgot one of the most basic road rules. According to New South Wales Police , the provisional driver was travelling on Sydney’s M5 motorway when they were spotted by Liverpool Highway Patrol officers disobeying the road’s “keep left unless overtaking” signs.

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2025 Lincoln Navigator revealed with dramatic look, massive screen in Monterey

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Filed under: Lincoln , SUV , Luxury Continue reading 2025 Lincoln Navigator revealed with dramatic look, massive screen in Monterey 2025 Lincoln Navigator revealed with dramatic look, massive screen in Monterey originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 15 Aug 2024 21:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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