Best Selling Cars Blog

JUNE 3, 2025

The Skoda Elroq is the best-selling vehicle in the Netherlands in May. The Dutch new car market steps up a sturdy +7.3% year-on-year in May to 30,188 registrations. However due to a slow start of the year the YTD volume remains in negative at -6% to 148,610. HEVs hold 49.2% of the market at 14,850 sales, followed by BEVs at 34.6% and 10,440, Petrol at 14.2% and 4,288, diesel at 1.7% and 510 and LPG at 0.3% and 100 units.

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Carscoops

JUNE 1, 2025

Driver assistance systems aim to save lives but are helping drive up insurance premiums. Sensors and cameras are costly to replace and must be calibrated at specialized facilities. U.S. insurance rates have been rising for years and may soon reach $2,101 on average. Driver assistance systems are built to enhance safety and convenience, but they come with an unexpected trade-off: higher insurance rates.

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Motor 1

JUNE 2, 2025

"The car is sitting like lead at the dealers.

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Autocar

JUNE 3, 2025

New Renault 5 rival is being rolled out in seven new European markets and a right-hand-drive model is in the works The Nio Firefly , a Chinese rival for the Renault 5 and incoming Volkswagen ID 2 , has been confirmed for Europe and UK sales should soon follow. The electric supermini was launched in China in April, offering a range of 260 miles (albeit on the lenient CLTC test cycle) and a single rear-mounted 141bhp motor for the equivalent of around 12,500.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

JUNE 3, 2025

First Taiwanese Top 10 finish for the Toyota Alphard. New car sales in Taiwan are off a devastating -23.1% year-on-year in May to 31,910 units. This mediocre result is attributed by the local specialised press to a wait-and-see attitude by car buyers amidst the uncertain tariff situation. Meanwhile the year-to-date tally is down -13.8% to 164,647. Toyota (-14.3%) resists better than the market but its share, at 28.2%, is significantly lower than its YTD level (31.2%).

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Carscoops

JUNE 1, 2025

An Alfa Romeo Tonale owner reports tailgate rust and paint bubbling after one year. Dealership allegedly denies defect, claiming that such paint issues are “100% normal.” Customer’s Reddit post sparked debate over SUV’s long-term durability and paint quality. Some cars earn a reputation the hard way, and Alfa Romeo’s isn’t exactly built on sterling reliability.

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Motor 1

JUNE 3, 2025

Say hello to Piston Peak National Park.

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CarExpert

JUNE 3, 2025

It can be hard keeping track of all the new brands coming to Australia, almost all of them coming from China and many coming from one automaker in particular. That would be Chery, Chinas largest vehicle exporter, which re-entered Australia in 2023 with a factory-backed distribution operation. This year, its rolling out two brand names, but what it refers to as one brand: Omoda Jaecoo.

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

Ford is recalling thousands of vehicles due to multiple safety issues and repair mistakes. Lincoln’s Corsair and Nautilus as well as Ford’s Bronco Sport, Escape, and Maverick could catch fire. A failed earlier recall is also forcing F-150 Lightning trucks back to dealerships for repairs. Ford’s recalls are getting hot and heavy in all the wrong ways.

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Drive.com

JUNE 3, 2025

The gimmicks to prove one plug-in hybrid ute is tougher than another are only set to get more outlandish as GWM takes the first swipe at BYD in a battle of the brawniest. GWM has taken its first swipe at BYD as brands clamour to show which of their new-energy utes best lives up to the Aussie need for a hard-working, go-anywhere dual-cab ute. In a demonstration organised by GWM , the newly released Cannon Alpha PHEV was sent to tackle Beer OClock Hill, part of The Springs 4×4 Adventure Park

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Autocar

JUNE 2, 2025

Swedish firm targets significant sales growth with expanded line-up led by crucial new electric SUV The forthcoming Polestar 7, the brands first mass-market model, is set to be a far bigger seller than any of its current line-up but will retain the premium billing and dynamic credentials of those cars. The Europe-made, Europe-focused crossoveris being primed as the catalyst behind a significant growth in sales for the Swedish car maker.

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CarExpert

JUNE 3, 2025

If you’re thinking about buying a Ford Ranger PHEV and replacing the tub with a steel tray or work canopy, the Blue Oval has a word of advice: don’t. The first plug-in hybrid Ranger will only be available in four dual-cab 4×4 pickup variants from launch: XLT, Sport, Wildtrak, and Stormtrak. The new PHEV powertrain option wont be offered in the same fleet- and trade-oriented single-cab, 4 2 and cab/chassis configurations as the diesel-powered Ranger, leading to questions around

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

Polestar has begun accepting orders for the 4, which will arrive this fall. Pricing starts at $56,400 and customers can get rear- or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive variants have 544 hp and an estimated range of 270 miles. The Polestar 4 debuted over two years ago , but the model has finally gone on sale in the United States. However, customers still have a wait ahead of them as production for US-bound models won’t begin in South Korea until this summer.

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Motor 1

JUNE 3, 2025

When we reached out to Dodge for a comment, the automaker didn't offer an explanation.

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Auto Express

JUNE 3, 2025

Internal distractions, such as chatting to a passenger, led to 940 road casualties in 2023, including 81 fatalities

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CarExpert

JUNE 3, 2025

The Volkswagen Tayron is arriving in Australia in September as a replacement for the Tiguan Allspace , and it’ll be offered with a choice of three trim levels, three powertrains, and two seating layouts. Volkswagen Australia has released some specification details for the new SUV, though it will release pricing closer to the new models local launch.

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

Six Utah cities earned over 10 percent of general fund revenue from traffic fines in 2024. Sunset led the state by collecting nearly $500K or 14.7 percent from traffic enforcement. Practice raises growing concerns about quotas, policing priorities, and loss of public trust. Some small towns in Utah might be pulling more from your glovebox than you think.

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Autocar

JUNE 3, 2025

New Leaf will be twinned with the next-generation Juke and built in Sunderland Nissan confirms full debut for the Leaf crossover in June ahead of production starting in Sunderland The new third-generation Nissan Leaf will be fully revealed later this month ahead of a market launch by the end of the year. In a new video showcasing some of the Leaf's headline attributes, Nissan revealed new details and angles of its upcoming Skoda Elroq rival, which will begin production at the firm's Sunderland f

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Dealer World

JUNE 3, 2025

With todays always connected digital economy, identity is currency. For the automotive industryspanning rentals, dealerships, insurance providers, and financing institutionsthat currency is increasingly being challenged. The numbers are staggering with U.S. auto lenders facing an estimated $9.2 billion in fraud loss exposure. This surge in identity-based fraud is not only draining revenue but also undermining trust and operational integrity across the industry.

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Drive.com

JUNE 1, 2025

As reports swirl that it’s on the chopping block, the controversial Luxury Car Tax will slug thousands of hybrid car customers with higher levies but offer no reprieve to anyone else. The standard Luxury Car Tax new-car price threshold has failed to increase year-on-year for the first time in 14 years, after car buyers have been handed up to $16,000 in buffer from the much-maligned tariff since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

The EVs were driven off a train at GM’s Factory Zero plant, but didn’t get very far. It appears both Hummers lost their tires while driving on the train tracks. There’s no indication as to how the thieves managed to get into the train. Sometimes ambition outpaces planning, and nowhere is that more obvious than in the story of two would-be car thieves who bit off way more than they could boost.

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Autocar

JUNE 2, 2025

Striking Neolun concept heads into production as GV90, a bold new luxury SUV contender Genesis is ramping up to launch a new electric luxury SUV to rival the Range Rover EV and Volvo EX90. The GV90 is effectively Genesis s take on the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9 , sharing its fundamental platform and innards with those family-focused seven-seaters, but applying a premium sheen.

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Dealer World

JUNE 3, 2025

The automotive dealership model is constantly facing change, especially in the types of vehicles retailers can service. In particular, as the commercial vehicle market shifts toward opportunities for electrification within their vehicle fleets, local dealerships are being called upon to do more than sell vehicles. They must become strategic partners in their customers sustainability journeys for both passenger vehicles and that of fleet customers.

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CarExpert

JUNE 1, 2025

All Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles are now $1500 more expensive than before, and there are no corresponding specification changes. The price increase came into effect last month (on May 1, 2025) and doesn’t affect non-hybrid versions of the large SUV. It sees the Santa Fe Hybrid range now open at $57,000 before on-road costs for the entry-level front-wheel drive variant, making it $4000 more expensive than the equivalent front-wheel drive petrol variant.

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Carscoops

JUNE 4, 2025

New P7 sedan features scissor doors, carbon-look trim, and up to 586 horsepower. Chrome and purple-wrapped prototypes spotted testing on public Chinese roads. Full debut scheduled for Guangzhou Auto Show with launch expected in Q3 2025. China’s booming EV market isn’t short on drama, and with new models launching at breakneck speed, it’s hard to keep up.

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Motor 1

JUNE 3, 2025

With success on the track, Toyota could bring some of that power to the road.

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Drive.com

JUNE 1, 2025

It’s no surprise that Sydney is Australia’s most expensive city. But did you know a daily parking fee in the CBD can cost the same as a full tank? As some drivers continue to cut costs to keep up with current economic pressures, parking fees are generally a daily expense that some motorists have no choice but to pay. While its no secret that parking rates in some areas have skyrocketed in recent years, if you’re a driver in Sydney, chances are you could be paying the highest da

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Autocar

JUNE 3, 2025

Qashqai rival receives comfort-focused update and fresh new look Just two-and-a-half years on from its launch, the Renault Austral SUV has been given a refresh to boost its appeal and fend off rivals like the Kia Sportage and Nissan Qashqai.Much of the old Austral remains, but it has been tweaked and fettled to bring it right up to date with Renault's current line-up of hybrid models.As such, the Austral has gainedrevised gearbox software, additional soundproofing and new dampers all fitted in a

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

Work on a new Celica is reportedly already at an advanced development stage. The sports model hasn’t yet been approved, at least not for the United States. It’s been nearly 20 years since the seventh-generation Celica ended production. There’s something uniquely persistent about the sports car rumor mill, and Toyota seems to be feeding it again.

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Dealer World

JUNE 3, 2025

The automotive retail industry is experiencing a fundamental modernization. While much of the conversation has centered around electrification and digital retailing, another powerful force is quietly changing the way dealerships operateintelligent machines. Often associated solely with sales or advertising automation, machines are increasingly being used to optimize back-end dealership strategies in areas like inventory allocation, pricing, merchandising, and aged inventory management.

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Jalopnik

JUNE 3, 2025

Apparently, if you make it safe for people to ride their bikes by building protected bike lanes, a lot more people in that area start riding their bikes.

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Torque Report

JUNE 3, 2025

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid strikes an impressive balance between eco-conscious driving and upscale luxury, positioning itself as a compelling alternative to mainstream three-row SUVs like the Honda Pilot and Toyota Grand Highlander. This CX-90 PHEV blends bold styling, a premium interior, and an engaging driving experience that makes it feel more like a luxury vehicle than its price tag would suggest.

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Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2025

Ford’s overall May sales rose 15.2 percent despite a major drop in EV deliveries. EV sales fell 25 percent in May alone, dragging Ford’s electrified progress down. Lincoln sales jumped 39 percent with Navigator surging 133 percent year over year. We’re approaching the halfway point of the year, and things have already been wild. Tariffs , both the ones in effect and those merely looming, have changed the automotive industry, regulations are changing, and automakers are trying t

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Drive.com

JUNE 1, 2025

Another ute is on the way from China’s BYD after successfully launching its Shark 6 plug-in hybrid in global markets like Australia. Pictures of a mysterious new BYD ute have surfaced online , suggesting the Chinese brand is looking to bulk out its pick-up line-up in addition to the Shark 6 plug-in hybrid already on sale in Australia. However, mystery surrounds exactly what the new model could be and where it will be sold.

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Auto Express

JUNE 3, 2025

Jaecoo is another Chinese brand that has recently arrived in the UK, and its 7 SUV has made a bit of a splash. Its our Deal of the Day for 3 June.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

JUNE 5, 2025

The Toyota Yaris is the best-selling vehicle in Argentina for the first time. Euphoric month anew for new light vehicle sales in Argentina: up 58.7% year-on-year to 52,188 units. This is the best result for the month since May 2018 (82,706). This way the year-to-date tally is up 78.6% to 258,377. Toyota (+11.9%) holds onto the top spot in the brands charts but vastly trails the market.

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Carscoops

JUNE 1, 2025

A used Ford F-150 Raptor R made a mockery of its MSRP at auction. The performance truck cost $114,320 new and sold for $138,000. Options fitted include the Raptor R package and $1,495 moonroof. It’s tempting to think that with the pandemic behind us, those crazy days of people paying wildly over sticker for new cars have also been consigned to history.

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