Motor Authority
JANUARY 9, 2025
General Motors on Thursday announced pricing for the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, and confirmed that order books will open in mid-February. The base 1LZ coupe starts at $174,995, while the 1LZ convertible costs $184,995 (all prices include a $1,695 destination charge). A 3LZ grade is also available, adding heated and cooled nappa leather seats.
Best Selling Cars Blog
JANUARY 16, 2025
VW Golf sales are up 61.2% in 2024. Discover over 45 years of Austrian HistoricalData here. The Austrian new car market gains 6.1% year-on-year in 2024 to253,789 units. Volkswagen (+7.1%) is the clear leader once again at 14.2% share, distancing Skoda (+7.8%), BMW (+6%) and Audi (+0.
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Carscoops
JANUARY 7, 2025
The XM was the slowest-selling model in the USA, while the X5 was the best. Despite this, the automaker achieved a record-breaking total of 371,346 units sold. In 2024, BMW also delivered 50,981 BEVs and 19,398 PHEVs across the market. BMW of North America has wrapped up 2024 with strong sales momentum, reporting a record 371,346 units sold in the US market, a 2.5% increase over 2023.
Machines with Souls
JANUARY 17, 2025
I add a new Armaspeed intake for the G8X. It sounds great, is easy to install, and adds some visual beauty under the hood. The post Armaspeed still makes the best intake for the G8X appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
JANUARY 15, 2025
Vauxhall currently offers an electric version of all of its models Stellantis-owned company previously announced that it would launch its final combustion car in 2024 Opel- Vauxhall is rethinking its plan to go all-electric from 2028, recognising that the European EV market is vastly different from how it had predicted when setting its transition timeline.
Motor 1
JANUARY 13, 2025
The potent four-cylinder unit can be mounted transversely and longitudinally.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 15, 2025
December buying spree, especially for luxury models, capped four-month upward ATP streak.
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CarExpert
JANUARY 7, 2025
Toyota Australia has called on the federal government to reconsider the rollout of its New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), which officially commenced last week. From January 1, the local auto industry formally entered a six-month grace period for the NVES, which mandates strict emissions standards for all new vehicles and will apply penalties and credits from July 1.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 8, 2025
Cox Automotive has won a five-year supply contract with Lookers UK to deliver its remarketing programme. The fully integrated remarketing programme brings valuation, auction and logistics solutions together. A spokesman for Lookers said: Evolving our remarketing strategy to encompass a dual approach to digital and physical opportunities is a key priority for our business in 2025.
F&I and Showroom
JANUARY 15, 2025
The Ethical F&I Managers Conference is seeking working F&I pros to attend and speak at its next event, scheduled for March 2-4 at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 14, 2025
Rolls-Royce is celebrating its Phantom nameplate's centennial The nameplate is the oldest still in use, though it hasn't been in continuous use over the years Rolls-Royce has launched eight generations of the Phantom and the next may be an EV Rolls-Royce's Phantom nameplate dates back to 1925, although it hasn't been in continuous use throughout.
Best Selling Cars Blog
JANUARY 6, 2025
Tesla places the Model Y at #1 and the Model 3 at #2 this year. Discover over 65 years of Norwegian Historical Data here. 128,691 new cars found a Norwegian home in 2024, with the annual tally only edging into positive in November. This is still a mediocre result given 2023 sales were off -27.
Carscoops
JANUARY 5, 2025
The FTC and Maryland accused the Lindsay dealer group of deceptive pricing practices. Nearly 90% of buyers allegedly paid $2,000 more than advertised between 2020 and 2023. Regulators seek $10,000 penalties per violation under Maryland’s Consumer Protection Act. Car dealerships don’t exactly have a squeaky-clean image to begin with, and stories like this one aren’t doing the industry any favors.
Machines with Souls
JANUARY 14, 2025
The BMW X5 xDrive45e combines the famous turbo inline-six with electric power for enhanced efficiency. Is it BMW's best hybrid yet? The post Finding the point of the BMW X5 xDrive45e appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
JANUARY 2, 2025
After dropping the long-revered estates from the UK line-up, Volvo has decided they have a place after all Like Subbuteo, the church, salad cream or Jaguar , the Volvo estate seems like one of those things that just ought to be around even if youre not actually going to use it. There will always be Volvo estates , wont there? There have been for more than 70 years.
Motor 1
JANUARY 16, 2025
An insider says Porsche is worried about the Macan EV's long-term sales, so a new ICE model might become necessary.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 15, 2025
Understanding how it plays into inventory risk management is an important consideration.
Automotive Addicts
JANUARY 8, 2025
Automakers are redefining the driving experience, blending cutting-edge technology with comfort and personalization. At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, the world’s leading auto manufacturers unveiled groundbreaking advancements in in-cabin technology, showcasing a vision of the car as not just a mode of transportation, but a fully immersive living space.
CarExpert
JANUARY 5, 2025
New vehicle sales in Australia will dip by about five per cent year-on-year in 2025, leading to increased competition between brands, shorter wait times and the return of more discounting, according to Toyota Australias top salesperson Sean Hanley. However, the companys sales, marketing and franchise operations vice-president also believes Toyota can extend its reign as the countrys most popular auto brand despite unprecedented challenges including an influx of new Chinese carmakers.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 10, 2025
The majority of dealers in the US are uncertain about using AI in their business. Thats the finding of a Lotlinx which found that 78% of US car dealerships are uncertain about using predictive data, with only 5% implementing AI. Despite challenges, 80% plan to adopt AI by 2025. The survey, which involved over 2,500 dealers and was carried out last month, highlighted the challenges the motor retail industry sector in harnessing these advanced technologies that could potentially enhance operation
Drive.com
JANUARY 13, 2025
While new V8-powered examples of the 79 Series LandCruiser are becoming rare in Australia, some are forming the basis of armoured vehicles defending against the Russian invasion of Ukraine. An armoured version of the Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series developed by a Ukranian military firm Praktyka has been approved for use by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 16, 2025
Porsche may launch a new generation of the gas Macan Electric Macan sales are off to a good start but long-term performance is uncertain Porsche sees continued high demand for gas engines in luxury segments The slowing growth in demand for electric vehicles may result in Porsche reversing its decision to offer its second-generation Macan.
Best Selling Cars Blog
JANUARY 13, 2025
The Tesla Model Y is #1 in Switzerland for the third year in a row New car sales in Switzerland reverse -5% year-on-year in 2024 to 239,535 units. 4x4 registrations are off -3.2% to 124,568 and 52% share vs. 51% in 2023. Petrol sales are down -17.1% to 69,527 and 29% share vs. 33.
Carscoops
JANUARY 13, 2025
Toyota dealers are adding markups of up to $5,000 on the new 4Runner. The model is supposed to start at $40,770 before a $1,450 destination fee. The new SUV comes with a 278 hp turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Toyota’s sales satisfaction has been in the dumps lately and they recently ranked one point ahead of Mitsubishi. While a variety of factors go into this, Toyota dealers have gone crazy with markups.
Machines with Souls
JANUARY 12, 2025
The Corvette ZR1 is the most expensive Corvette ever produced, but it's also faster than some very famous hypercars. The post Putting the new Corvette ZR1 into performance perspective appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
JANUARY 13, 2025
New Twingo uses same platform as the reborn 5 but is 170mm shorter French firm says there must be an organic business case for importing new electric city car Renault is gauging the viability of launching the new Twingo in the UKbut will not "force" the retro city car into the market just to boost its EV sales mix. The fourth-generation, electric-only Twingo is due on sale next year with a starting price in Europe of sub-20,000 (16,700), but there is a chance that, like its 1990s namesake, it wo
Motor 1
JANUARY 16, 2025
The automaker wants to rebuild trust with consumers, and it starts by bringing prices back down to earth.
AutoDealer Today
JANUARY 13, 2025
Kerrigan Advisors poll shows percentage of retailers expecting lower profits, valuations is on the rise.
Automotive Addicts
JANUARY 15, 2025
As car enthusiasts lament the dwindling availability of manual transmissions in todays market, a glimmer of hope persists. Each year, Motor1.com takes on the ambitious task of contacting automakers to determine how many customers still choose to row their own gears. Their 2024 manual transmission take-rate findings are now in, and were sharing their comprehensive insights to help shed light on the state of three-pedal vehicles in the United States.
CarExpert
JANUARY 1, 2025
A prototype version of the Ford Ranger Super Duty a tougher, trade-focused version of Australias best-selling vehicle has been spotted on local roads in single-cab guise for the first time. In the Official Next-Gen Ranger Group Australia Facebook group, poster Brock Gregg uploaded images of the Ranger Super Duty in Victoria, with camouflage covering its front end.
Motor Trader
JANUARY 3, 2025
Buyers searching online for used cars remained active in the month of December with online traffic outperforming season norms, reported MOTORS. Traditionally, the pre-Christmas period is a slow period but significant activity in the final quarter of 2024 has led to MOTORS reporting its highest ever volume of December online traffic. Lucy Tugby, marketing director of MOTORS, said: December is always a challenging time for dealers selling used cars.
Drive.com
JANUARY 2, 2025
Tesla Australia’s decline in vehicle deliveries last year outpaced the company’s global results despite price cuts and finance offers here and overseas new data shows. Deliveries of Tesla electric cars in Australia declined over a calendar year for the first time on record in 2024 down 17 per cent despite significant price cuts of up to $9500.
Motor Authority
JANUARY 13, 2025
Dartz is officially launching in the U.S. and plans to begin local production The first vehicle to arrive will be the Prombron Black Stallion Type C Dartz is considering a location in Florida for its production facility Dartz has built a reputation over the years for producing some of the world's most over-the-top SUVs. In addition to.
Best Selling Cars Blog
JANUARY 7, 2025
The Dacia Duster is up to an all time high 9.2% share in 2024. Discover almost 55 years of Romanian Historical Data here. 151,106 new cars hit Romanian roads in 2024, a 6% year-on-year uptick. This is the highest annual volume since pre-pandemic 2019. Local behemoth Dacia (-1.
Carscoops
JANUARY 8, 2025
A Honda exec has suggested the company is eyeing its own version of the Nissan Armada. The SUV would dwarf the Pilot and compete with Tahoe, Sequoia, and other big players. Future plans suggest Honda and Nissan may co-develop full-size SUVs for shared markets. Honda and Nissan are looking to tie the knot and the companies have previously said this could result in shared platforms and cost synergies.
Machines with Souls
JANUARY 10, 2025
With brutally cold weather on the way, I decide to select some M3 winter tires. I'll review a few options and install them with TySpeed. The post Selecting the right winter tires for the G80 M3 appeared first on Machines With Souls.
Autocar
JANUARY 9, 2025
Autocar artist's impression shows what the new Model Y (below) might look like up close Images circulated on social media show a prototype winter testing without any camouflage The overhauled Tesla Model Y has dropped its camouflage in a series of new images circulated on social media ahead of its imminent launch. They confirm previous reports that the electric SUV will sport a radically different design from that of the outgoing model, with LED light bars at its front and rear end.
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