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South Africa February 2025: Suzuki beats VW Group again in solid market (+7.3%)

Best Selling Cars Blog

Suzuki Swift sales are up 44.5% year-on-year in February. The South African new vehicle market confirms its recovery with February sales up a sturdy 7.3% year-on-year to 47,978 units. This brings the year-to-date tally up 9.5% to 94,968. Toyota (+1.9%) remains the faraway leader in the manufacturers charts but sees its share thaw slightly to 24.5% vs. 25.2% so far this year.

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Track-focused GMA T.33 likely set for 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Motor Authority

Gordon Murray will unveil a new version of the T.33 supercar at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed The new version is likely a more hardcore S version of the V-12 supercar The Goodwood Festival of Speed's Central Feature will be inspired by 60 years of Murray designs Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) will use the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

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T-Online Pulls Tesla Survey After 253,000 Votes Cast From Just 2 IPs In The US

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A poll set up in Germany about whether respondents would buy a Tesla is making waves. At first, it indicated a consumer shift away from the brand, and then it mysteriously flipped. It appears that over 250,000 votes came from just two IP addresses in the U.S. Tesla and Elon Musk are under the microscope these days—and it’s not just in the United States.

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Average speed camera fines coming into effect in this Australian state

CarExpert

Motorists travelling on two major New South Wales highways will soon be subject to speeding fines from average speed cameras, which the states government is turning on for all vehicles. Average speed zone cameras detect a vehicles speed across a set distance, rather than a traditional fixed camera which only does so at a single location, providing a more comprehensive assessment of its speed.

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Original TT could inspire new Audi sports coupé

Autocar

Audi is tipped to return to the sports coup segment with a TT successor Audi boss says sports cars are "integral" for the brand, and new designer Frascella is a big TT fan Audi is consideringa new halo model that rekindles the spirit of some of its most iconic sports cars - and the original TT is cited as a key potential source of inspiration. Having retired the TT and R8 supercar in the past 18 months, Audi is currently without a dedicated two-door sports car in its line up for the first time i

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Vietnam February 2025: VinFast monopolises podium, VF 3 best-seller

Best Selling Cars Blog

The VinFast VF 3 is the best-selling vehicle in Vietnam in February. According to VAMA and Hyundai, new vehicle sales in Vietnam rally back up 80.2% in February to 24,628 units on devastated year-ago volumes when the market was off -52% on the year prior. The year-to-date tally is now up 27.7% to 46,595. This month and retroactively for January we have access to exclusive partial data for VinFast.

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2028 Alpine A310 spied: French 2+2 sports car to be revived

Motor Authority

Alpine has been spotted with a test mule for a modern A310 sports car The modern A310 is expected to arrive around 2028 and will be powered by batteries It will use the Alpine Performance Platform, which debuts in late 2026 in an electric A110 sports car Alpine is on a mission to deliver a seven-car lineup by the end of the decade, a lineup that.

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Hendy eyes spike in double-cab pick-up sales ahead of April tax hike

Motor Trader

Hendy Group is aiming to drum up sales of double-cab pick-ups ahead of the increase in Benefit-In-Kind (BIK) charges takes effect on 6 April. Hendys BIK campaign will run throughout March and will be profiled through its website and social media channels. In the 2024 Autumn Budget , HMRC announced that double cab pick-ups with a payload over one tonne will be treated the same as company cars from 1 April 2025 for corporation tax purposes and from 6 April 2025 for income tax purposes.

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How long do batteries last in electric cars?

Autocar

Should you be worried about the battery life of an electric car? Not if you pay close attention to our guide For many car owners, the electric car represents an entirely new way of driving and brings with it many queries and worries. One of the largest concerns is how long the battery life is on an electric car. You may well have read horror stories about electric car owners facing hefty bills for replacements or contemplating cutting their losses on carsthat areotherwise worthless because theyl

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Uruguay February 2025: BYD (+266%) up to 10% share

Best Selling Cars Blog

BYD is the third best-selling carmaker in Uruguay in February. 5,617 new light vehicles found a buyer in Uruguay in February, a very solid 16.7% year-on-year improvement. As it was the case for January, this is the largest February volume in at least a decade. This way, the year-to-date tally is up 10.4% to 9,768. Fiat (+75.7%) continues to vastly dominate the brands charts with 18.1% share vs. 19.4% so far this year.

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Renault 5 Turbo returns as EV with in-wheel motors

Motor Authority

Renault will launch the 5 Turbo 3E electric hot hatch in 2027 The car is the spiritual successor to the 5 Turbo and 5 Turbo 2 homologation specials of the 1980s Production will be limited to 1,980 units Renault is bringing the legendary 5 Turbo back to showrooms, this time with an electric twist. After providing a preview of its new 5 Turbo 3E.

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VW Said To Be Considering Scout-Based Off-Roader

Carscoops

Volkswagen is reportedly “keen” about an electric off-roader and it could use Scout’s platform. Previous reports had suggested Volkswagen could offer a truck, while Audi may make a rugged SUV. Scout production isn’t slated to begin until 2027, so any Audi or VW models are a ways off. We’ve heard rumors that Volkswagen was considering a pickup based on the Scout Terra, while Audi could get a luxury off-roader derived from the Traveler.

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China’s BYD Unveils Ultra-Fast EV Charging System That Rivals Gas Fill-Up Times

Automotive Addicts

Chinas leading EV manufacturer, BYD, is taking electric vehicle charging to a new level with the launch of its ultra-fast charging system. The company claims that its latest flash-charging technology can fully charge its newest EVs in just five to eight minutescomparable to the time it takes to fill a gasoline-powered vehicle at the pump. BYD, which stands for Build Your Dreams, announced plans to roll out over 4,000 of these high-speed charging stations across China.

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BMW to launch 40 new or updated models by 2028

Autocar

Arrival of BMW's next-gen Neue Klasse cars will start in September with the iX3 SUV Announcement made in annual sales conference, which revealed one in five BMW Group cars sold last year was an EV BMW is set to go on a massive product offensive, launching 40 models in the next three years. Announced by CEO Oliver Zipse during the brand's annual results conference, the launches will be either new models or updates to current cars.

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Cyprus February 2025: Kia Sportage, Hyundai Kona dominate weak market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Hyundai Kona is up to #2 in Cyprus in February. Based on data by our local partners SEMO Cyprus and INNOSOFT , the Cyprus new car market struggles in February at just 1,284 units, off -14.5% year-on-year. Keep in mind however that February 2024 was up 48.5% over the year prior. Kia (-3.7%) dominates the market head and shoulders with 22.5% share vs. 19% so far this year and this despite a year-on-year loss.

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2027 Audi SQ9 spied for first time

Motor Authority

Audi finally appears to be preparing a full-size SUV to take on the likes of the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. A prototype for what is believed to be the first Audi Q9 has been spotted ahead of an expected debut early next year, which would likely mean a 2027 model-year arrival for the U.S. The prototype appears to be a.

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2025 Kia Niro Hybrid Review: Eco-Friendly and Budget-Friendly

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PROS ›› Quirky styling, plenty of tech, fuel economy, comfort-focused cabin CONS ›› Annoying climate controls, inconsistent interior materials, not fun to drive When the Kia Niro hit the market, it showed up with a focus on fuel efficiency like few rivals. Kia didn’t just throw one version at the market either—they rolled out a traditional hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, and an all-electric version.

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Tesla Model Y getting even cheaper version – report

CarExpert

The Tesla Model Y is getting an even lower-cost version to help stave off Chinese competition. Reuters reports word from sources that this more affordable Model Y, codenamed E41, will be built on existing production lines at Tesla’s Shanghai plant. Mass production will reportedly begin in 2026. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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Lexus RZ

Autocar

Lexus enters fast-filling premium electric SUV club with jazzed-up Toyota bZ4X With so many cars spuriously purporting to be sporty or have racing genes, its refreshing when the presentation for a new one hardly even mentions athleticism. The Lexus RZ is the firms flagship electric car, and instead it ought to offer confidence, control and comfort, says Lexus.Mind you, it still has up to 309bhp and will out-accelerate quite a few hot hatches.The RZ was Lexus' first steps into getting serious abo

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Chile February 2025: Suzuki repeats at #1 in weakest market in 10 years

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Suzuki Baleno ranks #5 in Chile in February. The Chilean new light vehicle market is down year-on-year for the second time in the past 8 months in February at -6.3% to 21,044 units. This is the weakest February in 10 years, since February 2015. As a result the year-to-date tally tilts into negative territory at -1.4% to 46,878. Suzuki (+23.1%) defies the surrounding gloom and repeats at #1 with 8.5% share.

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AMG-tuned CLA-Class tipped with axial flux motors, 500 hp

Motor Authority

A redesigned Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class with hybrid and electric options arrives for the 2026 model year AMG will reveal a tuned version of the electric CLA-Class in 2026 The reported output is a minimum of 500 hp, generated by one or more axial-flux electric motors Mercedes-Benz on Thursday took the covers off a third-generation CLA-Class compact.

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Foxconn Gearing Up To Build Four New EVs, Including Two From Japanese Brands

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Foxconn expects to ink contracts with two Japanese brands in the coming months. It is also getting ready to start building its in-house Model B and Model C EVs. The Taiwanese company has expressed interest in purchasing a stake in Nissan. Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn has revealed it’s close to inking deals with two Japanese car manufacturers to design and manufacture a pair of EVs.

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2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado VX review

CarExpert

Its finally here. Deliveries of the new-generation Toyota LandCruiser Prado finally commenced late in 2024, several months after stock of the previous-generation model had effectively dried up. That had allowed the Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X to storm past it in the sales charts, and we dare say some would-be Prado buyers defected to the popular off-roaders arch-rivals.

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Ferrari Purosangue

Autocar

It's more raised coupe than true SUV, so does this make the Ferrari Purosangue the market's best tall car to drive? I'm in Italy to drive the new Ferrari Purosangue SUVand the last time I came here to drive a Ferrari, the weather was fine, with temperatures into double figures, if a little overcast and dewy.Theres a reason why I mention this (Im not auditioning to be the next Wincey Willis).

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Pakistan February 2025: Sales up 24.5%

Best Selling Cars Blog

ivic According to data by local association PAMA, sales of new locally produced light vehicles in Pakistan soar 24.5% year-on-year in February to 12,084. This means the year-to-date volume is up 43.75 to 29,094.Note not all manufacturers present in Pakistan are members of PAMA such as Kia, Changan and MG notably and therefore dont appear in these statistics.

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Toyota reportedly plans hybrid powertrain for hot GR cars

Motor Authority

Toyota has slowly expanded its offerings of GR-branded performance cars over the years, with models like the GR Corolla and GR Yaris attaining cult-like status in some markets. None of the cars feature electrification, but that may change soon, Autocar reported on Wednesday, citing comments from GR engineer Hiroyuki Yamada. According to the.

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You’ll Never Guess Which Car 69% Of Owners Get With A Manual

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Skoda has revealed that 69% of Fabia customers opted for a manual transmission last year. That take rate is higher than on a number of sporty cars sold in the United States. Despite the popularity of DIY gearboxes, Skoda noted customers are embracing automatics. Manual transmissions are closely associated with sports cars, but they’ve become increasingly rare over the years.

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Modernizing Inventory Management: How Machines Can Outperform Human Dealers

Dealer World

As the automotive dealership industry has long relied on human intuition and historical sales data to guide inventory management decisions, dealers continue to face a constant balancing act: having the right mix of vehicles to meet customer demand without overstocking models that might sit unsold for months. Traditionally, dealers have relied on experience, gut instincts, and past sales performance to determine which vehicles to order, how to price them, and when to move them off the lot.

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Motorway multi-channel campaign to bring dealers more premium stock

Motor Trader

Motorway has announced its new brand platform and multi-channel campaign which will be rolled out from 21 March. Its not magic. Its Motorway sees Motorway demonstrate how it strives to make selling effortless for car owners. The campaign aims to bring more premium used car stock to Motorways daily auction. James Wilson, COO at Motorway, said: Our goal is simple: to reach more sellers, drive greater awareness, and as a result deliver an even bigger and wider range of premium used stock for our de

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Mexico February 2025: Ram (+59.1%), Mazda (+40.3%) highlight 2nd largest February in history

Best Selling Cars Blog

Ram 700 sales are up 85.9% in February. Yes, this is a rebadged Fiat Strada. 117,679 new light vehicles found a buyer in Mexico in February, a +2.9% year-on-year nudge. This is the 2nd highest February volume of all time, just below the 117,985 units of February 2017. Nissan (+17%) vastly outpaces its “home away from home” market to 18.2% share, its best since March 2024.

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Ferrari CEO says 40% of new customers are under 40

Motor Authority

The average age of a Ferrari customer is heading lower, according to its CEO. In an interview with CNBC published on March 16, Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna said 40% of new customers to the brand are below the age of 40. That compares to just 18 months ago, when he said that figure stood at 30%. It's an impressive result for a brand whose current.

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Toyota bZ86 Coupe Study Imagines An Electric GR86

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Independent artist Theottle imagined a fully electric Toyota bZ86 sports car study. The concept uses GR86 proportions while integrating Toyota’s EV styling language. It has been imagined with a 338-hp dual-motor setup, offering over 326 miles of range. There’s no shortage of chatter about the expanding future of Toyota’s GR lineup , which is expected to include an array of high-performance sports cars ranging from a new Celica and MR2 to the next Supra and even a GR supercar.

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Honda Civic

Autocar

Fresh iteration of the hatchback gets a new hybrid powertrain and a smarter interior The Honda Civicisnt as ubiquitous as it once was, having largely fallen prey to the same SUV contenders as other once big-name family hatchbacks. And for British buyers, it perhaps isnt as appealing as when it had the cachet of being built in Swindon.In the past few years, it has quietly sunk down to the bottom of Hondas sales statistics, with the Jazz supermini andHR-V small SUV dwarfing its figures.

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Driver wrecks car in desperate attempt to avoid toll road

CarExpert

A Volkswagen Golf driver made a poorly timed lane change while driving on a Brisbane motorway, and other motorists also ended up paying a price. Footage uploaded to Dash Cam Owners Australia on Facebook shows afternoon traffic driving eastbound on the M5 motorway, approaching the Legacy Way Tunnel. Just as the vehicles reach the divide between the toll road and the non-toll road towards Brisbanes CBD, the Golf driver begins to move their car from the right-hand lane to avoid driving into the tun

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New Caledonia (France) January-February 2025: Ford Ranger soars to #1 in market off -53.5%

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Ford Ranger is the best-selling vehicle in New Caledonia so far in 2025. Due to continuing social unrest, the New Caledonian new light vehicle market implodes -53.5% year-on-year over the first two months of 2025 to just 475 units. Toyota (-71.8%) dominates the brands charts again albeit with a much weaker market share at 11.2% vs. 20.6% over the Full Year 2024.

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Audi, Porsche to cut thousands of jobs by 2029

Motor Authority

Audi plans to cut 7,500 jobs by 2029 Porsche plans to cut 3,900 jobs by 2029 Both automakers saw sales decline in 2024 Audi and Porsche are the latest in a growing list of automakers announcing major job cuts. After Porsche announced last week that it will reduce its workforce by 3,900 jobs by 2029, Audi followed on Monday by stating that it will.

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New Age Camaro Reborn As A ’69 Chevy Chevelle SS

Carscoops

Unique fusion of classic Chevelle styling with modern Camaro performance and technology. Over 2,000 hours spent crafting custom fiberglass body reinforced with carbon fiber. Cabin retains original 2015 Camaro luxuries including heated seats and infotainment system. There’s no shortage of modern cars awkwardly slapping vintage aesthetics onto contemporary platforms, often ending up with something that feels more like a tribute band than the real deal.

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