AutoDealer Today

MAY 21, 2025

Average age of those in operation kept climbing last year amid inflation.

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Carscoops

MAY 20, 2025

The Toyota bZ5 is a new electric crossover produced by FAW for the Chinese market. It’s equipped with BYD batteries, delivering up to 630 km (392 miles) of CLTC range. Pre-sales have already begun in China, with prices starting at just ¥130,000 ($18,000). If you thought Toyota couldn’t produce an affordable EV, think again. Well, at least if it’s made in China and relies on BYD for its batteries.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 19, 2025

The Peugeot 2008 is the best-selling vehicle in Greece so far this year. It’s a second consecutive positive month for the Greek new car market at a solid +9% year-on-year in April to 14,649 units. Due to a difficult start of the year, the YTD tally remains in negative for now at -4.5% to 47,845. Toyota (-14.5%) can’t benefit from the market growth but still remain in the brands lead by far at 14.8% share.

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Motor 1

MAY 19, 2025

Toyota owns stakes in Subaru, Mazda, and Suzuki.

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Women Automotive Network

MAY 18, 2025

In a sector where representation still has a long way to go, voices like Victoria Gabriels are paving the way for real, lasting change. As one of the 1% of Black female leaders in the UK automotive industry, Victoria brings not only years of experience but also a clear commitment to lifting others as she rises. From championing diversity in leadership to mentoring the next generation, her journey is one of bold moves, resilience, and unapologetic authenticity.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 18, 2025

The VinFast VF 5 is the most popular vehicle at home in April. According to local manufacturers association VAMA and Hyundai, the Vietnamese new vehicle market is up 19% year-on-year in April to 34,055. The year-to-date tally is up 21.5% to 117,768. This month once again we have access to exclusive figures for local carmaker VinFast, leading to an April volume at 43,643 and a YTD tally at 162,459.

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AutoDealer Today

MAY 19, 2025

New annual observance intended to recognize retailers impact on overall industry, communities.

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Motor 1

MAY 19, 2025

Sales are down globally, and tariffs could hurt the brand's two most important models in America, a crucial market for the brand.

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Auto Express

MAY 19, 2025

Government speeds up plans to share UK driver data following summit with Europes top mandarins

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 18, 2025

The Kia K3 is the best-selling vehicle in Colombia year-to-date. New vehicle sales in Colombia advance 13.8% year-on-year in April to 17,430 units, leading to a year-to-date volume up 20.4% to 67,304. Kia (+29%) overtakes Renault (+19.7%) for just two units but remains #2 year-to-date. Mazda (+48.2%) surges ahead and gains two spots on last month to end up on the third step of the podium.

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AutoDealer Today

MAY 19, 2025

Trade tariffs slow activity, but they are expected to actually boost dealership profits this year, according to Kerrigans Blue Sky Report.

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Carscoops

MAY 20, 2025

The Model Y Performance prototype features larger wheels and a more aggressive ride height. The flagship model will likely feature 510 horsepower, reaching 0-60 mph in about 3.2 seconds. Pricing for the new Performance is expected to start around $55,000, with release by year-end. Tesla’s refreshed Juniper Model Y lineup has already introduced several variants , from the Launch Edition to the Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range All-Wheel Drive versions.

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Motor 1

MAY 19, 2025

With Villa d'Este right around the corner, a new concept from BMW is all but guaranteed. This one looks extremely cool.

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Autocar

MAY 19, 2025

High-riding electric GT will use advanced tech to take on Lotus Eletre and Porsche Cayenne EVs Mercedes-AMG is ramping up testing of its answer to the Lotus Eletre and Porsche Cayenne Electric as it primes its saloon counterpart for a debutin the coming weeks. Currently known as the electric GT SUV (a name thatcould be carried into production),the super-SUVis set to reach UK forecourts in 2027.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 19, 2025

The Renault Arkana is the 2nd best-selling vehicle in Cyprus in April. According toour local partners SEMO Cyprus and INNOSOFT , the Cypriot new car market collapses -31.8% year-on-year in April to just 1,096 units. As a reminder, April 2024 was up 105.4% on the year prior. The year-to-date tally is now down -8.7% to 5,546. Kia (-48.5%) keeps the lead of the brands charts despite imploding year-on-year.

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Selly Automotive

MAY 19, 2025

In 2025 used-car retailers compete in an environment where inventory turns faster, profit margins tighten, and shoppers swipe between brands the moment a response lags. That pressure explains why the phrase automotive CRM is now searched more than ever; dealers know that the store that answers first usually wins the deal. A modern car-sales CRM is no longer a digital Rolodex: it is the command center that captures every lead, nurtures every conversation, and records every deal, whether prospects

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Carscoops

MAY 19, 2025

Toyota is recalling around 443,000 Tundra pickups due to a problem with their reverse lights. Moisture can get into the light units on 2022-25 trucks and prevent them from working correctly. Dealers will replace both lights starting in July, plus fix the wiring harness if found to be corroded. Toyota has a solid reputation for building reliable cars, trucks and SUVs, but even its tough Tundra pickup isn’t immune to the odd quality gremlin.

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Motor 1

MAY 19, 2025

The Twisted TBug is an off-road Volkswagen Beetle made modern, with usable tech and real power.

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Get My Auto

MAY 20, 2025

In the age of AI-driven consumer behavior, decentralized search, and evolving retail dynamics, automotive dealerswhether independent or part of larger groupsmust adopt smarter, more adaptive digital marketing strategies to remain competitive. With shoppers bouncing between platforms, relying on new search […] The post The Digital Shift: Key AI and Marketing Trends Every Auto Dealer Must Follow in 2025 appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 19, 2025

1936 Skoda Popular “Monte Carlo” May 2025 update: Now with 1932-1937 brands data May 2020 update: Now with 15 years of uninterrupted All-brands and All-models annual data from 2005 onwards (12 updated articles). Historical Data as far as 1932 is available for Czechoslovakia, split between Czech Republic and Slovakia from 1993 onwards. Tatra was the best-selling brand in the country in 1932 and 1935-1936 with Praga taking the lead in 1933-1934.

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Autocar

MAY 20, 2025

German group previously said it would not need the technology until 2033 BMW Group has fitted a BMW i7 with a solid-state battery as it ramps up testing of the next-generation technology. Working with partner Solid Power, the pack known as ASSB, for all-solid-state battery uses cells that yield a higher density but which are smaller and lighter than thosein the lithium ion batteries used by BMW today.

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Carscoops

MAY 17, 2025

The plaintiffs originally sought a full replacement of all defective automatic transmissions. Nissan will reimburse customers for qualifying repairs made outside the warranty period. A fairness hearing has been scheduled for July 18 before the settlement is approved. A class action lawsuit against Nissan claiming defective CVTs in certain models has reached a settlement after more than two years of legal back-and-forth.

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Machines with Souls

MAY 20, 2025

The 2025 BMW M2 Coupe offers up a bit more horsepower and a few more colors, but it keeps that famous M spirit so many claim is gone. The post The 2025 BMW M2 Coupe is a precious moment in time appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Motor 1

MAY 22, 2025

The sports cars have entered their last months of production.

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Automotive Addicts

MAY 20, 2025

BMW is taking a major step toward the future of electric vehicle technology by beginning real-world testing of all-solid-state battery (ASSB) cells in a BMW i7 test vehicle. Developed in collaboration with Colorado-based Solid Power, this prototype marks the first time large-format solid-state cells have been integrated into a fully operational BMW vehicle and driven on public roads.

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Autocar

MAY 22, 2025

All cars costing more than 40k are charged the Expensive Car Supplement, but the average EV costs around 50k The UK government is considering raising the ' luxury car tax ' threshold for electric cars in a bid to drive uptake. Currently, the Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) applies to all cars including EVs as of 1 April 2025 priced above 40,000, adding 425 annually in additional vehicle excise duty (VED)from years two to six after purchase.

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Carscoops

MAY 16, 2025

JLR will halt production of its own models in China next year, following significant losses. A new range of China-focused models will be launched under the Freelander brand. Freelander models will be built on a Chery platform and may eventually be sold overseas. The Jaguar-Land Rover group (JLR) is throwing in the towel in China, scrapping its own models and opting to rebrand Chinese-made platforms from 2026.

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Torque Report

MAY 19, 2025

The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) hits a sweet spot for drivers who want the benefits of electric driving without the limitations of a fully electric vehicle. With its updated styling, refined tech, and hybrid powertrain, the 2025 Tucson PHEV offers a perfect blend of performance, efficiency, and practicality. Under the hood, the Tucson Plug-In Hybrid is powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor and a 13.8-kWh battery.

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Motor 1

MAY 20, 2025

The cute Grande Panda adds a rear motor for all-terrain capabilities.

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AutoDealer Today

MAY 21, 2025

One segment is looking around more for better rates, signaling a market shift, report says.

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Autocar

MAY 22, 2025

V8 power is being considered as its supercharged V6 won't pass Euro 7 emissions tests Lotus is poised to offer a V8 option for its Emira sports car as the company looks to expand the appeal of its sole combustion-engined model. The Geely-owned company is committed to offering a higher-powered version of the Emira, CEO Feng Qingfeng told investors on the companys recent earnings call.

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Carscoops

MAY 19, 2025

The best-selling luxury brand in China last year was homegrown Aito. Aito is owned by Seres Group and backed by smartphone firm Huawei. BMW sold 145k luxury cars in China in ’24 to Benz’s 127k, Aito’s 151k. It’s no secret that Western brands are having a tough time in China after making bank for years. Sales are falling as buyers turn to domestic brands that are gaining ground fast and in some instances overtaking legacy automakers.

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Drive.com

MAY 21, 2025

A sharp price position for its first plug-in hybrid is what is expected from Toyota Australia as it gears up to take on Mitsubishi, Mazda, and BYD with its RAV4 PHEV. Toyota Australias first plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) will arrive next year in the form of the 2026 RAV4 family SUV , and it is expected to be very competitively priced against its rivals.

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Motor 1

MAY 19, 2025

The company could finally ditch its ID moniker for something more recognizable.

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CarExpert

MAY 18, 2025

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) will end production of Land Rover vehicles in China to make room for a new auto brand called Freelander , springing from its joint venture with Chery. And while Freelander will start off as a China-exclusive brand, its set to eventually go global. Thatll see it vie for buyers attention alongside Chery brands such as Jaecoo, Omoda, iCar/iCaur, Exeed, Exlantix, Jetour and Lepas.

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Autocar

MAY 20, 2025

Cult-classic off-roader returns, likely using a small rear-mounted electric motor to provide four-wheel drive The new Fiat Grande Panda 4x4 concept previews a revival of the cult classic go-anywhere superminiand the latest expansion of the Italian firms fast-growing line-up. The original Panda 4x4 was launched in 1983 andquickly became a cult classic, thanks to the raised ride height and rugged styling elements that made it an affordable off-roader.

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Carscoops

MAY 22, 2025

Xiaomi has launched their first crossover in China and it’s called the YU7. It features a stylish design as well as a high-tech cabin with a panoramic display. The model offers three powertrains including a dual-motor AWD system with 681 hp. The electric SUV game just got a little more interesting. Xiaomi gave us our first look at the stylish YU7 last year, and now the crossover has officially been launched in China.

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