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World's only 2013 Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2 headed to auction

Motor Authority

The last concept car produced by legendary Italian design house Bertone is up for grabs. That car, the Aston Martin Bertone Jet 2+2, is scheduled to be auctioned off by Dore & Rees on Mar. 29. Unveiled at the 2013 Geneva auto show, it was slated to go into production, according to the auction house, but Bertone's bankruptcy the following year.

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Martinique (France) February 2025: Peugeot and Kia in the lead

Best Selling Cars Blog

Kia sales are up 62.3% in February. We have a new monthly update on BSCB: Martinique, a French overseas territory. After 6 consecutive months of year-on-year decline including -21.2% last November, -21% in December and -13.6% in January, new car sales in the territory are up 16.9% in February to 982 units, the best February volume since 2022 (1,066).

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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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New MG 4 revealed with 161bhp and Cyberster-inspired styling

Autocar

Front end gets slim LED headlights and Cyberster-style lower grille Electric hatchback has grown to rival the likes of the Citron e-C3 and Kia Niro EV The second-generation MG 4 electric hatchback has been revealed in China, bringing a new look and a significant reduction in weight. The new 4 has grown to bridge the gap between the existing model and the larger MG 5.

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BLOG It’s time to accelerate the speed of change.

Motor Trader

The Chancellors last budget has undoubtedly increased the cost of doing business, putting greater financial pressure on dealers already contending with shifting consumer behaviours, tightening margins, and an evolving technological landscape. The response to these challenges must be swift and strategic. There is a pressing need to find efficiencies across businesses, and technology can support margins while enhancing the customer experience.

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Tesla Recalls Every Single Cybertruck Over Stainless Steel Trims Falling Off

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Tesla recalls 46,000 Cybertrucks due to roof panels potentially detaching during driving. Issue stems from cant rail panel using a faulty structural adhesive prone to embrittlement. This recall adds to the growing list of Cybertruck issues since deliveries started in 2023. If there’s one thing Cybertruck owners can rely on these days, it’s trim pieces falling off and obscene hand gestures from fellow drivers.

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Hyundai Canada, dealers spent night outdoors to raise $90K for youth

Canadian Auto Dealer

Hyundai Auto Canadas team members before the challenge commenced at the 360Kids meeting point at the community safety village. From left to right: Kirk Merrett, director of human resources and administration at Hyundai Canada; Jason Varicatt, compliance specialist at Hyundai Canada; Ashton Hamilton; warranty support analyst at Hyundai Canada; Steve Flamand, president and CEO of Hyundai Auto Canada; Ata Nourozifar, manager, Hyundai Performance Academy; PS Kim; chief executive partner at Hyundai C

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Sales of used Teslas hit record high in February

Motor Trader

UK sales volumes of used Teslas in February reached record levels with 2,690 sold, according to data company Marketcheck. This was the highest amount in a single month since Teslas were introduced to the UK market. Of the four Tesla models, the Model 3 maintained most sales, only twice dropping below a 70% market share twice between May 2023 and February 2025 (68.53% in July 2023 and 69.3% December 2024).

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How car interiors are sparking new levels of creativity

Autocar

BMW's Neue Klasse concept previewed a bold new direction for its future cabins The electric age has spawned lounge-like interior designs that are redefining how cars look and feel inside After decades of ubiquitous grey, black and cream interiors, car makers are finally experimenting with more adventurous combinationsof colours and materials. The new Fiat Grande Panda pairs a blue dashboard and seat upholstery with yellow mood lighting; Mini is stitching bold, brightly coloured patterns into the

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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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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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Australian court hands down ‘devastating judgement’ to Holden dealers

CarExpert

The Supreme Court of Victoria has ruled US car giant General Motors didnt breach its agreement with Australian dealers when it axed the Holden brand five years ago. In February 2020, Holden announced it would cease operations in Australia at the end of that year, leaving its network of almost 200 dealers with one fewer brand to sell or with none at all.

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Malaysia January 2025: Perodua Axia snaps first place, Proton eMas 7 launches

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Proton eMas 7 is the best-selling EV in Malaysia for its first month in market. 54,332 new light vehicles hit Malaysian roads in January. Perodua continues to suffocate the brands charts with a splendid 42.8% share vs. 41.8% over the Full Year 2024 which was an annual record. Proton also progress vs. last year at 17.8% of the market, back above Toyota (15%) which was #2 last month.

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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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Automaker Pays Employees Up To $540,000 To Quit

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Mercedes is offering generous buyout packages to employees as part of cost-saving efforts. Severance offers depend on salary and years of service, with payouts reaching six figures. The company plans to reduce management positions in addition to cutting administrative staff. If you’ve been slogging away at Mercedes-Benz for years and have had enough, it looks like the universe has thrown you a curveball – and not a bad one.

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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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Legal expert spells out impact on dealers of potential motor finance redress scheme

Motor Trader

Legal expert Professor Henry Blair of MILS has looked at an up and coming Supreme Court ruling that could trigger an FCA redress scheme for motor finance and the impact it could have on dealers The Supreme Court hears the Johnson, Wrench, and Hopcraft appeals on 13 April 2025. Professor Blair said a redress scheme may not happen but if it does it has implications for dealers with mounting pressure.

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Poland February 2025: Volvo XC60 up to record #5

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Volvo XC60 is the 5th best-selling vehicle in Poland in February. The Polish new car market drops -2.7% year-on-year in February to 43,976 units, leading to a= stable year-to-date tally at 87,316. Toyota (-18.8%) and Skoda (-20%) sink but hold onto the top two spots in the brands ranking with 17.8% and 9.4% share respectively. In contrast Volkswagen (+26.7%) and Audi (+23.3%) post fantastic gains below.

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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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VW Said To Be Considering Scout-Based Off-Roader

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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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Bugatti Tourbillon gains Équipe Pur Sang package boasting 8 exhaust tips

Motor Authority

Bugatti's Tourbillon hypercar, with its carbon-fiber chassis and V-16 plug-in hybrid powertrain generating 1,775 hp, seems nearly perfect—but Bugatti has found a way to elevate it even further: adding eight exhaust tips. That’s more than the famous six exhaust tips of the iconic Type 57SC Atlantic and serves as a nod to the two banks.

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2025 Kia EV3 price and specs

CarExpert

The Kia EV3 electric SUV range is arriving in showrooms later this month, wearing a base price of $47,600 before on-road costs. That’s the sticker for the Air Standard Range, with the most expensive EV3 being the GT-Line at $63,950 before on-road costs. That makes the Korean-built SUV around $9000 less than the most affordable Chinese-built Kia EV5 , which starts at $56,770 before on-road costs.

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Montenegro Full Year 2024: Skoda Scala and Dacia Sandero on top

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Skoda Scala is the most popular vehicle in Montenegro in 2024. Data by CE Auto shows 4,502 total new car sales in 2025 for Montenegro. Skoda places four models in the Top 7: the Scala is the overall best-seller, the Kamiq ranks #3, the Fabia #5 and the Octavia #7.

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Volkswagen to unveil 50th anniversary Golf GTI at Nurburgring 24hr

Autocar

Anniversary special edition will be based on new GTI Clubsport New special edition will honour five decades of the iconic front-wheel-drive hot hatch Volkswagen has confirmed plans to unveil a celebratory Golf GTI model at the Nrburgring 24 Hours race in June, marking 50 years of the genre-defining hot hatchback. While full details remain under wraps, the 50th-anniversary edition of Volkswagens most iconic performance model is expected to be based on the recently updated Golf GTI Clubsport , fea

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Mercedes Puts Humanoid Robots To Work At Berlin Production Site

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Mercedes-Benz is testing humanoid robots from US firm Apptronik at its Berlin factory. Apollo robots manage logistics, quality checks, and assist with repetitive tasks on the line. Company employees helped train the robots using teleoperation and augmented reality. For decades, car factories have relied on massive industrial robots to help build vehicles.

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F1 personality Eddie Jordan dies aged 76

Motor Authority

Eddie Jordan, the charismatic former Formula 1 team owner and television personality, has died at the age of 76. Born in Dublin in 1948, Jordan initially pursued a career in banking before discovering his passion for motorsport. He began racing karts in the early 1970s, eventually moving up to Formula Ford and Formula Three. However, he is best.

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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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Peru Full Year 2024: Toyota and Hyundai top negative market (-8.2%)

Best Selling Cars Blog

Hyundai is up to 2nd place in Peru in 2024. New light vehicle sales are down -8.2% year-on-year in 2024 to 151,062 units. Toyota (-11.3%) is still the unstoppable leader but sees its market share thaw from 22.3% to 21.5%. Hyundai (-5.4%) overtakes sister brand Kia (-7.

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Night light: We try overnight track ‘day’ in the Mazda MX-5

Autocar

Not only is the MX-5 good on track, it also swallowed up the six-hour drive to Anglesey with aplomb We take to North Wales, in winter, for a world-first unlit track night I am peddling my Mazda MX-5 as fast as I dare. In front of me is almost perfect darkness. I know there's a sharp right-hander coming up quickly, but Im finding it difficult to pick a braking point, because behind me is a PENETRATING high beam from the front bumper-mounted auxiliary lights of a 1990s Mitsubishi Evo rally car.

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Modern Gear Shifters Are Too Confusing, Leave Drivers Frustrated, Stranded, Or Worse

Carscoops

Many consumers are confused by new car gear shifters and their unconventional designs. With everything from dials to orbs being used to select gears, drivers are often baffled. Counter-intuitive designs are more than just inconveniences; they can be a safety issue. Earlier this month, Volkswagen finally admitted what we knew all along: in certain cases, buttons are good, screens are bad.

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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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Value of used cars sold on finance to fall 2% in 2025

Motor Trader

The value of motor finance in the used car market is set to fall 2% in 2025, according to the latest forecast from the Finance and Leasing Association. This will be offset by a rise of 5% in value of new cars sold on finance. The forecasts were disclosed as the FLA reported the consumer new car finance market by value in January 14% higher than in the same month in 2024, while new business volumes grew by 9%.

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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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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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2025 Subaru BRZ tS Review: A Blast For The Young And The Young At Heart

Carscoops

PROS ›› Engaging to drive, attractive styling, solid safety features CONS ›› Steering feel, odd interior choices, could use more power Rooting for the underdog is practically a national pastime. And in the automotive world, the Subaru BRZ is an underdog, though it doesn’t quite have the Cinderella story charm – yet.

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