Best Selling Cars Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Toyota Prado ranks at a record #3 in Australia in November. New vehicle sales in Australia are down year-on-year for the 4th consecutive month in November at -9.3% to 101,707 units. The year-to-date volume remains at record levels however at 1,130,083, up 1.1% over the same period in 2023. A reliable indicator of consumer sentiment, private sales are depleted again this month at -16.6% year-on-year to 47,247.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

With bad news dominating the headlines, Nissan is trying to reassure frustrated U.S. dealers. In a memo, the company said they’re working on a turnaround plan that will drive sales and improve stability. Sales have dropped significantly in the United States, but dealers have an assortment of new models to look forward to. Nissan is asking its U.S. dealers for “patience and understanding” as the company faces a number of headwinds.

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Motor Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Pagani Utopia is a rare, hand-built supercar, but even it has succumbed to a recall. Pagani issued a recall for the V-12 supercar due to a manufacturing issue with the passenger-side dashboard panel, which may cause the airbag behind the panel to fail to deploy correctly in the event of a crash. The panel is made from carbon fiber, and a.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In this Executive Spotlight interview, Joey Green of One View speaks with AutoSuccess’ Brian Ankney. Green highlights the pressing issues of cybersecurity and operational disruptions in the industry, pointing out that many dealerships have historically under-prioritized cybersecurity, making them attractive targets for cybercriminals. The cycle perpetuates as ransomware payments, often covered by insurance policies, incentivize further attacks.

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Motor Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Lamborghini Temerario could potentially pack over 1,000 hp in a future hardcore variant Lamborghini considered V-6 and V-10 engines before deciding on the V-8 for the Temerario The Temerario is priced from $361,621 in the U.S., including destination The Lamborghini Temerario debuted in August as the successor to the Huracán and already.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

SiriusXM has been added to the Tesla Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck. Tesla owners can also now unlock their EVs using an Apple Watch. The holiday season is upon us, and Tesla has announced a slew of new features that will be included in its annual holiday update. These new features will roll out as part of an over-the-air update starting next week.

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Motor Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The S6 E-Tron replaces the gas-powered S6 It’s Sportback only, so far, for America Prices? Still TBD for the U.S., with sales set for late spring or summer 2025 The gas-powered S7 gets updated, will soldier on Fly for hours to the southwest from Madrid, along the coast of northwestern Africa, and eventually the dormant volcano Mount Teide.

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Motor Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen claimed his ninth win of the season at the 2024 F1 Qatar Grand Prix Verstappen was named the 2024 Drivers' Champion at the previous race in Las Vegas McLaren still leads the Constructors' Championship with one race left in the season Fresh from winning the 2024 Formula 1 Drivers' Championship at the previous race.

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Autocar

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Alpine A110 E-ternité concept hinted at sports car's electric future Luca de Meo says investing "a lot of money" in A110 EV is "not rational" but crucial to brand's sporting credentials The next-generation Alpine A110 , due in 2026, will be lighter than combustion-engined rivals despite adopting an electric drivetrain. Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo told Autocar that the company had made a “not rational” decision to “invest a lot of money” in a bespoke electric sports car platform for the next A1

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Kia had their best November in America as the company sold 70,107 vehicles. The top selling models were the Sportage, Telluride, and K4/Forte. If the strong sales continue, Kia America could beat their annual sales record of 782,451 units. Kia America is celebrating a record-setting November as the company sold 70,107 vehicles last month. That’s a 20% increase from last year and their best November ever.

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Motor Trader

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The UK used car market is projected to see only modest growth in the coming years. Transactions are expected to rise from 7.4 million in 2024 to just under 7.9 million by 2027, according to Cox Automotive’s latest Insight Quarterly. Projections for 2025, in terms of used car transactions, shows a marginal 0.3% increase on 2024 levels which suggests the market is lagging behind pre-pandemic trends and constrained by economic pressures and ongoing supply limitations.

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Motor Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Telo's MT1 electric pickup truck measures just 152 inches long, or about the same as a Mini Cooper The MT1 is currently scheduled for launch in early 2025 The MT1 promises up to 500 hp and more than 350 miles of range Pickup trucks have grown in size with each generation, but an electric vehicle startup called Telo wants to reverse that trend with.

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Dealer World

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Auto industry honorees were recognized at Cherokee Media Group’s Used Car Week RENTON, WA – December 3, 2024 – Car Pros Automotive Group, a leading automotive sales and service group, announced today that CFO Shirley Jones was honored with a 2024 “Women in Retail” award from Cherokee Media Group. This award recognizes top leaders on the retail side of the auto industry, including honorees from dealerships, dealer groups and third-party providers/vendors.

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Motor Trader

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Motorpoint Norwich, the 21st store in Motorpoint’s retail network, is set to open this Friday on Turnpike Close. Motorpoint is offering complimentary vehicle transfers to Motorpoint Norwich until the 26th January 2025. Car buyers can have a vehicle from any Motorpoint store moved to Norwich free of charge. James Odell, general sales manager at Motorpoint Norwich, said: “We’ll have over 200 cars available to drive away the same day when Norwich opens next month, but we want to make sure that our

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Car Examer

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Let’s break down what happened and how it might affect car finance customers. What the recent court ruling means for you. If you’ve ever financed a car through a dealership, there’s a chance you may have unknowingly paid more than you should have. Why? Because many car dealers have been earning hidden commissions from lenders without telling their customers.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The American automaker is interested in two-speed transmissions that allow electric motors to operate in ideal ranges at different speeds.

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Nissan’s American division has distributed a memo to US dealers asking for patience as the Japanese manufacturer faces financial hardship. As reported by Automotive News , Nissan Americas chairperson Jeremie Papin addressed the brand’s network of 1070 US dealers, after the Japanese carmaker earlier this month announced plans to cut global production capacity by 20 per cent and axe 9000 jobs to “stabilise and right-size” the business.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Reynolds and Reynolds announced its lineup of technological advancements the company and its brands are launching, including its latest iteration of the Spark AI unified data layer, at NADA 2025 in New Orleans. “The speed with which AI tools are advancing is incomparable to any software development we have ever seen,” said Chris Walsh, president of Reynolds.

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Machines with Souls

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The sixth generation BMW M3 Base model is probably the last available with a manual transmission. Is it worth the speed sacrifice? The post The 2022 BMW M3 Base isn’t worth the sacrifice appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Car Examer

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Car finance has made it easier than ever to own a car, with options like PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) and hire purchase helping people spread the cost over time. But beneath the promise of “affordable monthly payments,” there’s a growing issue that’s catching more attention: car finance mis-selling. It’s not just about buyers feeling confused; it’s about some dealers and lenders failing to play fair.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

We won't know until the Charger Daytona goes on sale, which still hasn't happened.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Jaguar has revealed its Type 00 concept previewing next year’s production EV sedan. The two-door GT made its debut at Miami Art Week having leaked online earlier in the day. Take part in our poll to tell us whether you think Jaguar has got its new design right. You might have heard that Jaguar has a new concept. Actually, that’s underselling it.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The latest EV from Ford isn't based on a Volkswagen.

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Auto Express

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Fuel may be slightly more expensive than in November, but Christmas is set to be the cheapest in several years for drivers

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Autocar

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Rare-groove V6 supercar goes under the road test microscope Few products are as rare or dazzling as an all-new mid-engined Maserati supercar. In the modern era, there have been just two, which makes it all the more unforgivable that we managed to allow the Maserati MC20 to slip between our fingers when it first arrived in this country in 2021, at least from the perspective of an instrumented test.Of course, we have driven this car, and extensively so, but it has never seen a weighbridge, a tape

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Ford Transit Custom van is getting plug-in hybrid (PHEV) power in Australia from mid-2025, ahead of its Volkswagen Transporter cousin receiving the same powertrain. It’ll join the existing turbo-diesel Transit Custom and the upcoming electric E-Transit Custom in the model’s local range, and will be offered in showrooms alongside plug-in hybrid models like the upcoming Ranger PHEV and electric vehicles (EVs) like the E-Transit and Mustang Mach-E.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Huracan driver was penalized on the first day the law was enacted.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

A Ferrari Portofino was wrecked in California after the driver missed a turn. Police allege the driver had been drinking before the late-night crash occurred. Significant damage was inflicted on the Portofino’s wheels, suspension, and bodywork. For all its speed and swagger, the Ferrari Portofino has never been the most coveted prancing horse in Maranello’s stable.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

EV and sedan sales are way up as other automakers struggle with big losses.

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Volkswagen Australia has confirmed pricing for the T7 Multivan , which is due to arrive in Australia in the second quarter of 2025. Offered in a single model grade in two sizes at launch, the new-generation Multivan will start from $75,990 before on-road costs for the short-wheelbase (SWB) TDI360 Life. That represents a $3700 price increase over the outgoing T6.1 Multivan.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

GM and LG Energy Solution remain committed to two other massive EV battery factories in the US. Now under the ownership of LG, the battery maker will supply packs to another automaker. GM and LG are still working on new, advanced prismatic batteries despite the split. General Motors is selling its stake in one of the four huge EV battery plants for the US to LG Energy Solution.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

New York City has already issued refunds and reversed the citations.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Lamborghini’s R&D boss has hinted that future versions of the new Temerario supercar could make more than 1,000 hp. Rouven Mohr said that it would be easy to extract more power from the current 789 hp hybrid V8 powertrain. Lambo could have achieved the same power with a V6 but thought customers wouldn’t accept the drop from a V10. No one outside of Lamborghini has even driven the company’s new Temerario yet, but the automaker’s R&D chief already has us geed up abo

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Autocar

DECEMBER 3, 2024

UK boss says funds from company car tax should be used to provide incentives for cheaper EVs for private buyers Vauxhall has called on the government to do more to help support private buyers of affordable electric cars , even if that requires redistributing some of the money used to support electric company cars. Company cars continue to account for the bulk of all EVs sold in the UK, with buyers boosted by tax benefits and incentives.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Sbarro Super Eight debuted at the 1984 Geneva show and later joined a Swiss collection. In addition to having a Ferrari V8, the Super Eight is underpinned by the frame of a 308 GTB. According to the seller, it can be road-registered in the European Union and across the US. When you think of a hot hatch, images of hatchbacks with punchy turbocharged engines and front-drive handling typically come to mind.

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Motor 1

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Deliveries of the 004S and 004CS begin early next year.

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) claimed a major win today, reporting more than 100,000 electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia so far this year – which would be a significant milestone for the takeup of battery-powered vehicles in this country. However, the lobby group failed to disclose a major caveat: the figure includes plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), which can be recharged externally but are also fitted with petrol engines.

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