Best Selling Cars Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

BMW held a record 14.6% of the Belgian market in September and 14.3% in October. Note complete September data is also available in the data section of this article. New car sales in Belgium fall -5.5% year-on-year in October to 36,447 units, with the year-to-date volume now off -4.9% to 393,015. After smashing its share record for the 2nd consecutive month in September at 14.6%, brand leader BMW (+27.4%) scores its 2nd best share in October at 14.3%.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Porsche is comparatively subtle, unlike its front-engined V8 companions The Vantage is back with a bang – does it now dominate a class of grand touring superstars? The Ferrari nearly fails to materialise. With the official press car out of action, locating a good, representative Roma is proving to be a proper head-scratcher, something we can’t understand.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The 2025 Ford Bronco is available to order, with the Base trim starting at $37,995. The SUV gains a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, rear A/C vents, and better insulation. New options include the Black Appearance Package and the Matte Clear Film. Ford has rolled out a series of updates for the 2025 Bronco, adding more standard equipment and a few strategic options aimed at keeping the model fresh in a crowded off-road market.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Australia’s BYD distributor EVDirect will prioritise adding SUVs and utes to the local lineup as the Chinese brand expands its local presence. In response to strong demand for the Shark 6 , Sealion 6 and Atto 3 , EVDirect will channel resources into importing new models with high sales potential, according to CEO David Smitherman. “The opportunity for us is that there’s so much product to choose from.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Kia reveals EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR concepts at 2024 SEMA show Concepts tease off-road potential of EV9 SUV and upcoming PV5 van Kia plans new versions of EV9, including high-performance EV9 GT Kia teased the potential off-road credibility of its EV9 and an upcoming electric van to be called the PV5 with the EV9 ADVNTR and PV5 WKNDR concepts at.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Passenger version of the Jimny was pulled from sale in the UK in 2020 Electrification "would ruin" small 4x4 due to added weight, according to Toshihiro Suzuki Suzuki ’s president has suggested the brand has no plans to build an electric or hybrid version of the Jimny , given that electrifying the 4x4 “would ruin" it. The car has had a strong following in the UK since its launch in 1970, with its fourth generation – and mini reboot – in 2018 rubber stamping its cult classic status.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The Nissan Fairlady Z is available in new shades for the 2025 MY in Japan. Interior upgrades are limited to the addition of the SOS call button. There are no changes under the skin, with the Z retaining same twin-turbo 3.0-liter engine. Nissan has unveiled the 2025 MY updates for the Fairlady Z in Japan, including a refreshed color palette and the addition of the SOS call function to all grades.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer is priced from $59,945, excluding destination The new starting price is $3,000 less than the previous year Standard equipment has been increased despite the lower pricing Jeep has sharpened prices on its 2025 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer in an effort to boost sales of what is already a strong seller for the brand. The 2025.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

EV will be first in a run of new EVs and PHEVs launching at a rate of one per year from 2026 British firm announces new details of first EV as it pushes back its deadline to go electric-only Bentley’s first electric vehicle will arrive in 2026 as “the world’s first true luxury urban SUV”, according to the British firm – and it will be one of 10 EV and plug-in hybrid models to be launched in the space of a decade.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

The Toyota Hilux Champ was transformed into a wild race truck for competition in Thailand. It was built for the Super Pickup championship featuring aero, chassis, and power upgrades. The truck goes head-to-head with the Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, and Ford Ranger. The Hilux Champ was launched last year as a bare-bones, budget-friendly pickup truck for Asian markets, with Toyota hyping up its potential for customization.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Autofinity has launched ViSOURCE, a tool to aggregate wholesale vendor stock and information to provide buyers with an extensive view of the used car market. ViHUB enables automotive retailers to pool vehicle data, automatically populate online marketplaces and manage stock with up-to-date inventory details. CEO Andy Whitehair said: “Used car buyers within franchised and independent retailers source used cars from a variety of vendors each operating their own platforms with their own page displa

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Built By Legends presented R34 GT-R restomod at 2024 SEMA show Pricing starts at $450,000, not including cost of donor car Early R34 GT-Rs eligible for U.S. import under 25-year rule The R34-generation of Nissan's Skyline GT-R is an iconic car that featured on the bedroom walls of many car fans around the turn of the century, including in markets.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Autocar understands this JLR test car is a prototype of the next Velar JLR has confirmed plans to launch the first EMA-based electric Land Rover model in around 18 months' time Land Rover will launch the first electric SUV based atop its new EMA platform in spring 2026 - and it's expected to be the replacement for the Range Rover Velar. The marque's first EV will be the Range Rover Electric due next year.

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Drive.com

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Households will soon be able to be powered by their electric car – or sell power from their electric vehicle back into the grid during peak demand – thanks to new standards from the Federal Government. Australians will soon be able to use their electric cars to not only power their homes, but also send energy back into the electric grid during peak periods.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Audi is struggling with declining sales and profits, impacting its overall market performance. While it blames a challenging market and competitive conditions, deeper issues stem from an aging lineup. An assortment of new models are on the horizon, although the problems won’t be fixed overnight. Audi is at a crossroads as sales are down and EVs are struggling.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

GM in 2023 started phasing out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on some vehicles GM's software boss said automaker wants more control of vehicle's user interface Next-gen Apple CarPlay set to take even more control of user interface Anyone who is a frequent user of Apple CarPlay will know the inconvenience of having to exit CarPlay's interface to.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Rotary-electric powertrain is said to enable a classic sports coupé shape Mazda plans to build 370bhp, rotary-electric MX-5 successor "in the not so distant future" Mazda has confirmed plans to put its striking Iconic SP rotary-powered sports car concept into production in the near future. Revealed at last year’s Tokyo motor show, the Iconic SP is a tightly packaged, 370bhp vision of a future sports car in the vein of the MX-5, equipped with an innovative hybrid powertrain that uses a rotary eng

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AutoDealer Today

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Study shows it’s building with consumers, but dealers can improve on transparency, both online and in person.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

A Cybertruck owner found a DIY answer to a problem Tesla service techs couldn’t seem to fix. After a windshield replacement, his EV developed wind noise, and Tesla’s attempts to fix it failed. A run of 9mm weather stripping eventually provided a solution at the low cost of $13. A Cybertruck owner became so frustrated at Tesla ’s inability to deal with a problem with his electric truck that he took matters into his own hands and fixed it with a $13 DIY part.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Porsche has issued a recall and a do not drive warning on certain 718 and 911 models because of concerns a wheel could fall off. The issue has to do with some wheel bolts not being built to the correct specification, and as a result could fracture, something that could result in a loss of steering control or a wheel to become detached. Porsche.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

President Toshihiro Suzuki says decision down to slowdown in EV growth and popularity in cheap Chinese electric cars Suzuki has put its future electric cars on hold while it “monitors the market” amid a general slowdown in EV interest, president Toshihiro Suzuki has said. Four electric models were due before the turn of the decade as part of a $35 billion EV investment, starting with the eVitara which was launched today.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Tariffs placed on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe and the US threatens to stun the growth of the nation’s export industry, but Australia could be a benefactor. In Europe, an investigation by policymakers found Chinese EV makers were being subsidised by the state, with the European Commission responding by placing tariffs of up to 45.3 per cent – including existing import taxes on incoming vehicles.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The Toyota RAV-X concept is inspired by Dakar Rally racers with hardcore off-road mods. A long-travel suspension is combined with a rugged bodykit and new wheels. The SEMA build explores the potential of a new halo model in the future RAV4 lineup. Toyota has rolled out yet another concept for the 2024 SEMA Show , this time giving the RAV4 a rugged makeover.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Nissan unveiled Frontier Tarmac concept at 2024 SEMA show Concept developed with Chris Forsberg and features prototype Nismo parts Supercharger lifts output of Frontier 3.8-liter V-6 to 440 hp Nissan teamed up with professional drifter Chris Forsberg to build a wild Frontier street truck concept for the 2024 SEMA show, which is currently running.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

F-Pace can now be bought only from dealer stock in the UK SUV was pulled from the UK market last month but will survive elsewhere until first quarter of 2026 The Jaguar F-Pace will be axed globally in early 2026, JLR CEO Adrian Mardell has confirmed, after it was pulled from sale in the UK. Jaguar no longer sells any new cars in its home market and won’t until its all-new four-door electric GT arrives in summer 2026.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In this Executive Spotlight interview, Dan Barker, CEO of Wikimotive speaks with AutoSuccess’ Brian Ankney. Barker shares strategies for building high-performing teams, particularly relevant for dealerships facing staffing and retention challenges. Barker highlights that company culture plays a pivotal role in retention. He says, at Wikimotive , culture isn’t just about perks — it’s about fostering trust and allowing employees to make decisions independently.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Mazda recalls over 80,000 CX-90 and CX-70 vehicles due to a startup issue affecting multiple safety features. A dashboard malfunction in certain of those SUVs may trigger limp mode and illuminate check engine codes. Some CX-90 vehicles may fail to restart after idle stops, prompting a recall to update hybrid system software. Mazda’s plan to push upmarket hinges in large part on cars like the three-row CX-90 and it’s two-row twin, the CX-70.

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Mercedes-Benz AMG plans electric full-size SUV SUV will ride on AMG.EA dedicated EV platform SUV may benefit from high-performance axial-flux electric motors Mercedes-Benz AMG is pressing ahead with plans to launch a high-performance electric SUV that will be distinct to anything sold by Mercedes-Benz. Announced by AMG on Thursday, the standalone.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

New car is recognisable as a Clio but introduces several new design cues… New supermini will introduce radical new look and is set to offer hybrid power exclusively The next-generation Renault Clio is set to ditch pure-petrol engines and go hybrid-only when it arrives next year. It will also introduce several new design cues, pictures of the car spotted testing on public roads for the first time show.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The MG 4 has taken a unique place in Australian automotive history, becoming the first electric vehicle (EV) to outsell Tesla in a month – at least since the US brand started publishing local sales figures more than two and half years ago. In October 2024, MG delivered 1486 examples of its small electric hatchback, almost doubling its previous monthly sales record of 835 deliveries set in November 2023, and more than tripling its monthly average of 419 deliveries between January and September.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Manheim Auction Services’ Gloucester site launched last month with record-breaking results. The sale event saw 5,270 accepted bids, the most received at a commercial Manheim auction, totalling £4.2 million pounds in assets sold on the day. The site is a a seven-figure investment designed to support Manheim’s van and truck customer base. Matthew Davock, director of commercial vehicles at Manheim Auction Services said: “Our ambition from the outset was to create a lively, energy-filled atmosphere

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Audi's new model onslaught will continue into the new year with the automaker confirming on Tuesday the reveal of a redesigned A7 in early 2025. The new A7's arrival will follow that of the new A5, Q5, and A6 E-Tron all debuting in the summer. A new Q5 Sportback is also scheduled to debut later in November. The new A7 should reach U.S. showrooms.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Skoda Kodiaq sales are up 45.2% in Romania. The Romanian new car market edges up 1.4% year-on-year to 11,552 units, leading to a year-to-date tally up 4.1% to 127,062. Local behemoth Dacia (-5.8%) goes against the positive market and sees its share fall to 25.7% vs. 29.2% so far this year. Skoda (+27.5%) surges ahead to 2nd place overall with 9.6% share vs. 6.8% year-to-date.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Production of the Ford F-150 Lightning will reportedly be paused for six weeks, representing the latest bump in the road for the once highly anticipated electric pickup. As reported by Reuters , the F-150 Lightning’s production line will be offline from November 18, 2024 to January 6, 2025, a six-week period that includes one holiday week in December when it was originally planned to be paused.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Rochdale-based lender Marsh Finance has signed a deal to adopt iVendi’s new point-of-sale system. Marsh Finance can now share its proposition with dealers across iVendi’s user base. The system will allow for fast and compliant quotation generation and easy application completion for online and showroom car buyers. Andrew Marsh, CEO of Marsh Finance, said, ” The technology we are implementing will allow us to extend our reach beyond our existing dealer base and offer our products to a much

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Motor Authority

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Toyota GR86 Rally Legacy concept to debut at 2024 SEMA show Concept features engine and AWD system from GR Corolla Concept takes inspiration from iconic Celica GT-Four rally cars Toyota will use the 2024 SEMA show kicking off in Las Vegas on Tuesday to present multiple concepts, one of which is the GR86 Rally Legacy. The concept is based on the.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The new Windsor pushes MG to record volumes in October. 397,947 wholesales were recorded in India in October, a +1.8% year-on-year improvement and a new all-time record for any month, eclipsing the previous best of 393,471 hit last January. This month both the Dussehra and Diwali festivals occurred which is an auspicious month for car purchases. The year-to-date tally stands at 3,614,694 units, up 4% and a new record also.

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