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Ken Block's Hoonitruck heads to auction

Motor Authority

Ken Block's "Hoonitruck," a heavily modified 1977 Ford F-150 used in the late rally driver and viral-video star's "Gymkhana" series, will be up for grabs at Barrett-Jackson's annual Scottsdale, Arizona, collector car auction, which starts on Jan. 18. The truck was commissioned by Block, who died in 2023 in a snowmobile crash, as a follow-up to the.

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Putting the new Corvette ZR1 into performance perspective

Machines with Souls

The Corvette ZR1 is the most expensive Corvette ever produced, but it's also faster than some very famous hypercars. The post Putting the new Corvette ZR1 into performance perspective appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Car Deal of the Day: simply brilliant new Skoda Elroq SUV for under £300 per month

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Our Deal of the Day for 12 January is a great price for Skodas supremely comfortable and very spacious new electric SUV

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When Best Motoring Pitched the Best of Japan Against Supercars

Motor 1

Can the likes of the RX-7, Skyline GT-R, and NSX hang with an F40 and Ruf Yellowbird? Not quite, though not for lack of trying.

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Osamu Suzuki was a visionary who championed high-quality small cars

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Mike Rutherford celebrates the life of Osamu Suzuki

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Someone Saved This BMW E30 After 30 Years in a Barn

Motor 1

It's a six-cylinder five-speed car that was parked in the 1990s and forgotten. until now.

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2024’s Most Recalled Brands: Tesla Leads, But Ford Tops In-Person Repairs By Millions

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Ford led in physical recalls in 2024, forcing 4.8 million customers to visit dealerships. Tesla resolved 99.2% of its recalls with OTA updates, avoiding dealership visits entirely. Stellantis executed 72 recalls last year but relied on over-the-air software fixes just once. The final recall tallies for 2024 are in, and spoiler alert: Ford can keep celebrating its fall from the top spot as the reigning king of recalls.

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Subaru WRX gets STI treatment: More power but two massive caveats

CarExpert

The latest generation of Subaru WRX was the first to go without an STI performance flagship, but now it’s returned… but don’t get too excited. Subaru will produce just 500 examples of the S210 special edition, which it’s calling “the pinnacle of the STI complete cars”, based on the Japanese-market WRX S4 STI Sport R EX.

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Talent Management: The Heart of the Matter

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In the highly competitive automotive industry, car dealerships struggle with attracting, developing and retaining talent. Managing a dealership workforce requires a nuanced approach, but many dealerships still struggle with high turnover, skill gaps and productivity issues, which impact profits and customer satisfaction. These issues are not new, and the solutions are not revolutionary.

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Lexus LBX Takumi long-term test: impeccable quality meets surprising inefficiency

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First report: this new compact hybrid cross pulled an UNO reverse card on us

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2025 Jeep Avenger Summit review

Drive.com

Jeep now counts itself as part of the electric revolution with the all-new Avenger. But was it worth the effort? Tom Fraser finds out. Skip ahead: Introduction Running costs Price and specification Energy use Interior space and comfort On-road assessment Connectivity and infotainment Summary Safety Next steps 2025 Jeep Avenger Summit When you think of Jeep, it usually conjures up a picture of a hardcore off-road-capable 4×4.

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These used cars from 1985 just became tax-free classics

Auto Express

Is it time to get on board with these 40-year-old cars that have just qualified for the historic vehicle road tax exemption?

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Subaru WRX Club Spec upgrades tipped to return on permanent variant, STI rear wing and all

Drive.com

The bigger brakes, stiffer suspension and STI-inspired looks of the WRX Club Spec are poised to return on a new manual version of the flagship tS trim, seemingly without a limited-edition badge. The most recent Subaru WRX Club Spec a 150-example special edition with the rear wing of the iconic WRX STI looks set to inspire a new, permanent member of the model range.

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Lexus LBX Takumi in Passionate Yellow - pictures

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Pictures of our long-term Lexus LBX being tested on UK roads.

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Car delivery delays emerge amid Australia-wide port strikes: Over 35,000 vehicles affected

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Strikes at some of Australia’s busiest ports have put the brakes on arrivals of new vehicles, causing multi-week delays that if stevedores’ pay demands are not met could drag on for months. Thousands of Australians waiting to take delivery of a new car will need to wait even longer, amid industrial action at some of the country’s largest ports holding-up vehicle arrivals.

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These used cars from 1985 just became tax-free classics - pictures

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Pictures of the best used tax-free classic cars from 1985

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Mazda 6 to live on as reskinned Chinese electric car, Australian launch one step closer: Confirmed

Drive.com

The Mazda EZ-6 electric sedan has been confirmed for Europe where it will be sold as the Mazda 6e with right-hand drive deliveries due to commence in the UK in 2026, opening the door for an Australian launch. The Mazda 6 will live on as an electric sedan sharing far more in common with a Chinese vehicle than any other Mazda model on sale, it has been confirmed.

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USA Full Year 2024: Ford F-Series #1 for 43rd year, Toyota RAV4 on podium

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Toyota RAV4 signs its first ever US podium ranking Discover over 115 years of U.S. Historical Data here. The U.S. new light vehicle market gains 2.2% year-on-year in 2024 to 15.9 million units according to data by Wards Intelligence. This the highest annual volume since 2019.

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Mitsubishi Quit Sedans, So This Galant Got A Creative Facelift

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A body shop in Laos gave a facelift to the long-discontinued Mitsubishi Galant sedan. The midsize Galant received a front end borrowed from a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV. At the rear, the Galant now features LED taillights sourced from a Toyota Fortuner. Mitsubishi hasn’t made the Galant in years, but apparently, one owner in Southeast Asia wasn’t quite ready to let go of the midsize sedan.

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BYD Shark 6: Australian deliveries begin, but some customers face delays

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The first BYD Shark 6 customer in Australia has been handed the keys to their plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ute, as local deliveries commence. The handover took place at BYD’s Brisbane showroom, with the first customer-delivered Shark 6 finished in white. BYD has warned, however, that there are thousands more Shark 6s on boats that are waiting to be unloaded, following delays by industrial action at ports.

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How A Fake Hertz Customer Support Line Stole Over $600 From A Renter

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Rental car scam leaves Ohio woman scammed out of $600 after falling behind on payments. Fake phone number found online connects victim to scammer demanding Walmart gift cards. Fraudster convinces victim to buy two gift cards, tricking her out of hundreds of dollars. In yet another reminder that the internet can be a minefield of deceit, a woman from Brook Park, Ohio, claims she was scammed out of several hundred dollars by someone posing as a Hertz representative.

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Limited-run, track-ready Mazda MX-5 revealed

CarExpert

Mazda has officially launched the Spirit Racing Roadster 12R , a track-focused take on its popular MX-5 sports car. First revealed this time last year , the Spirit Racing Roadster 12R was launched over the weekend at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. It comes from Mazda’s new Spirit Racing performance division, akin to Toyota’s Gazoo Racing and Hyundai’s N.

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California Cracks Down On Fast E-Bikes Endangering Public Roads

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Electric bicycles, or e-bikes, have become a hot topic for Californian authorities worried about their surge in popularity. Several new bills aim to reclassify and clear up what is defined as an e-bike and what should be considered a light electric dirt bike. The rise of high-power electric motorbikes highlights the need for clarity and education on what is legal and what isn’t.

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What Is MacPherson Strut Suspension? What to Know

Car Examer

Lets break it down what Is macPherson strut Suspension so you can understand what it is, how it works, and why its a go-to choice for so many vehicles. Ever wonder why your car handles bumps so well or feels stable around corners? Thats where MacPherson strut suspension comes into play. Its one of the most common suspension systems in cars today, and theres a good reason for thatits simple, reliable, and gets the job done without costing a fortune.

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The Top 100 Best-Selling Used Cars, Trucks And SUVs Of 2024

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The annual iSeeCars study lists the best-selling 1-5 year-old used cars in the US. Trucks dominate the top three spots, while SUVs claim 65 of the top 100 positions. The Tesla Model 3 is still the most popular used EV, joined now by the Model Y. Once again, American car buyers have made their preferences crystal clear: full-size trucks reign supreme in the used vehicle market.

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2025 Mazda 6e EV: UK launch could hint at Australian plans

CarExpert

Mazda has revealed the new 6e electric vehicle (EV) for the European and UK markets, serving as an electric successor to the long-running Mazda 6 mid-sizer. Debuting at the Brussels motor show in Belgium, the 2025 Mazda 6e will go on sale in Europe during the northern hemisphere’s summer, indicating availability in June-August. The UK will get a right-hand drive version in 2026 which could mean a future Australian launch for the brand’s new Tesla Model 3 competitor, too.

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I Flew To Germany To Conquer The Nurburgring; It Conquered Me Instead

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For more than a decade, driving on the Nurburgring has been at the top of my automotive bucket list. When I was a teenager, I used to watch live video feeds from the famous German racetrack, focusing on random cars zooming by and picturing myself taking those very same corners. Over the years, I’ve viewed numerous race series and endurance races at the circuit, and been amazed at the bravery of drivers, coming within inches of the crash barriers, pulling off daring overtakes, and hitting s

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2025 GWM Haval Jolion Lux review

CarExpert

New year… not so new GWM Haval Jolion. Well, that’s not strictly true, as GWM’s range of entry-level SUVs has been revised for 2025 to include a new Ultra petrol variant with more power and standard kit. Pricing is down too, at least until the end of January. However, the rest of the lineup remains unchanged, meaning the mid-spec petrol Lux on test still wears the ‘old shape’ bodywork, and packs the same turbocharged four-cylinder engine under the bonnet.

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No Fake Sounds, Just Science: How Lexus Made The LC’s V8 Sing Like An LFA

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Lexus has revealed some of the tricks it employed to get the best sound out of the LC’s 5.0-liter V8. No artificial sounds were created, but active noise cancellation helps mute undesirable noises. An intake sound generator and exhaust flaps deliver excitement while still meeting drive-by regs. There are dozens of ‘straight-piped’ videos on YouTube showing how crudely junking your car’s mufflers and emissions equipment in favor of simple sections of tube can make your eng

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Mazda upgrades MX-5 with more power, but Australia to miss out

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Mazda proves its MX-5 can produce up to 147kW from its 2.0-litre engine, but Spirit Racing variant to remain in Japan only. Mazda has unveiled its most potent factory-built MX-5 to date, with the Spirit Racing Roadster 12R making its debut at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. Powered by the same 2.0-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine as the standard MX-5 line-up, power increases 12kW from 135kW to 147kW making this the most powerful Mazda roadster to roll out of Hiroshima.

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Nissan Versa Flips On Pittsburgh Bridge After Botched Overtake Attempt

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The Versa can be seen swerving through traffic right before it crashed. The driver should be grateful their car didn’t roll over the side of the bridge. Initially he tried walking away, but eventually returned to the scene. Swerving aggressively through traffic is a bad idea, even more so when you’re in a narrow, two-lane road, where the chances of causing an accident if something goes wrong are higher.

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Hyundai’s futuristic VW ID. Buzz electric rival caught on camera

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The Hyundai Staria people mover is due to add electric power this year, with spy images revealing considerable design changes compared to petrol and diesel models although it may not look it at first glance. Hyundais first electric people mover has been spied undergoing development testing ahead of its formal launch. The 2026 Hyundai Staria Electric a battery-powered version of the current petrol and diesel van was spotted without camouflage and sporting shorter overhangs and wheelbase than t

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Man calls police on ‘drunk’ driver… and gets nabbed for drink-driving himself

CarExpert

This driver’s heart may have been in the right place, but his blood-alcohol level sure wasn’t. A 50-year-old motorist in Qualicum Beach, in the Canadian province of British Columbia, has started the new year off badly, after he had his licence suspended and his vehicle impounded for driving under the influence of alcohol. He might have gotten away with it too, had he not called the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).

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Mini to pull the plug on its most affordable electric cars in Australia

Drive.com

The entry-level ‘E’ versions of the new electric Mini Cooper and Aceman are destined for the chopping block but prices have been slashed by up to $11,500 on the way out. Cooper SE pictured. Mini is preparing to pull the plug on its two most affordable electric vehicles the 2025 Mini Cooper E and Aceman E months after they arrived in showrooms to focus on more expensive variants.

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High Prices Push Americans To Smaller Cars After Years Of Bigger Is Better

Carscoops

The average American buyer is downsizing as interest rates and fuel costs continue rising. Sales of entry-level models rose 23 percent, with compact cars climbing by 16 percent. Buyers are moving to economy models, though fewer options under $25,000 remain in 2024. Whether it be something as simple as upsizing a meal at the McDonald’s checkout or saving up for that home extension, we’re often taught that bigger is better.

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‘When can I get my driver’s licence?’: State-by-state breakdown

Drive.com

Not all Australian states and territories employ the same set of rules when it comes to allowing their adolescents on the road. Every adolescent awaits the day they can legally apply for a drivers licence. Its considered a rite of passage for young Australians that awards freedom, and is also considered by many to be the point when a teenager transitions into an adult.