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Paul Walker's R34 Skyline GT-R Sells for Record $1.357 Million at Auction

The Fast and Furious franchise has been a cultural phenomenon for years, and the cars featured in the movies have become almost as famous as the actors. So it's no surprise that when Paul Walker's R34 Skyline GT-R was recently auctioned off, it fetched a whopping $1.357 million, a record for a publicly sold Skyline model.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 1:32 p.m.
Toyota Land Cruiser J70 Gets a Boost with New Four-Cylinder Diesel Engine, Retains V8

Toyota is upgrading its legendary Land Cruiser J70 with a new 2.8-liter, four-cylinder turbodiesel engine. The new engine will complement the existing 4.5-liter V8 turbodiesel option, offering customers improved fuel economy and lower emissions while providing the same level of performance.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 1:20 p.m.
Great Wall Motors to Open EV Factory in Brazil Exclusively Manufacturing Electric Cars

Great Wall Motor (GWM), the Chinese car manufacturer, is set to open a new electric vehicles factory in Brazil next year. The site in Iracem?polis in the Brazilian state of S?o Paulo, which GWM purchased from Daimler in 2021, is scheduled to go into operation on 1 May 2024.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 12:29 p.m.
BYD to Expand Global Presence by Producing EVs in Vietnam and Southeast Asia

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD Co. is set to make a foray into the Southeast Asian market by producing EVs in Vietnam.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 12:17 p.m.
Tesla Secures Massive Cybertruck Parts Order from South Korean Supplier Seoyeon E-Hwa

Seoyeon E-Hwa, a South Korean parts supplier, has confirmed a massive order from Tesla for A, B, and C Pillar parts for the Cybertruck. The order, worth $227 million, has prompted Seoyeon E-Hwa to rent a facility in Monterrey, Mexico, where it will begin production as early as June 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 12:05 p.m.
Toyota partners with Kaneka for high-efficiency solar cells in electric vehicles

Toyota has chosen Kaneka's 180cm?, 26.63%-efficient crystalline silicon solar cells for use in one of its electrified vehicles, specifically in the roof glass of the Prius PHEV.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 11:43 a.m.
Bentley and Skoda Release Special Items to Celebrate UK Coronation

To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the UK, Bentley and Skoda have each released special items. Bentley has produced a limited series of bespoke cabin cushions for its cars, while Skoda is introducing a new color, Royal Green, which will be available on select Superb, Kodiaq, and Octavia models.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 11:21 a.m.
Peugeot Remains France's Favorite Car Brand, but Germans Dominate Top Spots

The French automotive market has been a hub for car production for many years, with brands such as Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Renault, Alpine, Bugatti, Aixam, and Ligier calling it home. But which brands are the French people favoring the most?

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 12:39 a.m.
Sweden leads the way with world's first permanent electrified road for EVs to charge while driving

Sweden is making history by building the world's first permanent electrified road for electric vehicles (EVs) to charge while driving. This groundbreaking e-motorway project could lead to a further 3,000 km of electric roads being built in Sweden by 2035, according to Trafikverket, the Swedish transport administration.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 8, 2023, 12:11 a.m.
Lucid Motors Offers Tesla Owners Test Drives at Supercharger Stations

Lucid Motors recently caused a stir among Tesla fans when the automaker set up shop at a Tesla Supercharger station in Los Angeles to offer test drives of the Lucid Air to Tesla owners. While some were curious and willing to give it a try, others saw it as “desperate” and “not the right way to advertise”.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 7, 2023, 11:55 p.m.
1983 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 with 28K Original Miles Gets Its First Wash in 12 Years for a Stylish Cruise

The 1983 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 with 28,000 original miles has received its first wash in 12 years. The owner plans to take it cruising with the t-tops off, wearing her denim jacket and aviator shades.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 7, 2023, 11:32 p.m.
Ukrainian volunteers transform trophy Russian T-62 tanks into heavy infantry fighting vehicles

Ukrainian volunteers are working on a heavy armored vehicle based on the T-62 tank, according to Roman Balan, a member of the Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 7, 2023, 10:51 p.m.
Auto Bild names the most fuel-efficient cars in various classes - from the smallest to SUVs

When it comes to buying a car, fuel efficiency is often at the top of the list of priorities. With rising gas prices and growing concerns over the environment, finding a vehicle that is both fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly is crucial. That's why AUTO BILD has conducted tests to find the most fuel-efficient cars across nine categories, ranging from small cars to SUVs, as well as the most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid models.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 7, 2023, 10:08 p.m.
Fisker Delivers First All-Electric Ocean SUV to Customer in Denmark - A Limited Edition Ocean One Launch Edition in Great White Exterior Paint

Fisker, the American electric vehicle manufacturer, has delivered its first all-electric SUV, the Fisker Ocean, to a customer in Denmark. The lucky owner received their vehicle from Fisker CEO Henrik Fisker at the recently opened Fisker Center+ facility in Copenhagen.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 6, 2023, 11:34 a.m.
Buick Unveils Next-Gen LaCrosse as Flagship Sedan in China with 30-Inch Infotainment Screen

Buick has unveiled the latest generation of its LaCrosse sedan as the brand's flagship four-door vehicle in China. The new LaCrosse boasts Buick's Pure Design styling language, featuring a broad, trapezoidal grille, stacked headlights with LED running lights, and full-width taillights with a sharp appearance.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 6, 2023, 11:20 a.m.
Shell and Volkswagen open the first Flexpole charging station in Germany, featuring a unique battery storage system that allows connection to the low-voltage grid

Shell and Volkswagen have teamed up to launch the first innovative Flexpole charging station in Germany. The 150 kW Elli Flexpole charging station was recently installed at a Shell service station in G?ttingen.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 11:19 p.m.
GMC Unveils Neptune Blue Omega Edition for 2024 Hummer EV Pickup and SUV

GMC has unveiled a new Omega Edition for the Hummer EV pickup and SUV, featuring a Neptune Blue matte finish inspired by the eighth planet.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 9:41 p.m.
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association lists seven arguments against the introduction of the Euro 7 emission standard in the automotive industry

Enforced from July 1, 2025, the new Euro 7 regulations aim to reduce NOx emissions by 35% and lessen tailpipe particulates by 13%, compared to current Euro 6 directives. These targets apply to new cars and light vans; regulations for larger trucks and buses will come into effect in 2027.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 2:37 p.m.
Tesla's German Gigafactory Commences Production of Model Y with BYD Battery Pack

In a move that adds to the diversity of Tesla's model lineup, the German Gigafactory has started production on a base version of the Model Y with a structural battery pack supplied by BYD.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 1:44 p.m.
Four wheel drive and a bottle of whisky: The classic Land Rover Defender returns with 30 factory-restored special editions, each priced at over $290,000

The Classic Defender Works V8 Islay Edition, created by Land Rover Classic, is priced at ?230,000 (about $290,000) for the three-door 90 version and ?245,000 ($308,500) for the seven-seater five-door 110 models.

Evgenii Ushakov

May 5, 2023, 12:26 p.m.

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