Stellantis Demands $26M In Damages From Chinese Supplier Sparking Lawsuit | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Last year, a supplier had to pause production due to a cyberattack, so Stellantis charged it $26 million, kicking off a legal battle 1 hour ago <!––> <!– –> Yanfeng makes interior components for Jeep and Ram vehicles, and was […]
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55,000 Toyota Prius Models In U.S. Have Rear Doors That Could Swing Open While Driving
55,000 Toyota Prius Models In U.S. Have Rear Doors That Could Swing Open While Driving | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Although Toyota hasn’t confirmed a fix, it’s expected that dealers will resolve the issue by simply replacing the rear door opener free of charge https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson 2 hours ago <!––> <!– –> […]
Read MoreMexico Ends Chinese Automaker Incentives After US Pressure
Mexico Ends Chinese Automaker Incentives After US Pressure | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> The U.S. doesn’t want Chinese automakers to use Mexico to avoid tariffs 12 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Facing pressure from the U.S., Mexico has reportedly stopped offering Chinese automakers federal incentives to set up manufacturing plants. American officials fear that automakers […]
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Bill Ford On EVs: “We’re Not Shoving Anything Down Anyone’s Throat”
Bill Ford On EVs: “We’re Not Shoving Anything Down Anyone’s Throat” | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> FoMoCo chairman says the transition to EVs will be led by consumers, but also claimed different viewpoints about electric cars from Democrats and Republicans makes it hard for automakers to plan ahead https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ <!––> by Chris Chilton 3 hours […]
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Kia Says It Is Ahead Of Rivals With Its Affordable EVs
Kia Says It Is Ahead Of Rivals With Its Affordable EVs | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> The company notes it will be selling customers their second and third EV when some rivals finally get in the game https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson 2 hours ago <!––> <!– –> The carmaker will have eight BEVs on […]
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VW Teams Up With Xpeng To Build 2026 Lower-Cost EV Platform
VW Teams Up With Xpeng To Build 2026 Lower-Cost EV Platform | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> German automaker wants to regain market share in China with more affordable cars https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ <!––> by Chris Chilton 3 hours ago <!––> <!– –> VW has joined forces with China’s Xpeng to develop EV architecture. New platform will reduce […]
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Maserati Delays Electric Quattroporte Because They Can’t Decide Which Platform To Use
Maserati Delays Electric Quattroporte Because They Can’t Decide Which Platform To Use | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Maserati was initially developing the electric Quattroporte around the Stellantis STLA Large platform https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson 11 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Work on the next-generation model was paused halfway through its development. Maserati is eager […]
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Mercedes Axes Plans For Range-Extender EVs After EQS Test With 1.0-Liter 2-Cylinder
Mercedes Axes Plans For Range-Extender EVs After EQS Test With 1.0-Liter 2-Cylinder | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> The carmaker’s range-extended EQS would have had a significantly longer range than the EV https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson April 17, 2024 at 10:31 <!––> <!– –> An EQS prototype has been tested with a 1.0-liter two-cylinder engine […]
Read MoreEU Introduces New Cybersecurity Rules As EVs Are Deemed “Spying Machines On Four Wheels”
EU Introduces New Cybersecurity Rules As EVs Are Deemed “Spying Machines On Four Wheels” | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> According to a recent study, cybersecurity threats are imminent with modern automobiles 1 hour ago <!––> <!– –> Sensors on modern cars could monitor the surrounding environment and send data to their manufacturers. Starting from July […]
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China’s Dongfeng Could Build Over 100,000 Electrified Cars Annually In Italy
China’s Dongfeng Could Build Over 100,000 Electrified Cars Annually In Italy | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Italy’s biggest carmaker, Stellantis, has previously scoffed at the idea of Chinese brands building cars in the country https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson 3 hours ago <!––> <!– –> The Chinese automaker views Italy as a way to expand […]
Read MoreCar Salesman Burns Down Lamborghini In Commission Dispute With Colleague
Car Salesman Burns Down Lamborghini In Commission Dispute With Colleague | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Setting the Gallardo on fire was allegedly one salesman’s way of resolving an argument with his colleague 1 hour ago <!––> <!– –> This Lamborghini Gallardo was the victim of alleged arson near Hyderabad, India. The blaze started following a […]
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Luxury Car Sales Plunge In Korea After Company Vehicles Forced To Wear Green Plates
Luxury Car Sales Plunge In Korea After Company Vehicles Forced To Wear Green Plates | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Rule change means all company vehicles over $58k need the distinctive plates and it’s a big tax and status turn-off for wealthy Koreans https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ <!––> by Chris Chilton 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Company-owned vehicles […]
Read MoreCarMax Cuts Vehicle Return Window From 30 Days To 10
CarMax Cuts Vehicle Return Window From 30 Days To 10 | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> A 30-day return period led to a paperwork nightmare for CarMax, which will only offer a 10-day money-back guarantee as of May 12 April 16, 2024 at 16:05 <!––> <!– –> Starting on May 12, CarMax’s money-back guarantee will only […]
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Jeep Mulls ICE Wagoneer S And Recon As It Addresses U.S. Sales Dip
Jeep Mulls ICE Wagoneer S And Recon As It Addresses U.S. Sales Dip | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Under a new CEO, Jeep wants to address a five year decline by introducing new models, and combustion engines might be on the table https://www.carscoops.com/author/sam-d-smith/ <!––> by Sam D. Smith April 16, 2024 at 15:35 <!––> <!– […]
Read MoreEV Sales Plummet 14.1% In Germany In Q1, Tesla Does Even Worse
EV Sales Plummet 14.1% In Germany In Q1, Tesla Does Even Worse | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> In the wake of disappearing incentives, German EV sales have fallen 14.1 percent in Q1 2024 1 hour ago <!––> <!– –> Following the sudden end to German EV incentives in December 2023, sales of all-electric vehicles have […]
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Jaguar Land Rover Could Use EV Platform From Chery’s Exeed Brand
Jaguar Land Rover Could Use EV Platform From Chery’s Exeed Brand | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Jaguar Land Rover aims to become an all-electric brand by 2030, and such a move might prove useful in achieving that target https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> The first Jaguar using an Exeed […]
Read MoreBP’s EV Charging Division Trims 10% Of Workforce, Narrows Focus
BP’s EV Charging Division Trims 10% Of Workforce, Narrows Focus | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> BP Pulse made some bad bets on EV charging and has shed over 100 employees in recent months 2 hours ago <!––> <!– –> BP Pulse’s workforce is shrinking, and it’s shifting its focus from 12 international markets, to just […]
Read MoreNew Rivian Software Update Grades US Charging Stations
New Rivian Software Update Grades US Charging Stations | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Finding a charging station that’s working can be tough, but Rivian wants to make it easier by grading charging points 2 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Rivian’s latest OTA update uses customer data to grade charging stations across the U.S. Customers will […]
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This Isn’t The First Time Alfa Romeo Dropped The Milano Name
This Isn’t The First Time Alfa Romeo Dropped The Milano Name | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> In 2009, Alfa scrapped the “Milano” name for its 147 successor due to local opposition in Milan, where the company was shutting down its operations https://www.carscoops.com/author/johnhcarscoops-com/ <!––> by John Halas 4 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Back in 2009, […]
Read MoreFord Offering Dealers $15k For Every Mustang GTD They Sell: Report
Ford Offering Dealers $15k For Every Mustang GTD They Sell: Report | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> The move could be an effort to deter markups but $15k may not be enough 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> The move could be an indication that Ford is hoping to discourage markups. At the same time, the […]
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New-Car Transaction Prices Haven’t Been This Low For Nearly Two Years
New-Car Transaction Prices Haven’t Been This Low For Nearly Two Years | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Despite recent drops, new-vehicle prices are still up 15.5 percent versus March 2021 https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ <!––> by Chris Chilton 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Transaction prices at lowest since point since December 2022. Prices are still much higher than […]
Read MoreGM Leaving Renaissance Center For Smaller Detroit HQ: Report
GM Leaving Renaissance Center For Smaller Detroit HQ: Report | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Shrinking office space requirements mean that GM is looking to downsize from its current HQ, but it’s staying in Detroit April 15, 2024 at 16:02 <!––> <!– –> GM needs less office space in Detroit, so it’s moving out of the […]
Read MoreCybertruck Deliveries Reportedly Halted Over Loose Accelerator Pedal
Cybertruck Deliveries Reportedly Halted Over Loose Accelerator Pedal | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> One owner claims the faceplate slid off his Cybertruck’s accelerator and forced the pedal to the floor, causing unintended acceleration April 15, 2024 at 15:29 <!––> <!– –> Buyers expecting to receive their new Tesla Cybertrucks in the coming days started complaining […]
Read MoreStellantis Battles Suppliers Leading To Plant Shutdowns And Lawsuits
Stellantis Battles Suppliers Leading To Plant Shutdowns And Lawsuits | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Stellantis is playing hardball with suppliers, and that’s leading to big disputes that are spilling into the courts 3 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Inflationary pressures mean that suppliers want more money from automakers, who have been celebrating record profits. Stellantis […]
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Fisker Dealers Remain Hopeful Despite Brand’s NYSE Delisting
Fisker Dealers Remain Hopeful Despite Brand’s NYSE Delisting | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Fisker may be on the brink of bankruptcy and needs a dramatic turnaround to survive https://www.carscoops.com/author/bradcarscoops-com/ <!––> by Brad Anderson April 15, 2024 at 09:02 <!––> <!– –> A Fisker dealer in Indianapolis recently started customer deliveries of the Ocean SUV. Fisker […]
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2025 BMW X3 Gives Up ICE Secrets Ahead Of August Launch
2025 BMW X3 Gives Up ICE Secrets Ahead Of August Launch | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> More aero-friendly styling, a long-range PHEV, chassis upgrades and a new trim names will appear on the heavily revised combustion-powered SUV https://www.carscoops.com/author/chris-chilton-cc/ <!––> by Chris Chilton 1 hour ago <!––> <!– –> There’s been so much focus lately on […]
Read MoreCar Dealership’s ‘Match Game’ Mailers Leave Consumers Feeling Deceived
Car Dealership’s ‘Match Game’ Mailers Leave Consumers Feeling Deceived | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> A Charlotte resident, believing she won $5,000 from a local Kia dealership flyer, felt deceived upon learning she hadn’t won anything April 14, 2024 at 21:01 <!––> <!– –> A Charlotte resident says she feels like she was deceived after receiving […]
Read More2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio EV Could Come With Nearly 1,000 HP
2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio EV Could Come With Nearly 1,000 HP | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Alfa Romeo CEO, Jean-Philippe Imparato, sounds quite confident about the next Stelvio Quadrifoglio getting close to 1,000 hp 4 hours ago <!––> <!– –> The next high-performance Quadrifoglio Alfa Romeo will be the Stelvio. CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato says […]
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2027 Mercedes ‘Baby’ G-Class: Everything We Know About The EV Off-Roader
2027 Mercedes ‘Baby’ G-Class: Everything We Know About The EV Off-Roader | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> The Little G is expected to arrive around 2026 as the smaller and more affordable sibling of the G-Class https://www.carscoops.com/author/staff/ <!––> by Staff 6 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Mercedes recently confirmed that its first-ever electric G-Class, based on […]
Read More1992 Acura NSX Unearthed After Hiding 30 Years In Storage
1992 Acura NSX Unearthed After Hiding 30 Years In Storage | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> This 2,002-mile NSX has been parked in a heated garage for over 30 years and now it’s finally ready to get back out into the world 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> This 1992 Acura NSX was provided to the […]
Read MoreDodge Charger Daytona: Dealer Order Guide Reveals Colors, Packages, And Options
Dodge Charger Daytona: Dealer Order Guide Reveals Colors, Packages, And Options | Carscoops <!—-><!– –><!– –><!—-><!—-> Buyers who want a First Edition Charger Daytona will have to use Dodge’s Horsepower Locator tool to find it 5 hours ago <!––> <!– –> Dodge dealers will be assigned 2024 Charger Daytona First Edition models starting on April […]
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