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Pick of the Day: 1948 Chevrolet 3100
- The Pick of the Day is a custom 1948 Chevrolet 3100 pickup listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Bakersfield, California.
- The truck underwent a thorough cosmetic overhaul with features like a customized grille, tinted glass, shaved door handles, and a Matador Red Mica paint job on the exterior.
- The interior boasts black leather bucket seats, a fabricated dash, Vintage Air HVAC, power windows, and a modern audio system, making it an NSRA show winner.
- Powered by a BluePrint 355ci small-block crate motor with performance upgrades, this Chevrolet 3100 is a standout piece that is likely to be a showstopper with an asking price of $54,900.
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Xiaomi YU7 EV to be launched in China on May 22
- Xiaomi Auto will launch its first electric crossover, the YU7, in China on May 22.
- The YU7's design features tapered headlights, trapezoidal air intake, sweeping roofline, large rear diffuser, and C-shaped taillights, with a roof-mounted wing.
- The YU7 measures 4,999 mm long, 1,996 mm wide, and 1,600 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. It will have a dual-motor setup producing 690 PS from a CATL-sourced NMC battery.
- Xiaomi aims to deliver 300,000 units this year, with the YU7 expected to contribute significantly to its target. Last year, Xiaomi delivered 135,000 SU7 vehicles.
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Honda Is Developing a Powerful Hybrid For America
- Honda is reevaluating its electrification goals and now aims to abandon combustion engines by 2040.
- The automaker plans to launch 13 new hybrid models globally from 2027 to 2030, focusing on a new hybrid setup for big vehicles in North America.
- The new hybrids will offer powerful driving performance and high towing capability, featuring a new logo design.
- Honda is striving to expand its hybrid lineup in the U.S., projecting 2.2 million annual hybrid sales by the end of the decade while also reducing EV investment by 30%.
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Expect delays at selected Puspakom branches this month, IT works – Cheras closed from June till July 13
- Puspakom is upgrading IT systems at its vehicle inspection centres, causing possible delays in the inspection process.
- Selected branches like Sungai Besar, Banting, Teluk Intan, Bangi, Kluang, Muar, Taman Bukit Maluri, Segamat, and Batu Pahat will undergo system upgrades on specific dates.
- Most Puspakom branches nationwide will operate on Saturdays this month.
- The Cheras branch will be closed from June 1 to July 13 for testing lane upgrading works, and customers are advised to book at alternative outlets during this period.
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2025 Lexus IS 500 Ultimate Edition for North America – 500 units; Brembo brakes, exclusive design touches
- Lexus introduces a new variant, the IS 500 Ultimate Edition, in North America to celebrate it being one of the last naturally-aspirated luxury V8s.
- The IS 500 Ultimate Edition is limited to 500 units and features exclusive metallic grey paint, unique 19-inch forged alloy wheels, and a distinctive interior with Circuit Red leather seats.
- Powered by a 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine producing 472 hp and 535 Nm of torque, it comes with Brembo brakes and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
- The pricing for the IS 500 Ultimate Edition will be revealed during its fall release, and all units will come equipped with the Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 suite.
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Top 5 Upcoming Maruti Cars In 2025-2026
- Maruti Suzuki is set to introduce four major products in 2025-2026, including the e Vitara, affordable SUV, Fronx hybrid, new-gen Baleno hybrid, and subcompact MPV.
- The e Vitara, Maruti's first EV, will be launched in September 2025, offering a promising range of over 500km with battery options of 49kWh and 61kWh.
- Maruti will launch the Escudo, a new 5-seater SUV expected to be larger than Brezza and Grand Vitara, with powertrains similar to the Grand Vitara.
- Maruti's upcoming Fronx hybrid will feature a strong in-house developed hybrid powertrain with a 1.2L petrol engine, aiming for a fuel efficiency of over 35kmpl.
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The Fastest SUV Around Yas Marina Is The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT
- The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT has set the record for the fastest production SUV at the Yas Marina Circuit.
- Driven by Ramez Azzam, the Cayenne Turbo GT completed the F1 track in 2:14.046, establishing a new benchmark for SUV performance on this layout.
- The record was achieved during a sanctioned event that introduced a new system for validating production car lap records at Yas Marina Circuit.
- The oversight for the record-setting attempt was handled by Emirates Motorsport Organisation, and Porsche was congratulated for setting the official production car lap record.
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Honda sells 20.57 million two-wheelers globally, to produce more affordable electric motorcycles
- Honda sold 20.57 million motorcycles globally in the financial year ending March, 2025, setting a record in 37 countries and territories.
- To meet demand from the Global South, including India, Honda aims to reach 60 million unit sales by 2030 by focusing on electrification and improving fuel economy.
- Honda introduced electric scooters in India and global electric commuter models like CUV e: and ICON e, with plans to expand sales in various countries.
- To become a leader in electric motorcycles, Honda will produce dedicated electric models and establish an electric production plant in India by 2028.
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Geely Galaxy M8 leaked – production Starship is a flagship 6-seater PHEV SUV, Proton version coming?
- Geely Galaxy M8, the production version of the Galaxy Starship concept, a flagship 6-seater plug-in hybrid SUV, has been spotted undisguised in Milan ahead of its world premiere.
- The car will be named Galaxy M8 and shares design cues with the Starship concept, featuring full-width front and rear light bars, clean front end, and large multi-spoke alloy wheels.
- Geely's M8 is expected to have the efficiency-focused EM-i powertrain with a hybrid transmission and an electric motor, offering a total range of around 2,000 km.
- There are speculations that the Geely Galaxy M8 might eventually be introduced in Malaysia as the flagship of the Proton eMas lineup, potentially being the most expensive Proton model.
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2026 Toyota RAV4 Debuts Today: See The Livestream
- Toyota's RAV4 remained the best-selling SUV in the U.S. in 2024 with 475,193 units sold.
- Demand for RAV4 increased by 9.3% in 2024, with hybrid versions driving most of the growth.
- The next-generation 2026 Toyota RAV4 is set to be unveiled today with evolutionary styling and various trim levels.
- There are teasers of an updated interior with large screens, and rumors suggest the base gas variant may be discontinued in favor of hybrid models.
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Mahindra Bolero, Bolero Neo Bold Edition Prices OUT!
- Mahindra & Mahindra has announced the prices of the new Bolero Bold Edition and Bolero Neo Bold Edition, each coming with a dealer-level accessory package priced at Rs 40,000.
- The Mahindra Bolero Bold Edition is available in all three variants - B4, B6, and B6 (O) - priced at Rs 10.02 lakh, Rs 10.21 lakh, and Rs 11.14 lakh, respectively.
- The Mahindra Bolero Neo Bold Edition is offered in N10 and N10 (O) trims, priced at Rs 11.90 lakh and Rs 12.58 lakh, respectively. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom.
- Both editions feature exterior enhancements like a dark chrome finish, blacked-out elements, and 'Bold Edition' badges. Interior upgrades include new upholstery, neck cushions, and mats, along with a rear-view camera as a standard feature in the regular Bolero Neo lineup.
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How emissions laws finally forced Nissan Australia to launch another EV
- Nissan Australia delayed launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws, specifically the NVES (New Vehicle Efficiency Standard), were introduced.
- The Ariya production started in October 2021, and it is set to arrive in Australia later than many other markets, during the second half of 2025.
- The NVES, which was introduced on January 1, 2025, requires car manufacturers to meet stricter emission regulations over the next five years, with fines for non-compliance starting from July 1, 2025.
- Nissan's decision to delay the introduction of the Ariya was influenced by the NVES regulations, as the company needed to manage emissions offsets with electric models against their existing petrol and diesel offerings.
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KL-Karak Highway widening project starts in Q2 2025, LPT1 flood mitigation works already started – AFA
- The KL-Karak Expressway widening project by AFA Prime Berhad is set to begin in Q2 2025, covering a stretch from KM19.2 to KM64.5 with a construction timeline of 48 months.
- Preparatory works like slope trimming, drainage upgrades, flood mitigation, and retaining wall construction are already underway for the project.
- The project includes adding one lane in each direction, widening road shoulders, and introducing Smartlanes for better traffic flow during peak periods.
- Flood mitigation works on the East Coast Expressway 1 (LPT1) have already commenced to enhance safety and reduce the risk of flash flooding.
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Asean Summit 2025 – Police to hold dry run May 21-22
- Malaysia to host Asean Summit 2025 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on May 26-27.
- Police conducting dry run on May 21-22 involving traffic control and road closures to prepare for the summit.
- Affected routes include Kuala Lumpur International Airport to city centre, KLCC, and Istana Negara; road users advised to follow instructions.
- Dry run to simulate summit logistics such as motorcade movements, traffic flow management, and closures; 789 traffic police officers on duty during event.
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Sylndr, with fresh $15.7M, allows users to buy, sell, finance, and service used cars in Egypt
- Cairo-based Sylndr has raised $15.7 million to expand into auto financing, servicing, and dealer tools beyond online used car sales in Egypt.
- The funding round was led by Development Partners International’s Nclude Fund, with follow-on investments from Algebra Ventures and Nclude.
- Sylndr raised over $30 million in total since its launch, including a $12.6 million pre-seed round in 2022 and nearly $10 million in debt financing.
- Founders Omar El Defrawy and Amr Mazen initially focused on direct car sales to consumers, later expanding to a broader mobility platform offering loans, servicing, and a dealer marketplace.
- Sylndr aims to formalize processes in Egypt's used car market, estimated at $10 billion, by introducing standardized pricing, digital financing, and ownership transfers.
- Revenue and sales on Sylndr's platform have shown significant growth, with average sale prices remaining stable despite currency fluctuations.
- The company has launched Sylndr Swift for automotive financing, Sylndr Plus for inspections and servicing, and Al-Ajans for a dealer-to-consumer marketplace.
- Sylndr's revenue is now evenly split between direct-to-consumer sales and B2B transactions, with plans for the newer verticals to contribute up to 60% of gross profit.
- Its integrated model and infrastructure make it challenging for competitors to replicate, positioning Sylndr as a dominant player in Egypt's used car ecosystem.
- Sylndr intends to deepen its footprint in Egypt and is focused on providing an end-to-end solution for buyers and dealers across the value chain.
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