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2025 BMW X3 20 xDrive review
- The BMW X3 is the best-selling model for the German automaker and the fourth-generation model boasts a major overhaul inside and out.
- It features BMW's Curved Display with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
- The entry-level 2025 BMW X3 20 xDrive is priced at $86,100 in Australia before on-road costs, with various optional features available.
- The interior offers comfort and customization options, including various upholstery choices and advanced technology like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- The X3's digital instrument cluster and large touchscreen infotainment system are user-friendly but can be overwhelming for those not tech-savvy.
- The BMW X3 20 xDrive is equipped with a four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with 48V mild-hybrid assistance, offering a refined driving experience.
- The car's adaptive cruise control and lane-keep system provide advanced safety features, while the X3 has not yet been crash-tested by ANCAP or Euro NCAP.
- Additional features include ambient lighting, panoramic glass sunroof, and optional packages for enhanced comfort and aesthetics.
- Service intervals for the BMW X3 are every 12 months or 15,000km, with a five-year, unlimited-kilometer warranty.
- Overall, the BMW X3 20 xDrive offers a premium driving experience with impressive features, efficiency, and safety, positioning it well in the mid-size luxury SUV segment.
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Tesla Prevented Lease Buy Outs to Sell Used Cars at a Profit
- Tesla prevented lease buyouts to sell used cars at a profit by implementing a policy that restricted the buyback option at the end of lease terms.
- The company sold leased vehicles as used cars instead of keeping them for a 'Robotaxi' fleet, allowing for software upgrades and increased resale prices.
- This practice, legal but seen as misleading, contributed to Tesla's growth but also raised concerns about the company's transparency with investors.
- Elon Musk's repeated promises of self-driving cars have yet to materialize, but Tesla's financial success has continued despite these delays.
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Range Rover Unveils Futurespective Installation Spanning 1970 to 2025
- Range Rover unveiled a futuristic installation in Milan called Futurespective: Connected World, spanning from 1970 to 2025.
- The installation features a blend of a 1970s showroom with a modern white space, showcasing the evolution of Range Rover over the years.
- Custom furniture and design details reminiscent of the 1970s were incorporated into the installation by design studio NUOVA.
- The exhibit highlights the transition of Range Rover from its origins to the latest 2025 model, emphasizing innovation, design, and craftsmanship across eras.
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The 2026 Infiniti QX60 Sport Doesn't Bring Back What We Wanted
- Nissan's luxury brand, Infiniti, is introducing the 2026 QX60 with a new Sport trim, but the update is not as comprehensive as expected in the luxury segment.
- The Sport trim retains the turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 268 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque instead of the previous V-6 engine, offering a sharper grille and black body accents among its unique features.
- Exterior updates include illuminated front badge, redesigned LED segments, and body-colored rear bumper, with the rear Infiniti badge removed for a sleeker look.
- Interior changes are minimal, offering new upholstery options and advanced driver assistance features like ProPILOT Assist 2.1. The 2026 QX60 is set to hit dealerships with various trim options and pricing to be announced.
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[VIDEO] Win a 1966 Corvette in the 37th Annual St. Bernard Classic Corvette Raffle
- Saint Bernard Catholic Parish in Rockport, IN is offering a 1966 Corvette Convertible as the grand prize in their 37th Annual Classic Corvette Raffle.
- Tickets for the raffle cost $30 each or four for $100 with a cap of 18,000 tickets. Cash prizes of $1,000 and $500 will also be drawn.
- The raffle proceeds will support Saint Bernard school and preschool programs in Rockport, providing funds for school operations, activities, and events.
- The Corvette is powered by a numbers-matching 327/350-hp V8 motor and features Rally Red color, a white soft convertible top, knock-off wheels, and side exhaust.
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Toyota Fortuner is Coming Back with a Bang
- Toyota is planning to launch an updated version of the Toyota Fortuner in 2025 to solidify its position in the rugged SUV market.
- The new Toyota Fortuner will boast a bold design, tech-savvy interior, enhanced powertrain, and off-road capabilities.
- It will feature a modernized exterior with bolder grille and redesigned taillights, along with an upgraded interior housing a freestanding infotainment display and premium seat materials.
- Safety enhancements, including Toyota Safety Sense package, adaptive cruise control, and new front-center airbag, will be part of the revamped 2025 Toyota Fortuner.
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Wave Maker is the Newest Toyota TRD Pro Color
- Toyota introduces Wave Maker as the newest color for its TRD Pro line of off-road vehicles for the 2026 model year.
- Wave Maker is a unique aqua blue shade inspired by unexplored areas of adventure and signifies a spirit of new frontiers.
- Toyota has previously released colors like red, beige, silver, gray, blue, and green for its TRD Pro line over the past years.
- The availability of Wave Maker color may expand to other Toyota models like Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra, and Sequoia in the following year after its debut.
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2025 Super GT Malaysia Festival at Sepang – UMWT, Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia as title sponsors
- UMW Toyota Motor and Toyota Gazoo Racing Malaysia will be title sponsors for the 2025 Super GT Malaysia Festival at Petronas Sepang International Circuit.
- The event will feature 2025 Autobacs Super GT racing series with GT500 and GT300 categories, GR86 Cup Malaysia, and Vios Challenge one-make series.
- The event will include racing action, vehicle showcases, fan interaction zones, driving simulators, appearances by Toyota Gazoo Racing ambassadors, and merchandise for sale.
- The Super GT series returns after 12 years to Sepang International Circuit, with eight rounds lined up for the 2025 season, starting in Japan. Tickets are available online.
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2026 Toyota RAV4: Rugged exterior teased just ahead of launch
- Toyota is set to launch the sixth-generation RAV4, with a rugged exterior focusing on off-road capabilities.
- The new RAV4 retains its edgy design with blockier and sharper edges, featuring a distinctive front grille and squared wheel-arches.
- The interior showcases a chunkier design with a digital instrument cluster, angular steering wheel, and a simplified centre console layout.
- The RAV4's success in sales, leading in Australia and the US, indicates the anticipation for the upcoming sixth-generation model set to be unveiled on May 21.
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How Fintech is Transforming the Future of Pre-Collision Technology
- Fintech and artificial intelligence are revolutionizing pre-collision technology in the automotive industry, enhancing safety and transforming interactions among drivers, insurers, and manufacturers.
- Applications of fintech in pre-collision technology include real-time data analytics, machine learning, and blockchain, enabling intelligent systems that predict and prevent potential collisions.
- Fintech-driven telematics gather driving data for collision prevention, while AI analyzes driving patterns to preempt accidents with features like automatic braking or steering adjustments.
- Usage-based insurance, smart contracts, and vehicle-to-everything communication, supported by fintech, further optimize safety measures, reduce fraudulent claims, and improve overall post-collision processes.
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2026 Toyota RAV4 May 21 reveal confirmed – more teasers show rugged trim level, GR Sport variant
- Toyota has confirmed the reveal of the new sixth-generation RAV4 on May 21, unveiling more teasers showcasing key design features.
- The images reveal the 'Hammerhead' front end design with C-shaped headlights, squared-off wheel arches, and a full-width black bar at the rear incorporating taillights and Toyota logo.
- Different trim levels of the RAV4 will be available, including a rugged model with black alloy wheels and roof rails, and a GR Sport variant with unique styling elements like a rally-style rear wing.
- The new RAV4 is expected to be based on an updated TNGA-K platform, sharing powertrains with the Camry, including a 2.5 liter hybrid and a plug-in hybrid variant with an increased electric range.
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April 2025 Malaysian vehicle sales down 16.8% – MAA
- Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) reported a 16.78% decrease in vehicle sales for April 2025 compared to March.
- 60,527 vehicles were sold in April 2025, showing a drop of 12,203 units from the previous month's sales of 72,730 units.
- Despite the decline, April 2025 sales were slightly higher by 1.05% compared to the same month in 2024.
- MAA anticipates higher sales in May 2025, driven by increased demand from East Malaysian market and new model launches earlier in the year.
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BYD e7 launched in China – budget-friendly EV sedan aimed at taxi services, up to 520 km CLTC, from RM62k
- BYD e7 launched in China as an affordable electric vehicle aimed at taxi services and younger buyers, priced between RM62k and RM69k.
- Three variants of e7 offered with Blade lithium iron phosphate batteries in 48 kWh and 57.6 kWh capacities, providing a range of up to 520 km.
- Features a front-mounted electric motor delivering 136 PS and 180 Nm torque, with top speed of 150 km/h and DC fast charging capability.
- Dimensions of e7 include 4,780 mm length, 1,900 mm width, 1,515 mm height, and a wheelbase of 2,820 mm, along with various modern features like a panoramic roof and touchscreen infotainment system.
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Launch Date 26th May – Price Expectations
- The Volkswagen Golf GTI is set to launch in India on 26th May, 2025, with bookings starting on 5th May and the first batch of 150 units already sold out.
- Expected to be priced around Rs 60 lakh (ex-showroom), the Golf GTI will feature a 2.0L TSI petrol engine with 265bhp power and 370Nm torque, reaching 0 to 100kmph in 5.9 seconds with a top speed of 250kmph.
- Internally, the Golf GTI offers sporty elements like a leather-wrapped sports steering wheel, Digital Cockpit Pro, panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, and more.
- The Volkswagen Golf GTI will be available in four color options and features sporty design elements like LED headlamps, alloy wheels, roof spoiler, and twin exhaust tips.
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Chery Omoda 5 facelift renamed Chery C5 in Australia – multilink rear suspension, 6-speed DCT now fitted
- The facelifted Chery Omoda 5 has been renamed Chery C5 in Australia and is set to hit showrooms this month.
- The model retains the same design upgrades seen in Russia, including new LED daytime running lights and redesigned wheels.
- The interior is expected to carry over features from the original Omoda 5, such as full-width air vents and twin 10.25-inch screens.
- The Chery C5 in Australia will come with a 1.5 liter turbocharged engine, six-speed dual-clutch transmission, and multilink rear suspension, with prices starting at AU$29,990 driveaway.
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