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Mazda Miata Owners Barely Drive Their Cars: Study
- A study by iSeeCars.com revealed that Mazda MX-5 Miata owners drive their cars the least, averaging just 5,073 miles per year.
- The study also highlighted GMC Hummer EV and Mazda MX-5 Miata RF as the second and third least-driven cars.
- Electric vehicles like the Mazda MX-30 EV and Ford F-150 Lightning were among the list of least-driven vehicles due to limited range.
- On the other hand, utilitarian vehicles like Chrysler Pacifica and Chevrolet Suburban were among the most-driven cars in America, with high average mileage per year.
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2025 Nissan Navara Black Edition review
- The Nissan Navara Black Edition offers blacked-out exterior trim elements, alloy wheels, and exclusive accessories in an attempt to revitalize the aging lineup in Australia.
- With a limited run of 400 units, the Black Edition comes at a premium of $5500 over the Navara ST, offering $9700 worth of extra features and accessories.
- The interior of the Navara Black Edition feels dated, featuring an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with slow response times and limited features.
- The cabin includes plenty of hard plastic trim with minimal design flair, uncomfortable cloth seats, and limited storage options.
- The Navara Black Edition is powered by a 2.3L turbo-diesel engine producing 140kW and 450Nm, offering acceptable performance but lacking compared to competitors.
- On the road, the Navara's heavy steering, old-fashioned turbo-diesel engine, and lack of modern conveniences make it less agile than competitors.
- The Navara Black Edition boasts good ride quality, comfortable suspension, and decent fuel economy averaging 8.9L/100km during testing.
- Safety features include seven airbags, autonomous emergency braking, and driver assistance systems, with ST models adding additional safety technologies.
- The Navara's ownership program 'Nissan More' offers a 10-year, 300,000km warranty and capped-price servicing at $2495 for five years.
- Despite some enhancements in the Black Edition, the Nissan Navara continues to lag behind competitors like the Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, and Isuzu D-Max in terms of technology and refinement.
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GM’s LMR battery breakthrough means more range at a lower cost
- General Motors has made a breakthrough in LMR battery technology for electric vehicles.
- The company has 12 EVs on the road and is advancing in the development of new battery technologies.
- New battery technologies aim to achieve price parity between gasoline and electric vehicles for mass adoption.
- Kurt Kelty, GM's head of batteries, emphasized the importance of new technology in accelerating EV adoption.
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Jay Leno Explores a $9 Million Mercedes-Benz “Gullwing” Barnfind
- Jay Leno recently explored a $9 million Mercedes-Benz 'Gullwing' barnfind, an unrestored 1955 alloy model in his garage.
- Mercedes only made 29 300 SL coupes with aluminum bodies between 1954-57, making these models much lighter and more powerful.
- The Alloy Gullwing featured special attributes like a fuel-injected straight-six engine, sports suspension, Rudge knock-off wheels, and Plexiglas rear window.
- Originally owned by Luigi Chinetti, this rare Gullwing was bought in 1976 for $30,000 and sold for $9,355,000 at RM Sotheby’s last year.
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GM says new battery chemistry will enable 400-mile range EVs
- General Motors partners with LG to develop safer, more energy-dense, and cost-effective lithium manganese-rich (LMR) batteries for electric trucks and SUVs.
- GM aims to be the first automaker to utilize LMR batteries in EVs, targeting commercial production in the US by 2028, ahead of Ford who plans to adopt the technology by 2030.
- LMR batteries use a higher proportion of manganese, a more affordable and plentiful material than cobalt, offering greater capacity and energy density.
- The new LMR batteries, produced by Ultium Cells, are expected to offer up to 400 miles of range, be less complex to manufacture, and potentially lead to lower-cost EVs.
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Slate Already Has an Insane Amount of Reservations for its Truck
- Slate has received over 100,000 reservations for its affordable pickup truck, raising over $5 million in reservation fees.
- Reservations for the truck cost $50 each and the pickup is expected to start at under $25,000 after federal incentives.
- The company plans to produce up to 150,000 vehicles per year starting in 2027 at its factory in Indiana.
- Despite high reservation numbers, previous examples from other companies like Cadillac and Fisker have shown that reservations don't always translate to actual sales.
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Nissan’s CVT Lawsuit Settlement Offers Limited Relief to Owners of 2015–2018 Models
- Nissan has agreed to a $3.47 million payout and an extended warranty for the owners of 2015–2018 Murano and 2016–2018 Maxima models with faulty CVTs, following a class-action lawsuit settlement.
- The majority of the settlement money is allocated to legal fees, with only $20,000 designated for the lead plaintiffs and $3.45 million for the legal team.
- The extended warranty offered by Nissan of 84 months or 84,000 miles may not benefit many owners as their vehicles are already at or beyond the seven-year mark, limiting its practical value.
- While owners may receive reimbursements for qualifying CVT repairs and a $1,500 discount on a new Nissan or Infiniti purchase if they had multiple transmission replacements, the settlement has faced criticism for not adequately addressing the core transmission issues.
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Upgrade Your C8 Corvette Stingray with these Parts from ACS Composite
- ACS Composite offers high-quality parts to upgrade your C8 Corvette Stingray, including rock guards, rear window spoilers, and rear diffuser inserts.
- Their C8 Rock Guards provide excellent protection with a wider edge, bladed shield, and added downward extension, offering double the protection area compared to standard OEM mud flaps.
- The Rock Guards are made from PC Composite material, easy to install without drilling, and sold as a set of four for $499 with free shipping.
- ACS Composite's C8 Coupe Rear Window Spoiler enhances the look of the rear hatch, concealing the raw edge of glass and integrating seamlessly into the design.
- Priced at $249, this spoiler is made from ACS Composite's PC Composite material, painted in Carbon Flash Metallic, and includes a drainage system for water.
- The C8 Stingray Rear Diffuser Insert by ACS Composite optimizes aerodynamics and performance, reducing turbulence and directing airflow away from the undercarriage.
- Manufactured from PC Composite and painted in Carbon Flash Black, these diffusers are offered for $879/pair, compatible with both the Stingray and E-Ray.
- ACS Composite also provides various spoilers, front splitters, side rocker panels, and protective accessories for C7/C8 Corvettes, ensuring high-quality and performance-enhancing options.
- For more information or pre-sale queries, visit ACS Composite's website or contact them at 1-888-227-2270.
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Nissan loses A$7.1 billion, will cut another 11,000 jobs, close seven factories
- Nissan reported a net loss of A$7.1 billion for the financial year ending in March 2025 and is implementing further cuts to address its financial challenges.
- The company plans to reduce its factory count from 17 to 10 by March 2028 and decrease its workforce by 20,000 employees by the same time.
- Nissan will focus on reducing R&D cost, shortening new model development time, reducing platforms and parts complexity, and reworking its supply chain.
- The automaker has paused development on products scheduled after March 2027, initiated a cost-cutting transformation office, and aims to return to profitability by March 2027.
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2025 Bentley Continental GT: Big power, big battery, big price
- The new Bentley Continental GT comes with an all-new twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain and a big battery for day-to-day driving.
- The hybrid components in the Continental GT have been borrowed from Porsche, integrating a dose of Panamera DNA and recent Audi elements.
- The history of Bentley and Rolls-Royce has involved parts-sharing as they separated in 2003, with Volkswagen Group owning Bentley and Crewe factory.
- In 1997, the rights to Rolls-Royce were sold to BMW, while Volkswagen Group took ownership of Bentley, marking a new era for Bentley's development.
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Bentley warns its car sales to US still frozen amid tariff cut confusion
- Bentley's car sales to the US remain frozen as customers await lower tariffs from the UK trade deal with no clear timeline provided.
- Uncertainty around implementation of the 10% tariff on 100,000 car exports to the US is affecting British car manufacturers like Jaguar Land Rover.
- The lack of clarity on how car parts will be treated under the lower tariffs is causing concern within the automotive industry.
- JLR faced significant financial impact due to US tariffs on the auto sector, but the recent trade deal helped in saving jobs and stabilizing profits.
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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82
- 1979 was a memorable year for pop culture with the introduction of Sony Walkman, McDonald’s Happy Meal, Burton snowboard, and ESPN.
- AutoHunter is showcasing a 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82, one of the most successful cars of that year with 53,807 units sold.
- The sleek black Corvette features T-tops, quad headlights, and 17-inch wheels, with a well-equipped interior including air conditioning and stereo.
- Powered by a numbers-matching L82 350ci V8 engine with upgrades, the Corvette has 27,331 miles and comes with maintenance records. The auction ends on May 15, 2025.
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Renault Boreal 7-Seater SUV To Debut SOON!
- Renault is set to unveil two major products in the near future - the Duster (5-seater) and the Boreal (7-seater) SUVs, with both models coming to India in 2026.
- The Renault Boreal, a three-row version of the Duster, will have its global debut soon and will be launched in Latin America first before reaching 70 other countries, including India.
- The SUV is designed with a black grille, LED headlamps, black cladding, squarish wheel arches, alloy wheels, and LED taillamps, sharing similarities with the Dacia Bigster in dimensions.
- Expected features of the Boreal SUV include three-row seating, Arkamys audio system, touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, dual zone climate control, and a choice of strong hybrid and mild hybrid powertrains.
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2026 Toyota bZ Gets a New Name and Way More Range
- Toyota renamed its bZ4X electric vehicle to the 2026 Toyota bZ with improved range and new features.
- The 2026 Toyota bZ offers increased range, with the base model achieving 236 miles and the top model reaching 314 miles on a single charge.
- The vehicle is equipped with larger battery packs, offering more power and quicker acceleration.
- The interior of the 2026 Toyota bZ features updated styling, including a new center console design, Qi wireless charging, and a 14.0-inch touchscreen.
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Toyota is shortening the bZ4X’s name to just ‘bZ’
- Toyota's flagship electric vehicle, the bZ4X, is being rebranded to just 'bZ' for the 2026 model year.
- The new bZ model will have increased range with expanded battery capacity, offering up to 314 miles on a single charge.
- An important upgrade includes compatibility with Tesla's North American Charging Standard (NACS) and Plug and Charge capability for seamless charging.
- The new bZ will feature improved performance, design enhancements, and will be built on the E-TNGA platform, reflecting Toyota's focus on EV production.
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