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through Sam D. Smith
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through Sam D. Smith
Good morning and welcome to our weekly digest of automotive news from around the world, starting with…
Debuting The Redesigned CarScoops V3 Website
This week, we launched our new-look site, complete with performance improvements, a modernized layout, and a new logo. At the same time, we want to keep the parts you’ve come to know and love about CarScoops, so you’ll still find the same bunch of scoops, news, and reviews, all in their revamped sections. Expect some new additions in the coming weeks, and, as always, we appreciate your feedback, so let us know what you think in the comments.
2024 Ford Mustang Specs Revealed: GT Packs Up to 486 HP, Dark Horse 500 HP
One of the most anticipated new cars next year is the 2024 Ford Mustang, and while many details were withheld from the presentation, we finally have the power figures. Starting with the entry-level 2.3-liter EcoBoost, which is a new engine despite the same capacity as the old one, it puts out 315 hp (235 kW / 319 PS) and 350 lb-ft (474 Nm) of torque when running on premium fuel. The Mustang GT features a fourth-generation 5.0-liter Coyote V8, which generates up to 486 hp (362 kW / 493 PS) and 418 lb-ft (566 Nm) of torque with an active exhaust. Finally, the Dark Horse delivers 500 hp (373 kW / 507 PS) and 418 lb-ft (566 Nm) of torque.
New Donkervoort F22 Breaks Cover As A 492 HP Supercar Weighs 750kg
Effectively replacing the D8 GTO is Donkervoort’s latest creation: the F22. A clean design, the new car maintains a visual connection with previous offerings from the Dutch brand, with an aggressive open-wheel appearance. The car also features butterfly doors, full-LED lighting, and a removable twin targa carbon-fiber roof. Power comes from a 492 hp (367 kW / 500 PS) Audi 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine.
2023 Toyota Prius Costs From $27,450, Almost $3k More Than Before
The latest Toyota Prius has been almost universally accepted as a better-looking replacement to its predecessor, with some impressive performance stats to back it up. But a new generation comes with a higher price, up to almost $3,000 more. The outgoing 2022 version features the entry-level $25,075 L Eco, but the new 2023 Prius range starts at $27,450 LE, excluding a $1,095 destination charge. Those wanting more luxury can opt for the Prius XLE ($30,895) and XLE AWD ($32,295).
Elantra N Owner Says Hyundai Came In After Police Told Him To Sue Dealer Over Stock Exhaust
Remember how a California police officer pulled over and then ticketed a driver for his loud exhaust in an allegedly stock Hyundai Elantra N sedan? The matter still doesn’t appear to be resolved, but Hyundai seems to have stepped in to help the owner’s case with the state. In addition to testing the vehicle and confirming that there was nothing wrong with it, the company paid the driver $500 and gave him a loner. Hyundai appears to be going toe-to-toe with the state, with a February 23rd court date set.
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2024 Ford Edge Hybrid Reveals New Styling In China
Documents published by Chinese authorities have given us a first look at some new vehicles destined for the far eastern market, starting with the new Ford Edge hybrid. It features straighter, more modern lines that make the new SUV look a little older. The new Edge is also longer, measuring 5 meters (197 inches) in length and bringing it closer to the Toyota Highlander.
2024 Buick LaCrosse Sedan Spotted In China With Bold New Look
We may be missing the Buick LaCrosse sedan in the US, but China is getting a new version next year, with the first images of the car revealed last week. The latest iteration features a different design direction, with sharp LED headlights, dual exhaust, and a grille similar to that found on the Buick Electra 5 and facelifted Encore GX.
The New Mercedes-Maybach S 680 ‘Haute Voiture’ Is A Fashion-Inspired Limited Edition
The world of automobile and haute couture fashion collide with the limited edition Mercedes-Maybach S 680 ‘Haute Voiture.’ Limited to just 150 examples, the car is distinguished by a two-tone paint finish and color-coordinated wheels. The luxury continues inside, with linen and mohair floor mats, rose gold-colored champagne flutes, and blue and gold bouclé fabric on the interior. In addition, the avatars in the system profile selection menu are also dressed in their Sunday best, also wearing jackets, tailcoats, and evening gowns.
Watch How A Self-Driving Truck Reacts To A Catastrophic Tire Blowout
In a recent test, one of the self-driving startup Kodiak trucks experienced a blowout at 35 mph (56 km/h) and stopped safely without issue. That might not be highway speed, but it’s an impressive display of capability. The company also wants its trucks to stop on the road when faced with a critical failure — if it’s safe to do so.
This Week’s Scoops
2024 Buick Encore GX Caught Unseen Showing New Wildcat Face And Logo
BMW M EV Prototype Blends i4 And M4 Looks With A Quad Motor Setup
See Inside the All-Electric Lotus Type 133 Sedan
2024 Audi A4 Avant Spied With Plug-In Hybrid Powertrain And What Looks Like A Huge Panoramic Glass Roof
What Else Is Making News
Giant Hotel Aquarium In Berlin Explodes
The Radisson Blu in Berlin, which hosts the “AquaDom,” exploded, flooding the hotel and nearby streets. It is reported that most of the fish, of which there are about 1,500 from 100 different species, have died, while officials are working to save another 400-500 fish in smaller tanks below of the lobby.
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