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December 2021

More than 200 Corvettes assigned to Mecum Kissimmee auction

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(December 15, 2021)  For nearly 70 years, the Chevrolet Corvette has captured the passionate hearts of car enthusiasts all over the world, and since 1985, “America’s Sports Car” has been among the most popular and coveted offerings at Mecum auction events. Headlining the nearly 200 Corvettes consigned to Mecum Kissimmee 2022, slated for Jan. 6-16 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla., are eight that have been appropriately earmarked as “A Once in a Lifetime Offering of Corvettes” due to their impressive individual and cumulative prowess.

Great timing — Mustang droptop arrives at peak convertible season

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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(December 15, 2021) MIAMI — Back last September I had the opportunity to drive the Mustang Mach-E, Ford’s first all-electric vehicle. I gave it good marks for its range of up to 270 miles on a full charge and its overall performance. But I didn’t really consider it a Mustang.

The Little Car Company presents Bugatti Baby II at Harrods

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(December 14, 2021) LONDON — The Little Car Company has announced that the Bugatti Baby II is on display at Harrods. Partnering with the iconic Knightsbridge luxury store, The Little Car Company’s limited-edition vehicle is on show for all visitors to see up close. Taking pride of place in the Technology area, on the fifth floor of the building, the Bugatti Baby II is exhibited in Vitesse specification.

Lexus plans all-electric lineup worldwide by 2035

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(December 14, 2021) Toyota  on Tuesday showed 15 concepts for upcoming Toyota and Lexus full-electric cars including sedans, SUVs, a small crossover designed for Europe and Japan, a pickup and a Lexus LFA-inspired supercar, Automotive News reported today.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 to start at $40,925 before tax credit


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(December 14, 2021) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Hyundai has revealed pricing, packaging and the 58kWh battery pack option for its IONIQ 5, an electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV). The addition of the 58kWh battery pack model provides a range of drive combinations to fit the needs of every customer. Customers can select from two battery pack options, either 58 kWh or 77.4 kWh, and two electric motor layouts, either a rear motor only or both front and rear motors for all-wheel-drive.

Kentucky Corvette plant to close this week due to storm related fire

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(December 13, 2021) The Chevrolet Corvette plant in Bowling Green, Ky., will be down this week for repairs after a tornado started a fire at the plant early Saturday, the automaker said. Several tornadoes tore through six states Friday and Saturday, killing more than 90 people and causing catastrophic damage.

MotorTrend names all-electric Rivian RIT 2022 'Truck of the Year'

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(December 13, 2021) LOS ANGELES — As the first mass-produced electric truck to hit the U.S. market, the Rivian R1T would win praise if it were merely a credible pickup truck, but it’s proven to be far more. Rivian re-examined what a modern pickup could be and the result is the most remarkable truck MotorTrend has ever driven, making it arguably the worthiest recipient of the “Golden Calipers” in recent history.