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December 2022

Porsche makes performance leap in light technology

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(December 27, 2022) The new high-resolution Porsche LED main headlights with HD matrix beam offer a high-resolution light distribution up to twice as bright than previous systems. Porsche has developed the light technology of the next generation with its new high-resolution HD matrix technology. The core element of the innovation created in collaboration with partners is a chip that combines over 16,000 individually controllable micro-LEDs onto the surface area the size of a thumbnail.

2023 Mini Convertible features limited Seaside Edition

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(December 26, 2022) Waves rolling gently onto the beach and the endless horizon in view — a day at the beach offers refreshingly expansive perspectives and a feeling of freedom. In line with this, the Mini Convertible in the Seaside Edition celebrates 30 years of individual style and maximum fresh-air driving fun. To mark the anniversary of the open-top four-seater, Mini now presents the sporty classic with exclusive equipment and design features — optionally in a shimmering blue Caribbean Aqua paint finish or in the light Nanuq White body color.

Hollywood, TV tribute vehicles featured at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale

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Recreation of turbine-powered Batmobile

(December 26, 2022) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Barrett-Jackson is rolling out the red carpet for a group of iconic vehicle designs made famous on television and the big screen during its annual Scottsdale Auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale, Jan. 21-29. Included in the docket of star car re-creations is the world's only turbine-powered Batmobile re-creation based on the 1989 Batman film, a Ford Galaxie re-creation driven in the film “Fast Five” and a re-creation of the 1930 Pontiac “Munster Koach.” 

1969 Mustang Boss 429 is 4,000th consignment to Mecum Kissimmee 2023

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1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback

(December 24, 2022) Last year, at the close of the most successful World’s Largest Collector Car Auction in history, Dana Mecum declared that Mecum Kissimmee 2023 would play host to a record-setting 4,000 vehicles. Slated for a Jan. 4-15 return to Osceola Heritage Park, Mecum Kissimmee 2023 has officially reached that goal with the consignment of its 4,000th vehicle — a 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback.

Willys Jeep pickup in the snow

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This late 1940s Willys Jeep pickup truck was found in a Nevada snowstorm. The Willys Jeep pickup was built from 1947 to 1965 by Willys-Overland Motors. For 1950 the truck got a V-shaped grille with five horizontal bars. More than 200,000 of these trucks were built through its lifecycle. (Photo by Jim Prueter)

Hyundai SEVEN Concept to make national debut in Montreal

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(December 23, 2022) MARKHAM, Ont.  — Hyundai Auto Canada has announced its participation in the upcoming Montreal International Auto Show, taking place Jan. 20-30 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Hyundai will mark its return to the major Canadian auto circuit with two national debuts: the SEVEN Concept, which provides a glimpse into the brand's futuristic design and technology direction towards sport utility electric vehicle (SUEV) and the newly-launched IONIQ 6 fully-electric sedan.

Hyundai Motor America achieves 15 million vehicle sales

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(December 23, 2022) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Hyundai Motor America recently marked a momentous milestone with the sale of its 15 millionth vehicle in the U.S. The vehicle was a Tucson sold at West Herr Hyundai in Williamsville, N.Y., to Wende and James Tuskes.

Hennessey takes Christmas tree to needle-stripping speeds

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(December 23, 2022)    SEALY, Texas —– Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle creator, has attained a new unofficial holiday record, having driven its Venom 1000 Mustang GT500 to a velocity of 192 mph with an illuminated Christmas tree strapped to the roof. The achievement occurred earlier this week at the Continental Tire Proving Grounds in Ulvade, Texas, under the impartial eye of jolly old Saint Nick.

2023 Ram 1500 TRX Havoc illuminates expanded light-duty lineup

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(December 22, 2022) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Ram Truck brand has announced that the exclusive new 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Havoc edition joins the light-duty lineup. The Ram 1500 TRX Havoc edition — with a unique Baja Yellow exterior color — offers customers another option for exterior and interior appointments and content.