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Nissan Armada undergoes significant changes for 2025



(September 5, 2024) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Building on a legacy of capability, Nissan proclaims the all-new 2025 Nissan Armada has undergone a significant transformation that enhances on-road comfort, ushers in greater levels of craftsmanship, seamlessly incorporates the latest technologies and opens new off-road frontiers with the nameplate's first PRO-4X grade.

2025 Nissan Frontier pricing starts at $33,560 for King Cab



(September 5, 2024) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Enhanced with a refreshed design, higher towing capacities and updated technology, the 2025 Nissan Frontier is now available with a starting price of $33,560 including $1,510 destination charge for the Frontier S King Cub 4X2. The least expensive Frontier S Crew Cab 4X2 starts at $34,960.

2025 Aston Martin Vanquish — An icon returns to reign supreme



New 5.2 V12 Twin-Turbo engine
develops class leading 824 HP

    
(September 4, 2024) With the introduction of the most potent flagship in its 111-year history, Aston Martin has announced the return of its most legendary nameplate: Vanquish. A technical masterpiece befitting a true class leader, Vanquish sits at the pinnacle of Aston Martin’s fabled front-engined sports car range. Showcasing exceptional in-house engineering ability, a new legend extends this dynastic bloodline in magnificent style.

All-new, all-electric Volvo EX90 SUV on the road



First customers in Europe, U.S.
will get their cars this month


(September 4, 2024) The fully electric Volvo EX90 is ready and on the road. The first batch of the flagship SUV is being shipped to retailers in the United States and Europe now, and the first customers will get their cars before the end of this month. We will ramp up Deliveries will be ramped up, including to more markets between the fourth quarter of this year and the first quarter of 2025.

Kia posts best sales month in company history



Record-breaking August sales
increased 4-percent over 2023    


(September 4, 2024) IRVINE, Calif. — Kia America closed August with record-breaking retail sales, higher than any other month in company history. The addition of the all-electric 3-row EV9 SUV led to a 27-percent increase in EV sales over the same period last year, while PHEV models increased 43-percent year-over-year, resulting in a 9-percent growth in sales of Kia's electrified models over August 2023 and reinforcing the brand's leadership position as the industry shifts toward electrification.

Hyundai debuts U.S.-built 2025 Ioniq 5 including adventure-ready XRT



New, aggressive Ioniq 5 XRT
adds rugged capability to EV


(September 4, 2024) LOS OLIVOS, Calif. — Hyundai has announced the release of the refreshed 2025 Ioniq 5, including a rugged new Ioniq 5 XRT variant, ideal for venturing further off the beaten path. The expanded lineup offers more driving range and innovative features than ever, resulting in improved convenience, performance and safety. The Ioniq 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) facility in Georgia.

2025 Volkswagen Jetta starts at $23,330; GLI at $33,940



(September 4, 2024)  For more than 40 years, the Jetta’s winning combination of style, quality, safety, and value have continued to make it Volkswagen’s best-selling car in North America. Updated for 2025, the Jetta and performance-tuned Jetta GLI offer revised styling, interior refinements, and new technology. Starting at $23,330 including destination charge, the 2025 Jetta also offers even greater value as compared to the outgoing automatic model. The 2025 GLI starts at $33,940.

Volkswagen unveils special birthday balloon to celebrate 50 years of Golf



(September 3, 2024) CAPPADOCIA, Turkey — Volkswagen has unveiled a special birthday balloon as part of its ongoing celebrations to mark 50 years of the Volkswagen Golf. The uniquely designed hot-air balloon was launched Sept. 1, joining hundreds of balloons in the world-famous Cappadocia dawn skyline.

Launch of the new Flying Spur confirmed for Sept. 10



Most powerful and most efficient
4-door car in Bentley’s long history

    
(September 3, 2024) CREWE, England — Bentley’s latest Grand Touring sedan — the new Flying Spur — will be launched on Tuesday, Sept. 10.  Reborn with the company’s new Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain with 771 horsepower and 1000 Nm (738 pound-feet of torque), Bentley’s four-door supercar demonstrates the power of the possible.

Six generations of Maserati’s iconic Quattroporte star at Salon Privé Blenheim



(September 3, 2024) LONDON — To celebrate 60 years of the iconic Maserati Quattroporte, the House of Trident’s elegant and luxurious saloon, Maserati Club UK held a special celebration in the form of showcasing all six generations at this year’s Salon Privé Blenheim. To commemorate the anniversary and the enduring legacy of the longest-running nameplate in the brand’s history, the Maserati Club UK exhibited almost 80 cars at their aptly named "Quattroparty," including 41 pristine examples of the Quattroporte from past and present.