12/22/23 - 15 new vehicles that moved the needle in 2023, Carice TC2 is the retro electric convertible you didn't know you wanted, Ford Has The Most Recalls For The Third Straight Year

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  • Carice TC2 is the retro electric convertible you didn't know you wanted

  • Hyundai could build its retro hydrogen sports car after all

  • Volkswagen Says An Electric GTI Is Coming In 2026

• 🏭 Industry trend: 15 new vehicles that moved the needle in 2023, Ford Has The Most Recalls For The Third Straight Year, Study: Collision Avoidance Technology Continues to Struggle

• 💡 Tips: The Best Deals On The Best Days Of The Year To Buy A New Car

Carice TC2 is the retro electric convertible you didn't know you wanted (2 mins read)

Carice TC2, a Dutch-made electric two-seater convertible, combines retro aesthetics with modern tech. Produced by Dutch EV manufacturer Carice, it draws inspiration from the Porsche 356 and Nissan Figaro. Weighing as little as 590 kg, it offers standard and long-range battery options with claimed ranges of 200 and 300 km. The electric motor reaches a top speed of 120 km/h. Priced from €44,500, the limited-run production is sold out, with the next batch available in a few months.

Hyundai could build its retro hydrogen sports car after all (3 mins read)

Hyundai plans to release a hydrogen-powered sports car in 2026, based on the N Vision 74 concept. The 596kW coupe is set to debut in H1 2026, with a limited run of 100 units. Seventy cars will be publicly available, while 30 are reserved for racing. The move aligns with Hyundai's commitment to hydrogen technology.

Volkswagen Says An Electric GTI Is Coming In 2026 (3 mins read)

Volkswagen plans to launch a fully electric version of the GTI in 2026, featuring a new "GTI" logo with a lightning bolt. The electric GTI is expected to coexist with the gasoline-powered version for several years. Abarth introduces the F595C, a special edition of the 500e convertible with a turbocharged 1.4-liter gasoline engine, making 162 hp and 154 lb-ft of torque. The limited edition F595C, available in left- and right-hand drive, has Lexus-like vertically stacked exhaust tips and is priced at about $33,200.

15 new vehicles that moved the needle in 2023 (7 mins read)

The article provide a list of 15 notable vehicles based on the automotive landscape of 2023. The list includes

• Acura Integra S boasting 320 hp and an active-damping suspension

• Buick Envista with a three-cylinder engine and hatchback design

• Chevrolet Blazer EV, honored as Motor Trend's SUV of the Year

• Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray impresses as the first AWD Corvette

• Dodge's "Last Call" Challengers and Chargers bid farewell with special Hemi V-8 editions

• Ferrari introduces Purosangue, a $400,000 SUV with a 715 hp V-12

• Ford's Mustang Dark Horse, the last of pure-ICE-engine breed, delivers 500 hp

• Kia EV9 offers a roomy, electric SUV with up to 379 hp

• Lucid presents the Gravity SUV and the 1234 hp Air Sapphire

• Mercedes-AMG S63 E Performance becomes most powerful S-Class

• Tesla's Cybertruck sparks debates with its unique design

• Toyota introduces the Land Cruiser with a 326 hp hybrid powertrain

• Toyota Tacoma makes waves in the pickup segment

• VinFast's VF8, despite poor reviews, boldly enters the U.S. market

• Volvo's EX30, a small electric SUV, impresses with its premium features.

Ford Has The Most Recalls For The Third Straight Year (2 mins read)

For the third consecutive year, Ford leads US automakers in recalls, with 54 in 2023 (a 21% decrease from 2022). The largest recall affected 1.3 million Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The company acknowledges improvements but expects it will take years to resolve quality issues. Honda also recently surpassed Tesla with a recall affecting 2.5 million vehicles due to defective fuel pumps.

Study: Collision Avoidance Technology Continues to Struggle (8 mins read)

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking systems were less effective at preventing accidents with motorcycles (41%) and trucks (38%) compared to regular passenger vehicles (53%). The study, involving over 160,000 accidents, highlights the challenge of adapting these systems for larger and smaller vehicles. Despite ongoing efforts to mandate such safety features, concerns persist regarding their true efficacy, cost implications, and potential invasiveness, with in-cabin cameras raising privacy issues.

The Best Deals On The Best Days Of The Year To Buy A New Car (4 mins read)

Dealerships offer attractive year-end deals, with average new vehicle prices dropping to $48,247, down 1.5% from November. Year-end promotions make December an ideal time to buy, especially on December 31. Audi offers a $30,000 rebate on the RS e-tron GT. Stellantis provides upfront clearance discounts on models like the 2023 Dodge Durango (10% back) and 2023 Jeep Gladiator (15% off). Financing deals include 0.0% interest loans and delayed payments.