Andreas Tsaousis

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Ten Years Later, The Dieselgate Story Isn't Over | Carscoops

1 week ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

The Dieselgate scandal continues to haunt VW as its legal issues drag on. Four former VW managers sentenced as part of the ongoing legal battle. Another 31 defendants are awaiting trial, possibly facing similar consequences. It may seem like yesterday, but it’s been nearly a decade since VW‘s emissions scandal, which came to be known as Dieselgate, broke out.
Elon Musk Was Targeted By Russia, FBI Agent Claims

1 week ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

A former FBI agent divulged that the agency was wary of Musk falling under the Russians’ influence. He explained that one of the ways this could happen was by placing agents inside Elon’s inner circle. Although not accused of any wrongdoing, talking to Vladimir Putin doesn’t paint a nice picture. Being one of the world’s richest, as well as most influential, persons comes with a lot of perks; at the same time, it also makes you a target for all sorts of actors.
One Of Alfa’s Prettiest Cars Ever Just Got A Makeover It Didn’t Ask For

1 week ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

Zagato revealed a one-off Alfa Romeo 8C with bespoke bodywork at Villa d’Este. Built on original 8C underpinnings, it retains the Ferrari-Maserati V8 powertrain. Only one was made for a private Italian collector, making it instantly collectible. Italians are famous for their independent design houses that have been called upon by many a manufacturer when they wish to create something special. So it would be understandable to assume Alfa Romeo enlisted one of them for the 8C Competizione.
Xiaomi Says 10,000 Fake Accounts Spread Lies About Its EVs

2 weeks ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

Xiaomi claims a criminal gang ran a smear campaign using 10,000 fake accounts. The gang allegedly used automated software to fabricate content and stir opposition. After the SU7 Ultra sports sedan, the company will launch the new YU7 SUV this week. The drama at Xiaomi’s automotive division doesn’t seem to be winding down anytime soon.
VW's German Plants May Soon Build Chinese Cars For Europe | Carscoops

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

Chery is China’s fourth-largest automaker and sold 2,603,916 vehicles globally in 2024. As it looks to expand its scope outside its homeland, it has turned to the European market. It’s in ongoing talks to acquire two VW plants in Germany, though no deal is final yet. It’s no secret that China’s automakers have been eyeing a bigger piece of the European market. Now, one of them may be about to gain a foothold right in the heart of Germany’s automotive landscape.
Junior Kicked Alfa’s Tonale So Hard It's Getting A Facelift To Recover | Carscoops

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

In 2024, Alfa Romeo built 82,000 examples of the Tonale and recently broke the 100,000-unit mark. It has managed to shift a mere 5,000 in Europe in Q1 2025, though, which is definitely a sharp drop. Currently, the Junior outsells the Tonale, but Alfa is planning another revamp at the end of the year. Alfa Romeo has been fighting an uphill battle to reclaim its old swagger, and the Tonale was supposed to be the crossover that finally turned the tide.
Porsche Denies Dealer Reports Claiming US Shipments Frozen

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

After Trump’s tariffs took effect, automakers scrambled to protect sales without hurting business. Some pledged to build cars locally for the US, while others halted new vehicle shipments entirely. Porsche was allegedly among those halting shipments, but the company strongly denies the reports. It is no secret that automakers are in code red mode as they try to figure out how to react to the US President’s sweeping tariffs, and now Porsche looks caught in the middle.
If You're So Excited About Bare Bones Single-Cab Trucks, Just Get This | Carscoops

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

A well-preserved 1999 Ford Ranger pickup truck will be sold at auction in May. It’s a single-cab XLT model powered by a 117hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Despite being 26 years old, it has fewer than 52,000 miles on the odometer.
This Forgotten Alfa Romeo Is The Sexiest Way To Break Your Heart

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

PROS ›› Timeless design, glorious V6 sound, sharp steering and great handling. CONS ›› FWD blunts edge, no limited-slip differential, maintenance costs. There are moments in life when the stars seem to align just right, and sometimes, those moments involve a set of keys, a beautiful Italian backdrop, and a car with something to prove. The year: 2002. The place: Palermo, Sicily. The car: Alfa Romeo’s 156 GTA.
Cybertruck Beats Fisker Ocean As Edmunds’ Biggest Loss Ever, Sold For Just $8K

1 month ago | carscoops.com | Andreas Tsaousis

A Cybertuck Foundation Series was bought by Edmunds last July for a long-term test. After 5 months of issues, the Cybertruck was hit by a compact sedan while parked. Tesla’s service centers took two months to provide a quote, declaring the EV a total loss. When it comes to testing high-profile vehicles, sometimes things go terribly wrong, and in the case of Edmunds’ Tesla Cybertruck, ‘terribly’ is putting it mildly.