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Nissan Turns A New Leaf With Its Next EV

1 day ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

One of our readers spotted two prototypes of the Nissan Leaf during testing. The EV will morph into a crossover with a sloping roofline and modern LEDs.It will be offered exclusively in FWD, with a range exceeding 300 miles (482 km). It’s been a rough year for Nissan. The company’s in a bit of a financial bind, but that hasn’t stopped them from pushing out new models.
De Tomaso’s New Supercar Is A Manual Love Letter To Drivers

1 day ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

De Tomaso has unveiled the first internal production-spec P72, marking a key milestone. The new supercar is finished in white and copper, distinct from the 72 customer units. Deliveries of the manual-only model will commence in late 2025, a year later than planned. It’s been a long time in the making, but De Tomaso Automobili has finally delivered the first production-spec De Tomaso P72 supercar, nearly six years after the debut of the original concept.
Ford Thinks A Special Edition Is The Right Way To Honor A Notorious Sports Moment

1 day ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

This Ford Capri one-off is a tribute to Eric Cantona, also known as “King Eric”. Cantona is widely considered one of the greatest Manchester United players. The former athlete is also known for kicking a spectator during an away game. Eric Cantona, part soccer god, part walking headline, has never been one to shy away from making a scene.
Stellantis Brand Teases Hot SUV With Electric Power

1 day ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

Opel has announced that its GSE sub-brand for performance models will go EV-only, abandoning its plug-in hybrid route. The first model of the new era will be the Mokka GSE, which is set to debut later this year. Opel and Vauxhall’s performance sub-brand was originally introduced in 2022, with the GSe emblem reserved for electrified models.
Ford Warns 3 More Bronco Owners To Stop Driving Right Now

2 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

Ford recalls three 2024-2025 Broncos due to loose fasteners on the front suspension. Affected owners must stop driving their vehicles and have them towed for repairs. The issue came to light after a customer reported a loud pop noise during turns. Ford has added another recall under its belt. This time, the Blue Oval has issued a “do-not-drive” notice for three more 2024-2025 Bronco owners, citing a potential issue with the front suspension.
Mercedes Customer Who Drove Off With Service Advisor Faces Serious Charges

2 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

A customer allegedly abducted a female service advisor during the handover of a loaner. The man reportedly drove her around for 40 minutes, asking inappropriate questions. He now faces multiple charges, including kidnapping, false imprisonment, and obstructionWorking at a car dealership is usually about as exciting as watching paint dry. But for one unfortunate employee in Atlanta, what should’ve been another average day took a terrifying turn.
Toyota Kills bZ4X To Welcome New bZ

2 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

The 2026 Toyota bZ now offers up to 338 hp, significantly increasing power output. The refreshed EV includes dual wireless charging pads and relocated controls. With a new NACS charging port, the bZ can now access Tesla’s Supercharger network. Toyota has brought the facelifted bZ4x in America, following its unveiling in Europe.
This Stellantis Van Comes With A Bed Kit

2 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

Japan’s Citroen Berlingo Black Edition gets a new camper-friendly package. The kit transforms the Berlingo Black Edition into a functional camper van. It can transform the spacious cabin of the French van into a double bed. Japan is famous for its adventurous kei cars, often designed with camping-friendly features. Inspired by this, Stellantis has decided to apply a similar approach to the less popular compact van segment.
The New Toyota Fortuner Could Break SUV Norms With The Luxury Of A Crown

2 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

Independent digital artist Theottle has envisioned the next generation of the Toyota Fortuner. The Hilux-based three-row SUV adopts a redesigned exterior inspired by the Toyota Crown Sedan. A new Fortuner would probably ride on an upgraded version of the existing ladder-frame chassis. Toyota has a broad portfolio of SUVs across global markets, many of which are built on tough ladder-frame platforms.
The Least Scary Police Car Ever? You Can Thank DEI (But Not That One)

3 days ago | carscoops.com | Thanos Pappas

A group of 10 Fiat 500e models have joined the fleet of the police force in Greece. The EVs feature a police livery and strobe lights, retaining the stock 117 hp motor. The small EV has a rear suicide door on one side for easier access to the backseat. Over the years, police forces have adopted vehicles from nearly every segment imaginable. While some divisions require fast pursuit cars, others need smaller, more nimble vehicles to maneuver through busy urban areas.