This is a quick roundup of what’s happened in automotive for the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024.
Hennessey Launches Venom 800 Super Truck
Hennessey has unveiled the Ford F-150 Raptor R modified into an 800 bhp as the Venom 800 F-150. It has a 0-60 mph sprint of 3.4 seconds and a quarter mile time of 11.7 seconds.
Volkswagen Integrates AI Into myVW Mobile App
Model year 2024 Atlas and Cross Sport owners will have access to the new generative artificial intelligence capabilities within the VW mobile app powered by the Google Cloud. Other VW models will follow.
Ram Truck Releases Photos of New Heavy Duty Chassis Cab
The official reveal of the 2025 Ram Heavy Duty trucks will come later this year, but to circumvent “spy photography” during testing, Ram has released official photography of the trucks.
New 2025 Toyota GR Corolla Adds Direct Auto Transmission
The GR Corolla lineup expands for the 2025 model year, adding an 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission (DAT) with paddle shifters. A Premium Plus grade is also added for top-end buyers. Engine torque improves to 295 pound-feet.
Honda Development Engineers Put 2025 Passport Through Off-Road Paces
The 2025 Passport will include a new V6 engine and all-wheel drive system. Honda tested it and released video to show how well it works.
Ford Pro Updates F-Series Super Duty Trucks
The new Ford F-Series Super Duty is now available for order. Updates include nw design options, premium features, digital systems and instrumentation, and best-in-class available power and towing/payload.
Audi Announces Pricing, Specs for New Q6 e-tron Model
Audi of America has announced full pricing and specifications for the all-new 2025 Q6 e-tron model line, including a new rear-wheel drive entry-level option. The Q6 e-tron will enter dealerships later this year. Pricing will begin at $63,800 plus delivery fees.
Chrysler Re-Introduces Voyager Budget Minivan
Chrysler is returning the Voyager low-cost minivan to the Pacifica lineup. Pricing for the Voyager begins at about $40,000 plus delivery.
Kia Announces Pricing for 2025 Telluride
The Telluride will be priced starting at $36,190 for the North American market. Destination fees will be $1,395 in the U.S. All trims now include second-row side airbags and Highway Driving Assist 1.5.
Honda Dax 125 Coming to U.S.
American Honda has announced that the popular Dax 125 will come to the U.S. market in 2025. The homage to the 1969 CT70 has sold in Europe since 2023. MSRP will begin at $4,199 with two color options.
