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Fiat Outsold All The Other Stellantis Brands In 2023, Again

Fiat could also be a shadow of its former self in Europe and almost absent within the US nevertheless it’s printing cash in different elements of the world. 2023 marked the third 12 months in a row when it outsold all the opposite automakers a part of the Stellantis mum or dad firm. As a refresher, the results of the FCA-PSA merger finalized in early 2021 is an automotive juggernaut with no fewer than 14 manufacturers.

The Italian marque is joyful to report demand went up by 12 p.c in comparison with 2022, reaching 1.35 million gross sales. Fiat’s market share at house in Italy was solely 12.8 p.c in 2023, or 11.1 p.c if we solely embody passenger vehicles. Other areas contributed to the gross sales progress. The model’s market share in Turkey was 15.7 p.c final 12 months when 21.8 p.c of latest automobile patrons in Brazil acquired a Fiat.


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1965 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Pickup With LS1 V8 Engine Up For Auction

The Toyota Land Cruiser is making a comeback in 2024, but for those who prefer a more classic style or don’t want to wait, there’s a modified 1965 Land Cruiser FJ45 pickup available at auction. This Land Cruiser, currently listed on BringATrailer.com, features a 5.7-liter LS1 V8 engine and underwent a thorough mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment. The bid is currently at $60,000 with no reserve and five days left in the auction.

The modified Land Cruiser comes equipped with power steering, disc brakes, a front winch, tow hooks, and locking hubs. Power is transmitted through a five-speed manual transmission with a dual-range transfer case, routing power to all four wheels. It also features 17-inch American Racing rims and 37-inch General Grabber X3 tires for enhanced off-roading capabilities.

Inside the vehicle, you’ll find a three-spoke Grant GT steering wheel, a body-color dashboard, and an Alpine stereo. The instrumentation includes a 160-mile-per-hour speedometer, a tachometer, and gauges for oil pressure, voltage, coolant temperature, and fuel level. With a 23-gallon fuel cell, the total mileage of the Land Cruiser is unknown despite the odometer reading 6,000 miles.

In contrast, the forthcoming 2024 Land Cruiser features a more modern design and is equipped with a turbocharged 2.4-liter hybrid engine producing 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. It also has full-time four-wheel drive and a two-speed transfer case. The 2024 model is smaller and more affordable than its predecessor, targeting a starting price in the mid-$50,000 range. With 8.7 inches of ground clearance, it boasts impressive off-road capability.

Inside the new Land Cruiser, you’ll find a central infotainment screen measuring 8.0 or 12.0 inches, the latest safety features, and modern technologies. It can comfortably seat up to five people and shares its platform with the Lexus GX, while still maintaining its unique appearance.

Motorsport

2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Debuts With Mid-$50K Price, Taking on the Bronco

Since the 2021 model year, the Toyota Land Cruiser has been missing from the automaker’s US lineup. What once started as a rugged competitor to the Jeep CJ5 has evolved into a luxurious eight-seat SUV with a hefty price tag of $87,000, along with impressive off-road capabilities.

Despite its absence for three years, a new off-road SUV is making its way back to American showrooms. The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser is paying homage to its roots with retro styling cues, a more compact size, and most importantly, a lower price. While it may not be the open-top FJ40 revival that many were hoping for, the new Land Cruiser is expected to be more affordable than its predecessor, with a starting price in the mid-$50,000 range. Codenamed the J250, this new model is built on the same TNGA-F platform as the Lexus GX and the overseas-only 300-Series Land Cruiser, but it comes with a price tag that is more budget-friendly than the former and smaller dimensions than the latter.