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The 2024 Dacia Duster: Hybrid Power and a Double Bed

Dacia, a low-cost Romanian brand under Renault, has seen success in Europe with its Sandero and Duster models. The Duster, now in its third generation, continues to prioritize essentials while adding sophistication to its design.

The 2024 Duster’s design is reminiscent of the Bigster concept unveiled in 2021. It features rugged enhancements such as extra plastic body cladding, beefier skid plates, a “Y” motif for the lights, and rear door handles integrated into the C-pillars. This gives the SUV a more outdoorsy look compared to its predecessor.


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2024 Skoda Superb: A Practical Choice in an SUV-dominated World

Skoda has thrived under the Volkswagen Group, with some people actually preferring Skoda models over those from Volkswagen. The fourth-generation Superb, unveiled today, shares some similarities with the Passat, although the Passat is no longer available as a sedan. The Superb can still be purchased as a sedan, but it is technically a hatchback since it has a more practical tailgate.

Like all Skoda vehicles, the 2024 Superb is a no-nonsense car designed for families and fleet operators. It offers plenty of space and unmatched practicality in a segment that is shrinking. With the Opel Insignia, Ford Mondeo, and Renault Talisman being discontinued, there are only a few mainstream midsize sedans available in Europe, such as the Peugeot 508, Mazda 6, and Toyota Camry.


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Alpine A290 Electric Hot Hatch Spotted for the First Time

In May of this year, Alpine, the French performance brand owned by Renault, revealed the A290_β prototype as a more powerful version of the upcoming Renault 5 revival. It was announced that the production model based on this concept would be available in 2024. Today, we have the first glimpse of what it will look like, thanks to a set of spy photos.

The images show a camouflaged A290 test vehicle. Despite the coverings, it’s evident that the overall profile will remain largely unchanged from the concept car, with the main difference being the switch from a two-door layout to a four-door body style.


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Unique Lamborghini Aventador J, Rare Reventon Roadster Filmed Up Close

Lamborghini has been exceptionally productive in releasing limited-edition cars since becoming part of the Volkswagen Group in 1998. Recently, two of these exclusive vehicles were spotted being unloaded from a transport truck at the 2023 Supercar Owners Circle event in Marbella, Spain. A video captured the meticulous unloading process and showcased the cars being driven carefully up the alley, eventually making a stop on the lawn.

The more exclusive of the two vehicles is the Lamborghini Aventador J, and not just due to its value. This speedster is incredibly rare since Lamborghini produced only one unit. It was the first in a series of Aventador-based special editions and was revealed approximately a year after the original LP700-4. The Aventador J had a longer and lower design compared to the coupe and did not have a windscreen. Interestingly, the car was sold even before its official debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.


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Dacia Plans to Become a Competitor to Jeep by Offering Affordable Vehicles, Starting with the 2024 Duster

Dacia, a brand owned by Renault, has experienced significant growth in recent years. In 2022, it surpassed Opel/Vauxhall, Fiat, Citroën, Nissan, and SEAT in sales, according to JATO’s data. It finished the year in 12th place and climbed to 10th place in the first half of 2023, surpassing Kia and trailing just behind Ford.

To maintain its sales momentum, Dacia will introduce an updated Spring electric city car in 2024, along with the third-generation Duster. This compact SUV, known for its off-road capabilities, will lead Dacia’s efforts to position itself as an affordable alternative to Jeep. The company, based in Mioveni, Romania, has already embraced an adventurous lifestyle with accessories and special editions. The next Duster will have a lifestyle-oriented approach, featuring rugged design elements.


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Alpine A424_β Debuts To Mark Brand’s Return To Top Tier Endurance Racing

Alpine, the French performance brand under Renault’s umbrella, has been racing in FIA World Endurance Championship’s LMP2 category for the last decade, but the company is finally ready to make a return to WEC’s premier category next year. Alpine’s 2024 LMDh challenger is the A424_β, which makes its official debut today ahead of this year’s 24 Hours of LeMans race.

Let’s start with the name. The firm says it “respects the tradition of Alpine’s winning Endurance cars, 24 echoes the 24 Hours of Le Mans and 2024, and β designates the final phase before its launch.” The automaker also explains the exterior design of the race car features the brand’s future light signature that will be also seen on production vehicles, while its interior is inspired by road-going supercars.