Amit Kulkarni

Amit Kulkarni is an automobile enthusiast and technology writer at CarUpdates24, covering the latest cars, EVs, and industry trends. With hands-on experience and a passion for mobility, he delivers clear, accurate, and reader-friendly reviews, comparisons, and insights to help readers make informed decisions.

AITO 9 Flagship SUV Arrives in UAE: 1,239 km Range, 489 hp, 0–100 in 4.9s, 25 Speakers & Tech That Redefines Luxury Electric Driving

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AITO 9 Flagship SUV Arrives in UAE

Chinese premium automaker AITO has confirmed that its flagship luxury SUV, the AITO 9, will soon launch in the Middle East, starting with the United Arab Emirates. The announcement was made during the prestigious IAA Mobility Show in Munich, where AITO showcased its cutting-edge lineup. With its range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) powertrain, the AITO 9 … Read more

2025 Ford Mustang GTD: Priced at $325K, 815 hp Supercharged V8, Active Aero, Carbon-Fiber Bodywork Puts It in Supercar League

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2025 Ford Mustang GTD

Ford’s new 2025 Ford Mustang GTD is a limited-run, street-legal interpretation of the Mustang GT3 race car. Built as a high-performance halo model, the GTD pairs a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 with race-grade hardware and active aerodynamics to deliver approximately 815 horsepower and nearly 670 lb-ft of torque. The road car is intentionally extreme, featuring a … Read more

Kia K4 Debuts in Europe: 440-L Boot, Turbo Engines, Feature-Packed Interior, Sparkling Yellow Hatchback with GT-Line Styling

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Kia K4 Debuts in Europe

Kia has officially launched the new Kia K4 hatchback in Europe, positioning it as a dynamic, space-efficient alternative to the SUV-dominated market. Finished in striking Sparkling Yellow, the model arrives as a successor to the Kia Ceed in Europe and as a Forte/K3 replacement in North America, aiming directly at established players like the Volkswagen … Read more

2026 BYD Sealion 8 PHEV Revealed: 341 kW Power, Seven-Seat Plug-In Hybrid SUV, 100 km EV Range & Affordable Family Luxury

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2026 BYD Sealion 8 PHEV Revealed

BYD is set to expand its global SUV lineup with the launch of the new BYD Sealion 8 PHEV, a seven-seat plug-in hybrid scheduled to reach markets including Europe and Australia in the first quarter of 2026. Positioned above the Sealion 5 and Sealion 6, the Sealion 8 PHEV offers an affordable alternative in a … Read more

2025 BYD Tang DM-i Arrives in Philippines at ₱2.2M: 110km EV Range, A Stylish 7-Seater Plug-in Hybrid SUV Offering Flagship Comfort, Premium Features

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2025 BYD Tang DM-i Arrives in Philippines

BYD Cars Philippines has officially unveiled the 2025 BYD Tang DM-i, a plug-in hybrid SUV positioned above the Sea Lion 5 and Sea Lion 6, with an expected starting price of around ₱2.2 million. The launch marks the brand’s 12th model in the country, reinforcing BYD’s aggressive push into the Philippine automotive market. 2025 BYD … Read more

2025 Mercedes AMG SL55 Review: starts at $170,000 CAD, 469hp Twin-Turbo V8, Bold Styling, Advanced Tech, and SL63-Level Thrills

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2025 Mercedes AMG SL55 Review

The 2025 Mercedes AMG SL55 4Matic+ Roadster has arrived as a high-performance luxury convertible that blurs the lines between everyday usability and track-ready capability. Equipped with a handcrafted 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 producing 469 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, the SL55 offers exhilarating performance that rivals its more powerful sibling, the SL63 AMG, at a … Read more

Jaguar XKR S: The Rare 2013 Jaguar XK With a 550HP Supercharged V8, Distinctive Exhaust Roar & Collector Value That Keeps Rising

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2013 Jaguar XKR S

The Jaguar XKR S, a high-performance variant of the Jaguar XK lineup, remains one of the most exclusive sports cars ever produced by the British marque. Limited to just 500 units worldwide, the XKRS continues to draw attention from collectors and enthusiasts alike for its rarity, engineering, and distinctive character. A Rare Collector’s Edition Produced … Read more

Leapmotor B05 First Look: To Launch in UK 2026, under £30k, 168kW Rapid Charging, Affordable EV Hatchback With 270-Mile Range & Premium Features

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Leapmotor B05 First Look

At the Munich Motor Show 2025, Chinese automaker Leapmotor unveiled its upcoming Leapmotor B05 electric hatchback, a model set to reach the UK market in 2026. Unlike the wave of SUVs currently dominating the EV segment, the B05 takes the form of a sleek, family-friendly hatchback positioned to compete directly with the Volkswagen ID.3 and … Read more

2025 Nissan Micra: from €28k, 400 km Real-World Range, 52 kWh Battery, The All-New Small EV That Blends Retro-Modern Design, Fast Charging

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2025 Nissan Micra

The all-new Nissan Micra arrives as a credible, fun-to-drive entrant in the small electric-vehicle segment, sharing its underpinnings with the Renault R5 but offering distinct styling, interior touches and a slightly different equipment mix. In real-world testing, the Micra impressed with stable motorway manners, convincing range for its class and usable fast-charging performance, while its … Read more

2025 Ram 1500 Rebel review: Hurricane Engine, 4.5T Towing, 32-Inch All-Terrain Tyres, Off-Road Tech & Premium Comfort in One Package

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2025 Ram 1500 Rebel

The 2025 Ram 1500 Rebel has arrived in Australia as the latest addition to the full-size pickup lineup, offering a unique blend of off-road capability and uncompromised towing strength. Priced at $141,950 before on-road costs, the Rebel costs exactly the same as the Ram 1500 Laramie Sport but brings a factory-equipped package aimed squarely at … Read more