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The bolder, edgier 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe arrives stateside

Entering its fourth generation, the new Santa Fe is completely new from the ground up with new powertrains, a new design, and a new platform.
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The EPA rejects Obama-era ‘54.4 mpg by 2025’ automotive mandate

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency officially announced its rejection to renewing an Obama-era mandate requiring automakers to push for higher fuel economy standards on light vehicles.
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Mercedes-AMG subtly updates its C 63 lineup for New York

Although just introduced in 2015, Mercedes-AMG implemented a mid-cycle refresh for its high-performance C-Class range, beginning with the C 63 coupe, cabriolet, and sedan. These updates will also be seen on the C 43 variants as well.
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Tesla’s Model 3 rings in mixed reviews, still faces production delays

It seems Tesla's much-anticipated Model 3 continues its rocky launch with mixed feedback and criticism, and continuing production woes.
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Kia teases its new second-generation K900 flagship sedan

The Kia K900 is moving on to a second generation as the Korean automaker just released a teaser photo of the new model. It will launch in the second quarter of this year in select global markets.
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Ford’s new sat-nav app from Sygic is like ‘having a friend in the passenger seat’

Sat-nav application Sygic will be featured in Ford's Sync3 infotainment system in future models, allowing an enhanced voice-controlled satellite navigation experience to curb distracted driving.
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Ford North America president gets unexpected boot for ‘inappropriate behavior’

A big corporate shakeup just occurred in one of the Detroit’s “Big Three” yesterday when Ford Motor Company officially announced the breaking and sudden departure of long-time executive and Ford veteran, Raj Nair.
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An update reportedly bricks Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep vehicles with Uconnect

An OTA update sent out by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles last Friday reportedly bricks the Uconnect infotainment system in 2017 and 2018 Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep vehicles with constant reboots. It's ongoing, rendering functions like the radio, sat-nav, and rear-view cameras useless.
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Nuro wants to make pizza delivery guys a thing of the past

We learn about Nuro's newest approach to the autonomous car trend. It created a driverless car designed specifically for last-mile deliveries, potentially rendering awkward pizza delivery guys and Amazon couriers a thing of the past.
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Citroen/Peugeot parent company establishes North American HQ in Atlanta

Groupe PSA recently announced that they’ll be launching its new North American-based HQ in Atlanta, Georgia to commence operations for the U.S. market.
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BMW quietly reintroduces diesel-powered 5-Series to lineup

BMW will quietly reintroduce the diesel-powered 5-Series to its lineup as the 2018 540d xDrive sedan. It joins the 328d and the X5d as the only diesel BMWs available in the United States.
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2019 Toyota Avalon ditches humdrum design for something more dramatic

The 2019 Toyota Avalon ditches its humdrum design for something more dramatic at the 2018 North American International Auto Show.
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The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit

The 2018 BMW X2 takes its official worldly bow in Detroit as a sportier, low-slung variant to the entry-level X1 crossover.
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The Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept previews a flagship crossover

The Lexus LF-1 Limitless Concept previews a new direction for flagship crossovers, hinting at new possibilities for the next-gen RX and more.
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BMW sets two Guinness World Records, drifting sideways for 232.5 miles

BMW recently set two Guinness World Records drifting sideways for 232.5 miles in the all-new, 2018 M5 sedan.
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Preston Tucker’s own Tucker 48 to fetch at least $1.25 million at RM Sotheby’s

Preston Tucker's own Tucker 48 sedan heads to RM Sotheby's auction in Arizona later this year, where it's estimated to go for at least $1.25m.
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The 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S will be priced in the U.S. at $106,950

Revealed at the 2017 New York International Auto Show for North America, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S wagon requires $106,950 to be yours.
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Mini refreshes Cooper hardtops and convertible for the Detroit Auto Show

Mini refreshes its familiar Cooper 2-door, 4-door Hardtop, and Convertible and reveals them ahead of their debut at the Detroit Auto Show.
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Mercedes-Benz reveals suave GLS Grand Edition ahead of Detroit debut

Mercedes-Benz reveals its suave GLS Grand Edition ahead of Detroit debut, an ultra-luxurious version of an already luxurious crossover SUV.
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Nuance to display latest A.I.-based features for car connectivity at CES

Award-winning developer, Nuance, will display latest AI-based features for smart car connectivity at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.
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Alfa Romeo plans new large, mild-hybridized SUV with 400 horsepower

Alfa Romeo plans to build a new large, mild-hybridized SUV with 400 horsepower to compete with the likes of the Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7.
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Cringe as you watch a $2 million Koenigsegg get wrecked for safety testing

Be ready to cringe. Watch the $2 million dollar Koenigsegg Regera get wrecked for safety testing in order to meet U.S. federal regulations.
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Watch what happens when a Christmas tree is strapped to a Dodge Challenger Hellcat

How fast can a Christmas tree go? Hennessey Performance finds out by strapping one to a 707hp 2018 Dodge Challenger Hellcat.
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Have a taste for excellence? These are the most iconic Mercedes-AMG cars of all time

From the original 300E Hammer sedan to the SLS AMG, here are our picks for the most iconic Mercedes-AMG cars of all time.
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Acura teases next-gen 2019 RDX prototype ahead of Detroit debut

Acura released teasers of the next-generation RDX prototype ahead of its reveal at the 2018 North American International Auto Show.
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You can now buy the Honda Civic Type R turbocharged four as a crate motor

Honda continues its tradition of providing factory-backed support for motorsports by offering the latest Civic Type R engine as a crate motor.
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Watch Ken Block preview a 1993 Ford Escort Cosworth Group A Rally Car

Ken Block goes for something a bit more legendary with his latest project car, an OG 1991 Ford Escort Cosworth.
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Carbon Motors shows off its latest 1969 Jaguar 420 sedan restoration

Are you a fan of late 1960s Jaguar 420 sedans, or just like classic restorations? Carbon Motors just released pictures of its latest build.
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Mazda plans to add a fourth crossover to its lineup by 2021

Mazda recently announced plans to launch a new, fourth crossover model to its lineup by 2021. It will slot between the CX-5 and the CX-9.
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This Mercedes C-Class was gone in 60 seconds after ‘relay box’ theft

Modern-day car thieves utilize modern technology to steal the latest and greatest cars for sale today, as seen with this U.K.-based theft.
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C7 Corvette with Magnetic Ride Control benefits from new software calibrations

Owners of recent or new Chevrolet C7 Corvette with Magnetic Ride Control benefit from new software calibrations that improve performance.
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Lamborghini makes an offering to Pope Francis — a Huracán LP580-2

His Holiness receives a Lamborghini Huracán LP580-2 for the season of counting blessings. It's to be auctioned off for charity.
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BMW M to build more track- and driver-focused cars, nixes front-wheel drive

The coveted BMW M division plans to increase track- and driver-focused versions of its cars while downplaying front-wheel drive.
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The Mazda6 gains turbo power for the 2017 LA Auto Show

Mazda announced its plans to introduce a new turbo four option for the Mazda6 sedan in addition to some other lineup changes.
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House Republicans pitch to abolish federal EV and PHEV tax credits

As part of a list of proposed tax reforms for the end of this year, House Republicans proposed abolishing the federal EV and PHEV tax credits.
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This is what $1.3 million worth of classic Chevy trucks looks like

Here are the most expensive custom classic Chevrolet trucks to appear at the Barrett-Jackson auction over the years.
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Watch a man unlock a Tetris Easter egg on the dashboard display of a Volga

If you're in a new Volga from Russia, you might be in for an Easter egg treat if you play around with the on-board trip computer--Tetris!
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New CA laws permit self-driving tests without a human in the driver seat

The great state of California announces new regulation revisions allowing for public use of self-driving cars.