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Techrules GT96

Will this kerosene-electric coupe become China’s very first supercar?

Called GT96, Techrules' first car will feature an innovative turbine-electric hybrid drivetrain rated at over 1,000 horsepower.
2018 Jaguar XE

Jaguar’s updated 2018 XE inaugurates a new way of paying for gas

The base 2018 Jaguar XE gets a 247-horsepower turbo four, while the range-topping XE S receives the F-Type's 380-horsepower V6.
2016 Opel Adam S

Peugeot-Citroen is evaluating a full takeover of GM's German Opel division

Peugeot-Citroen and Opel already work together on several projects, and the takeover will help both brands cut costs all across the board.
2017 Kia Picanto

Kia’s tiny Picanto is out to prove economy cars don’t have to feel cheap

The Picanto is positioned at the bottom of the Kia lineup, but it offers a sharp design and more tech features than ever.
2017 Audi RS 3 Sportback

Audi’s updated RS 3 takes the 5-cylinder engine to new performance heights

The RS 3 Sportback gets a turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine that puts down 400hp through Audi's quattro all-wheel drive system.
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT

Hyundai dips its toes in the hot hatch segment with the new Elantra GT sport

Hyundai split the lineup nto the regular Elantra GT hatchback, and a 201-horsepower hot hatch named Elantra GT Sport.
Lamborghini Aventador S

2017 Lamborghini Aventador S first drive

More power and a trick four-wheel steering system turn the Lamborghini Aventador S into a new breed of bull. We try it out on the road and on the track.
Chevrolet Redline edition cars

Nine Chevrolet models get a custom look thanks to new appearance package

Inspired by concepts shown two years ago at SEMA, Chevrolet's Redline package is offered on a wide range of cars including coupes and SUVs.
Citroen C-Aircross concept

Citroen is bringing funky back with a wild-looking compact crossover concept

The Citroen C-Aircross concept is head-turning, for better or worse, and it's a thinly veiled preview of an upcoming compact crossover.
Opel Insignia Sports Tourer

Opel’s Insignia Sports Tourer proves a wagon doesn’t have to look like a shoebox

Elegant and much lighter than before, the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer could spawn Buick's first wagon in decades.
2017 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon

Taller, more rugged Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon coming to a trail near you

Offered with two or four doors, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon gets a suspension lift, and heavy-duty hardware like a stronger front axle.
STEFANO DOMENICALI

Lamborghini CEO Stefano Domenicali explains why 2017 will be a game-changer for the brand

Lamborghini is about to double in size by introducing a luxurious, high-performance SUV named Urus. The model hasn't been revealed yet, but Digital Trends sat down with company CEO Stefano Domenicali to get more insight on what to expect from it.
NanoFlowcell Quant 48Volt concept

NanoFlowcell's 48Volt concept uses liquid salt to generate Hellcat-like power

Like NanoFlowcell's previous concepts, the 48Volt uses an innovative drivetrain that uses liquid salt to generate electricity.
1978 Land Rover Range Rover Classic

Land Rover breathes new life into a 1978 Range Rover, but is it worth the money?

This 1978 Land Rover Range Rover is better than new, but its $170,000 price tag makes it as expensive as a new SVAutobiography Dynamic model.
2018 Subaru Legacy

2018 Subaru Legacy offers horsepower, refinement, and bird knowledge

The 2018 Subaru Legacy receives visual updates, a quieter cabin, and an updated infotainment system featuring a bird-watching application.
2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon

Mercedes’ 603hp E63 S Wagon equally at home on Autobahn, at Home Depot

The Mercedes-AMG E63 S wagon comes with all-wheel drive, and a drift mode that lets enthusiasts get sideways on the track.
2017 BMW 5 Series Touring

BMW's new 5 Series Touring is lighter, more high-tech, and still a forbidden fruit

The new BMW 5 Series Touring is lighter than the outgoing model, and it can haul up to 1,600 pounds of gear.
London Taxi Company TX5

How the London Taxi Company is bringing the black cab into the 21st century

London Taxi Company's TX5 cab will boast a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, in-car Wi-Fi, a panoramic sunroof and USB charging ports.
Last Rolls-Royce Phantom VII

Rolls-Royce turns to 1930s ocean liners for inspiration as it builds last Phantom

Rolls-Royce will replace the Phantom VII with a brand new model built on an aluminum platform before the end of the year.
volvo rules out more diesel electric hybrids news quotes 2 rg logo preview

Volvo's plan to sell a million electrified cars by 2025 doesn't include diesels

Volvo explains the main hybrid markets in the world are the U.S. and China, where there is no need to sell diesel-powered cars.
2018 Subaru XV Teaser

Subaru prepares to reboot the Crosstrek with less weight and a sharper design

Based on the all-new Subaru Impreza, the next Crosstrek will be lighter than the current model, and it might again offer a hybrid drivetrain.
Tesla Model S

NHTSA concludes Tesla’s Autopilot system not to blame in fatal accident

The NHTSA's investigation found that Tesla Model S crashes dropped by 40 percent after Autosteer was installed.
tesla 1000 km model s stranded

Relying on Tesla’s car unlocking app left one Model S owner stranded

The issue isn't Tesla-specific, and it could happen to any type of car whose key can be replaced by a smartphone.
Land Rover Range Rover SVAutobiography Dynamic

Take a fast lesson in Range Rover history, from the classic to the SVAutobiography

The Land Rover Range Rover has gradually morphed into one of the most luxurious -- and capable -- off-roaders on the planet.
2018 Ford Mustang

Leaked video reveals the 2018 Ford Mustang’s love-it-or-hate-it new look

The 2018 Ford Mustang gets a minor face-lift, and it carries on with the current car's 5.0-liter V8 engine.
Renault Alpine A120 body shell

Renault prepares to unleash its first Alpine sports coupe in two decades

Buyers can reserve one of the first Alpine A120s to roll off the production line by downloading an app and making a roughly $2,100 deposit.
Updated BMW 4 Series

BMW fine-tunes the 4 Series to make it look sharper and drive even better

The BMW 4 Series receives revised lights on both ends, new-look bumpers, and an upgraded suspension system.
Volkswagen I.D. Buzz Concept

Volkswagen’s electric I.D. family set to grow with at least two new concepts

Rumors indicate Volkswagen will show an electric sports car in Geneva, and an electric crossover in Shanghai.
Peugeot 3008 DKR

Peugeot's new race car takes the first three spots in this year's Dakar Rally

First place in the 2017 Dakar Rally went to a Peugeot 3008 DKR driven by Stephane Peterhansel, a 13-time winner.
Renault Kangoo Z.E.

Renault launches two all-electric vans to make bustling cities cleaner and quieter

Designed for big cities, the Renault Master Z.E. is equipped with a 33-kWh battery pack that provides up to 124 miles of range.
2015 Renault Talisman

Renault becomes the latest automaker affected by Dieselgate shock waves

Renault denies the accusations, and claims none of its cars have ever used a defeat device to pass emissions tests.
Tesla Model S

Update: Ludicrous+ sends Tesla Model S P100D to 60 mph in 2.41 seconds

Tesla's latest software update adds a new mode named Ludicrous+ that lowers the Model S' zero-to-60 time to 2.4 seconds.
2017 Toyota Prius c

Toyota packs big car safety features into the tiny, city-friendly Prius c

Toyota's smallest, most affordable hybrid gets more tech features, additional standard equipment, and subtle visual updates.
Ram 1500 EcoDiesel HFE

Dieselgate 2.0? EPA claims Jeep and Ram also cheated on emissions

104,000 Jeep and Ram trucks are allegedly fitted with illegal engine management software, though FCA disagrees with the EPA's accusations.
2017 Toyota Yaris WRC

210hp Toyota Yaris is about to become the Ford Fiesta ST’s worst nightmare

Developed with input from Toyota's WRC team, the steroids-infused Yaris gets a turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 210 horsepower.
2016 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock

Jeep is preparing three brand new off-roaders that will give you deja vu

Jeep is gearing up to launch a new Wagoneer, a new Grand Wagoneer, and a pickup truck based on the next Wrangler.
2017 Bentley Mulsanne

Why Bentley sees hybrid drivetrains differently than other automakers

Bentley explains it sees plug-in hybrids as the ideal compromise between a gasoline-powered car and an electric vehicle.
Porsche 911 GTS

Porsche updates the 911 GTS with more horsepower and subtle styling tweaks

All variants of the Porsche 911 GTS get a turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six rated at 450 horsepower, and minor visual updates.