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Tesla Model S

Tesla just found a way to make the Model S P100D even more ludicrous

Once the update is ready, the Tesla Model S P100D will hit 60 mph from a stop in 2.4 seconds.
2017 McLaren 570GT review

Why Ron Dennis had to step down after 35 years at the helm of McLaren

McLaren's head honcho explains he didn't want to leave, but he was forced out by rival shareholders after an internal argument.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

Chevrolet’s diesel-burning Colorado ZR2 is ready for the zombie apocalypse

Designed for the trail, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 gets a wider track, two inches of suspension lift, and model-specific bumpers on both ends.
Ram 1500 Mojave Sand Edition

New limited-edition models show the Ram truck’s different personalities

The first limited-edition Ram 1500 is off-road focused, while the second is a sport truck designed primarily for the street.
Volkswagen Passat GT concept

Volkswagen’s newest concept car is a Passat injected with GTI genes

The Volkswagen GT Concept features a VR6 engine that makes 280 horsepower and a lower, stiffer suspension.
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE

2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE first drive

VW's Golf GTE is the most fun hybrid in the compact segment... and the U.S. might get it
Acura TLX with GT Package

Acura's TLX sedan gains sporty, racing-inspired GT appearance package for 2017

The GT package for the Acura TLX adds a couple of race car-inspired components like a front splitter, side skirts, and a spoiler on the trunk lid.
2015 Mercedes Benz C250d

Why Mercedes-Benz won’t offer a diesel-powered C-Class in the United States

Mercedes-Benz suggests getting the C's diesel engine certified by the EPA has become too time-consuming.
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How Volkswagen plans on putting a million electric cars on the road by 2025

Volkswagen is making huge investments in e-mobility to make battery-powered cars convenient and desirable. We sat down with some of the company's top executives to find out how the group plans on putting a million electric cars on the road by 2025.
2015 Volkswagen Amarok DoubleCab Highline

Australia’s newest race series puts RWD, diesel-powered pickups on the track

Australia's popular V8 Ute race series will be replaced by the SuperUte series starting next year.
Fisker sedan teaser

Can Fisker beat Tesla with state-of-the-art battery tech and butterfly doors?

Fisker Inc.'s first model will be a large sedan aimed right at the Tesla Model S that will use a state-of-the-art battery pack.
volkswagen race trainer feat

VW built a self-racing car, and we went for a hair-raising ride

Automakers typically develop self-driving cars to make driving safer and more relaxing. Volkswagen is taking the tech to the next level with a prototype that teaches drivers how to be faster and more confident on a race track.
Nanoflowcell Quantino

NanoFlowcell found a partner to make its salt-powered electric coupe a reality

NanoFlowcell is in talks with a major automaker about bringing the technology to production.
Lamborghini 350 GT

Lamborghini breathes new life into one of the very first cars it built

Lamborghini spent 780 hours restoring the 350 GT's mechanical components, and no less than 1,150 hours on the body.
Audi Q7

Lightweight construction allows Audi to offer the Q7 with a frugal turbo four

The turbo four in the Audi Q7 makes 252 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque.
Tesla S patrol car

Why the LAPD changed its mind about testing the Tesla Model S as a patrol car

The LAPD is testing a Tesla Model S to gather data about electric vehicles, but it won't add the sedan to its fleet due to its high price.
Honda WR-V concept

Honda previews its next cute-ute with a rugged-looking concept named WR-V

The Honda WR-V concept is a close-to-production preview of an upcoming, Fit-based crossover designed to slot below the HR-V.
Apple car mockup

Apple’s automotive project takes the exit ramp, leaves a haze of job cuts, uncertainty

Apple is now looking into developing a modular self-driving platform that it can sell to customers and automakers.
MINI Countryman PHEV teaser

Mini is out to prove ‘hybrid’ and ‘fun-to-drive’ aren’t mutually exclusive

Likely called Countryman-E, Mini's gas-electric crossover will be capable of driving on electricity alone at up to 77 mph.
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Porsche is going electric, but the flat-six isn’t going away

Porsche is making significant investments in electrification. The company now sells two hybrids and it's developing an all-electric sedan, but flat-four and -six engines are here to stay.
SCG003S

Lightning-fast Le Mans-inspired coupe is a dream come true for car collector Jim Glickenhaus

Dubbed SCG003S, Jim Glickenhaus' first production car features a sleek, race-inspired body and a 4.4-liter V8 tuned to 750 horsepower.
BMW 2002 Hommage Turbo

BMW’s latest concept is a modern spin on an icon from the 1970s

BMW's 2002 Hommage concept pays homage to the iconic 2002 Turbo, but it puts a modern spin on a couple of key styling cues.
Hennessey HPE400

Hennessey Performance works its magic on the Ford Focus RS

Priced at about $3,000, Hennessey's Ford Focus RS tuning kit includes upgraded engine management software, a new exhaust, and a high-flow intercooler.
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series

Toyota says its iconic 70 Series Land Cruiser will ramble on in Australia

The iconic 70 Series Land Cruiser will remain part of the Toyota lineup indefinitely, according to a company spokesman.
Caterham Seven Sprint

Caterham’s 1960s-themed Seven has us humming along with The Beatles

The Caterham Seven Sprint features throwback styling cues, a retro-flavored interior, and a thoroughly modern three-cylinder engine.
2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo

Nissan’s sporty Sentra returns with turbo power

The Nissan Sentra SR Turbo uses a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 188 horsepower, and it comes with a six-speed manual transmission.
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Volvo’s V90 Cross Country is the cure for the common crossover

Exclusively offered with a turbo four, the V90 Cross Country replaces the XC70 as Volvo's alternative to a crossover.
Volkswagen Multivan PanAmericana

Volkswagen turns the Multivan into an adventure rig with the PanAmericana

The Volkswagen Multivan PanAmericana receives more ground clearance, protective plastic trim, and four-wheel drive.
Mercedes-Maybach S600 Pullman Guard

Mercedes-Maybach’s armored S600 is built like a tank, with a price tag to match

The Mercedes-Maybach S600 Pullman Guard is designed to protect occupants from gun shots, hand grenades, and a wide range of automatic military weapons.
2017 BMW 5 Series

The new BMW 5’s evolutionary design hides some major changes

The new BMW 5 is loaded with tech features borrowed from the bigger 7 Series, including a gesture-controlled infotainment system.
2017 Honda CR-V

Honda’s new CR-V grows up with a sharp design, a nicer interior, and a turbo four

While rumors of a seven-seater model were false, the new Honda CR-V is more spacious than before, better built, and available with turbo power.
2016 Infiniti QX60

New engine and more tech among the updates to Infiniti's 2nd-gen QX60

The Infiniti QX60 receives a new 3.5-liter V6 engine that uses direct fuel-injection to generate 295 horsepower.
BMW 740e iPerformance

Leaked images provide first glimpse at the all-new 2018 BMW 5 Series

The new 5 Series gets evolutionary design updates inside and out, but BMW promises it'll be a revolution in terms of tech.
Smart Fortwo Cabrio Electric Drive

Germany urges the EU to ban new gasoline- and diesel-powered cars in 2030

Banning new gasoline- and diesel-powered cars would force buyers in Germany to go gas-free whether they like it or not.
Ssangyong Tivoli

South Korea's Ssangyong is coming to the U.S. with two crossovers

Ssangyong is planning to launch on American shores before 2020 with two crossovers, called Tivoli and Korando.
Tesla Model S

Tesla seeks permission to double the size of its California factory

If the expansion plan is approved, the former GM plant that churns out Tesla's Model S and the Model X will measure 9.1 million square feet.
GMC Sierra 2500HD All-Terrain X

GMC’s Sierra 2500HD gets the go-anywhere treatment

GMC's All Terrain X package includes a beefier suspension, skid plates, a locking rear differential, 18-inch alloys, and a model-specific body kit.
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Maserati wants its very first electric model to stand out from the competition

Maserati knows it's a late-comer to the EV segment, so it will do things differently than rivals Tesla, Porsche, and Audi in a bid to stand out.