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Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept

Here’s why a consultant created a fake electric Chevrolet coupe

The project was the brainchild of Matt Teske, who wanted to gauge buyers' reaction to an affordable electric Chevrolet coupe.
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This classic Ferrari is fast, silent, green, and maintenance-free

The electric Ferrari 308 is more powerful than a stock model -- it's maintenance-free, and it weighs just 150 pounds more.
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BMW’s 750d marks a major milestone in the history of the turbodiesel engine

Fitted to the BMW 750d, the 3.0-liter straight-six makes 394 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque.
2016 Volkswagen Amarok

Need to tow? Volkswagen’s updated Amarok offers more power than ever

The most noteworthy update is found under the hood, where the Volkswagen Amarok is offered with a V6 engine for the first time.
BMW Vision Next 100 concept

In 2116, BMW envisions a car that flexes, drives itself, or lets you do it

The BMW Vision Next 100 concept offers state-of-the-art autonomous technology, and the kind of pure, driver-focused handling buyers expect from a BMW.
Mole Luce, Valentino concepts

Italian designer's take on the Tesla Model S is the wildest yet

Italy-based Mole will re-body existing electric cars -- like the Tesla Model S -- and manufacture its own models in small numbers.
2017 Lexus IS teaser

Lexus’ entry-level IS sedan gets a shot of Botox in time for the Beijing show

The updated Lexus IS will receive a redesigned front fascia, and it might benefit from a few tweaks in the cabin.
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Could a V8-powered Maserati Levante topple the Porsche Cayenne Turbo?

Maserati's super-SUV hasn't been given the green light for production yet, but the company has already built several prototypes.
2016 Ford C-MAX Hybrid

Here’s why Ford isn’t building an EV with a 200-mile range

Ford believes that 100 miles of range is enough to suit the needs of a significant slice of the market for battery-powered compacts.
Aston Martin Vantage GT8

Go ahead, race your heart out in Aston Martin’s track-ready Vantage GT8

Limited to just 150 examples, the Aston Martin GT8 gets a more powerful engine, and a full body kit inspired by Aston's Le Mans racers.
2017 Subaru Forester

New tech makes Subaru's 2017 Forester safer and more dynamic to drive

The 2017 Subaru Forester is safer and more dynamic to drive thanks to new tech features, and it receives a subtle facelift.
Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration

Infiniti will stun show-goers in Beijing with a sporty crossover concept

Infiniti's QX Sport Inspiration likely previews the next generation of the QX70.
Mansory Diamond Edition

Think the Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe is too tame? Try Mansory’s 985-hp model

German tuner Mansory has introduced a heavily-modified version of the Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe. The 63's 5.5-liter engine has been entirely rebuilt and tweaked to pump out 985 horsepower and 1,032 foot-pounds of torque.
Peugeot 403 diesel

Germany wants to say ‘auf wiedersehen’ to old diesel-powered cars

Officials explain banning old diesels won't be mandatory, but it's a step toward reducing air pollution in Germany's most polluted cities.
Volkswagen Polo R sketch

Volkswagen takes advantage of new regulations to build a faster Polo rally car

The 2017 Volkswagen Polo R WRC gets a more aggressive-looking body kit, and a 380-horsepower turbo four.
Tesla Model X

Tesla's entry-level Model X gets more range and a higher base price

Tesla has replaced the entry-level Model X 70D with a 75D variant that offers more range at a higher price.
Tesla Rainbow Road Easter Egg

How to display Mario Kart’s Rainbow Road on your Tesla dashboard

Tesla owners who activate Autopilot four times in quick succession can turn their instrument cluster into a Rainbow Road-inspired course.
Tesla Model X

Seat safety: Tesla recalls 2,600 Model X crossovers to fix a seat hinge

Tesla explains the defective hinge can cause the third-row seat back to slide forward in the event of an accident.
Cardi Concept 442

Cardi’s Concept 442 is the sci-fi Aston Martin of our dreams

Called Concept 442, the Aston Martin-based coupe features an elegant design and a simple, retro-inspired cabin.
Audi A8 L extended

This one-off Audi A8 L redefines the term 'long-wheelbase'

Built over the course of a full year, the one-of-a-kind Audi A8 L extended stretches over 20 feet from bumper to bumper.
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Shareholders ask Mercedes why it hasn’t built a Tesla-rivaling model yet

Daimler shareholders are worried about the threat that Tesla poses to the auto industry.
Aston Martin Vantage GTS

Aston Martin combines the Vantage GT and the Vantage S to form the Vantage GTS

Aston Martin has broken down the Vantage GTS lineup into two sub-models called Sport and Lux, respectively.
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Honda and Acura will each unveil a new crossover at the Beijing Auto Show

Honda's crossover will be a full-size model designed for China, while Acura's will be an entry-level model that might land on our shores.
Callaway Corvette Aerowagon

Callaway turns the Chevrolet Corvette into a weekend-ready shooting brake

Callaway has manufactured the body panels needed for the conversion out of carbon fiber in order to keep weight in check.
2016 Audi A3

Audi gives the Euro-spec A3 a new look, and an available three-cylinder engine

The US-spec Audi A3 is expected to get similar visual updates soon, but it's unlikely to receive the three-cylinder engine.
1972 Porsche 911 2.5 S/T

Porsche’s classic center breathes new life into a rare, Le Mans-winning 1972 911 2.5 S/T

Porsche's workshop spent two years bringing a 911 2.5 S/T back to better-than-new condition.
Autonomous Mercedes-Benz Actros

A trio of autonomous Mercedes big rigs is hitting the road in Europe

Mercedes-Benz's autonomous trucks will travel in a platoon, meaning they'll be connected in a train-like formation via vehicle-to-vehicle technology.
Aston Martin GT8 teaser

Aston Martin will build a track-ready V8 Vantage for 150 lucky enthusiasts

Developed to hit the track, the GT8 will be faster, lighter, and more aggressive-looking than the standard Aston Martin Vantage.
Tesla Model 3

Tesla receives 198,000 orders for the Model 3 in 24 hours

Tesla Expects that Model 3 Deliveries will Start in Late 2017.
BMW 750iL Solitaire

BMW’s one-of-one 7 Series Master Class can be ordered with diamond inserts in the dash

Six examples of the BMW 750iL Solitaire will be built, and Master Class production is limited to just one car.
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Tesla owners say there’s a new valet service at supercharger stations; Tesla disagrees

Tesla acknowledges it's making changes to its supercharger network in the name of convenience, but it stresses that the attendants aren't valets.
Renault Zoe

Dutch politicians want to make gasoline and diesel-powered cars illegal in 2025

A small group of Dutch politicians want Holland to kick its fossil fuel habit, while opponents call the motion "the wishful thinking of a headless chicken."
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While you’re charging your EV, BMW is preparing for a hydrogen future

Hydrogen currently lags behind electric and plug-in hybrid drivetrains in the alternative fuel race, but BMW believes it's quickly catching up. The company tells us where the technology stands today, and where it'll go over the next decade.
2017 Toyota Corolla

Toyota’s popular Corolla celebrates its 50th birthday with a bold new look

Limited to 8,000 examples, the limited-edition Toyota Corolla 50th Anniversary gets more standard features and black cherry accents.
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Buyers are willing to camp outside of a Tesla store overnight to reserve a Model 3

At least 100 people are expected to wait outside of the Tesla store in Montreal, Canada.
2017 Subaru Impreza Sedan Sport

Subaru’s 2017 Impreza is sharper, more dynamic to drive, and safer than ever

The fifth-generation Impreza rides on a brand new platform, and it ushers in the next generation of Subaru's flat-four engine.
Mercedes-AMG E 43 4MATIC

Mercedes-AMG’s E43 is a 396-hp wolf in sheep’s clothing

With 396 horsepower on tap, the 2017 Mercedes-AMG E43 hits 60 mph from a stop in 4.5 seconds.
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA

For 2017, the stylish Mercedes-Benz CLA gets subtle updates inside and out

For 2017, the Mercedes-Benz CLA gets discreetly redesigned fascias, a few interior tweaks, and more standard equipment.