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2015 Volkswagen Beetle GRC

Volkswagen’s GRC-bound racer gives new meaning to ‘Super Beetle’

Volkswagen's GRC-bound Beetle packs a mid-mounted 2.0-liter turbo four rated at 553 horsepower.
2016 Chevrolet Impala Midnight Edition

A sinister-looking murdered-out Impala will join the Chevrolet lineup for 2016

The Chevrolet Impala Midnight Edition gains a jet black paint job, blacked-out trim and 19-inch alloys.
Audi e-diesel

Have Audi engineers just invented the fuel that will save the internal combustion engine?

Made primarily from water and CO2, Audi's 'e-diesel will make it possible to drive long distances without having a negative impact on the environment.
Rolls-Royce Phantom Limelight Collection

25 lucky owners will be chauffeured in Rolls-Royce’s Phantom Limelight Collection

Limited to just 25 examples worldwide, the Rolls-Royce Phantom Limelight Collection is described as the ultimate traveling companion.
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Startech beats Mercedes to the premium truck market with a Range Rover-based pickup

Startech's Range Rover has been upgraded with a 43-inch long plastic-lined bed and a remote-controlled tailgate.
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Audi will display the allroad station wagon of the future in Shanghai

The Audi prologue allroad concept gets a raised ground clearance and a powerful gas-electric hybrid drivetrain.
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You’ll have to move to China if you want to buy Audi’s 100-mpg A6 L e-tron

Designed only for China, the gas-electric Audi A6 L e-tron returns up to 106.9 mpg when it is driven with a light right foot.
Bentley Mulsanne Speed Blue Train Edition

Bentley goes retro with limited-edition Mulsanne Speed Blue Train edition

The commemorative Bentley Mulsanne Speed Blue Train edition features a model-specific radiator grille and period-correct upholstery.
Peugeot 308 R HYbrid

Peugeot’s 500-hp 308 R HYbrid is half supercar, half family hatchback

With a 0-62 mph time of just four seconds, the 308 R HYbrid concept is the fastest and most powerful road-going Peugeot ever built.
Land Rover Heritage

Land Rover will help you keep your classic Range Rover, Series or Discovery on the road

Land Rover's Heritage division will manufacture and sell a long list of original parts.
2015 ATS 2500 GT

Watch out, Ferrari: Italian rival ATS rumbles back to life with the 2500 GT supercar

Built with lightweight materials, the ATS 2500 GT is powered by a naturally-aspirated V8 that makes 640 horsepower.
Volkswagen Scirocco GTS

Volkswagen’s Scirocco gets a heart transplant from a GTI in time for the Shanghai show

The heritage-laced Volkswagen Scirocco GTS gets an aggressive look thanks a R-Line appearance package and a 220-horsepower GTI-sourced turbo four.
2015 Volvo S60L Twin Engine

Volvo will introduce a plug-in hybrid S60 in Shanghai, but Americans won’t be able to buy it

The gas-electric Volvo S60L Twin Engine pairs a four-cylinder engine with an electric motor mounted over the rear axle.
2016 Cadillac ELR

Cadillac updates the ELR with more power and more tech, but is it too little, too late?

Much faster than last year's model, the 2016 Cadillac ELR gets an optional Performance Pack that improves handling.
Lamborghini Miura Roadster

Book a trip to Germany, Lamborghini is presenting two ultra-rare models at Techno Classica

Introduced in 1968, the Lamborghini Miura Concept was well received by the public but it was never built.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition announces the end of an era

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition is only offered in Japan for the time being, but a U.S.-spec model will be unveiled in the coming months.
Volkswagen GTI Supersport concept

The Volkswagen GTI Supersport concept can tackle any track… as long as it’s in Gran Turismo

Equipped with a long list of aerodynamic add-ons, the virtual Volkswagen GTI Supersport concept can reach 62 mph from a stop in 3.6 seconds.
Volvo XC90 Excellence

Fit for a king, the XC90 Excellence is the most luxurious car that Volvo has ever built

The range-topping XC90 Excellence is the most luxurious car that Volvo has ever built in its 88-year history.
Lego Mercedes-Benz Renntransporter

Mercedes-Benz Renntransporter made out of Legos makes us wish we were kids again

This Mercedes-Benz Renntransporter made out of Legos is impressive because it was built from scratch, it's not part of a kit that you can buy in stores.
Arrinera Hussarya

Arrinera introduces the Hussarya, Poland’s first-ever supercar

Riding on a chassis tuned by none other than Lee Noble, the Arrinera Hussarya is powered by an 8.2-liter V8 that makes over 800 horsepower.
2017 Jaguar XE

Can four new or improved models turn around Jaguar’s U.S. arm?

Jaguar sold just 15,773 cars last year, a seven-percent drop compared to 2013.
Jon Olsson's Audi RS 6 Avant

Jon Olsson’s 1000-hp Audi RS 6 Avant is a DTM-inspired dream wagon

The Audi RS 6's 4.0-liter V8 has been tuned to develop over 1,000 horsepower, and the wagon is fitted with an aggressive DTM-inspired body kit.
Bang Olufsen car speaker

Harman Kardon pays $157 million for Bang & Olufsen’s car audio business

Bang & Olufsen is trying to shift the focus of its business and get rid of assets that aren't considered core.
2016 Kia Optima

Handsome and athletic, Kia’s new Optima blends sportiness with accessibility

Kia unveiled its all-new, mid-size Optima sedan at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
BMW i3

BMW is selling the i3 on Amazon in Japan, but drone delivery is not available… yet

BMW's Japanese division has teamed up with retail giant Amazon to sell the all-electric i3 online in a bid to reach a wider audience.
2015 Volkswagen Beetle New York concepts

Beetle Jeans are back! VW unveils four cutesy Beetle concepts for New York

Volkswagen hints that the four cars can quickly make the transition from concept to production.
2016 smart fortwo

Don’t step on it: Smart’s Lilliputian 2016 fortwo is ready for the Big Apple

The all-new 2016 smart fortwo is still as tiny as ever but it features a much more modern design than the outgoing model.
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From BlueTEC to 63 S, Mercedes’ GLE-Class variants easily over shadow its old ML moniker

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class gets a new look that puts it in line with the X6-fighting GLE Coupe.
Kahn Design Land Rover Defender 90 Pick Up

Kahn Design thinks small with customized Land Rover Defender 90 Pick Up

Starting with a stock 2011 short-wheelbase Land Rover Defender 90, Kahn has added a full body kit and a number of interior upgrades such as bucket seats.
Volkswagen Amarok

Das workhorse: VW could take on Ford and GM with a lineup of commercial vehicles in the US

Volkswagen could launch a van, a pickup or even both before the end of the decade.
Jeep Chief Concept

7 totally unique Jeep concepts, from macho rock crawlers to retro throwbacks

Based on existing models, Jeep's latest concepts range from retro-inspired to rugged and futuristic.
android auto is available for download today pioneer

Google in your dashboard: Pioneer launches new line of Android Auto-compatible receivers

Drivers can use Pioneer's NEX receiver to control virtually every aspect of a smartphone using voice commands.
Honda Concept B

The British are coming! Honda will import UK-built Civic hatchbacks to North America

The 305-horsepower Honda Civic Type R hot hatch is expected to join the standard Civic hatchback in U.S. showrooms.
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Ford’s aluminum-bodied 2017 Super Duty leaks out ahead of schedule

The 2017 Ford Super Duty gets a weight-saving aluminum body and a bold new front end that loses the current model's characteristic chrome frame.
Revology Mustang

Revology’s $120K first-gen Mustang is a wealthy resto-modder’s dream

Revology's Mustang retains its classic look, but it packs a high-tech interior and a fuel-injected V8 engine.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe

Brace yourself, BMW, Mercedes’ next C-Class Coupe is right around the corner

The next Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe will feature a sleek design inspired by the larger S-Class Coupe and turbocharged four- and six-cylinder engines.
Audi Q7 e-tron

Audi confirms it will challenge Tesla with electric SUV

Aimed at the Tesla Model X, Audi's yet-unnamed SUV will offer a total driving range of well over 300 miles thanks to recent advances in battery technology.
2006 Lotus APX concept

Lotus, down but not out, betting on crossover to make a comeback

Likely taking the form of a crossover, the family-friendly Lotus will have to take on the Herculean task of helping the company return to profitability.