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From battlefields to suburban driveways, this is the history of Jeep

Jeep is more than a brand name; it's a byword for any kind of off-roader. Becoming one of the most emblematic carmakers in the world was easier said than done.
Tesla Supercharger

How to maximize electric vehicle range (and minimize range anxiety)

Electric cars are more common than ever, but their popularity has led to a concern called range anxiety. Here's what you need to know.
2020 Toyota Supra

Toyota Supra is more efficient than its swoopy body, straight-six engine suggest

The 2020 Toyota Supra made its long-awaited debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. The resurrected sports car, famous for a role in The Fast and the Furious, goes on sale in the U.S. this summer. The 2020 Supra, code-named A90, shares a platform with the 2019 BMW Z4 sports car.
OBD

From dongles to diagnostics, here’s all you need to know about OBD/OBD II

Your vehicle's OBD port is essential when diagnosing mechanical problems, but that's not all it can do.

VW pleads guilty in diesel scandal, will pay $4.3B in fines, 6 execs indicted

Volkswagen agreed to plead guilty and pay $4.3 billion in penalties related to its diesel-emissions cheating.
Rezvani Beast Alpha

Rezvani’s Beast Alpha boasts 500 hp and the coolest doors you’ll ever see

The Rezvani Beast Alpha is a coupe version of the Rezvani Beast sports car. It features clever "SideWinder" doors and a few more luxuries.
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X-Class concept previews Mercedes’ first pickup truck, coming in 2017

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class concept previews the carmaker's first-ever pickup truck, which goes on sale in certain markets next year.
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NASCAR is fueled by gasoline, tech, and capitalism

NASCAR is the most popular form of motor sport in the U.S., but what does it actually take to put on a NASCAR race? DT hits the track at Chicagoland Speedway to find out.
Pininfarina H2 Speed concept

Pininfarina’s radical H2 Speed hydrogen concept car will become reality

The Pininfarina H2 Speed concept hydrogen fuel cell race car concept will enter production. Pininfarina says it will build 10 copies, at $2.5 million each.
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Tesla Model S tackles Pikes Peak, setting a new record in the process

A Tesla Model S driven by Go Puck founder Blake Fuller set a record for production-based electric vehicles at the 2016 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
BMW 2002 Hommage concept

BMW gets nostalgic with its 2002 Hommage concept

The BMW 2002 Hommage concept is the latest in a series of BMW concepts inspired by classic models. In this case, the model being honored is the 2002.
2020 Jeep Gladiator

The best trucks

Looking for a better way to haul your gear? From Ford to Ram, these are the best new pickup trucks available.
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Thanks to an update, 2 million Chrysler cars are now compatible with Siri

Siri Eyes Free is now available to owners of nearly two million Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram models through a free download from FCA.
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Techrules unveils its 1,030 hp turbine-electric supercar concepts in Geneva

The Techrules TREV electric supercar concepts use turbines as range extenders, and produce a claimed 1,030 horsepower.
Verstappen's F1 showrun at the Hahnenkamm

What happens when you slap chains on an F1 car and drive it in the snow? Watch

A Formula One car piloted by Scuderia Toro Rosso driver Max Verstappen conquers an Austrian ski slope in style.
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2017 Ford Fusion storms into Detroit with 325-hp twin-turbo V6

The 2017 Ford Fusion debuts at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show with several notable updates, including a new 325-hp V6 Sport model.
2016 Mazda CX-9

Mazda’s 2016 CX-9 joins the family with updated styling and a new turbo engine

The 2016 Mazda CX-9 debuted at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show with a new Skyactiv powertrain and "Kodo" design language, in line with other Mazda models.
2016 Honda Civic Coupe

That’s a Civic?! Honda’s 2016 Coupe looks better than any econobox has a right to

The 2016 Honda Civic coupe debuts at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, and will go on sale in March 2016 as the second new Civic model.
2017 Cadillac XT5

Cadillac’s 2017 XT5 crossover makes US debut in LA

The 2017 Cadillac XT5 crossover will make its U.S. debut at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, and will go into production next year.
2016 Toyota Tacoma "Back to the Future"

Toyota reincarnates Marty McFly’s dream truck for Back to the Future Day

A 2016 Toyota Tacoma customized like the one from Back to the Future was unveiled today to celebrate the film's 30th anniversary.
Dacia Duster

Romania’s Dacia keeps things simple at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show

Dacia is adding a new automatic transmission with manual shift feature to its model line, and dressing up the Duster with new special editions.
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See the butch Land Rovers and villainous Jaguar destined for 007 Spectre

Bond cars from Jaguar Land Rover for the latest 007 movie, 'Spectre,' were unveiled at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show.
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The future ‘doesn’t look bright’ for manual transmissions, says head of BMW M

BMW M boss Frank van Meel says the future "doesn't look bright" for manual transmissions, owing to the increased proficiency of automated gearboxes.
Jaguar Land Rover 'pothole alert'

Jaguar Land Rover uses connected-car tech to spot potholes

Jaguar Land Rover is testing a connected-car system that gathers information on potholes and sends it to other road users and the authorities.
DFKI Robotics EO Smart Connecting Car 2

This tiny electric car can drive sideways and shrink to fit into parking spaces

The EO Smart Connecting Car 2 is an electric car concept that can change shape, crab sideways, and drive autonomously in a vehicle platoon.
Subaru STI Performance Concept

Subaru’s STI Performance Concept just might be the BRZ STI you’ve been waiting for

The Subaru STI Performance Concept was unveiled at the 2015 New York Auto Show as a preview of possible future performance models.
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Land Rover goes camping in the Arctic Circle to prove it makes a hardy hybrid

A Land Rover Land Rover Range Rover Sport Hybrid towed a heavy Airstream trailer to the Arctic Circle in a test of the SUV's capabilities.
Chevrolet Bolt EV concept

Chevy’s Bolt EV concept shifts EV paradigm with 200-mile range for $30K

The Chevrolet Bolt EV concept offers a claimed 200 miles of range, Chevy says a production version would sell for around $30,000.
2016 Chevrolet Volt

Inspired by endurance athletes, Chevy’s 2016 Volt is both more muscular and efficient

The 2016 Chevrolet Volt was unveiled at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show today. It sports more aggressive, a more efficient powertrain, and some new tech.
2016 Audi Q7 SUV

From tablets to phone boxes, Audi displays its latest infotainment tech at CES

Audi and Nvidia showed off a host of infotainment tech at CES 2015 that will start to appear in production vehicles over the next few months.
2016 Cadillac CTS-V

Cadillac’s 2016 CTS-V hits 200 mph with a 640-hp V8 yanked from a Corvette Z06

The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V arrives with the Corvette Z06's supercharged V8, producing 640 hp and propelling the Cadillac to a top speed of 200 mph.
2016 Audi Q7

Audi’s 2016 Q7 boasts both a diesel plug-in hybrid powertrain and rear-wheel steering

The 2016 Audi Q7 SUV arrives with less girth, more tech, and an optional diesel plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Audi Prologue concept

Audi’s Prologue concept previews next-generation styling and tech

The Audi Prologue concept previews Audi's next design direction, as well as a host of convenience and drivetrain tech.
2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe

Cadillac’s 2016 ATS-V blows into LA with 455 turbocharged horses – UPDATE

The 2016 Cadillac ATS-V was unveiled at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show as Cadillac's long-awaited rival to the BMW M3 and M4.
Shelby GT350 Mustang

No turbo, no supercharger: Ford’s Shelby GT350 Mustang cracks 500 HP the natural way

The Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang was unveiled ahead of the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, sporting an all-new 5.2-liter V8 and magnetic dampers.
2015 Chrysler 300C Platinum

Chrysler’s 2015 300 shakes off the Rolls-Royce grille, tries on a Jaguar nose

The 2015 Chrysler 300 gets through refresh with interior and exterior styling cues borrowed from the smaller 200, but with the same HEMI-powered charm.
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Good news, racecar aficionados: Lamborghini’s Huracán Super Trofeo is coming

The Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo will take over in the one-make Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo series for "gentleman racers."
Tesla Model S

Take that, BMW! Tesla names its BMW 3 Series-rivaling, mid-size sedan the ‘Model III’

The Tesla Model III is the third-generation Tesla Motors electric car formerly known as Model E. It's set to debut in 2016 and go on sale the year after.