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New Ypsilon revealed as Lancia’s first EV

Historic Italian brand Lancia, currently part of the Stellantis fold, on Wednesday revealed a redesigned Ypsilon subcompact hatchback, its first

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2025 Porsche 911 Targa spied with updates

Porsche is working on an update for the current 992-generation 911 lineup, and the latest prototype to be spotted is

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Pair of Nissan Skyline GT-R M-Spec Nürs up for auction in US

The earliest versions of the R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R are now eligible for import into the U.S. under the 25-year

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2025 Audi S3 coming with more power, RS 3’s torque splitter

Audi is close to launching an updated version of the current A3 compact sedan and hatchback, and updates are also

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Lotus signs off on development of Emeya electric super sedan

Lotus last fall revealed its first sedan since the Carlton of the early 1990s in the form of the Emeya

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BMW designed an i8 replacement before killing it

BMW was working on a supercar to replace the i8 but ultimately killed the project following the onset of the

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A Bugatti Chiron roadster wasn’t planned, but the Mistral still happened

Unlike its Veyron predecessor, the Bugatti Chiron was planned only as a coupe. But to mark the end of its

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Jay Leno samples a near-perfect Jaguar XJ13 replica

While the Jaguar E-Type is famous for having been considered the world’s most beautiful car by a certain Enzo Ferrari,

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2025 Porsche Taycan, 2024 BMW 5-Series Touring: This Week’s Top Photos

Porsche’s debut electric vehicle, the Taycan, was revealed this week in updated form. Due at dealerships in the spring, the

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Long-wheelbase Cadillac Escalade IQL SUV confirmed

Like its internal-combustion counterpart, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric SUV will get a long-wheelbase variant. First reported by Car

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2024 Genesis G70, Porsche delays, electric Lambos: The Week In Reverse

We drove the 2024 Genesis G70, Porsche encountered an issue importing most of its lineup with U.S. customs, and Lamborghini’s

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Mercedes-Benz AMG One pops up for sale

One of just 275 Formula 1-inspired Mercedes-AMG One supercars is up for sale at dealership F1rst Motors in Dubai. First

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McLaren reportedly considers new tech, financial partners

McLaren may forge new technology and financial partnerships to support the development of its next generation of supercars. Citing people

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Gas-powered 2025 Mini Cooper and Cooper S grades debut

After showing an electric version of the 2025 Mini Cooper last September, Mini has revealed the first gasoline versions of

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2024 Genesis G70, electric Lamborghinis, 2025 Porsche Taycan: Car News Headlines

We drove the updated 2024 Genesis G70 and found it remains an athletic, fun, compact luxury sport sedan. The standard

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2025 Porsche Taycan goes further, charges faster, all with more power

Porsche has unleashed even more power and potential with its electric Taycan sports car. On Tuesday, the 2025 Porsche Taycan

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2025 Audi A5, 2024 Nissan Frontier: Today’s Car News

A prototype for Audi’s next A5 has been spotted. The prototype is for the A5 Sportback hatchback, but prototypes for

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2025 Audi RS 6 Avant GT channels IMSA GTO history for swan song

The end of the road looms for the current Audi RS 6 Avant, but not before a grand finale. On

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VW developing own AI products

Volkswagen Group has established the separate company AI Lab aimed at developing products powered by artificial intelligence for vehicles and

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McDonald’s Hamburglar hitting the road in the Burgercuda

If your job is stealing hamburgers, it helps to have a good getaway car. McDonald’s has given the Hamburglar—cartoon burger

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Toyota patents truck bed cover with air bladder

If you need to secure cargo in a pickup bed, tie-down straps are the go-to option. But Toyota doesn’t think

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Lexus GX, Audi Q9, Alfa Romeo Stelvio: This Week’s Top Photos

We took the 2024 Lexus GX 550 on- and off-road. After our brief time with it we concluded that Land

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Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 4×4 Squared unlocks the off-road cheat code

Officially, this vehicle doesn’t exist.  While the new Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4×4 Squared was spotted during development, it was never formally

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2026 Audi SQ9, Rivian bed rack, 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz: The Week In Reverse

The 2026 Audi SQ9 broke cover, Rivian filed a bed rack patent, and the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz came into

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Electric Lotus sports car reportedly debuting in 2025

Lotus will unveil an electric sports car next year, with production scheduled to start in 2027, according to a recent

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Lewis Hamilton leaving Mercedes, signs with Ferrari for 2025 F1 season

“Silly season” is in full swing early in motorsports’ top ranks—and change is in the air for Formula 1 star

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2025 Ford Explorer gains larger screens and BlueCruise

Ford just doubled down on Apple CarPlay while embracing Google’s Android Auto software. On Thursday, the 2025 Ford Explorer debuted

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2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz spy shots reveal mild updates

Hyundai’s preparing to refresh its pickup truck. Spotted on public roads, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz is now undergoing cold-weather

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2025 BMW Z4 adds manual transmission option

The 2024 BMW Z4 did not in fact get a manual transmission option, as had long been rumored. Instead the transmission

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Electric Jeep Wagoneer S revealed with posh screen-filled interior

Stellantis on Tuesday revealed the first images of the Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV scheduled to go on sale in

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2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Aston Martin Vantage, 2024 Jeep Wrangler: Car News Headlines

We drove the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio and found the luxury crossover SUV has aged with grace. Despite debuting six

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Quick acceleration is a safety feature

Stellantis’ new STLA Large platform will underpin EVs capable of 0-60 mph acceleration in 2.0 seconds, the automaker claims.  At a recent

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Aston Martin Vantage teased, again, ahead of Feb. 12 debut

The teaser campaign continues at Aston Martin. On Monday, Aston Martin released another teaser image of the upcoming Vantage revealing

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Rivian patents roof rail lighting system

Rivian has filed two patent applications for integrated lighting in the roof rails in its electric pickup trucks and SUVs.

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California bill proposes governors set to 10 mph over posted speed limit

A California state senator has introduced a bill calling for the use of speed governors that would prevent cars from

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2027 Porsche Cayenne EV, 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing: This Week’s Top Photos

A test mule for the upcoming 2027 Porsche Cayenne EV began cold-weather testing on public roads. While it looked like

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2026 Audi Q9, Apple car, 2024 Porsche Macan EV: The Week In Reverse

We spotted the 2026 Audi Q9, the Apple car has been delayed again, and the 2024 Porsche Macan EV debuted.

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1983 Lotus Esprit Turbo with prototype active suspension heads to auction

In the 1980s, Lotus was developing active suspension for both race cars and road cars. Now one of the prototype

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US Postal Service will buy six Canoo electric delivery vans

Canoo on Thursday announced that it will sell six electric delivery vans to the U.S. Postal Service. Due for delivery

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Lucid teases Tesla Model Y rival

Lucid’s third vehicle will be a compact crossover to rival the Tesla Model Y. A teaser photo was posted to

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GM drops Ultra Cruise branding, merges tech into Super Cruise

General Motors has abandoned plans to introduce new Ultra Cruise branding for a more advanced version of its Super Cruise

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2025 Kia K4 (Forte) spied with striking design

The Kia Forte compact sedan is a pleasantly styled and attractively priced alternative to the likes of the Honda Civic

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2025 VW Golf GTI revealed with useful tech updates

Volkswagen’s iconic Golf hatchback celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2024, and the automaker has marked the occasion with the launch

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Mid-cycle update on the way

A prototype for an updated version of the Porsche 911 Turbo has been spotted. The current 992-generation 911 range has

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Czinger confirms Hyper GT for production

Czinger’s Hyper GT concept, a 1,250-hp four-seater shown in 2022, will be built, the company’s CEO has revealed. In an

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Volkswagen came to the US 75 years ago

Volkswagen has been selling cars in the U.S. for the past 75 years, becoming one of the largest automakers in

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2023 Ford Bronco DR with mystichrome paint surfaces for sale

A 2023 Ford Bronco DR with throwback paint has surfaced for sale on Bring a Trailer. Announced in 2021, the

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Audi RS Q E-Tron wins 2024 Dakar Rally

Audi has won the grueling Dakar Rally with its bespoke RS Q E-Tron on its third attempt. The Spanish driving

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Praga Bohema, Jeep Wagoneer S: This Week’s Top Photos

Czech race car specialist Praga has joined the ranks of hypercar manufacturers with the launch of the Bohema, an extreme

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“School of Rock” 1987 Dodge Ram B250 van up for auction

A 1987 Dodge Ram B250 van used in filming the 2003 movie “School of Rock” is up for auction on

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2025 Dodge Charger, 2025 Infiniti QX80, “Days of Thunder” race cars: The Week In Reverse

The Dodge Charger successor began testing, the 2025 Infiniti QX80 hit the road, and “Days Of Thunder” race cars were

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2025 Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV arrives this fall with 600 hp

Jeep on Thursday confirmed its Wagoneer S for sale in the U.S. starting this fall. The timing points to the

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“Demolition Man” 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 surfaces for sale

The 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 featured in the 1993 movie “Demolition Man” will be part of Barrett Jackson’s upcoming auction

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Ford F-150 Lightning Switchgear delivers street truck or off-road performance

Ford on Wednesday took the covers off an F-150 Lightning-based concept that hints at the direction the automaker may take

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“Days Of Thunder” race cars found rotting in forest

A pair of cars allegedly used in the 1990 NASCAR film “Days of Thunder” have been unearthed. First spotted by

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Dubai Police enlists Lamborghini Urus Performante

If you’re a fan of exotic cars, you know Dubai is one of the world’s hottest places to spot them.

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2025 Infiniti QX80, 2025 Porsche Macan: Today’s Car News

A redesigned Infiniti QX80 is set to debut this year, and a prototype has been spotted for the first time.

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Bugatti Chiron SS 300+, world’s fastest production car, up for sale

A Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ will be among the featured lots at a Bonhams auction scheduled for January 25

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Ford patents voice assist with configurable personality

Voice-assist systems are commonplace in cars today, but Ford wants to give them personalities. A patent application from the automaker

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Lexus LBX Morizo RR concept could preview forbidden fruit

Lexus debuted a concept performance version of the recently unveiled LBX subcompact crossover at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon. Called

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First and last Chevy Corvette L88 head to auction as pair

A pair of historically significant Corvettes are among the featured lots at a Mecum auction happening now in Kissimmee, Florida.

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2024 Toyota GR Yaris, 2025 Porsche 911 GT3: This Week’s Top Photos

The 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon is currently underway and several new concepts and vehicles have been shown. One of them

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Production Dodge Charger successor teased

Dodge on Friday teased the production version of a coupe that will serve as the effective replacement for the Challenger

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Frankencar, Dodge winding down V-8, VfinFast Wild pickup truck: The Week In Reverse

We designed the Frankencar, Dodge announced plans to wind down V-8 production for the Durango, and the VinFast VF Wild

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Nissan Ariya Nismo revealed with up to 429 hp

Nissan will use the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon this weekend to debut a Nismo-enhanced version of the Ariya electric crossover.

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Jay Leno samples a Shelby GT350 roadster by OVC and Camilo Pardo

Jay Leno was recently visited by the Original Venice Crew, and they brought along a new car and its designer.

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Sony and Honda-backed Afeela shows updated version of debut sedan

Sony and Honda surprised audiences at last year’s CES by announcing the jointly established electric vehicle brand Afeela, and presenting

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Guenther Steiner leaves Haas F1 team with immediate effect

U.S. Formula 1 team Haas has replaced its team principal just six weeks out from the start of the new

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Honda launches 0 EV series for global markets at 2024 CES

Honda is on a mission to launch 30 electric vehicles globally by 2030, and some of them will form part

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Rare Ford GT Mk II heads to auction

A basically new 2020 Ford GT Mk II is up for grabs at Mecum‘s auction currently underway in Kissimmee, Florida.

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Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2024, Porsche 911 Hybrid, 2024 Mercedes EQS: The Week In Reverse

The Corvette claimed its third Motor Authority Best Car To Buy award, the Porsche 911 hybrid continued testing, and 2024

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Ford Mustang outsells Challenger and Camaro in 2023

The Ford Mustang in 2023 overtook the Dodge Challenger to reclaim the muscle car crown in the race for U.S.

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Ram, Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler are done with some US auto shows

Stellantis brands Ram, Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler have traditionally been staples at major U.S. auto shows, but that may no

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1,000-plus-hp Mullen Five RS to debut at 2024 CES

Electric vehicle startup Mullen will use the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show on this month to present a flagship performance version

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BMW 8-Series that allegedly belonged to Michael Jordan turns up for sale

Michael Jordan may be best known for his illustrious basketball career, but the former Chicago Bulls star and co-owner of

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One of these 5 cars will be named Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2024

The drum beat continues as the industry marches into the electric era, but gas-powered cars aren’t dead yet. For proof,

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First modern Scout to debut this summer

Volkswagen Group is working on an electric pickup truck and SUV inspired by the International Harvester Scout, and the company

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2024 Mercedes EQS costs $105,550, adds power and range

Buyers after the 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS can look forward to a little more power and range on some grades. The

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Bugattis get 8 paint layers, 600-plus hours of hand work

The Bugatti Chiron reset the hypercar bar and costs millions of dollars. As a special car, it and the other

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2025 Porsche 911, 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS: Today’s Car News

Porsche is working on an update for the 911, and hybrid technology will be added to some variants, one of

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How F1 engines make 1,000 hp

Current Formula 1 engines generate up to 1,000 hp from just 1.6 liters of displacement, and now Engineering Explained has

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2024 Xiaomi SU7, 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQS: This Week’s Top Photos

Xiaomi, the world’s second-biggest smartphone manufacturer, wants to become one of the world’s top automakers, and this week the company

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Mercedes AMG EQE SUV, Dodge Challenger, Ken Block’s RaptorTRAX: The Week In Reverse

We drove the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV, the Dodge Challenger and Charger died, and Ken Block’s RaptorTRAX came up

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2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S hybrid nears end of development

Porsche has ruled out an electric 911, at least for now, but hybrid technology is definitely in the cards, starting

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Lancia shows more of upcoming Ypsilon EV

Historic Italian brand Lancia, today part of the Stellantis fold, is gearing up to launch its first electric vehicle. The

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1938 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster heads to auction

A 1938 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster is headed to an RM Sotheby’s auction next month in Phoenix, Arizona. It is

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2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE keeps prices unchanged despite updates

The Mercedes-Benz EQE electric midsize sedan enters its second year on the market with a few updates and more standard

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Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV, Ken Block’s RaptorTRAX, Scout: Car News Headlines

We drove the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV and it made us ponder where AMG fits in the electric future.

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2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG EQE SUV asks what AMG stands for

What the heck does AMG stand for as the electric era takes hold? That question kept rolling around inside my

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2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison costs $60,540

The latest Chevrolet Colorado spawned a ZR2 off-road grade for 2023, but for 2024 there’s a more capable ZR2 Bison

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The story behind Trans Am Worldwide’s 70/SS Chevelle tribute

Trans Am Worldwide’s 70/SS is a tribute to the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport with more than 1,500 hp, a

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Ken Block’s 2009 Ford F-150 RaptorTRAX listed for sale for $195,000

Ken Block commissioned some memorable vehicles, few more so than the RaptorTRAX, a 2009 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor wearing tank-like

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Subaru WRX S4 STI Sport set for 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon

Subaru doesn’t plan to launch an STI version of the current WRX, though that doesn’t mean there won’t be any

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2024 McLaren GTS, 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R: This Week’s Top Photos

McLaren revealed an updated version of its GT supercar this week. Rebranded as a GTS, the newcomer features a power

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2024 Porsche 911 S/T, Chevy Camaro dead, 2025 Ford Bronco Sport: The Week In Reverse

We drove the 2024 Porsche 911 S/T, the Chevrolet Camaro died again, and the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport broke cover.

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2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison, VW GTI EV: Today’s Car News

The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison has gone on sale with 35-inch off-road tires, a bevy of Boron-steel skid plates,

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2025 Ford Bronco Sport spied with updates, extra capability

Ford has been spotted testing prototypes for an updated Bronco Sport, and some of the test vehicles feature upgrades that

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2024 Acura Integra Type S makes the Civic Type R stealth

For everyone who wishes a Honda Civic Type R Touring model existed, it does. It wears a different badge and

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Nearly 50% of Buick stores take buyout over investing for EVs

General Motors in 2022 started offering buyouts to U.S. Buick dealerships unwilling to make hefty investments required for the sale

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Nio ET7 electric sedan drives 648 miles on single charge

Nio has developed a 150-kwh battery that could potentially boost the range of electric vehicles substantially higher than what current

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2024 BMW i5 Touring electric wagon caught on camera

The BMW 5-Series was redesigned for the 2024 model year, with the new sedan offering buyers the choice of gas,

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2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV spied for first time

Mercedes-Benz has been spotted testing a prototype for an electric sedan that’s set to join an expanded C-Class family. As

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1963 Chevy Corvette Harley Earl Styling Car heads to auction

A one-off Corvette convertible built as a gift for legendary General Motors design boss Harley Earl is headed to auction.