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Indy 500 primer

How to watch (and appreciate) the Indy 500, the ‘greatest spectacle in racing’

The Indy 500 celebrates its 101st running this year, so what better time to learn a little bit more about this iconic race?
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Everything you need to know about Waymo’s self-driving car project

Waymo, an autonomous vehicle pioneering firm, has been making plenty of headlines lately. Here's everything you need to know about it.
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Impress the car lover in your life with the best gifts for gearheads

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Wring every mile from that fill-up with these gas-saving tips

From camping trips to road trips, summertime is the busiest season for driving.
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Cinematic speed: 5 films to get you hyped for the 24 Hours of Le Mans

This year's 24 Hours of Le Mans kicks off on June 18, and we’ve assembled five of our favorite films to get you hyped.
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Slippery when wet: Here’s what to do if your car hydroplanes

Driving in the rain can be extremely dangerous if you’re not prepared, so we asked pro racing driver Andrew Comrie-Picard for tips.
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If extended warranties were a good deal, they wouldn’t need to sell them

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F101: Everything you need to know about Formula One

When it comes to racing, Formula One is the cream of the crop. From qualifying to drag-reduction systems, here’s everything you need to know.
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Daytona 101: Everything you need to know about America’s 24-hour endurance race

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Motorsport 101: Everything you need to know, from F1 to NASCAR

The world of motorsports is fast, furious, and a bit overwhelming. Here, we breakdown some of the major series and types of racing from around the globe.
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What’s in a name, anyway? Cadillac forsakes its identity, adopts new naming scheme

Johand de Nysschen's sweeping changes to the Cadillac brand aren't done yet. The company's new chief is introducing an all new naming scheme.

Want to know if your phone pairs with your car? This handy list should do the trick

Don't be fooled by car salesmen's oily assurances. Some phones just don't pair with cars. Here's a list of automaker's guides to Bluetooth compatibility.
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Londoner demonstrates how to catch air in a $400,000 Lamborghini Aventador

A London man caught some sweet air in his $400,000 Lamborghini Aventador this week.
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These QR codes tell rescuers how to safely pluck you from your wrecked Mercedes

Mercedes is using QR codes to provide critical vehicle safety information to rescuers to help them rescue you if the worst should happen.
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Just got a cool new app for your car? Yeah, the NHTSA might not let you use it

The NHTSA says it has the power to regulate smartphones used while driving, and plans to draft a set of voluntary guidelines for manufacturers.
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Can’t pronounce ‘Macan?’ You’ll still want Porsche’s brawny new crossover

Porsche’s 2015 Macan made its official debut at the 2013 LA Auto Show.
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Chevy’s all-new Colorado truck is the diesel-burning tablet hauler of your dreams

Chevrolet unveiled the 2015 Colorado pickup truck at the 2013 LA Auto Show.
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How to make or break a Brit: Jaguar must beat BMW or go belly up

Jaguar is releasing four new models in the next five years, and insiders reveal that if those models don't pan out the company may be at risk.
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Honda introduces a hybrid teakettle that can also compete in the Japanese Super GT

Honda's new advertisement might be a bit silly, but the NSX Concept-GT is serious business.

9 of the coolest cars from the Frankfurt Auto Show (and 1 hellacious truck)

The Frankfurt Auto Show saw numerous new production and concept car debuts, from hybrid sports cars to a tuned six-wheeled Mercedes off-roader.
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5 things we learned from the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show

Outside of the outlandish concept cars and the flash of new models, what trends caught our eye this year at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show? Here's a list.
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Grey market cars: Everything you need to know to avoid seeing your ride get crushed

Grey market cars are illegally imported vehicles that don't meet U.S. safety and emissions standards. They're the forbidden fruit of the car world.
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Cheap to drive and finally cheap to own: Comparing the new crop of affordable EVs

From the Chevrolet Volt to the Honda Fit EV, the pricing for electric vehicles continues to drop as companies continue to make strides with the technology. But is it enough to entice more people to buy the cars?

Everything you need to know about the Acura NSX hybrid supercar

The Acura NSX is one of the most anticipated cars of the next few years. Here's your ultimate guide to this extraordinary hybrid supercar.
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What spins your wheels? Drivetrain technology explained

You’ve chosen a powerful V8 engine, or perhaps an economical hybrid, but there is still an important question: What should that engine be attached too?

Top 5 cars that women love

Despite what you might think about the sexual magnetism of your car, truck or SUV, chances are good it’s not working.

So uncool they’re now cool: Top 5 cars for hipsters

As much as hipsters might not want to admit it, owning a car is virtually essential. Here's the list of of cars so uncool they're now hipster cool.
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What’s next for the electric car? Wireless power, lithium-air batteries and more

NHTSA drafts guidelines to minimize distracted driving, but carmakers don’t have to follow them

Distracted driving is becoming more of an issue as cars become more like smartphones, but will voluntary guidelines cure the problem?

Audi A3 now puts cost savings for gas at driver’s fingertips

In addition to locating the cheapest, Audi’s new Refuelling Stop service also considers the type of fuel different Audi vehicles use when identifying the filing stations.
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Cars or smartphones: Which will win Millennials’ hearts – and wallets?

The car as a mobile device: The perks and pitfalls of increased car connectivity

Mr. Trump, your truck is ready: Dartz tricks out the already over-the-top Mercedes G63 AMG 6X6

Extreme off-roading has never before looked so gaudy.
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Hey Honda, where are the new ‘classic’ bikes? Modern tech can make them great – again