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Mazzanti Evantra 771

Italy’s most obscure supercar just got more power and a wind-cheating body kit

The Mazzanti Evantra 771 gets -- you guessed it -- 771 horsepower as well as a new infotainment system and a more aerodynamic body kit.
McLaren 570S Track Pack

McLaren 570S owners can upgrade their cars with lightweight parts and trick tech

The track pack for the McLaren 570S includes an array of lightweight components and a trick telemetry app that helps drivers get faster.
BMW i3

Has BMW found a way to jump-start sales of the all-electric i3 city car?

BMW's i3 is expected to get a bigger battery that provides over 150 miles of range and a new look.
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE

Four auto industry rivals want to bring ultra-quick charging stations to Europe

The network will allow EV owners to drive long distances across Europe.
2017 Buick Envision

How Buick slashed the 2017 Envision crossover’s base price by nearly $10,000

The Buick Envision lineup gains three new trim levels that slash the crossover's base price, and a new naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
2015 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class

Mercedes-AMG could turn the next CLS into a full-blown Panamera-fighter

The Mercedes-Benz CLS' true successor will adopt the CLE nameplate, while the CLS will morph into a more upmarket sedan aimed at the Porsche Panamera.
Fisher-Price Ford Mustang GT

Ford's electric mini-Mustang brings traction control to the world of kiddie cars

Fisher-Price's newest Power Wheels boasts high-tech tech features, such as a stability control, traction control, and the sound of a real Ford Mustang V8.
Girfalco Azkarra

This bonkers three-wheeled EV wants to outpace the Polaris Slingshot

The Girfalco Azkarra S will come with all-wheel drive and a torque vectoring system.
2014 Maserati Alfieri concept

Maserati is going electric, but it doesn't want a piece of Tesla's market share

The stunning Alfieri concept that Maserati introduced in 2014 has received the green light for production.
Lotus Exige Sport 380

Lotus adds lightness and speed to build an Exige that preys on supercars

The Sport 380 comes out as the fastest Lotus Exige yet thanks in part to a supercharged 3.5-liter V6 engine tuned to generate 380 horsepower.
Cord 812

An iconic American brand is set for a comeback after 80 years on the shelf

Cord production could begin as early as next year, and it will be limited to no more than 325 cars annually.
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It's over: Volkswagen says it will never sell another diesel in the U.S.

Volkswagen's diesel offensive is over, but Audi could one day return to the segment with an oil-burning version of the Q7.
2017 Volvo V90

Volvo tuner Polestar will harness electrification to take on AMG and BMW M

Polestar is positioned as Volvo's performance division, but it will build faster variants of existing cars instead of designing stand-alone models.
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Mercedes is open to selling a truck in the U.S., but it won’t be anytime soon

The X-Class won't be offered in the U.S. when it debuts, but Mercedes-Benz hasn't completely turned its back on the pickup segment.
Qoros QamFree engine

Can Koenigsegg’s clever invention reinvent the internal combustion engine?

Koenigsegg's FreeValve technology replaces the camshaft with actuators that open individual valves.
ford electrified car offensive news details specs performance 16 mustang 3

Ford’s 2018 Mustang could get a trick suspension, lose an engine option

The Mustang's list of options will grow to include a 10-speed automatic, among other features, and Ford will allegedly deep-six the 3..7-liter V6.
2015 Volkswagen Amarok DoubleCab Highline

Volkswagen’s midsize pickup could arrive by the end of the decade

Diesel and pickups are on the agenda as Volkswagen's North American division finally gets more independence.
2017 Porsche 718 Boxster S First Drive

Why Porsche won't build smaller, more affordable cars any time soon

A downmarket move isn't happening, but Porsche will continue to launch new models.
2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR

Jaguar could completely reinvent the F-Type by moving the engine

Jaguar's top designer has revealed the company is weighing the pros and cons of making the next-generation F-Type mid-engined.
2017 MINI Countryman S E

The fifth member of the Mini lineup will run on batteries when it lands in 2019

Developing an EV is costly, and Mini explains the chances of seeing the Superleggera concept reach production have diminished.
Buick Velite

Buick throws its hat in the plug-in ring with the sleek Velite concept

The Buick Velite concept is powered by a performance-oriented plug-in hybrid drivetrain, and it might spawn a production car.
2017 Jeep Compass

Jeep finally gives the Compass crossover the makeover it deserves

A true world car, the 2017 Jeep Compass was developed to replace both the current model and the Patriot.
Acura Precision Cockpit

Acura gives us a glimpse at its new, Android-based infotainment system

The Acura Precision Concept gives us an early look at the Android-based infotainment system that will equip production models in the next few years.
2017 Volkswagen e-Golf

For 2017, Volkswagen's e-Golf boasts a longer driving range and more refinement

The 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf receives a new battery pack that provides about 50 percent more range, and a more powerful electric motor.
Mini Countryman

Mini’s new Countryman offers a sharp design and a plug-in hybrid drivetrain

Bigger than the outgoing model, the new Countryman gets a sharp design and it's available with Mini's first plug-in hybrid drivetrain.
Tesla Model S

Tesla just found a way to make the Model S P100D even more ludicrous

Once the update is ready, the Tesla Model S P100D will hit 60 mph from a stop in 2.4 seconds.
2018 Genesis G80 Sport

Genesis injects its G80 sedan with a dose of performance to lure enthusiasts

The Genesis G80 Sport relies on a 3.3-liter turbocharged V6 engine that makes 365 horsepower, and it benefits from a number of chassis upgrades.
2017 McLaren 570GT review

Why Ron Dennis had to step down after 35 years at the helm of McLaren

McLaren's head honcho explains he didn't want to leave, but he was forced out by rival shareholders after an internal argument.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

Chevrolet’s diesel-burning Colorado ZR2 is ready for the zombie apocalypse

Designed for the trail, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 gets a wider track, two inches of suspension lift, and model-specific bumpers on both ends.
Ram 1500 Mojave Sand Edition

New limited-edition models show the Ram truck’s different personalities

The first limited-edition Ram 1500 is off-road focused, while the second is a sport truck designed primarily for the street.
Volkswagen Passat GT concept

Volkswagen’s newest concept car is a Passat injected with GTI genes

The Volkswagen GT Concept features a VR6 engine that makes 280 horsepower and a lower, stiffer suspension.
2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio first drive

How nine new models will help Alfa Romeo become Italy’s answer to BMW

Alfa Romeo has outlined how it plans to emerge from one of the darkest eras of its history
Mercedes-Maybach S650 teaser

Maybach promises to make the Mercedes-Benz S600 Cabriolet even more lavish

Called S650, Maybach's convertible is a more lavish version of the existing Mercedes-Benz S600 Cabriolet.
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE

2016 Volkswagen Golf GTE first drive