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Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept

Here’s why a consultant created a fake electric Chevrolet coupe

The project was the brainchild of Matt Teske, who wanted to gauge buyers' reaction to an affordable electric Chevrolet coupe.
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Can an SVR-tuned Jaguar XF superwagon give the Audi RS6 a run for its money?

A new XF Sportbrake could be right around the corner, but Jaguar has announced that its entry-level XE sedan won't spawn a station wagon.
Donkervoort D8 GTO-RS

This Dutch roadster blurs the line between a race car and a street car

The Donkervoort D8 GTO-RS uses an Audi-sourced 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine that has been tweaked with input from Bosch.
2011 MINI Rocketman concept

A more miniature MINI could arrive with an electric drivetrain

The MINI Rocketman concept could launch as an EV, but the Superleggera concept's future is a lot more uncertain.
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This classic Ferrari is fast, silent, green, and maintenance-free

The electric Ferrari 308 is more powerful than a stock model -- it's maintenance-free, and it weighs just 150 pounds more.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S

Volkswagen’s 310-hp Golf GTI is the new king of the ‘Ring

The 310-horsepower Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S is the fastest front-wheel drive car ever to lap the Nurburgring.
2014 BMW M5

Here’s why BMW M believes going all-wheel drive is inevitable

BMW M will fit its most powerful cars with a rear-biased all-wheel drive system designed in-house.
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BMW’s 750d marks a major milestone in the history of the turbodiesel engine

Fitted to the BMW 750d, the 3.0-liter straight-six makes 394 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque.
2016 Volkswagen Amarok

Need to tow? Volkswagen’s updated Amarok offers more power than ever

The most noteworthy update is found under the hood, where the Volkswagen Amarok is offered with a V6 engine for the first time.
2017 BMW i3

BMW’s updated 2017 i3 aims to quell range anxiety

The BMW i3 can now drive for 114 miles on a single charge, even with the heater or the A/C on.
BMW i8 Protonic Red Edition

Will comprehensive updates be enough to boost sales of the futuristic BMW i8?

The updated BMW i8 will get a generous boost in power, more electric-only range, and a new look.
Mole Luce, Valentino concepts

Italian designer's take on the Tesla Model S is the wildest yet

Italy-based Mole will re-body existing electric cars -- like the Tesla Model S -- and manufacture its own models in small numbers.
Tesla Model 3

The Model 3 won’t be Tesla’s entry-level model for long

Elon Musk expects that almost everyone will be able to afford Tesla's fourth-generation models.
car brands that didnt make it triumph spitfire

A swing and a miss: ten car brands that didn’t make it

2017 Lexus IS teaser

Lexus’ entry-level IS sedan gets a shot of Botox in time for the Beijing show

The updated Lexus IS will receive a redesigned front fascia, and it might benefit from a few tweaks in the cabin.
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Could a V8-powered Maserati Levante topple the Porsche Cayenne Turbo?

Maserati's super-SUV hasn't been given the green light for production yet, but the company has already built several prototypes.
2016 Ford C-MAX Hybrid

Here’s why Ford isn’t building an EV with a 200-mile range

Ford believes that 100 miles of range is enough to suit the needs of a significant slice of the market for battery-powered compacts.
2016 Audi TT-S

Audi could build a mid-engined car on the next Porsche Boxster's platform

Tentatively called R6, Audi's mid-engined model will be positioned between the TT and the R8.
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Mamma mia! Fiat could launch a ‘copy’ of the Tesla Model 3 with a more Italian look

FCA's CEO, Sergio Marchionne, says his company will take on Tesla's recently unveiled Model 3 with a premium electric car if the Model 3 is profitable.
Volkswagen Beijing concept

Could this high-tech Volkswagen concept preview the next-generation Touareg?

Volkswagen's yet-unnamed Beijing concept is a large, premium SUV that could preview the next-generation Touareg.
vw beetle

Should we add the Volkswagen Beetle to the endangered species list?

Volkswagen's retro-inspired Beetle will allegedly be axed at the end of its life cycle because sales are low at best.
Aston Martin Vantage GT8

Go ahead, race your heart out in Aston Martin’s track-ready Vantage GT8

Limited to just 150 examples, the Aston Martin GT8 gets a more powerful engine, and a full body kit inspired by Aston's Le Mans racers.
2017 Subaru Forester

New tech makes Subaru's 2017 Forester safer and more dynamic to drive

The 2017 Subaru Forester is safer and more dynamic to drive thanks to new tech features, and it receives a subtle facelift.
2016 BMW X5 xDrive 40e

BMW’s third-gen X5 could get axed after just four years on the market

The next BMW X5 will arrive next year on a new platform that will make it lighter and more efficient than its predecessor.
Apple iCar rendering

Automotive and industrial designers imagine what Apple’s rumored car could look like

The Apple iCar will provide a unique experience for the driver and for the passengers.
Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration

Infiniti will stun show-goers in Beijing with a sporty crossover concept

Infiniti's QX Sport Inspiration likely previews the next generation of the QX70.
Peugeot 403 diesel

Germany wants to say ‘auf wiedersehen’ to old diesel-powered cars

Officials explain banning old diesels won't be mandatory, but it's a step toward reducing air pollution in Germany's most polluted cities.
Volkswagen Polo R sketch

Volkswagen takes advantage of new regulations to build a faster Polo rally car

The 2017 Volkswagen Polo R WRC gets a more aggressive-looking body kit, and a 380-horsepower turbo four.
Tesla Model X

Tesla's entry-level Model X gets more range and a higher base price

Tesla has replaced the entry-level Model X 70D with a 75D variant that offers more range at a higher price.
Tesla Model X

Seat safety: Tesla recalls 2,600 Model X crossovers to fix a seat hinge

Tesla explains the defective hinge can cause the third-row seat back to slide forward in the event of an accident.
2017 Tesla Model S leak

This could be our first look at Tesla's updated 2017 Model S

The 2017 Tesla Model S receives a new front fascia inspired by the Model X, and it appears to be fitted with mirror-mounted cameras.
Tesla Rainbow Road Easter Egg

How to display Mario Kart’s Rainbow Road on your Tesla dashboard

Tesla owners who activate Autopilot four times in quick succession can turn their instrument cluster into a Rainbow Road-inspired course.
Audi RS 4 Avant

An electric turbo could make the next Audi RS 4 Avant faster and more efficient

The next Audi RS 4 Avant will ditch the current model's naturally-aspirated V8 and adopt a 3.0-liter V6 fed by an electric turbocharger.
Audi A8 L extended

This one-off Audi A8 L redefines the term 'long-wheelbase'

Built over the course of a full year, the one-of-a-kind Audi A8 L extended stretches over 20 feet from bumper to bumper.