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Ford relaunches Fiesta Movement social media marketing campaign

The 2014 Ford Fiesta could get a sales boost from Ford's Fiesta Movement social media campaign, although it didn't help the current Fiesta.
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McLaren P1 will be a 916-horsepower hybrid

The McLaren P1 super car will be powered by a 3.8-liter, twin-turbocharged V8 and an electric motor, which will give the powertrain more flexibility.
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2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur flies high with new tech, new styling, and 616 hp

The 2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur boasts a more complete restyling than its GT and GTC siblings, plus new tech and a 616 hp W12.

Dutch boutique carmaker Spyker says its B6 concept car is the first step in a global resurgence

Spyker's Geneva Motor Show concept will preview a new model that could expand the Dutch boutique carmaker's appeal.

Think the 2014 Corvette Stingray is radical? Check out this 1964 XP-819 prototype

The 1964 Corvette XP-819, which is currently undergoing restoration, was rear-engined and featured the styling of the 1968 C3, but four years early.

Volvo’s Chinese owner could buy Fisker

Fisker Automotive's savior could be Geely, a Chinese car company that already owns Sweden's most famous automotive brand.

Is Gullwing America’s 300 SLC an automotive Frankenstein?

The Gullwing America 300 SLC combines the styling of a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SC with the chassis of a modern Mercedes SLS AMG.

V8 engine and rear-wheel drive make the 2014 Chevrolet SS a 21st century muscle car

The 2014 Chevrolet SS has all of the ingredients of a classic American performance car, including a 6.2-liter V8 and rear-wheel drive.
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Holden VF Commodore SS V previews Chevy’s SS muscle car

The Chevrolet SS isn't ready for the spotlight just yet, but it's Australian sibling offers a hint at what it will look like.

CNN drives a Tesla Model S from Washington, D.C. to Boston, no tow truck required

The Tesla Model S made it to Boston, shedding new light on the car's abilities amidst a heated feud between Tesla and the New York Times.

Tesla-New York Times dispute continues as reporter speaks out

Tesla Motors released data that seemed to contradict a negative review published by the Times, but reporter John Broder says that data was misinterpreted.

Can sporty hybrids burn rubber without burning too much gas?

Hybrid cars are known for being sensible, but not exciting. Is it possible to change that by making them more fun to drive?

Turn your classic car modern with RetroSound’s Model Two Bluetooth radio

The RetroSound Model Two sound system allows owners to retrofit their vintage cars with modern tech like Bluetooth and iPod connectivity.

Tesla CEO reveals evidence against New York Times’ damning assessment in blog post

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk is substantiating his claim that a recent test of the Model S by the New York Times' John Broder was "faked."

NYC mayor wants to give electric car drivers a place to park

Electric cars could be welcomed in historically car-unfriendly New York, if Mayor Bloomberg's proposal for 10,000 new charging stations comes to fruition.

With class in session, automakers finally get their social media report card

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Audi S3 Sportback: The Lord of the Rings produces a rival for the Mercedes A45 AMG

The Audi S3 Sportback is a small all-wheel drive hatchback with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, just like a certain Benz. Let the competition begin.

Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG: AMG’s hot hatch won’t come to the U.S., but its engine will

The Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG won't make it to the U.S., but its unusually powerful four-cylinder engine will, in the CLA45 AMG.

Manchester United players go green with Chevy Volts

Chevrolet Volts will find new homes in the garages of the famous football club's goalkeeper and midfielder, as part of a new sponsorship deal.

Tesla CEO responds to New York Times’ criticism of Model S range with angry tweets

Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk took to Twitter and CNBC after a New York Times reviewer criticized the Model S' poor cold weather performance.

AgeroView cloud software could help cars keep pace with ever-changing tech

AgeroView is designed to make automotive infotainment systems easier to update and customize, by moving apps off hard drives and into the cloud.

Redesigned Cadillac CTS coming to 2013 New York Auto Show

The Cadillac CTS, one of General Motors's biggest success of the last ten years, is about to enter its third generation.
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British GT Championship says Sony-Nissan GT Academy drivers are too fast to be amateurs

GT Academy, which puts talented Gran Turismo players in real cars, has run afoul of the British GT Championship's class rules.

How does an electric car get 99 miles per gallon? MPGe ratings explained

The MPGe rating is the official way of comparing gasoline and electric cars' fuel efficiency, but what does MPGe really mean?

Chicago Auto Show: SRT Core models make American muscle a little more affordable

The SRT Core models (Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Challenger) have the same Hemi engines as other models but come at a $4,000 to $5,000 discount.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet will have 261 hp, but won’t come to the U.S.

The Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet sounds like an entertaining ride but, unlike the Golf R hatch, it won't be available in the United States.

“Defiance” Dodge Charger makes the apocalypse look cool

A customized Dodge Charger, unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, will be one of the main automotive stars of the upcoming SyFy series Defiance.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR: This limited edition model is living in the past

The Volkswagen Beetle GSR, unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, is based on a special edition Beetle from the 1970s.

Vauxhall Adam Rocks concept: This off-road version of GM’s European city car rocks

The Vauxhall Adam Rocks concept is a small hatchback with the styling of an SUV, and it gets a convertible top for good measure.

2014 BMW 3 Series GT: Function triumphs over form in BMW’s high-roofed hatch

The 2014 BMW 3 Series GT is a more practical, but less stylish, version of BMW's bestselling sports sedan.
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Leaked photos reveal BMW’s 3 Series GT, but don’t explain what it is

The BMW 3 Series GT is basically a 3 Series hatchback, but does that sound like an attractive proposition to any potential BMW buyer?

Captain Planet Foundation and Fisker Automotive team up to fund environmental awareness

Fisker Automotive is raffling off a two-year lease of a Karma plug-in hybrid, benefitting Captain Planet Foundation's environmental education grants.

Cadillac’s planned update for CUE infotainment system should fix touchscreen lag

The Cadillac CUE system's unresponsive touchscreen will be cured with a dealer-installed software update, General Motors representatives say.

Tesla Model S beats Chevy Volt in drag race, surprising no one

The Tesla Model S easily beat the Chevy Volt, but that's what happens when a car with 149 horsepower takes on a car with 416.