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General Motors Chevrolet Bolt EV

GM may be the next automaker to lose its electric car tax credit

Tesla's federal tax credit for electric cars is phasing out, and General Motors may be next. The Detroit automaker hit the 200,000-unit ceiling for the tax credit in late 2018, according to a new report. That means the credit amount will gradually decrease from the full $7,500.
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A red Tesla Model 3 at dusk.

Tesla cuts prices by $2,000 to offset reduced tax credit

Tesla cut the price of the Model S, Model 3, and Model X by $2,000 to compensate for the halving of its federal tax credit from $7,500 to $3,750. The tax credit is being phased out because Tesla has reached 200,000 electric car sales. Tesla also said it delivered 245,240 cars in 2018.
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SSC Tuatara walk around screen cap

See the elusive SSC Tuatara supercar show off for the camera

The SSC Tuatara was built to be the world's fastest production car, with a claimed top speed of 300 mph. Despite not quite being ready for prime time, the Tuatara made a rare public appearance at a Connecticut dealership. SSC will compete against the Hennessey Venom F5 for the production car speed record.
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Bugatti Chiron

Watch a Bugatti Chiron hit 261 mph on a former space shuttle runway

The Bugatti Chiron has an (electronically limited) top speed of 261 mph, but most owners never get to experience that. See what it's like to max out one of the world's fastest supercars. Bugatti has hinted that the Chiron can go even faster, but hasn't conducted a top-speed test.
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2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback

Would you buy a performance version of the Toyota Corolla hatchback?

Toyota is open to a sporty Corolla hatchback that could rival the Honda Civic Type R or Hyundai Veloster N, according to a new report. But the model doesn't seem to be a priority for Toyota. The automaker is about to launch the highly anticipated Supra sports car, after all.
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McLaren 720S Spa 68

Special-edition McLaren 720S honors 50th anniversary of legendary racing victory

The McLaren 720S Spa 68 commemorates the company's first Formula One victory, which paved the way for McLaren's success as a race team and builder of supercars. Just three of these bright orange beauties will be sold. Two of the cars have already been spoken for, according to McLaren.
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Subaru WRX STI S209 teaser

Subaru is bringing the new special-edition WRX STI S209 to the U.S.

A new version of the Subaru WRX STI will make its public debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. Dubbed S209, it's the latest in a series of special editions from Japan that have never been offered in the United States before.
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2019 Chevrolet Montana

Chevrolet’s planned mini pickup truck will compete with Ford’s, but not in the U.S.

Chevrolet is reportedly planning a new compact pickup truck that could go head-to-head with a rumored Ford Focus-based pickup. But the new Chevy likely won't make it to the United States. The truck is expected to replace the aging Chevrolet Montana in Latin American markets.
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2020 Land Rover Defender

New Land Rover Defender gets unwrapped in 2019; U.S. sales start in 2020

The Land Rover Defender makes its highly anticipated return to production in 2020. Land Rover’s most iconic vehicle will also be sold in the United States for the first time in two decades. But will the new Defender live up to the hype, or should this SUV have stayed dead?
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Bugatti 3D-printed caliper

Watch as Bugatti torture-tests a 3D-printed titanium brake caliper

Bugatti turned to 3D-printing to make stronger, lighter brake calipers out of titanium. The 3D-printed caliper is still at the prototype stage, and it's being torture-tested ahead of its official release. It can withstand rotor temperatures of nearly 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit without warping or melting.
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Kia at CES 2019

Kia wants future autonomous cars to be able to read passengers’ emotions

Kia collaborated with the MIT Media Lab on a system that can recognize human emotions using artificial intelligence. The automaker believes this tech will be a valuable addition to self-driving cars. Kia will demonstrate the system, called READ, at CES 2019 in a mockup car interior.
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2019 Ford Ranger

2019 Ford Ranger first drive review

The 2019 Ford Ranger aims to be a tool for weekend adventures, and goes head-to-head with midsize pickup trucks from Chevrolet, Honda, Nissan, and Toyota. Ford hasn’t sold the Ranger in the United States since 2011, so it has to make up for lost time and win over buyers who may have defected to rival brands.
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Bloodhound SSC

1,000-mph Bloodhound supersonic car project finds a last-minute savior

The Bloodhound supersonic car (SSC) project has found a buyer. The project was going to be disbanded after running out of funds, but its assets were purchased by British businessman Ian Warhurst. That means Bloodhound's plan to reach 1,000 mph might still have a future.
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2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback review

In our first drive of the 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, we examine engine performance, transmission options, trim levels, and interior impressions. Both the SE and XSE are covered in detail, and photos and specifications. Advanced safety features and dashboard tech are highlighted.
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2020 Volkswagen Passat

Driving a prototype 2020 Passat at Volkswagen’s Arizona Proving Ground

Volkswagen’s Arizona Proving Ground is where new cars are torture tested, including the 2020 Passat midsize sedan. The new Passat and other models are subjected to Arizona’s sweltering summers, frozen in giant test chambers, and run for thousands of miles on test tracks.
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LM Industries’ autonomous shuttles head to Phoenix, Sacramento campuses

LM Industries will deploy Olli low-speed autonomous shuttles at school campuses in Arizona and California as part of its ongoing "fleet challenge," which asks local groups to propose uses for autonomous vehicles. The next challenge is open to entries in the Washington, D.C. area.
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Pininfarina Battista teaser

Pininfarina Battista is a 1,900-horsepower, 250-mph electric supercar

The Pininfarina Battista will be the first production car from famed Italian design firm Pininfarina. Named after company founder Battista Pininfarina, it has a claimed 1,900 horsepower and a $2.5 million price tag. Pininfarina plans to start customer deliveries in 2020.
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Ford Advanced Manufacturing Center

Ford’s new Shelby GT500 Mustang will have 3D-printed brake parts

Ford's new $45 million Advanced Manufacturing Center will focus on emerging technologies, including 3D printing. One of the staff's first jobs is to print parts for the 700-horsepower Shelby GT500 Mustang. The facility will also work with robots and virtual reality tech.
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Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign (production version)

Nissan and Italdesign’s GT-R50 concept will become a $1.1 million reality

The Nissan GT-R50 is a customized sports car built to celebrate the 50th anniversaries of both the GT-R and design firm Italdesign. Underneath the sleek bodywork sits a 710-horsepower engine fortified with race car components. Nissan and Italdesign will build 50 cars for customers.
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Rivian R1T side view

Rivian CEO R.J. Scaringe wants his startup to be the Patagonia of electric cars

Rivian is the latest startup hyping new electric cars. But unlike most other startups, Rivian is focusing on off-road vehicles. It launched an electric pickup truck and SUV at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. CEO R.J. Scaringe explains why Rivian chose these vehicles instead of luxury sedans or crossovers.
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2019 Nissan Murano

The 2019 Nissan Murano isn’t afraid to let you know it’s a crossover

The 2019 Nissan Murano gets minor styling changes and some new driver-assist tech. Will that be enough for this Nissan to match fresh new competition from Honda, Chevrolet, and Volkswagen? The 2019 Murano debuts at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, and goes on sale in December.
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Ferrari SP3JC

One-of-a-kind Ferrari SP3JC boasts a vintage aesthetic with a twist

The Ferrari SP3JC is a custom-built car made for a longtime Ferrari collector. The blue-and-white paint job was inspired by the customer's interest in pop art. The car itself is based on the Ferrari F12tdf. Ferrari often builds one-off cars and special editions for its most loyal customers.
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2019 Nissan Maxima

2019 Nissan Maxima gets more driver-assist tech, keeps aggressive styling

The 2019 Nissan Maxima gets minor styling tweaks and Nissan's Safety Shield 360 bundle of driver aids. But the big sedan is a long way from its glory days as a "four-door sports car." The 2019 Maxima debuts at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show and goes on sale in December.
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2019 BMW 3 Series

BMW’s 2020 M340i will show off mix of tech and luxury at the Los Angeles show

The 2020 3 Series represents the seventh generation of BMW's bread-and-butter luxury sedan. Where previous generations emphasized the driving experience, the 2020 3 Series focuses more on tech than ever before. Available features include a long list of electronic driving aids and BMW's new personal assistant.
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2019 BMW 8 Series convertible

BMW’s 8 Series convertible packs a twin-turbo V8, display screens galore

The 2019 BMW 8 Series convertible is the first drop-top version of BMW's two-door flagship ever. Like the 8 Series coupe, the convertible sports a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 and a long list of tech features. The convertibles debuts at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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2019 Toyota Prius

Thanks to all-wheel drive, the 2019 Toyota Prius is ready for winter

The 2019 Toyota Prius adds all-wheel drive as an option for the first time, which should expand the appeal of this quintessential hybrid car. But the updates may not extend far enough. The 2019 Toyota Prius makes its public debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, which begins on November 30.
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2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid delivers 50 mpg in a compact package

The 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid marks the first time a hybrid powertrain has been offered in Toyota's compact car over its 52-year history. The hybrid model is based on the updated 2020 Corolla sedan. Both new 2020 Toyota Corolla models debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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2019 Honda Passport ditches some seats, gains some ruggedness

The 2019 Honda Passport should look familiar, because it's basically a five-seat version of the existing Honda Pilot crossover. Honda claims the Passport is more rugged than its family-oriented stablemate. The Passport makes its public debut at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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Rivian R1S

Rivian’s all-electric, seven-seat R1S isn’t your typical family SUV

Electric-car startup Rivian's second vehicle is the R1S, a seven-seat SUV with a claimed 400-mile range. The R1S can also do zero to 60 mph in 3.0 seconds, according to Rivian, which hopes to start deliveries in 2020. The R1S will be launched alongside the R1T pickup truck.
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2018 Chevrolet Impala

General Motors purges factories, staff, vehicle lineup to fund future tech

General Motors is reducing staff and closing factories in a major cost-cutting plan meant to fund technologies like electric powertrains. GM will kill off the Chevrolet Impala, Volt, and Cruze, as well as the Buick LaCrosse, as part of the plan, leaving mostly trucks and SUVs remaining.
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Rivian R1T

Rivian R1T electric pickup boasts 400-mile range, supercar-baiting acceleration

The R1T electric pickup truck is the first vehicle from startup Rivian. Expected to enter production in 2020, it features one of the most impressive spec sheets of any recent vehicle. Rivian claims the R1T will offer up to 400 miles of range, and super-quick acceleration.
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Volvo Cars at Automobility LA - This is not a car

Volvo will be at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, but it won’t bring any cars

Volvo has declared that it won't unveil anything at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, and that its display at the show won't feature a single car. Instead, Volvo plans to focus on mobility services, partnerships with tech companies like Amazon and Google, and autonomous-driving tech.
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Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro teaser

With lessons learned from racing, Mercedes-AMG takes GT R sports car to next level

Mercedes-AMG keeps finding ways to make its GT sports car even more hardcore. If you thought the GT R variant was as good as it got, get ready for the GT R Pro, which will race into the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. Mercedes says the Pro was designed with lessons learned from racing.
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Lamborghini SC18

Drool over Lamborghini’s latest dream machine: The one-off SC18

The Lamborghini SC18 was built by the automaker's Squadra Corse racing department at the request of a customer. Based on the Lamborghini Aventador, it features upgraded aerodynamic aids and reduce weight. Lamborghini plans to build additional racing-inspired one-offs in the future.
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