VIDEO: MINI Cooper hits the water in Philly, then the magic happens
MINI Cooper’s weekend appearance at Philadelphia’s Schuylkill River festivities might not earn it a car of the year award. But it could wind up pulling down a boating title.
Will Fisker’s floundering leave early Karma buyers running on empty?
As Fisker fires most of its workforce and faces an uncertain future, Karma owners are left wondering how they’ll continue to drive their $90,000 cars. As it turns out, it might not be as grim as it looks.
Google Glass + Cadillac CTS-V + Monticello Motor Club = Snore fest
Google Glass must hinder visibility because the Fox host couldn’t drive the 556 horsepower CTS-V over 55 on “one of America’s longest and most challenging racetracks.”
Mitsubishi is so confident it solved its stinky PHEV battery issues, it doubles production
The production of Mitsubishi’s latest car, the plug-in hybrid Outlander was recently halted for an overheating battery issue. The Japanese automaker has said it has fixed the issue and is doubling production.
Relive racing glory with the Bentley Continental and Mulsanne Le Mans Limited Editions
The Le Mans Limited Edition models acknowledge Bentley's six victories at the storied French endurance race.
‘Ride The Future Tour’ aims to set three EV Guinness World Records, will take 43 days to do it
Designed to break three Guinness World Records, the Ride The Future Tour will travel nearly 3,000 miles in 43 days all without gasoline. If you think this sounds like a media-grabbing stunt, you’re probably right.
Sacrilege! Could Germany’s famous high-speed Autobahn roadways get a 75mph speed limit?
Although the Social Democratic Party has failed twice in attempt to have a speed limit imposed on Germany’s Autobahn, the fate of the group's latest attempt will ultimately be decided by voters.
VW running Amarok? Their R-Style pickup is gunning for the Ford F-150 Raptor
With the Amarok R-Style, Volkswagen proves that Ford doesn’t have a monopoly on hard-hitting pickup trucks designed for off-road racing. Powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine, the Amarok R-Style produces 270 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of…
Washington D.C. will be host to EV ‘Electric Sociability Run’ for the second time in just 99 years
99 years ago a group of electric vehicle owners gathered for a picnic and 14 mile drive, beginning in Washington, D.C. This month a new generation of EV enthusiasts will do the same. Promoted as a way to garner notoriety for electric cars, the electric car…
With R18-inspired A1 hatchback, Audi tries to connect the two extremes of its lineup
An Audi A1 with a new appearance package will pay tribute to the German brand's all-conquering R18 Le Mans prototype.
LG of South Korea bucks controversy and builds Chevy Volt batteries – in Michigan?
LG makes good on its production promise after returning $842,000 in federal stimulus money. The first product to receive the soon-to-be-manufactured batteries is the Chevrolet Volt.
On the road: Enough with the hybrids – mash some gas with the 2013 Mustang
Ford is gearing up for an all-new, supposedly high-tech update to the Mustang platform for it's 50th anniversary next year, so you should probably pass on this year's 2013 GT 5.0 version, right? Wrong.
Car making a weird noise? New portable ‘sound camera’ can help spot the cause
The SeeSV-S205 sound camera allows users to "see" sounds, making car troubleshooting much easier.
2013 Nissan Leaf is an IIHS Top Safety Pick (again)
The Nissan Leaf once again proves that EVs can be safe as well as efficient.
Aston Martin begins talks with Daimler on engine supply deal
Seeking to lower costs, Aston is knocking on the door of Daimler and the mad scientists at Mercedes-Benz AMG.