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Is the revolutionary Tesla Semi dead? Some analysts believe so

With Tesla Motors and CEO Elon Musk caught up in a bit of a crazy media and PR whirlwind from launch issues with the Model 3, it seems that such troubles have market analysts and investors convinced that the electric vehicle company’s next biggest prospect, the Tesla Semi, may be dead.
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More than two dozen deaths linked to keyless ignition from engines being left on

A recent New York Times report found that more than two dozen people have died from carbon monoxide poisoning, while many others have been injured, after forgetting to turn off their engines, a result of keyless ignition systems that don't warn if an engine has been left running.
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The biggest carmakers are sitting out the 2019 Detroit Auto Show

Audi recently announced that it won’t have a presence at the 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the “motoring capital” of the U.S. The automaker joins Mercedes-Benz and BMW in sitting out from the Detroit auto show.
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UPS deliveries receive a cartoonish makeover with new electric trucks

The future is now! Or, at least it is for UPS and its latest announcement. The company just revealed its latest and greatest fleet of delivery vehicles: a new line of purpose-built, all-electric, compact minivans for urban deliveries in London and Paris.
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2018 Volkswagen T6 Transporter California first drive review

For our 2018 Volkswagen T6 Transporter California First Drive Review, we glamp out in SoCal for three days in a camper van not even sold in this country, to celebrate its 30th anniversary of the California trim. It is literally what camper van dreams are made of.
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Say hello to the new Lotus Exige Sport 410 — the middle child of the bunch

Lotus Cars Ltd. continues to expand with new sports cars and its latest reveal is the Exige Sport 410. It's a middle option between the 345 horsepower Exige Sport 350 and the track-focused 430 horsepower Exige Cup 430.
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Some details slip of a new BMW M5 Competition with more power

It seems some details about a new, harder-edged version of the already ridiculously fast BMW M5 (F90), dubbed the M5 Competition, surfaced somewhere down under in Australia, via some leaked dealer ordering information.
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Climbing (literally) behind the wheel of GMC’s All Mountain Concept

We get behind the wheel of GMC’s bonkers Sierra All Mountain Concept to see how it performs through the last bit of heavy snow up in Park City, Utah.
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2018 Ford F150 Power Stroke Diesel first drive review

In our 2018 Ford F150 Power Stroke Diesel first drive, we get behind the wheel of the first diesel-powered version of America’s best-selling vehicle as it answers the calls of many customers with a truly balanced compromise between fuel efficiency and comfort, without sacrificing utility.
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5 crazy technologies that make the 2018 GTC4Lusso the ultimate year-round Ferrari

We get behind the wheel of the 2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to get a feel for five technological innovations that make it a performance icon and the ultimate Ferrari for driving year-round in almost any weather. Simply put, it remains the benchmark for long-distance, super-luxurious grand tourers.
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The 2019 Lexus ES keeps with tradition but says bye-bye to inconspicuousness

The current sixth-generation Lexus ES, the company’s venerable and hugely popular front-wheel drive luxury sedan, just turned six this year. Within the automotive genus, specifically the passenger car species, that’s getting quite old, so Lexus has revealed a new model.
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Automobili Pininfarina will have a new all-electric hypercar by 2020

Automobili Pininfarina is the newest car venture from the world-famous Italian car design firm, following acquisition by India-based industrial conglomerate Mahindra Group. The company plans a new all-electric hypercar with a 0-60 time of less than two seconds and a top speed of over 250 mph.
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BMW’s Digital Day showcases automaker’s innovations in A.I. and 5G technology

BMW Group’s Digital Day, a sort of tech fair and outing held at its headquarters in Munich, gives the automaker an opportunity to showcase some of its latest developments and innovations in automotive technology. The focus at this year’s exhibition was increased intelligent vehicle connectivity.
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Lexus LS may get plug-in hybrid, EV, and hydrogen fuel cell variants

The latest and greatest Lexus LS launched with a new twin-turbo V6 and a hybrid variant. It may receive a more powerful hybrid version, a plug-in hybrid, an all-electric, and potentially even a hydrogen fuel cell variant in the span of its current generation over the next few years.
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Chevrolet now lets you pay for Shell gas right from the driver’s seat

Hate having to fumble for your wallet or plastic payment card just to get some gas in your tank? Chevrolet and Shell know your pain and have developed a solution. You can now pay for gas without even touching your wallet, but you still have to step outside to fill up your car's gas tank.
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Ford says its Mustang Cobra Jet dragster will do a ‘mid-8-second’ quarter mile

Trying to show up your friend’s Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Demon at the drag strip? Then Ford’s newest purpose-built Mustang Cobra Jet, will certainly help. It pays tribute to the original competition car from the 1968 National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)’s Winter Nationals.
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Cadillac CEO Johan de Nysschen unexpectedly departs amid tumult at luxury brand

General Motors unexpectedly announced that Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen is leaving, effective immediately. He came to Cadillac in August 2014 after making a name for himself at Audi. He is being succeeded by Steve Carlisle, who had been GM Canada's president and managing director.
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Volvo’s first-ever all-electric truck mutes deliveries and trash collection

Volvo Trucks is seeking to make noisy trash collection and urban deliveries more quiet and environmentally friendly with its new, first-ever, all-electric truck. It's called the FL Electric and represents the company's latest all-electric offering for large scale, heavy-duty commercial applications.
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Check out BMW’s new autonomous R&D center

BMW Group announced the official opening of its latest R&D facility in Unterschleißheim just north of Munich specifically for researching and developing autonomous driving tech, showcasing the automaker's transition into a “tech company.”
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A new Mercedes-Benz S-Class EV is in the works to battle the Tesla Model S

In the latest move to produce more electric vehicles, Mercedes-Benz has a new EV in the pipeline with its sights set directly for the Tesla Model S. Dubbed the "EQ S," it will be based of the new S-Class full-size sedan, as part of a plan introducing at least 50 new electrified models by 2022.
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Kia wants to solve one of the biggest problems with electric cars

Kia just announced the completion of its three-year pilot program developing a wireless fast-charging system for a fleet of Kia Soul EV prototypes. The current system won't be available to consumers, but hasn't ruled it out for future models.
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BMW Group and Daimler AG join forces for expanded transportation services

Two of Germany’s major automotive stalwarts, BMW Group and Daimler AG, appear to be breaking competitive traditions in order to join forces together to offer customers a single source for sustainable mobility services. both Daimler and BMW hope to help reduce traffic congestion, fatalities, and curb pollution issues.
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World’s first highway test facility for autonomous vehicles opens in Michigan

Th e American Center for Mobility has opened its new highway testing division at its facility in Michigan, enabling the testing of semiautonomous and autonomous driving technology in high-speed situations.
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Even performance cars are getting hybrid engines

Mercedes-AMG boss, Tobias Moers, recently confirmed the next-generation C63 AMG will feature a hybrid powertrain as automakers slowly but surely continue to transition towards an all-electric future.
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2018 N.Y. Auto Show: The hits and misses

Following Digital Trends' coverage of the 2018 New York International Auto Show, our cars team rounds up what they liked and didn't like from this year’s heavy list of reveals.
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Toyota and Subaru are developing a second-generation 86 sports coupe

Word is just in from The Japan Times that Toyota and Subaru are rebooting the beloved 86 sports coupe for a second generation. The two companies reportedly just commenced development for the next-gen model with plans to launch the car by 2021.
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The EPA rejects Obama-era ‘54.4 mpg by 2025’ automotive mandate

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency officially announced its rejection to renewing an Obama-era mandate requiring automakers to push for higher fuel economy standards on light vehicles.
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The bolder, edgier 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe arrives stateside

Entering its fourth generation, the new Santa Fe is completely new from the ground up with new powertrains, a new design, and a new platform.
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Acura shows off a sportier-looking MDX full-size crossover

Acura surprised us with a new A-Spec version of its venerable full-size crossover, the MDX. It also reconfirmed the revival of its loved Type-S line of high-performance modes
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Mercedes-AMG subtly updates its C 63 lineup for New York

Although just introduced in 2015, Mercedes-AMG implemented a mid-cycle refresh for its high-performance C-Class range, beginning with the C 63 coupe, cabriolet, and sedan. These updates will also be seen on the C 43 variants as well.
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The all-new Lexus UX crossover comes to America for the first time

After its reveal at the 2018 Geneva Auto Show, Lexus brought its all-new entry-level crossover to North America for the first time at the New York Auto Show. The UX and arrives on Lexus’ latest modular platform.
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2018 Nissan Armada Platinum review

In our 2018 Nissan Armada Platinum Review, we’re reminded that full-size SUVs are still a trend despite the push towards electric vehicles.
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The 2019 Subaru Forester enters fifth generation with a subtle makeover

The 2019 Subaru Forester arrived at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, entering its fifth generation with a complete, but subtle redesign from the ground up.
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A completely redesigned 2019 Acura RDX arrives in New York

At the 2018 New York International Auto Show, Acura revealed its third-generation RDX for 2019. It debuted at the Jacob Javits Convention Center with not just a completely new design from the ground up, but with an all-new A-Spec model as well.