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Ferrari SP12 EC front three-quarter view

Ferrari SP12 EC: An Italian stallion designed for Eric Clapton

Clapton is a fan of the 1970s Ferrari 512 BB, so he had Maranello build him a new one.
GoldStorm Mercedes G-Class front three-quarter

Goldfinger’s new ride: GoldStorm Mercedes G-Class

German Special Customs tried to improve the styling of the G-Class, and while the end result is different, it's not better.

Next Mazda Miata could spawn a new Alfa Romeo sports car

Mazda and Fiat are joining forces to co-develop a small sports car. Someone should tell Dustin Hoffman.
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Lexus discontinues HS 250h hybrid

Slow sales caused by in-house competition killed this luxury hybrid.

Chevy SS: A ’60s muscle car for the 21st century

SS is like Chevy's AMG, and this new sedan looks like it will live up to the name.

Scion FR-S convertible on the way?

Dropping the top on Scion's sports car could attract much-needed attention to Toyota's "youth" brand.
Aston Martin Lagonda front three-quarter view

Aston Martin reaffirms plans to build Lagonda SUV

Aston is reviving its 2009 Geneva Motor Show concept to boost sales, especially in China.
2012 Mercedes Benz Actros

GPS-based cruise control could improve fuel economy

Mercedes-Benz's Predictive Powertrain Control could improve big rig fuel consumption by three percent, the company says
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Practical Performance: Edo Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG wagon

With 591 hp and a claimed 211 mph top speed, this is one cool station wagon.

Expert says tight engine packaging may have caused Fisker Karma fire

Fluid leaking on hot exhaust pipes may have caused a Karma to burn to the ground last week in Texas.

Mini John Cooper Works GP: The fastest Mini ever?

This turbocharged, track-tested hatchback proves that there is a Mini for everyone.

Aston Martin DBS Ultimate: The ultimate sports car?

The DBS Ultimate could be the last of its kind, but is it the best?

Volkswagen Hover Car: Is this the future of transportation?

In its People's Car Project, VW crowd-sourced ideas from Chinese customers. They came up with a floating disk powered by electromagnetism.

Jaguar XJ Speed Pack: the world’s fastest taxi?

Jaguar's big sedan will take passengers around Germany's infamous Nurburgring racetrack.

Toyota RAV4 EV to go on sale this summer

Toyota built the first electric SUV in 1997. Now it's building another one, with a little help from Tesla.

Is a universal EV charger on the way?

A new system combines four charging modes and is endorsed by eight automakers.

Ford Focus ST: 252 horsepower for $24,495

Until now, performance was the only thing missing from Ford's well-rounded Focus lineup.

Morgan three-wheeler: Is it a car, or a tricycle?

British sports car company Morgan made its first three-wheeler in 1911. Over 100 years later, nothing has changed.

Tushek Forego T700: Slovenian supercar takes on Lamborghini

This may only be Tushek's second car, but the Slovenian company thinks it can outperform the Lamborghini Aventador.

More than a pretty face: Bertone puts a Ferrari engine in its Nuccio concept car

Most concept cars are just showpieces, but Bertone says the rebuilt Nuccio can actually be driven.

Honda Concept C and Concept S make their Beijing debut

With a new sedan and minivan will help Honda hopes to gain traction in China.

Honda will recycle rare metals from hybrid car batteries

From tires to doors, most of your old clunker gets recycled. So why not recycle the batteries?

Icon concept takes MG in a radically new direction

Will this compact crossover revitalize a British brand known for nimble sports cars?

Will the next Ford Mustang look like a 2013 Fusion?

Ford could ditch the current Mustang's retro styling to attract younger buyers.

Nissan to export Leaf production to England

To increase its appeal in Europe, Nissan's electric car will get a new face and a new factory in Sunderland, England.

Rolls-Royce considers plug-in hybrid powertrain for future models

The British brand's customers won't give up their V12s, but they might get some electric assistance to keep up with emissions regulations.

New car average fuel economy sets record

New car average fuel economy for March 2012 was 24.1 mpg. That's an all-time high, according to the University of Michigan.

Honda will unveil two concept cars at Beijing

The Japanese company wants to increase sales by designing cars exclusively for the Chinese market.

2013 Porsche Cayenne GTS: Just the right amount of spiciness?

The GTS is the middle child in Porsche's family of SUVs, but is there room for a third Cayenne?

MV-1: CNG-powered van promises mobility for all

The MV-1 is the first vehicle designed for people in wheelchairs.

Study reveals favorite cars of major political parties

According to a Strategic Vision study, Democrats prefer small and efficient cars, Republicans prefer big and luxurious.

Toyota Hilux uses jet fuel to reach Antarctica

Modified Toyota pickups set a record for the longest polar expedition in history.

Takeri concept car previews next Mazda 6

The Mazda Takeri will make its North American debut at the New York Auto Show. Will its svelte styling and fuel-sipping diesel engine make it to production?

Infiniti will show an electric car concept at New York

The electric Infiniti, nicknamed LE, previews a production model based on the Nissan Leaf.

Go in style with a Rolls-Royce hearse

The Biemme Special Cars B12, based on the Rolls-Royce Phantom, could be the world's most expensive hearse.

GM and Volkswagen try to take down Tesla in a green version of the legendary Monte Carlo Rally

The Alternative Energy Monte Carlo Rally proves that eco-friendliness doesn't have to be boring.

West Coast Electric Highway will make EV drivers less anxious

The first phase of this chain of charging stations is open, and it could free electric vehicles from their short ranges.

Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG packs a supercar engine in a military chassis

Mercedes-AMG plans to shoehorn a 612 hp V12 into this former Army truck.