Volvo’s new app walks you through what to do after an accident
Volvo's Accident Advisor sends information on what to do after an accident directly to a driver's smartphone. Drivers can also use it to notify their insurance companies and find a repair shop. Volvo is making Accident Advisor available free of charge on all 2015.5 model year and newer vehicles.
The upcoming BMW M8 is dripping with new performance-focused tech
The BMW M8 will likely be the most luxurious BMW M performance model ever, and one of the most complex. Drivers will be able to adjust the feel of the brakes, and rejigger digital displays to minimize distraction. The BMW M8 will be available in coupe, convertible, and four-door Gran Coupe guises.
Leak gives an early sneak peek at Mercedes-AMG’s pocket rocket CLA45
The 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 was leaked on Mercedes' own German website. A photo of the rear of the sporty four-door appears in an online configurator for the lower-level AMG CLA35 model. Mercedes-AMG is expected to extract more than 400 hp from the CLA45, which is scheduled to debut later this year.
2019 Volkswagen Arteon first drive review
The 2019 Volkswagen Arteon is the German automaker’s new flagship sedan. It clothes familiar mechanical components and tech features in distinctive exterior styling unlike anything we’ve seen from VW recently. The Arteon is the latest in a long line of MQB-based Volkswagen models, and the most upscale to date.
This guy designed Nissan’s beastly GT-R. Here’s what he’s doing next
Known to fans as “Godzilla,” the Nissan GT-R is one of the most formidable performance cars around. Hiroshi Tamura is in charge of keeping this monster sports car in fire-breathing shape. He spoke with Digital Trends about what the future holds for the GT-R and 370Z, two cars that embody Nissan's performance ambitions.
2019 Honda HR-V Touring review
The 2019 Honda HR-V is part of a growing crop of subcompact crossovers. But while some competitors settle for cramped interiors and front-wheel drive, Honda made sure the HR-V was a true utility vehicle. For 2019, the HR-V adds Touring and Sport trim levels, as well as an updated infotainment system.
This 600-horsepower 2019 Shelby GT-S Mustang is the ultimate rental car
Shelby American developed this GT-S Mustang for the Sixt rental car company. Shelby has a long history of building high-performance Mustang rental cars for Hertz, but this is the first time it's worked with another company. The Sixt Mustang rental cars will be available in certain regions this summer.
Chinese automaker Zotye wants to start selling cars in the U.S. within two years
China's Zotye Automobile is aiming to launch its T600 small crossover in the United States in late 2020 or early 2021. The T600 could be the first Chinese-branded passenger car sold in the U.S. Other Chinese automakers are also eyeing the U.S. market, but Zotye is already signing up dealers.
2019 Ford F-150 RTR gets a light dose of off-road, style upgrades
Vaughn Gittin Jr.'s RTR Vehicles is turning its attention to the 2019 Ford F-150 pickup truck. RTR gave Ford's bestseller new suspension components and tires, as well as more extroverted exterior styling. The Ford F-150 already gets plenty of attention from tuners like Roush, Shelby, and Hennessey.
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC coupe gets a tech upgrade, keeps quirky styling
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC coupe debuts at the 2019 New York Auto Show with an upgraded infotainment system that incorporates Mercedes' digital assistant. The SUV launches later this year with turbocharged four-cylinder power. Mercedes-Benz will also roll out an updated GLC around the same time.
Kia’s HabaNiro concept is an autonomous electric car that knows when you’re sad
Debuting at the 2019 New York Auto Show, the Kia HabaNiro concept is supposed to preview the future of the everyday car. That future will include artificial intelligence tech that can read the driver's emotions, according to Kia. The HabaNiro's electric powertrain also provides 300 miles of range, Kia says.
With drift mode, Kia’s Stinger GTS lets you unleash your inner hooligan
Debuting at the 2019 New York Auto Show, the limited-edition Kia Stinger GTS gets a trick all-wheel drive system that should enable plenty of sideways action. But don't get your hopes up; only 800 buyers will get to try it. Kia will also offer the Stinger GTS in regular rear-wheel drive form.
2019 Audi TT RS gets subtle cosmetic surgery ahead of its trip to the Big Apple
The 2019 Audi TT RS gets a minor face-lift, but it keeps its signature turbocharged inline-five engine. The updated TT RS makes its United States debut at the 2019 New York Auto Show. The Audi TT is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, with a special-edition version also hitting showrooms.
