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Zero Labs electric Ford Bronco

This vintage Ford Bronco off-roader has a modern electric powertrain

Zero Labs took a classic Ford Bronco and replaced its gasoline engine with an electric motor and lithium-ion battery pack. So you get the style and off-road capability of a Bronco, but with zero emissions. Zero Labs hasn't disclosed a price or on-sale date for the electric Ford Bronco.
2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO

The 2020 Nissan GT-R Nismo sheds weight, uses racing tricks to stay sharp

The 2020 Nissan GT-R Nismo isn't dramatically different from the 2019 model, but Nissan made changes where it counts. The updated GT-R Nismo is lighter and offers better aerodynamic performance, according to Nissan. It was unveiled at the 2019 New York Auto Show.
volkswagen tarok pickup truck concept 2019 new york auto show

Would you buy the Tarok compact pickup truck? Volkswagen wants to know

The Volkswagen Tarok pickup truck concept will make its United States debut at the 2019 New York Auto Show. The truck first appeared at the 2018 Sao Paulo Auto Show, and VW wants to see what U.S. buyers think of it. Volkswagen has been teasing a U.S.-market pickup truck for awhile.
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC coupe

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 HabaNiro concept

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.
Kia Stinger GTS

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.
2020 Acura TLX PMC Edition

2020 Acura TLX PMC Edition is an ordinary sedan built in a supercar factory

What's so special about the 2020 Acura TLX PMC Edition? It's built at the Acura Performance Manufacturing Center, the Ohio factory that makes the NSX supercar. The TLX PMC Edition debuts at the 2019 New York Auto Show. Acura is also planning a PMC Edition of the MDX crossover.
2019 Audi TT RS

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.
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Ford Mustang EcoBoost upgrade pulls serious performance from 4 cylinders

The 2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost gets a new "High Performance Package" that boosts output from the 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine to 330 horsepower, and adds suspension and brake upgrades. The performance package will be available this fall.
2020 Ford Escape

2020 Ford Escape gets sleeker styling, greener powertrains, more tech

The 2020 Ford Escape gets redesigned for the first time since the 2013 model year. Ford brought back the hybrid powertrain, and is adding a plug-in hybrid option for the first time. The 2020 Ford Escape also gets an available head-up display and digital instrument cluster.
Genesis Mint concept

Genesis’ all-electric Mint concept proves small cars can still be stylish

Unveiled ahead of the 2019 New York Auto Show, the Genesis Mint concept is a future electric city car with scissor doors in place of a traditional hatchback. Genesis likely won't put it into production, however. The luxury brand's next model will likely be an SUV.
2020 Lincoln Corsair

2020 Lincoln Corsair crossover is small in size, but big on luxury

The 2020 Lincoln Corsair made its public debut at the 2019 New York Auto Show. It replaces the MKC as the smallest crossover in Lincoln's lineup and shares underpinnings with the 2020 Ford Escape. Lincoln gave the Corsair features from the Aviator and Navigator for an upscale feel.
Karma SC1 Vision concept

Karma Automotive unveils two head-turning concept cars, quicker 2020 Revero GT

Karma Automotive brought three new cars to the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show, including a long overdue redesigned version of its Revero plug-in hybrid and an all-electric concept car. Karma Automotive is the former Fisker Automotive, reconstituted from bankruptcy in 2014.
Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger Stars & Stripes Editions

Dodge gets patriotic with Stars & Stripes Editions of Challenger and Charger

Dodge is waving the flag with military-themed special editions of the Challenger and Charger. The Stars & Stripes Editions debut at the 2019 New York Auto Show and will be available to order in May. Dodge will offer the package on GT, R/T, and Scat Pack Challenger and Charger models.
2020 Audi S7 (European spec)

2020 Audi S6 and S7 aim to boost performance without sacrificing fuel economy

The 2020 Audi S6 and S7 are sportier versions of the Audi A6 sedan and A7 fastback, respectively. Both cars use a mild-hybrid powertrain, which generates 450 horsepower in U.S. spec. U.S. cars get a gasoline engine, but other markets will get a diesel instead.
Infiniti Qs Inspiration concept

Infiniti Qs Inspiration concept is yet another tease of future electrified cars

The Infiniti Qs Inspiration sports sedan concept will debut at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show. Infiniti said it was designed for electrified powertrains, meaning hybrid or all-electric. The sedan is the latest in a series of Infiniti concepts previewing future electrified models.
Voitures Extravert electric Porsche 911

Voitures Extravert is converting vintage Porsche 911s into all-electric cars

Voitures Extravert is a Dutch company that takes old Porsche 911 sports cars and updates them with electric powertrains.
Acura IndyCar

Acura will take the green flag in IndyCar, but just for one race

Acura will slap its logo onto an IndyCar racer for the first time since 1994. An Acura-liveried car will race in the NTT IndyCar Series Grand Prix of Long Beach. But the livery will be the only different thing about the car. Acura is making this one-off return to highlight its sponsorship of the race.
2020 Hyundai Sonata

New Hyundai digital key app lets drivers replace car keys with a smartphone

Hyundai is working to make key fobs a thing of the past. It is launching a smartphone app that allows owners to unlock their car doors and start the engine. This digital key will be available this fall on the 2020 Hyundai Sonata midsize sedan. Hyundai says the app will be useful for car sharing and in-car delivery.
2020 Jeep Gladiator

Hellcat engine fits in the Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler, but there’s an issue

The 6.2-liter supercharged V8 Hellcat engine fits in the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator, Jeep boss Tim Kuniskis confirmed in an interview with Australian media. But the fit would be too tight to pass federal crash tests, he said. That effectively nixes the idea of Jeep offering the Hellcat in either vehicle.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid review

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid review

The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid stands out as the Japanese automaker's first production plug-in hybrid model. It borrows its powertrain technology from Toyota, but it manages to still feel like a true Subaru. Is this Subaru-Toyota team effort a good plug-in hybrid? Hop along for the ride as we find out.
2019 Mazda 6

2019 Mazda 6 sedan drops manual transmission, adds more standard tech features

The 2019 Mazda 6 midsize sedan loses one of the main ingredients that made it a good driver's car: The manual transmission. Demand was too low to justify keeping the stick shift, according to Mazda. The 2019 Mazda 6 continues to move upmarket with more standard tech features.
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2019 Mercedes-AMG E53 coupe first drive review

The 2019 E53 is part of new line of mild-hybrid models from Mercedes-Benz’s AMG performance division. It’s less aggressive than most other AMG models, but also more approachable. But can good road manners and better gas mileage live in harmony with the sporty character expected from a true Mercedes-AMG car?
2020 Toyota Supra

Toyota Supra is more efficient than its swoopy body, straight-six engine suggest

The 2020 Toyota Supra made its long-awaited debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. The resurrected sports car, famous for a role in The Fast and the Furious, goes on sale in the U.S. this summer. The 2020 Supra, code-named A90, shares a platform with the 2019 BMW Z4 sports car.
2020 Lincoln Aviator

Lincoln Aviator’s 28-speaker audio system gives new meaning to surround sound

The 2020 Lincoln Aviator takes flight at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. Lincoln's latest SUV packs a 450-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain and numerous new tech features and driver aids. The Aviator goes on sale in the United States in China next year as a 2020 model.
FIA World Rallycross Championship

Electric cars will play in the dirt in upcoming Projekt E racing series

The FIA World Rallycross Championship is adding a companion series for electric cars called Projekt E. It will add a whole new dimension to the nascent category of electric racing. Electric cars will compete on the same circuits as conventional internal-combustion rallycross cars.
Volkswagen e-Golf autonomous prototype Hamburg

Volkswagen puts self-driving cars to the test on the streets of German city

Volkswagen is testing prototype self-driving cars in Hamburg. The automaker claims this is the first test of autonomous cars on the streets of a major German city. Five self-driving cars operate with human safety drivers on board. VW is working with Hamburg's government on other tech initiatives.
Volvo S60, V60, XC60 Polestar Engineered

415-hp Polestar-engineered powertrains coming to 2020 Volvo V60 and XC60

The Polestar Engineered upgrade originally offered on the 2019 Volvo S60 sedan will be available on the V60 wagon and XC60 crossover for the 2020 model year. Changes to the T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain yield 415 horsepower. Volvo didn't discuss pricing or any other availability details.
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Vive la France: Peugeot shifts its American comeback plans into high gear

French automaker Peugeot will return to the United States after more than two decades away. Parent company Groupe PSA previously discussed a U.S. return for one of its brands, but would not confirm which one until now. Peugeot planned to return to America by 2026, but it's moving much faster than expected.
2019 Subaru Forester review

2019 Subaru Forester Touring review

The 2019 Subaru Forester is the latest version of one of the most popular compact crossovers, boasting new technology, and riding on the same modular Subaru Global Platform as the Impreza, Crosstrek, and Ascent. But how does the Forester fare against hot-selling rivals like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4?
Volvo XC40

The compact XC40 crossover will kick off Volvo’s electric-car push

The Volvo XC40 will get an electric powertrain option, according to a new report. The electric version will be unveiled later this year, and go on sale in 2020. The XC40 will be the Volvo brand's first mass-market electric car, but the related Polestar 2 will launch around the same time.
2020 Jeep Gladiator

2020 Jeep Gladiator first drive review

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has generated lots of hype, but is a pickup truck based on the Wrangler a good idea? When designing the Gladiator, Jeep set out to make a vehicle that was more than just a Wrangler with an added pickup bed. It wanted to make a proper midsize truck. Ride with us as we put it through its paces.
Kia Mohave Masterpiece concept

Kia’s latest SUV concept sports a grille worthy of Hannibal Lecter

The Kia Mohave Masterpiece concept is a large SUV that, according to Kia, was designed with off-roading in mind. Will it enter production alongside Kia's other big SUV, the eight-seat Telluride? Kia unveiled the Mohave Masterpiece concept at the 2019 Seoul Motor Show.
NuTonomy self-driving car Boston

Aptiv releases massive self-driving car data set, aiming to boost safety research

Aptiv and its NuTonomy division are releasing a data set from self-driving car sensors in order to aid research. Data comes from real-world testing of self-driving cars in Boston and Singapore. Aptiv claims this is the largest dataset of its kind to be made available to the public.