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Ghibli

Maserati’s Ghibli hangs on as the brand faces an uncertain future

The 2018 Maserati Ghibli features subtle styling tweaks and some new driver-assistance tech, but no other significant updates.
2017 Honda Civic hatchback

Hondata can make a base Civic turbo more powerful than the new Si

Hondata has a new software tune for the Civic's 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that provides up to 225 horsepower.
Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor

Ford’s jet-inspired Raptor truck is equal parts absurd and awesome

The Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor is a one-off custom Ford F-150 Raptor inspired by the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor jet fighter.
2017 Ford F-150 Raptor race truck

Ford’s 2017 F-150 Raptor raced at Baja, then drove straight home

A 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor completed the Baja 1000 off-road race, then drove about 400 miles back to its team's Arizona home base.
dodge demon drift pittsburgh pennzoil video feature

The Dodge Demon lives up to its name in this epic drifting video

A Dodge Demon terrorizes the streets of Pittsburgh in Pennzoil's latest promotional video. Buckle in for some sideways action.
Renault e.dams Formula E car

Nissan to join Formula E electric racing series next year, replacing Renault

Nissan will join the Formula E electric car race series in 2018. It will replace partner Renault in the championship.
Honda Urban EV concept

Honda Urban EV concept is a retro-looking electric car built for the city

The Honda Urban EV concept debuting at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show previews a new electric car that's set to launch in Europe in 2019.
2017 Ford Super Duty

First Drive: 2017 Ford Super Duty

The 2017 Ford Super Duty embraces tech like never before, but does that make it a better truck?
USSV Rhino GX Executive

USSV Rhino GX Executive is tough on the outside, luxurious on the inside

The USSV Rhino GX Executive is a mammoth SUV based on the Ford F-450 Super Duty pickup truck. It's basically a limo on steroids.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

First Ford GT and Corvette ZR1 sell for big bucks at auction

The first current-generation Ford GT and Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 built will be sold at the same auction, with proceeds going to charity.
2018 Volkswagen Passat GT

The limited-edition 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT wants to be a grown-up GTI

The 2018 Volkswagen Passat GT is a sportier version of VW's midsize sedan. It debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show.
Land Rover Defender Works V8

The iconic Land Rover Defender to make a limited but powerful comeback

The Land Rover Defender Works V8 is a limited edition being built to celebrate Land Rover's 70th anniversary.
2019 Ram 1500

2019 Ram 1500 goes hybrid in an effort to one-up its Detroit rivals

The 2019 Ram 1500 debuted at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with a new look, its first hybrid system, and more tech than ever.
Nissan Xmotion concept

Nissan Xmotion concept looks to stand out from the SUV crowd

The Nissan Xmotion concept debuting at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show offers a glimpse at the styling of the automaker's future SUVs.
Infiniti Q Inspiration concept

Infiniti Q Inspiration concept aims for efficiency, connectivity, and autonomy

The Infiniti Q Inspiration concept debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show, and previews future Infiniti luxury sedans.
EMotion

Fisker promises the EMotion EV will be as wild to drive as it is to look at

The Fisker EMotion will cost $129,000 in its ultimate form, which will boast 400 miles of range. The EMotion launches in 2019.
'Missing' 1948 Land Rover

The car that launched Land Rover spent almost 30 years hiding in a garden

The Land Rover that helped launch the brand at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show is getting some much-needed TLC.
Aptiv-Lyft self-driving car demonstration

Lyft and Aptiv will shuttle CES attendees around Vegas in self-driving cars

Aptiv and Lyft will offer rides in self-driving cars during CES 2018. Cars will take passengers to 20 destinations in Las Vegas.
Toyota Platform 3.0 self-driving car

Toyota Platform 3.0 self-driving car prototype has better vision, sleeker looks

Toyota will bring its latest-generation prototype autonomous car to CES 2018. It features better sensors than predecessor cars.
Roborace

Roborace self-driving race car gets an upgrade, but when will it actually race?

Roborace will use the Nvidia Pegasus AI platform for its self-driving race cars going forward, replacing the previous Drive PX 2 setup.
Bugatti Chiron offered for sale by Mecum Auctions

That was fast: A pair of Bugatti Chirons are already heading to auction

The Bugatti Chiron began deliveries less than a year ago, but at least two examples are already headed for auction.
Infiniti LE concept

Infiniti is the latest automaker to go all-in on electrification

Infiniti will offer a hybrid version of every car it makes by 2021, and launch its first all-electric car that same year.
Ford Mustang Bullitt

How the original ‘Bullitt’ Ford Mustang found its way back into the spotlight

One of two 1968 Ford Mustangs used in 'Bullitt' appeared at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show alongside the 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt.
Honda Insight Prototype

The Honda Insight, one of the original hybrids, returns as an ‘upscale’ sedan

The Honda Insight hybrid will return as what Honda calls an "upscale, stylish five-passenger sedan" in late 2018.
2019 Kia Forte

Kia Forte aims to impress jaded buyers with more style and tech

The 2019 Kia Forte debuts at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show with sleeker styling, a new powertrain, and more standard tech.
Dodge/SRT Bondurant Drag Racing School

Want to learn to drag race the Dodge Demon? School is now in session

Students can now learn to drag race the Dodge Demon at the Bob Bondurant School of High-Performance Driving.
OjO Electric Commuter Scooter

Ford OjO Commuter Scooter might be the smallest vehicle to wear the Blue Oval

The Ford OjO Commuter Scooter is a Ford-branded version of an OjO electric scooter that debuts at CES 2018.
tesla model 3

Tesla Model 3 deliveries hit 1,550 in Q4; production goal pushed back again

Tesla Model 3 deliveries hit 1,550 units in the fourth quarter of 2017 as the company announced a delay in its ramping up of production.
Nissan Brain-to-Vehicle technology

Nissan’s Brain-to-Vehicle tech lets you control your car with your thoughts

Nissan is experimenting with technology that reads brain activity in real time in order to improve automated systems.
2017 Porsche 919 Hybrid

Porsche’s 919 Hybrid screams out of the corners with electric all-wheel drive

The 2017 Porsche 919 Hybrid Le Mans race car incorporates new aerodynamic features and a 900-horsepower hybrid powertrain.
Aston Martin Vantage GT12 Roadster

Aston Martin builds Vantage GT12 Roadster for one demanding customer

The Aston Martin Vantage GT12 Roadster is a one-off convertible version of the Vantage GT12 commissioned by an Aston Martin customer.
Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk drag race screenshot

It’s Hellcat vs. Trackhawk in the ultimate Hemi-powered grudge match

A Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat and Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk face off in this epic drag race. See which one came out on top.
Mercedes-AMG GT four-door concept

Mercedes-AMG may hire Linkin Park to develop electric car sounds

Mercedes-Benz's AMG performance division may use Linkin Park to help develop sounds for future electric cars.
Porsche 901

How did the Porsche 911 get its name? You can thank Peugeot

The Porsche 911 was originally called the 901, but Porsche changed the name after a complaint from Peugeot.
Red Bull F1 car in London

Watch Formula One race cars tear up the streets of London

F1 Live London was staged in central London ahead of the 2017 British Grand Prix, with F1 cars driving up and down closed streets.
top tech stories uber

SoftBank investment is a long-awaited piece of good news for Uber

Uber and SoftBank have reached a deal that will see shareholders offer up 20 percent of the ride-sharing company to the Japanese firm.
Nio ES8

Chinese Nio ES8 electric SUV takes aim at Tesla with optional battery swapping

The Nio ES8 is an electric SUV aimed at the Tesla Model X that is now on sale in its maker's home country of China.
Nissan 350Z from "Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift"

Be the Drift King with this ‘Fast & Furious’ Nissan 350Z

The Nissan 350Z driven by the "Drift King" in 'The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift' is for sale, with an asking price of over $100K.