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Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT vs hot rod

See how far performance cars have come in 60 years with this new vs. old drag race

Watch a Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT drag race its grandfather: a hot rod powered by a 1950s DeSoto Hemi V8 engine.
Brabus Rocket 900 Cabrio

Brabus 888-hp Rocket 900 Cabrio is a convertible with supercar-rivaling speed

The Brabus Rocket 900 Cabrio is a tuned version of the Mercedes-AMG S65. Brabus claims it's the world's fastest and most powerful convertible.
BMW i Vision Dynamics concept

BMW i Vision Dynamics concept could be Tesla’s worst nightmare

The BMW i Vision Dynamics concept shows what a long-range luxury electric car from BMW could look like.
BMW M8 GTE

BMW’s M8 coupe will head to the track to take on the world’s best

The BMW M8 GTE is a racing version of the upcoming BMW M8 coupe. It will spearhead BMW's return to Le Mans next year.
2018 Shelby 1000 Mustang

The 1,000-hp Shelby 1000 Mustang is so extreme, it’s not street legal

The Shelby 1000 Mustang returns, based on the 2015-2018 Mustang platform. This time, however, it isn't street legal.
Volkswagen Beetle Baja 1000

This classic Volkswagen Beetle will take on one of the world’s toughest races

Volkswagen is sponsoring a 1970 Beetle in the 2017 Baja 1000. The Beetle has a long history in this legendary race.
Bentley Continental GT3

You’ve never seen a Bentley like the stripped-down Continental GT3 race car

The Bentley Continental GT3 race car gets an update for 2018, switching to the redesigned Continental GT body shell.
2018 Infiniti QX80

2018 Infiniti QX80 gets a new face, more tech, better road manners

The updated 2018 Infiniti QX80 SUV boasts updated styling, more tech, and an increased focus on refinement.
Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro

Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro will be able to fight race cars on the track

The Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR Pro is a track-only version of the Aston Martin Valkyrie supercar, co-created with Red Bull Racing.
Fisker EMotion

Fisker claims future solid-state batteries could be recharged in one minute

Fisker has filed patents for solid-state battery technology, and hopes to get the new batteries into production by 2023.
Bentley Continental GT Speed Black Edition

Bentley Continental GT Speed gets more power, new Black Edition

The Bentley Continental GT Speed gets a little extra power, and a new Black Edition model, as Bentley continues to update the venerable design.
Bentley Continental 24

Bentley somehow made its Continental Supersports even more of an extrovert

The Bentley Continental 24 is a special edition of the Continental Supersports built to commemorate Bentley's racing activities.
AAA and Keolis self-driving shuttle in Las Vegas

Take in the sights in downtown Las Vegas in a Keolis self-driving shuttle

A self-driving shuttle service is launching in downtown Las Vegas under the auspices of AAA and transportation management company Keolis.
Audi e-tron FE04 Formula E race car

Audi e-tron FE04 electric race car represents a new era for the automaker

The Audi e-tron FE04 will be employed in the automaker's first season as a full-fledged Formula E competitor.
Aston Martin Valkyrie

Aston Martin’s AM-RB 001 supercar now has a name worth getting excited about

The Aston Martin AM-RB 001 supercar will be called Valkyrie, giving this collaboration with Red Bull Racing a suitably exciting name.
Red Bull F1 Aston Martin camper race

Watch Red Bull’s Formula One drivers put a wicked new spin on camping

Red Bull sent Formula One drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen onto a track in Aston Martin convertibles... with trailers attached.
Acura Pikes Peak 2017

Acura’s Pikes Peak race cars show what it takes to get up a mountain fast

Acura will return to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with NSX and TLX race cars, hoping for a repeat of last year's success.
Audi Q2 deep learning concept

This Audi showed off its self-parking capability at a Barcelona event

Audi demonstrated how machine learning could be used in self-driving cars with a model vehicle at the NIPS conference in Barcelona.
Apollo Intensa Emozione

Apollo Intensa Emozione is a 769-horsepower adrenaline shot

The Apollo Intensa Emozione is the latest supercar from Germany's Apollo Automobil. It's fast, extravagant, and exclusive.
analyst predicts apple car in 2021 concept 2

Will the Apple car be priced at a Tesla-rivaling $75k?

The Apple car could cost $75,000 and begin deliveries in 2021, a financial analyst who follows the company closely says.
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio police car

Italy’s Carabinieri gets a pair of Alfa Romeo Giulia police cars

Two Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio police cars will enter service with Italy's Carabinieri. They'll be used for "special operations."
2017 Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan’s Rear Door Alert honks the horn if you leave something in the back seat

Nissan Rear Door Alert is designed to prevent drivers from leaving things in the back seats of their cars. It launches next month.
Audi Aicon concept

Audi’s Aicon self-driving concept is a high-tech living room on wheels

The Audi Aicon concept is an autonomous electric car designed for a future where most people no longer drive.
Bentley Continental GT V8 S "Monster by Mulliner"

Bentley Continental GT ‘Monster by Mulliner’ makes some noise at CES 2016

A Bentley Continental GT V8 S with a custom Monster sound system was one of the many automotive exhibits at CES 2016.
"Hellcrate" Hellcat Hemi crate engine

Now you can put the 707-horsepower Hellcat engine in your next project car

Mopar is now offering the Hellcat 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 as a crate engine. The "Hellcrate" makes the same 707 hp as factory models.
Zagato IsoRivolta Vision Gran Turismo

Zagato IsoRivolta Vision Gran Turismo is a supercar fit for Bruce Wayne

The Zagato IsoRivolta Vision Gran Turismo is a concept car created for "Gran Turismo Sport." But Zagato will also build up to five real ones.
Best cars for new drivers

From microcars to pickups to hybrids, here are the best cars for new drivers

What are the best cars for new drivers? From SUVs to hatchbacks, and even electric cars, here are 10 possibilities.
2015 Porsche Cayenne Diesel

VW gets approval to modify 38,000 diesel SUVs as 'Dieselgate' continues

Modifications for Volkswagen 3.0-liter diesel SUVs have been approved by U.S. regulators, but they only apply to the newest models.
2019 Audi A7 Sportback

Redesigned Audi A7 Sportback refines a familiar shape, and a ton of new tech

The 2019 Audi A7 Sportback features more technology than ever, including standard mild-hybrid powertrains.
Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept

Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept is a high-performance electric SUV

The Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept shows what a performance-oriented electric SUV from the Japanese automaker could look like.
A Mercedes-Benz F1 car at the 2017 US Grand Prix.

Mercedes clinches fourth straight F1 constructors’ championship

Mercedes-Benz clinched its fourth straight Formula One constructors' championship at the 2017 United States Grand Prix.
best touring motorcycles

Ready to ride? These are the best touring motorcycles you can buy

If you're looking for a new ride, this year's lineup spans many makes and models. Here are some of the best touring motorcycles.
best drifting videos

The best drifting videos on the internet are smoky, brilliant, and mesmerizing

Drifting might be the perfect form of automotive art. Skeptical? The best drifting videos currently online might change your mind.
Blue Chevrolet Bolt being charged

Every automaker's electrification plans for the next few years explained

Most major automakers have ambitious electrification plans. Here's a roundup of those plans and their timelines.
2018 Nissan Rogue

Nissan ProPilot Assist tech makes U.S. debut on the 2018 Rogue

The Nissan ProPilot Assist driver-assist will launch in the U.S. on the 2018 Rogue, which arrives in showrooms later this month.
2017 Ford Focus ST by Blood Type Racing

Ford unleashes a fleet of tricked-out Focuses for SEMA 2017

Ford will bring four modified Focus hatchbacks to SEMA 2017, including three RS and one ST model customized by various aftermarket companies.
Terrafugia Transition

These weird cars show what happens when designers ignore the rulebook

These weird cars tried to buck convention with innovative designs and amazing abilities, but most are remembered as mere curiosities.
Aston Martin DB11 Volante

Aston Martin DB11 Volante is an impressive convertible grand tourer

The Aston Martin DB11 Volante convertible finally drops its top. Deliveries of the new convertible begin this spring.