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mercedes benz considers dropping us diesels 2017 gls 350d 026

Mercedes-Benz is pessimistic about the future of U.S. diesels

Mercedes-Benz is conducting market research to determine whether it is worthwhile to continue selling diesel cars in the U.S.
McLaren 570S Design Edition 1

McLaren’s 570S Design Editions aim for a distinctive but classy look

The McLaren 570S Design Editions feature elements from McLaren's vast personalization catalog, hand picked by the automaker's own designers.
Porsche 919 Hybrid

Porsche sweeps World Endurance Championship as Audi bows out

Porsche won both the Drivers' and Manufacturers' titles in the 2016 FIA World Endurance Championship, denying Audi final wins.
Volkswagen Chattanooga factory

As it works to recover from its diesel emissions scandal, VW will cut 30,000 jobs

Volkswagen will cut 30,000 jobs in Germany as it moves to recover from the "Dieselgate" emissions scandal and boost profits.
Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell

Forget cars, Toyota wants hydrogen fuel-cell commercial trucks

Toyota will conduct a feasibility study of hydrogen fuel-cell heavy-duty trucks in California, expanding the company's use of fuel cells.
Subaru VIZIV-7 concept

With seven seats in three rows, Subaru thinks big with its Viziv-7 SUV concept

The Subaru Viziv-7 concept previews a new midsize SUV Subaru plans to launch in North America in early 2018.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Alfa Romeo’s first SUV, the 2018 Stelvio, debuts in Los Angeles

The 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is Alfa's first-ever SUV. It debuts this week at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.
2017 Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition

Nissan’s Rogue One Star Wars Edition will take you to a galaxy far, far away

The 2017 Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition capitalizes on the upcoming film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, which hits theaters December 16.
Hyundai Ioniq autonomous concept

The hybrid and E.V. models were neat, but the latest Hyundai Ioniq drives itself

An autonomous Hyundai Ioniq debuted at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, and will appear at CES 2017 in January. Hyundai is also testing cars in South Korea.
2017 Porsche 911 RSR

Porsche radically reworked the 911 to create the RSR race car

The 2017 Porsche 911 RSR race car represents a radical departure from the 911 road car. It ditches the stock 911's rear-engined layout.
2017 Porsche Panamera

Porsche will add two more models to the 2017 Panamera lineup in LA

The 2017 Porsche Panamera lineup will expand again at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, where Porsche will debut Executive and base models.
Audi A5 Sportback

Audi makes up its mind: Carmaker to sell A5 and S5 Sportback models in the U.S.

The Audi A5 and S5 Sportback models will be sold in the U.S., Audi confirmed at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Honda Civic Si Prototype

Honda previews its next-generation Civic Si performance model in LA

The Honda Civic Si Prototype debuting at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show previews a production model that will go on sale next year.
2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO

Will Nissan’s 2017 Sentra NISMO usher in the return of the sporty Sentra?

The 2017 Nissan Sentra NISMO debuted at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show this week. It's Nissan's latest attempt at a sporty Sentra.
2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S

With 603hp and a ‘Drift Mode,’ Mercedes-AMG’s 2018 E63 S will destroy all tires

The 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 and E63 S debut next month at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show, and go on sale in the U.S. next summer.
2017 Mazda RT24-P

Mazda’s RT24-P race car pulls 600hp from a tiny four-cylinder engine

The 2017 Mazda RT24-P is Mazda's latest IMSA Prototype race car. It's built to the new Daytona Prototype international rules for the 2017 season.
2017 Mazda CX-5

Mazda’s 2017 CX-5 debuts in Los Angeles with sleeker new styling

The 2017 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover debuted at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show. The redesigned CX-5 features new styling and some additional tech.
Faraday Future FFZERO1 Concept

Work stops at Faraday Future's Nevada factory site, but CES is still a go

Faraday Future is negotiating with lead contractor AECOM to restart construction at its factory site in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
Lexus Sriracha IS

A Sriracha-seasoned Lexus aims to spice up your driving and your food

The Lexus Sriracha IS is a 2017 IS sedan customized to reference the popular spicy condiment. It debuts at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show.
2016 Nissan Leaf

California breaks ground on new electric car fast-charging corridor

DRIVEtheARC is a network of DC fast-charging stations for electric cars that just broke ground in California.
2012 Ram 3500

Chrysler and Cummins are latest companies accused of emissions cheating

Chrysler and Cummins were named in a class-action lawsuit alleging the two companies conspired to hide excess emissions from diesel pickup trucks.
Ford EcoSport

Ford's EcoSport mini SUV makes its North American debut in LA, will go on sale in 2018

The Ford EcoSport crossover that's been sold in international markets for years is coming to the U.S. in 2018, Ford confirmed at the L.A. Auto Show.
Ford EcoSport

Ford’s tiny EcoSport will make its US debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show

The Ford EcoSport subcompact crossover will make its U.S. debut at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show this week. It's been on sale in other countries for years.
2017 Chevrolet Spark Activ

Chevy’s 2017 Spark Activ mimics SUVs with rugged styling

The 2017 Chevrolet Spark Activ debuts this week at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show as a more rugged version of the Spark hatchback.
Ferrari F10 Formula One car

Ferrari doesn’t sell electric cars, but it may soon race them in Formula E

Ferrari is considering entering the Formula E electric-car race series, CEO Sergio Marchionne said recently. But the company has some conditions.
2017 Nissan Versa Note

Nissan’s 2017 Versa Note gets some plastic surgery ahead of L.A. debut

The 2017 Nissan Versa Note hatchback will debut at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show next weekend with updated styling and other minor tweaks.
1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

Chevy’s trashy Camaro IROC-Z may be the next big collectible, says Bloomberg

The Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z may be the next hot collector car, says Bloomberg. Values have increased significantly over the last few years.
Range Rover Sport on Alpine downhill ski course

Watch a Land Rover Range Rover Sport tackle an Alpine ski course

A Range Rover Sport tackled the legendary Inferno downhill ski race course in Switzerland, with former Top Gear Stig Ben Collins at the wheel.
2018 Toyota C-HR teaser

After many twists and turns, Toyota’s 2018 C-HR will appear in LA

The 2018 Toyota C-HR will debut in U.S.-spec production guise at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show later this month.
Ford cross traffic alert

Ford's new driver-assist technology closes in on full autonomy

Ford is developing more driver-assist tech, including a rear cross-traffic alert system, and a system that can autonomously park cars.
Volvo S90 pilot production in Daqing, China

Volvo set to shift production from Europe, build more cars in China

Volvo will soon build cars spanning its entire lineup at three plants in China, as well as existing European plants and a new U.S. factory.
Ford Mustang GT4

The GT4 is the latest in a long line of Mustang race cars from Ford

The Ford Mustang GT4 replaces the Shelby GT350R-C as Ford's frontline Mustang race car. It was unveiled at the 2016 SEMA show in Las Vegas.
2016 Ford Police Interceptor Utility

Ford, Chevy, and Dodge square off in Michigan police car showdown

Police cars from Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge were pitted against each other in an annual test conducted by the Michigan State Police.
Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid land speed record car

This Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid just set a land speed record in Utah

A Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid recently set a land speed record for production-based hybrid vehicles at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.
Chevrolet Camaro SS Drag Race Development Program

Chevy launches all-out drag strip assault at SEMA with the 2017 COPO Camaro

The 2017 Chevrolet COPO Camaro debuted at SEMA, along with a Camaro SS test car for Chevy's new Drag Race Development Program.
Fisker EMotion

Henrik Fisker returns with the EMotion, a 400-mile EV coming in 2017

The Fisker EMotion is Henrik Fisker's promised 400-mile electric car. It will get a full reveal next year, with production starting sometime after that.
BMW M3 with M Performance Parts

Spruce up your Bimmer with a slew of new M Performance Parts from BMW

The BMW M Performance Parts lineup will expand at SEMA 2016, with several completely new items, and some new to the United States.
2017 Ford F-150 Raptor race truck

Ford’s 2017 F-150 Raptor will be put to the test in the Baja 1000

The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor will race in the 49th Baja 1000 November 16-20. That should be an appropriate test for the second-generation Raptor.