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First Bugatti Veyron sells for $1.8 million at auction

The first Bugatti Veyron crossed the auction block during Monterey Car Week, selling for only slightly more than a new Veyron in 2005.
2015 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster

Lamborghini’s next limited-edition supercar could be a LaFerrari-fighting hybrid

Lamborghini is reportedly planning to unveil a hybrid supercar at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The car would be the latest of its limited editions.
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Jeep may be planning a successor to its unloved Compass SUV

The Jeep Compass may survive into a second generation. A new report says a redesigned Compass could debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show in March.
2016 Buick Lacrosse Sport Touring

Buick expands its Sport Touring trim to the LaCrosse, Regal, and Verano

Buick is expanding the Sport Touring trim level from the Encore crossover to the LaCrosse, Regal, and Verano sedans.
2017 Mercedes-Benz Coupe

Mercedes’ 2017 C-Class Coupe is as sleek as it is high tech

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe gets the same new platform and technology features as the C-Class sedan unveiled last year.
Acura NSX prototype at Mid-Ohio

Acura’s NSX hybrid supercar may race Stateside

The 2016 Acura NSX may soon morph into a GT3 or GTE-class race car that could appear in series in the U.S. sometime in the near future.
2016 Infiniti Q70 Premium Select Edition

Infiniti’s Q70 Premium Select Edition gives owners more to talk about

The 2016 Infiniti Q70 Premium Select Edition is essentially a trim package for the Q70 midsize luxury sedan, with special styling bits.
2016 Cadillac CT6

Leaving the nest: Cadillac will seek greater independence from GM, chief says

Cadillac will eventually publish its own financial results, and develop a dealer network distinct from other General Motors brands, its boss says.
2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger

Dodge goes back to 1970 with ‘Plum Crazy’ paint for the Challenger and Charger

The 2016 Dodge Challenger and Charger nod to their 1970s heritage with "Plum Crazy" paint, a classic color that's now available across their lineups.
2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug in Hybrid side badge

Can new Hyundai and Kia models end Toyota’s hybrid dominance?

Hyundai and Kia plan to launch a range of new green cars over the next four years, including dedicated hybrids aimed at the Toyota Prius.
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OnStar hacking issue resolved, General Motors says

The OnStar security vulnerability recently exposed by a hacker has been addressed, General Motors says, although other hacks are still possible.
2015 Volkswagen Touareg

Volkswagen’s Touareg Hybrid model won’t return for 2016

The Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid will be discontinued for 2016. The hybrid model was the most expensive Touareg, but not the most efficient.
Icona Vulcano

Icona Vulcano Titanium to debut at Pebble Beach

The Icona Vulcano Titanium is an updated version of the Chinese Icona Vulcano sports car that first appeared in 2013. It now sports a titanium body.
Koenigsegg One:1

Koenigsegg isn’t interested in speed records, founder says

Koenigsegg founder Christian von Koenigsegg says the company isn't interested in setting a top speed record, saying "usable performance" is more important.
Ford F-150

Ford’s F-150 borrows some transmission tech from the Mustang

The Ford F-150 features a sport mode for its six-speed automatic transmission that was borrowed from the decidedly sporty Mustang.
BMW M6 GT3

The camo will finally come off BMW’s M6 GT3 in Frankfurt

The BMW M6 GT3 will make its public debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, and replace the Z4 GT3 in sports-car racing next year.
2015 Ford Focus

Ford wants to turn commuting into a game with its Smart Mobility Game Challenge

The Ford Smart Mobility Game Challenge encourages game developers to turn commuting into a game, which could increase efficiency, Ford hopes.
Virgin Racing Formula E

Formula E lets teams choose their own powertrains

Formula E will allow its teams to choose their own powertrains for its second season, which gets underway in October in Beijing.
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It’s real! Lexus finally shows off its mag-lev hoverboard in action

The Lexus hoverboard gets put through its paces at a "hoverpark" testing area in Spain in the hands of a pro skateboarder.
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Lexus built a mag-lev hoverboard, but there’s one whopping catch

A Lexus hoverboard will be part of the brand's new publicity campaign. It uses magnetic levitation to float above a surface.
Rolls-Royce Wraith 'Inspired by Music'

This rock-themed Rolls has an 18-channel audio system that took 2 years to design

A Rolls-Royce Wraith special edition takes rock n' roll as its inspiration, and shows off Rolls-Royce's powerful optional Bespoke Audio system.
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Midnight Edition and Trail Boss

2016 Chevy Colorado gets stylized Trail Boss, Midnight Edition models

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup truck gets two new models, the Trail Boss and Midnight Edition, with their own special styling.
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Japanese companies want autonomous taxis ready in time for 2020 Olympics

Autonomous taxis could hit Tokyo streets in time for the 2020 Olympics, if two Japanese companies can follow through with a new plan.
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A rock crawling Bentley? Watch the Bentayga prove its off-road chops on the trail

The Bentley Bentayga SUV proves it really can go off road in a short teaser video released by Bentley.
2015 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster

Lamborghini may unveil new model at Pebble Beach

Lamborghini appears to be planning to unveil a new model at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, but reports differ on what it will be.
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OnStar hack can remotely unlock cars and start engines, GM claims to have a fix

OnStar is vulnerable to remote attacks, a researcher claims, but General Motors says it is already resolving the security issue.
Volkswagen MIB II infotainment system

VW’s next infotainment system will boast Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Volkswagen will launch a new infotainment system for its 2016 models, featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
Top Gear Live

Good news! Ex-Top Gear hosts Clarkson, Hammond, and May to do Amazon car show

Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May will make a car show for Amazon Prime, set to begin streaming next year.
Jaguar F-Pace

Jaguar’s F-Pace SUV gets torture tested ahead of Frankfurt debut

The Jaguar F-Pace undergoes extreme weather testing in Sweden and Dubai ahead of its debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
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Hyundai allows DIY Android Auto installations from a USB drive

Hyundai is offering a do-it-yourself option for Android Auto software installation. Owners can download the software off a Hyundai website.
Ferrari 488 Spider

Ferrari’s turbocharged 488 Spider will bring sound and fury to Frankfurt

The Ferrari 488 Spider is the convertible version of the turbocharged, mid-engined 488 GTB that debuted earlier this year.
Youxia X

Youxia X is an unflattering imitation of the Tesla Model S

The Youxia X is a new electric car from China that bears more than a passing resemblance to the Tesla Model S, but features some unusual gadgets too.
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax Diesel

Chevy’s 2016 Colorado Duramax Diesel is finally ready for work

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax Diesel is the long-awaited diesel version of Chevy's redesigned Colorado mid-size pickup truck.
2016 Audi TT (European model)

Will the A3 be the next model to get Audi’s ‘Virtual Cockpit’ display?

The Audi A3 could be the next model to get Audi's "Virtual Cockpit" display as part of an upcoming mid-cycle refresh.