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chevrolet corvette stingray tops 200 mph with hennessey upgrades hpe600

With a toll road all to itself, Hennessey pushes its HPE600 Corvette Stingray past 200 mph

The first Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to top 200 mph was built by Hennessey Performance Engineering, and tested on Texas' fast State Highway 99.
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Nissan’s ‘bad boy’ 2015 24 Hours of Le Mans race car could have as many as 8 wheels

Nissan will enter the 2015 24 Hours of Le Mans with a radical new car to differentiate itself from rivals Audi, Porsche, and Toyota.
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Mercedes-Benz’s 2015 C-Class is all grown up, with plenty of toys for tech-happy buyers

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is growing up, with more sophisticated styling and plenty of technology for the 21st-century luxury car driver.
next mitsubishi lancer evolution could be a plug in hybrid

Will the mighty Mitsubishi Evo be powered by a 1.1-liter hybrid in its 11th generation?

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution may ditch the Lancer platform altogether, but gain a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
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A go-kart with go-fast stripes: MINI John Cooper Works Concept coming to Detroit

The MINI John Cooper Works will return in concept form at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, with sportier styling and, presumably, a sportier powertrain.
godsil manhattan v16 natural gas luxury coupe

Godsil Manhattan: Real car, or natural-gas V16 vaporware?

The Godsil Manhattan is an extraordinary car, but perhaps too extraordinary to ever see the light of day.
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The Best (and worst) Maserati cars of the past 100 years

Maserati turns 100 in 2014. Here are some of the best (and a few of the worst) automobiles from the legendary company.
lamborghini gallardo successor to be named huracan

Lamborghini to name next supercar ‘Huracan’, after Mayan god of fire, wind, and storms

The Lamborghini Gallardo successor set to debut next year could be named Huracan, which also means "hurricane" in Spanish.
rinspeed xchange concept preview

Rinspeed’s XchangE autonomous concept car allows driver’s to recline and enjoy a nap

The Rinspeed XchangE concept is designed for a future where self-driving cars are commonplace. It's basically a living room on wheels.
mclaren p13 entry level supercar confirmed teaser

McLaren’s next supercar will be the ‘entry-level’ P13 to compete with Audi’s R8

The McLaren P13 is a go. It will be the company's "entry-level" model, growing sales while giving owners plenty of McLaren tech.
hyundai announces n performance brand 2014 i20 wrc

The ‘N’ is for fast. Hyundai announces performance sub-brand

Hyundai will launch a new line of performance vehicles with the "N" badge, relying on experience from its World Rally Championship team.
gm to end holden production in 2017 2013 vf commodore ss

Despite a glimmer of hope, GM’s Australian arm, Holden, will end production in 2017

Holden will shut down Australian production in 2017, bringing the era of GM's big, rear-wheel drive Commodore to an end.
detroit auto show volvo to unveiled concept xc coupe teaser

Volvo enters Swedish automotive design Renascence with its Concept XC Coupe

At the Detroit Auto Show in January, Volvo will unveil the Concept XC Coupe, a stylish crossover that could preview the next XC90.
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The Teutonic twins are here! BMW’s 2014 M3 sedan and M4 coupe revealed

The 2014 BMW M3 sedan and 2014 M4 coupe were revealed in images leaked online. So far, they're exactly what fans expected.

BMW creates weird teaser video for the M3 sedan and M4 coupe

The BMW M3 sedan and M4 coupe are almost here, so BMW decided to torture fans with a new teaser video.
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It’s been a wild ride: Looking back at 50 years of Mustangs

The Ford Mustang has become an American icon, but its hallowed status was never assured. Here's 50 years of Mustang highs and lows.
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Ready for a next-gen Lexus LFA? Its successor could be based on LF-LC concept

A Lexus LFA successor could resemble the LF-LC concept from the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, if it gets built at all.
2015 Ford Mustang

Ford’s 2015 Mustang comes with secret … a ‘rocket launcher’ burnout control feature

The 2015 Ford Mustang will reportedly include a secret burnout control feature. Think of it as the immature person's launch control.
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Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 850 Brabus 6.0 is a supercar disguised as a station wagon

The Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG 850 Brabus 6.0 is a supercar disguised as a wagon. With 850 hp and a 217 mph top speed, you'd never know it had a tailgate.

Everything you need to know about the Acura NSX hybrid supercar

The Acura NSX is one of the most anticipated cars of the next few years. Here's your ultimate guide to this extraordinary hybrid supercar.
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Will Toyota unveil a Supra sports car concept at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show?

The Toyota Supra's resurrection has been forecast for some time, but the speculation may finally end at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
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Everything about Audi’s Detroit Auto Show concept is a mystery, even its name

At the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, Audi will unveil a small crossover concept with a green powertrain that could preview the 2016 Q1.
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Australian government says GM’s Holden division isn’t going anywhere

Holden, General Motors' Australian division, was rumored to be shuffling off the mortal coil. Australa's auto industry minister says "no."
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In true Porsche form, the Cayenne Platinum Edition is the base model … with all the stuff

The 2014 Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition is a base Cayenne with several popular options and a few bespoke cosmetic touches.
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Maserati, and tow truck drivers alike, celebrates 100 years of Italian automaking

Maserati turns 100 in 2014, and the Italian carmaker has a yearlong celebration planned. The main event will be a meeting of 250 cars in Modena, Italy.
saleen automotive confirms electric car plans s5s raptor

Mustang and supercar master Saleen dives into the world of performance EVs

Saleen Automotive announced that it will build an electric car. However, details are being kept under wraps for now.
red bull racing x2014 to debut in gran turismo 6

Red Bull Racing designs a swoopy, road-going Formula One racecar for Gran Turismo 6

For Gran Turismo 6, Red Bull Racing created a concept car like no other. The X2014 combines the styling of an F1 car with that of a jet fighter.
mahindra racing joins formula e

Indian automaker Mahindra won’t use its EV know-how for the 2014 Formula E racing series

Formula E's latest member is Mahindra Racing. The Indian carmaker is the latest of eight teams to join the electric-car racing series.
2015 bmw 5 series may get new platform more expressive styling 2014

BMW’s ‘Oberklasse’ 2016 5 Series will thankfully mark the end of the boring Bimmers

The 2016 BMW 5 Series will reportedly get a host of improvements, including more expressive styling, new engines, and a 48-volt electrical system.
maserati ghibli iihs top safety pick 2014

Safety obsessed madmen rejoice, as the Maserati Ghibli is named an IIHS ‘Top Safety Pick’

The Maserati Ghibli sedan was named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS. It should be a boon for Maserati, which is looking to boost sales.
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Just in time for snow, Chevrolet releases the Corvette Stingray Premiere Edition Convertible

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Premiered Edition Convertible is a special-edition model set to arrive in showrooms next year.
lamborghini gallardo production ends final leaves the factory

We wave goodbye as the last ‘entry-level’ Lambo, the Gallardo, rolls off production line

Lamborghini Gallardo production officially came to a close when a red LP570-4 Spyder Performante was ushered out of the factory. A replacement is expected.
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Polestar answers tens of Volvo nerds’ prayers, sending souped S60 and V60 into production

The Volvo S60 Polestar is finally going into mass production, and it will be joined by a V60 Polestar wagon. Both cars will be sold in the United States.
jaguar c x17 concept returns guangzhou motor show

The awkward-looking Jaguar C-X17 concept returns … but this time as a golden 5-seater

The Jaguar C-X17 concept will make its third auto show appearance in Guangzhou, China, wearing new gold paint and sporting an extra rear seat.
nhtsa proposes in car smartphone guidelines texting while driving

Just got a cool new app for your car? Yeah, the NHTSA might not let you use it

The NHTSA says it has the power to regulate smartphones used while driving, and plans to draft a set of voluntary guidelines for manufacturers.
2014 chevrolet corvette stingray vs srt viper

Mangle of American Muscle: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray vs 2014 SRT Viper

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray vs 2014 SRT Viper: Each has fans, history, and horsepower, but which is the greatest American sports car?
Mercedes_Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo concept front

You can’t buy this AMG Vision concept, but you can drive it in Gran Turismo – UPDATE

The Mercedes-Benz AMG Vision Gran Turismo concept was created specifically for the Gran Turismo 6 racing simulator. It will be in virtual garages soon.
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2014 Alpina B4 Biturbo: Alpina works its German magic on the BMW 4 Series

The 2014 BMW Alpina B4 Biturbo is Alpina's version of the new BMW 4 Series coupe. It debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show with 410 turbocharged horsepower.