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Volvo Drive-E gasoline engines: V8 power, hybrid-like fuel-efficiency

The Volvo Drive-E engines seek to improve the efficiency of internal combustion technology, and could form the basis for hybrid powertrains.
Cars Car News

Chinese-built Trumpchi E-jet plug-in hybrid to debut in new Transformers movie

The Trumpchi E-jet plug-in hybrid concept from the 2013 Detroit auto show will have a role in the fourth Transformers movie, due out next year.
Cars Car News

Feeling blue: Bluebird DC50 electric sports car delayed until 2014

The Bluebird DC50 is meant to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Donald Campbell's twin speed record victories.
Cars Car News

Downright Un-American: Infiniti to ‘de-Americanize’ in order to thrive

Infiniti needs to move away from large engines and and build a more upscale lineup in order to compete with other luxury brands, its leaders say.
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Caterham AeroSeven concept is a blast from the future

The Caterham AeroSeven previews a radically new production car from the company that makes the classic Seven sports car.
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Could Tesla’s electric-electric hybrid powertrain eliminate range anxiety?

Tesla Motors patented a hybrid system that uses a metal-air battery pack as a range extender. Could it be the solution to range anxiety?
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Re-born from jets? Saab production restarts in Sweden – but EVs will have to wait

After nearly three years of dormancy, a Saab 9-3 sedan rolled off the assembly line in Sweden today.
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YouTube poised for slew of new car crash videos as deliveries of the 2014 Corvette Stingray begin

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will soon make it into customer hands. Cars are being shipped from the Bowling Green plant this week.
Cars Car News

Bugatti Veyron who? British brand Keating claims 340 mph from its Bolt supercar

The Keating Bolt, a new supercar from Britain, aims to topple the Bugatti Veyron with a mind-boggling 340 mph top speed.
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Coda Cars is selling leftover EVs – but should you buy one?

Coda Automotive's electric sedan is back, sort of. Coda Cars is selling leftover inventory from the defunct electric car brand.
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Alfa Romeo Disco Volante concept

Tired of your Alfa Romeo 8C? Have it converted to a Disco Volante!

The Alfa Romeo Disco Volante concept car from the 2012 Geneva Motor is headed to production. Touring will build the cars based on 8C Competitzione chassis.
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Hennessey HPE700: When a McLaren MP4-12C just isn’t good enough

The Hennessey HPE700 is a McLaren 12C on steroids. Tweaks to the engine yield 700 hp and a 2.8 second 0 to 60 mph time.
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Mercedes S500 Intelligent Drive

Mercedes shows off fully autonomous S-Class, promises production version by 2020

Autonomous cars could be in showrooms by 2020, if Mercedes-Benz has its way. The carmaker's S500 Intelligent Drive prototype drove 60 miles on its own.
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9 of the coolest cars from the Frankfurt Auto Show (and 1 hellacious truck)

The Frankfurt Auto Show saw numerous new production and concept car debuts, from hybrid sports cars to a tuned six-wheeled Mercedes off-roader.
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Frankfurt 2013: BMW X5 eDrive is a sensible counterpart to the flashy i8

The BMW X5 could be getting a plug-in hybrid variant in the future, although most eyes at the Frankfurt Motor Show were on the BMW i8 plug-in sports car.
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Frankfurt 2013: Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Squadra Corse is lean and mean

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Squadra Corse is yet another special edition of Lambo's soon-to-be-retired supercar.
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Frankfurt 2013: 2014 Porsche Panamera Diesel gets a power and speed boost

The Porsche Panamera Diesel is back with more horsepower and torque, but will Porsche fans be able to take such sacrilege?
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Frankfurt 2013: BMW finally unwraps i8 hybrid and it’s a high-tech beauty

After a long gestation, BMW finally unveiled the production version of its i8 plug-in hybrid sports car at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show.
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Frankfurt 2013: Top 5 hottest car debuts

The Frankfurt Motor Show kicks off auto show season with a variety of concept and production car debuts. Here are the five most likely to draw stares.
Cars Car Reviews

Frankfurt 2013: Faster, leaner Ferrari 458 Scuderia to debut

The Ferrari 458 Scuderia will be a hardcore version of the already-amazing 458 Italia super car.
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Frankfurt 2013: Forget about fun, BMW’s Concept X5 eDrive plug-in focuses on fuel-economy

At the Frankfurt Motor Show, BMW will unveil the Concept X5 eDrive, a plug-in hybrid version of its popular X5 luxury SUV.
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Volkswagen’s ‘Car-Net’ telematics system rats out teen drivers, takes on OnStar

Volkswagen Car-Net is an Onstar-style telematics system in a world of app-based infotainment systems. Can it compete? Or is Volkswagen behind the times?
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Honda links cars, pedestrians, and motorcycles with V2V tech

Honda V2V, or vehicle-to-vehicle communication tech, is being adapted to protect pedestrians and motorcyclists from potential collisions.
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Try not to wince as a Land Rover Defender gets crushed by U.S. Customs

This Land Rover Defender met a nasty end at the hands of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The illegal import made it to Baltimore but no further.
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Opel (Yes that Opel) creates buzz with the Monza concept

The Opel Monza concept features next-generation connectivity and a plug-in hybrid power train, all wrapped up in a sleek fastback coupe body.
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Google and Continental partner to develop self-driving cars

Self-driving cars will get a big boost when two of their biggest proponents, Google and Continental, enter into an alliance.
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Grey market cars: Everything you need to know to avoid seeing your ride get crushed

Grey market cars are illegally imported vehicles that don't meet U.S. safety and emissions standards. They're the forbidden fruit of the car world.
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Detroit Electric SP:01

Second time is not the charm as delays continue to plague Detroit Electric SP:01

Detroit Electric was supposed to put the Lotus Elise-based SP:01 into production this month, but it hasn't been able to find a place to build it.
Cars Car News

Lack of funds causes permanent pit stop for New Jersey’s Formula One race

The Formula One New Jersey raced scheduled for 2014 was cancelled due to lack of funds, Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone says.
Cars Car News

In fake commercial, Mercedes goes back in time to kill Hitler

Mercedes-Benz is not amused by a fake commercial produced by German film students, but the ad for its Collision Prevention Assist is going viral.
Cars Car News

Luxury takes a back seat in VŪHL’s 05 production-bound track car

The VŪHL 05, a minimalist track day car similar to the KTM X-Bow and BAC Mono, will be built in Mexico City. Deliveries begin later this year.
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Saab story: NEVS pushes back plans for Saab 9-3 EV, moves production to China

Saab is becoming an automotive zombie. Its new owner will build conventional versions of the dated 9-3 instead of the promised EV in China.
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Not so fast Tesla, NHTSA clarifies Model S crash test results

The Tesla Model S aced the NHTSA's battery of crash tests, but the government agency is taking issue with the carmaker's claim that it scored higher than 5.
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Video: 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo stays slippery at speed with moving active aerodynamics system

The 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo has many tech tricks up its sleeve, including an active aerodynamics package with adjustable front and rear spoilers.
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Ferrari 458 Speciale is a prancing horse with more attitude – and power

The Ferrari 458 Speciale is a hardcore version of the 458 Italia; already a great super car in its own right. The new version is both lighter and faster. It also clocked a 1:23.5 second lap around Ferrari’s Fiorano test track.
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New Toyota Supra could ditch turbos and stick shift for batteries and carbon fiber

The Toyota Supra could return from the dead in the next few years, but its friends probably won't recognize it because it could be a hybrid. Or?
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BMW M4 Coupe Concept’s styling pleases our eyes, but will its performance stir our souls?

The BMW M4 Coupe Concept previews the replacement for the M3 Coupe. The production version is set to wow audiences at the Detroit auto show in January.
Cars Car Reviews

Will Apple’s quest for dashboard dominance change in-car tech for the better?

Apple in-car tech is coming, but will it make automotive infotainment better? Cupertino and 12 carmakers are hoping it will.
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