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The Fast and the Frugal in the Big Apple: Five top trends from the 2013 New York Auto Show

All the New York Auto Show 2013 trends that are fit to upload.

Chevrolet’s fast and light Camaro Z/28 returns for track duty

The Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 revives a legendary name for what Chevy calls the most track-focused Camaro ever.

Ford launches Personalized Fuel Efficiency Apps Challenge – win $50,000!

Ford is looking to use technology to give consumers more accurate fuel economy data. At the 2013 New York Auto Show Jim Farley, Ford Executive vice president of global marketing, sales, service, and Lincoln announced the Personalized Fuel Efficiency Apps Challenge to spur creation of a better mpg calculator. The goal of the Challenge is […]
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NY Auto Show preview: Hybrid BMWs, twin-turbo Cadillacs, and more

The New York Auto Show will feature full-efficient hybrids like the Volvo V60 PHEV and BMW Concept Active Tourer, and tire smokers like the Jaguar XJR.

McLaren targets Porsche 911 Turbo with new P13 – and it’s only $200,000

McLaren will add a third sports car to its lineup in 2015 that will sell at a lower price and increase the company's sales volumes.

NY Auto Show preview: Shelby’s 1200bhp Mustang has the power of a Bugatti Veyron at 1/10th the cost

At the New York Auto Show, Shelby American will unveil the second iteration of its 1000 Mustang, this time with 1,200 street legal horsepower.
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New photos show us the Saab 9-3 that might have been

The Saab 9-3 went down with the rest of its Swedish creator in 2011, but these photos show us what it might have looked like if it went into production.

NY Auto Show preview: Audi teases A3 sedan before Big Apple debut

At the New York Auto Show, Audi will unveil a four-door sedan version of its compact A3 luxury car.

NY Auto Show preview: Scion’s tC coupe gets a needed refresh for 2014

At the New York Auto Show, Scion will show a refreshed version of its entry level tC coupe.
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Moab Safari concepts: Jeep unveils six automotive Easter eggs

The Jeep Easter Safari is annual off-roading party that includes a few concept vehicles. With five Wranglers and one Grand Cherokee, this year is no different.

BMW X4? What will the Bavarians do with yet another crossover?

The BMW X4 will be a sportier alternative to the X3, fulfilling the same role as the bigger X6.

NY Auto Show preview: Jaguar XJR roars with 550 hp

At the New York Auto Show, Jaguar will debut its latest sports sedan, the supercharged XJR.

NY Auto Show preview: Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid scheduled for American debut

Volvo's V60 plug-in diesel hybrid will make the trip across the pond for the New York Auto Show, but will Americans approve of this unique vehicle?

Jeep to celebrate Easter Safari at Moab with customized Wrangler and Grand Cherokee

Jeep's annual Easter Safari in Moab, Utah will include the Wrangler Slim and Grand Cherokee Trailhawk II, two off-roaders with plenty of cosmetic tweaks.
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Volvo pairs V60 plug-in diesel hybrid with On Call smartphone app

The Volvo V60 diesel plug-in hybrid will get a little smarter with an app that reminds the driver to plug in, and monitors the battery's charge.
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Detroit Electric: The grandaddy of all electric carmakers returns with a two-seat sports car

Detroit Electric, a manufacturer of electric cars dating back to 1907, will return with a new EV set to be unveiled at the Shanghai Motor Show in April.
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Obama’s Energy Security Trust would use $2 billion in oil lease revenues to fund green car tech

President Obama wants to use revenue earned from leasing drilling rights on public lands to fund research into alternative fuels.

NY Auto Show preview: 640hp SRT Viper TA has less luxury, more venom

The SRT Viper TA is a hardcore version of the fifth generation Viper, and will make its public debut at the 2013 New York Auto Show.

NY Auto Show preview: BMW 3 Series GT set to make U.S. debut

At the 2013 New York Auto Show, BMW will give Americans their first glimpse of the 3 Series Gran Turismo, a hatchback version of its popular luxury car.

‘Unpopular car’ problem? Carmakers’ lobby groups fight California Zero-Emission Vehicle mandate

California's Zero-Emission Vehicle mandate has come under attack because carmakers think people won't buy the green cars it requires them to make.

Volkswagen ‘e-up!’ EV debuts with 93-mile range and trick charging system

The Volkswagen e-up!, a pint-sized EV based on the company's up! city car, has arrived.

Mercedes-Benz AMG says no to hybrids, plans to continue building insane German muscle cars

Mercedes-Benz AMG won't build a hybrid exotic, despite the recent launch of the LaFerrari, McLaren P1, and Porsche 918 Spyder.

2014 Toyota Highlander: Toyota’s redesigned hybrid SUV to debut in New York

The 2014 Toyota Highlander will be one of a handful of hybrid SUVs on the market, giving buyers a more capacious way to go green.

Aventador ‘Lambo limo’ is an unholy supercar abomination

A Lamborghini Aventador limousine? It may sound insane, but a British company wants to make it happen.
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Fisker vs. Tesla: Two cutting-edge cars, two embattled companies

Fisker Automotive and Tesla Motors' green luxury cars are natural rivals, but neither company has proven that it can escape the fate of most startup car companies.

Rolls-Royce says “never say never” to a possible SUV

A Rolls-Royce SUV sounds about as likely as an Apple weed whacker, but company officials won't rule one out as long as it meets their high standards.
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Hyundai reveals new face of the 2014 Equus in teaser video

The 2014 Hyundai Equus is a facelifted version of the Korean brand's bargain luxury sedan, and is set to debut at the 2013 New York Auto Show.

Return of The One: BMW says ‘yes’ to 1 Series M Coupe successor

The BMW 1 Series M Coupe won enthusiasts' hearts when it launched in 2011, but was gone within a year. Now, BMW is working on a successor.

Vauxhall Ampera police car: Chevy Volt’s European cousin goes blue

The Vauxhall Ampera will be used as an "incident response vehicle" by Police Service Northern Ireland as part of a trail program.

Gas guzzler no more?: Lincoln Navigator to trade V8 for EcoBoost V6

The Lincoln Navigator will ditch its big V8 in an upcoming redesign, which could make this gargantuan SUV more fuel-efficient.

2014 BMW 328d xDrive wagon: A sensible yet sporty alternative to crossovers?

The 2014 BMW 328d wagon will be sold in the United States exclusively with xDrive all-wheel drive, making it an efficient alternative to crossovers.

Lamborghini bicycle has all of the flash of its four-wheeled namesake

This Lamborghini bicycle has the same carbon fiber construction and leather trim as the company's $393,000 Aventador, but it should be easier to park.
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Geneva 2013: ItalDesign Giugiaro Parcour is ready for the urban jungle

The ItalDesign Giugiaro Parcour is a Lamborghini Gallardo with a 13-inch ride height.

This isn’t the 2015 Renault Alpine sports car, it’s the 2013 Renault Alpine Le Mans racer

The new Renault Alpine sports car won't debut until 2015, but Renault will bring the legendary brand back to Le Mans later this year.

Updated Chevrolet Camaro to bow at New York Auto Show

The Chevrolet Camaro is due for a mid-cycle refresh, but the changes to this all-American muscle car probably won't be too drastic.

New tech will help the BMW i3 electric car cope wth range anxiety

The BMW i3, set to debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, will use its infotainment system to calculate range, and three driving modes to extend it.

Geneva 2013: Alpina XD3 Bi-Turbo is an unexpected performance SUV

The Alpina XD3 Bi-Turbo is a sporty version of the BMW X3 xDrive35d. Despite it's humble origins, the XD3 promises to be seriously quick.
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Geneva 2013: Brabus 800 Roadster boasts 217 mph top speed

The Brabus 800 Roadster is the infamous German tuner's take on the current SL65 AMG, complete with 800 hp and the top speed of an exotic supercar.