A Tesla Model S owner says the electric car suddenly accelerating while his wife was pulling out of the driveway. A Tesla engineer investigating the problem said it was the driver's fault.
Surprise! Leak reveals plethora of new Porsches
Leaked presentation slides, reportedly from an Atlanta dealer meeting, reveal Porsche's upcoming models including: the 911 Targa, Macan crossover, and Cayman GTS and Boxster GTS sports cars.
The seven-speed Stingray: GM’s new newest transmission might be coming to the C7
As if the new Corvette Stingray wasn’t good enough already, it might be getting a brand new dual clutch transmission. In a week of rumors about the Corvette C7 a GM patent for a new transmission has just been uncovered, and it might just be destined for the…
The BMW X5 PHEV plugs in, lays ground work for all-electric line up
The new BMW X5 PHEV is supposed to be just the first of many Bavarian plug-in hybrids. BMW plans on releasing a plug-in hybrid or electric version of every car in its range, all that stands in their way now is sorting out the batteries.
Survey says: Drivers don’t want autonomous cars
Technology that allows cars like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class to drive themselves is already here, but do consumers want it? A new survey shows that most drivers still want to do just that.
The Tesla Model S is now the fastest car in the world – because you can rent it from Hertz
Hertz Dream Cars program is now offering a Tesla Model S for rent at $400 per day. While that price might only get you 75 miles, exceeding the Model S’ range will only add $93.10 to your bill, which isn’t too bad.
Volkswagen announces new 450 hp VR6 engine full of angry noises and torques
The new Volkswagen VR6 seen in the mental Design Vision GTI is here to stay, and its brought horsepower. This surge in power comes courtesy of new powerplant boss Fritz Eichler who has kindly included direct injection and forced induction. Plan on seeing the…
Stuck in customs: Alfa Romeo 4C priced at $54k, won’t hit Stateside until mid-2014
The Alfa Romeo 4C sports car is still set for a U.S. debut, but not until the second quarter of 2014. Alfas haven't been sold Stateside for over 18 years, so what's a few more months to wait?
Raging Bull II: The Lamborghini Urus is the perfect Italian SUV for the 21st Century
It’s official: the Lamborghini Urus is going into production. Built on the same platform as the Porsche Cayenne, this insane 600 horsepower concept car is leaving the realm of posters and auto shows for dealerships in 2017.
MyFord (Out Of)Touch? Ford to scrap Sync and MyFord Touch dealer education programs
From Ford car buyers to auto safety experts, Sync and MyFord Touch has been battered by complaints that the in-car technology is far too complicated and too distracting when at the wheel. In spite of complaints, Ford will de-fund programs designed to educate…
It’s a good day to be a Bimmer fan: BMW M4 Coupe details leaked ahead of 2014 debut
BMW reveals official 2015 M3 Sedan and BMW M4 Coupe specs. Well ahead of the official debut next January, we learn that the performance Bimmers will once again be powered by an inline six – but this time with two turbos.
You know what Hyundai’s Genesis could use? 1,000 horsepower, that’s what
Hyundai and Bisimoto will officially unveil a 1,000 horsepower Genesis Coupe at this year’s SEMA. Just like all other highly modified cars before it, we’d love to drive it but are simply afraid we’d blow up the engine.
Cadillac vs. Tesla: the electric luxury fight of the century
Cadillac is looking to compete with Tesla with future models. A fight between one of the car industry's oldest brands and the upstart from Palo Alto could be one for the history books.
Axis of accleration: BMW and Toyota throttling forward with co-developed sports car
BMW and Toyota have teamed up to build a co-developed sports car. The details of which are due by the end of the year. So we don’t have but a few more months before we learn what will become of the rear-drive enterprise.
Jaguar C-X17 renderings look less wildcat and more fierce kitten
The design elements of the potential production model C-X17 aren't as aggressive as the lines on the Frankfurt concept, which puts you in the mind of the Range Rover Evoque. Frankly, we're underwhelmed.
While we weren’t sure whether it was a brilliant move for Jaguar to target its sister company, Range Rover, with its crossover concept, there was no denying the thing had some sharp lines.
While we weren’t sure whether it was a brilliant move for Jaguar to target its sister company, Range Rover, with its crossover concept, there was no denying the thing had some sharp lines.
Audi considers carbon fiber, other alternative materials for its next-gen Q7
After helping to pioneer aluminum-bodied vehicles 20 years ago with the A8, Audi is now considering using a wider mix of materials for its car chassis, including carbon fiber and other alternative materials.
It appears that future Audi automobiles could be taking on a completely different form than many of today’s vehicles.
It appears that future Audi automobiles could be taking on a completely different form than many of today’s vehicles.
New 2014 Equus Bass 770 should win over even the least likely of muscle car fans
There’s just something very cool about classic American muscle cars.
Trouble is, when compared to a lot of today’s vehicles, the idea of giving up a those contemporary luxury amenities for say a ’69 Mustang just hasn’t been all that appealing to some.
Trouble is, when compared to a lot of today’s vehicles, the idea of giving up a those contemporary luxury amenities for say a ’69 Mustang just hasn’t been all that appealing to some.
Evolution of an icon: the Mercedes S-Class Coupe changes with the times but remains a symbol of style
A powerful engine, a luxurious cabin, and all the latest technology wrapped in stylish two-door bodywork. What could be better?
Nothing says sophistication like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe. With an all-new model, previewed by the Concept S-Class Coupe from the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, waiting in the wings, we decided to take a look at the evolution of this iconic luxury car.
Nothing says sophistication like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe. With an all-new model, previewed by the Concept S-Class Coupe from the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, waiting in the wings, we decided to take a look at the evolution of this iconic luxury car.
Bentley axes plans for a Mulsanne Convertible, defies its long-bodied lineage
Bentley CEO Wolfgang Schreiber has officially killed the Mulsanne Convertible, deciding the bespoke British brand does not need a leviathan-length convertible after all.
Bad news Bentley fans. The Mulsanne Convertible won’t be going into production. I know. I am crying in my cashmere, too.
Bad news Bentley fans. The Mulsanne Convertible won’t be going into production. I know. I am crying in my cashmere, too.
Caterham AeroSeven concept is a blast from the future
How do you improve on a classic?
The Lotus Seven was such an iconic car that, when Lotus itself decided to end production, Caterham Cars stepped in to keep the flame burning. You can still buy one of these diminutive sports cars today; not bad for a design from 1957.
The Lotus Seven was such an iconic car that, when Lotus itself decided to end production, Caterham Cars stepped in to keep the flame burning. You can still buy one of these diminutive sports cars today; not bad for a design from 1957.
Feeling blue: Bluebird DC50 electric sports car delayed until 2014
Does an electric sports car sound cool to you? How about one inspired by a land speed record car? The Bluebird DC50 will be just such a beast, if it can get built.
With a little luck, a famous land speed record car could be reborn as a road-legal electric sports car.
With a little luck, a famous land speed record car could be reborn as a road-legal electric sports car.
2014 Audi RS 5 Cabriolet Review
Underneath the subdued yet muscular skin of the Audi RS5 Cabriolet lies the heart of a 450-horsepower Bavarian barbarian. For as wild as it can be on the back roads, the RS 5 Cabriolet will never make you feel you’ve sacrificed sanity for the ability to go…
Downright Un-American: Infiniti to ‘de-Americanize’ in order to thrive
Infiniti boss Johan de Nysschen says the luxury brand needs smaller engines and bigger cars. Sound counterintuitive? It may not be.
Infiniti caters to the American market. But now the boss of Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury division, says this strategy is holding the brand back.
Infiniti caters to the American market. But now the boss of Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury division, says this strategy is holding the brand back.
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG goes Black – well, in the digital realm at least
Featuring some of the same unique design elements as existing cars touting the Black edition badge like the C63 AMG Black Series, the digital concept features a CLA AMG with all the visual extras we love about the limited-edition line-up.
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. Despite previous promises and the Saab owner, NEVS, namesake, EVs will have to wait.
Could Tesla’s electric-electric hybrid powertrain eliminate range anxiety and gasoline range extenders?
Tesla is continuing its innovation streak with a new hybrid system that uses a metal-air battery pack as a range extender. Apparently, two batteries are better than one.
Bugatti Veyron who? British brand Keating claims 340 mph from its Bolt supercar
Can this British upstart beat the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport's world speed record by nearly 72 mph? If that does happen, it would be one of the biggest upsets in automotive history.
Hold onto your Hat, Jed Clampett: Mercedes nearly built a pickup truck
According to a recent report, Mercedes-Benz aimed to release two Nissan-based pickup trucks for the 2016 model year. The deal only recently feel through when engineers could make the platform work with a slew of diverse drivetrains.
Thunder cat: could Jaguar be planning an EV alongside its latest crossover?
Jaguar just recently unveiled its latest concept, the C-X17 crossover based upon the new iQ[Al] platform. In a new video, Jaguar designer Ian Callum hints that the automaker could use the chassis to build four new models. We think one might be an EV.
Coda Cars is selling leftover EVs – but should you buy one?
Coda Automotive's electric sedan is back... sort of. A new consortium is selling leftover inventory from the defunct electric car brand. They're the ultimate automotive orphans.
A self-reliant EV? Tesla to have self-driving cars by end of 2016
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, said that his company will have self-driving cars within the next three years. This comes on the heels of Mercedes-Benz’s announcement that it would have fully autonomous cars by 2020.
Tesla surges passed another benchmark, completing 21 Supercharger stations
Tesla set the goal of constructing 18 Supercharger fast charging stations by this date. Luckily for Elon Musk and for Tesla Model S owners, the company has 21 stations online with more to come for this fall and winter.
Aston Martin to get twin-turbo V8s from Mercedes-Benz
The all-new Mercedes-Benz S63 is reported to be the last Mercedes ever to receive the twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8. After the S63 goes out of production, Mercedes will retire the engine from its lineup and sell the powerplant to Aston Martin.
Don’t get too comfortable, Elon, GM plans to build a Tesla-fighting 200-mile EV
General Motors' vice president of global product programs, Doug Parks, said that the General is planning to build an EV with a 200-miles range for right around the $30,000 price, which would be aimed directly at the mass-market Tesla model.
Hennessey HPE700: When a McLaren MP4-12C just isn’t good enough
The McLaren MP4-12C is, to put it mildly, an amazing car. It’s built by the championship-winning Formula One team that built the F1 and the Mercedes-Benz SLR. It has a carbon fiber body, a 616 horsepower V8 engine, and the ride quality of a Rolls-Royce.
Ford chargers for employees could help improve EV infrastructure
Whether it’s Tesla or Ford, it’s becoming quite clear that the idea of an automaker offering free charging for electric vehicles has its limitations when trying to entice people to buy the cars.
Mazda6 SkyActiv-D turbodiesel debut delayed until spring
While Mazda's new-gen Mazda6 sedan has proven to be hit with buyers, the automaker has just confirmed that the eagerly awaited introduction of its even-more-fuel efficient turbodiesel variant has been pushed back until April.
2014 BMW 2 Series spied on the street
Just as the new generation of BMW's 3 Series Coupe and Convertible has been recast and rebadged as the 4 Series for 2014, 2-door versions of the automaker's entry-level 1 Series are due to undergo a similar transition and adopt 2 Series nomenclature starting with the 2014 model year.
2015 Volvo V60 Sportwagon will offer three T-charged engines
Previewed at the New York Auto Show last spring, the new 2015 Volvo V60 Sportwagon is set to join the automaker's U.S. lineup in January. Sharing all of its platform architecture with the automaker's best-selling S60 Sedan, this even more accommodating variation on the theme will offer a choice of three different turbocharged engines, including Volvo's new Drive-E gasoline-fired 2.0-liter/4-cylinder that makes 240 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
Frankfurt 2013: 2014 Porsche Panamera Diesel gets a power and speed boost
Porsche unveiled the second generation Panamera Diesel at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. With a top speed of 161 mph, it's no farm truck, but is it just too sacrilegious to be a Porsche?
5 things we learned from the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show
The 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is under way and all the big carmakers
have finally revealed their formally camouflaged specialty cars and
announced their big ideas. So what trends stand out this year?
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, using tech already available on production models.
2014 Cadillac CTS pumps engine sound into the cabin using the car’s audio system
For the all-new 2014 Cadillac CTS, GM is applying the principles of
psychoacoustics. CTS engineers have tuned the car with specific audio
properties related to its three driving modes and then used the stereo
to amplify them.
From crankstarting to charging: Why Tesla’s Model S is the Model T of our time
After more than a century of driving gasoline and diesel-powered cars,
hybrids and electric vehicles are finally beginning to take hold and
chip away at the market share of their fossil-fueled forefathers. The
Tesla Model S has been the game changer.
Frankfurt 2013: Volvo Concept Coupé could help revive the troubled brand
Inspired by what Volvo officials describe as a “contemporary, progressive Scandinavian lifestyle elements,” the Concept Coupé is the first of three concepts that will usher in the company’s new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA).
VW Group gets ambitious on electrics, plans to lead world in EVs and hybrids by 2018
The e-Golf, a key component of VW’s electric mobility strategy, has a driving range of 118 miles and features three intuitive driving modes including “Normal,” “Eco” and “Eco+.”
Will the new 2015 Mustang debut as a high-tech muscle car showpiece?
The 2015 Mustang will almost certainly be equipped with a more advanced MyFord Touch system with features to satisfy enthusiasts like the ability to share performance stats with friends on a number of different social networking platforms.
Woman texting while driving crashes, ends up in a lake
Yet another case of someone that values a text message over their own safety, a Maryland woman sent her car spinning into a nearby lake because she was more interested in texting than driving.
Frankfurt 2013: Are high-tech hybrids and EVs carving out a new premium car segment?
Unlike high-end automobiles in decades past, there’s a growing trend in the world of cars driven by vehicles that offer the latest advancements in technology more so than luxury interior features like soft touch leather and wood veneers.
Quick Drive: Bentley’s 2014 Flying Spur is luxury overkill at ludicrous speed
This year, amid the hot hatches, performance sedans, pocket rockets, roadsters and pure sports machines, sat the gigantic Flying Spur, a black hole among a swirl of shining sports car stars. Was it a joke? Just drive it, they said. SoI did.
Frankfurt 2013: BMW X5 eDrive is a sensible counterpart to the flashy i8
With the i8 plug-in hybrid sports car set to take the stage, it was highly unlikely that anyone was going to pay attention to anything else at BMW’s 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show press conference. Certainly not an SUV.
Frankfurt 2013: Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Squadra Corse is lean and mean
The Lamborghini Gallardo may be on its way out, but Lambo decided to give it one last hurrah at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show. The Gallardo LP570-4 Squadra Corse is a special edition of an already special car.
9 of the coolest cars from the Frankfurt Auto Show (and 1 hellacious truck)
This year in Frankfurt, carmakers proved that "green" and "cool" aren't mutually exclusive. From the BMW i8 to the Porsche 918 Spyder, here are the 10 coolest cars to debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show.
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Frankfurt 2013: Survive the apocalypse in style with the Brabus B63S 700 6X6
Forget Napalm. The Brabus B63S 700 6X6 is what truly smells like victory.
If you’re not familiar, Brabus is the Commerces-Benz tuner company that takes Merc’s already wild AMG cars and infuses them with the essence of Liberace and the power of an atomic bomb.
Forget Napalm. The Brabus B63S 700 6X6 is what truly smells like victory.
If you’re not familiar, Brabus is the Commerces-Benz tuner company that takes Merc’s already wild AMG cars and infuses them with the essence of Liberace and the power of an atomic bomb.
Forget Napalm. The Brabus B63S 700 6X6 is what truly smells like victory.
Frankfurt 2013: Mercedes-Benz dazzles with new Concept S-Class Coupé
If the future of Mercedes-Benz looks anything, anything remotely like
the Concept S-Class unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show, then you can
count on much brighter days ahead for the carmaker.
Frankfurt 2013: Porsche 918 Spyder hybrid looks like a million bucks – because it is
The 918 was built to prove a point: that Porsche is capable of going toe-to-toe with the best of them in terms of super cars and hybrids supercars at that. What we weren’t expecting, though, is a price tag just north of a million dollars.
The hotly anticipated Porsche 918 Spyder has been unveiled and – not surprisingly – the halo car goes toe-to-toe with the LaFerrari and McLaren P1.
The hotly anticipated Porsche 918 Spyder has been unveiled and – not surprisingly – the halo car goes toe-to-toe with the LaFerrari and McLaren P1.
James Bond’s Lotus Esprit ‘submarine car’ to be auctioned Monday, could fetch $1.5m
Seriously wealthy James Bond fans will be gathering at an auction
house in London on Monday in the hope of making the winning bid for
007’s famous Lotus Esprit ‘submarine car’, affectionately known as Wet
Nellie.
Jaguar’s C-X17 crossover concept is one bloated blue wildcat
What’s the one thing that is wrong with the Range Rover Evoque? Is it too small? Is it too expensive? Is it too good looking? Is it too capable off road?
If those are the answers you gave, you’ll absolutely love the latest Jaguar C-X17 crossover concept pictured above.
If those are the answers you gave, you’ll absolutely love the latest Jaguar C-X17 crossover concept pictured above.
Nissan races into smartwatch space with the Nismo, connecting driver and car
Well, how about that – even Nissan is looking to get into the wearable tech space. The Japanese car maker on Monday announced the flashy Nismo smartwatch, a device it's promising to show off at this week's Frankfurt Motor Show.
Honda links cars, pedestrians, and motorcycles with V2V tech
V2V, or Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication, is being tested as a potential
safety feature for future cars. Honda is taking things another step
further by bringing pedestrians and motorcyclists into the network.
Not just for trucks anymore: Why modern diesels are more popular than ever
Think of "diesel" and what comes to mind? Semis spewing plumes of black
smoke? Outside the U.S., diesel-powered vehicles have nearly reached
parity with gas-powered cars and trucks. So what happened to make diesel
the current liquid fuel darling?
Watch as Russian tuners pull over 2,000 hp from a Saleen S7
Hold on to your, well, everything. This Russian-tuned 2,282-horsepower
Saleen S7 just might have enough power to set off volcanoes and alter
the space/time continuum. And then some.
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Bugatti pulls plug on Galibier but could ‘plug in’ a Veyron replacement
The planned new flagship for the Bugatti, the Galibier, has been
scrapped over concerns of limited horsepower and limited buyer interest.
Instead, the brand will focus on a Veyron replacement. If we had to
guess, it’ll be a plug-in hybrid.
5 ways the BMW i8 is better than Tesla Model S
On the eve of the official debut of the BMW i8, the world is wondering
how the plug-in hybrid sports car will compare to the Tesla Model S.
Based upon what we already know, we've made our conclusions. See if you
agree.
The Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 Sport won’t break the bank – or your back
So far, Mercedes has unveiled the entry-level CLA 250 and the absolutely
mental CLA 45 AMG. Now, however, it’s offering a middle ground between
the two: the CLA 250 Sport with AMG but tuning without the
devil-may-care attitude.
2013 Ford C-MAX Energi review
But for those of you who would rather not wade around in the urine-tinged kiddy pool waters of electric motivation by driving a hybrid (sorry, hybrids) or cannonballing recklessly into the deep end by going fully electric, why not slap on a pair of water wings and safely soak up the EV experience in a plug-in hybrid?
2014 Nissan GT-R review
Opel (Yes that Opel) creates buzz with the Monza concept
Opels generally don’t cause much excitement, but General Motors’
German division will definitely be getting some attention at the 2013
Frankfurt Motor Show. The Monza concept it will unveil there features
sleek styling, a plug-in hybrid powertrain, and some new dashboard tech.
Luxury speed: Bentley Continental GT V8 S targets the Rolls-Royce Wraith
Bentley cleverly counters the forthcoming Rolls-Royce Wraith, the most powerful Rolls ever made, with yet another variant of the Continental: the Continental GT V8 S. With 521 horsepower sent to all four wheels, the new Bentley is capable of both sport and…
5 things the auto industry can learn from Tesla
Yes, Tesla Motors is still a small car company headed by a leader with a seemingly golden touch, but it's not all luck, robots and smart hiring that has made Tesla a tech and automotive darling. What can other car companies learn from Tesla?
Without a doubt, every major carmaker in the world is dissecting the success of Tesla Motors, Elon Musk’s electric car company that is disrupting the traditional automotive industry.
Without a doubt, every major carmaker in the world is dissecting the success of Tesla Motors, Elon Musk’s electric car company that is disrupting the traditional automotive industry.
2014 Chevy Malibu 2.5L ups EPA city ratings by 14 percent
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