Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer
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A new Ford patent filing detailing an elaborate reconfigurable seating system has surfaced.
Published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on Feb. 13, and originally filed on...
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Bugatti CEO reveals prototype of Chiron successor's V-16
Bugatti has been working on its V-16 engine for years and has had running examples since at least 2022.
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2025 Infiniti QX80's twin-turbo V-6 confirmed ahead of March 20 debut
The drip of information on the 2025 Infiniti QX80 continues and now we learn a 450-hp twin-turbo V-6 will replace the venerable V-8.
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2004 Lincoln Mark X convertible concept heads to auction
Ford in the 2000s was considering a Lincoln convertible based on the Thunderbird, and this concept hints at what it might have looked like.
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Honda developing active rear diffuser system
Cars in the future may feature multiple aerodynamic elements hidden away when not in use.
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Plymouth Prowler gets dissected by Jay Leno and Chip Foose
Chip Foose provided some of the early design input for the Plymouth Prowler, and he explains it all in an episode of “Jay Leno's Garage.”
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A Jaguar I-Pace formerly owned by British monarch King Charles III is headed for auction with Historics Auctioneers.
The electric SUV was delivered to then-Prince Charles in 2018, making it the...
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Honda designing hidden storage in EV bumpers
Hidden rear bumper storage could be used for secure package delivery to a vehicle.
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Apple's electric car project reportedly canceled
After pouring time and money into chasing an a self-driving electric car dream Apple is reportedly moving on.
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2025 Infiniti QX80 teased, debuts March 20
Infiniti announced the 2025 QX80 will debut soon, and for now we have some teaser shots of the SUV in camouflage.
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Rivian developing software for free-wheel towing
Rivian is exploring technology that may make its vehicles more appealing to RV owners.
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Kimera EVO38 brings a never-built rally car to life
Italy's Kimera is back with a modern version of the stillborn Lancia 038 rally car.
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A 1973 Ferrari 246 Dino GTS once owned by Led Zeppelin manager Peter Grant will be among the featured lots at a Car & Classic online auction this week.
Named after Enzo Ferrari's son, who died...
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Ineos Fusilier revealed with all-electric and range-extended powertrains
The Fusilier is a smaller SUV than the Grenadier, but it has the same off-road-ready look.
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2025 Mazda CX-70 arrives in spring, starts at $41,820
The 2025 Mazda CX-70 aims for crossover buyers looking for cargo space when it arrives this spring.
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2024 Toyota Land Cruiser costs $57,445, hybrid powertrain standard
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser brings the nameplate back to the U.S. with a smaller engine and lower price.
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Hennessey Venom F5 top speed attempt planned for 2024
Hennessey aims to take the production-car top-speed crown back.
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Stellantis explores 2-speed transmission for off-road EVs
A patent shows a 2-speed transmission for EVs where one gear is for on-road driving and the other for off-roading.
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Cadillac didn't offer a factory station wagon in 1969, but if you were a deep-pocketed celebrity like Dean Martin, you could have one specially built.
Now up for online auction in Australia with ...
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GM patents foldable bed ramps for pickup truck
Foldable bed ramps would fit in GM pickup bed walls and still allow for a shallow loading angle.
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Deep dive: Bugatti Mistral roadster's aero
Bugatti had to rethink the Chiron's aerodynamics to suit the open-top body of the Mistral.
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How lithium-ion batteries work
They power most electric vehicles on the road today, but what exactly are lithium-ion batteries? Find out here.
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Ford might turn the steering wheel into a deployable assist handle
A Ford patent for a steering wheel that could move side-to-side or to a perpendicular position could help people get into big trucks or SUVs.
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Ford designing deployable bed fins for enhanced efficiency
The proposed fins would telescope out from the rear wall of the cab like flying buttresses and be used on an electric truck.
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