A prototype for Mercedes-Benz’s next-generation E-Class has been spotted. The vehicle ride on the German automaker’s MRA platform and should be on sale in the fall of 2016.

Audi has become the first firm to receive a new autonomous car permit from the state of California. This will allow the German automaker to start testing its Piloted Driving self-driving technology on the state’s roads.

Believe it or not but Black Eyed Peas singer Will.i.am has his own automotive business dubbed I.am.auto, where he designs his own cars. Now, Lexus has got him to design one of its NX crossovers for use in a new television spot.

You’ll find all of these stories and more in today’s car news, right here at Motor Authority.

2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Spy Shots

Audi Receives California’s First Autonomous Car Permit: Video

Look Out! Lexus To Unveil NX Designed By Will.i.am

GM Ignition Switch Death Toll Reaches 19, Could Go Higher

Renault Reveals 235 MPG EOLAB Concept: Video

Tesla Wins Dealer Battle In MA: Direct Sales, Stores Are Legal

Toyota FT-1 Vision Gran Turimso Ready For Download In GT6: Video

Idaho Home To America's Rudest Drivers, But Where Do The Nice Ones Live?

Cadillac’s New Chief Has No Plans To Reduce Prices

Hardly A Vehicle, MIT's Electric Cheetah Is Still Impressive

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