BMW will launch a convertible version of its i8 plug-in hybrid sports car. The news was confirmed today at a press conference where BMW outlined some of its future plans.

Chevrolet lobbed a bomb overnight with the reveal of its new Camaro ZL1. Set to go on sale later this year, the high-tech muscle car will deliver an estimated 640 horsepower and offer the choice of a 6-speed manual or 10-speed automatic.

Mercedes-AMG engineers have started work on what’s believed to be a GLC63. Yes, the Affalterbach tuner is about to drop its twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 into the engine bay of GLC small SUV.

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

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