Volkswagen engineers are out testing the next generation of the Golf hatchback. The new car is still at the test mule stage but the first prototypes should be out soon since production starts next year.

The folks at Katech have developed another impressive engine, this time for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06. You can watch a complete build of the 686-horsepower-at-the-wheels monster.

Bugatti's Chiron hypercar keeps in constant communication with the factory back in France via a telemetry system. And since there are so few of the cars, each can be monitored in real time.

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

2020 Volkswagen Golf spy shots

Watch the complete build of a 686-HP Katech Corvette Z06 engine

Bugatti owners can rest easy as technicians monitor cars in real time

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