2017
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You’ll recall we recently reported on Mercedes-Benz’s decision to group its AMG Sport models like the C450 AMG and GLE450 AMG Coupe as official Mercedes-AMG products. As part of the reshuffle, the cars are being rechristened with a “43” designation to better reflect their positioning in the performance hierarchy. Today we have our first look at the C43 sedan which replaces the C450 AMG. It’s due in the United States later this year as a 2017 model and will bring some updates along with the name change. Key among the updates is the addition of a 9-speed automatic...
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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia previewBy now you’re probably tired of reading about Alfa Romeo’s new Giulia, whose introduction in the United States seems to be taking forever. Recall Alfa Romeo showed us the Giulia—in high-performance Quadrifoglio trim—for the first time in the summer of 2015. The good news is...
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Alfa Romeo Giulia production gets underway in ItalyThe 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia is finally in production. The first examples rolled off the line yesterday at a Fiat Chrysler Automobiles [NYSE:FCAU] plant in Piedimonte San Germano, Italy. The first car off the line was a dark gray example of the base Giulia. Production of Giulia sedans for the United...
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V-8 Jaguar F-Pace SVR to take on Mercedes-AMG, BMW M SUVs?A new report suggests Jaguar is looking at shoehorning a V-8 engine, presumably a supercharged one at that, into its new F-Pace crossover SUV. The F-Pace is Jaguar's first high-riding model, and while the brand says it has given up on wagons based on sedans, that doesn't mean that it has no...
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50th Anniversary Camaro SS named official pace car of 2016 Indy 500The Chevrolet Camaro turns 50 this year—the actual anniversary is September 26—and as part of the celebrations a special anniversary version of the current, sixth-generation model will serve as official pace car for the 2016 Indianapolis 500. It will be the ninth time a Camaro has paced...
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2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC first drive reviewRoadsters like the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC aren’t exactly in vogue right now. The Honda S2000 faded away a few years ago. BMW Z4 sales have fizzled to levels far below those of the more expensive 6-Series Convertible. Porsche’s pushed the Boxster upmarket. And the only bright spot on the...
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Audi has come a long way since the days of the original Quattro. That all-wheel-drive original changed minds about which wheels should drive a performance car. But the Quattro wasn't quite a sports car, and it would take Audi another two decades before it would field an actual rival for cars like the Porsche 911 and the Chevy Corvette. That car arrived in 2008 in the form of the Audi R8. After a fantastic first generation, the R8 is new again this year. Faster and even more sure-footed, it’s set to hammer away at those challengers and new ones, such as the Mercedes-AMG GT, and the...
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2017 Subaru WRX and WRX STI previewSubaru’s Impreza has been completely redesigned for the 2017 model year but new versions of the WRX and WRX STI are still some years off. That means the current performance duo, introduced for 2015, will remain on sale for the time being, albeit with some updates to keep them fresh. ALSO SEE...
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Mercedes celebrates SLK's 20th birthday (with a name change)Taking the stand for the first time 20 years ago at the Turin Motor Show with its folding metal hardtop was Mercedes-Benz's innovative SLK roadster. The original SLK was an attention-grabber, for sure, arriving in a market where only a handful of convertibles had been offered with folding metal...
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2017 Lincoln Continental priced from $45,485The 2017 Lincoln Continental has been priced from $45,485, including a $925 destination charge. The figure is several thousand dollars higher than the starting price of the MKS, which the Continental replaces, though it’s below what most rivals in this segment charge. Even Cadillac’s...
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Porsche 911 R offered on eBay for $1.25 millionWe know the Porsche market is hot right now, but the $1.25 million asking price for a brand new 911 R that hasn't even been built yet might be a little on the excessive side. An eBay listing from Hamburg, Germany, claims that the 911 R in question is set to be delivered in July. As one of the 991...
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Lap Daytona in the 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus with 360-degree viewHave you wanted to be one of the first in the U.S. to take a ride in the new 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus? Thanks to the wonders of technology, you're about to be. These days, new 360-degree video tech is giving people experiences they've never imagined, and now Audi's used that tech to offer a hot lap...
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Talk up the feel of the wind in your hair and the natural high of sunshine as you will; but in the world of convertibles, there are those that cruise the scene, and there are those that help make the scene. The 2017 S-Class Cabriolet lineup is without question in the latter group. It’s a true four-seat convertible that manages to splice together the beauty and grace of the S-Class sedan, the ostentatious perfection of the S-Class Coupe, and just a hint of attitude from the SL roadsters—and yes, a nod here and there to the formality of the CL coupes that precede it. On a programmed...
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Lincoln sees strong initial demand for new ContinentalThe car that Lincoln says will be responsible for reinventing its image and its portfolio has 40,000 potential buyers. The 2017 Continental flagship sedan has generated a considerable amount of interest among the media, and now Ford Motor Company's [NYSE:F] luxury division has put a figure on the...
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Usain Bolt still a fan of the Nissan GT-RWhen you've got a sports car to promote, having the "world's fastest man" on hand isn't a bad thing. Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt is Nissan's "Global Director of Excitement," and he's also a fan of the GT-R. So what does he think of the refreshed 2017 model unveiled last week at the 2016 New...
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2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon spy shotsMercedes-Benz has already unveiled its next-generation E-Class, albeit so far only in the sedan bodystyle. There are still several variants due such as the high-performance E63 from Mercedes-AMG as well as the new coupe, convertible, long-wheelbase sedan and wagon. It’s the latter that is the...
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Aston Martin already has 1,400 orders for DB11It’s only been a few weeks since the reveal of Aston Martin’s new DB11 at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show but already the company has managed to rack up 1,400 orders—and that’s before full details have even been released. The information was revealed to The Motor Report by Aston...
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2017 Toyota Prius Prime previewToyota's redesigned Prius is ready for prime time—if prime time means 22 miles of electric-only range. Replacing last year's Prius Plug-In Hybrid, the new Prius Prime is more than just a Prius with an electric charging station outlet. Those figures are supported by what Toyota anticipates...
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The Acura MDX is a luxurious family hauler that offers great space and willing performance. While fuel economy has been decent for a large crossover SUV, it hasn't been thrifty. That's about to change, and it doesn't come at the cost of performance. At the New York International Auto Show, Acura unveiled the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid. Utilizing the same system found in the RLX sedan and adapted to the NSX supercar, the 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid teams a 3.0-liter V-6 with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, a lithium-ion battery pack, and three motors. One of those motors is paired with the...
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2017 Buick Encore previewDebuting at this year's New York International Auto Show, the 2017 Buick Encore gains a new look and updated technology. Buick's popular mini-crossover hit the market as a 2013 model, meaning it was due for a nip-and-tuck for the 2017 model year. For the most part, this refresh is mostly relegated...
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2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF previewMiata fans have wanted a coupe version of Mazda's playful little roadster for ages. While we may never actually see one, the 2017 MX-5 Miata RF could be as close as we ever get. RF stands for Retractable Fastback, and that's appropriate given the sleek rear pillars. Those pillars lift away so the...
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and GLC43 previewMercedes has a hit on its hands with the GLC-Class crossover SUV. The replacement for the GLK, the GLC has moved to softer lines and a more upscale interior. The result is a quite likeable crossover with refined good looks, a smooth ride, and an elegant cabin. But if one version works, why not...
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2017 Subaru Impreza previewSubaru's compact sedan and hatchback lineup is all new for 2017, adding style and substance inside and out. Although it remains true to Subaru's values by offering standard all-wheel-drive and a more sport-oriented driving experience, the Impreza grows up stylistically with a more refined...
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2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR previewFollowing its world debut in Geneva earlier this month, the 2017 Jaguar F-Type SVR touched down in the United States at last week’s 2016 New York Auto Show. Available as a coupe or convertible, the F-Type SVR is here just in time for summer, with pricing starting at a very reasonable...
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