2018
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We all know the lofty claims. The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is the fastest production car in the quarter mile with a time of 9.65 seconds and in the 0-60 mph sprint at just 2.3 seconds. However, those numbers require 100+ octane racing fuel and the optional Direct Connection engine controller. Those goodies give it the full 840 horsepower and 770 pound-feet of torque. What happens if you just run it like it comes out of the box without the fancy extras? How quick is it on pump gas, and what happens if you put it in Eco mode and take it down the quarter mile that way? Turns out, it still...
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Porsche dealers are clamoring for a five-seat Panamera hatchbackAutomakers seem to be in the business of giving consumers choices once again. Among those choices: A handful of marques have decided to try and reignite the old love affair with the wagon here in the U.S. That includes Buick and its new Regal TourX wagon. On the luxury and performance end of the...
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Watch the 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE setting its 'Ring lap timeThe 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE has returned to the Nürburgring, and it's ready to take some names. Following the Camaro ZL1's stellar performance at The Green Hell, where the car clocked a 7.29.60 time, the Camaro ZL1 1LE with its added track capability is likely to only shave precious time...
Sean Szymkowski -
Hennessey ready to bring 1,500 horsepower to the Dodge DemonWe're a country of MORE! We want more food, more money, and more followers on our various social media accounts. We want more of everything. Especially when it comes to power and cars. That's why Dodge finally unveiled the bonkers, wheel-lifting, 840-horsepower Challenger SRT Demon. That's also why...
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The fat Dodge Demon brakes harder than a Viper ACRHaters love to bash the Hellcats, and already the Demon, for only going fast in a straight line. They pounce on the fact that these Mopar muscle cars weigh over two tons. While that's true, weight is only one piece of the equation. Despite being somewhat "fat," the Demon is good at more than just...
Joel Feder -
2018 Mercedes-AMG E43 Cabriolet spy shotsMercedes-Benz has just launched redesigned versions of its E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet. The cars have been seriously improved in the looks department and the ride quality as well as the interior fit and finish are finally on par with the E-Class sedan. Soon, there will also be versions of the...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
Sticking a 4-cylinder engine under the sleek hood of the Jaguar F-Type has not only made the British marque's sports car more affordable, it retains a decent snarl, too. Jaguar revealed the 2018 F-Type would be offered with its Ingenium turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine at the 2017 New York auto show. Not only that, but as mentioned, entry-level pricing drops to $60,895 by opting for the 4-cylinder engine. Thanks to a new video straight from Jaguar, we now know how the sports car will sound with turbocharged 4-banger power as well. In the accompanying video, Ian Hoban, F-Type vehicle...
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2018 Subaru WRX priced from $27,855, WRX STI from $36,995Sport sedan buyers, rejoice. Subaru has officially announced pricing for the 2018 WRX and WRX STI and they don't deviate much from the 2017 model year. For those looking to step into rally car inspired performance, the 2018 Subaru WRX will start at $27,855, which includes destination. For under...
Sean Szymkowski -
2018 Volvo XC60 previewCrossover SUVs are the new wagons, according to popular wisdom, but at Volvo the heritage is clearly visible. The Swedish automaker’s wagon-like SUVs have been met with great success in the market, and together with the various actual wagons Volvo offers, they’ve accounted for more than...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
Dodge Demon can actually do 0-60 mph in 2.1 seconds, but there's a catchDodge unveiled the 2018 Challenger SRT Demon and immediately made some very big claims. From having the most powerful production V-8 engine in history to running the quarter mile and 0-60 mph quicker than any production car on Earth. That's a lot of big talk, but Dodge was smart and had it all...
Joel Feder -
2018 BMW 5-Series Li shows off elongated looks in ShanghaiBMW showcased the latest iteration of its long-wheelbase 5-Series developed especially for the Chinese market on Wednesday at the 2017 Shanghai auto show. Referred to as the BMW 5-Series Li, the stretched sedan comes with a 133-millimeter (5.24-inch) long expansion compared to the standard sedan on...
Sean Szymkowski -
2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class previewThe current S-Class has been a huge hit for Mercedes-Benz. Over 300,000 examples have been sold since the car went on sale in 2013, and that’s the figure for sedans only. The car, a W222 to all the fans, has now reached the midway point in its life cycle, and in Mercedes tradition it’s...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
Along with the debut of the Buick Velite 5, Buick has taken the wraps off of the 2018 Regal sedan at the 2017 Shanghai auto show. Yes, you read that correctly, China will still be receiving a traditional 4-door sedan with a trunk. The Chinese-spec Buick Regal sedan doesn't deviate from the global design found in the North American Buick Regal Sportback, Opel Insignia Grand Sport, and Holden Commodore, save for the aforementioned boot in the back. If you missed it, U.S. buyers will be treated to a hatchback design for Buick's all-new mid-sizer, as well as a wagon. The Chinese version also...
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The 2018 Dodge Demon's NHRA ban is hypeEverybody, including Dodge, needs to stop saying the Demon's banned from the dragstrip by the NHRA, because it's not. It can be banned for a day because it's too damn fast. Let's back up. Dodge built the hype around the 2018 Challenger SRT Demon to a boiling point, and with good reason. The car is...
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With new GT3, the automatic vs. manual debate rages, even within PorscheThe third pedal is a third rail. Last week at the 2017 New York auto show, enthusiasts claimed another moral victory as Porsche announced the return of a manual transmission to one of its most coveted models. The 2018 Porsche 911 GT3 will be reunited with a 6-speed manual alongside the 7-speed PDK...
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How the Dodge Demon runs a 9.65 quarter mile and a 2.3-second 0-60Dodge will tell you that the Challenger Hellcat can run an 11.20 ET in the quarter mile, a number that can go as low as 10.80 with drag radials. But Dodge didn't build the 707-horsepower Hellcat as a drag car. It built it as an everyday muscle car, and getting its (relatively) skinny 275-millimeter...
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Long-wheelbase Acura TLX-L debuts at 2017 Shanghai auto showThe Acura TLX receives a revised look and some new tech features for the 2018 model year. However, over in China, the TLX is also receiving a long-wheelbase option. The stretched model, known as the TLX-L, was unveiled on Wednesday at the 2017 Shanghai auto show. The TLX-L will be sold exclusively...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
454-horsepower BMW M4 CS debuts at 2017 Shanghai auto showWhen BMW in January announced its round of mid-cycle updates for the M4, many, including us, were disappointed to learn there were no real changes apart from some tweaks to the lights and new colors. That’s because BMW was saving the M4’s more substantial updates for a new model...
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The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon has the automotive community buzzing, but potential buyers want to know two things: How much is it going to cost and how can I get one? With only 3,300 set for production, 3,000 of which will come to the U.S. while 300 go to Canada, those are fair questions as this going to be one rare beast. Tim Kuniskis, Head of Passenger Cars at FCA North America, told Motor Authority that pricing and dealer allocations will be announced in June, but word has it the Demon will be priced under $100,000. READ: Dodge can't stop dealers from pricing Demons above MSRP, but is...
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2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon will be priced under $100,000The good people at Dodge don't have plans to take potential 2018 Challenger SRT Demon customers to the financial woodshed when it comes to pricing for the brand's most potent muscle car ever. In fact, it could be one of the best dollar-to-horsepower ratios we've ever seen. Speaking to Road and...
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2018 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 spy shots and videoBehold our latest spy shots and video of what’s likely to be a new generation of the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 supercar. Corvette talk of late has centered on a new mid-engine platform but this not expected to be introduced until the arrival of the next-generation Corvette (C8), tipped to be...
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2018 Jaguar F-Type previewJaguar’s F-Type has undergone a mid-cycle update. The changes are subtle yet provide the stylish sports car with the latest technology, a more refined look, and a new engine option. There’s also a lower price tag! You’ll spot the updated range by the full LED headlights and new...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
2018 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 keeps old looks, gains new colorsFord’s Mustang receives some significant updates for the 2018 model year but the changes don’t affect the Shelby GT350 and GT350R. The most significant change for the 2018 Shelby models is the addition of three new colors: Orange Fury, Kona Blue and Lead Foot Gray. The cars are also...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC63 video previewThe 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC63 is evolution, baby. The performance SUV with a fire-breathing turbo V-8 just made its debut at the 2017 New York Auto Show and we’re sure this thing is the duck-billed platypus of our dreams. We’ve seen the GLC-Class evolve from a compact SUV to a...
Aaron Cole