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Ford's top-selling F-150 is about to come in for a redesign, with plug-in hybrid and electric options and possibly a new V-8 all planned. Some variants may even feature independent rear suspension, which would be a first for the F-150. A new generation of the Volkswagen Golf is just around the corner, but the current Mk7 generation will continue to be sold for another year. Sadly, though, we've just learned that the high-performance Golf R is taking a hiatus. There hasn't been much news coming from Tushek in recent years but it seems the Slovenian supercar marque has been working on a hybrid...
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BMW Alpina B3 Biturbo, 1,000-hp Rezvani Tank, Jeep Wrangler Easter egg: Car News HeadlinesBMW is readying a new generation of the M3 but overseas buyers will be able to choose an alternative in the form of the new B3 Biturbo from semi-official BMW tuner Alpina. A prototype has just been spotted and the lack of camouflage gear suggests the debut can't be far. California's Rezvani is...
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Mustang Shelby GT500 specs, next Audi A4, BMW M2 racer: Today's Car NewsFord has finally revealed some of the performance specs of its 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500. We also have our first look at the super muscle car's 760-horsepower supercharged V-8. Audi will reportedly stick with its own platform for the next A4, as opposed to using a hand-me-down from Volkswagen. The...
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De Tomaso P72, Pagani Huayra Roadster BC, one-off BMW Alpina B7: Car News HeadlinesThe modern De Tomaso P72 supercar will meet the world's only P70 during Monterey Car Week, the race car originally developed by Carroll Shelby, Peter Brock and Alejandro de Tomaso. The P70 is the car De Tomaso's designers took inspiration from in developing the P72. A lighter, more powerful version...
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Audi A1 Citycarver, Bugatti Aerolithe, SSC Tuatara delivery: Car News HeadlinesThe Audi A1 Sportback subcompact hatch sold overseas is now available as a soft-roader. Just don't call it an Allroad. The car that spawned the legendary Bugatti Atlantics, the magnesium-bodied Aerolithe, has been recreated. It was no easy task as the team behind the project had nothing to rely on...
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Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, Kia Stinger GT420, Audi S6: Today's Car NewsMercedes-Benz is out testing the Maybach version of its redesigned S-Class. The car can be identified by its unique grille, whose vertical slats were inspired by the pinstripes of a suit. It's becoming a staple of modern Maybachs. Kia has unveiled a wild Stinger concept designed for the track...
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The Q3 Sportback is the first strike in Audi's coupe-like SUV offensive, and yes there will be an Audi Sport-tuned RS version. Unfortunately, Audi has ruled it out for our market. Jaguar's XE SV Project 8 is the fastest sedan in production right now. It just lapped the Nürburgring in a time of 7:18.361, which is the fastest time for a sedan by a significant margin. Ford is working on a battery-electric F-150. Recently, the automaker gave a preview of the zero-emission pickup truck's performance. You'll find these stories and more in today's car news, right here at Motor Authority. 2020...
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Saleen S7 Le Mans, Audi SQ7, C8 Corvette 'Ring time: Car News HeadlinesSaleen has been launched in China as a potential Porsche rival, and to help kick off the launch the company revived its S7 supercar. However, instead of simply rebuilding the previous car, Saleen has dialed the power up to 1,500 horses. Audi's Q7 has just undergone an update, so naturally all the...
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Old Crow Ford Mustang, Mercedes-AMG CLA45, new Buick crossover: Today's Car NewsA one-off 2019 Ford Mustang GT honoring World War II flying ace Bud Anderson will be auctioned off for charity. The car has been developed with Roush and Ford Performance and packs over 700 horsepower. The second generation of the CLA45 Shooting Brake has been revealed and it boasts up to 416 hp...
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro, 2019 Nissan Skyline: Car News HeadlinesChevy's new C8 Corvette set for a reveal on Thursday night will carry the Stingray name in base guise, just like the outgoing C7 Corvette. While the name might be a carryover, there will of course be the new mid-engine layout and possibly a more powerful V-8 than the 455-horsepower LT1 V-8 in the...
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Acura flagship sedan, 7X GTO Vision Ferrari, VW & Ford deal: Car News HeadlinesPhotos of two potential future Acuras have surfaced. One of them is a large sedan that could be a successor to the unloved RLX flagship sedan. If you've been knocked back by Ferrari's Special Projects program, a British firm is willing to build you the Ferrari of your dreams. As a taste of what's...
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VW Golf GTI spy shots, 200th Bugatti Chiron, Bentley EXP 100 GT concept: Today's Car NewsA prototype for the next-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI has been spotted. Peak power in the new hot hatch is tipped to come close to 300 horsepower, or as much as in the current Golf R. The 200th Bugatti Chiron has been built. It's a Sport model with 110 ans Bugatti anniversary treatment, and it's...
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Aston Martin previewed the DBS GT Zagato that will be sold together with a DB4 GT Zagato continuation car for $7.9 million. The car doesn't have a rear windshield and its grille has 108 individual elements that can open and close, depending if the car is running or not. Honda increased the starting price of its 2019 Civic Type R. The car is now close to $2,500 more expensive than when it first arrived, though it still undercuts rivals. Land Rover is set to unveil a redesigned Defender this year and the latest spy shots reveal the new shape. The redesign is the first for the iconic nameplate...
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Lexus LC Convertible, Mini Cooper SE Hardtop, Nissan GT-R: Today's Car NewsLexus is readying a convertible flagship to serve as the spiritual successor to the SC. A prototype was recently revealed and sales should commence soon. Mini is mimicking Tesla's strategy of playing up the performance aspect of electric powertrains with its first volume EV, the new Cooper SE...
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Audi R8 LMS GT2, 2019 Porsche 911 RSR, electric Jaguar XJ: Car News HeadlinesThe Audi R8 LMS GT2 is the first contender for a revived GT2 series organized by SRO, which is set to start racing in 2020. The series will be aimed at amateur drivers and is designed to fill the wide gap in performance between the current GT4 and GT3 series. Another race car making headlines today...
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Lotus Evija, Ford GT Mk II, BMW X7 pickup: Today's Car NewsLotus is developing an electric hypercar targeted to deliver over 1,000 horsepower. It's called the Evija, and the few owners slated to receive one can look forward to their cars arriving in 2020. Ford has unveiled an unregulated, track-only version of its GT supercar. Output has been pumped up to...
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2020 Land Rover Defender, 2020 Aston Martin DBS, future Chevy Camaro Z/28: Car News HeadlinesNew information on the redesigned Land Rover Defender due out later this year has surfaced. Chief among the new details is confirmation of a long-wheelbase model with eight seats. The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante is a stunning piece of machinery. But the 211-mph convertible will also dash...
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Ferrari Modulo concept, Jamie Farr and Jeep, final C7 Corvette: Car News HeadlinesThe one-off Ferrari 512S Modulo concept of 1970 is safe despite a fire. Its owner, James Glickenhaus of Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus, was driving the car in Monaco when flames started billowing at the rear. The Jeep was always a part of Jamie Farr’s life during wartime in Toledo. Then it...
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The SSC Tuatara is now in production and due to start delivery in the third quarter of 2019. The American hypercar produces 1,750 horsepower on E85 fuel and could be the first production car to hit 300 mph. Rolls-Royce is working on a redesigned Ghost. The new sedan should feature the latest tech wizardry, including a surround-view camera system, night vision, and a head-up display. Dodge's updates for the Charger for 2019 were relatively light, especially considering the car's Challenger stablemate received the 797-horsepower SRT Hellcat Redeye option for the same year. This isn't the case...
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Ford Super Duty Tremor pack, Audi A5 spy shots, Mitsubishi Evo XI rumors: Car News HeadlinesRam's 2500 Power Wagon now has some tough competition. Ford's latest Super Duty is available with a new Tremor Off-Road Package that adds a number of off-road goodies including massive 35-inch all-terrain tires. Audi's A5 is about to receive a major update with refreshed styling, new tech, and new...
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2021 Cadillac Escalade, 2020 Audi Q7, 2020 Dodge Charger Widebody: Today's Car NewsWe've got new spy shots of a prototype for the next-generation Cadillac Escalade. The big SUV moves to General Motors' T1XX platform, which promises significant weight savings and improved comfort via independent rear suspension. We also expect the Cadillac-exclusive Blackwing V-8 to be on the...
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BMW M sports car concept, Lightyear One, 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS: Car News HeadlinesBMW's latest concept is a 600-horsepower plug-in hybrid with 62 miles of electric range. While it hasn't been confirmed for production, it may just be a preview of the replacement for the current i8 sports car. A Dutch EV startup by the name of Lightyear has unveiled a sedan claimed to offer one of...
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Audi SQ8 TDI, Mini JCW GP, 850-horsepower Ford Mustang: Today's Car NewsAudi has just launched the new Q8 but there are sportier S and RS versions in the pipeline, the first of which has been revealed. Unfortunately, it packs a diesel V-8 and thus won't make it to the United States. Mini has released new details on its upcoming John Cooper Works GP. It will have more...
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Aston Martin Valhalla, Niki Lauda's F1 car, updated Cadillac XT5: Car News HeadlinesAston Martin's Valhalla, previously known as the AM-RB 003, will star alongside a classic DB5 and V8 Vantage in “Bond 25” due next spring. The 1,000-horsepower hypercar was recently previewed as a concept and due for delivery in 2021. A Ferrari Formula One car Niki Lauda drove and...
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