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Ford has two very nice performance cars in the form of the GT and Mustang GT. Apart from their Blue Oval badges and the fact they both have GT in their names, there's not much else they have in common. Find out how they compare in our special drive report. BMW's M8 is still some months out from its debut but photos of the car, in hotter Competition guise, have already made their way onto the Internet. The version shown is a coupe but we also know that an M8 Convertible and M8 Gran Coupe are also coming. Mercedes-AMG's GT sports car has been updated, and included among the updates is the...
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2020 Mercedes-AMG GT, 2020 Jeep Gladiator, BMW Level 5 self-driving car: Car News HeadlinesMercedes-AMG's GT sports car has been updated, though you'll hardly notice the changes unless you're a die-hard fan. That's because most of the changes have taken place inside, with the car now boasting a digital dash and a new center console. It's also spawned a new GT R Pro range-topping model...
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2020 Porsche 911, 2020 Lincoln Aviator, 2019 Mazda 3: Today's Car NewsIt's finally here. The 992-generation Porsche 911 was unveiled overnight and we have all the juicy details. Only the Carrera S and Carrera 4S trims have been revealed but you can count on Porsche eventually adding close to two dozen all up. We also were treated to the reveal of Lincoln's revived...
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Rivian R1T, Mercedes-AMG GLC63 S, Honda Urban EV: Today's Car NewsAmerican electric car startup Rivian has unveiled its first product. It's a mid-size pickup truck offering 750 horsepower and a battery with up to 180 kilowatt-hours of capacity, or enough for more than 400 miles of range on a single charge. A seven-seat SUV variant is also coming. Mercedes-AMG's...
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE, 2020 Ford Explorer, 2019 Kia K900: Car News HeadlinesMercedes-Benz has redesigned its GLE, and the SUV is now bigger and bolder than ever. The increase in size has made it possible to bring back a third row, but thankfully this hasn't upset the dynamics. This is still one of the comfiest SUVs on the market. Ford is almost ready to show us a...
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2019 Ford F-150 Raptor, 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT R Pro, Lamborghini Urus ST-X: Today's Car NewsFord continues to raise the performance pickup bar with its F-150 Raptor. It's still the only factory full-size truck where its maker actually encourages you use it to make jumps, and with the upgrades to the 2019 model the Raptor is now even better at handling massive air. Mercedes-AMG is almost...
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Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn was arrested in Japan on Monday for allegedly lying about his salary to investors and using company funds for personal expenses. Credited with saving Nissan from bankruptcy, the executive will reportedly be ousted from Nissan's board on Thursday. Lamborghini's Squadra Corse motorsport department unveiled a one-off project dubbed the SC18. Commissioned by a customer, the wild track-oriented supercar is based on the Aventador SVJ and is powered by a 6.5-liter V-12 that produces 759 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles recalled 4,822...
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2020 BMW X6, 2020 Buick LaCrosse, 2020 Toyota Camry TRD: Car News HeadlinesA new generation of the BMW X6 has been spotted. The design is very close to what we see on the latest X4 and is overall much more muscular than what we find on the current X6. The market launch should take place next year. The first photos of Buick's updated LaCrosse have surfaced. They show...
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2019 Cadillac CT6, 2019 Ford GT, 2019 Mazda 3: Today's Car NewsCadillac's CT6 flagship sedan has just undergone a mid-cycle update for 2019. Unfortunately for fans of electrification, the plug-in hybrid model will no longer be part of the lineup, at least in North America. If you were knocked back from Ford's application program for the GT, you can now bid on...
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2020 BMW M340i, 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Ferrari F40 Tribute: Car News HeadlinesBMW has revealed what looks to be the sweet spot in the new 3-Series range. The car is the M340i, an M Performance model with a 382-horsepower six and some pretty sophisticated chassis technology. Both rear- and all-wheel drive will be offered, but unfortunately no manual transmission...
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Chevy Corvette ZR1, 2020 Mercedes E-Class, collection of BMW legends: Today's Car NewsWe named the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 the Motor Authority Best Car To Buy 2019. Overwhelmed by its power, blown away by its dynamics, and stirred by its Hot Wheels-like design, we chose the supercharged Corvette over a worthy group of competitors. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class range is already nearing...
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BMW 1-Series sedan, Lexus RC F GT track car, SCG 006 coupe and roadster: Today's Car NewsBMW is working on an update for the 1-Series sedan. Unfortunately the German automaker is yet to announce plans to sell the car outside of China, though that could change due to new rivals like Mercedes-Benz's A-Class sedan. Lexus is working on a more hardcore version of its RC F. The car was...
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Mercedes-Benz's E-Class is about to go under the knife for a mid-cycle facelift. The first prototype for the facelifted model has been spotted, revealing some substantial changes are in store for the luxury mid-sizer. The 992-generation Porsche 911, the eighth iteration of the iconic German sports car, is currently out testing with almost zero camouflage gear, meaning the debut can't be far. Naturally the look is evolutionary, but it's still interesting to spot all the small details that separate the new car from its predecessor. A company by the name of Arc has just unveiled an electric...
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2020 Porsche 911, 2021 Mercedes-Maybach GLS, SCG's new plant: Today's Car NewsThe Porsche 911 is known as one of the best performing sports cars money can buy. It's one of the most reliable, too. That's because Porsche extensively tests prototypes in extreme conditions, with engineers racking up close to two million miles combined in the process. For the 2020 911 due for a...
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2019 BMW 8-Series Convertible, Hot Wheels, Jeep Wrangler pickup: Car News HeadlinesThe 2019 BMW 8-Series Convertible was uncovered this week. The grand tourer will make its formal debut later this month at the 2018 Los Angeles auto show and will arrive next March as a 2019 model. At launch, the big topless BMW will only come in one trim: the twin-turbo V-8-powered M850i xDrive...
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2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA, 2019 Lexus LX, 2018 McLaren 570S Spider: Car News HeadlinesMercedes-Benz is working on a redesign for its CLA compact sedan. Today we have the first spy shots of the wagon variant known as the CLA Shooting Brake. The new CLA is due out next year but sadly the wagon will likely skip the United States. The Lexus LX receives the Inspiration Series treatment...
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2019 Hyundai Veloster N, 2019 Ford GT, Chevy eCOPO Camaro: Car News HeadlinesThe first model from Hyundai's N performance division on sale in the United States is the 2019 Veloster N. It delivers up to 275 horsepower and was developed by a former BMW M engineering boss. Find out what it's like to drive in the links below. Ford's GT supercar will be available in Carbon...
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Ford Focus ST, Porsche 718 Cayman GT4, Lewis Hamilton F1 champion: Today's Car NewsFord is working on a new generation of the Focus ST and the latest prototypes are completely devoid of camouflage gear. Unfortunately we won't see the vehicle here as Ford no longer plans to offer any Focus variants in the country. Another vehicle we spied testing is Porsche's updated 718 Cayman...
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A new prototype for Land Rover's upcoming Range Rover Velar SVR has been spotted. The high-performance SUV is due out soon and should be bringing with it a 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 good for 550 horsepower. McLaren has finally unveiled the Speedtail. The car is billed as the spiritual successor to the F1 but measures almost 17 feet in length, which is equivalent to a full-size sedan. German tuner Abt Sportsline is bringing a hotted-up Audi RS 5 to the SEMA show. The highlight is an engine management tune that lifts output to 510 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque, up from 450 hp and 443...
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BMW Alpina B7, Ford F-150 Hoonitruck, McLaren 720S Track Pack: Today's Car NewsBMW is working on an update for its 7-Series and that means the Alpina version of the car, the B7, is also due for an update. Today we have new spy shots and video of the updated B7 which looks to be taking on a handsome, muscular look. Ken Block has revealed the latest vehicle developed by his...
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Ford Mustang hybrid, McLaren's next hypercar, Ford's "miracle" material: Car News HeadlinesFord teased what appears to be the upcoming Mustang hybrid in an advertisement. Buried in the ad is a quick shot of a Mustang that's never been seen. The front end features a smooth, rounded shape with a glowing pony badge. Under the hood appears to sit an electrified V-8 engine. Expect to hear...
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Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, Tesla Model 3 Mid Range, Huet Brothers Coupe: Car News HeadlinesA new photo of Ford's upcoming Mustang Shelby GT500 has surfaced and reveals the full face for the first time. The car debuts in early 2019 and will offer muscle car fans more than 700 horsepower. Tesla has added a more affordable option for its Model 3. It's called the Mid Range, and it has a...
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2018 Audi R8 V10 Plus, 2019 Ford Edge ST, Corvette ZR1 crate engine: Today's Car NewsAudi has a new Competition version of its range-topping R8 V10 Plus supercar, and just 10 are earmarked for the United States. There isn't any extra power but there's more downforce and less weight, which should result in better track times. SEMA is just around the corner, and this year Ford has...
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2019 BMW X7, 2019 Audi A8, Iranian Lamborghini: Car News HeadlinesBMW has launched biggest vehicle yet in the form of the 2019 X7. The full-size, three-row SUV is available to order now and will start delivery next March. Audi's redesigned A8 is finally ready for its local launch, though sadly some of the cool features the car is designed with may not make the...
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