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SRT has increased the base price of the 2014 Viper to $101,309, which excludes the $2,600 gas guzzler tax but includes destination. While the base price has increased, pricing for the Viper GTS model has remained the same as last year at $122,390. The price increase reflects the additional standard equipment for 2014 such as HD Radio, navigation, and a backup camera. Audi released a second sneak preview of the 2015 A8 luxury sedan. Set to be revealed at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, the revised A8 will feature updated styling and new technology. The teaser video shows the car under wraps, but...
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2014 Jaguar XFR-S, Ayrton Senna's Acura NSX, BMW X4 Spied: Today's Car NewsOne of the most famous race car drivers of all time is Ayrton Senna, and a first-generation Acura NSX has popped up on eBay with a claim that Senna was the original owner. In fact, the driver-side floor mat supposedly still has Senna's footprint on it. If this isn't a collector's item we don't know...
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Subaru BRZ tS Concept, Infiniti Q30 Concept, Tesla Q2 Financials: Car News HeadlinesInfiniti released a sketch of the Q30 concept, which will make its debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show next month. The concept previews Infiniti's upcoming compact car due in 2015. The car's design is described as "slender, sleek and seductive." Subaru dashed the dreams of many when we learned...
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BMW i8 Specs, 2014 MINI Cooper, Crashed Corvette Stingray: Today's Car NewsBMW released specifications for its new i8 plug-in hybrid sports car, and it's going to be impressive. With an estimated 0-60 mph time of 4.5 seconds, and the ability to get up to 95 mpg in the European cycle, the i8 will be one fuel-efficient sports car. BMW will reveal the i8 soon as it makes its...
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Fake Ferraris, 2015 Porsche Cayenne, Last 2014 Shelby GT500: Car News HeadlinesThe new 2015 Ford Mustang is coming soon, which means the current model will be leaving the market. Ford announced that the last 2014 Shelby GT500 Convertible to be made will hit the auction block to help raise funds for the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). This vehicle could become a...
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Subaru BRZ STI, Acura NSX Prototype, 2015 Ford Mustang: Today's Car NewsWe've spied the 2014 Subaru BRZ STI testing in various stages of development, but now we have confirmation it's coming soon. Two teaser images of the car were posted to the Subaru Technica International website, though both teaser images were named BRZ tS teaser, suggesting this might not actually...
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The 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT "Hellcat" has been spied in testing. What is a Hellcat? It's apparently one very mean, very powerful engine headed for the Dodge Challanger. BMW's 2014 328d diesel sedan doesn't just get 45 mpg on the highway. It also costs a touch under $40,000 to start. Is this the ultimate combo of luxury, efficiency, and price? Ford's upcoming Mustang will get a four-cylinder EcoBoost turbocharged option. A new video lets us hear a 2015 Mustang in testing that certainly sounds like it has turbo-four power. All of this and more can be found in today's car news headlines from...
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Gallardo Squadra Corse, 2014 BMW 328d, 2015 Ford Mustang Video: Car News HeadlinesLamborghini has unveiled another special-edition Gallardo, this time based on their Super Trofeo race cars, called the Squadra Corse. It's bred to be as close to the race car as possible, while still being street legal--and relatively comfortable. BMW's new 328d diesel luxury sedan has been rated...
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2016 Mercedes-Benz MLC, 2014 Porsche Macan, McLaren-Honda Talks: Today's Car NewsA new SUV is in development at Mercedes-Benz, and its working title is MLC. Due in 2015 as a 2016 model, the MLC is aimed at the BMW X6 and its four-door-coupe-UV ilk. Porsche's own smaller crossover/SUV is on its way, too: the 2014 Macan. Spied again in testing, this time essentially undisguised...
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2015 Porsche Macan Turbo, Acura NSX, 2014 Toyota Tundra: Car News HeadlinesThe 2015 Porsche Macan Turbo has been spied in testing again. Are you excited for a midsized crossover from Porsche? Can it be the giant hot hatch you never knew you always wanted? Acura's NSX prototype has been shown off in a pair of new--but very brief--social media videos. That growl is pretty...
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2014 BMW i3, Lamborghini Veneno Roadster, Hamilton Wins In Hungary: Today's Car NewsWe finally have the full official details on the 2014 BMW i3, and it's a pretty impressive package on paper. But will it drive like a true BMW, or will it succumb to its eco-conscious, high-tech design parameters? Lamborghini may be working on a Veneno Roadster. Why? Because they can, and because...
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Acura NSX Prototype, Ferrari 458 Scuderia Spied, Senna's Ghost: Todays Car NewsAcura's NSX has moved from teaser-concept status into running prototype--and it'll hit the track in public at Mid Ohio next month. Are you excited about the hybrid super/sports car or does the NSX formula leave you wanting more? The Ferrari 458 Scuderia has been spied in testing, but it's not the...
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Aston Martin and AMG have signed a letter of intent for cooperation--mostly seeing Aston Martin gaining access to AMG's stable of high-power engines. Will this mark a new direction for Aston? The 2015 Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe has been spied several times before, but the latest images comes straight from the Mercedes-Benz USA chief Steve Cannon during testing in Death Valley. Corvette's new Stingray will get a GT3 racing version built to FIA standards soon, but it will be built by the German branch of Callaway. How will the C7 Corvette hang in international GT competition? We'll find out...
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Cadillac Logo, BMW i3 Leaked, Bugatti Celebrates: Today's Car NewsBugatti is planning to celebrate the men who have shaped its history, by launching six new special edition models based on the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. The new model series will be called the Les Légendes de Bugatti (Bugatti Legends) and the first car was named after racing driver...
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BMW i3, Mitsubishi Evo XI, Range Rover Convertible: Today's Car NewsDue in showrooms next spring, the 2014 BMW i3 electric car has been priced from $42,275, including a $925 destination charge. That price doesn't include federal or state incentives which will bring the price down significantly. A more expensive model with a gasoline range-extender will be available...
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BMW 4-Series M, 2015 Mercedes S Class Pullman, 2014.5 Mustang: Today's Car NewsThe 2014 BMW 4-Series is on its way, and it will have a full complement of M Performance parts when it does. Will you be lining up for a two-door BMW with a new even-numbered badge? Mercedes-Benz appears to be working on an even longer extended-wheelbase version of the new S Class, due for the 2015...
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2016 Jaguar XS, Beetle GSR, 2015 VW Phaeton: Car News HeadlinesJaguar's working on an entry-level sedan positioned below the XF, to be called the XS. Due for the 2016 model year, the XS is expected to be light and quick--but can it face down the American and German competition? The Volkswagen Beetle GSR has been priced, and while it's no bargain, it might just...
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2014 Mercedes S63 AMG, McLaren P1 XP2R, Ford Tweaks Hybrids: Today's Car NewsThe 2014 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG has been unveiled, finally, revealing a luxury sedan that hits 60 mph in as little as 3.9 seconds thanks to a beast of a twin-turbo V-8 engine. McLaren may have a hotter P1 in the works, or at least a solid attempt at a 'Ring run coming--either way, we've spotted an...
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The 2015 Lexus RC F, the coupe version of the Lexus IS with F performance upgrades, has been spied testing on the Nordschleife and on German city streets. What will the high-performance Lexus coupe be capable of? Porsche's upcoming 991 upgrade to the 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is coming, and we have spy shots of it, too, showing the car in testing, also on the 'Ring. We already know most of what to expect thanks to the Turbo S coupe's unveiling, and our spy shots show the car completely undisguised. The 2014 BMW M4 is coming to replace the M3 Coupe, and it will be an interesting, and possibly...
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Goodwood Festival Of Speed, Formula E, McLaren P1: Today's Car NewsThe Goodwood Festival of Speed was in full automotive glory over the weekend, with everything from the Alfa Romeo 4C to the Porsche 918 Spyder taking a pass through the grounds and up the hill. We have a boatload of coverage for you in photos and video. Formula E is coming, and now has a finalized...
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Bentley Continental GT3, 2014 Mazda3 Sedan, 2014 BMW M3 Spied: Today's Car NewsThe 2014 Bentley Continental GT3 race car is finally official, and it looks like it's well-equipped for the fiece competition that is international GT racing. Will the 600-horsepower racer have what it takes? We'll all find out next season. Mazda's 2014 Mazda3 sedan has hit the web, and like its...
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Toddler Buys Sprite, 2014 Land Rover LR4 Spied, BMW CAT Outdoor: Car News HeadlinesA 14-month old girl bought a classic Austin-Healey Sprite with her father's mobile phone--and got to keep the car. It looks like it should be just about ready by the time she gets her license. Cool. The 2014 Land Rover LR4 has been spied in testing, showing us what to expect from the next update of...
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McLaren 12C GT, Jaguar Project 7, Grand Theft Auto V: Today's Car NewsThe McLaren 12C GT Sprint isn't your typical special-edition supercar. It's been completely upgraded by McLaren GT, the company's racing arm, for full-on track-day duty. Jaguar's Project 7 is another factory-born race-focused special, but it's a one-off design concept. Even if it's not a production...
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2014 Corvette Stingray EPA Rated, 2015 Acura TLX Spied: Car News HeadlinesThe 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray can achieve up to 30 mpg as delivered from the factory (when equipped with the 7-speed manual transmission) and earns an EPA highway rating of 29 mpg. Can any other car challenge the Corvette's combination of power and efficiency? Acura's 2015 TLX has been spied...
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