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French automaker Renault last year unveiled a concept that not only marked the 60th anniversary of its Alpine performance brand but also previewed a new sports car to be sold under the brand starting from 2017. This week, a second concept, this time better representing the production model, was revealed. It’s called the Alpine Vision concept and it’s due to be presented at next month’s 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Inspiration for the design of the concept plus the production version it heralds—tipped to be called the Alpine AS1—comes from the Alpine A110 Berlinette of...
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Tesla Model X With Ludicrous Mode Runs The Quarter Mile In 11.61 Seconds: VideoThe Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] Model S has proven itself in drag races against all kinds of high-performance cars, but what about Tesla's new Model X hatch? It may be a bit taller and heavier than the Model S, but the Model X shares the sedan's powertrains. That includes a P90D performance option...
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2017 Maserati Levante Spy Shots And VideoThese are the latest spy shots and video of prototypes for Maserati’s upcoming SUV, the Levante, which will enter production in the coming months and—hopefully—go on sale before the year is out, as a 2017 model. Earlier shots showed a test mule but now the Levante is wearing a...
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Ferrari GTC4 Lusso makes Villa Erba debut: VideoFerrari’s [NYSE:RACE] updated FF, the GTC4 Lusso, is due for a world debut at next month’s 2016 Geneva Motor Show. However, the car has already been shown to loyal customers at a private event held Monday night at the famous Villa Erba, on the shores of Lake Como. On hand to present it...
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Jay Leno drives rare Jaguar XJ220 supercarIt might be hard to imagine today but at one point Jaguar had a supercar in its lineup that was not only the fastest car in production but also the record holder at the Nürburgring. The reason why it’s hard to imagine today is that the car was offered almost three decades ago and there...
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2017 Kia Niro hybrid revealed, promises 50 MPG combinedPreviewed in concept form almost three years ago, Kia’s first dedicated hybrid, the Niro, has finally been revealed. It’s a compact crossover that isn’t related to any other model in Kia’s lineup. In fact, it’s said to have a dedicated platform. The Niro is set to go...
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There hasn’t been a Ferrari [NYSE:RACE] world champion in Formula One since 2007, when Kimi Räikkönen took top honors. The Finn will be with the Italian team in 2016, and by his side will be German driver Sebastian Vettel. ALSO SEE: 1957 Ferrari 335 S Sells For $36M--The Second Highest Price For A Car At Auction The engineers at Scuderia Ferrari have been working hard over the winter to develop the new car for the two world champion drivers. Recently, they fired up the new power unit that will be fitted to the car. You can hear it roar in this teaser video. The power unit in...
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2017 Nissan Armada returns as rebadged PatrolAfter a brief hiatus, Nissan’s full-size Armada SUV is making a return. The latest generation was unveiled today at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. It's set to go on sale later this year, as a 2017 model. Importantly, it’s no longer related to Nissan’s Titan workhorse, though it still...
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2017 Ram Power Wagon gets a newer, tougher faceIt may not have the speed of Ford Motor Company's [NYSE:F] F-150 Raptor, but the Ram Power Wagon is an impressive off-roader in its own right. And for the 2017 model year, Ram unveiled some upgrades for this big truck. The 2017 Ram Power Wagon, which debuted today at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show...
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France To Build More Than 600 Miles Of Solar Roads: VideoImagine a future where the electricity powering your home is generated from the miles of road lining your neighborhood. That’s entirely possible according to French transport giant Colas which has developed a road surface lined in solar cells. Colas is now working with the French government...
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Chevy COPO Camaro Drag Racer Tested At The Strip: VideoAttention all you devotees of the 1,320-foot stretch of asphalt. A new factory-built mean machine is heading your way. It's the 2016 Chevrolet COPO Camaro drag racer, and it looks to be bringing serious heat. The car was recently sent over to a drag strip for testing, and it managed to rip off an...
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Jay Leno Drives The 500-Horsepower Rezvani Beast: VideoWe wouldn’t be surprised if Jay Leno has driven more cars than anyone else on the planet, but even he is still thoroughly impressed with the Beast from American sports car startup Rezvani. It’s the Ariel Atom-based, carbon fiber-bodied mean machine with a power-to-weight ratio...
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The Nissan GT-R, as it comes from the factory, is quite a beast. It's capable of accelerating to 60 miles per hour from a standstill in less than three seconds. This Japanese two-door has tremendous lateral grip, and it will show you just how much on its Gran Turismo-designed center screen display. Still, for some folks out there, more is always better. A modified GT-R can do insane things. On occasion, it can even do its best fire-breathing dragon impression. WATCH: Fire Breathing Nissan GT-R Plays In The Snow: Video A rose gold-wrapped GT-R was in for dyno testing in the United Kingdom...
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Volvo Amazon Packs A Two-Stroke Marine V-8 Surprise: VideoWe love engine swaps, especially when the owner is thinking a bit differently. Everyone and their grandmother can swap an LS motor into a car. It takes a special type of thinking to work with a different set of parts. One man in Sweden is going in a direction we never would've considered, but now...
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2017 BMW Alpina B7 xDrive Revealed With 600 HorsepowerFor BMW fans lamenting the automaker’s decision not to build an M7, take solace in the fact that semi-official tuner Alpina, which has been making BMWs go faster for more than 50 years now, offers up a genuine alternative in the form of the B7 xDrive. Now a new generation of the BMW Alpina B7...
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Watch The Car Ads That Debuted During Super Bowl 50: VideoThe Super Bowl is big business, particularly for automakers who each year line up to pay millions of advertising dollars for a bit of airtime. While in past years there were always the luxury brands trying to outdo each other, this year they’ve mostly taken a backseat and left the task up to...
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Here's an ad for a new DeLorean... in 2016The Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act is truly a wonderful piece of legislation if you're a lover of all things automotive. It means that all of those kit, replica, and small batch companies have a nearly free path to create excellent motoring machines. It means a company like...
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Ferrari California T Chases The Dunes: VideoIf you’re in the market for an exotic sports car but aren’t looking to go down the flashy supercar route, Ferrari’s [NYSE:RACE] California is a great option, especially those versions designated a California T. The California T addresses the original California’s somewhat...
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With Hyundai the official sponsor of Super Bowl 50, it’s understandable that the automaker would have more than one costly spot running during the game. We’ve already seen Hyundai’s spot for the 2017 Elantra and now we have our first look at a spot for the 2016 Genesis. What’s odd is that Hyundai has chosen to promote a car that’s set to undergo an update later this year, an update that will include both a brand and name change. For the 2017 model year, the svelte sedan will adopt the G80 name and join the larger G90 over at Hyundai’s new Genesis luxury...
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Aston Martin DB9 Final Drive: 2016 GT Variant A Fitting Way To Say GoodbyeNo... I'm not the one saying goodbye here, sorry to disappoint you. It's the Aston Martin DB9 that is bowing out. That's not a sad statement either, as its departure opens the door for a more modern and wonderful replacement. Aston Martin has been producing the DB9 from 2004 all the way up through...
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Koenigsegg Designs The World's Most Expensive Car KeyThe key fob for a number of high-end vehicles can often cause a bit of a stir. That's because there's potentially big money being spent on these optional extras. Go price out a Porsche and you can get a key made that looks like your very vehicle. Buy an Aston Martin and you'll be starting your car...
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New R8 Stars In Audi's Super Bowl 50 Spot: VideoAudi has had mixed results with its Super Bowl spots over the years—we’re still trying to forget last year’s Doberhuahua shocker—but this year the automaker looks like it has a hit with Commander. The 60-second ad, which will air during the first quarter of Super Bowl 50...
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Jay Leno Revealed As One Of The 37 Owners Of A 2015 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R: VideoAnyone familiar with the latest Mustang Shelby GT350 will know that Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] built only 137 examples for the 2015 model year, with just 37 of these being the more hardcore GT350R variant. The number 37 represents the number of original Shelby GT350Rs built by Carroll Shelby back...
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Hyundai & MINI Hire Some Big Names For Super Bowl 50: VideoWhen it comes to Super Bowl spots, animals and celebrities tend to be the two most popular options. We’ll be seeing both during Super Bowl 50, where on February 7 the Carolina Panthers will take on the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Yesterday, we saw...
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