Nelson Ireson, Senior Editor
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Is The Cadillac ELR A Failure? After 5 Mos. Of Sales, Two Years Of Stock Sitting On Lots Nelson IresonThe Cadillac ELR is, to our eyes, a very good-looking car. It’s not quite beautiful, but its proportions, details, and overall theme just work. Its performance and gas mileage both come up just...
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BMW Vision Gran Turismo Joins The GT6 RanksIf you’re not already trying to race your way into a pro seat with Gran Turismo, you’ve probably made plans to do so at some point. But whether you’re a hardcore driving sim fan or just a casual gamer, you’ll love BMW’s latest addition to Gran Turismo 6: the Vision...
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Big Block Smart Car Pulls Wheelies, Sounds Like The ApocalypseThe Smart ForTwo is the butt of many jokes, often for good reason. Recently, it's even become the target of some malicious practical jokers in San Francisco. This is one Smart car that's not taking any guff, however. ALSO SEE: Audi 200 Turbo Tears Up A Snow-Covered Mountain: Video Okay, so it's a...
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Porsche’s Secret 911 Type 965 V-8 Prototype: VideoWhile the idea of stuffing a V-8 engine into a Porsche 911 is nothing new—owners have been doing it for ages, and RUF even offered one in 2010—the idea that Porsche almost did exactly that itself is something not everyone might know. Here, we get a look at the secret prototype for a...
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2015 Ford Mustang Order Guide Reveals ‘EcoBoost’ Name, Performance Package InfoThe new generation of the Mustang is soon to arrive on our nation’s streets, bringing with it independent rear suspension, sharp new looks, and, as every enthusiast is eagerly awaiting, a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine. That turbo four Mustang will be called the Mustang EcoBoost...
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New Batmobile Sneak Peek: 'Batman Vs. Superman' Director Gives Early Look: New PhotoThe next installment in both the Batman and Superman franchises is coming soon, directed by Zack Snyder. Set to pit two of the world’s favorite superheros against each other, the Batman vs. Superman film will also contain (at least) one special treat for car lovers: a new Batmobile...
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The crash that killed Paul Walker and fellow racer and team owner Roger Rodas last year was a tragic, unnecessary thing. But now Rodas’ widow is suing Porsche, claiming the 2005 Carrera GT...
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Take A First-Person Lap In A Prototype At Laguna Seca: VideoHere’s yourchance to see what a race driver sees from the wheel of a prototype car at the famous Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, courtesy of Scott Sharp and a prototype visor cam. DON'T MISS: Hennessey's Emotional Journey To Break The World Speed Record With Venom GT: Video From the cockpit of...
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Hennessey’s Emotional Journey To Break The World Speed Record With The Venom GT: VideoThe Venom GT is Hennessey’s completely over the top hypercar take on the Lotus Elise’s platform. Extensive customization, monstrous horsepower, and more than a small dose of engineering ingenuity went into its creation, but that was just the beginning. Next, it had to set a world...
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2015 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Special Edition Announced Ahead Of New 2016 CTS-V Next YearThe all-new Cadillac CTS is an utterly impressive car—perhaps even more so than its predecessor, which reawakened the world’s recognition of the brand as a true luxury car company. Soon, an all-new CTS-V will join the upgraded CTS, but in the meantime, a special edition model of the...
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Jim Clark’s Lotus 49 Crashed At MonacoRacing used to be a very different sort of sport, even at the highest levels. The pros in Formula 1 didn’t just drive F1 races—they often moonlighted in Formula 2 or other series, both for fun and profit. That’s how Jim Clark, one of the most legendary drivers of all time, met his...
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The Last Jaguar XJ220 Ever Built Is For SaleJaguar’s cars have been getting better and better over the past half-dozen years, but even with the sporty goodness of the F-Type Coupe R or the end-of-life agglomeration of the XKR-S GT, there’s nothing like the over-the-top world-beating supercar that was the XJ220. This is the last...
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“May the fourth be with you,” said every Star Wars geek at least a dozen times last weekend. Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of crossover between Star Wars geeks and car geeks,...
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‘Pride Of The Jaguar’ Is One Man’s Epic 22-Year Journey To His Ideal 1957 Jaguar Mark 1: VideoThe love of cars has driven many of us to do things that are hard to explain to the non-car folks. Jim Jones’ 22-year effort to restore a catastrophically deteriorated 1957 Jaguar Mark 1 is something anyone can appreciate for its dedication, attention to detail, and passion for a job done...
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Audi R8 LMX: World’s First Standard Laser Headlights, Performance UpgradesThe Audi R8 LMX is locked in a duel with the BMW i8 for the world's first laser headlights. Which will win?
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The Deadliest Driver In History Isn’t What You Expect: VideoThere’s nothing funny about dangerous drivers. We here at Motor Authority regularly caution our readers to take care behind the wheel, whether driving with spirit or simply commuting. But this driver isn’t driving a car, and he’s not endangering any (real) lives. It’s...
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BMW Solar Charging Carport Concept Is Stunning Functional ArtSo you have a new BMW i3 or i8 in your driveway, and you’re loving the freedom the electric-drive capability gives you—but you’d like to be even greener? BMW DesignworksUSA has the answer with its stunningly simple, high-tech solar carport. MUST SEE: 2015 BMW i8 Production Mega...
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Learn The Secrets Of The Nissan GT-R NISMO From Its 'Ring-Tuning Expert: VideoThe Nürburgring-Nordschleife has become the world's development standard for sports cars and supercars, with lap times becoming banners to wave at the competition. Manufacturers seem to love the course because it offers a wide variety of terrain, speeds, and conditions in which to test and...
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German boutique sports car maker Wiesmann, creator of the odd but iconic MF4 and MF5, has finally gone out of business after a drawn out insolvency.
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Mid-Engine Honda S660 To Enter Production In 2015: Tiny Forbidden FruitRejoice or mourn, depending on your take: the mid-engine Honda S660 sports car will be built, according to a new report. But it probably won't be heading to the U.S. With the exit of the S2000 from Honda's range in 2009, there have been no true sports cars from the brand--the closest offering being...
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2015 Lamborghini Huracán first drive reviewYou slide into the low, bolstered seat, flip up the aircraft-style cover, press the start button, and hear the V-10 engine roar to life. Bump the steering wheel mode selector to Corsa, pull the right paddle, and off you go, down the pit lane at Ascari, ready to hit the track behind an Aventador...
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Ariel Atom 3.5R Upgrades Power, Suspension, Gearbox, TiresFor wind-in-your-face motoring with a decidedly modern bent, there are few cars that offer more smiles per dollar than the Ariel Atom. Soon, it will see yet another upgrade to the new 3.5R specification, bringing improved handling and performance. Based on the Atom 3.5 introduced in late 2012...
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Glow In The Dark Roads? Not So FastThe idea of roads that glow in the dark is one any kid (or kid-at-heart adult) can appreciate, as well as a possible boon to safety. But the pilot project in the Netherlands has run into a serious stumbling block: the roads go dark when they get too wet. ALSO SEE: 2015 BMW i8 Production Mega...
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30th Anniversary BMW M5: Official Details On The 600-HP Super SedanThe BMW M5 has undergone many changes over the years, growing in both size and power. To celebrate the M5’s 30 years on the market, BMW has built a special “30 Jahre M5” edition, and it’s the most powerful production car the brand has ever offered. ALSO SEE: 2015 BMW i8...
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