Viknesh Vijayenthiran, Editor
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Ford updates next-gen Taurus sold in China months after nameplate dropped in US Viknesh VijayenthiranFord ended production of the Taurus for North America in March, but the nameplate lives on in China where Ford's been selling a redesigned model since 2015.
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Apple reportedly made a bid for Tesla in 2013, might still be interestedOne could argue that Tesla is viewed as the Apple of the auto industry, even though the financial performance of each company is vastly different. But with the convergence of the auto and tech industries continuing to accelerate, could there be a case for the two companies to be merged? It seems...
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2020 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 spy shots and videoPorsche is close to revealing a new generation of the Cayman GT4 with a flat-6 engine and over 400 horsepower.
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FCA receives approval, tax breaks for next-gen Jeep productionFiat Chrysler Automobiles has received government support for production of four separate next-generation Jeep models in Detroit.
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2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport previewLand Rover's Discovery Sport has been updated with fresh styling, electrified power, and loads of new technology in the cabin.
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera special honors an original Bond carAston Martin has built a modern version of the olive green DBS that featured in 1969 James Bond movie "On Her Majesty’s Secret Service."
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2020 Porsche Cayenne Coupe, 2020 Audi Q5, 2020 BMW 5-Series: Car News Headlines Viknesh VijayenthiranPorsche has introduced the 2020 Cayenne Coupe as the latest challenger in the growing field of low-slung crossover SUVs. After taking one for a spin, it's clear the vehicle defines a high-end...
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More powerful V-8 on the way for BMW M550iFrom July 2019, BMW's M550i xDrive is about to get a big boost in power thanks to a new V-8 engine.
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Additional colors for Honda E revealed as reservations openEuropean residents can now reserve a Honda E ahead of start of deliveries in spring 2020.
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2020 Audi Q5 55 TFSI revealed as first of Audi's next-gen plug-in hybridsAfter years of promises, Audi is finally ready to roll out plug-in hybrid versions of its core models globally. They will feature the automaker's next-generation plug-in hybrid powertrain, and the first of them was confirmed on Tuesday as the Q5 55 TFSI e. Others will include A6-, and A7- and...
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2020 BMW M8 Convertible spy shots and videoA new generation of BMW's 8-Series has arrived, and soon it will be joined by a high-performance M8 variant as well. Here we see the new M8 Convertible undergoing its final tests.
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2020 Lincoln Corsair priced: Much-improved MKC replacement starts at $36,940Lincoln's Corsair is a much more substantial vehicle than the MKC it replaces, and the pricing reflects this.
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Ferrari hybrid, 2020 Karma Revero GT, 2020 Toyota Supra TRD parts: Today's Car News Viknesh VijayenthiranFerrari will launch a new hybrid supercar on May 31, and the performance is expected to eclipse that of the LaFerrari, Ferrari's first hybrid. This shouldn't be a surprise, as the 986-horsepower...
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Karma presents 2020 Revero GT in North America, announces battery-electric platformKarma is focused on extended-range electric cars at present but the company is readying a battery-electric platform for 2021.
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Get a taste of the explosive acceleration of the new hybrid FerrariFerrari will launch a new hybrid supercar on May 31, and the performance is expected to eclipse that of the LaFerrari.
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TRD rolls out first parts for the 2020 Toyota SupraHere's a first showcase of the accessories TRD and GR have planned for the reborn 2020 Toyota Supra.
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Terrorism concerns forced "The Grand Tour" to scrap a Middle Eastern adventure“The Grand Tour” has canceled plans to film a special in the Sinai Peninsula but an alternative location has been picked.
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Decision on pure electric BMW i8 reportedly coming soonBMW is keen to bring an electric sports car into the fold to serve as the brand's halo model. It's something we've been hearing for a while but know the automaker is close to making a decision.
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The newest car introduced by McLaren under its Track25 business plan is the brand's interpretation of a grand tourer. Unveiled this week, McLaren's new GT supercar packs over 600 horsepower and has...
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McLaren spied testing new hybridA tester for McLaren's next hybrid car has been spotted.
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2020 Ford Explorer, 2020 BMW M5 Edition 35, Usain Bolt's EV startup: Car News HeadlinesThe 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid cop car has enough power to catch the bad guys and incredibly grabby brakes that can throw a perp into a rear-seat barrier. That bodes well for the civilian version due in showrooms later this year. BMW's M5 nameplate has turned 35, and the German firm has celebrated...
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Cadillac XTS production to cease in OctoberIntroduced for 2013, the Cadillac XTS was hatched during GM’s bankruptcy days, with the car seen as a quick solution to fill the need for a large, comfy sedan that traditional Cadillac buyers sought.
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Usain Bolt's mobility company unveils an EVSince stepping down from the Olympic spotlight in 2017, sprinter Usain Bolt, who is still the fastest in the 100- and 200-meter events, has turned to investing, and one of his first endeavors is U.S.-based electric mobility company Bolt Mobility. On Thursday, Bolt unveiled a prototype for an...
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Book celebrating Bentley's centennial costs more than a Continental GTBentley is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding this year and one of the highlights planned is the launch of a special book, an opus of stories and photographs that detail Bentley's past and also its future. How much content are we talking about? The book, referred to as “The...
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