Joel Feder, Senior Producer
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We drove the 2017 Jaguar F-Pace crossover SUV; rumors of a new mid-engine Porsche 960 supercar resurfaced; and Acura celebrated its birthday with a new ad. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on...
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Bugatti Chiron, Speeding 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, 2017 Porsche Panamera Shooting Brake: The Week In ReverseWe heard the Bugatti Chiron start cold; someone received a very big speeding ticket in a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS; and we spied the 2017 Porsche Panamera Shooting Brake. It's The Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. The Lexus RX is a wildly popular luxury crossover SUV, and it's one of...
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Lap Daytona in the 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus with 360-degree viewHave you wanted to be one of the first in the U.S. to take a ride in the new 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus? Thanks to the wonders of technology, you're about to be. These days, new 360-degree video tech is giving people experiences they've never imagined, and now Audi's used that tech to offer a hot lap...
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Paul Walker's daughter awarded $10.1 million from Roger Rodas estateA judge ruled Friday that Paul Walker's daughter, Meadow, will receive $10.1 million from the estate of Roger Rodas, as part of a settlement agreement. In November of 2013 Paul Walker died in a fiery crash in a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT piloted by Rodas, a close friend and business partner. Jeff...
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Tesla Model 3, Nissan GT-R Nismo, heel-and-toe: The Week In ReverseTesla provided updated Model 3 pre-oder numbers; the Nissan GT-R Nismo set a new world record; and we receive a lesson on the art of heel-and-toe driving. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. It's only been a week since Tesla unveiled the Model 3 to the world and the Silicon...
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Judge says Porsche not at fault for crash that killed Paul Walker friend Roger Rodas
As most Motor Authority readers know, Paul Walker, famous for his role in the Fast & Furious movie franchise, died in a fiery car crash involving a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT back in November 2013. Walker was a passenger in the Carrera GT which was being driven by friend, business partner, and...
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The excitement surrounding the upcoming Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] Model 3 electric sedan is, well, electric. The Silicon Valley automaker started taking pre-orders for its next electric vehicle last...
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Tesla Model 3, Audi RS 7 from Hell, how to double clutch: The Week in ReverseTesla finally unveiled the Model 3 electric car; someone built the Audi RS 7 from Hell; and we learned how to double clutch. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. After what feels like forever, Tesla finally unveiled the upcoming Model 3 electric car. Viewed as its mainstream...
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2017 Nissan GT-R, 2017 Acura MDX, Lincoln Navigator concept: The Week In ReverseNissan unveiled the refreshed 2017 GT-R; Acura introduced an updated MDX with a hybrid option; and Lincoln showed off a Navigator concept. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. Nissan has given the GT-R its largest refresh since it was introduced in 2009. The updated car debuted...
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Ford Shelby GT-H revived for your rental car needsIt's been 50 years since the original Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] Shelby Hertz GT350-H made its debut. Dubbed the "Rent-A-Racer" and built in a partnership with Carroll Shelby's Shelby American, the GT350-H became a cult classic among collectors. Just 10 years ago Ford brought back the nameplate...
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Hear the Lamborghini Centenario's 759-hp V-12 engine roar: VideoEarlier this month Lamborghini took the wraps off its latest supercar, the Centenario. Now for the first time we finally have a chance to hear what this special Lamborghini sounds like. Spoiler alert: It's loud. ALSO SEE: Hear the Bugatti Chiron’s 8.0-liter W-16 engine roar: Video The...
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2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, 2016 Volvo XC90, 2017 Acura NSX: The Week In ReverseChevrolet announced the 2017 Camaro ZL1; We slipped behind the wheel of the 2016 Volvo XC90; and we finally drove the new 2017 Acura NSX. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. Chevrolet's wasting no time in launching new Camaro variants, and now it's the ZL1's turn. Returning as...
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Last week we brought you what might be patent images of Lamborghini's new special edition supercar, the Centenario LP 770-4. Now, courtesy of Marchettino, we might have our first real look at the new...
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Danica Patrick Drives For Lyft, Bugatti Vision GT Concept, Geneva Motor Show: The Week In ReverseDanica Patrick went undercover as a driver for Lyft; We heard the Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo concept start up; and we take a look at all the debuts coming next week at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. Imagine your Lyft driver showing up...
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2017 Audi R8 Spyder Spied Sans DisguiseWe've spied the second-generation Audi R8 Spyder quite a few times now, but to date the prototypes have always been heavily camouflaged. Thanks to Instagram user cars_in_nambia we have our first look at the upcoming drop-top supercar sans camouflage. Likely undergoing hot weather testing, the R8...
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This Woman Can Drive A Ferrari F40 In Heels, What's Your Excuse?: VideoSo you can't drive stick? Do you not #GiveAShift? You might feel like you have a valid excuse, but you likely don't. Not any more. ALSO SEE: The Bugatti Vision GT Concept Sounds So Glorious It Makes Angels Cry: Video This video, which turned up by CarScoops, shows a female wearing rather large...
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The Bugatti Vision GT Concept Sounds So Glorious It Makes Angels Cry: VideoNext week Bugatti will finally take the wraps off the new Chiron supercar. Last year we were given a preview of the Chiron in the form of the Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Concept at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. While we wait for the Chiron, we are treated to this video of the Vision Gran Turismo...
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Using Apple CarPlay: The Good, The Bad, The UglyFor years we've been asking why our cars' infotainment systems can't just operate like our smartphones. After what feels like eons, that day has finally arrived. For Apple iPhone users, the interface is called Apple CarPlay. The premise is simple: Connect your iPhone to the car and operate it...
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Three-row SUVs are today's station wagons. They do it all, from heavy-duty family hauling to light off-roading.
But having a third-row seat usually puts a damper on driving fun. And usually, that...
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Watch All 110 Crashes From The First Six Fast & Furious MoviesThe Fast & Furious franchise has been nothing short of amazing to watch as it's evolved. What started out as a movie with no plot featuring a bunch of street racers in Los Angeles has morphed into a 10-part saga that now feels like a cross between The Italian Job, Oceans 11, and XXX. Thanks to...
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Hennessey Creates 1,032-Horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT HellcatThe motto at Hennessey Performance must be something along the lines of: "There's no such thing as too much power." From Vipers and Corvettes to Raptors and the Venom GT, Hennessey will slap on turbos, superchargers, or whatever else you can afford to give you more power. The latest creation? A...
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2016 BMW M2, 2018 Volvo V90, 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE: The Week In ReverseWe drove the 2016 BMW M2; Volvo revealed the 2018 V90 station wagon; and the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE continued to make headlines. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. We finally slid behind the wheel of the new 2016 BMW M2. The questions weighing on everyone's mind were: Does...
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2017 Maserati Levante LeakedIt's no secret that Maserati has an SUV coming for 2017 and it's called the Levante. We've spotted it on the road and on the track, and we've even seen the patent drawings. Now, thanks to Autoweek.nl, we have leaked images of the production Levante. From the images we can see the design is not a...
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Even In The Snow, The Answer Is Always Mazda Miata: VideoI hear it all the time: "I put my sports car away for the winter. It doesn't do winter. It can't. It's rear-wheel drive." I've even heard this from Mazda Miata drivers. To every one of them I say this: You're wrong. Full disclosure: Mazda flew me out to beautiful Crested Butte, Colorado, put me up...
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