Sean Szymkowski, Contributor
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The Dutch coachbuilder Vandenbrink is back again with another Ferrari-based creation, and it should delight those who miss the 612 Scaglietti's looks but want GTC4 Lusso functionality.
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Calling rich racers: 2019 Porsche 935 build slot for sale
One of only 77 build slots for the Porsche 935 track-only car is available, but the buyer will have to act quickly because delivery is scheduled for July 19.
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"Forza Horizon 4" goes Lego: Speed Champions expansion pack revealed
"Forza Horizon 4 Lego Speed Champions" turns the cars and scenery in the popular open-world racing game into Lego depictions of the real thing.
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BMW and Mini technicians to get smart glasses to expedite troubleshooting
BMW and Mini dealers will use new smart glasses that will allow technicians to consult with engineers to help diagnose and fix problems.
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Uber Copter to launch in NYC and fly passengers from Manhattan to airport
High-level Uber uses will soon be able to hail a helicopter to get to JFK airport, cutting commute times to 30 minutes.
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Mil-Spec and its reborn Hummers star on Jay Leno's Garage
The founders of Mil-Spec Automotive bring two of their vehicles to Jay Leno's Garage to recount the company's history and ride along with Jay.
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Audi's first electric SUV is subject to a new recall.
A recall has been issued for 1,644 2019 Audi e-tron SUVs for a potentially poor battery seal that could lead to a "thermal event" or "short...
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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class rolls in with $76,195 price
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes with a larger price tag than its predecessor, but it has more tech, more power, and a nicer interior.
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Lincoln design chief parts ways with brand
The man responsible for making Lincoln's look the way they look today has left the building.
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Rivians will be able to charge each other, auxiliary battery packs confirmed
With an auxiliary battery charge and sharing between vehicles, the Rivian R1T electric pickup will be more flexible with battery charging than other EVs.
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2020 Ram 1500 turbodiesel has 480 lb-ft of grunt
The 2020 Ram 1500's 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel leads the full-size pickup segment with 480 pound-feet of torque thanks to numerous updates.
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Honda Mean Mower Mk2 hits sets new 0-100 mph world record
This is the world's fastest gardening tool. The Honda Mean Mower Mk2 officially set a new 0-100 mph world record in Germany, with video evidence published to YouTube on Monday. Honda revealed its second-generation Mean Mower in March 2018 and said it was ready to have another crack at the world...
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Bugatti is building just 500 Chiron supercars, but for the one-percenter looking to stand out above the rest, the Mansory Bugatti Chiron is the ticket. Just be prepared to drop a few million...
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The Hellcat-swapped Mazda Miata lives and rips a massive burnout
Remember the YouTuber working on a Mazda Miata with a Hellcat engine swap? It runs, and it's alive and well. YouTube channel KARR posted two video updates of the pint-sized beast in action, and it's something pretty remarkable, to say the least. It started with a standard NB-generation Mazda MX-5...
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Watch how Rimac builds its supercars
Rimac, the Croatian EV tech supplier and supercar maker, is back with the second episode of its in-depth facility tour. While the first episode looked at design and engineering processes, episode two is all about the manufacturing process. It's a marvel to see, knowing that Rimac started with CEO...
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Rivian R1T will feature optional slide-out kitchen
In May we saw EV startup Rivian show off a rather nifty R1T pickup-based concept at the Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona. The electric truck concept featured a slide-out kitchen, and apparently, the company plans to make it a production option. On Twitter, Rivian's official handle replied...
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette, airless tires, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado turbodiesel: The Week In Reverse
We learned more about the mid-engine 2020 Chevrolet Corvette's secured ECU; GM and Michelin showed off their airless tire concept; the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 turbodiesel engine option got a price. It's the Week in Reverse, right here on Motor Authority. GM doesn't plan to cut anyone out with...
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2020 GMC Sierra HD hauls in lower starting price than previous model
The 2020 GMC Sierra HD cost $1,800 less than the outgoing model and adds more equipment, while the Denali version costs thousands more but adds even more features and now comes only with four-wheel drive.
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McLaren Special Operations has expanded its already lengthy list of performance parts to include a new High Downforce Kit.
The HDK option is exclusive to the McLaren 570S coupe and 570S Spider. It...
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New external airbags better protect against side-impact crashes
A new external airbag system developed by German supplier ZF could reduce the injury severity in often deadly side-impact crashes by up to 40 percent.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk hints third-party apps may come when company builds enough cars
As more Teslas hit the road, company CEO Elon Musk said third-party developers may create apps for the cars' infotainment system.
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Toyota and Subaru join forces for electric SUV
Toyota and Subaru announced plans to combine their engineering efforts on a new electric vehicle platform that will host a compact SUV for each brand.
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Apple files more car-related patents for door assemblies, battery floor
Apple's still patenting designs for an electric car.
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BMW rolls out list of M8 M Performance parts
Just after unveiling the 2020 M8, BMW has rolled out a slew of M performance parts for the big bruiser.
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