Sean Szymkowski, Contributor
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Often while playing with toys as kids the thought ran through our minds: I wish these were real. That was especially true when playing with Hot Wheels. Adventures unfolded thanks to a bit of...
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Forgotten 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR for sale with only 6 milesThere are barn finds, and then there is finding a 1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR with a half dozen miles on its odometer and almost 25 years of dust on its body. This is not a drill; it is forgotten no more and is actually headed to the auction block. RM Sotheby's will see off this 911 Carrera RSR...
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Now's your chance to work for KoenigseggAdmit it: as a youngster you dreamed of building, designing, working on, or simply being around high-performance cars. If you are still compelled and determined to do so, it may not have to be a dream much longer. Koenigsegg is going on quite a hiring spree seeking out 40 new additions to its...
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Dyno reveals Hennessey's Exorcist Camaro ZL1 puts down 959 hp at rear wheelsHennessey Performance Engineering had one goal when it announced the arrival of the Exorcist Camaro ZL1: Cast out the demon. The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon, that is. On paper, it sure looks like it has enough to answer the Dodge Demon's call. HPE revealed the Exorcist Camaro ZL1 would make...
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Latest 'Cars 3' trailer shows Lightning McQueen's triumphant returnLightning McQueen is coming back to the silver screen this summer, in "Cars 3," and this time our favorite animated race car is dealing with a fall from grace. As a new generation of racers leaves McQueen at the back of the pack, it seems his racing days are long past the checkered flag. But, eager...
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This man daily drives a Ferrari 308 GTB in BangkokDedication. That's what it takes to pilot a Ferrari 308 GTB every single day through the busy streets of Bangkok, Thailand. It's quite a special Ferrari to call a daily driver, too. Chayanin Debhakam owns the yellow 308 GTB and was set on owning one from the moment he decided on purchasing a...
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There's always room for another restomod in the automotive world, especially when the attention detail is akin to what we have here. This custom 1966 Buick Riviera stopped by Jay Leno's Garage and it...
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Watch how a Pagani Huayra BC gets delivered to its new ownerVery, very carefully. That's how we would describe the process of delivering the first Pagani Huayra BC to come to the United States. We could end the story there, but we won't since there is more to the process. But indeed, the Pagani Huayra BC gets extra special handling and care--as it should...
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Mercedes-Benz introduces Google Home, Amazon Alexa connectivityAs the internet of things continues to invade our daily lives, companies are taking advantage of the seamlessness that technology can offer for customers. To capitalize on the potential, Mercedes-Benz is integrating Google Home and Amazon Alexa connectivity with its native vehicle services. It's...
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The 2018 Corvette ZR1's exhaust is too loud for the 'RingIt seems the big brute that is the 2018 C7 Corvette ZR1 is a tad too loud for the Nürburgring Nordschleife, judging by the interesting pipes attached to the center-exit exhaust. We may love the loud sounds, but noise restrictions at the Green Hell put a stop to it all quite quickly. This is...
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Tesla taking a huge risk with Model 3 productionTesla is often known as an unconventional automaker, which can be traced to many facets of its operations. However, the electric car company's unconventional procedures surrounding the much-hyped Model 3 represents a major gamble. It turns out Tesla will skip the normal production procedure of...
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Waymo seeks human passengers to beta test its self-driving minivanAs technology companies and automakers race to be the first to introduce a mass-market driverless vehicle, Waymo is taking a significant step toward an autonomous future. Waymo, the self-driving car subsidiary of Google parent company Alphabet, has announced it is now accepting applications to be a...
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Looking for a car-themed vacation? Look no further. No only does this Norwegian cruise ship whisk its passengers to the wide open sea, but it offers solace for those who can't go a day without a bit...
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Porsche dealers are clamoring for a five-seat Panamera hatchbackAutomakers seem to be in the business of giving consumers choices once again. Among those choices: A handful of marques have decided to try and reignite the old love affair with the wagon here in the U.S. That includes Buick and its new Regal TourX wagon. On the luxury and performance end of the...
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Watch the 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE setting its 'Ring lap timeThe 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE has returned to the Nürburgring, and it's ready to take some names. Following the Camaro ZL1's stellar performance at The Green Hell, where the car clocked a 7.29.60 time, the Camaro ZL1 1LE with its added track capability is likely to only shave precious time...
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Hoonigan and Fiat are looking for a female driver to go racing this summerCalling all lady hoonigans. Your talent is needed. Hoonigan is on the hunt to fill the driver's seat of its Fiat 124 Spider Abarth rally car and it's seeking out a female driver. The 124 Spider Abarth rally car boasts 400 horsepower and needs the right driver to tame the rear tires on a racetrack...
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The Rock and Jason Statham are getting a 'Fast & Furious' spinoffThe "Fast and Furious" franchise has come a long way from its humble, Southern California street racing roots. After all the destruction, mayhem, and high-flying stunts found in the latest installment, "The Fate of the Furious," there's not only more of that coming, but a spin-off series, too...
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Watch a stock 2017 Chevy Camaro ZL1 run 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, then hit 180 mphIt's safe to say the engineers on the Chevrolet Camaro program have successfully executed one beast of a car. If that wasn't already apparent from its on-paper specs, and the fact we even found it too fast to be fun in some cases, this 0-180 mph acceleration video should do the trick to convince...
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Tesla may have garnered buzz surrounding the announcement it will reveal a semi truck in September, but Toyota this week showed how it imagines revolutionizing the trucking industry.
This hunk of...
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Honda investing $124 million for new wind tunnel in OhioThings are about to be a bit breezier at the Transportation Research Center in Ohio. Honda has announced a $124 million investment for a multi-functional aeroacoustic wind tunnel facility for future product development. The new wind tunnel will aid Honda in the engineering of not only more fuel...
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Tesla issues recall for 53,000 Model S, Model X over parking brake issueTesla has issued a voluntary recall of some 53,000 Model S and Model X vehicles because the parking brake may remain stuck and engaged. This marks the electric vehicle automaker's first recall of 2017. Green Car Reports states the vehicles potentially affected by the sticking parking brake were...
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Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 replica is a testament to the golden era of rally racingGroup B rally racing is often referred to as the golden era of rallying. Established in 1982 by the FIA, the short-lived Group B era birthed some of the most legendary rally racers even to this day. That includes the famed Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2. The Sport Quattro in the video from Petrolicious...
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The 2018 Jaguar F-Type's new 4-banger doesn't sound half badSticking a 4-cylinder engine under the sleek hood of the Jaguar F-Type has not only made the British marque's sports car more affordable, it retains a decent snarl, too. Jaguar revealed the 2018 F-Type would be offered with its Ingenium turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine at the 2017 New York...
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2018 Subaru WRX priced from $27,855, WRX STI from $36,995Sport sedan buyers, rejoice. Subaru has officially announced pricing for the 2018 WRX and WRX STI and they don't deviate much from the 2017 model year. For those looking to step into rally car inspired performance, the 2018 Subaru WRX will start at $27,855, which includes destination. For under...
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