Sean Szymkowski, Contributor
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Let this sink in for a moment: Ford's bonkers GT supercar actually makes less horsepower than a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. It's true; the numbers don't lie.
A Camaro ZL1 leaves the factory with 650...
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Watch a Bentley Mulsanne come to life on the assembly lineThe Bentley Mulsanne isn't your typical automobile. It aims to redefine what luxury means. In fact, it's referred to as a "pinnacle car," rather a "luxury car." This is the pinnacle of Bentley's capability. It's not uncommon for the production process of a Bentley Mulsanne to approach 400 hours of...
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Daimler invests in Volocopter flying car companyIt seems Daimler wants a piece of the flying car market as it has sunk a $30 million investment into the German start-up Volocoptor. Volocoptor's ultimate goal is to develop a battery-electric flying taxi that could revolutionize transport. The goal is far from being realized, but Daimler, the...
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Mercedes-Benz has 3D-printed a replacement part out of metal3D printing is poised to redefine numerous industries and has the potential to significantly impact manufacturing processes. Today, Mercedes-Benz took another major step in the transformation of manufacturing: it 3D printed a replacement part from metal. Not only that, but Mercedes-Benz says the...
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12 Lexus LFAs remain unsold in the USDepending on who you ask, the Lexus LFA was either a remarkable achievement or a sales dud. Toyota spent a decade combing through its F1 program to take the best of its expertise and apply that knowledge to a road car. There's no denying the car is a technological marvel and an incredible machine...
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Go inside the Rolls-Royce buying processMost of us will never be fortunate enough to experience the Rolls-Royce buying process, but at least the brand is kind enough to show us how it all goes down. In this video, Rolls-Royce's Bespoke Sales Manager for North American and Europe, Nick Osy de Zegwaart, takes viewers inside the company's...
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The inline-4 engine has become a standard powertrain across most automakers' vehicle lineups, due mostly to its small size and efficiency.
But, have you ever wondered how inline-4 engine actually...
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The Nismo team rebuilt its crashed GT-R GT3 race car in 12 hoursThe Nismo team suffered a massive blow before the 24 Hours of Spa, but hard work and extreme dedication brought its Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 race car back to life in just half a day. For those who missed it, the number-22 GT-R GT3 fell victim to a tire puncture as it entered Eau Rouge during practice...
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One of 3 Aston Martin Vulcans in the US is on sale againNow is your chance to own one of just 24 Aston Martin Vulcans ever produced, and this time it may even be a bargain for supercar enthusiasts. This is, in fact, the same Aston Martin Vulcan that was offered at Mecum Monterey in 2016: car No. 11 of 24 built and one of three Vulcans delivered to the...
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Gordon Murray design exhibition to celebrate 50 years of iconic carsGordon Murray has been more than a landmark figure in the automotive industry: at times, he has simply defined how supercars are engineered and designed. Now, his career to date will come to a crescendo at the Gordon Murray design exhibition. The exhibit will take place on November 3, 2017, at...
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Tesla Model S tapped as U-2 spy plane chase carThe Lockheed U-2 spy plane is no easy plane to pilot—especially during takeoff and landings. This is because the plane is extremely sensitive to crosswinds and has a tendency to lift even when the spoilers and flaps are set for descent. The latter forces the pilot to stall the plane to get it...
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Mercury Marine aspires to build more high-performance car enginesYounger enthusiasts may not recognize the Mercury Marine or Mercury Racing names, but in the 1990s, Mercury Marine made a name for itself in car circles. It became the official engine supplier for the Chevrolet C4 Corvette ZR-1. That car used a 5.7-liter dual-overhead cam LT5 V-8 engine that...
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It wouldn't be a new Tesla vehicle without the addition of some quirky and fun Easter eggs. The Silicon Valley automaker is often known for adding a few surprises with new software updates, and the...
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Porsche installs first 350-KW electric car charging station in BerlinThe Porsche Mission E concept debuted two years ago as a signal to the automotive industry: the German sports car maker is ready to take on Tesla. However, Porsche's electric car plans don't involve simply introducing a Tesla Model S competitor. It wants to revolutionize charging infrastructures...
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F-22-inspired F-150 Raptor raises $300K at 2017 EAA AirVenture auctionEach year, Ford pulls a crew together to build an aircraft-inspired vehicle for the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture aircraft show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The vehicles are auctioned off at the show’s Gathering of Eagles event to help raise funds for training of the next generation...
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Automatic car washes vulnerable to hacking, can attack cars and occupantsAs the internet of things truly begins to come online, many have taken on the responsibility to exploit hacks before potential to harm is done to others. This time, it's something as harmless as an automatic car wash. However, with the right hacking skills, it turns out an automatic car wash can be...
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Study shows taller guardrails could save livesMotorists likely take it for granted, but countless hours of engineering and research go into planning even some of the most mundane components of our transportation system. That includes guardrails lining thousands of miles of U.S. roads. A recent study shows said guardrails may be due for a...
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Why did someone wrap a new 2003 Chevy Trailblazer in plastic and bury it?Oh, the things you find when doing just a little bit of digging. In this case, one family was stunned to find a brand new 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer buried in its backyard. Yes, you read that correctly, and it was even wrapped in a plastic tarp. Local news affiliate KFOR in Oklahoma reports Freddie...
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Just over one week ago, we proclaimed that the Pagani Zonda lived to die another day as the Italian supercar maker revealed yet another one-off special edition. But, here we are again with another...
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Tesla Model 3 performance version coming next year, says MuskThe Tesla Model 3 has finally reached production, albeit in small numbers. However, there's more to come from the electric-car maker's most affordable model. While Tesla begins to ramp up production of the Model 3 in Long Range trim, with an EPA-estimated 310-mile range, the automaker is also...
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Bugatti Chiron fuel economy ratings better than Veyron, still dismalThe Bugatti Chiron returns some pretty poor fuel economy figures, but are you surprised? Likely not. Nevertheless, Veyron owners interested in a Chiron may be delighted to hear the latest supercar will return marginally better gas mileage while putzing around town. According to the EPA, the...
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Dartz's newest SUV immortalized in "Grand Theft Auto V"No matter what becomes of every example of Dartz's Black Alligator luxury SUV, it will forever live on in the digital world. That's because the SUV has been forever immortalized in "Grand Theft Auto V." The bonkers SUV is available in the game's "Gunrunning" update. Dartz recently posted video of...
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All Maseratis to be electrified after 2019Volvo seems to have set a precedent. The Swedish luxury marque announced plans for all of its future cars to feature some sort of electrification, whether it be a dedicated battery-electric or a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Now, Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne has announced a similar initiative...
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If Porsche built a 911 hybrid, it would be 'the best 911 ever'Hybrid technology has infiltrated many spheres of the automotive industry, but some cars remain holdouts—and for good reason. Sometimes, hybrid tech doesn't quite mesh with a sports car's soul, even if it ultimately improves performance. For that reason, Porsche has steered away from...
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