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Karma Automotive sets up shop in Michigan

Karma Automotive plans to set up an engineering and sales office in Troy, Michigan, as it works to restart production of the ex-Fisker Karma.
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Mercedes-Benz will bring the insane G-Class 4×4² to the US

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 4×4² is coming to the U.S. after being unveiled for the European market last year.
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Infiniti may offer a Tesla-style autonomous system on future models

Infiniti wants to use the Q50 sedan's Direct Adaptive Steering system on other models to enable semi-autonomous driving.
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Tesla introduces less-expensive Model S 60 and 60D variants

The Tesla Model S lineup is getting reshuffled with the return of the Model S 60, and a new all-wheel drive 60D variant.
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Volvo S90 and V90 get mild performance upgrades, but more could be more on the way

Volvo will offer its Polestar Performance Optimization package on the new S90 sedan and V90 station wagon. Other upgrades may follow.
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Toyota plans solar power system for new Texas HQ

Toyota plans to install a 7.75-megawatt solar power system at its new headquarters in Plano, Texas, with panels on the site's parking structures.
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Race the Ford GT in ‘Forza Motorsport 6’ before it races for real at Le Mans

The Ford GT race car is now available as a free download in Forza Motorsport 6, just in time for the GT's appearance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next week.
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McLaren goes carbon crazy with the MSO Carbon Series LT

The McLaren MSO Carbon Series LT is a limited-edition version of the 675LT Spider, with even more carbon fiber bodywork than that model.
2016 Ford Focus RS

Can Ford really top the Focus RS with a new RS500 model?

A Ford Focus RS500 could surpass the current Focus RS, but only if Ford can find ways to improve performance beyond adding more power.
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Volvo’s next-generation Polestar models could boast 600 horsepower

Volvo may build 600-horsepower plug-in hybrid Polestar performance versions of its S90 sedan and V90 wagon, combining performance with efficiency.
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Chevy's 2017 Silverado gets a functional hood scoop for easier breathing

The 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD features a new air-intake system with a cool looking hood scoop that actually helps performance.
2017 BMW i3

The ultimate self-driving machine: BMW’s ‘i’ division to focus on autonomous cars

BMW will refocus its "i" division on the development of self-driving cars, even as general interest in electric cars increases.
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Jaguar lights up Sydney with F-Pace-inspired LED installation

The Jaguar F-Pace SUV gets its own light show at the Vivid Sydney festival in Australia called "The Art of Performance."
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Study shows drivers aren’t ready to relinquish full control to autonomous cars

Self-driving cars may be getting closer to the mainstream, but a recent study found that consumers may not be ready for them.
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Meet the 2017 Volkswagen #PinkBeetle, the car named after its own hashtag

The 2017 Volkswagen #PinkBeetle is the latest limited-edition Beetle, and probably the first car ever named after its own hashtag.
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BMW’s plans for a new 8 Series may include an M8 performance model, too

The BMW 8 Series may return as a rival to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class coupe, and a first-ever M8 performance model may join the lineup.
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Tesla mobilizes owners for yet another referral program

Tesla launched its third customer referral program yesterday, offering $1,000 credits to customers referred by existing owners, and to said owners as well.
Ferrari 458 MM Speciale

One-of-a-kind ride: Ferrari builds custom 458 MM Speciale for one well-heeled buyer

The Ferrari 458 MM Speciale is a one-off custom version of the discontinued 458 Speciale. It features modified bodywork inspired by the 288 GTO.
BMW M6 Celebration Edition

BMW builds a 600-hp M6, but only for Japan

The BMW M6 Celebration Edition is a Japan-only special edition of the M6 built to celebrate BMW's 100th anniversary.
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Here’s what made last night’s Top Gear premiere really interesting

The LaFerrari Spider got a very unusual reveal on "Top Gear." Gordon Ramsay brandished what he said was a key to the new convertible supercar.
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Tesla driver snoozes while Autopilot steers

Tesla Autopilot is not meant to replace drivers, something apparently lost on the man who took a nap while his Model S Autopilot-ed itself.
2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO

Nissan’s 600hp GT-R NISMO is back, boasting both power and luxury

The 2017 Nissan GT-R NISMO gets many of the same upgrades as the rest of the 2017 GT-R lineup, while keeping its 600hp twin-turbo V6 engine.
2017 Subaru BRZ

Subaru's 2017 BRZ soldiers on with styling and performance tweaks

The 2017 Subaru BRZ gets subtle exterior and interior changes, a bit more power, and a new Performance Package.
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NHTSA to put crash-test dummies in rear seats in response to rise of Uber, Lyft

NHTSA says it will start putting crash-test dummies in back seats beginning in 2019, in response to the popularity of ride-sharing services like Uber.
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Stay safe while traveling this weekend with these Memorial Day driving tips

Memorial Day is one of the toughest driving weekends on the calendar. Here are some driving safety tips, courtesy of AAA and Michelin.
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Apple reportedly investigating charging stations for electric cars

Apple is reportedly in talks with infrastructure companies about the technology behind electric car charging stations.
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Volkswagen reportedly on track to finalize diesel settlement

Volkswagen, federal regulators, and attorneys representing VW owners are reportedly making progress in finalizing a diesel settlement.
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‘Fifth Gear’ becomes a fifth wheel, will not be renewed

'Fifth Gear' will not be renewed for another season, host Tiff Needell confirmed via Twitter. The show sprang from the first cancellation of 'Top Gear.'
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Want more gear? Check out the trailer for ‘Top Gear’ spinoff ‘Extra Gear’

'Top Gear' is getting a spinoff called 'Extra Gear' that premieres alongside the relaunched car show. A trailer promises behind-the-scenes action.
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Muscle cars do poorly in IIHS crash tests

Crash tests of a Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, and Dodge Challenger showed deficiencies in multiple areas, proving fast cars aren't necessarily safe.
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A modified Tesla Model S will take on the Pikes Peak Hill Climb next month

A Tesla Model S will race in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb June 26. It will be entered by Go Puck CEO Blake Fuller.
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BMW gets nostalgic with its 2002 Hommage concept

The BMW 2002 Hommage concept is the latest in a series of BMW concepts inspired by classic models. In this case, the model being honored is the 2002.
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Forget the car reveals, AutoMobility LA will emphasize tech

AutoMobility LA will combine the Los Angeles Auto Show press days with the Connected Car Expo tech conference also held during the show.
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Mitsubishi president to resign over fuel economy scandal, report says

Mitsubishi president Tetsuro Aikawa will resign in the wake of the carmaker's fuel economy cheating scandal, a new report says.