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Koch Brothers plan multimillion-dollar campaign against electric cars

The Koch Brothers are reportedly planning a lobbying effort that will spend $10 million a year to campaign against electric cars.
Volvo "digital key"

Volvo wants to replace keys with smartphone apps

Volvo says it will begin selling cars without keys in 2017. A new mobile app will take the place of the traditional key.
2017 Ford Fusion

Ford says its computer-controlled shocks help fight pothole damage

The 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport has computer-controlled shocks that Ford claims can limit damage from potholes.
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Chinese firm plans to unleash 1,030 hp turbine-electric supercar in Geneva

The Techrules TREV concept is a supercar that uses turbines as range extenders. It will debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.
Lexus LC 500h

To make its LC 500h hybrid more fun, Lexus turned to an unlikely bit of hardware

The Lexus LC 500h hybrid set to debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show will use an all-new powertrain built for both performance and efficiency.
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McLaren tricks out two of its most extreme machines for Geneva

McLaren will unveil two cars customized by its McLaren Special Operations division at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show: a P1 and 675LT Spider.
Bentley Flying Spur V8 S

Bentley’s 190 mph Flying Spur V8 S is ready for takeoff

The Bentley Flying Spur V8 S sits between the Flying Spur V8 and W12 models in Bentley's sedan lineup.
2016 Ford Focus RS

Ford’s Focus RS laughs in the face of winter

The 2016 Ford Focus RS will be offered with a winter tire package from the factory. Ford says it's the first car in North America to get this option.
Eagle Spyder GT

Eagle’s Spyder GT is a modern take on the classic Jaguar E-Type

The Eagle Spyder GT is the third in a "trilogy" of Eagle E-Type variants. It's an enhanced version of the classic Jaguar E-Type.
Aston Martin Vanquish

Aston Martin Vanquish and Vantage replacements coming before 2018

Aston Martin will quickly follow up the launch of the DB11 with replacements for the Vanquish and Vantage, a new report says.
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First Aston Martin Vulcans delivered to owners at Yas Marina

The Aston Martin Vulcan comes with a training course, so owners can handle the 820-hp, track-only supercar.
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Tesla will tweak 'Summon' in response to Consumer Reports' concerns

Tesla will implement software changes for its "Summon" self-parking system in response to concerns voiced by Consumer Reports.
2017 Nissan Titan

Nissan scales down its Titan truck with new ‘standard’ model

The 2017 Nissan Titan debuted at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show as a companion to the Titan XD model that went on sale in November.
2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

Toyota’s Tacoma TRD Pro off-roader is back, and ready to climb every mountain

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro marks the return of the most off-road-focused Tacoma model after a brief hiatus.
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Mercedes’ Sprinter Extreme is what every FedEx truck wants to grow up to be

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Extreme concept debuts at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show as one of the flashiest commercial vehicles in recent memory.
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Top Gear full cast revealed

Top Gear will have a cast of seven, including Chris Evans, Matt LeBlanc, Sabine Schmitz, Eddie Jordan, Rory Reid, and The Stig.
Nissan Pathfinder, Rogue, Murano Winter Warrior concepts

Nissan’s Winter Warrior concepts take the fight to Mother Nature

Nissan unveiled three tracked Winter Warriors concepts at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show, giving its crossovers a little more attitude.
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Feds tell Google autonomous systems could qualify as drivers

The Google self-driving car could legally be considered its own driver, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration told the company.
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Alfa Romeo denies Giulia delay is due to crash test issues

Alfa Romeo says a six-month delay in the launch of its Giulia sedan has nothing to do with crash test issues, disputing a recent report.
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To protect drivers, F1 wants to give cars ‘Halos’

Formula One plans to integrate the "Halo" canopy into car designs beginning with the 2017 season, in order to protect against driver head injuries.
2016 Volkswagen Passat

VW attorney says owners will get ‘generous’ compensation

Volkswagen will offer a "generous" compensation package to owners, the attorney in charge of the compensation fund says.
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Will Bentley be the next VW Group brand to build an electric car?

Bentley may build an electric car in the near future. If it does, it could crib parts from the Porsche Mission E and other VW Group electric models.
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Google expands its self-driving car program to Washington state

A Google self-driving car is set to begin testing in Kirkland, Washington, a suburb of Seattle. That means Google cars will operate in three states.
2016 Cadillac ELR

Cadillac's ELR coupe isn't long for this world

The Cadillac ELR isn't long for this world. Cadillac will continue selling it for awhile, but plans "no further investment" in the electric car.
Elibriea supercar concept

Exclusive: See Elibriea’s supercar concept stalk the desert

The Elibriea supercar concept struts its stuff in a new video. Elibriea says it will put this car into production by the end of the year.
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Matt LeBlanc isn’t just doing a Friends reunion, he’s also … hosting Top Gear?

Top Gear just got a new host, and it's actor Matt LeBlanc. He's already appeared on the show before, and has worked with the BBC previously.
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Scion-ara! Toyota moves to kill off sub-brand in August

Toyota has announced that it will drop its youth-oriented sub-brand Scion after 13 years on the market.
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Ford takes a page from Ferrari, will screen potential GT buyers

The Ford GT supercar will only be sold to buyers that meet Ford's approval. The company will screen all potential buyers before handing over keys.
Lexus RC F GT3

Can Lexus’ RC F GT3 earn the Toyota luxury brand some respect on the track?

The Lexus RC F GT3 will join the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship later this year, competing in the GT Daytona (GTD) class.
2016 Jaguar XJ

Jaguar Land Rover wants autonomous cars to drive like humans, not robots

Jaguar Land Rover is researching ways to make future autonomous cars drive more like humans, using data from actual human drivers.
Chevrolet Corvette C7.R at 2016 Daytona 24 Hours

Honda and Chevy celebrate at Daytona, while Ford goes home empty-handed

The Daytona 24 Hours ended with an overall win for Honda and a GTLM class win for Chevrolet. Ford went home empty-handed.
Last Land Rover Defender

Wave goodbye as the last Land Rover Defender rolls off the assembly line

The last Land Rover Defender rolled off the assembly line in Solihull, England, this week, bringing an end to a lineage that stretches back 68 years.
Elibriea supercar concept

The Elibriea supercar concept makes a Lamborghini look as boring as a Camry

The Elibriea supercar concept was designed by a student at Texas A&M's Qatar campus, and its backers claim a production version is on the way.
Jeep Wagoneer

Possibly running out of ideas, Jeep may revive the Wagoneer

The Jeep Wagoneer nameplate will be revived alongside the previously-discussed Grand Wagoneer, but how it will be used is unclear.