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2016 Fiat 500X

Fiat may really build a 500X Abarth, but will anyone buy it?

A Fiat 500X Abarth may be added to the lineup soon, as Fiat seeks to grow the Abarth brand by adding more models. A 124 Spider Abarth is likely too.
2015 Nissan GT-R NISMO

Nissan holds off on a new GT-R

The current Nissan GT-R will not be replaced right away. Instead, Nissan will reportedly focus on making it more upscale.
Acura Precision concept teaser

Acura teases a new concept while preparing to launch its NSX supercar

The Acura Precision concept will debut at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, while order books for the 2017 Acura NSX will open in February.
Ford F-150

Ford’s F-150 is going hybrid, but could it go diesel too?

The Ford F-150 may get a diesel engine sourced from Land Rover, a new report says. The "Lion" engine comes from the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport.
2015 Volkswagen Jetta 7

VW names attorney for diesel claims program

Volkswagen has retained attorney Kenneth R. Feinberg to deal with customer claims related to the diesel-cheating scandal.
2016 Volkswagen Passat

VW reshuffles management in the wake of ‘dieselgate’

Volkswagen is cutting management positions and appointing executives to replace those who resigned in the wake of the "dieselgate" scandal.
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Will Audi unveil a hydrogen fuel cell SUV concept in Detroit?

Audi will reportedly unveil a hydrogen fuel cell concept at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show, possibly a variant of the e-tron quattro concept from Frankfurt.
Ford GT

Ford’s GT supercar has a windshield made with Gorilla Glass

The Ford GT supercar features a Gorilla Glass "hybrid" windshield and engine cover, meant to save weight and lower the car's center of gravity.
2016 Nissan Titan XD

Nissan's 2016 Titan gets a 5.6-liter gasoline V8 option

The 2016 Nissan Titan XD may have made headlines with its 5.0-liter Cummins diesel V8, but that won't be the only engine available in this new truck.
Kia Soul EV autonomous prototype

Kia will test self-driving cars on Nevada's roads

Kia will become the latest automaker to test self-driving cars on public roads. It's now licensed by the state of Nevada to do so.
Jaguar Formula E

Claws out: Jaguar joins Formula E

Jaguar will join the Formula E electric-car race series for its third season next year. It hopes the experience will aid its electric-car development.
2015 Lamborghini Aventador wings front angle

Lamborghini won't make a rear-wheel drive Aventador

The Lamborghini Aventador won't get a rear-wheel drive variant like the smaller Huracán, the company's R&D chief says.
Janis Joplin 1964 Porsche 356C

Janis Joplin’s psychedelic Porsche sells for $1.76 million at auction

Janis Joplin's 1964 Porsche 356C sold for $1.76 million at an RM Sotheby's auction in New York City. The car famously features a psychedelic mural.
2015 Ford Focus Electric

Ford will add 13 new electrified vehicles by 2020

Ford says it will add 13 new electrified vehicles to its global portfolio by 2020, starting with the updated 2017 Focus Electric.
Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Volkswagen blames 'chain of errors' for diesel scandal

Volkswagen says it completed an internal investigation into the causes behind the ongoing diesel emissions scandal.
mclaren p1 production ends drifting

McLaren builds the last P1 hybrid supercar

The McLaren P1 production run is officially done. McLaren recently completed the last of the 375 planned cars.
Lotus Exige Sport 350

In new Sport 350 form, Lotus’ Exige is leaner and meaner than ever

The Lotus Exige Sport 350 is the latest lightweight sports car from Colin Chapman's firm. It's an evolution of the previous Exige S model.
What is Apple CarPlay Volvo XC90

Volvo XC90 adds Apple CarPlay

The Volvo XC90 is the latest model to get Apple CarPlay. The feature comes as part of a software update released by the Swedish carmaker.
2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior

Mercedes' 2017 E-Class will borrow S-Class tech

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior will borrow heavily from the larger S-Class, and get some all-new features as well.
BMW i8 Spyder concept front angle

BMW’s convertible i8 Spyder may return for CES 2016

The BMW i8 Spyder may return as a second concept for CES in January. BMW never put the original i8 Spyder concept into production.
Hyundai Ioniq

Hyundai Ioniq confirmed with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric options

The Hyundai Ioniq will target the Toyota Prius and other green cars with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric powertrain options.
2015-bmw-i8-first-drive-side

German tuner wants to stuff an 800-hp V8 in a BMW i8

A BMW i8 will ditch its plug-in hybrid powertrain in favor of an 800-horsepower V8 in an insane project by German tuner Gabura Racing Technologies.
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Volvo's S90 could get a lot sportier with Polestar plug-in hybrid model

The Volvo S90 could morph into a sporty Polestar model soon, possibly with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. A V90 Polestar wagon could happen too.
porsches electric mission e concept will go production within decade porsche rgb

Porsche's all-electric Mission E will go into production

The Porsche Mission E electric car will go into production at the end of the decade, Porsche says. It will be Porsche's first production electric car.
2016 Ford Fusion display screen

Ford adds Siri Eyes Free to over five million vehicles with software update

Ford is the latest carmaker to add Siri Eyes Free voice control. It's releasing the feature in a software update for over five million vehicles.
McLaren MP4-X concept

McLaren’s MP4-X concept can harness the sun and read a driver’s mind

The McLaren MP4-X concept is one idea of what future Formula One cars could look like. McLaren designed it to show off promising new technologies.
2016 Lexus RX 350

Would you buy a Lexus pickup truck? Lexus may build one

Lexus may build a pickup truck based on the Toyota Hilux, although it's not a top priority for the carmaker right now.
Lamborghini Urus concept

Lamborghini's Urus SUV expected to get its own twin-turbo V8

The Lamborghini Urus SUV will get a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 not shared with any other Volkswagen Group product, Lamborghini officials say.
Chevrolet Corvette German police car

Rest easy, speeders, this Chevy Corvette police car is on a mission of goodwill

A Chevrolet Corvette police car was built to promote Germany's "Tune It! Safe!" campaign for responsible vehicle modification.
2015 Ferrari FF

Ferrari's FF will get a facelift, keeping its naturally-aspirated V12

The Ferrari FF shooting brake is due for a significant update, but will keep its naturally-aspirated V12, a new report says.
Virgin Racing Formula E

Robots, start your engines: Formula E plans race series for self-driving cars

Formula E is planning a race series for self-driving cars called "Roborace" to augment its electric-car races.
2016 Audi R18

Audi’s 2016 R18 hybrid is ready to take on Porsche

The 2016 Audi R18 debuted at the Audi Sport Finale event in Munich. It will contest the 24 Hours of Le Mans and World Endurance Championship next year.
Volkswagen Golf TDI

Volkswagen submits proposal for diesel-car fix

Volkswagen submitted a proposed fix for diesel cars equipped with "defeat device" software to the U.S. EPA and California Air Resources Board.
Volvo in-car delivery

Volvo’s in-car delivery service brings a whole new meaning to ‘living in your car’

Volvo is offering in-car delivery of certain products ordered online to customers in Gothenburg, Sweden.