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Saleen Foursixteen modified Tesla Model S

Watch Saleen’s Tesla Model S-based Foursixteen do a burnout

The Saleen Foursixteen proves its performance credentials with a smoke show in this short video.
Toyota FT-1 concept

Toyota puts faith in humanity, says it won’t build a fully-autonomous car

Toyota says it won't build a fully-autonomous car, claiming keeping humans behind the wheel is better for safety.
2015 Audi S3 Sportback dashboard

Good news, gadget lovers! Audi is expanding its U.S. 4G LTE options

Audi will now offer AT&T 4G LTE in the Q3 crossover, and owners will be able to add any car to a Mobile Share Plan.
ferrari teases pre geneva auto show reveal 458 speciale spider

Ferrari celebrates 60 years in the U.S. with ultra-exclusive model

Ferrari will unveil a special-edition model commemorating its 60th anniversary in the U.S. next month. Only 10 examples will be built.
Toyota Urban Utility concept

Toyota’s Urban Utility concept is a micro van designed for Makers

The Toyota Urban Utility concept will make its first public appearance at World Maker Faire in New York City, and was designed with Makers in mind.
2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Carbon Edition

From side mirrors to shifters, Aston Martin’s Vanquish Carbon Edition goes grey

The 2015 Aston Martin Vanquish Carbon Edition is a special version of Aston's quickest car, featuring sinister carbon and black trim.
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Audi announces semi-autonomous car tech for urban traffic

Audi plans to launch a system that allows cars to drive themselves at low speeds in urban traffic, matching efforts by other carmakers.
2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible

BMW’s 2015 2 Series is the perfect convertible for grown-up yuppies

The 2015 BMW 2 Series Convertible is a drop-top version of the sporty 2 Series coupe, complete with compact proportions and an M-Performance model.
FOBO Tire sensor

Check your tire pressure via Bluetooth with FOBO Tire

FOBO Tire is billed as the world's first Bluetooth tire pressure monitoring system. It lets owners check their tire pressures from a smartphone.
2014 Scion FR-S

Is Toyota planning a hotrod Scion FR-S with turbocharging and all-wheel drive?

The Scion FR-S could get a high-performance upgrade, including a turbocharged boxer engine and all-wheel drive, a new report says.
Toyota RAV4 EV

Tesla open to second collaboration with Toyota, Elon Musk says

Tesla Motors could undertake another joint project with Toyota, CEO Elon Musk says, despite the somewhat disappointing RAV4 EV.
Jaguar XE Paris 5

Can Jaguar’s 2016 XE mid-size wildcat sports sedan take down the BMW 3 Series?

The 2016 Jaguar XE is the British carmaker's long-awaited BMW 3 Series fighter, and the most thoroughly new Jaguar car in some time.
Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake Zagato

Zagato’s Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake is the world’s sleekest hatchback

The Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake Zagato is the latest result of the collaboration between British carmaker Aston Martin and Italian studio Zagato.
Cadillac V2V prototype

Here come the talking cars. V2V communication tech to debut on Cadillac’s 2017 CTS

V2V, or vehicle-to-vehicle communication, will be introduced on the 2017 Cadillac CTS luxury sedan, GM CEO Mary Barra announced yesterday.
2015 Panoz Esperante Spyder

Panoz’s Esperante sports car returns from obscurity with updated styling and tech

The Panoz Esperante Spyder and Spyder GT celebrate Panoz's 25th anniversary, and comprise the first update for the Esperante in years.
tesla gigafactory gearboxes nevada feature

Tesla picks Nevada for its battery-making ‘Gigafactory’

The first Tesla Gigafactory will be located in Nevada, CEO Elon Musk and Governor Brian Sandoval announced yesterday.
Ian Callum Jaguar Mark 2 © Charlie Magee for Classic Motor Cars

You can own Ian Callum’s gorgeous Jaguar Mark 2, if you’ve got the cash

The Ian Callum Jaguar Mark 2 resto-mod that stunned the Internet last week is slated for a limited production run by Classic Motor Cars.
Mazda MX-5 Miata

Mazda’s bubbly MX-5 Miata gets an aggressive makeover for 2016

The 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a complete overhaul of this iconic sports car, with new styling and a new chassis underneath.
Morgan SP1

Morgan’s one-off SP1 blends today’s tech with yesterday’s styling

The Morgan SP1 is the first product of the company's Special Projects Division, which is in charge of bespoke cars for individual customers.
2015 Cadillac ATS

Smile! GM may use cameras to combat distracted driving

Distracted driving is getting tougher to deal with, which is why General Motors may point cameras at the drivers of its cars.
National Corvette Museum sinkhole

Resurrected! GM announces plans to restore three Corvette museum sinkhole cars

The National Corvette Museum sinkhole claimed eight significant cars, but only three will be fully restored, with General Motors' involvement.
2015 Dodge Viper

It may be less powerful than a Hellcat, but Dodge’s 2015 Viper is still venomous

The 2015 Dodge Viper loses its SRT-brand badge, but gains a new GT model, new trim options, and five horsepower.
2012 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG

Mercedes-Benz’s apocalyptic, 12-cylinder G65 AMG will arrive Stateside in 2016

The Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG will finally be sold in the U.S. as a 2016 model. It's been on sale in other markets since 2012.
2014 Infiniti Q50S

Will ditching drive-by-wire steering make the Infiniti Q50S truly sporty?

The Infiniti Q50S is supposed to be a driver-focused sport sedan, but drivers aren't happy with its Direct Adaptive Steering system.
2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak

2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak smokes the quarter mile with 426 HEMI power

The 2015 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak is the latest factory drag racer from Chrysler's Mopar division, and packs a 426 HEMI V8 engine.
SCG 003 chassis

SCG 003 supercar could get a twin-turbo V12 to match its bona fide racing pedigree

The SCG 003, brainchild of Jame Glickhenhaus, could use a twin-turbocharged V12 in road going versions, and a V6 for racing.
2015 Ford Mustang

Is it Christmas already? 2015 Ford Mustang production begins in Michigan

The 2015 Ford Mustang is rolling down an assembly line at Ford's Flat Rock, Michigan, assembly plant. It ail hit showrooms. after almost a year of previews.
Arden Jaguar F-Type Coupe

Arden tries to do the near impossible: Improve the Jaguar F-TYPE

The 2015 Jaguar F-Type Coupe gets some aesthetic and performance enhancements from German tuner Arden, including a boost of up to 150 hp.
Renaultsport R.S. 01

Renaultsport R.S. 01 is a French racecar with the heart of a GT-R

The Renaultsport R.S. 01 was unveiled at the 2014 Moscow Auto Show, and was built for a one-make race series that will begin in 2016.
future fourth gen ford focus rs unclear worries mustang cannibalism rise

For real this time? Ford Focus RS could pack 350-HP EcoBoost engine and AWD

The Ford Focus RS will reportedly return in 2016, and make its first trip across the Atlantic. U.S. buyers could get their first taste of the hottest Focus.
NHTSA DOT UMTRI V2V test in Ann Arbor, Michigan

NHTSA says ‘V2V’ technology could prevent 500,000 crashes per year

V2V, or vehicle-to-vehicle communication, could make a major difference in car safety, according to the NHTSA.
Toyota Land Cruiser 70

Toyota’s classic Land Cruiser 70 gets re-released … but only in Japan

The Toyota Land Cruiser 70 has been out of production for a decade, but Toyota is re-releasing it to celebrate the SUV's 30th anniversary.
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes’ semi-sporty C450 AMG rumored for Detroit Auto Show debut

The Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG will be the first in a new line of midlevel performance cars from AMG.
2013 Mazdaspeed3

Next Mazdaspeed3 will put STI and Golf R on notice with over 300 HP

The next Mazdaspeed3 will reportedly arrive as a 2017 model, armed with a turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive.