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Ford Edge

Ford’s all new 2015 Edge offers more tech features than Batman’s utility belt

The 2015 Ford Edge is chalk-full of new technology from the American automaker, including adaptive steering, park assist, and adaptive cruise control.
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Great success. Canadians construct Carpool DeVille, ‘The World’s Fastest Hot Tub’

Phillip Weicker and Duncan Forster have converted a 1969 Cadillac DeVille into a mobile hot tub, and plan to set a Bonneville land speed record with it.
Toyota FCV

Move over, Prius. Toyota’s hydrogen-powered FCV is for real – and coming Stateside in 2015

After years of buildup, Toyota has officially revealed the exterior, Japan price, and US release date of its new fuel cell vehicle.
Honda Civic Type R Concept

New Honda Civic Type R proves to be the ‘the most extreme yet’

Honda’s 2015 Civic Type R will boast a turbocharged, 280-horsepower and radical, aggressive styling.
Ford Focus ST

2015 Ford Focus ST to debut at Goodwood hillclimb this week … with the Stig at the wheel

The Goodwood Festival of Speed begins on June 26th and is often the launching pad for new concepts, supercars, and production vehicles
Goodwood

Eight reasons to watch the Goodwood Festival of Speed this week

The Goodwood Festival of Speed starts on June 26th and is one of the biggest motoring events of the year.
Carice Cars MK1

The hand-built Carice MK1 blends nostalgic style with modern electric tech

Upstart Dutch automaker Carice Cars has just introduced its first vehicle, the MK1.
Volkswagen GRC Beetle2

Capable of 0 to 60 mph in just 2.1 seconds, VW’s GRC racecar is one blistering Beetle

VW has officially announced the high-powered GRC Beetle that will run in the Volkswagen Rallycross D.C. event and the Red Bull Global Rallycross championship.
Audi R8 e-tron

Audi’s R8 e-tron to lead charge into the EV market, boasts 280-mile range

Audi's all electric R8 e-tron was first slated for production in 2012, but was delayed due to a paltry 134-mile range.
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M4 who? The new Alpina B4 Bi-turbo tries to improve on the ultimate driving machine

The Alpina B4 Bi-turbo is a reengineered, torquier version of BMW’s beautiful M4 Coupe.
2015Charger4

Dodge’s new Charger SRT may house the 600-HP Hellcat V8 from the Challenger

Dodge is the midst of a performance renaissance, absorbing the SRT brand and focusing on speed from here on out.
Audi Q7

Audi’s 2015 Q7 may feature electric turbocharging technology from Le Mans racecar

Audi debuted their electric "e-boost" turbocharging technology with the R18 e-tron LMP1 racecar, and featured it again in the RS5 TDI Concept.
2015 911 GT3 RS Model

Uh oh. Is this a scale model of the yet-unreleased 2015 Porsche 911 GT3 RS?

Images of what looks like a scale model of the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS have surfaced online, and they hint at the GT3 RS' hardcore reputation.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage

A new beginning: Aston Martin to revamp lineup with an aluminum platform and AMG engines

Aston Martin seems to be keen on reinvention in the coming years, as a brand new aluminum platform has been announced.
Audi RS Q1

Audi’s baby Q1 Crossover to get 295 horsepower RS treatment

Audi is planning a hot, RS version of their upcoming sport compact, the Q1.
Tesla Model S

Too cool for a Town Car? You’re in luck. A stretched Tesla Model S is in the works

Tesla may be releasing a slightly stretched, longer wheelbase version of their flagship Model S later this year.
Ferrari F12 TRS

This one-off Ferrari F12 has KERS … and costs $4.2 million

Ferrari has a niche for creating tailor-made, special edition cars for high-paying customers.
Mercedes AMG GT

Mercedes’ new flagship has a heart: a 502-horsepower, 4.0-liter biturbo V8

Mercedes unveiled the AMG GT’s engine today, and it falls in line with the current automotive trend of small, forced induction engines with high outputs.
Ford Mustang

Starting today, you can build your own 2015 Mustang

The 2015 Mustang configurator went live today, which details weight, price, optional extras and colors of Ford’s new pony car.
Elon Musk

Good guy Elon Musk opens up Tesla’s patents, gives away free access to technology

On June 12th, Tesla CEO and Chief Architect Elon Musk tore down the wall of patents in the lobby of Tesla’s headquarters.
Lexus SC Rendering

Not your average mom car: the 2017 Lexus SC will be based on the LF-LC Concept

The 2017 Lexus SC is reportedly being based of Toyota's radical LF-LC concept, and if it comes to fruition, it will join the LFA and RC-F as the champions of Lexus' performance revolution.
2016 G-Class Rendering

Mercedes-Benz G-Class undergoes a redesign for the first time in 35 years

The beloved Mercedes “G-Wagen” has been a hit from the start, but it hasn’t had a fuel redesign since 1979.
Bentley GT3 Racecar

Racecar-inspired Bentley Continental GT3 to be released this month

Bentley Continental's have always had gobs of power, but their luxurious demeanors always came with a heavy curb weight.
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The wait is over: Toyota releasing first hydrogen production vehicle in December

Toyota has been developing hydrogen fuel cell technology since 2002, and this December, Toyota's first production vehicle will roll into Japanese showrooms.
Lotus Exige LF1

Lotus to honor F1 racing heritage with limited edition Exige LF1

Lotus has a storied, celebrated F1 racing career, and now the British manufacturer is releasing the special-edition Exige LF1 in tribute.
FXX Evoluzione

12-cylinder symphony: Watch the Ferrari FXX Evoluzione tear up Monza

The Ferrari FXX Evoluzione takes the FXX, already a hardcore Enzo, to the next level.
Elemental RP1

Weighing 2,452 lbs. less than a Stingray, the 280-HP, Elemental RP1 is just plain mental

Elemental’s RP1 roadster is a powerful Ford Ecoboost engine wrapped in a lightweight package of carbon fiber, aluminum, and carbon composite.
tesla model x electric crossover delayed until late 2015 rear

Delays be damned, the 2015 Model X will be Tesla’s gift to families

After numerous delays, the Tesla Model X -- a new SUV aimed squarely at women and families -- is finally coming in spring 2015.
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Who you calling conservative? Toyota’s striking FT-1 Concept is coming to life

Toyota’s bold, LFA-esque FT1 showed aggressive, modern styling we hadn’t seen from the Japanese automaker since the Supra.
Nissan Teaser Photo

Nissan teases the new Frontier pickup with a cryptic testing video

Nissan began a teaser campaign for its new pickup this week with a disguised Instagram photo of what looks to be the new Nissan Frontier.
2013 Subaru WRX Concept

Finally! Subaru’s 2016 WRX will reportedly inherit sleek, muscular lines from 2013 Concept

The 2015 Subaru Impreza and WRX have been a hit thus far, but something was missing in their styling.
Ford/Samsung Lithium-Ion Battery

Ford and Samsung’s new lithium-ion battery may send lead-acid units to the scrap heap

Automotive batteries have remained relatively unchanged since the lead-acid unit was invented in the late 1800's.
V12 Vantage

The four horsemen cometh: Aston Martin seeks gold at the 2014 Nurburgring 24-hour race

On June 21st, Aston Martin will bring four of its best champions to compete in the ADAC-sponsored 24-hour Nürburgring race known as the N24.
Ferrari 458 Italia

A breath of fresh, charged air: Turbocharged Ferrari 458 coming in 2015

With a multitude of electric, turbocharged, and hybrid supercars on the road, it is clear that we are in the midst of a powertrain renaissance.