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Porsche juices up the 918 Spyder to 887hp to take on Ferrari LaFerrari, McLaren P1 super-hybrids

The Porsche 918 Spyde is getting an impromptu power boost before its September 18, 2012 delivery date, making it even faster than before.

2014 Cadillac XTS gets out of the slow lane with 410 hp, twin-turbocharged V6

The Cadillac XTS gets a dose of speed for the 2014 model year, thanks to the new 3.6-liter V6 it will share with the 2014 CTS sedan.

Tesla to introduce swappable battery packs and service stations for the Model S?

The Tesla Model S' battery pack could become more modular, allowing for quick changes of depleted packs and replacement of defective ones.

Could Chinese-made BYD e6 EV be America’s next green taxi?

The BYD e6 could be sold to fleet buyers in the U.S. alongside the company's electric buses.

Lateral thinking: BMW M5 sets Guinness World Record for longest sustained drift

A BMW M5 drifted the equivalent of 51.278 miles around a circular skidpad at the BMW Performance Center in South Carolina.

Bologna Airport won’t have any delays with this Lamborghini Aventador on aircraft taxi duty

A Lamborghini Aventador will guide planes to their gates at the Bologna Airport as part of the company's 50th anniversary celebration.

2014 Acura ILX gets a sophomore year tech upgrade, still needs help

The 2014 Acura ILX will get a few new additions to its options list after just one year on the market.

Acura chooses Ohio production site for its NSX hybrid supercar

The Acura NSX hybrid supercar will be built at a bespoke Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio, near several other Honda facilities.

Another new Porsche 911 is on the way, this time it’s the 552 hp GT2

The Porsche 911 GT2 will follow the 911 GT3 and 911 Turbo in the redesign cycle, boasting the Turbo's new engine and rear-wheel drive.

No ordinary Camry: 1967 Toyota 2000GT sells for $1.16 million at auction

The Toyota 2000GT sold at a recent RM Auctions event set a record for a car from an Asian manufacturer.
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Cisco study: Many car buyers and owners will trade away really personal data to save money, avoid salespeople

A new study by Cisco Systems claims car buyers would prefer a technologically-infused buying experience, and would share personal data for savings.

Relive racing glory with the Bentley Continental and Mulsanne Le Mans Limited Editions

Bentley will celebrate its six Le Mans victories with these special edition models, although they don't include any performance modifications.

With R18-inspired A1 hatchback, Audi tries to connect the two extremes of its lineup

An Audi A1 with a new appearance package will pay tribute to the German brand's all-conquering R18 Le Mans prototype.

Car making a weird noise? New portable ‘sound camera’ can help spot the cause

The SeeSV-S205 "sound camera" works like a thermal imager, but with noises. It reads sound distribution to pinpoint mystery squeaks and rattles in cars.

2013 Nissan Leaf is an IIHS Top Safety Pick (again)

The 2013 Nissan Leaf garnered an IIHS Top Safety Pick rating for the third year in a row.

Aston Martin begins talks with Daimler on engine supply deal

Aston Martin seeks to lower costs by partnering with a larger carmaker for supplies.

Tesla Model S coupe looks great but, sadly, it’s not real

This Tesla Model S coupe exists only as a digital rendering, but that doesn't make it any less handsome.

V8-powered Destino looks to rise from Fisker’s ashes

The VL Destino, a Fisker Karma with a 6.2-liter V8, will go into production whether Fisker stays in business or not.

VW Golf will get a carbon fiber roof; is carbon fiber finally going mainstream?

The Volkswagen Golf will be offered with an optional carbon fiber roof in the near future, bringing the material closer to the mainstream.

SEAT shocks with sporty, 330hp VW Leon Cup Racer show car

The SEAT Leon Cup Racer is exactly what it sounds like: a racing version of the Spanish brand's five-door hatchback that will be available to private teams.

With 503 hp, the Design Vision GTI concept awakens the Volkswagen nerd in us all

The Volkswagen Design Vision GTI boasts 503 horsepower and a 186 mph top speed, but that's what fans at the annual Worthersee festival expect.

Alfa apocalypse now: Alfa Romeo confirms plans to build its own version of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee

Alfa Romeo confirmed that it will build an SUV, and that it will be based on the 2014 Jeep Cherokee.

Coda Automotive, the ‘anti-Tesla,’ files for bankruptcy, returns focus to battery biz

Coda Automotive, maker of a minimalist electric sedan, is shuttering its automotive division after roughly one year of sales.

Can your Chevy Volt fly? Terrafugia announces TF-X plug-in hybrid flying car

Terrafugia appears to be stepping up its flying car game, but the TF-X isn't anywhere near production ready.

Tune in: Ford offers ad-free Pandora, but only until December 31

Ford will offer an ad-free version of Pandora through its Sync AppLink until the end of the year.

2014 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S: the iconic 911 gets a high-tech makeover

The 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo moves to the new 991 chassis, gaining more powerful boxer engines and numerous gadgets in the process.

Nissan GT-R Nismo: This ultimate GT-R will be a track monster

The Nissan GT-R Nismo will be the fastest-ever version of the car known as "Godzilla," and will challenge the Nurburgring lap record.

General Motors signs ‘Climate Declaration’: ‘We want to be a change agent in the auto industry’

General Motors is the first carmaker to sign the Climate Declaration, acknowledging that addressing climate change makes business sense, created by Ceres.

VIDEO: McLaren P1 testing in the Arctic Circle has us hot and bothered

The McLaren P1 is in Sweden for some cold weather testing and final tweaks before the first cars are delivered to customers.

Is this the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been inadvertently revealed in a leaked photo.

Changing gears: Next Porsche 911 Turbo won’t have a manual transmission

The next Porsche 911 Turbo will only be offered with a PDK dual-clutch transmission, continuing the trend started by the 991 GT3.

Ohio State University and Venturi build the world’s most powerful EV and (maybe) the world’s fastest

The Venturi VBB-3 will attempt to set a world EV speed record of 435 mph in 2014, and will use 3,000 hp to do it.

Tesla claims its revamped warranty and service program is the ‘world’s best,’ even if you brick your car

Tesla Motors is making Model S ownership cheaper and less fraught with anxiety, thanks to some critical changes.

Gas pains: Ford Fusion Hybrid and C-Max Hybrid owners sue carmaker over lofty mpg claims

Ford hybrid owners are suing Dearborn, claiming the company's mpg figures don't hold up in the real world.