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ZIL 4112-R

ZIL 4112-R: A Cold War relic resurrected

The ZIL 4112-R was designed for Soviet dictators, but now its maker wants to sell this limo to Russia's post-Cold War heads of state.
Hennessey VR1200 Twin Turbo Coupe front three-quarter view

Hennessey turns a Cadillac CTS-V Coupe into a 1,200 hp monster

The Hennessey VR1200 Twin Turbo Coupe has the power of a Bugatti Veyron, and its maker says it will go 242 mph.
2013 Land Rover Range Rover front three-quarter view

Land Rover adds fuel economy to the Range Rover’s resume with 2013 hybrid

The Range Rover hybrid is projected to get 45 mpg on the European cycle, and it won't be making the trip across the pond.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV to debut at Paris Motor Show

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the world's first production plug-in hybrid SUV, combining plug-in flexibility with SUV versatility.
2013 Subaru BRZ front three-quarter view

Cheap speed: Best performance cars under $35,000

An exciting drive doesn't have to be expensive. Here are ten of the best performance cars around, all under $35,000.
McLaren F1 successor to debut at Paris Motor Show?

McLaren teases possible F1 successor

McLaren will unveil a new supercar at the Paris Motor Show, and it could be the successor to the legendary F1.
2013 Subaru Forester tS front three-quarter view

Subaru Forester tS takes Subaru performance in a new direction

The Subaru Forester tS applies tuning knowledge from the WRX STI to Subaru's small SUV.
Chevy-Volt

Chevy Volt sets monthly sales record in weeks before plant shutdown

The Chevy Volt had its best month ever in August, with 2,500 cars sold. GM will shut down the Volt's plant to retool for the 2014 Impala.
Lada XRAY front three-quarter view

Lada XRAY concept: A Russian Evoque?

The Lada XRAY is an attempt by its maker to build cars with a more premium, luxurious feel.
Nissan GT-R front three-quarter view

Next Nissan GT-R confirmed for 2018

Despite rumors of its demise, the next Nissan GT-R will arrive in 2018.

Saab’s “Phoenix platform” rises from the ashes

Saab's "Phoenix platform," the bankrupt company's last new design, is the focus of a joint venture between two former Saab investors.
Trident Iceni Grand Tourer front three-quarter view

Trident Iceni Grand Tourer: A diesel-powered sports car from Britain

The Trident Iceni Grand Tourer will reportedly combine supercar performance with economy car mpg.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze RS front three-quarter view

GM invests $220 million in Ohio plants for 2015 Chevrolet Cruze production

The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze will be redesigned inside and out, and should appear in the fall of 2014.
2013 Land Rover LR2

2013 Land Rover LR2: The Evoque’s sensible sibling

The 2013 Land Rover LR2 gets a more efficient engine and a technology upgrade, but lacks the style of its platform-mate, the Evoque.
Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept teaser image

Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept: A true land yacht

The Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept, a drop-top version of Bentley's flagship sedan, was inspired by classic cars, and powerboats.
BMW Zagato Roadster rear profile view

BMW Zagato Roadster: BMW’s Italian art project lets the sun shine in

The BMW Zagato Roadster is a follow-up to the stylish Zagato Coupé concept.
Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II Drophead Coupe commemorates 2012 London Olympics

Rolls-Royce rolls out special Phantom Series II Drophead Coupes for Olympic Closing Ceremony

Rolls-Royce's English White Phantom convertibles helped to close the 2012 London Olympics with style.
Suzuki S-Cross concept sketch

More than motorcycles: Suzuki S-Cross crossover concept to debut at Paris Motor Show

The Suzuki S-Cross concept, debuting at the Paris Motor Show, could inject some excitement into Suzuki's car line.
Lumma Design CLR 6 M BMW M6 front three quarter view

Lumma CLR 6 M: The BMW M6 gets a track suit

The Lumma CLR 6 M is a German tuner's take on BMW M6 sport coupe.
BMW Z3 roadster V12

BMW M’s lost V12-powered Z3 roadster revealed

This BMW Z3 V12 was built by the company's M division years ago.
2013 Honda Accord coupe front-three quarter view

2013 Honda Accord: Efficiency over emotion

The 2013 Honda Accord promises fuel efficiency, but delivers boring styling.
Dodge pulls out of NASCAR

Dodge will pull out of NASCAR after 2012

Dodge will withdraw from NASCAR after the 2012 season.
Dartz Naggel Dakar sketch front three-quarter view

Dartz Nagel Dakkar: A wild, 650 hp SUV from Latvia

With a tube-frame chassis and twin-turbocharged AMG V8, the Nagel Dakkar is an off-road supercar. From Latvia.
Nissan NV200 London taxi

New York’s “Taxi of Tomorrow” could be London’s, too

Nissan will sell its NV200 taxi in the U.K. as an alternative to London's ubiquitous black cabs.
Toyota-Rav4

Toyota recalls 760,000 RAV4s and 18,000 Lexus HS250h hybrids over faulty suspension

Toyota RAV4s and Lexus hybrids could have suspension arms that prematurely rust.
Mini Paceman preview front motion view

Mini Paceman: Mini’s crossover coupe sheds its camouflage

BMW says the Mini Paceman, a two-door of the Countryman CUV, is not for wallflowers. It's hard to argue with that.
2013 Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan shows off 2013 Pathfinder

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is virtually identical to the Pathfinder concept from the 2012 Detroit show.
2013 Lexus LS front view

2013 Lexus LS revealed in leaked photos

The 2013 Lexus LS mixes the old car's looks with Lexus' newly aggressive styling.
2013 Ford C-Max Energi rear three-quarter view

Ford C-Max Energi has the Toyota Prius plug-in in its sights

The Ford C-Max Energi beats the Prius plug-in on mileage and price, but only slightly.
Al Capone Cadillac front three-quarter view

Want to buy Al Capone’s armored Cadillac?

Capone's V8 Cadillac will cross the auction block July 28.
Nissan Leaf stretch limousine

Get the eco-friendly VIP treatment in a Nissan Leaf stretch limousine

Will the Nissan Leaf be a good limousine? Or is this too much of a stretch?
Pius EV cutaway

Japanese company builds do-it-yourself electric car

The Pius EV was designed to teach young people about electric cars.
2013 BMW Alpina B7 motion view

2013 BMW Alpina B7: A sporty version of BMW’s flagship

The 2013 BMW Alpina B7 is a sporty version of the big 7 Series sedan.
2013 SRT Viper GTS-R front three-quarter no paint

2013 SRT Viper GTS-R: Racing Viper hits the track August 4

The 2013 SRT Viper GTS-R brings the Viper back to the track.