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Now you can buy a classic Ford Mustang with cryptocurrency

Classic Recreations, known for rebuilding and upgrading vintage Ford Mustangs, now accepts cryptocurrency as a form of payment. That means you can buy an 800-horsepower muscle car with Bitcoin. The company hopes this will help it expand its customer base internationally.
2019 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat

For the 2019 Dodge Charger, V8 muscle is the fountain of youth

The 2019 Dodge Charger isn't getting any younger, but Hemi V8 power and a practical four-door sedan body are a compelling enough combination to keep it around. The Charger gets a variety of updates for 2019, including performance-related tech and a new all-wheel drive model.
McLaren 600LT

Less weight and more power make McLaren’s 600LT the perfect track toy

The McLaren 600LT is a lighter, more powerful version of the 570S, the British automaker's "entry-level" supercar. Extensive use of carbon fiber helped cut over 200 pounds of weight, while the V8 engine got an extra 30 horsepower. McLaren plans to start production in October 2018.
Crashed Pagani Huayra Roadster in Germany

German test driver crashes Pagani Huayra Roadster into a tree

A prototype Pagani Huayra Roadster worth millions of dollars was crashed into a tree in Germany by a test driver. Pagani said the driver and a passenger were uninjured, citing the resiliency of the Huayra's carbon-fiber monocoque chassis. The driver apparently lost control while accelerating.
2019 Audi A4 (European-market version)

2019 Audi A4 gets minor styling tweaks to keep it looking fresh

The 2019 Audi A4 is getting some minor styling updates and a new Competition package with a sport-tuned suspension and a more aggressive look. Audi is only discussing the European version right now, but expect similar changes to be applied in the U.S. for the 2019 model year.
Renault self-driving car pilot Rouen, France

Renault prepares to launch French autonomous mobility-service pilot program

Renault is launching a pilot mobility services using self-driving cars in the French city of Rouen. Users will be able to hail an autonomous car via an app and ride on three designated routes. Renault hopes the service will complement Rouen's existing public transit system.
Audi e-tron prototype

Following CEO’s arrest, Audi postpones electric SUV launch

There's more bad news for Audi following the arrest of CEO Rupert Stadler in Germany --the unveiling of the Audi e-tron electric SUV is being postponed. Audi canceled the original August 30 reveal but hasn't specified a new date. The reveal has also been moved from Belgium to the United States.
Bentley Bentayga at Pikes Peak 2018

Bentley’s behemoth Bentayga breaks Pikes Peak SUV record

The Bentley Bentayga set a record for production SUVs at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. In the hands of New Zealander Rhys Millen, the big Bentley beat the previous record by about two minutes. Bentley plans to sell a Pikes Peak Limited Edition Bentayga to commemorate the record.
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At Pikes Peak, VW just used an EV to smash a gas-powered record

The Volkswagen I.D. R electric car smashed the overall record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, making a major statement for electric power. Volkswagen claims the I.D. R is just the beginning, and that its future lies with electric cars. But how long will it take to get there?
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LM Industries works with U.S. Marines, others to become Amazon of manufacturing

The founders of Local Motors, the company that brought us out-of-the-box vehicles like the Rally Fighter, Strati, and Olli, are launching a new company called LM Industries that will use high-tech manufacturing methods. LM is working with the United States Marine Corps, Allianz, and Airbus.
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2019 Honda Insight first drive review

The 2019 Honda Insight hides its hybrid nature behind conventional sedan styling. Honda’s latest hybrid offers impressive fuel economy, but without the quirkiness of some of its rivals. It’s pitched as a nice sedan that just happens to be a hybrid, but is that the right approach? Read our first drive review to find out.
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Toyota will use racing tech to build a road-going hypercar

Who said all Toyotas are boring? The Japanese automaker will build a hypercar based on the GR Super Sport concept, using powertrain components lifted from the 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning TS050 Hybrid race car. The road-going hypercar may even race at Le Mans eventually.
Ford Michigan Central Station

A storied train station will anchor Ford’s new high-tech Detroit campus

Detroit's Michigan Central Station has sat abandoned since the last passenger train left 30 years ago. But Ford just bought the massive train station, and plans to make it the center of a new downtown Detroit campus focusing on autonomous and electric cars, as well as mobility services.
Pikes Peak Bentley Bentayga

Despite its considerable girth, the Bentley Bentayga will go racing

The Bentley Bentayga luxury SUV will race in the 2018 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, which takes place June 24.
Toyota wins 2018 24 Hours of Le Mans

Toyota wins the 24 Hours of Le Mans after years of near misses

Toyota has come close to winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, arguably the world's most prestigious race, numerous times. But the Japanese automaker has never been able to finish the job. That changed this year, with Toyota taking an emotional 1-2 finish at the legendary French race.
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488 Pista Piloti Ferrari is a special edition for Ferrari customers who race

The Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti is a special edition for customers involved with the Prancing Horse's racing programs. Its livery is inspired by a championship-winning race car. The Piloti Ferrari was unveiled ahead of the 2018 24 Hours of Le Mans, where Ferrari will compete.
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid Taxi

Ford tries to make yellow cabs a little greener with hybrid, diesel powertrains

Ford is launching taxi versions of its Fusion Hybrid sedan and Transit Connect EcoBlue (diesel) van. Taxis spend a lot of time on the road, so improving fuel efficiency could take a big chunk out of overall carbon emissions. Both new Ford taxis go on sale later this year.
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GM’s Maven car-sharing service is convenient, but we’re not giving up our keys

We tried out General Motors’ Maven car-sharing service for a long weekend to see if it’s really a better alternative to owning a car, or just renting one when needed from Enterprise or Avis.
Aston Martin Rapide AMR

Aston Martin Rapide AMR boasts 205 mph top speed, limited production run

The Aston Martin Rapide AMR is the latest model from Aston's AMR performance sub-brand. This souped up version of Aston's four-door Rapide boasts a 580-horsepower V12 engine that can propel it to just over 200 mph. Production is limited to 210 units, priced at $240,000 each.
Torc Robotics self-driving car in Las Vegas

Watch a self-driving car negotiate Las Vegas streets jammed with pedestrians

How do self-driving cars avoid colliding with pedestrians? Autonomous-driving startup Torc Robotics explains the process in this video. It's about not only making sure the car sees pedestrians but figuring out what to do once it identifies them. Torc tests cars in Virginia and Nevada.
Byton K-Byte concept

Chinese startup aims to set design direction for autonomous cars

The Byton K-Byte concept debuts at CES Asia in Shanghai as the second concept vehicle from the Chinese electric-car startup. Like Byton's first concept, now dubbed M-Byte, the K-Byte emphasizes connectivity and autonomous driving. The company plans to launch a production version in 2021.
Hyundai HDC-2 Grandmaster concept

Hyundai goes big with HDC-2 Grandmaster full-size SUV concept

The Hyundai HDC-2 Grandmaster concept previews the South Korean automaker's upcoming eight-seat, full-size SUV. But Hyundai isn't saying much about the Grandmaster, let alone the production model that will follow it. The Grandmaster debuts at the 2018 Busan International Motor Show.
Acura 2018 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Acura wants to prove that its RDX SUV is more than a grocery getter

The redesigned 2019 Acura RDX will race at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, one of the world's oldest and toughest automobile races. The RDX will have to handle 156 corners and thin, high-altitude air. Acura will field TLX and NSX race cars at Pikes Peak this year as well.
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2018 Nissan Kicks first drive review

The 2018 Nissan Kicks aims to compete with subcompact crossovers like the Honda HR-V and Hyundai Kona, but with better fuel economy and value. To do that, the Nissan sacrifices many traditional SUV qualities. Read our first drive review to see whether that strategy paid off for Nissan.
2019 Acura RDX review

2019 Acura RDX first drive review

The 2019 Acura RDX aims high with sporty driving dynamics and lots of new tech. But is the third generation of Acura’s compact luxury SUV ready to take on the German establishment? Read our first drive review of the 2019 RDX and see how it compares to Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz rivals.
Chrysler Portal Concept, CES 2017

Chrysler may shift its focus to shared vehicles and mobility services

Chrysler may survive as a provider of vehicles produced for ridesharing services, according to a new report. That means more partnerships like the recent deal with Waymo to provide up to 62,000 autonomous minivans, as well as a decreased focus on cars that are aimed at individual buyers.
Ram Rebel TRX concept

Ford’s Raptor gets a rival: Ram Rebel TRX off-roader confirmed for production

The Ram Rebel TRX off-road performance pickup truck will go into production sometime before 2022. First shown as a concept in 2016, the TRX could be the perfect rival to the Ford F-150 Raptor. Ram is also planning redesigned versions of its 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty trucks.
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Matt LeBlanc will call it quits after one more lap with ‘Top Gear’

Matt LeBlanc will leave BBC's Top Gear after one more season. The former Friends star said hosting requires too great of a time commitment. His last season will be his fourth with the show; he joined in 2016 as part of an ensemble of new hosts after the departure of Jeremey Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May.
Last Dodge Challenger SRT Demon

Dodge’s 840-horsepower Challenger SRT Demon roars off into the sunset

The last Dodge Challenger SRT Demon rolled off a Canadian assembly line, closing the books on Dodge's most insane muscle car. Production was limited to one model year and 3,300 units. The final Demon and the final Dodge Viper sports car will be auctioned off together for charity.
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10 cars we’d like to see resurrected, from the El Camino to the Esprit

Some great cars have bitten the dust over the past few decades, but not every car stays dead forever. From the Acura Integra Type R to the Nissan 240SX, here are 10 cars we'd like to see get resurrected. Read on to find out if your favorite discontinued car made the list.
Schaeffler Group 4ePerformance electric Audi RS3

Audi RS3 gets an 1,180-horsepower electric makeover with Formula E racing tech

The stock Audi RS3 is a pretty fun car, but this electric version cranks things up to 11. Built by automotive supplier Schaeffler Group, it sports four electric motors from Formula E race cars, as well as an agility-enhancing all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring.
2019 Acura RDX

Redesigned 2019 Acura RDX SUV’s starting price holds steady at $38,295

The 2019 Acura RDX will start at $38,295 when it hits showrooms June 1. That price includes destination charges, and buys a base model with front-wheel drive. Despite the RDX getting a full redesign for 2019, the base price doesn't represent a significant increase over pricing for the previous model year.
2019 Ford F-150 Raptor

2019 Ford F-150 Raptor gets smarter with new off-road tech

The 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor sports two notable new features that improve drivability off-road. Adaptive dampers can adjust on the fly, and the new Trail Control system acts like low-speed, off-road cruise control. The updated F-150 Raptor hits U.S. showrooms later this year.
Honda Civic Type R pickup truck

Honda engineers build a Civic Type R pickup truck, just for fun

The Honda Civic Type R is far from the most obvious base for a pickup truck, but engineers at Honda's Swindon factory in the U.K. built a Type R truck anyway. Dubbed "Project P," it retains the stock Type R powertrain and can do 165 mph, but while hauling more stuff than a standard Civic.