Skip to main content

Latest by S. Edelstein

2013 Scion FR-S

So keen to jumpstart a racing culture, Scion offers to pay Canadian drivers to race

The Scion racing contingency program offered in Canada includes payouts for finishing and winning races in multiple disciplines.
Hennessey HPE1000 Chevrolet SS

Hennessey builds a Chevy SS with the power of a Bugatti Veyron

The Chevrolet SS is already a great muscle car, but Hennessey Performance Engineering doesn't settle for merely great. Its latest tuned SS has 1,000 hp.
Jay Leno's 27-liter 1930 Bentley

In a bombastic tribute to British engineering, Jay Leno shows off his 27-liter 1930 Bentley

Jay Leno has some exotic cars in his collection, but none quite like this custom-built Merlin aircraft-engined 1930 Bentley.
Volvo Drive Me self-driving car program

Rise of the machines: Volvo sets self-driving cars loose on the streets of Sweden

The Volvo self-driving car pilot program announced late last year has begun in the carmaker's hometown of Gothenburg Sweden, with 100 cars on public roads.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT

Aston Martin to match Mercedes V8 engines with new sports-car platform

Aston Martin will undertake the largest investment program in its 101-year history to develop a new platform for future sports cars.
2015 Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3

Nissan GT-R heads back to its old stomping grounds: the 2014 Nurburgring 24-hour race

The Nissan GT-R will return to its old stomping grounds for the 2014 Nurburgring 24-hour race. Nissan will field three GT-Rs for this test of endurance.
Trident Iceni Magna

Trident’s Iceni diesel sports car can do 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and 2,000 miles on a tank

The Trident Iceni is a diesel sports car from Britain. Unveiled as a convertible, it will also be available in fastback coupe and estate body styles.
McLaren MSO 650S

Finished in ‘Agrigan Black’, McLaren’s MSO 650S looks like a stealth fighter

The McLaren MSO 650S Coupe Concept is a demonstration of the capabilities of McLaren's MSO bespoke division, which personalizes cars for individual buyers.
Subaru BRZ STI

Bad news, rally fans: Subaru says a BRZ STI is a no-go

A Subaru BRZ STI performance model won't be built, according to a new report. Fans hoped for more more power to match, the BRZ's agility.

2015 Chevrolet SS may get manual transmission, magnetic suspension

The Chevrolet SS will reportedly get a manual transmission option and Magnetic Ride Control suspension for the 2015 model year.
Bentley Hybrid Concept

Bentley CEO says 90 percent of models will offer hybrid option by 2020

Bentley will offer a hybrid option on 90 percent of its models by 2020, the British carmaker's CEO said. A prototype powertrain was revealed in Beijing.
mclaren wont build an suv ceo says p1 2

Bad news for fans of family-hauling hypercars: McLaren won’t build an SUV, CEO says

McLaren will stick to supercars and won't build an SUV, although many of its competitors will roll out new utility vehicles in the next few years.
bmw and tesla executives discuss ways to promote electric cars model s white

FTC declares support for Tesla direct sales in car-dealer battle

Tesla Motors got a strong show of support from the Federal Trade Commission in its ongoing battle with state car-dealer associations and franchise laws.
Dubai Roadster rendering

The 400-HP Dubai Roadster track-car makes the Chevy Camaro Z/28 look like an Escalade

The Dubai Roadster is a track-day car in the vein of the KTM X-Bow and BAC Mono, but will it actually be put into production?
Subaru Viziv 2 concept

Subaru considers electric car to meet upcoming emissions standards

Subaru is considering an electric car to meet tightening emissions standards, although its next green model could be a diesel plug-in hybrid.
Pagani Huayra

Pagani Huayra Roadster will be blowing off billionaires’ toupees within two years

The Pagani Huayra roadster that's seemed like a foregone conclusion since the car was launched will reportedly arrive within two years.
2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0

Scion announces heritage-inspired 2015 FR-S Release Series 1.0 special edition

The 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is the first FR-S to get Scion's Release Series special-edition treatment. Only 1,500 will be made.
2015 Hennessey HPE550 Supercharged Cadillac Escalade

Hennessey gives the 2015 Cadillac Escalade some supercharged muscle

The 2015 Cadillac Escalade gets a dose of performance with the Hennessey HPE550 Supercharged upgrade, good for 557 horsepower.
2015 Subaru WRX

Sorry antique shoppers, Subaru won’t build a 2015 WRX wagon

The 2015 Subaru WRX will not be available as a wagon, despite a recent report to the contrary. Subaru says developing one would be too costly.
W Motors Lykan Hypersport

It’s alive! W Motors’ 245-mph Lykan Hypersport makes some noise at Top Marques Monaco

The W Motors Lykan Hypersport is one of the most outrageous supercars to emerge in some time. Hear its 770-hp engine wail at Top Marques Monaco.
Morgan Plus 8 Speedster

Morgan Plus 8 Speedster strips away frivolous luxuries … like a windshield

The Morgan Plus 8 Speedster recalls an era when many race cars were simply stripped-down road cars. What it lacks in comfort, it should make up in fun.
Maybach

Rappers delight: Mercedes-Benz may bring back Maybach

Maybach could return as a more-exclusive version of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class as soon as the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, followed by a new Pullman limo.
Volkswagen Golf R 400

The hottest of hatches: Volkswagen’s 395-hp Golf R 400 confirmed for production

The Volkswagen Golf R 400 concept made headlines at the 2014 Beijing Motor Show with its 395-hp engine, but soon it may be more than just a show car.
BMW Vision Future Luxury Concept

BMW’s Vision Future concept is a prophecy written in carbon fiber and aluminum

The BMW Vision Future Luxury Concept describes a vision of the future based on digital technology and lightweight, more-efficient vehicle designs.
Audi TT Offroad concept

Audi’s 408-horsepower TT Offroad concept is a mean (and green) plug-in sports car

The Audi TT Offroad concept is a small crossover based on the 2015 TT sports car, and powered by a green plug-in hybrid system.
Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV

Mercedes-Benz’s Concept Coupe SUV previews an ‘on-road’ X6-fighting crossover

The Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe SUV previews an upcoming M-Class coupe that will compete with the BMW X6 for luxury-car buyers' cash.
2015 Jaguar XK Final Fifty

Jaguar sends off the XK with E-Type-inspired Final Fifty special edition

The 2015 Jaguar XK Final Fifty limited edition will be the last XK model sold in the U.S. Based on the XKR, it features extra options and special trim.
Volkswagen Golf R400 Concept

Volkswagen’s Golf R 400 Concept storms Beijing with (not quite) 400 horsepower

The Volkswagen Golf R 400 concept extracts a monstrous 395 hp from the Golf R's engine. So far, though, it appears to be just a show car.
Volvo S60L Petrol Plug-In Hybrid

Volvo S60L Petrol Plug-In Hybrid concept slated for 2014 Beijing Motor Show debut

The Volvo S60L Petrol Plug-In Hybrid concept previews an upcoming plug-in hybrid model aimed at the Chinese market.
Saleen Tesla Model S rendering

Saleen goes from muscle cars to electric cars with modified Tesla Model S

The Saleen Tesla Model S announced recently has appeared, in two-dimensional form, at least. The actual car is expected next summer.
2015 Dodge Challenger

Shaker hood, anyone? Dodge’s 2015 Challenger gets a new hood but stays absolutely retro

The 2015 Dodge Challenger arrives with minor visual changes, new tech options, and a range-topping 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker performance model.
2015 Dodge Charger

2015 Dodge Charger sports a new face, but the same HEMI V8 power as before

The 2015 Dodge Charger features a redesigned front fascia, new technology options, and the same tire-smoking Hemi V8 engine.
2015 Subaru Outback

Subaru’s 2015 Outback can see around corners with help from some trick fog lights

The 2015 Subaru Outback brings Subaru's popular SUV-ish wagon into its 20th year, with a refined version of the successful Outback formula.
Bentley Continental GT3

Bentley motorsport returns to North America with Continental GT3 racer

Bentley motorsport will return to North America with two Continental GT3 cars campaigned by Dyson Racing in the Pirelli World Challenge series.