Category: Latest News
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James May, Executive Producer Wilman Quit ‘Top Gear’
While it’s seemed obvious for some time, Top Gear As We Know It is dead. Today’s developments put the nails in that particular coffin: both co-star James May and executive producer Andy Wilman have called it quits from the show. In May’s case, he’s said he won’t work on Top Gear without Jeremy Clarkson, though…
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Ford Engineer & Son Set New Hot Wheels Loop Record: Video
Take Your Child to Work Day often results in some unexpected surprises—but very few of them end up in a new world record. But for one Ford employee and his son, that’s exactly what happened: they’ve set a new Hot Wheels loop world record. DON’T MISS: Ford Moving Quickly To Ensure Cheap, High-Volume Carbon Fiber…
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2016 Lincoln Continental, Toroidion Supercar, Volvo Lounge Console: Today’s Car News
A prototype for Lincoln’s all-new Continental has been spotted. The good news is that the new full-size sedan, which replaces the MKS when it arrives next year, looks almost identical to the striking concept version unveiled in New York. Finnish firm Toroidion has unveiled a new supercar with a megawatt rating. That’s 1,341 horsepower…
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Mercedes-AMG Planning Standalone Sedan?
Tired of looking on at the Porsche Panamera with envy, Mercedes-AMG reportedly wants a performance sedan of its own. Of course, Mercedes-AMG already offers a full range of performance sedans based on models from Mercedes-Benz, but if the Affalterbach-based outfit hopes to transition from tuner to standalone sports car manufacturer it’s going…
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Prices Revealed
While we’re still waiting for our U.S.-spec configurator, we now know exactly how much each trim level of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 will cost to start, as well as the features that come with each. ALSO SEE: Ultra-Exotic Parking Problems: Veyron On LaFerrari Crime At $25,735 (including the $820 destination charge), the MX-5 Sport is…
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Nissan Playstation GT Academy Ramping Up For 5th U.S. Season: Video
With gamers turned racers taking podiums and points in series around the world at this point, it’s no wonder the Nissan Playstation GT Academy is coming back for a fifth season. The timing of the announcement is certainly liable to get ganja-loving gamers winking and nodding at each other, but for those seeking a top…
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Next-Gen Volkswagen Phaeton’s Design Previewed By C Coupe GTE Concept
Volkswagen has a variety of models it sells only in China, such as the Santana compact sedan and more recent Lamando four-door coupe. Now, the German automaker is previewing another model aimed exclusively at the Chinese market with the C Coupe GTE concept car, unveiled ahead of its debut tomorrow at the 2015 Shanghai Auto…
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2016 Ford Taurus Revealed Ahead Of 2015 Shanghai Auto Show
The Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] has pulled the covers off its all-new Taurus ahead of the car’s official world debut tomorrow at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show. This is the classic nameplate’s first appearance in China, a market where comfy, large sedans like the Taurus are still popular, and the version being shown in Shanghai…
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2016 Audi A6, A7 Priced
We’ve already had our stint behind the wheel of the new 2016 Audi A6, S6, A7, and S7, courtesy of a trip to Dresden, Germany, but today, Audi announced U.S. pricing of the lines. Updated exteriors and refreshed interior technology are among the updates justifying a mild price hike on all models. The Audi A6,…
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Making The 2015 Ford Mustang: Episode 1, Exterior Design
The 2015 Ford Mustang is here, but do you know how it got here? Probably not. But you soon will, thanks to a new video series from Ford. ALSO SEE: Hellcat Converted To E85 Sees 753 Rear-Wheel Horsepower: Video This first episode goes over some of the Mustang’s history and then talks about the new…