Items tagged with Automobiles
British automaker McLaren has teased a flagship that follows in the footsteps of the McLaren F1 and P1 supercars. Called the W1 (codenamed P18), the new car is set to launch next week. Beyond the name, the only thing known about the mystery vehicle is its powerplant: a bespoke 1000+ horsepower hybrid with a V8 that's...
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The European Commission (EC) has been quite busy lately passing new laws that are meant to protect consumers, and investigating tech giants such as Google, Apple, and Microsoft for violating those laws. However, tech giants are not the only entities the EC has in its sights, as it now also requires all new vehicles in...
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Lotus has revealed a concept study called the Lotus Theory 1. This futuristic EV platform showcases a combination of speculative performance numbers (e.g. 986 horsepower, 0-62 mph in under 2.5 seconds), the company's new design study that could influence coming Lotus vehicles, and also technological ideas that seem...
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202 miles per hour. Under seven minutes at the Nurburgring. Those are just some of the numbers Ford is claiming its all-new 2025 Mustang GTD bat-out-of-hell is capable of achieving. The speed and power from this fethered Mustang exceeds even that of the haloed Shelby GT500, and if you plan on buying one (assuming you...
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Owners of 2020-2024 Mini Cooper SE EVs should already be getting a recall letter from BMW of North America over a potential battery issue. The problem stems from batteries that were possibly manufactured out of specs, which could lead to overheating and thus, a potential fire risk. Curiously, BMW (which owns the Mini...
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Ford Motor Company has revealed plans to severely cut back on its retail EV (electric vehicle) strategy, save to focus on electrified commercial, long-range SUVs, plus mid-size and large pickups. Citing rising costs of batteries, the Dearborn-based automaker plans instead to focus on gas-electric hybrid development...
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Ford has announced three completely new versions of the much-loved (and hard to find) Maverick mid-sized pickup. Customers can now buy a dedicated Maverick Tremor off-roader, a street performance-based Maverick Lobo, or a where-were-you-since-day-one Maverick AWD Hybrid with 4,000 lbs towing capacity. Ford is...
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Pretty much any new car sold these days offers a connection to the internet in some form for fashion. This is to power smart capabilities, like onboard navigation and a plethora of other functions. However, some automakers are allegedly selling driver data to third parties at incredibly low prices, and it's not always...
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Honda has refreshed its beloved Civic Si mostly in the looks and tech department for a small bump in its asking price. Buyers now get heated front thrones as standard and the return of optional summer tires, among other improvements. Speaking of return, the Civic Hybrid is back after a long hiatus, this time with up...
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The 2025 BMW M5 is receiving an electrified plug-in hybrid powertrain that promises to deliver more of everything—more power, more torque, more tech, more space, more expensive, more (ahem) questionable design elements, and more meat on the already heavy bones. While not a full-on EV, the hybrid system will still...
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Just in time for Spring, Mercedes-Benz has been dropping a slew of AMG-fettled vehicles—the latest being the 469 horsepower Mercedes-AMG GT55 and 577 hp GT63 duo. As seen in the 'regular' Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe launched last year, the new cars have grown up for increased practicality and comfort while commanding higher...
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SUVs may be what the head wants, but deep down Dodge knows American's love their muscle cars. This might explain why there's a multi-energy lineup of 2024 Dodge Chargers, from 550 horsepower 3.0L twin turbos to 670 hp all-electric halo variants complete with an elaborately fake exhaust system (more on that...
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Aston Martin announced its heavily updated 2025 Vantage and Vantage GT3 during the Super Bowl, but curiously skipped out on ad placements during the big game altogether. Who needs Taylor Swift when the venerable Vantage is its own star power?
By appearances alone, the current generation Aston Martin Vantage doesn't...
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BMW bean counters have finally relented—fans of the current BMW Z4 will be getting a pricier six-speed manual transmission option. It'll be part of a $3,500 package that also unlocks a couple of striking color options for the vehicle.
Teased late last year, the 2025 BMW Z4 will please drivers who still like to row...
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Ford announced its upcoming Bronze Appearance Package for its 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT model. The motor company describes the latest offering as encouraging “personalization synonymous with the Mustang brand.”
The Ford Mustang has gone through several body styles since it first appeared on the showroom floor in 1964...
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Washington D.C.'s Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a new initiative involving Apple AirTags to combat a rise in car thefts in some neighborhoods. Free AirTags will be distributed to residents who live in areas where car thefts are on the rise in the coming months.
It is not often that a headline involving Apple's...
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A rare 1989 Ford Mustang Saleen SSC that Dennis Rodman once owned is up for sale. The 1989 Mustang is chassis #121 of the Saleen Autosport's unofficial Saleen Super Car tribute production commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Ford Mustang.
Whether you are a fan of the Ford Mustang or of Dennis Rodman, this rare...
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Ferrari just unveiled its first-ever racetrack ready hypercar that can also be taken out for a Sunday drive on public roads, the SF90 XX Stradale. The hypercar is similar in design to the SF90 Stradale, but Ferrari has added more power and aerodynamics to its XX sibling.
Ferrari is obviously well-known for...
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BMW teases its next high-performance car with its future generation M5. The new M5 is slated to start undergoing test drives on public roads, BMW proving grounds, and racetracks around the world very soon.
BMW is well-known for its luxury vehicles. The German motor vehicle manufacturer has been producing vehicles...
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"Right to Repair" is a contentious topic. Not among your average citizen, mind you; pretty much everyone agrees that someone who buys a product or device should be allowed to repair it if they have the skills, and that manufacturers shouldn't take steps to prevent users from doing that. It's mostly lobbyists for said...
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Ford is attempting to patent a computer system that would lock delinquent drivers out of their vehicles if late payments are not submitted "within a reasonable period of time." Additionally, the patent application describes next steps, including a partially autonomous vehicle driving itself to a repossession lot or...
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Hyundai and Kia are responding to a rash of car thefts in the wake of a TikTok challenge, which shows vehicles without push-button ignitions and immobilizing anti-theft devices were easy targets. Hyundai has already developed theft deterrent software for millions of its vehicles, which includes the theft alarm...
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