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First Drive: With The 2016 Honda Civic, Mediocrity Is No Longer Available

Posted: 19 Oct 2015 02:34 AM PDT

What is the automotive equivalent of being on hands and knees begging for forgiveness? It would probably be the 2016 Honda Civic.
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All-New BMW X1 Outshines Its Predecessor

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 06:42 PM PDT

The second-generation BMW X1 has replaced the raised wagon appearance of its predecessor for a proper SUV look. That may be good thing, as SUV buyers want their steed to look the part, too.
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In-Season Development Allowed For 2016 To Resolve Formula 1 Engine Crisis

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 05:25 PM PDT

A decision made by the FIA on Thursday, October 15 regarding the technical regulations for the 2016 season is meant to give engine manufacturers a break and make for more closely contested racint.
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MC Customs Turns The Wrangler Into A Bling Machine

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 04:11 PM PDT

The Jeep Wrangler has a very vibrant presence in the American aftermarket scene, as it can swiftly adopt two different appearances. Its rugged, pointy design and feel – along with the removable doors and hardtop – makes it the ideal base for an off-road adventure-mobile. Mind you, the same traits can turn it into a highly-customizable "bling-machine", being able to accommodate huge wheel and tire setups.
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Yamaha Teases Sports Coupe Due For Tokyo Motor Show

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 03:05 PM PDT

Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo on their MotoGP racers? Sure. Production motorcycles? Definitely. Plus boats, golf karts, snowmobiles and tons of other stuff.
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DiRT Simulator Gets Owned By Pro Rally Driver

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 01:03 PM PDT

If you've ever wondered how a real pro would handle the "difficulties" of a very sophisticated video game, here's your chance to watch Will Orders at work.
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Unique Ferrari F40 Fails To Sell At Auction

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 11:38 AM PDT

Only 1,311 Ferrari F40 units were produced between 1987 and 1992, but this example is different from any of its counterparts.
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What If 1920s Grand Prix Cars Had Period Correct Aero Installed?

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 10:04 AM PDT

This scenario could really have happened as in the 1920s people knew about aerodynamics (airplanes were growing increasingly advanced). All they needed to do was flip the airfoil concept (literally) so that it made downforce instead of lift.
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Imaginary Jaguar F-Pace Coupe Wants Your Attention

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 08:24 AM PDT

With the exception of the Range Rover Evoque, there are no three-door premium SUVs available on the market today. There are quite a few of the so-called coupe-SUVs however, with the BMW X6 being the most notorious.
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World's Fastest Audi R8 Lives Up To Its Name At Texas Invitational Event

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 07:07 AM PDT

If we wouldn't know any better, we could say that's a stock Audi R8 with after market alloys. In fact, looks are deceiving: this particular car puts down more than 2,100 HP.
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Mansory Gives The Porsche Panamera More Menacing Looks And 680 PS

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 05:40 AM PDT

True, Porsche's saloon has received a lot of criticism for its design, something Mansory tries to rectify a bit with this body kit.
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Lotus Adds Evora 400 To Driving Academy Fleet

Posted: 18 Oct 2015 04:15 AM PDT

Lotus has renewed their entire Driving Academy fleet, as five Elise 220 Cup, two Exige S and one Exige S Club Racer join the new Evora 400 on the famous Hethel test track in Norfolk.
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