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Volvo Boss Says Diesel Engines May Die After 2020

Posted: 11 Mar 2017 03:58 AM PST

As hybrid and electric vehicles become more common, it seems increasingly obvious that diesel engines will soon go the way of the dodo.
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Why Ski Downhill When You Can Ski At 75 MPH With A Jetpack?

Posted: 11 Mar 2017 02:56 AM PST

If you're one of those few people that think downhill skiing is a little too easy or a little too mainstream, Ski Cross world champion Filip Flisar has the answer, jetpack skiing!
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McLaren's F1 Team Went Through Five Honda Engines In Four Day Test

Posted: 11 Mar 2017 01:39 AM PST

The first four-day pre-season testing for the 2017 Formula 1 concluded last week and while the cars proved to be much faster than last year's competitors, not everything went smoothly, particularly for the McLaren team.
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New Smart ForTwo & ForFour Electric Drive Priced From €21,940 In Germany

Posted: 11 Mar 2017 12:25 AM PST

After the zero-emission versions of the ForTwo and ForFour made their debuts at the Geneva Motor Show, Smart is now focusing on their market launch.
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Here's Why No Production Car Can Hit 300 MPH...Yet!

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 07:58 PM PST

When it comes to creating a 300 mph (483 km/h) club, the reason why it hasn't been done yet is surprisingly straight forward.
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2018 VW Atlas Review Finds It Family Friendly, But Is That Enough?

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 06:38 PM PST

In the wake of the cheating emissions scandal, Volkswagen needs to earn back the trust of the American audience, and they think that they have the right vehicle to do so - the new Atlas.
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This Chevy Impala Wants To Be A Fast And Furious R34 Skyline

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 06:03 PM PST

If you're a fan of Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift, then we have a very humorous treat for you, this customized 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
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Daredevil Jumps Motorbike Over Californian Freeway, Authorities Not Happy

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 05:31 PM PST

A daredevil was filmed jumping his dirt bike over a section of the 60 freeway in Riverside County, California last Saturday.
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Porsche Issued 3 Recalls For Everything From The Macan To The 911 R

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 05:01 PM PST

Remember a couple of months ago when we reported on a rare recall issued for Porsche's sports cars? Well it turns out that wouldn't be the last, as Zuffenhausen has issued three more recall notices in the United States alone.
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Uber Driver Gets Uber-Excited Giving Dwyane Wade A Ride

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 04:31 PM PST

Let's face it, offering your services to one of the all-time greatest basketball players to ever live has to at least qualify as the highlight of somebody's day.
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Yes One Minute, No The Next: Mercedes Now Says X-Class Not Coming To The U.S.

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 06:35 PM PST

Will the Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup come to the United States or not? It's a question that has been asked ever since the vehicle debuted as a concept and now, it seems we may have a definitive answer.
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BMW Group's Sales Reach New Records In February

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 03:38 PM PST

With three premium brands under its watch, the BMW Group has reported record sales worldwide In February totaling 169,073 units, which represents a 3.1 percent increase over last year.
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House Votes Against Lane Splitting Bill In Utah

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 03:01 PM PST

Despite California deciding to legalize lane splitting (among other things) in 2016, it seems other states will not be so quick to follow.
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Aria Concept For A Mid-Engine Corvette Is A Thing Of Beauty

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 03:25 PM PST

By now, you've all heard that the next chapter in the Corvette's timeline will mark the introduction of a mid-engine model into the lineage. We don't know what it will look like yet, but we wouldn't mind one but if it was very close to the real-life concept you see here.
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Russian Soldiers Drift The Sparks Out Of A Tank

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 02:01 PM PST

On today's edition of 'what bizarre machines you can drift?' we bring you the joys of being a Russian soldier.
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Volvo Remembers Its 262C Bertone Coupe On Its 40th Anniversary

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 01:31 PM PST

Designed in Sweden and built in Italy, the Volvo 262C has just turned 40.
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Spec Your Own 720S With McLaren’s Official Configurator

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 01:00 PM PST

With the new McLaren 720S still celebrating its grand reveal at the Geneva Motor Show, it's now a good time to head over the company's configurator and build your perfect spec.
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This Is The Alpine A110 Video We've All Been Waiting For

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 12:33 PM PST

Any mid-engined, rear-wheel drive sports car driven hard on Col de Turini would capture our attention, but it's an extra special when it's a brand-new model like Alpine's new A110.
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Lamborghini Mulls Electric Sports Car, But Not Before 2025

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 12:05 PM PST

In order to remain competitive and continue making investors happyy, Lamborghini have already stepped out of their comfort zone by prepping the launch of a new SUV, the Urus.
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This Toyota 86 Got A Tuned Nissan GT-R Engine Transplant

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 11:35 AM PST

When trying to create the ultimate "sleeper" car, achieving a 1:1 power to weight ratio is what we call a job well done.
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VW Group & Tata Motors Officially Announce Joint Venture For New Models

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 11:06 AM PST

VW and Tata have officially announced their new partnership in creating a new range of models targeted to emerging markets like India.
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Watch How Volvo Crash-Tested The New 2018 XC60

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 09:18 PM PST

When it comes to safety, Volvo has an impeccable reputation to keep, which is why the all-new XC60 has to score top marks with Euro NCAP.
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OKCU's Mercedes V-Class Is A Private Jet On Wheels

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 10:00 AM PST

Many Mercedes-Benz V-Class models offer large families and even celebrities the perfect place to relax while on the move with levels of luxury not usually found in vans. For some, even that is not enough.
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New Mercedes-AMG GT Concept, E63 Wagon And E-Class Cabrio Coming To New York Auto Show

Posted: 10 Mar 2017 09:31 AM PST

The all-new Mercedes-AMG GT Concept, AMG E63 and E-Class Cabriolet will be at the center of the German brand's presentation at this year's New York Auto Show.
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