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New viral video shows Tesla’s Cybertruck’s shatterproof glass has come a long way

One of the Cybertruck's most hyped up features actually has real-world applications.

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Bugatti’s next hypercar will feature a V16 engine

We now know a little bit more about Bugatti's next generation of hypercars

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The Maserati GranCabrio: The Trident gives its GranTurismo a Spyder variant

Maserati has launched a convertible variant of its luxury sports car the GranTurismo in the form of the GranCabrio.

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New Aston Martin Vantage GT4: Aston rounds off its 2024 racing lineup

Aston Martin's Vantage GT4 is what happens when one of the road's hottest cars is tuned for track perfection.

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Aston Martin delays launch of its first EV, says drivers don’t want electric cars

Although its EV is delayed until at least 2026, Aston Martin says that it will continue to build hybrid cars to maximize the benefits that both types of motors can bring.

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The Rolls-Royce Arcadia Droptail is a little glance at heaven

Rolls Royce's Arcadia Droptail is a tranquil, coachbuilt, glance at heaven.

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LG OLED and Shepard Fairey are bringing authentic art to the digital canvas

Learn how LG OLED Art is teaming up with renowned artist Shepard Fairey to reinvent the modern digital canvas at Frieze LA 2024.

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Hennessey supercharges the C8 Corvette Stingray: Fast just got faster

Unlike the naturally aspirated, high-revving Z06, Hennessey decided to use the tried-and-true old-school method of getting massive power from a small block V-8 with a belt-driven supercharger which peaks at a lofty 708 horsepower and 638 pound-feet of torque.

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Ford offers factory matte clear film to personalize your 2024 Mustang

For an extra $5,995, the Ford factory can add matte finish clear film to any 2024 Mustang paint color, coupe's now and convertibles this fall.

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Ford plays it all ways, focusing on EVs, hybrids, and gas engines

Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley outlined Ford's plans for EVs, hybrids, and vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs).

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The U.S. government may delay EV requirements — what that means for car buyers

The Biden Administration may soften the early impact of proposed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tailpipe emissions standards.

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10 years on, Hennessey aims to reclaim its fastest car title

Hennessey took the "World's Fastest Production Car" crown from Bugatti back in 2014. Ten years on, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer is aiming to do it again.

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VW ID.7 Tourer flagship EV will have up to 426 mile range

Volkswagen announced presales ordering will start this quarter in Europe for a new BEV, the ID.7 Tourer, a station wagon version of the VW ID.7 fastback sedan.

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Is AT&T down? What you need to know about the outage

Is AT&T down and are there a countrywide network issues happening right now? This brief article will help you understand what's going on.

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Indian Motorcycle, Roland Sands Design collaborate on special edition 2024 FTR x RSD Super Hooligan

The 2024 Indian FTR x RSD Super Hooligan is a styled, performance-tweaked Indian FTR R Carbon model that represents unrestrained motorcycling joy.

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Toyota invests another $1.3B in US factory to build all-new, 3-row electric SUV

Toyota's Kentucky plant has received a major investment ahead of plans to bring a new three-row electric SUV to the U.S. market.

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2024 Aston Martin Vantage: For real drivers only

The new sports car is the most driver-focused and fastest Vantage since Aston Martin first used the name for a special edition in 1950.

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We really wish these compact, Korea-exclusive RVs and campervans were available stateside

These three Korean campers keep things lightweight, compact, and tidy, designed for road-tripping with everything you need and nothing you don't.

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We love this handsome van-life wood paneling, and it’s sustainable too

If you're planning to spend months (or longer) in your van, you'll be staring at the inside of your vehicle a lot. So why not invest in wood paneling you love?

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MINI debuts 5th generation 3-door MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S with gas engines

The new generation Mini Cooper C and Mini Cooper S 3-door gas-powered cars combine minimalist design with a go-cart-like driving experience.

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2025 Ford Explorer SUV offers redesigned interior, hands-free highway driving, but still packs only ICE power

Ford announced the 2025 Explorer, calling out the SUV's more comfortable interior, enhanced connectivity, and increased access to hands-free highway driving.

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At $295 million, this is the most expensive home in America

If you have a spare $295 million (we know you do) come check out this property, the most expensive in the USA.

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An all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S is set to debut this fall: Everything we know so far

Stellantis also will use the Wagoneer S's BEV-native platform with all-electric vehicles from Dodge, Chrysler, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati.

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This tiny caravan uses one smart feature to almost double its space when parked

Sportcaravan got to thinking about how it could make its already pint-sized Cube "caravan" trailers simultaneously smaller and bigger. Enter the Cube 1.

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GM slashes EV production in half for 2024, still plans to have 1,000,000 electric cars by 2025

GM is scaling back its short term EV goals, but its longer term plans are staying in place.

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Apple CarPlay 2.0 is coming this year – but it’s probably going to be a flop – here’s why

Apple CarPlay is one of the most popular automotive infotainment systems around, and that's a problem for some manufacturers.

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Fewer EVs qualify for the $7,500 EV tax credit in 2024

IvanRadic / Openverse In August 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law and repealed the previous electric vehicle tax credit that had been in effect since 2010. Unlike the previous guidelines, in which any EV could qualify for a tax credit of up to $7,500 as long as the manufacturer hadn’t […]

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Ford promises its Mustang Mach-E GT package has the fastest ever 0-60 time

Ford recently introduced the 2024 Mustang Mach-E GT Bronze Appearance Package available for preordering soon.

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Harley-Davidson features four new motorcycles: Street Glide, Road Glide, and two CVOs

Harley-Davidson continues to find ways to improve the performance, comfort, and convenience of its bikes without straying far from the design standards.

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Poor Tesla: The Cybertruck was just outdone by a Subaru Crosstrek

The long-awaited Cybertruck has failed to live up to yet another promise

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Toyota chairman boldly claims electric cars will never dominate, says hybrids are the better option

Weirdly and ironically, the topic of EVs has become a very charged issue, with more and more people taking hard-lined stances for or against these vehicles. But, as with most things, perhaps the answer, at least for now, lies somewhere in the middle.

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F1 Shocker: Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes, joins Ferrari and Charles Leclerc to create “superteam”

Scuderia Ferrari broke the news that Lewis Hamilton will be drive for Ferrari starting in 2025.

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Chicago, Tesla show how climate change is beating EVs

Leaving home with a warmed battery and a warm vehicle interior is the best practice when the temperatures outside are very cold.

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New Mercedes Benz E-Class arrives soon, starting at $62,300, available with 21″ wheels and an illuminated grille

The sixth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedans arriving at U.S. dealerships soon will set the new standard for competitive brands.

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New government subsidy makes buying an electric car much more attractive

Point of sale tax credits, EV home charger credits, and charging infrastructure awards are just a few of the government subsidies that support EV ownership.

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The 9 best electric cars to buy in 2024

Our pulse still quickens at the idea of massive power, no matter how it is produced. However, with the onset of the electric revolution, a car's range has become a number that is almost, if not more, exciting. The following are what we think are the nine best electric cars on the market in 2024.

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