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BMW Motorrad Vision Next 100

BMW’s Motorrad Vision Next 100 Concept is the Ultimate Mediator of Man and Machine

BMW has revealed its BMW Motorrad Vision Next 100 Concept motorcycle. The moto design study complements concepts from BMW, Rolls-Royce, and MINI.
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BMW is Preparing an M2 CSL to Take on Porsche’s Cayman GT4

The German automaker will introduce a lighter, more powerful version of the BMW M2 sports car to wear the M2 CSL nameplate and take on Porsche's Cayman GT4.
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New BMW K1600 B Touring Bike Wants to Define Two-Wheeled Comfort in America

BMW has revealed its new BMW K1600 B touring motorcycle at a media event in Los Angeles The American Grand Tourer is all about style and comfort.
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Place Your Bets: BMW is Running One Heck of an Innovation Race

During BMW Motorrad’s unveiling of its Vision Next 100 concept, BMW Group CEO Harald Krueger gave us a glimpse into the company’s mobility future.
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BMW’s ReachNow App Mobilizes in Brooklyn, Adds Features

BMW's ReachNow mobility app is adding ride sharing, long term loan, and owner rental services to its car sharing platform.
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2017 BMW X5 xDrive40e iPerformance Review

Digital Trends takes the 2017 BMW X5 xDrive40e on a road trip from New York to Boston to test its real-world fuel economy, comfort, and performance.
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Luxury Graces Mainstream: BMW Will Provide Engines For Toyota’s Corolla

BMW and Toyota's collaboration could extend from their sports car project to the Toyota Corolla. BMW will reportedly build an engine for the compact car.
2017 BMW 5 Series

2017 BMW 5 Series First Drive

The 7th generation 2017 BMW 5 Series is here to re-conquer the midsize performance luxury sedan segment with a lighter body, more power, & a cleaner design.
BMW i8 Roadster First Look

BMW Will Finally Make Its i8 Roadster Concept A Reality

BMW has released a teaser for its production-spec i8 Roadster, five years after showing a concept version. The hybrid sports car will debut in LA this year.
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BMW’s Long-Awaited 8 Series Successor Will Flaunt Its Two-Door Form Next Year

BMW's 8 Series will finally return next year as a flagship two-door model to rival the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. A four-door coupe may also be in the works.
2019 BMW M850i xDrive

2019 BMW M850i xDrive Review

BMW has been out of the grand touring game for some time but the rebirth of the 8 Series gives the brand an aspirational model it so desperately needs. Read on for our first impressions of the M850i xDrive.
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The Lavish BMW X7 M50i Is a Reminder to Enjoy the Journey

On a weekend getaway to Santa Barbara, CA at the helm of BMW's lavish X7 M50i SUV we are reminded to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.
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Why Mental Health Matters (and Why It’s Time to Change Our Perspective)

We can’t expect to eat whatever we want, avoid exercise, and stay in shape. How, then, can we expect to manage constant stress or depression without tending to our mental health?
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Amazon Gets Even Easier With In-Car Delivery to Volvo and GM Vehicles

A brand-new in-car delivery allows Amazon customers to use Amazon Key, register their Volvo or GM vehicle, and receive packages right in their car. However, it isn't a flawless system.
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The Motorcycle Lover’s Gift Guide

We've assembled a list of the best motorcycle gear of the year - just in time for the holidays. Always ride in style (and safety).
Ducati XDiavel

2016 Ducati XDiavel Review

Ducati’s XDiavel is a cruiser/sport bike hybrid that introduces two opposing camps of riders to an exciting new riding experience.
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The 5 Best Car Movies of All Time

With so much of our lives impacted by cars, it only makes sense that there have been some fantastic movies made about them. If asked to refine the long list of car movies down to just five favorites, these would be our picks.
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Our Favorite Pieces of Gear in the Stylish Lineup of Dainese Motorcycle Gear

Few brands have made as significant an impact on motorcycle safety as Dainese. In addition to its innovative motorsport gear, the company offers a range of stylish apparel — jackets, boots, gloves, and more — to break the stigma that safety has to look dorky.
2018 Jeep Wrangler LA Auto Show

The All-New 2018 Jeep Wrangler is Here: Let Us Talk You Through It

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL was finally revealed at the 2017 LA Auto Show and we've got all the juicy details. Get ready for the new era of Wrangler.
Ford 2019 Mustang Bullitt

Ford’s Steve McQueen-Inspired Mustang Bullitt is Back for 2019

Ford introduced the 2019 Mustang Bullitt at the 2018 Detroit Motor Show to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the namesake Steve McQueen movie.
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Testing a Ducati Bike with a Velomacchi Pack

What better way to escape than with two wheels beneath you and all your gear on your back? We combined the capability of the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro Pro with the cleverness of the Velomacchi Speedway pack for an adventure to Joshua Tree National Park.
2018 Mercedes-Benz E400

2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe First Drive Review

The Manual takes a road trip through British Columbia in Mercedes-Benz's all-new E400 Coupe - what wonders await on the snowcapped horizon?
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Lamborghini’s Rear-Wheel Drive Huracan Spyder Is Open-Top Ecstasy

Lamborghini's Huracan LP580-2 Spyder is the company's most affordable convertible, but there's nothing cheap about 571 horsepower and rear-wheel drive.
2016 McLaren 675LT

2016 McLaren 675LT Review

The 2016 McLaren 675LT is the star athlete, teachers’ pet, and after-school tutor to struggling supercars with performance, road manor, and innovation.
2016 Infiniti QX50

2016 Infiniti QX50 Review

The driving dynamics and value in Infiniti’s 2016 QX50 compact luxury crossover are as relevant as ever.
2016 Bentley Continental GTC Speed

2016 Bentley Continental GTC Speed Review

Effortlessly quick, graceful, and lavish, the 2016 Bentley Continental GTC Speed owns the grand touring category.
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2015 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro Review

Toyota's 4Runner TRD Pro is an unstoppable off-road limousine
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Infiniti Unveils Major Facelift for the 2018 QX80

Infiniti revealed its 2018 QX80 luxury SUV at the Dubai Motor Show. The refreshed model borrows styling cues from the QX80 Monograph concept.
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2021 Bentley Continental GT Review: Perfection From Imperfection

The 2021 Continental GT is a brilliant reminder that humanity’s flaws shouldn’t be obscured. By embracing the imperfect art of craftsmanship, Bentley has created a vehicle that exceeds even our most polished pretenses.
Ferrari’s F8 Spider

A Trip in Ferrari’s F8 Spider to Malibu, California is the Ultimate Destination Detox

We take Ferrari's all-new F8 Spider on a getaway to Malibu, California to relieve ourselves of quarantine woes.
Acura NSX

2017 Acura NSX Review: Is It a Super Car?

The 2017 Acura NSX has the performance and price of a supercar, but does it have the wow-factor? To find out, we gauged the reactions of everyday observers.
2018 Land Rover Range Rover SVAutobiography

The All-New 2018 Range Rover SVAutobiography is a First-Class SUV

Land Rover has introduced its most expensive and luxurious model ever. The 2018 Range Rover SVAutobiography brings first-class travel to the SUV.
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2019 Roush Stage 3 Mustang: A 2022 Review

With over 50 years experience modifying Ford vehicles, Roush has developed three stages of “pump” for the 2019 Mustang GT. In our 2022 review, we decided to test the most extreme "Stage 3" setup, delivering 710 horsepower.
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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Review

There isn’t a single thing about the 2016 MX-5 that’s revolutionary. It has three pedals, a handbrake, a naturally-aspirated engine, a rear-wheel drive setup, and a manual folding fabric roof.
2016 Honda Civic Coupe

2016 Honda Civic Coupe Review

The 2016 Honda Civic Coupe is handsome, comfortable, peppy, and tech-rich for those who want an even bolder look than the sedan.
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The 2022 McLaren 570S Spider Offers More Than Just Mind-Blowing Stats

The 2022 McLaren 570S Spider is a 562-horsepower convertible, yet it's what the numbers can't tell you about this dazzling supercar that makes it a driver's delight.
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This Immaculate 1971 Hemi Cuda Says There’s No School like Old School

The lowest-mileage, highest-optioned Plymouth Barracuda is being sold for a cool $1.29 million; its ownership story might be as cool as the car itself.
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The 2019 Senna is McLaren’s Most Outrageous Car Yet

The McLaren Senna is the most hardcore road car the British brand has ever created, with numbers to back up its legendary name.
2020 Maserati Quattroporte GTS Review

There’s No Such Thing as an Average Day of Maserati Ownership (2022 Review)

2021 Maserati Quattroporte GTS owners don't know the meaning of average, which makes all the difference during these trying times.
Aston Martin DB9 GT

2022 Aston Martin DB9 GT First Drive Review

The 2022 Aston Martin DB9 GT is the final chapter in a story of striking beauty that has paved the way for the brand’s next iconic design.
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The 2022 Jeep Gladiator Helped Me Rediscover Fun Outdoors

It's been a while since Jeep has had a pickup in their lineup. Now, they've brought it back in the form of the 2022 Jeep Gladiator. Here's how it drives.
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Behind the Wheel of the 2022 Aston Martin DB11 Volante in Nice, France (Video)

We drop the top on the 2022 Aston Martin's new DB11 Volante and take this V8-powered convertible for a test drive in Nice, France, when the weather is anything but nice.
2020 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Label review

Your Next Escape is Anywhere, as Long as You’re Driving a 2022 Rolls-Royce Cullinan

We spend a week with the 2022 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge, finding it to be a refuge on wheels and a willing adventure companion.
2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet Review

2022 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet Review: Still The Sports Car Icon

Automotive performance looks very different today than it did when the 911 first greeted the world, yet the Porsche 911 Carrera remains a sports car icon.
2017 Mercedes AMG G65

The Mercedes-AMG G65 is the Perfect Blend of Classic and Contemporary

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been in production for 38 years, and though it has become more refined, it's still the same rugged SUV it always was.
2017 Nissan GT-R Premium

2017 Nissan GT-R Premium Review

The 2017 Nissan GT-R Premium gets a facelift and more power to stay relevant in the increasingly competitive supercar space.
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Follow the Epochal Porsche 911’s Lineage through the Ages

The Porsche 911 sports car is basically the vehicular embodiment of “iconic.” Over 53 years, the 911 has kept its DNA, but added an all-new attitude.
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Our Picks For The 3 Best In-Car GPS Devices

Those who love road trips and hate being tethered to Wi-Fi will love these best in-car GPS systems. Explore more, worry less.
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5 Best Cars You Can Modify for $15,000 or Less

Whether for cost saving or product planning reasons, new cars are always held back a bit by the automaker. That's where you and the aftermarket come in. Grab one of these great starting tuner cars for under $15,000 and start modifying today.
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7 Best Muscle Cars of All Time

It makes sense why muscle cars caught on in the mid-20th century, and why Americans still gravitate towards these tire-thrashing heroes. The seven best muscle cars of all time fulfill our desire to harness power and make a show of it.