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December 17, 2015

First Drive Review: 2016 Lexus GS F

First Drive Review: 2016 Lexus GS F
One of the cars I’ve really been looking forward too since it was first announced has been the new Lexus GS F. After the good times I had in the Lexus RC F last year, I was wondering how well the performance pedigree would hold up on a larger, 4-door sedan.…
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December 17, 2015

2016 Infiniti Q50 Twin Turbo V6 Detailed

2016 Infiniti Q50 Twin Turbo V6 Detailed
The technology behind turbochargers is very interesting. Being able to make something that takes wasted exhaust gases and makes more power is impressive. Unless you are familiar with turbo technology and how it works, you might not realize just how fast the impellers inside the turbos spin.…
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December 16, 2015

2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC 300 / AMG SLC 43

2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC 300 / AMG SLC 43
Mercedes-Benz has been updating many of its cars, and the latest unveiling is the 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC – their compact, 2-seat convertible. The car comes in SLC300 and AMG SLC43 versions.…
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December 16, 2015

Genesis G90 Specs and Images Unveiled

Genesis G90 Specs and Images Unveiled
I’m still not sure how I feel about Hyundai trying to move upscale and make luxury cars. Toyota, Honda and Nissan were able to do it with Lexus, Acura, and Infiniti, so I guess Hyundai can do it with Genesis.…
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December 15, 2015

Mercedes-AMG S 65 Cabriolet Packs 630hp V12 into a Drop Top

Mercedes-AMG S 65 Cabriolet Packs 630hp V12 into a Drop Top
If you are a fan of the Mercedes-AMG S 65 Coupe, but have always wanted something that offered open air driving, here is your car – the Mercedes-AMG S 65 Cabriolet.…
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December 14, 2015

Drag Race: Jaguar XJR vs. Jet Suit

Drag Race: Jaguar XJR vs. Jet Suit
Stuntman Yves Rossy has been flying all around the world using his fancy winged backpack with the jet engines on it. This time out Rossy is taking on former F1 ace Martin Brundle, behind the wheel of a powerful 2016 Jaguar XJR, capable of hitting 174 mph.…
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December 4, 2015

McLaren 675LT Spider Drops the Top on Exotic Performance

McLaren 675LT Spider Drops the Top on Exotic Performance
McLaren has rolled out the convertible version of the 675LT, the 675LT Spider. Only 500 of these cars will be made and sold globally and it is the second model to wear the LT badge in the McLaren line.…
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December 3, 2015

Overfinch Defender 40th Anniversary Edition

Overfinch Defender 40th Anniversary Edition
Overfinch is a name that many of us here in the US might not be familiar with. Overseas, where folks that can get new Defenders right off the Land Rover lot probably know the company name; Overfinch has been souping up Defenders for 40 years. …
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December 1, 2015

Next Mercedes SLR Could be a 1000hp Mid-Engine Hypercar

Next Mercedes SLR Could be a 1000hp Mid-Engine Hypercar
Rumors are flying that Mercedes-AMG is set to build a new version of its vaunted SLR sports car. There are two different stories making the rounds, with one suggesting a front-engine car with a turbo V6 and hybrid power combining for 650 PS. …
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November 30, 2015

Mercedes-AMG A45 World Champion Edition

Mercedes-AMG A45 World Champion Edition
Mercedes is celebrating the fact that it has already clinched the F1 manufacturer’s championship with the release of a limited edition A45 AMG. The car is called the A45 World Champion Edition, and it’s wrapped in green and black graphics reminiscent of the F1 livery used on the AMG Petronas F1 car.…
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November 30, 2015

Bentley May Be Working on More Potent Bentayga

Bentley May Be Working on More Potent Bentayga
Word on the street is that that Bentley is looking to unveil a new Bentayga variant at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. According to the rumor, the new model would focus on street performance and combine coupe and SUV styling, perhaps along the lines of the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the BMW X6 M.…
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November 29, 2015

The Range Rover SVR Races Silverstone… on Ice

The Range Rover SVR Races Silverstone… on Ice
I recently had the opportunity to drive the Range Rover SVR, and it truly is one of the most impressive vehicles I’ve driven this year, offering the full off-road capabilities of a Range Rover, combined with the heart and soul of a sports car.…
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November 18, 2015

2017 Lincoln MKZ Gets Big Facelift, 100 Extra Horsepower

2017 Lincoln MKZ Gets Big Facelift, 100 Extra Horsepower
Lincoln has unveiled the new 2017 MKZ. The new car is very attractive, and a great change from the outgoing design, thanks to a dramatically redesigned fascia – inspired by the Continental Concept.…
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November 17, 2015

First Drive Review: 2016 Lexus RX450h

First Drive Review: 2016 Lexus RX450h
Let’s be honest, most hybrids are not thought of as very exciting. In keeping with 95Octane’s motto of “Cars that Don’t Suck,” we decided to cover a hybrid that adds some excitement and sportiness to the genre.…
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November 17, 2015

GMC Denali Badge Headed to Canyon Mid-Size Truck

GMC Denali Badge Headed to Canyon Mid-Size Truck
GMC has been selling full-size Denali trucks and a slew of Denali SUVs for a long time, but the upscale Denali packaging has never been offered on its mid-size Canyon.…
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