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October 26, 2017

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 Review: Taking it to Redline

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 Review: Taking it to Redline
Jumping from the rugged Chevy Colorado ZR2 into the far larger and refined Silverado 1500 Z71 Redline was a wise decision. Although both trucks are quite different from one another in a myriad of ways, a line of GM comparisons and contrasts between the two demands to be drawn.…
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October 26, 2017

Ferrari 458 Italia? Nope, Toyota Celica Italia

Ferrari 458 Italia? Nope, Toyota Celica Italia
Of all of the cars I’ve ever driven – and I’ve driven quite a few – my favorite is still the Ferrari 458 Italia. It just offered the right combination of power, oversteer, and drop dead looks that are everything you want in an Italian sportscar.…
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October 25, 2017

Mazda KAI Concept: Please Let the Next Mazda3 Look This Good

Mazda KAI Concept: Please Let the Next Mazda3 Look This Good
For the last few years, Mazda has been pushing its entire line into their muscular and dynamic “KODO” design language with great success. If you ask me, it’s the most distinctive, consistent, and identifiable look that any automaker has on the road today.…
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October 25, 2017

Honda Sports EV Concept Has Retro-Modern Appeal

Honda Sports EV Concept Has Retro-Modern Appeal
Tokyo Motor Show 2018 kicked off this week, and like most years, each of the major Japanese automakers turned up with some cool new concept designs.…
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October 24, 2017

ARES X-RAID Reinvents the Mercedes G-Class SUV

ARES X-RAID Reinvents the Mercedes G-Class SUV
The boxy Mercedes-Benz G-Class has an extremely distinctive look, but the guys at Modena, Italy coachbuilder ARES Design have their own vision for the rugged and powerful 4×4.…
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October 23, 2017

2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T: The Purist’s 911

2018 Porsche 911 Carrera T: The Purist’s 911
From the base 911 Carrera to the 911 GT2 RS, the Porsche 911 has a lot of different forms, with a lot of different features. But if you’re in the market for a 911 that’s all about the purity of driving, the new 911 Carrera T could be just what the doctor ordered.…
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October 23, 2017

2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Review: Impulsive Pickup Truck Tracks

2017 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Review: Impulsive Pickup Truck Tracks
Truck buying trends have kicked into high gear in recent years, and as automotive enthusiasts we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. From TRD Pro Tacomas and the mighty Nissan Titan, to air-ride-equipped RAM 1500 Night Editions and the carnivorous Raptor, there is a lot to like on the market nowadays.…
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October 22, 2017

2018 Range Rover Velar First Drive: Sophistication Meets Capability

2018 Range Rover Velar First Drive: Sophistication Meets Capability
It’s been less than a year since Land Rover knocked our socks off with the 2017 Discovery. So what are the chances that a company with a history of few new models could pull off two solid entries in a single calendar year?…
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October 19, 2017

Audi Shows off New 2019 A7 Sportback

Audi Shows off New 2019 A7 Sportback
If you like to travel in style, the Audi A7 isn’t a bad way to go. It combines the size of a sedan with the sporty rear profile of a fastback.…
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October 19, 2017

This Double-Wide Jeep Wrangler Doesn’t Fit in a Lane

This Double-Wide Jeep Wrangler Doesn’t Fit in a Lane
I’ve seen plenty of wide-body and wide-track suspension kits, designed to give cars greater stability and room for wider tires, but these guys took vehicle widening to a whole new level.…
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October 19, 2017

Polestar 1 Is a 600 hp Hybrid Sports Coupe from Volvo Spin-off

Polestar 1 Is a 600 hp Hybrid Sports Coupe from Volvo Spin-off
There’s been a whole lot of buzz on the street about Polestar’s plans to release high performance vehicles that benefit from electric power. Well now we have seen the first fruits of their efforts – a luxury sports coupe that cranks out 600 hp, thanks to a hybrid electric drivetrain.…
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October 17, 2017

Want a Real Shelby Cobra, But Don’t Know How to Drive Stick?

Want a Real Shelby Cobra, But Don’t Know How to Drive Stick?
The original Shelby Cobra Roadster is one of the most desirable cars out there. But one thing that stands in the way of some folks from enjoying classic cars is the fact that many of them only came with manual transmissions.…
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October 16, 2017

The History and Evolution of the Mustang, Challenger, and Corvette

The History and Evolution of the Mustang, Challenger, and Corvette
There are a handful of sports cars which have been staples of the American gearheads’ diet for decades. The big ones being the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger, the Chevrolet Corvette, and the Chevrolet Camaro.…
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October 15, 2017

This Russian Truck Has an Appropriately Russian Easter Egg

This Russian Truck Has an Appropriately Russian Easter Egg
Russia isn’t exactly known for their cars. Most of the ones I’m aware of are either highly utilitarian, boxy trucks and vans, crazy military style off-roaders, or junky sub-compacts held together with bubble gum and spit.…
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October 14, 2017

2018 Aston Martin DB11 Volante Drops Its Top

2018 Aston Martin DB11 Volante Drops Its Top
Aston Martin’s foxy DB11 sports coupe is getting a convertible variant in the form of the 2018 DB11 Volante. The open top version of the DB11 shares much of the visual appeal of the hard top, but with the opportunity to enjoy some wind in your hair.…
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