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2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first drive

2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first drive review

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter boasts infotainment and driver-assist tech from Mercedes’ passenger cars. It’s not something normally seen on big vans, but it makes the Sprinter a much easier vehicle to use. Mercedes will build U.S.-market Sprinters at a new factory in South Carolina.
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From drones to pickup trucks, Workhorse CEO believes the future is electric

Workhorse wants to make sure your next package gets delivered more efficiently. The Ohio-based company builds electric vans, and is branching out into drones, an electrified pickup truck called the W-15, and a small personal helicopter called the SureFly, which is currently undergoing testing.
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Riding along in Audi’s e-tron, the electric SUV born to slay Teslas

The E-Tron is Audi’s first mass-market electric vehicle, and we got to take a ride in this Tesla-fighting crossover down Colorado’s Pikes Peak over a month before the official unveiling. Get a first look at the Audi E-Tron’s performance, tech, and specs with this sneak preview.
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At Pikes Peak, VW just used an EV to smash a gas-powered record

The Volkswagen I.D. R electric car smashed the overall record at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, making a major statement for electric power. Volkswagen claims the I.D. R is just the beginning, and that its future lies with electric cars. But how long will it take to get there?
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2019 Honda Insight first drive review

The 2019 Honda Insight hides its hybrid nature behind conventional sedan styling. Honda’s latest hybrid offers impressive fuel economy, but without the quirkiness of some of its rivals. It’s pitched as a nice sedan that just happens to be a hybrid, but is that the right approach? Read our first drive review to find out.
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Dodge’s 840-horsepower Challenger SRT Demon roars off into the sunset

The last Dodge Challenger SRT Demon rolled off a Canadian assembly line, closing the books on Dodge's most insane muscle car. Production was limited to one model year and 3,300 units. The final Demon and the final Dodge Viper sports car will be auctioned off together for charity.
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2019 Subaru Ascent first drive review

The 2019 Subaru Ascent is the Japanese automaker’s largest-ever production model. It was built to keep Subaru owners with large families in the fold, but should put competitors on notice as well.
2018 Lincoln Navigator review

2018 Lincoln Navigator review

The 2018 Lincoln Navigator takes on the Cadillac Escalade and other full-size luxury SUVs for country-club supremacy. The redesigned Navigator has a lot of new tricks up its sleeves, but should you buy one instead of one of its rivals? Read our full in-depth review to find out.
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With new cars and new allies, Mitsubishi prepares for an electric future

Mitsubishi Motors North America COO Don Swearingen says to expect more electric cars and plug-in hybrids from the Japanese automaker.
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Jaguar’s all-electric 2019 I-Pace has Tesla in its sights

The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV is a serious attempt to take on the Tesla Model X, and electrify Jag's future.
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How does the new Tesla Roadster stack up against today’s supercars?

See how the new Tesla Roadster compares to other performance cars in acceleration, and just how astonishing its range figure is.
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The best infotainment systems

Infotainment systems are key in new cars, but some automakers do them better than others. From Audi to Volvo, these are the best systems on the market for 2021.
2018 Karma Revero review

2018 Karma Revero first drive review

The 2018 Karma Revero launched five years ago as the Fisker Karma, and is back after a long hiatus.
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Everything you need to know about backup cameras

Backup and parking tech for cars is everywhere, but what do these devices and systems do, and who has the best parking tech? Our guides breaks down the options.
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What it’s like to drive a Formula E electric race car down the streets of Brooklyn

Formula E electric racing is coming to New York City. Jaguar Panasonic Racing gives us the lowdown on what it’s like to race electric cars, and what to expect from Formula E’s Brooklyn doubleheader.
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Best Alt-Energy Car: 2017 Digital Trends Car Awards

Honda's hydrogen's powered Clarity and Chevrolet's Bolt EV spar to become the Best Alternative Energy Vehicle of 2017.
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Best SUV/CUV: 2017 Digital Trends Car Awards

Who would have guessed that Mazda, Jaguar and Bentley would compete for the best SUV of 2017 in the Digital Trends Car Awards?
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From battlefields to suburban driveways, this is the history of Jeep

Jeep is more than a brand name; it's a byword for any kind of off-roader. Becoming one of the most emblematic carmakers in the world was easier said than done.
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How to maximize electric vehicle range (and minimize range anxiety)

Electric cars are more common than ever, but their popularity has led to a concern called range anxiety. Here's what you need to know.
2020 Toyota Supra

Toyota Supra is more efficient than its swoopy body, straight-six engine suggest

The 2020 Toyota Supra made its long-awaited debut at the 2019 Detroit Auto Show. The resurrected sports car, famous for a role in The Fast and the Furious, goes on sale in the U.S. this summer. The 2020 Supra, code-named A90, shares a platform with the 2019 BMW Z4 sports car.
OBD

From dongles to diagnostics, here’s all you need to know about OBD/OBD II

Your vehicle's OBD port is essential when diagnosing mechanical problems, but that's not all it can do.

VW pleads guilty in diesel scandal, will pay $4.3B in fines, 6 execs indicted

Volkswagen agreed to plead guilty and pay $4.3 billion in penalties related to its diesel-emissions cheating.
Rezvani Beast Alpha

Rezvani’s Beast Alpha boasts 500 hp and the coolest doors you’ll ever see

The Rezvani Beast Alpha is a coupe version of the Rezvani Beast sports car. It features clever "SideWinder" doors and a few more luxuries.
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X-Class concept previews Mercedes’ first pickup truck, coming in 2017

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class concept previews the carmaker's first-ever pickup truck, which goes on sale in certain markets next year.
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NASCAR is fueled by gasoline, tech, and capitalism

NASCAR is the most popular form of motor sport in the U.S., but what does it actually take to put on a NASCAR race? DT hits the track at Chicagoland Speedway to find out.
Pininfarina H2 Speed concept

Pininfarina’s radical H2 Speed hydrogen concept car will become reality

The Pininfarina H2 Speed concept hydrogen fuel cell race car concept will enter production. Pininfarina says it will build 10 copies, at $2.5 million each.
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Tesla Model S tackles Pikes Peak, setting a new record in the process

A Tesla Model S driven by Go Puck founder Blake Fuller set a record for production-based electric vehicles at the 2016 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
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BMW gets nostalgic with its 2002 Hommage concept

The BMW 2002 Hommage concept is the latest in a series of BMW concepts inspired by classic models. In this case, the model being honored is the 2002.
2020 Jeep Gladiator

The best trucks

Looking for a better way to haul your gear? From Ford to Ram, these are the best new pickup trucks available.
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Thanks to an update, 2 million Chrysler cars are now compatible with Siri

Siri Eyes Free is now available to owners of nearly two million Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram models through a free download from FCA.
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Techrules unveils its 1,030 hp turbine-electric supercar concepts in Geneva

The Techrules TREV electric supercar concepts use turbines as range extenders, and produce a claimed 1,030 horsepower.
Verstappen's F1 showrun at the Hahnenkamm

What happens when you slap chains on an F1 car and drive it in the snow? Watch

A Formula One car piloted by Scuderia Toro Rosso driver Max Verstappen conquers an Austrian ski slope in style.
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2017 Ford Fusion storms into Detroit with 325-hp twin-turbo V6

The 2017 Ford Fusion debuts at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show with several notable updates, including a new 325-hp V6 Sport model.
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Mazda’s 2016 CX-9 joins the family with updated styling and a new turbo engine

The 2016 Mazda CX-9 debuted at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show with a new Skyactiv powertrain and "Kodo" design language, in line with other Mazda models.