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Order Books Open For the Audi SQ7 TDI In The UK

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 04:30 AM PDT


With deliveries scheduled for August, UK buyers can already order Audi's new 435 PS Q7 flagship model for the price of £70,970 OTR.
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Koenigsegg One:1 Crash Caused By ABS Glitch, Will Be Rebuilt

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 04:00 AM PDT


Following the crash earlier this week at the Nürburgring, Koenigsegg has taken the wrecked One:1 back to the factory in Sweden for detailed analysis. And what it found is that the crash was due to a glitch with the Antilock Braking System.
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Morgan Teams Up With Selfridges For Special-Edition EV3 [w/Video]

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 03:00 AM PDT


The Morgan EV3 has to be the most stylish mode of electric transportation we've seen yet. But for those looking for an even more fashionable version, Morgan has teamed up with high-end department store Selfridges & Co for this special edition.
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Sauber F1 Team Bought By Swiss Investors Longbow Finance SA

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 02:00 AM PDT


The Sauber F1 team has found a new owner. In a deal announced late yesterday, the Swiss racing outfit has been fully acquired by Longbow Finance S.A., an investment company also based in Switzerland.
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China Bans Testing Of Autonomous Cars On Its Highways

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 01:00 AM PDT


China has banned highway testing of autonomous vehicles while the country's auto-industry regulator works with local police to determine specific national rules about autonomous car testing.
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First 165 Cars Announced For Forza Horizon 3, Including Centenario And Regera

Posted: 21 Jul 2016 12:00 AM PDT


Before Forza Horizon 3 hits shelves on September 27, the first 165 cars featured in the game have been announced. All up, the game will feature over 350 cars to drive and be offered on Xbox One and Windows 10.
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Tesla Planning Electric Public Transport And Semis In Second Master Plan

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 11:18 PM PDT


Some 10 years after releasing Part One of the Tesla Master Plan, Elon Musk has released 'Part Deux', which will see the American firm venture into a host of new markets.
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Artist Imagines Dodge Track Car...Say What?

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 10:00 PM PDT


If you want a fun, fast and reliable track car, you look to the United Kingdom. Britain has cemented its position as the market leader for such models and is home to the likes of Ariel, Radical, BAC, Lotus and new players Zenos and Elemental.
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This Capristo-Equipped Lamborghini Aventador Is Heaven On Four Wheels

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 09:00 PM PDT


Ask any petrol head if they think the Lamborghini Aventador sounds good and their answer will be a resounding yes. But can perfection be improved upon? Well this clip proves that it can.
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2017 BMW Diesel Models Delayed Because Of Volkswagen's Dieselgate Scandal

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 08:00 PM PDT


BMW's 2017 model year diesel models will arrive in the United States later than expected due to delays with national regulators certifying and approving the models.
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Ford Mustang Owner Arrested After Doing Donuts On San Francisco Bay Bridge

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 07:03 PM PDT


A Ford Mustang driver has been arrested and his car impounded after being filmed doing donuts on San Francisco's Bay Bridge.
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Can The Lexus GS F Hold Its Own Against The Cadillac CTS-V?

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 06:23 PM PDT


Looking for a mid-size luxury sedan with a V8 and otherworldly performance capabilities? Your shortlist will invariably end up rather heavy on Teutonic influence. But the Germans aren't the only ones in the game.
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A Ferrari 599 GTB For Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Money? Yes, Please!

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 05:58 PM PDT


When talking about used modern Ferraris whose price tags haven't skyrocketed, the list is short and it mostly revolves around the California.
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"The Great Wave" Is An Alfa Romeo 4C By Garage Italia Customs

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 05:24 PM PDT


No, this particular Alfa Romeo 4C isn't a surfer's dream, but an homage paid to Katsushika Hokusai "The Great Wave" woodblock print.
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Transfagarasan Highway Proves A Motoring Nirvana For BMW M Enthusiasts

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 04:50 PM PDT


Declared by Top Gear as the world's best driving road, Romania's Transfagarasan highway is heaven for automotive enthusiasts and recently proved to be the perfect place for a truly extraordinary BMW road trip.
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Samuel Eto'o & Stephen Appiah Spotted In Monaco With 458-Based Mansory Siracusa

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 04:31 PM PDT


This rare and heavily modified Ferrari 458 belonging to Samuel Eto'o was spotted in Monaco recently, as was designated driver Stephen Appiah.
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Amid Emissions Scandal, VW Profit Rose 7 Percent In The First Half Of The Year

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 04:09 PM PDT


While some predicted that Volkswagen would eventually throw in the towel due to the Dieselgate, it somehow managed to emerge with a profit.
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Max Verstappen Picks Up A Porsche 911 GT3 RS When He's Not On Track

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 03:44 PM PDT


What do F1 drivers pick as their daily ride? In the case of Max Verstappen, the answer is a 911 GT3 RS.
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Toyota Corolla Refuses To Die Despite Suffering Multiple Wounds

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 03:20 PM PDT


Toyota remains the world's best-selling automaker and for a good reason, as most of the models made by the Japanese are well known for their reliability.
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Audi Hits New Milestone With 200th R8 LMS Produced

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 02:58 PM PDT


Involved in international GT3 racing since 2009, the Audi Sport customer racing team has just completed the assembly of the 200th R8 LMS.
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Drop-Dead Gorgeous Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider To Headline RM's Monterey Auction

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 02:23 PM PDT


A highly desirable 1958 Ferrari 250 GT LWB California Spider will be the crown jewel in RM Sotheby's upcoming Monterey auction next month.
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Polish Car Club Event Highlights How Cars Connect Cultures

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 01:56 PM PDT


As with the world's leading sports, cars unite people all over the world. In every country on earth you'll find gearheads and in most, unique and thriving car cultures and communities.
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McLaren To Launch 'LT' As Performance Sub-Brand Under New Business Plan

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 01:29 PM PDT


As part of McLaren's Track 22 business plan announced at March's Geneva Motor Show, it has emerged that the brand could make 'LT' a dedicated track-focused sub-brand.
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Bottoms Up: Ford And Jose Cuervo Tequila Producer Team Up To Make Car Parts

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 02:08 PM PDT


Ford could develop a sustainable bioplastic material, for use in future cars, from agave plants. Yes, we're talking about the base ingredient found in tequila.
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Could The New BMW 1-Series Sedan Be Rear-Wheel Drive?

Posted: 20 Jul 2016 12:44 PM PDT


BMW just took the wraps off the new, China-only 1-Series Sedan and it is already causing a commotion.
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