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Lexus is developing a race car based on its new LC coupe. A prototype was spotted recently in Japan by Twitter user @Lexusracing_36, and although it’s heavily disguised we can clearly see the car is based on the LC. Lexus’ LF-LC GT Vision Gran Turismo concept from 2015 hints at what’s to come. Although the concept previewed the production LC, it’s decidedly more race car than production car. The LC race car will likely serve as Lexus’ entry in popular Japanese touring car series Super GT. Yes, that series that pits awesome race cars based on some of the most...
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Tesla Master Plan, Land Rover Discovery, Koenigsegg One:1 crash: Today’s Car News
Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] overnight unveiled its new Master Plan. The plan calls for a dramatic expansion of segments that Tesla competes in, including moving into commercial segments such as those of pickup and semi trucks. Land Rover’s new Discovery SUV is almost ready for its auto show...
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2017 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 will see overheating issues addressed
When you bring up the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, most enthusiasts will quickly dig at the overheating issues that seem to plague the latest version. According to Chevrolet, less than five percent of Z06 buyers experienced such issues. The Internet offers up a loud voice these days, and the shouting of...
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VW mulls sportier Passat
In an effort to drum up enthusiasm for its relatively slow-selling Passat mid-size sedan, Volkswagen revealed to us that it is toying with the idea of a more sport-oriented model intended to resonate with enthusiasts. The automaker's increasingly autonomous North American region showed us an...
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Porsche reveals tech behind Le Mans-winning 919 Hybrid
Porsche’s 919 Hybrid is proving to be one of the most successful race cars in the German automaker’s history. It’s currently in its third year of competition and already under its belt are a title in the World Endurance Championship and a pair of victories in the 24 Hours of Le...
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Red Bull not a fan of F1’s proposed Halo cockpit protection
Organizers of Formula One are looking to introduce some form of cockpit protection, perhaps as early as next season. Two leading proposals are the Halo, originally devised by Mercedes AMG, and the Aeroscreen, devised by Red Bull Racing. While Red Bull has demonstrated the proficiency of its...
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A Koenigsegg One:1 on Monday fell victim to the Nürburgring. The 1,341-horsepower hypercar was pretty much destroyed in the crash but fortunately the driver was unharmed. The wreckage was sent back to Koenigsegg’s factory in Ängelholm, Sweden where engineers were able to determine what went wrong by analyzing the wreckage and onboard data. It turns out mechanical failure was the cause. In a statement made Wednesday, Koenigsegg revealed that the front wheels had locked up, as was predicted by the long skid mark left by the car. The cause was determined to be a faulty ABS wheel...
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Part 2 of Tesla Master Plan revealed, includes semi and pickup trucks
Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] CEO Elon Musk on Wednesday revealed an overarching strategy that lays out the electric car company’s plans for the coming decade. It is the second time Tesla has released such a strategy, which the company calls a Master Plan, and while it serves as a handy...
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Watch behind-the-scenes action on the set of the new Bourne film
Jason Bourne is back for, we assume, more vengeance against the CIA. This means a bit of globe-trotting, little talking, and tons of fantastic on-screen action. To shoot such scenes requires a lot of work, as the Bourne series has always been praised for using practical effects over CGI. The team...
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There's a new EV 1/4-mile speed record and the car is from the '70s
The Tesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] Model S has no doubt proven that electric vehicles can be quick. Just wander over to YouTube and you can quickly find many videos showcasing Ludicrous mode in action against a variety of supercars and sports cars. There are a few EVs out there, however, that make...
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Here are 5 things never to do with a turbocharged vehicle
Your engine likes to breathe. There are ways to make it breathe easier, and one of them is by cramming air into the engine's "throat." You're forcing the induction. To do that, you'll need either a supercharger or a turbocharger. It's the boost-loving snail of a turbocharger that seems to be the...
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Arrival of 2017 Continental marks start of more personalized service from Lincoln
Lincoln's attempt to reassert itself as a true luxury brand rather than just a peddler of re-badged Fords isn't just about the cars. When the 2017 Continental launches this fall, it will usher in a new, more personalized service customer-service program that Lincoln hopes will distinguish it from...
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Ever wanted to own a race car? How about a race car that won the 24 Hours of Daytona? Now is your chance to do both of these things, provided you're ready to haul a fat sack of cash with you to the upcoming Mecum Auctions event taking place during this year's Monterey Car Week. That's because a certain Porsche 962 from the late '80s is set to cross the block, and it all goes down this August. In 1989, Derek Bell teamed up with Bob Wollek and John Andretti to take the checkered flag at the 24 Hours of Daytona. They did so in this very car. Bell has stated, according to the auction lot...
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These are the first 150 cars ready to party in 'Forza Horizon 3'
A list of the first 150 cars that you'll find in the upcoming video game Forza Horizon 3 is out. The open-world driving game unfolds on the roads of Australia. This means actual roads, and ones comprised of dirt and gravel. To that end you're going to find a wide range of vehicles that can handle...
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Porsche 718 GT4, Spyder models coming with flat-6 engines
Porsche’s new 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman are fitted exclusively with turbocharged 4-cylinder engines, but more potent versions of the cars are coming and these will stick to naturally-aspirated flat-6 engines. That’s the word of Porsche engineer August Achleitner, who is in charge of...
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Skateboarder smashes windshield of McLaren
Warning: This video contains some NSFW language. A video has surfaced on YouTube that depicts the aftermath of an altercation between the occupants of a McLaren 12C and a skateboarder. The video was filmed by Paul Gonzo who was attempting to capture the sunset seen in the backdrop. MUST SEE...
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One-off Pagani Huayra Pearl wrecked within months of delivery
A one-off Pagani Huayra supercar unveiled in May has already been wrecked. It’s not clear who was doing the driving but according to French outlet TF1 the car’s owner was a Saudi Arabian resident, a claim backed up by the car’s Saudi license plates. MUST SEE: Koenigsegg One:1...
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Porsche details new infotainment system debuting in 2017 Panamera
Coinciding with the arrival of Porsche’s new Panamera sedan later this year will be a new version of the automaker’s infotainment system, known as Porsche Communication Management (PCM). At the heart of the new system is a large touchscreen display located in the center stack, which...
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Ever since launching its P1 hypercar, McLaren has been adamant the car isn’t a successor to the legendary F1. While the P1 has a single focus on speed, the F1 was designed as the ultimate driver’s car, offering performance that surpassed rivals, along with unmatched comfort and practicality for the class. According to a new report, McLaren is working on a proper F1 successor, a car insiders describe as a “hyper-GT.” MUST SEE: Koenigsegg One:1 crash is possibly ‘Ring’s most expensive The report comes from Autocar and suggests the F1 successor will bow...
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2018 Honda Accord spy shots
A new generation of the Honda Accord is set to bow next year and we have our first spy shots of a prototype. What’s immediately clear is that Honda has adopted a sleeker, sportier look for the latest generation of its popular mid-size sedan, officially the nameplate’s 10th. It appears...
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Jay Leno samples a hot-rodded Model T done right
Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] sold 16.5 million examples of its Model T, which was built from 1908 to 1927. When you think of really old cars, you're most likely picturing a Model T. It's the car of cars, and it has a special place in the heart of enthusiasts. Much like it's the car, it was also the...
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Is this the year BMW brings an M1 concept to Pebble Beach?
BMW has a history of using classic car shows around the world to showcase future designs. Last year, the automaker brought the 3.0 CSL Hommage R to Monterey Car Week in California and we couldn't get enough of it. This year, BMW announced it will bring another concept car to the annual event to...
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Dwayne Johnson rocks up to ‘Ballers’ premiere in Pagani Huayra
A new season of Ballers kicked off Sunday on HBO and there to celebrate the premiere in Miami was Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, who plays retired NFL player Spencer Strasmore on the hit series. But rather than just show up in a limousine, he showed up in a car that would fit right in on...
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SEC, Justice Department probe FCA over sales numbers
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles [NYSE:FCAU] on Monday confirmed an investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Justice Department into sales numbers reported in its financial statements. The investigation comes after a pair of Chicago-area dealers in January filed civil lawsuits against...
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