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    Mercedes-AMG Goes Big Once Again with 603-HP GLE63 S Coupe

    This is the new coupe version of the Mercedes GLE’s V-8–powered AMG 63 variant. It has a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 with a 48-volt hybrid system that provides a total of 603 horsepower and 627 lb-ft. The GLE63 S coupe will go on sale in the U.S. in fall 2020. The latest Mercedes-AMG missile aimed at […] More

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    NASCAR Is More Than Just Left Turns

    Jared C. TiltonGetty Images Approaching a 31-degree banking at Daytona International Speedway doing close to 200 mph, the track feels like it shrinks by ten, and the g-forces on the banking make you feel as if you’re being crushed like a can. It’s insanity. Christopher Bell, the 25-year-old behind the wheel of the No. 20 […] More

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    Boston Kids Steal Two Lamborghinis from Dealership

    Ingo BarenscheeCar and Driver Some teenagers sharing a poorly planned moment of temptation have been implicated in a smash-and-steal incident at Lamborghini of Boston. The teens stole a pair of Lamborghinis—but they were both Urus SUVs. The Lambos were both recovered, much the worse for wear after crashing into each other. At around 3 a.m. […] More

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    Porsche Taycan EV Goes up in Flames in Florida Garage

    One of the first Porsche Taycans on the market caught fire in Florida on February 16. A Porsche spokesperson told C/D it is aware of the incident and the automaker is ready to assist if necessary. While EV fires make the news, plenty of gas vehicles catch fire every day. We don’t know a lot, […] More

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    Legendary Holden Brand Is Dead as GM Leaves Australia after 89 Years

    By the end of the year, General Motors’ Holden brand will be no more as the company exits New Zealand and Australia, in addition to withdrawing Chevrolet from Thailand. The move comes as GM is focusing its efforts on future technologies, including electrification and autonomous vehicles. GM is betting big on electric, aiming to offer […] More

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    Ford Will Finally Show Us the 2021 Bronco in March

    Rendering by Nick KaloterakisCar and Driver The 2021 Ford Bronco will be unveiled in March, Automotive News reports, citing what the automaker has told Ford dealers. The smaller, crossover-based Bronco Sport (previously referred to as the “baby Bronco”) will follow in April. The Bronco Sport will arrive first, though. Ford told dealers it’ll show up […] More

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    Outdoors Retailer Beautifully Modernizes Jeep CJ-8 Scrambler

    Outdoor-equipment retailer Ball and Buck is offering special-order Jeep CJ-8 Scramblers that are fully customizable. Treated to a full frame-off restoration, the Scrambler also adds modern technology expected in a much younger Jeep, plus amenities like an interior shotgun sleeve. There are three engine options, including a diesel, and all engines can be mated to […] More

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    Porsche 911's New Aerokit Is a Preview for the 992 GT3

    Porsche A new Aerokit is now available as a cosmetic upgrade for all 992-generation Porsche 911 coupes. New SportDesign bumpers change up the 911’s look, too. The next-gen 911 GT3 is still a year or more away, although Porsche showed a preview of it in this year’s Super Bowl ad. We’re not yet worthy of […] More