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The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Kicks Off Movember Early This Weekend
By Eric Brandt
Sep 20, 2017 2:54 PM
There's a good chance this charitable event has a ride in a city near you.
This Collision Between Two Drag Racing Nissan GT-Rs Is the Definition of a Close Call
By Kyle Cheromcha
Sep 20, 2017 2:41 PM
With 1,300 horsepower, things can go south in a hurry.
As First UH-60s Arrive, US Plan to Dump Afghan Mi-17s Is Still Problematic
By Joseph Trevithick
Sep 20, 2017 2:39 PM
The first two Black Hawks have touched down in Afghanistan, but its unclear when they'll be operational.
Matternet Station Drone to Deliver Lab Samples in Switzerland
By Marco Margaritoff
Sep 20, 2017 2:23 PM
Matternet and Swiss Post will bring the first drone-based delivery network to Switzerland, to transport vital blood samples and diagnostics between clinics.
Drone Footage Reveals Staggering Amount of Flooded Cars Destroyed by Hurricane Harvey
By Kyle Cheromcha
Sep 20, 2017 1:53 PM
With half a million cars flooded in the Houston area, they all have to go somewhere.
Yamaha Power Assist Electric Bicycles Are Coming to the U.S.
By Eric Brandt
Sep 20, 2017 1:49 PM
Ride a bike to work in less time with less sweat.
McLaren Ultimate Vision GT Hybrid Hypercar Concept Will Debut in 'Gran Turismo Sport' Video Game
By Eric Brandt
Sep 20, 2017 1:05 PM
Drive this futuristic concept on your PS4 starting Oct. 17.
Toyota Should Bring Back the Celica as a Hybrid
By Eric Brandt
Sep 20, 2017 12:46 PM
Two-door hybrid sports cars need an entry that costs less than six figures.
2018 Acura MDX Starts at $44,200
By Chris Constantine
Sep 20, 2017 12:11 PM
The new MDX packs plenty of new technology for just $150 more than the previous year's model. 
Audi SQ8 Will Feature Hybrid Tech, 470 HP, Report Says
By Caleb Jacobs
Sep 20, 2017 11:37 AM
The upcoming flagship SUV will be more powerful than the uber-quick Audi TTRS.
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By Ben Keeshin Jul 28, 2017

2018 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 Review: Running Moonshine in a 400-Horsepower Saloon

We test the updated Infiniti sedan on Tennessee's old smuggler roads.
By Ben Keeshin Sep 7, 2016

The Shelby GTE Is a Ford Mustang Wearing Shelby Clothes—and That’s Fine

A little more power, and a lot more decals.
By Ben Keeshin Sep 2, 2016

What Car Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2017?

The delicious wait for a glimpse, a drive, or the keys.
By Ben Keeshin Sep 2, 2016

Volkswagen Says It’s All But Done With Diesel in the United States

Many current TDI models will likely soon fade away.
By Ben Keeshin Sep 1, 2016

Germany Asking EU to Investigate Potential Fiat Chrysler Diesel Cheating

The country's Transport Minister noted inconsistent findings for three oil-burning models.
By Ben Keeshin Sep 1, 2016

Ferrari to Build 500th LaFerrari to Benefit Italian Earthquake Victims

The supercar will be auctioned off for charity.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 30, 2016

The Koenigsegg Agera RS Naraya Is Gold Leaf-Trimmed Supercar Excellence

Slathering gold atop of carbon fiber might cause some to lurch towards the vomitorium—but not us.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 30, 2016

Watch Bryce Menzies Set a 379-Foot Pro Truck Jump Record

All it takes to break a world record is a 900-horsepower truck. But having a ghost town helps.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 18, 2016

7 Unmissable Shelbys Going Up for Auction at Pebble Beach

The Carroll Shelby Trust just furnished seven iconic Mustangs, Cobras, and an Omni from its private collection.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 16, 2016

This Chevrolet Caprice Cost Six Figures After ICON Was Done With It

When this custom shop builds out an ex-cop car, it doesn't mess around.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 16, 2016

A First Look at the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback

Rejoice, hatch-nerds—it's coming to America this fall.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 12, 2016

BMW’s i Division Could Move to Purely Electric Cars

Begone, range-extending gasoline engines.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 12, 2016

12 Perfect Small Pickups For Folks With Big Truck Fatigue

Small beds, big dreams.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 12, 2016

Mercedes-Benz May Have Trademarked a Name For Its Electric Vehicles

Think of it as Mercedes's version of BMW’s “i” and Audi’s "e-tron."
By Ben Keeshin Aug 11, 2016

The 10 Muscle Cars Everyone Forgets About

Don't let these less-than-iconic muscle monsters die of neglect.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 10, 2016

Would You Rather Die in an Evinrude-equipped Volvo Amazon or a Ferrari-shaped Jet Car?

A brief look at two of the most wonderful and reckless projects on the internet.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 9, 2016

Did Tesla’s Autopilot Save a Man’s Life?

Joshua Neally is probably thrilled he chose a Model X over its less-autonomous competitors.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 2, 2016
CRITIC’S NOTEBOOK

The 2017 Chevrolet Volt Might be the World’s Best Commuter Car

Critic's Notebook takeaway: an athletic eco-minded daily driver in near-luxury garb.
By Ben Keeshin Aug 1, 2016

The 8 Great American Muscle Wagons

Daddy like.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 29, 2016
CRITIC’S NOTEBOOK

2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible Quick Review

Critic’s Notebook takeaway: This shouty beast needs pasture, not city traffic.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 29, 2016

Boeing 747 Production Could End In the Near Future

Orders are down to a trickle.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 28, 2016

The 9 Most Powerful Locomotives in the World

I know I can, I know I can, I know I can.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 27, 2016

Porsche Wrote a Secret Note In the 911 GT3 That Honda Bought

In this day and age, it's harder for companies to buy competitors' cars on the sly.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 27, 2016
CRITIC’S NOTEBOOK

2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 Quick Review

Critic’s Notebook takeaway: conveyance so quiet and cushy, it nearly disappears.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 25, 2016

Norway Will Stretch Floating Tunnels Beneath Its Fjords

The country calls them “submerged floating bridges.” Or, y'know, tunnels.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 25, 2016

How to Get From Williamsburg to Manhattan Without the L Train

Come 2019, Brooklyn’s over-exposed neighborhood will lose its major artery. Here’s how to keep the flow.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 25, 2016
MONDAY MORNING QUESTION

What Happens to New York City’s Abandoned Cars?

In a city hostile to the automobile, even the jalopies find a home.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 22, 2016

The World’s Grossest Sculpture Shows Humans Aren’t Made for Car Accidents

"Graham" was built to show how we would have to evolve to survive major car crashes.  
By Ben Keeshin Jul 22, 2016

Who Wants a $200,000 Porsche 911 Pursuit Vehicle Used by the Dutch Police?

By Ben Keeshin Jul 22, 2016

Toyo’s Amazing Six-Wheeled, V-8 Recon Tank Makes Tires Cool

Look at Toyo, putting the “rad” in radial.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 21, 2016

The World’s Only Pagani Huayra Pearl Just Wrecked

She died as she lived—speeding through Paris.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 21, 2016

This Brabus-STARTECH Bentley Bentayga Is Downright Sexy

The aftermarket group turns out a comely vision that fixes the ute's weird butt.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 21, 2016

Geneva’s New Electric Buses Will Charge in 15 Seconds

Forget Superchargers. These outlets qualify as hyperchargers.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 20, 2016

Bentley’s Fly-Fishing Bentayga Is for Rich People Who No Longer Exist

Everyone knows today's wealthy are hoovering up Cronuts, not fishing brook-side.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 20, 2016

Reintroducing Cougars Could Prevent Thousands of Deer-Related Injuries

The big cats each take down 150 white-tails annually—but predators make people nervous.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 19, 2016

The 7 Worst Cases of Automotive Plagiarism, Ranked

Melania Trump has some fine company in the car world.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 19, 2016

Mom Accused of Jamming Her Kids Into Corvette Trunk

Her Parent of the Year Award must have been lost in transit.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 19, 2016

The Self-Driving Mercedes-Benz Future Bus Drove Itself 12 Miles

Despite tunnels and pedestrians, the friendly robot bus made the journey without a hitch.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 18, 2016

Michael Schumacher’s Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG Wagon Up for Sale

At more than $130K, it's likely to remain listed for a while.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 15, 2016

The 7 Most Ludicrous Cars for Sale Online This Week

Your collection needs a pillarless Bentley Coupe—and an Oldsmobile.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 15, 2016

Mercedes-Benz Reveals Luxury Golf Cart With Built-In Fridge

Now you can drive a Mercedes both to the course and onto the course.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 15, 2016

8 Pebble Beach Auction Cars You’ve Never Heard Of

These weirdos are funky flotsam on a beautiful tide of Mercedes Gullwings and Ferrari GTOs.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 14, 2016

The 11 Best Jeep Graphics of All Time

Celebrating the brand's chunky, Seventies looks on its 75th birthday.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 14, 2016

The Brüder EXP-6 Is a Camping Trailer Built for the Apocalypse

Tough enough for Mad Max, but with more espresso machines than he'd know what to do with.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 13, 2016

Jaguar Land Rover to Build 100 Self-Driving Research Vehicles

The British brands have come a long way from those finicky Lucas electronics.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 12, 2016

Holland’s KLM Airlines Set to Offer Draft Beer on Planes

Call it the Mile-Heineken Club.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 11, 2016

Billionaire Could Save Original Land Rover Defender

The rich, sometimes, have trouble letting a good thing go.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 8, 2016

The 7 Most Ludicrous Sports Cars for Sale Online This Week

You want to buy a Ferrari GTO through the Internet? Hell, why not two?
By Ben Keeshin Jul 8, 2016

Classic Cars Are a Far Better Investment Than Hedge Funds

But then, on average, so is the stock market.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 8, 2016

Koenigsegg Employees Drive the Most Eclectic Cars

Who knew Swedish engineers had a thing for mid-Eighties Mercurys?
By Ben Keeshin Jul 7, 2016

This Megayacht Doubles As a Water Park

Bringing water slides to the teak deck set.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 6, 2016

The 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, at 170 MPH, Finally Makes Sense

We flew to Germany to drive Porsche’s Cessna-mocking SUV the way it was meant to be driven.
By Ben Keeshin Jul 5, 2016

Aston Martin and Red Bull’s AM-RB 001 Could Redefine the Supercar

But will the naturally-aspirated machine be able to compete in a forced-induction field?
By Ben Keeshin Jun 30, 2016

The New Porsche Panamera: 5 Things to Know

What iconic supercar did this executive sedan just beat around the Nürburgring?
By Ben Keeshin Jun 27, 2016

2017 Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition Is a Vintage-Liveried Victory Lap

Rare version of the supercar will wear a look pulled from Ford's past Le Mans winner.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 27, 2016

Jay Leno Survives Violent Roll-Over in a Classic Wheelie-Popping Drag Racer

Sometimes checking an item off your bucket list involves nearly kicking said bucket.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 24, 2016

Aston Martin GT12 Roadster Is a One-Off Made to Be Heard

One particular customer decided the GT12 needed less roof, more loudness.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 24, 2016

Volvo V90 R-Design Is a Better-Looking Version of an Already Gorgeous Wagon

So what if it's all flash and little muscle?
By Ben Keeshin Jun 24, 2016

See the $2.5 Million Lamborghini Centenario Hit the Streets in Italy

One intrepid YouTuber waited outside the Lamborghini factory for hours to see the supercar.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 23, 2016

The Black Swan Is a 229-Foot Yacht Made For a Supervillain

For the wealthy bad guy who wants to broadcast his nefarious motives.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 22, 2016

Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Headed for Extremely Limited Production

High levels of interest lead Aston to produce the concept for the masses. By which we mean 99 rich folks.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 21, 2016

Volkswagen Is Going to Kill More Than 40 Cars. These 5 Should Be First to Go.

Massive restructuring could mean the end for some well-known names.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 20, 2016

Maserati Could Build a Tesla-Fighting Sports Car, Sergio Marchionne Says

An electrified version of the Alfieri might arrive—but not until at least 2019.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 20, 2016

This Tesla Model S Went Swimming, and Elon Musk Approves

Then again, Musk seems to have long been fascinated with aquatic automobiles.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 20, 2016

Veteran NASCAR Driver Mike Wallace and Daughter Attacked in Charlotte

The three alleged assailants are out on bond, but NASCAR fans are angry.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 17, 2016

The 11 Most Spectacular Le Mans Moments Caught on Film

Digest these amazing clips before the latest running of the race kicks off on Saturday.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 17, 2016

Russian Robot Escapes Its Masters, Flees Straight Into Traffic

Don't worry, the rise of the machines is still a ways away.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 16, 2016

Watch Land Rover’s Smallest SUV Pull a 100-Ton Train

Does this finally mean the Discovery Sport can sit at the big kids' table?
By Ben Keeshin Jun 16, 2016

The Rolls-Royce Vision Next 100 Is a Beautiful Cartoon of a Concept Car

According to Rolls, the future will be large, electric, and entirely autonomous.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 16, 2016

The World’s Priciest Tires Are Covered in Diamonds and Gold

One set costs $600,000. And yes, they come from Dubai.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 15, 2016

The 13 Best Pop-Up Headlights in Automotive History

On the 83rd anniversary of the flip-up light's invention, a look at its best moments.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 15, 2016

Tesla to Open Tiny Showroom Inside a Nordstrom in Los Angeles

Wildly powerful electric vehicles? Between housewares and bedding, ma'am.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 14, 2016

Uber Now Offering Cheap Helicopter Flights On Demand in Brazil

A new way to battle gridlock in Sao Paolo.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 13, 2016

Formula One Could Run a Las Vegas Grand Prix as Soon as 2017

Plans for a casino-stuffed race in Sin City are well underway.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 13, 2016

Refreshed 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550e Will Offer Inductive Charging

The hybrid S-Class is cutting the cord.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 10, 2016

Mercedes to Sell G550 4×4² Here and Uber Starts Allowing Pre-Scheduled Rides: The Evening Rush

Plus, a solid pack from Topo Designs and a tart-enough gose from Vermont's Lost Nation Brewery.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 10, 2016

Mercedes-Benz Bringing the Ludicrous G550 4×4² Rock-Crawler Stateside

The portal axles will be helpful in overcoming the rocky outcroppings of lesser people's disdain.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 10, 2016

Bet You Never Knew How Float Planes Take Off on Dry Land

You need a couple friends, a truck, and a trailer. A video camera helps, too.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 9, 2016

Watch the Porsche 911 R Hit 200 MPH On the Autobahn

Porsche's old-school special packs serious new-school speed.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 8, 2016

Tesla Could Be Worth $700 Billion One Day, Billionaire Investor Declares

Fun fact: Just saying that out loud made him $20 million.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 8, 2016

Mercedes-Benz To Reveal E-Class All Terrain Wagon at Paris Motor Show

Tougher Benz wagon will compete with the A6 Allroad—but will it come to the U.S.?
By Ben Keeshin Jun 7, 2016

This Mutilated Oldsmobile Half-Car Is the Scariest Thing in Canada

And this is the country that gave us Justin Bieber.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 7, 2016

Watch This Airbus Jumbo Jet Sink Into the Aegean Sea On Purpose

Not a tragedy, but an enticement: Turkey is creating an artificial reef to draw tourists.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 7, 2016

A Lyrical History of the Mercedes Convertible

Spitting rhymes from SSK to SLK, and beyond.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 7, 2016

Watch This Le Mans-Winning Ford GT40 Being Restored to Perfection

Almost 50 years after it won the trophy, Ford's champion is back in fighting shape.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 6, 2016

Mercedes C300 Cabriolet and Mercedes-AMG C63 S Cabriolet First Drive

Finding 1% excellence in the realm of the 3%.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 6, 2016

The 2017 Mercedes E400 Wagon Is Coming to the US

Mercedes is bringing back its venerable midsize wagon, and the better suburbs are quivering with anticipation.
By Ben Keeshin Jun 3, 2016

Finding Texas in New York City, From Behind the Wheel of a 3-Ton Cadillac

It's a Texcalade weekend, folks.
By Ben Keeshin May 27, 2016

Bee Granny and Beyond: Five Notable Bug-Car Love Stories

The insects are coming, and they want our upholstery.
By Ben Keeshin May 27, 2016

Cadillac CTS V-Sport Quick Review

Critic's Notebook takeaway: The junior varsity V-Sport just wants to dance with somebody.
By Ben Keeshin May 27, 2016

Cummins Started Its 1952 Diesel Special Indy Car for the First Time in 17 Years

And it sounds like the world's loveliest big rig.
By Ben Keeshin May 26, 2016

Uber or Lyft? What Your Car Service of Choice Says About You

Polling the youth to learn the merits and misses of Uber, Lyft, and Car2Go.
By Ben Keeshin May 25, 2016

Bentley Could Bring Back an Ultra-Luxury Convertible to Crush the Rolls-Royce Dawn

The brand is mulling a $1.5 million, Mulsanne-based droptop to rule the coastal highways.
By Ben Keeshin May 23, 2016

Bugatti’s Vision GT Sounds Like a Champion

When you hear the Bugatti W-16, you hear two V-8s fighting to the death.
By Ben Keeshin May 23, 2016

11-year-old in Lamborghini Huracan Smokes Man in Corvette

The children are our future and that future is fast.
By Ben Keeshin May 23, 2016

The New Camaro ZL1 Was Just Caught at the Nürburgring

One car sports Chevy's ludicrous, 10-speed transmission.
By Ben Keeshin May 19, 2016

Matthew McConaughey Is Back Hawking Lincolns

The spots for the new Lincoln MKZ are very stylish, and even more obtuse.
By Ben Keeshin May 19, 2016

You Can Now Buy a Private Jet With a Wall of Windows

For $53 million, you get panes the size of doors and unprecedented atmospheric views.
By Ben Keeshin May 18, 2016

Your Uber App Knows Exactly When Your Phone Is About to Die

Also, people are more likely to accept surge pricing when their batteries are low. Coincidence?
By Ben Keeshin May 17, 2016

Rolls-Royce Installing Pieces of Actual Assembly Line In the Final Phantoms

Then, a misty-eyed assembly-line robot looks the cars in the headlights and says: “Never forget where you came from.”