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Nothing but…Sunroof? Watch Steph Curry Sink a Shot Into An Infiniti Q50
By Kyle Cheromcha
Jul 21, 2017 7:31 PM
No net? No problem.
Nissan's ProPILOT Launches in the US
By Chris Constantine
Jul 21, 2017 6:38 PM
Nissan wants to make the pain of stop-and-go driving, stop-and-go-away.
Dude, There's Your Car: Internet Helps Teen Find Car After He Forgets Where He Parked
By Kyle Cheromcha
Jul 21, 2017 6:21 PM
"I think we watch too much Criminal Minds," the woman who found the car said.
One-Off, Open-Cockpit Lamborghini Concept S Headed to Auction
By Kyle Cheromcha
Jul 21, 2017 4:59 PM
Powered by a 5.0-liter V-10 engine, it's a true street-legal raging bull.
Watch The Navy's Electromagnetic Railgun's Autoloader Feed A Multi-Shot Salvo
By Tyler Rogoway
Jul 21, 2017 4:50 PM
The railgun dream is inching closer to reality, but the gun's hyper velocity ammo may be pushed into service first.
Special Subaru WRX STI Sets Nürburgring Lap Record for Sedans
By Justin Hughes
Jul 21, 2017 4:50 PM
The WRX STI Type RA NBR Special is officially the fastest four-door to lap the 'Ring.
BMW Motorcycles Hits Sales Record in the First Half of 2017
By Eric Brandt
Jul 21, 2017 4:41 PM
Don't let Harley's sagging sales make you think nobody's buying bikes anymore.
Lyft Is Pumping Up Its Self-Driving Car Development Program
By Max Goldberg
Jul 21, 2017 3:55 PM
The California-based ride-sharing company has whipped up its own autonomous vehicle division. 
The 2017 Koenigsegg Owners' Meet Was a Rolling Orgy of Swedish Supercar Stunners
By Kyle Cheromcha
Jul 21, 2017 3:17 PM
With 19 cars, it was the largest gathering of Koenigseggs ever.
ROTC Cadet Could Become First Female US Navy SEAL
By Joseph Trevithick
Jul 21, 2017 2:35 PM
Other women are already training to join the Naval Special Warfare community amid accusations of relaxed standards.
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By James Gilboy Jul 20, 2017

Ferrari's F1 Team May Be at a Disadvantage for the Rest of 2017

Ferrari may have started 2017 with a bang, but their momentum could run out.
By James Gilboy Jul 20, 2017

Lewis Hamilton Says He Has 6 More Years of F1 In Him, Tops

The triple F1 champ says the end of his career is on the horizon.
By James Gilboy Jul 20, 2017

This Is the Sound of Australia's New V-6 Supercars

This new engine ought to be a worthy competitor to the V-8s, both in sound and power.
By James Gilboy Jul 20, 2017

Cosworth Wants to Return to Formula One in 2021

Absent so far in the V-6 hybrid era, the British engineering firm has a return in the cards.
By James Gilboy Jul 19, 2017

Teslas Are Quick, But Stripped-Out Teslas Are Ludicrous

The Spaceballs comparison may be overused, but it is apt.
By James Gilboy Jul 19, 2017

Pirelli Says Ferrari Isn't at Fault for British GP Tire Failures

The Scuderia has been cleared of wrongdoing, but that's not the whole story.
By James Gilboy Jul 19, 2017

Minnesota Tesla Crash Driver Retracts Autopilot Blame

The black box would speak the truth if the driver didn't.
By James Gilboy Jul 18, 2017

2020 Ford Bronco Will Have a 325-HP Turbocharged V-6, Report Says

Will the new Bronco meet expectations, or underwhelm?
By James Gilboy Jul 18, 2017

Carlos Sainz Jr. Is Ready to Win, But Where Should He Go?

The talented young Spaniard's skills are for sale, but who's buying?
By James Gilboy Jul 18, 2017

Sitrep: Where Does Honda Stand in Formula One?

There are more rumors than any one person can keep track of, but this is what we know.
By James Gilboy Jul 18, 2017

F1 Wants to Force Teams to Use Cockpit Protection in 2018

The attempt is not expected to go over well.
By James Gilboy Jul 18, 2017

There's a 2011 Sauber C30 Formula One Car for Sale

If you're in the market for something achingly fast, we have good news for you.
By James Gilboy Jul 17, 2017

What Happened With Ferrari's Tire Failures at Silverstone?

What happened, who's to blame, and what will be done about it.
By James Gilboy Jul 17, 2017

Just How Expensive Is Teen Car Insurance in Your State?

Teens have it tough, but who can boast about having it the worst?
By James Gilboy Jul 17, 2017

Watch an Ultra-Rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR Blitz Down a Narrow Road

There's rich, and then there's this.
By James Gilboy Jul 15, 2017

This Is the 2015 Caterham F1 Car That Never Raced

The 2014 ugly duckling would have matured into this swan.
By James Gilboy Jul 14, 2017

Renault Sport F1 Finally Admits Kubica Is an "Option for 2018"

The coy Renault team at last admits their feelings for the Pole.
By James Gilboy Jul 14, 2017

Lego Fan Petitions for Citroën DS and 2CV Sets

Someone out there likes their French classics.
By James Gilboy Jul 14, 2017

Daimler Will Defend Itself Against Emissions Scandal, Report Says

Is there any automaker that isn't supposedly cheating on emissions testing nowadays?
By James Gilboy Jul 14, 2017

What Is Red Bull Racing Cooking Up for Silverstone?

Known upgrades and suspicious activities in the Red Bull Racing garage have some wondering if the bull's about to show its horns.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

Watch Robert Kubica's Renault Sport Formula One Test at Circuit Paul Ricard

This is the Polishman's warmup for his big shot later this month in Hungary.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

Porsche Is Considering a Return to Formula One, Report Says

Heads up, Mercedes: the Stuttgart folks are looking your way.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

Here's What the Proposed Danish GP's Track Looks Like

The Danish Grand Prix might be among F1's options in the next few years, come see what it'd be like.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

Sorry, But Kimi Räikkönen's Retirement Is Overdue

The charismatic Iceman has thawed.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

Silverstone Breaks Hosting Contract With Formula One

F1's new American owners couldn't keep the circuit's owners from their breaking point.
By James Gilboy Jul 12, 2017

These Aston Martin Valkyrie Pictures Show How Wild the Hypercar Will Be

"There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion."—Francis Bacon
By James Gilboy Jul 11, 2017
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Is Honda Preparing To Withdraw From Formula One?

Rumors of breakups with McLaren and Sauber swirl in F1's inner circles.
By James Gilboy Jul 11, 2017

Robert Kubica to Test Renault Sport F1 R.S.17 in Hungary

And then the Winged Hussar arrived.
By James Gilboy Jul 11, 2017

24 Hours of Lemons: How to Race a 1976 VW Microbus On Its Side

Racing is so damn easy for these dirty hippies, they did with their eyes closed. Sort of. 
By James Gilboy Jul 8, 2017

Aston Martin Racing's Cutest Car Is Its New Soapbox Racer

Can Aston Martin replicate its endurance racing success on a smaller scale?
By James Gilboy Jul 8, 2017

Is McLaren-Honda Finally On Track Toward Winning Again?

Eric Boullier thinks things are at last on the upswing.
By James Gilboy Jul 7, 2017

Say 'Hello Nurse' to This Widebody V-8 Datsun 620 Pickup

When finished projects get sold off... their loss, your gain.
By James Gilboy Jul 7, 2017

If Silverstone Can't the Host British Grand Prix, Who Can?

Silverstone is on the ropes—what track can succeed it if it's unable to host?
By James Gilboy Jul 6, 2017

France's Car Industry Will Make Sure Internal Combustion Goes Out in Style

France may be going electric, but its big three will see to it that it's a non-stop petrol party until the end.
By James Gilboy Jul 6, 2017

11-Year-Old Juju Noda Wants to Be the First Woman to Win Big in F1

While she's not the only 11-year-old to have that dream, she may indeed have the skills and means to reach F1.
By James Gilboy Jul 5, 2017

Aston Martin & Cosworth Attended the F1 Engine Meeting

What does this mean about the two companies' intentions regarding F1?
By James Gilboy Jul 4, 2017

Robert Kubica's Comeback Chances Are Getting Serious

Maybe we will get to see the Pole on pole again.
By James Gilboy Jul 3, 2017

Formula Sun Solar Race Cars to Compete at COTA on July 8

Solar-powered race cars? Why not?
By James Gilboy Jul 3, 2017

Watch Mad Mike Drift His 4-Rotor MX-5 at Goodwood

The wild Kiwi marks its territory with a pair of longs black streaks left on the road.
By James Gilboy Jul 3, 2017

Red Bull Has High Expectations for Austrian Grand Prix

Upgrades & optimism stand to boost the Austrian team's chances of a win at their home race.
By James Gilboy Jul 2, 2017

Volvo's Self-Driving Cars Can't Understand Kangaroos

Us too, Volvo. Us too.
By James Gilboy Jun 30, 2017

Watch the Pikes Peak Hill Climb's Post-Race Parade

Does any race on the planet have a variety of vehicles quite like this?
By Caleb JacobsBy James Gilboy Jun 30, 2017

Download The Drive's Pikes Peak Hill Climb Background Collection

Does your phone or computer need a prettier (by which we mean: more cars) background? We've got you covered with a 2017 Pike's Peak collection.
By James Gilboy Jun 30, 2017

Copenhagen Wants to Host a Danish Grand Prix in 2020

Certainly a better option than another [Middle Eastern Country] Grand Prix.
By James Gilboy Jun 30, 2017

Watch Colin Furze Turn His BMW E30 Into … a Bed?

And so can you, with his "carvet."
By James Gilboy Jun 29, 2017

Watch Our Pikes Peak Hill Climb Footage From Atop Glen Cove

Only the camera chopper had a better angle from which to watch Pikes Peak.
By James Gilboy Jun 28, 2017

The Austrian Grand Prix Decides Fernando Alonso's Fate

Unless McLaren pulls off a miracle on the scale not seen since water became wine the McLaren-Alonso relationship will likely terminate.
By James Gilboy Jun 28, 2017

Sebastian Vettel May Be Brought Before Sports Court for Baku Crashes

Vettel may need a reminder that the first rule of racing is to not ram one's opponents.
By James Gilboy Jun 27, 2017

We Live in the Age of the Muscle Supercar

Many of the muscle cars of today have enough performance to slap European sports cars in the face.
By James Gilboy Jun 27, 2017

Why a 600-HP Mitsubishi Evo Was One of the Slowest Cars at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb

The third part of story behind Wright Group Racing's efforts at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb.
By James Gilboy Jun 24, 2017
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Pikes Peak Hill Climb with Wright Group Racing: Part Two

This installment has what you're looking for—the dyno runs for a time attack Evo.
By James Gilboy Jun 23, 2017

Pikes Peak Hill Climb with Wright Group Racing: Part One

The Drive follows a team through its preparations for this year's Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
By James Gilboy Jun 22, 2017

Watch a 707-HP Dodge Charger Hellcat Get Roasted by a Ford GT40 on a Drag Strip

The Hellcat's 707 horsepower apparently can't beat the GT40's lightness. Colin Chapman would be proud.
By James Gilboy Jun 22, 2017

It Looks Like Center Line Wheels Has Gone Dark

Bad news, drag racers. The historic wheel manufacturer appears to be no more.
By James Gilboy Jun 21, 2017

Watch This Chevy LT5-Powered Opel Kadett Fly Up a Hill

This thing sure likes to climb hills. 
By James Gilboy Jun 20, 2017

Fernando Alonso Snubbed Brawn GP in 2009

Add another to the list of bad career decisions for the Spaniard.
By James Gilboy Jun 20, 2017

New Porsche 911 GT2 RS Will Have 700 Horsepower, Report Says

The only thing hairier than the new GT2 RS is Sean Connery's chest.
By James Gilboy Jun 19, 2017

Williams Rumored to Become Honda's New Factory Team in 2018

Honda may trade one historic British team for another.
By James Gilboy Jun 19, 2017

Renault Sport F1: Jolyon Palmer Needs to Perform or Leave

The French team wants its number two driver to show he deserves his seat. Immediately.
By James Gilboy Jun 16, 2017

Buy This Ultra-Rare McLaren MP4-12C Rolling Chassis For $80,000

You know, in case you've outgrown your shifter kart.
By James Gilboy Jun 15, 2017

First 2017 Honda Civic Type R Sells for $200,000

There is a good reason to pay that $200,000 price tag.
By James Gilboy Jun 15, 2017

Renault Sport Thinks Robert Kubica Is Fast Enough For Formula One Return

Robert Kubica's future is looking bright once again.
By James Gilboy Jun 14, 2017

Forza Motorsport 7: What We Know So Far

Trailers don't tell much, but we have the goods on the upcoming Xbox title.
By James Gilboy Jun 13, 2017

Renault: No Serious Formula One Engine Upgrade Until 2018

Renault-powered teams are in for a rough wait.
By James Gilboy Jun 12, 2017

Lance Stroll Was the Second Youngest Formula 1 Driver Ever to Score Points

The young Canadian comes in behind Max Verstappen.
By James Gilboy Jun 12, 2017

No, This Super-Rare, Super-Weird Alfa Romeo SZ Is Not a Kit Car

One of these bizarre Italian sport coupes is now in the United States.
By James Gilboy Jun 11, 2017

The Canadian Grand Prix Proved the Honda Engine Is Unsafe

Uncompetitive, we already knew—but the hazard of the Honda engine is now fully apparent.
By James Gilboy Jun 11, 2017

Sir Patrick Stewart Did the Shoey After the Canadian GP

You can be knighted by the Queen of England and still be one of the lads.
By James Gilboy Jun 9, 2017

Britain Did Muscle Cars Just As Well As America Did

You know what other country made some real muscle cars? Britain.
By James Gilboy Jun 9, 2017

McLaren's F1 Team Allegedly Wants Honda Out and Mercedes Back In

It looks like McLaren may be going back to their ex after all.
By James Gilboy Jun 9, 2017

Ferrari Could Face Grid Penalties Later This Formula One Season

The prancing horse's lead over the Silver Arrows may diminish if the team fails to improve.
By James Gilboy Jun 8, 2017

How Does A Rare Ferrari 400i Strama Twin Turbo Sound?

The rare conversion is in pristine condition, and looks comfier than a return to the womb.
By James Gilboy Jun 7, 2017

Peugeot Will Conquer World And Build A Supercar. In That Order.

The French marque plans to build an international customer base before launching another high performance car.
By James Gilboy Jun 7, 2017

Scott Dixon Reaches Out to Concerned Young Fan

Here's your daily dosage of wholesome news.
By James Gilboy Jun 6, 2017

Disney-Pixar's Cars Isn't Actually About Cars

This might sound strange, but Pixar's fantasy world of living machinery is about more than an empty cup.
By James Gilboy Jun 6, 2017

The Portuguese Government Wants Their F1 Grand Prix Back

Another venue lines up for a go at hosting a Formula 1 Grand Prix.
By James Gilboy Jun 6, 2017

McLaren-Honda Thinks They Have "One of the Best Cars" in F1

If only they could pair their chassis with a decent engine...
By James Gilboy Jun 6, 2017

IndyCar's Graham Rahal Shows Us We Need More Visor Cam in Racing

"I've got a fever, and the only prescription is more visor cam." - Not Christopher Walken
By James Gilboy Jun 6, 2017

Could Robert Kubica Return to Formula 1?

The Pole has had some hard luck in his career, but he's back with Renault Sport F1 for a test drive... and maybe more.
By James Gilboy Jun 5, 2017

Just How Long Will the Formula One Calendar Get?

The calendar may yet grow longer, but teams, drivers, and pundits are pushing back against more races.
By James Gilboy Jun 2, 2017

Lego VW Golf GTi Mark 1 Will Be Headed to Stores

Get your 8-track tapes ready to play while you assemble it.
By James Gilboy Jun 2, 2017

There's an Imported Jensen Interceptor at Auction

One of Britain's greatest unsung heroes, now available stateside.
By James Gilboy Jun 2, 2017

Lamborghini Urus Spotted Testing in Disguise at the Nurburgring

Is a four-door crossover the right move for Lamborghini?
By James Gilboy Jun 1, 2017

Will Antonio Giovinazzi Replace Kimi Räikkönen in Formula One?

Deals suggest ever-patriotic Ferrari is preparing the Italian driver for his big shot.
By James Gilboy May 31, 2017

60 Years of the F1 World Constructors' Championship: A Guide

How far back does Mercedes' lineage go? How many times McLaren won the championship? Answers here!
By James Gilboy May 30, 2017

What Do You Think of This Mustang Ute Concept Rendering?

Australian and American styles unite for this strangely appealing crossbreed of racehorse and workhorse.
By James Gilboy May 30, 2017

Renault Sport F1 Wants Sergio Perez

The Mexican driver may soon be one of the hottest commodities on the Formula 1 driver market.
By James Gilboy May 30, 2017

Apparently, Fast & Furious Wannabes Still Exist

Guys, the movie is 16 years old. Can we give it a rest?
By James Gilboy May 29, 2017

This Alfa Romeo 4C Hillclimb Car Has a Formula 3000 V-8

Hillclimb cars make for some of the strangest (yet most attractive) race cars out there.
By James Gilboy May 29, 2017

These Japanese Racing Commentators Are in a League of Their Own

They make Murray Walker look like Mister Rogers.
By James Gilboy May 28, 2017

Ferrari Wins First Monaco Grand Prix Since 2001

Until this morning, Ferrari had not won a Monaco Grand Prix since Mac OS X was new.
By James Gilboy May 28, 2017

7 of 20 Drivers Retired from Today's Monaco Grand Prix. Why?

35 percent of the drivers who started the race didn't finish. Here's what happened.
By James Gilboy May 27, 2017

Kimi Räikkönen Scores His First Pole Since 2008

The Iceman's keen to show everyone he hasn't thawed out.
By James Gilboy May 27, 2017

Following Colorado's Lead, Maryland Also Bans Rolling Coal

The Old Line State has become the third in a recent succession of states to outlaw this form of idiocy.
By James Gilboy May 27, 2017

Watch the McLaren P1 LM Set a Nurburgring Record

The Nordschleife arms race continues.
By James Gilboy May 27, 2017

Turbodiesel-Swapped VW Caddy Up for Auction

The only way this car could be more '80s is if it had an AMC-esque Levi's interior.
By James Gilboy May 25, 2017

Will Jolyon Palmer be Replaced After the Monaco Grand Prix?

The British driver says he's ready to improve, and improve he'd better, or he will find himself out of a seat.
By James Gilboy May 25, 2017

F1's Chase Carey Confirms 21 Races for 2018 Calendar

One track out, two tracks in.
By James Gilboy May 25, 2017

Everyone Should Care About the Pikes Peak Hill Climb

Pikes Peak is one of the world's most extreme races...but not nearly as well-known as it should be.
By James Gilboy May 24, 2017

BMW Reportedly Cancels i5 to Focus on Electrifying Other Vehicles

The brand's intermediary product between the i3 and i8 has reportedly been put in the dirt.