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The Grand Tour Scraps Middle Eastern Adventure Special Over Terrorism Concerns

The episode would've taken place in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, but due to ISIS's occupation of the Sinai Peninsula, it was canceled.

 By Chris TeagueMay 19, 2019
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Introducing Merge Now, The Drive's New Mobility Technology Podcast

Now live at The Drive: Merge Now, a series of weekly conversations with the people shaping the mobility technologies of tomorrow.

 By Edward NiedermeyerMay 17, 2019
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By Chris Teague May 19, 2019

The Grand Tour Scraps Middle Eastern Adventure Special Over Terrorism Concerns

The episode would've taken place in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, but due to ISIS's occupation of the Sinai Peninsula, it was canceled.
By Caleb Jacobs May 19, 2019

Kids Driving Off-Road Side-by-Sides Down Chicago Highway Caught on Video but Avoid Police

A passerby was able to film the drivers, who appeared to be about 10 years old, but they were nowhere to be found by state troopers later on.
By Chris Teague May 19, 2019

Florida Man Runs From Cops in General Lee Dodge Charger After Setting Fire to His Wife's Home

Looks like them Duke boys are at it again. Oh, wait—it’s actually our old pal Florida Man. 
By Chris Teague May 18, 2019

Stolen Ford Mustang Foxbody Recovered Nearly Three Decades After It Originally Disappeared

The cold case was cracked when a nearby farm owner found the car in his barn.
By Chris Chin May 18, 2019

Canadian Police Are Using Cutouts of Officers Like Scarecrows to Curb Speeding

A small Alberta town has deployed four of the decoys and, apparently, they’re working as intended. 
By James Gilboy May 18, 2019

Possible Mazdaspeed3 Hatch and Sedan Prototypes Spotted in Heavy Camouflage

The 2019 Mazda3 is already out, so why are there two of them sporting full camouflage with new aero components?
By James Gilboy May 18, 2019

Japan's Crazy Cult Hit, Best Motoring's Hot-Version, Is Coming to Amazon Prime

Hot-Version does what you want every car show to do: throw pro drivers in tuner specials and supercars on track, then let them fight it out.
By Chris Chin May 18, 2019
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Fiery Lamborghini Huracan Crash Ejects Occupants From Car in California, Killing Both

Witnesses report the 2016 Lamborghini Huracan reached speeds above 100 miles per hour before colliding with another motorist.
By James Gilboy May 18, 2019

Thieves Are Stealing Toyota Tacoma Pickup Truck Tailgates Like Mad in Hawaii

Toyota designed the Tacoma's tailgate to be easily removable. As it turns out, it's a little too easy to remove.
By Jonathon Klein May 17, 2019

Tesla’s Walls Are Closing In As Musk Says Survival Requires ‘Hardcore’ Measures

Despite a $2.7 billion infusion of capital just this month, Musk claims the electric vehicle manufacturer could be extinct in less than a year.
By Chris Chin May 17, 2019
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Now Is Your Chance to Bid on a Ravishing 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing

Don't have $1 million bucks in your account? Bid anyway, live dangerously.
By Rob Stumpf May 17, 2019

Several Modified and Stance Cars Seized by German Police En Route to Worthersee in UK

Despite the cars being registered in a different country, the Polizei deemed them to be unfit for German roadways.
By Chad Kirchner May 17, 2019

GMC Carbon Fiber Truck Bed Pricing Revealed for 2019 Sierra AT4 and Denali

Surprise! It's not cheap.
By Rob Stumpf May 17, 2019

Listen to the Mid-Engined Chevrolet Corvette C8 Strut Its V-8 Engine on the Highway

There's a healthy-sounding V-8 under the hood.
By Chris Chin May 17, 2019
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Watch the Mighty McLaren Senna Reach 204 MPH on an Airport Runway

Those last few ticks on the speedo made us pretty anxious.
By James Gilboy May 17, 2019

Why Buy a Supercar When You Can Buy a 5,700-HP Steam Locomotive for $375,000?

Want to one-up your pals at the country club? Forget the Porsche, get this bad boy.
By Rob Stumpf May 17, 2019

You Can Now Buy This 625-HP Ford Mustang Camera Car Used in Need for Speed

It may not have been in the movie, but it still played a big part.
By Stef Schrader May 17, 2019

Bentley's Centenary Opus Book Is a Diamond-Encrusted, $256,000 Monument to Vanity

Owners can insert their own pics into the 66-pound book, which is bound to be used as a weapon in an upcoming revolution somewhere.
By Chris Teague May 16, 2019

Rubicon's New Overlanding Tent Is Your Swanky, Hitch-Mounted Basecamp

Tired of the bulky tent on top of your trail rig? Ditch it for this new setup that bolts and unbolts in a snap.
By Caleb Jacobs May 16, 2019

Nissan Debuts Ultimate Parks Titan and Destination Frontier Adventure Pickup Trucks at Overland Expo

If you're tired of Jeeps and Chevy Colorados, these could tick the box for your next modern off-roader.
By James Gilboy May 16, 2019

Ultra-Rare and Ultra-Sexy Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf Listed for Sale in California

How did this million-dollar sedan built exclusively for the Middle East end up in the United States?
By Jonathon Klein May 16, 2019

Feds Say Tesla’s Autopilot Engaged During Fatal Crash: Report

The NTSB filed a report that Tesla’s ADAS Autopilot was engaged ahead of a fatal crash.
By Stef Schrader May 16, 2019

New Porsche 935 Track Car Looks Mighty Fine in These Classic Racing Liveries

If you're lucky enough to score one of only 77 new Porsche 935s, you'd have to be crazy not to order it in bright Vaillant turquoise.
By Rob Stumpf May 16, 2019

Michigan Bill Aims to Kill Parallel Parking Test Because Drivers Complain Too Much

The senator sponsoring the bill said parallel parking is "outdated."
By James Gilboy May 16, 2019

Watch a Prototype of Ferrari's New Hybrid Supercar Try to Hide, Outrun Car Spotters

Shhhhhh, Ferrari doesn't want you to see this for another two weeks.
By Chris Teague May 16, 2019

This Rusty 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Is Not the 'Barn Find' It Appears to Be

It is, at least, a real Mach 1. 
By Jonathon Klein May 16, 2019

Acura Chops $20k Off Poor-Selling NSX Supercar

This is why we can’t have nice things, people.
By James Gilboy May 16, 2019

Koenigsegg to Reveal Hybrid V-8 Supercar That Could Cost Under $1 Million in 2020: Report

It'll apparently be propelled by a 5.0-liter engine that can run on pure alcohol for the sake of emissions and power.
By Chris Chin May 16, 2019
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Next-Gen VW Golf Likely to Feature Audi-Derived Digital Dash With More Screens

The trend continues as physical controls seem to be on their way out, at least for some automakers.
By Chris Chin May 16, 2019
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Ford Expands Faulty Shifter Recall to 270,000 More Fusions for Risk of Unintentional Roll-Aways

This comes in addition to the 550,000 Ford Fusions and Escapes recalled last year from the same issue.
By Caleb Jacobs May 16, 2019

Honda Rolls Out Summer-Ready Passport SUV and Ridgeline Pickup Truck at 2019 Overland Expo

If you pass on an RV and #vanlife isn't for you, then this could be the perfect middle ground for exploration.
By Jonathon Klein May 15, 2019

Another Fire Sees Tesla Push Software Update to Model S and Model X

Yet another stationary Model S fire earlier this week caused enough concern at Tesla that the company pushed a software update to everyone’s car.
By Rob Stumpf May 15, 2019

2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Tray Bed Concept Is an Expeditioner's Dream Truck

The overlander is an improvement on the already-capable AEV-tweaked Colorado ZR2.
By James Gilboy May 15, 2019

US Senate Moves to Encourage EV Battery Mineral Mining Stateside

Demand for minerals like lithium is soaring as more companies commit to electrification, and the government wants the US to be a major provider.
By Jerry Perez May 15, 2019

Rare 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO Stolen During Test Drive Recovered by German Police

It's unclear at this moment if the $2M Ferrari was found in good condition.
By Chris Chin May 15, 2019

Dash Cam Captures Horrifying Moment When Drugged-Up Jeep Driver Crashes Into NYC Uber Head-On

The Jeep driver, who was under the influence of marijuana and cocaine, pointed his phone at the police as if it were a gun.
By James Gilboy May 15, 2019

Hundreds of Jeep Drivers Rally in Memory of School Shooting Hero and Fellow Jeeper Kendrick Castillo

The Colorado Jeep community mourns one of its own in a touching public tribute.
By James Gilboy May 15, 2019

Tesla Agrees to $13M Settlement for 'Permanently Disabled' Worker Struck by Model S at Fremont Plant

The plaintiff suffered her injuries in August 2014 when she was working for a company contracted to clean Tesla's Californian production facility.
By Chris Chin May 15, 2019
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Aston Martin Reveals 007 James Bond Gadgets Fitted to $3.5 Million DB5 Continuation Cars

It's got just about everything from the 1964 Goldfinger film, except for the ejection seat.
By Jonathon Klein May 15, 2019

Speeding McLaren 720S Owner Gets Supercar Impounded, Again

The driver was stopped by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. No word if he resembled Snidely Whiplash.
By Rob Stumpf May 15, 2019

Watch Two Douchebags Get Caught Red-Handed Keying Tesla Model 3 Thanks to Sentry Mode

The owner of the dent-filled Ram also made sure to door-slam the Model 3 before leaving.
By James Gilboy May 15, 2019

Japan Begins Testing Electric, 249-MPH Bullet Train Named 'ALFA-X'

This train is faster than a McLaren F1 in a straight line and is meant to cruise at 224 mph for extended periods—all in near-complete silence.
By Stef Schrader May 15, 2019

Drake Started From the Bottom But Now Has a Massive, Private Boeing 767 Airplane

Drake's newest toy is a customized 767 complete with gold accents, leather seating and "Air Drake" emblazoned on the engines.
By Chris Tsui May 15, 2019

2020 Audi A4 Lineup: Fresh Face, New Mild-Hybrid System, and S4 Goes Diesel

Wave goodbye to the gasoline-powered S4 sports sedan.
By Kyle Cheromcha May 15, 2019

The New McLaren GT Is a 203-MPH British Bomber With a Cashmere Interior

Need to cross a continent with two golf bags in the trunk? Of course you do.
By Jonathon Klein May 15, 2019

Exclusive: The Rebirth of De Tomaso Automobili

Brought back by the enthusiastic lunatics behind the Apollo Intensa Emozione, De Tomaso promises to return the brand to its rightful status.
By Jonathon Klein May 14, 2019

Porsche Offers Mid-Range Heat With the Cayenne S Coupe

It’s not the base, nor is it the Turbo, but the Cayenne S Coupe seems just right.
By Kyle Cheromcha May 14, 2019

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz EQC Has a Hilarious Easter Egg That Mocks BMW

Who says electric cars can't have personality?
By Kyle Cheromcha May 14, 2019

Nebraska State Patrol's 1993 Ford Mustang SSP Is Still Out There Nailing Speeders

A rad blast from the recent past on the plains of Nebraska.
By Chris Teague May 14, 2019

Rebellious New York Man Dealt 63 Charges for Illegal ATV Joyride on State Highway

The charges range from evading police to equipment violations—among many, many others.
By James Gilboy May 14, 2019

Multimillion-Dollar 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO Stolen From Owner During Test Drive Gone Wrong

The coveted Ferrari is one of only 272 ever made by Maranello.
By James Gilboy May 14, 2019

BMW M Boss Says First Electric Performance Car 'Not Too Far in the Distance': Report

The chairman of BMW's M division reveals how the first high-performance electric car will work in terms of power and torque management.
By James Gilboy May 14, 2019

Rideshares Like Uber and Lyft Have 35,000 Times More Bacteria Than a Toilet Seat: Study

Do you hail a ride through an app on the regular? You might want to start carrying some hand sanitizer.
By Chris Teague May 14, 2019

Man Arrested While Roadtripping With Dead Wife's Body Riding Shotgun

Rather than call police when his wife died in a Texas hotel, he decided to bring her along for the ride.
By Rob Stumpf May 14, 2019

Hundreds of Parents Named Their Babies 'Tesla' Last Year, Government Data Says

More than 220 kids were also named after the company's CEO, Elon Musk.
By Jonathon Klein May 14, 2019

How Aston Martin Saved a Manual and Developed a Stick-Shift Vantage AMR

We caught up with Aston Martin's chief engineer to learn how the manual Vantage AMR came to be—and what it means for the future.
By Chris Chin May 14, 2019
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Toyota 2JZ-GTE-Swapped 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC Is What Tuner Dreams Are Made Of

Is it better than the original 4.5-liter V-8? Some might think so.
By Chris Chin May 14, 2019

Heroic Young Boy Forced to Call 911 After Mom Leaves Total of Seven Kids in Hot Car

Police quickly arrived to help the children, who were observedly scared and very sweaty.
By Chris Chin May 14, 2019

Hyundai Taps Hypercar Maker Rimac to Develop Electric Sports Car

A new sports EV and a hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle will be the first to come from the collaboration, Hyundai says.
By Jonathon Klein May 13, 2019

Woman Bludgeoned to Death with Bird Electric Scooter in California

Police are investigating the reason behind the attack.
By Rob Stumpf May 13, 2019

Triumphant Florida Man Able to Keep Obscene Sticker on Back of Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Truck

A Florida court has ruled the man's arrest was not convictable under the First Amendment.
By James Gilboy May 13, 2019

The Mysterious Story Behind Field With More Than Dozen Abandoned Ferraris, Other Exotics

Who buys this many Prancing Horses and just leaves them to rot? As it turns out, this Ferrari owner didn't have a say in the matter.
By Chris Constantine May 13, 2019
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This Handsome McLaren 600LT Spider Is the Automaker's 20,000th Supercar Built

McLaren plans to reduce production soon to keep its exclusive identity.
By James Gilboy May 13, 2019

Florida Manatee Orgy Near Tampa Bay Highway Causes World's Most Awkward Traffic Jam

You'd think Floridians would be unfazed by odd things happening around them on a constant basis, but then again, you don't see this every day.
By Chris Teague May 13, 2019

People Are Being Arrested and Jailed Due to Hertz Erroneously Reporting Rental Cars Stolen: Report

Cleaning fees could be the least of your worries if your next car rental is from Hertz.
By Chris Chin May 13, 2019
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1968 Lamborghini Miura From Original The Italian Job Resurfaces After Missing for Decades

Historians rediscovered Chassis #3586 just in time for the 1969 film's 50th anniversary.
By Rob Stumpf May 13, 2019

Ferrari 458 Italia Once Owned by The Grand Tour's James May Is Now for Sale

Just because it was owned by Captain Slow doesn't mean you can't have a little fun in it.
By Caleb Jacobs May 13, 2019

Semi Truck Driver Drags Crushed Ford Mustang for Half-Mile Before Realizing Something's Wrong

The driver survived and even managed to climb out of the mangled 'Stang under his own power.
By Jonathon Klein May 13, 2019

5 Cool Details You Need To Know About the New Toyota GR Supra

Finally, we can talk about the new Toyota GR Supra’s cool details.
By Kyle Cheromcha May 13, 2019

How California Is Fixing Angeles Crest Highway After Its Worst Landslide in Decades

What's taking so long to repair the iconic road? Everything.
By Caleb Jacobs May 13, 2019

Watch a Monster Truck Pull off a Ridiculous 144-Foot-Long Jump and Break a World Record

Ever seen a machine that weighs 12,000 pounds fly like a paper airplane? Well, now you have.
By Chris Chin May 13, 2019
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1939 Porsche Type 64: One of Stuttgart's First Creations Heads to Auction at Monterey Car Week

Only three samples were built, and this one was once owned by Ferdinand Porsche's own son.
By Rob Stumpf May 13, 2019

New York Driver Crashes, Flips Buick Multiple Times Trying to Shoo Away Spider

It's unclear if he attempted to catch the Buick on fire after the crash. We would've.
By Chris Chin May 12, 2019
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Florida Man Arrested After Praising the Lord While Highway-Surfing His Cadillac

The 70-year-old said he'd "rather go to jail than go back home" to his supposedly demanding wife.
By Chris Teague May 12, 2019

You Can Own the First Two Pontiac Firebirds Ever Made for $285,000

If you've got a few hundred grand and two empty parking spots, consider these examples which mark the Genesis of an all-time American great.
By Chris Constantine May 12, 2019
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$10 Million Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta to Cross Auction Block at Monterey Car Week

It's the precursor to the mighty 250 GTO and one of only 40 in existence.
By Stef Schrader May 12, 2019

The Bentley Ultratank Is the Ultimate Build for Shredding Your Country Club's Greens All to Hell

Take a Continental GT, add tank-style rubber tracks where the wheels used to be, and voilà! Mayhem, in car form. 
By Rob Stumpf May 11, 2019

Spy Shots Reveal First Look at 2020 Porsche Taycan's Production Interior

Porsche has dialed it back a bit from the futuristic interior of the Taycan concept, and that's a good thing.
By Jerry Perez May 11, 2019

The Coolest Cars and Trucks Headed to 2019 Mecum Auction Indianapolis

Exotic Porsches, drool-worthy muscle cars, and sexy pickup trucks—there will be something for everyone in Indy.
By Chris Teague May 11, 2019

This Watch Is Made From Actual Parts of Championship-Winning Datsun BRE 510 Race Car

It was gifted to successful Nissan race driver John Morton during the annual Mitty event at Road Atlanta.
By Jonathon Klein May 11, 2019

10 Things That Sound Better Than Formula 1’s Horrid Current Power Unit

It may be an awesomely fast racecar, but the current Formula 1 engine sounds like a vacuum humping a goat.
By Caleb Jacobs May 11, 2019

Trial Date Set for Tesla CEO Musk Over 'Pedo Guy' Twitter Blast of British Cave Diver

Musk's attempt to dismiss the defamation lawsuit was previously denied by a judge who said his statements "implied assertions of objective fact."
By Caleb Jacobs May 11, 2019

Good-As-New 1981 Chevrolet Fire Truck With Only 1,300 Miles Is Fit for a Museum

If you've been daydreaming about buying an old pickup of your own, this classic has a starting bid of $5,000 CAD.
By Joe D'Allegro May 11, 2019

These Are the Most and Least Expensive States for Car Insurance: Study

Aside from factors like your age, driving record, and gender, the state you live in also has a significant effect on your insurance rates. 
By James Gilboy May 10, 2019

Elon Musk Tweets in Response to Viral Porn Video Showing Tesla Model X Driving on Autopilot

A couple engaging in explicit acts while driving on the highway triggered Musk, but did he miss his chance to "step up?"
By Jonathon Klein May 10, 2019

A Single Component Can Brick Older Teslas and Tesla Won’t Fix It

A piece of the data storage hardware can only store so much data before it kills the car.
By Chris Teague May 10, 2019

2000 Honda Accord With Over 1 Million Miles Surfaces in North Carolina

The car is on its third engine and has traveled the distance to the moon and back—twice.
By James Gilboy May 10, 2019

New GM Trademark Filing Teases Chevrolet Trailblazer Return to United States

General Motors revealed the all-new Chevrolet Trailblazer last month in China, and now it appears it's coming our way.
By James Gilboy May 10, 2019

Ferrari Will Stop Supplying Maserati With Engines by the End of 2022, CEO Says

Maserati is set to sever ties with its formerly FCA-owned Italian sibling. Tough timing, considering a lineup reboot is in its near future.
By Rob Stumpf May 10, 2019

Massive Warehouse Fire Near Pittsburgh Destroys Hundreds of Exotic Cars Worth Upwards of $60M

The sight of charred Bugattis, Ferraris, Bentleys, Porsches, and other irreplaceable vintage cars is simply heart-breaking.
By Jonathon Klein May 10, 2019

Ferrari Set to Debut All-New Hybrid Supercar Later This Month

Maranello sets its sights on the company’s next great hybrid supercar.
By James Gilboy May 10, 2019

Automakers Lobby Against Colorado Adopting California-Like Zero-Emissions Vehicle Laws: Report

Colorado's Governor Jared Polis has directed his state to copy California's zero-emissions vehicle laws, and the industry isn't happy.
By Stephen Edelstein May 10, 2019

Consumer Ignorance on Electric Vehicles Is Still a Major Problem, AAA Survey Says

Lack of knowledge is stopping people who are interested in electric cars from actually buying them.
By Chris Chin May 10, 2019
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Audi RS5 Drag Races Porsche Cayman GTS and Lotus Exige Cup 430—Who Wins?

Will it be the all-wheel-drive coupe, the thoroughbred RWD sports car, or the British featherweight?
By Rob Stumpf May 10, 2019

Dozens of Vintage Chevrolet Corvettes and Camaros Destroyed by Fire in HBO Filming Set

The blaze claimed as many as 27 pristine vehicles from a private collection and sparked a response from 15 fire departments.
By Chris Teague May 10, 2019

Rolls-Royce Phantom 115th Anniversary One-Off to Be Auctioned Online Through RM Sotheby's

The secretive Phantom, which has only been teased via sketch to prospective buyers, will go to the highest bidder.
By Jonathon Klein May 9, 2019

Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Space Venture Unveils Lunar Lander, Rover, and Rocket

“The probability of success is difficult to estimate, but if we never search the chance of success is zero.”
By James Gilboy May 9, 2019

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Caught Doing 130MPH on Shoulder Before Barrel-Rolling

Did we mention he was trying to outrun the police?
By James Gilboy May 9, 2019

Leaked Mazda Document Reveals Upcoming RWD Platform and Inline-Six Engine: Report

A document intended for investors highlights a new platform and bigger versions of its cutting-edge Skyactiv-X engine.
By James Gilboy May 9, 2019

Engineer Who Whistleblowed VW's Dieselgate Was Just Laid-Off by General Motors

Hemanth Kappanna was on a small team of three grad students who discovered VW's fraud, but now he's back in India looking for work.