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Review of BMW’s M235i Perfect Start to Spring
The sound of the engine scorching past 3500 RPM. The support of the seat across the back of your shoulders. The compulsive propulsion of the car in Sport mode. The sparkling liquidity of the blue finish against the black top. The tight feeling of a well-made, lightweight BMW on the road. These are the things…
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People Don’t Remember Jeep Getting Hacked Last Year
People get freaked out by the word “hacking” but there’s really nothing to be afraid of. To help people understand this word and keep them from panicking whenever they see it in a headline or on TV, we thought we’d focus on the Jeep hacking event that happened last year. As you might recall, WIRED…
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Porsche CEO Oliver Blume Says No Thanks to Autonomous Vehicles
Just when Volkswagen Chief Operating Officer Johann Jungwirth announces that Volkswagen plans on being the first to market with an autonomous car, Porsche dropkicks the entire concept. Reuters reports that Porsche CEO Oliver Blume said, “One wants to drive a Porsche by oneself,” and “An iPhone belongs in your pocket, not on the road.” Is…
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New Jeep Models! Internal Documents Reveal Upcoming Jeeps
Jeep has been quiet lately – too quiet. It’s been two years since they unveiled the Jeep Renegade at the Geneva Auto Show, and we haven’t heard much since. For that reason, we decided to dig around and find out what they’ve been up to, and what they’re planning. Here’s what we found We’ve uncovered…
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RAM Trucks Now the Official Pickup Truck of Cabela’s
In the world of outdoor things, Cabela’s is an established name for hunting, fishing, camping, gun culture, and more, which is why we’re pleased as a deer under a full moon that the venerable brand is teaming up with RAM Trucks. According to website Ammoland, a site with an American flag themed pistol on its…
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Audi SQ7 Will Feature the Industry’s First Electric Turbocharger
For Audi, “Advancement Through Technology” is more than a catch-phrase; it’s a road-map for every car they design. The brand new Audi SQ7 with an electric turbocharger is a shining example of what‘s possible when a company focuses on improving the core essentials. Earlier this week, Audi showcased their new SQ7 at the Geneva Auto…
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Pictures of the Last Dodge Viper Ever: RIP
While Dodge has not officially discontinued the Viper, many think that we are seeing this famous muscle car’s final moments. The 2016 Dodge Viper ACR is quintessential Viper: massive 8.4-liter engine, 10 cylinders, manual transmission, a huge wing out back, and nothing luxurious about it. The Viper is a track car, a muscle car—the most…
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Bringing Sexy Hatchback: Honda Debuts Civic Hatchback Prototype
2016 is the year of the Civic. The 2016 Civic Sedan is on sale in the U.S., the Type-R and the Civic Coupe are coming soon, and now we’ve got the Civic Hatchback to look forward to. How do they expect anyone to choose out of such an amazing lineup? Honda Civic hatchback Yesterday, Honda…
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Goodbye Town & Country, Hello Chrysler Pacifica
For practically inventing the minivan, none can surpass the Chrysler Town & Country. Changing times, however, demand changing vehicles, and so it is that Chrysler has retired the venerable old minivan and already introduced its successor: the Chrysler Pacifica. If that name sounds familiar that’s because it was a Chrysler SUV during the mid-2000s. The…
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What’s Better than a Jaguar F-Type? A 567hp Jaguar F-Type SVR
Ah, Geneva Motor Show, how could we ever thank you for the gifts you bring? Last year you delivered a Jaguar F-Type packed with a beautiful Startech upgrade kit, and this year you’re going to out-do yourself with the F-Type SVR. Jaguar F-Type SVR Did the Jaguar F-Type R need an extra 25hp, upgraded suspension,…