The Ford Chip Ganassi Racing No. 67 Ford GT earned a second-place podium at Petit Le Mans Photo: Ford Motor Company The Ford Chip Ganassi Racing No. 67 Ford GT made sure that the supercar’s return to racing ended on a high note. Drivers Richard Westbrook, Ryan Briscoe, and Scott Dixon piloted the car to…
Photo: Porsche North America Porsche, the winningest manufacturer in the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, is coming back to add to its impressive list of trophies. The company’s executive board gave Porsche the green light to develop an LMDh prototype that will compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship and the North…
Photo: Toyota Gazoo Racing Toyota Gazoo Racing was celebrating in Austin last weekend after scoring a double podium finish in the six-hour, 2020 Lone Star Le Mans endurance race. Sébastian Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Kazuki Nakajima finished second in the No. 8 Toyota TS050 Hybrid, just over 51 seconds behind the winning No. 1 Rebellion…
From left: Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi, and José Maria López Photo: Toyota Toyota Gazoo Racing became the first Hypercar winners of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a historic moment that marks the manufacturer’s fourth consecutive victory at the prestigious event. Le Mans Winner: Learn more about Toyota hybrid and electric technologies More so than…
Photo: United Autosports After McLaren revealed it would allow Fernando Alonso to race at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year should the two-time World Champion commit to a new deal with the team—which now seems likely to happen given McLaren’s switch to Renault engines—Toyota said it would be open to talking to Alonso…
Hopefully the reveal won’t distract from the race The 24 Hours of Le Mans is classified as one of the most difficult races in the world. The vehicles that racers utilize during this event need to possess power, agility, and endurance if they are to come out on top. The 24 Hours of Le Mans…
The leading #5 Toyota TS050 Hybrid is passed on the final, 384th lap. Photo: Toyota WEC Team/Twitter It couldn’t have happened in a crueler way. Toyota has had its sights set on a 24 Hours of Le Mans win for many years now, and they’ve come close a few times, but never quite like this….
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Last year Nissan said that it was impressed with the triumph of its Rogue One: A Star Wars Story partnership with Lucasfilm and owner Disney. It seems as if the Japanese automaker is really taking that success to heart, because not only did Nissan partner again with Star Wars for The Last Jedi, but it…
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For almost two decades, Japanese automakers were engaged in a state of informal, unstated mutual restraint, where no car that they produced would have higher than 280 horsepower. There are a few reasons suggested for this, but sources seem to agree that it was mostly about safety. According to The Japan Times, this informal agreement had roots…
Ford Mustang NASCAR Cup race car revealed, set to make on-track debut at Dayton 500 It’s been a long time coming, and now, the Ford Mustang is ready to chase the Cup. Ford has revealed the Mustang NASCAR Cup race car ahead of its debut in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series in 2019. This…
Photo: pedrik via CC Max Verstappen and Lando Norris made contact while fighting for the lead of the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix, leaving both of their Formula 1 cars with a puncture and allowing George Russell to pick up his first win of the season. Verstappen had successfully fended off both McLarens in yesterday’s sprint…
As soon as you drive a car off the dealership lot, it starts losing value — that is, unless you bought a Toyota AE86 between 1984 and 1987. This unassuming car, also known as a Toyota Corolla Sprinter, has become a cult icon among street racers, drifting enthusiasts, and anime fans alike. To see why…
Celebrating a car’s birthday can take many different forms, from decorating it with balloons to planning a road trip Photo: Michael Schwarzenberger via Pixabay Whether you prefer to commemorate the day you bought your vehicle or the day it was built, the sky’s the limit when it comes to how you party it up with…
Photo: Porsche Porsche routinely demonstrates it is one of the best brands in the business for restoring classic and historic cars, and this latest project may top them all. After a year and a half of work, the automaker has restored the legendary 962 C prototype to its original 1987 condition, down to the last…
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 As much as you might be tempted, hibernating for the winter just isn’t possible. As humans, our world, work, and responsibilities do not cease when the temperature dips low and the snow and ice fall down. But just because you’d rather be home under the covers, doesn’t mean the time you…
Photo: Lexus The refreshed 2020 Lexus RC F coupe offers numerous updates and enhancements — and a whole new limited production model called the Track Edition. The snazzy new 2020 Lexus RC F Track Edition is a limited production model that expertly blends luxury craftsmanship with breathtaking performance. But the Track Edition is far more…
Nissan brings two LEAF Taxis to Rome for 12 month study Nissan is breaking ground once more with its LEAF EV, which has been delivered to Rome in the form of two zero-emission Nissan LEAF taxis. The LEAF has been used as an electric taxi in locales like Lisbon, Amsterdam, and Barcelona, and a partnership…
The Firebird III gas turbine concept car is one of the many historic vehicles on display at the GM Heritage Center Photo: Tino Rossini With its rotating display of fascinating vintage vehicles, the General Motors Heritage Center is a treasure trove for GM car fans and auto history buffs. There’s just one catch: This private…
The cover has come off of the Nissan Vision Gran Turismo model at last, hinting at a future design and sparing us all the trouble of having to memorize a long name that features a bunch of confusing letter/number nomenclature and way more punctuation than necessary. The NISSAN CONCEPT 2020 Vision Gran Turismo is an…
Photo: Ford Motor Company For the time being, the upcoming Ford Mustang-inspired battery-electric crossover is largely a mystery — it doesn’t even technically have a name. We know it’s got a butt that looks like a Mustang, and that it will also bear the influence of the new Ford Explorer. We know it’ll have a…
The all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Each year, Cars.com hosts the Best of 2017 award show during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The categories for the show include the overall Best of 2017, Best Pickup Truck of 2017, Eco-Friendly Car of the Year, Family Car of the Year, Luxury Car of the…
“Tired” of normal horror movies? Be sure to “tread” carefully! I’m on a “roll”… Photo: Pixabay via CC Watching horror movies is a traditional pastime during the Halloween season. TV screens are populated by such creepy entities as ghosts, zombies, and vampires. But it may shock you to find out that there exists an entire…
Photo: Lexus Lexus first toyed with the idea of a luxury yacht back in 2017 — and now, the automaker has made its first foray into the nautical world with the LY 650 yacht. The luxurious 65-foot boat was unveiled at an event in Boca Raton, Florida. With its sleek, unmistakably Lexus design, it’s no…
Photo: The News Wheel Few films have influenced the cinematic representation of automobiles like Bullitt has. The classic 1968 crime thriller contains one of the most noteworthy, unforgettable car chases ever put on film. Much like McQueen’s other motor-centric movies (like Le Mans), the stories from the set and in the aftermath of Bullitt‘s creation…
Photo: Kaique Rocha Automotive brands leading the charge in driverless technology have hit roadblocks in the form of testing regulations in the past. However, with a change in regulations implemented in California, companies can now test autonomous vehicles on public roads – without anyone in the cabin. Up until these changes were made, autonomous vehicles on public roads were required to…
Buy LEGO RACE 3000 on Amazon Since their inception, LEGO bricks have shared a connection with automobiles. Some of the earliest LEGO sets were race cars, and the LEGO IDEAS site is filled with proposals for classic car sets. So, as the LEGO Games line has launched over a dozen different brick-based board games, it’s no…
Photo: Derrick Brutel It’s known as Music City, the heart and home of country music. No matter where you’re coming from, Nashville speaks the universal language: music. The incredible nightlife and beautiful city scenery make Nashville an incredible destination for your next road trip. What You’ll See As you navigate through Nashville, the sights will…
Imagine this, but older, covered in fake hair, and with eight goofy-looking legs… Photo: Volkswagen It takes a unique perspective to enjoy the art of “so-bad-its-good” cinema. There’s an undeniable appeal in watching movies made with greater ambition than talent. This appeal is often most apparent in the execution of special effects. Even though the…
Photo: Toyota In an interview with Automotive News, Toyota executives have outlined how they plan to make Toyota a leader in the electric battery industry. A next-generation lithium-ion battery capable of 620 miles of range has been revealed to be due in 2026, followed by solid-state batteries with 900 miles of range, to be rolled…
Absolute Fitness owner Mike Moorman said it was his dream to own a Ferrari When Mike Moorman began his career as a personal trainer, he drove an ’86 Buick that was close to falling apart and paid a local gym so he could train his clients there. Now, 19 years later, Moorman drives a 2000…
The 2015 Chevy Colorado ©GM Although that headline may have made you assume that Tom Brady gifted a pickup truck to his most loyal manservant, “Butler” is actually the surname of newly-famous New England Patriot cornerback, Malcolm Butler. The undrafted rookie saved Super Bowl XLIX for the Patriots when he intercepted Seahawks QB Russell Wilson’s…
According to MIT Technology Review’s Karen Hao, automated vehicles have three current hurdles to overcome. Automakers who are currently testing AV models of their own will need to hone in on these few objectives in the next few years. Protection As you might have guessed, one of the primary obstacles self-driving vehicles face is safety….
Photo: Lexus The stunning Lexus LF-30 Electrified Concept recently made its national debut at the Canadian International Auto Show, alongside two other innovative Lexus concept models. Here’s what each vehicle has to offer. Take Style to the Next Level: Drive the 2020 Lexus NX Photo: Lexus This EV takes futuristic styling to the next level….
Lexus knows all about style and luxury — just look at its lineup of vehicles. With that kind of a portfolio, it’s not too surprising that the upscale automaker is joining forces with famed Canadian menswear designer Christopher Bates to create a stylish new set of kicks. Lexus Kicks the Competition: 2019 Lexus RX vs….
On Friday, June 29, Porsche smashed the all-time Nürburgring Nordschleife record that had stood for 35 years and that many believed would never be touched. While at the wheel of a highly-modified Porsche 919 Hybrid, dubbed the 919 Hybrid Evo, two-time Le Mans winner and reigning WEC champion Timo Bernhard lapped the circuit in only…
Science fiction becomes science fact with EksoVest Science fiction films like Aliens and Edge of Tomorrow among others put forth the idea of a future where powerful exoskeletons will enable humans to far exceed their physical capabilities — and ward off giant alien queens. Ford Motor Company has already succeeded to an extent in making…
The 1983 Monte Carlo SS “Pepsi Challenger” is one of the cars included in the National Corvette Museum’s new Chevrolet racing history exhibit Photo: Mike Traverse The rich history of Chevrolet racing is the focus of a new exhibition at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The exhibit features a variety of historic…
Ford is accepting orders for its luxurious Mondeo Vignale Ford is taking a decidedly upscale approach with the Ford Mondeo Vignale, the first in a line of products that will bear the Vignale moniker and act as Ford’s European luxury extension. The Mondeo Vignale is hand-finished and must undergo 100 quality checks before getting the…
Fernando Alonso, two-time Formula 1 world champion and currently one of two drivers for the McLaren Honda F1 team alongside rookie Stoffel Vandoorne, has announced he will skip the Monaco Grand Prix this year to race in the Indy 500, with aspirations to win it. Alonso has long held an ambition to earn what is…
James Harden is a former NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award winner and Olympic gold medalist Photo: © Keith Allison Even though eight-time NBA all-star Dwight Howard left the Houston Rockets this past offseason, the team has remained competitive this year, thanks in large part to the playmaking skills and improved defense of shooting…
Electric Cars, such as this Electric Ford Focus, are becoming more and more popular, but should you buy an electric car in 2014? With electric cars becoming all the rage in our society, more and more car brands are introducing these alternatively-powered cars into their lineup. Volkswagen, Mercedes, and BMW are some of the brands…
Toyota hit a pretty significant milestone last week. The Japanese automaker’s Georgetown, KY plant rolled out its 10 millionth vehicle since it began producing Toyota models back in 1988. The 10 millionth vehicle made in Kentucky was a white Camry Hybrid, and one Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky (TMMK) employee will drive it home to celebrate…
All we get for now is this teaser image of the new EV’s badge Photo: Cadillac When most people think about electric vehicles, they either consider small cars like the Prius Prime or compact to mid-size SUVs. But Cadillac is taking electrification one step further and extending its EV lineup beyond the LYRIQ with the…
Four-time Indy 500 champion A.J. Foyt Anthony Joseph “Super Tex” Foyt, Jr. was born 80 years ago today in Houston, Texas (hence the nickname). The only racecar driver to win the Daytona 500, the 24 Hours of Daytona, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and the Indianapolis 500 (accomplishing that latter feat four times), Foyt…
BMW Art Car Collection book BMW Group and publisher Hatje Cantz have launched the United States’ first comprehensive publication about the famous BMW Art Car Collection. The BMW Art Car Collection is known around the world for its unique combination of fine art and innovative automobile technology, having earned the awe and appreciation of art…
As humans, we are good at a lot of things—we can create art, ponder the deepest recesses of the universe, and create fantastic machines to make our lives easier. However, when it comes to taking back the wheel from a self-driving car, it seems that Google was right and we may as well leave it…
The Havemans’ Nissan LEAFs in front of their solar array. (Photo: Tyrel and Trish Haveman) Here’s a novel concept: you and your significant other take a 1,500-mile road trip down a good chunk of the West Coast and back and it only ends up costing you around $20. No, we’re not talking about first getting…
The most contentious part of the bill is the additional $4,500 credit that would be offered exclusively for EVs built with unionized labor… If you’re looking to go green behind the wheel but want to… The brand-new 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a bigger, better-equipped version of… The upcoming model year is a big deal…
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