Upcoming Smithsonian TV Series Preview: The Construction of 'Supercar Superbuild'

Behind-the-scenes factory tours are a fantastic way to grow your appreciation for the automotive manufacturing process and the cars being produced. Plus, for many people, being present for the birth of a new car is as awe-inspiring as a child being born–one that’s a lot better looking when it first arrives. Because most of us won’t…

Could Cadillac's 2020 Plans Include a Hybrid Supercar?

2002 Cadillac Cien Concept Photo: © General Motors President of General Motors North America Mark Reuss all but shut down the suggestion of a Cadillac sports car in an interview released earlier today. Despite the sentiment in his words, something about Reuss’ comments—and a bunch of other pieces that seem to fit together pretty nicely—got…

Ford GT supercar Archives

The Ford GT is kind of like Schrödinger’s Car. (Or at least… The 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed is bringing the fireworks on the… Chances are, you are not one of the automotive elites who managed… Are you one of the, oh, few hundred people to have passed… Look, it’s probably best to face up…

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Lexus RC F GT3 Could Join V8 Supercars in 2017

Lexus RC F GT3 Concept According to the head man for Lexus Australia, the luxury automaker is mulling over the possibility of becoming a part of V8 Supercars in 2017. According to DRIVE, Lexus Australia CEO Sean Hanley says that there is a possibility that we could be seeing a track-ready version of the RC…

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$1.5 Million Lamborghini Miura from 'The Italian Job' Discovered

The wrecked Lamborghini Miura is dropped into the bottom of a ravine Photo: Paramount Pictures What would you say is the coolest car of all time? According to Top Gear Magazine‘s weigh-in on the subject, it’s easily the Lamborghini Miura, and we have to agree. The love affair with Lamborghini‘s flagship model–regarded as the first…

California Special Returns for 2024 Ford Mustang

2024 Ford Mustang GT California Special convertible Photo: Ford Ford keeps upping the ante with the all-new 2024 Mustang, announcing this month the return of the California Special. This popular package will be available for the 2024 Ford Mustang GT, and it will offer distinctive exterior styling that sets it apart from the pack. Considering…

Dave Pericak Talks Ford GT with XCAR

Ford put the world on notice early in 2015 when it unveiled its new GT supercar at the North American International Auto Show, and then it proceeded to put the endurance racing world on notice last month when it premiered its race car-equivalent at Le Mans. Shortly after the reveal, XCAR caught up with Ford…

Dwayne Johnson Displays His Affection for the Ford F-150 Via Instagram

There are many celebrities who endorse automobiles, but not many of them seemingly have the genuine passion for the brand they represent more than Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson does for the 2016 Ford F-150 pickup truck. Standing 6-feet 5-inches tall and owning some of the biggest muscles on planet Earth, Johnson has joked on his…

Sports Car Archives

The MR2 was a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-seater sports car, which makes a partnership with Lotus or Porsche seem like a good fit… At the end of the day, this is not a case of the Toyota GR Supra and BMW Z4… The only problem with the 86 is not the 86 itself, but the…

[Photos] Hey, Lincoln Aviator, You Sure Do Look Nice

Okay, Lincoln Aviator. We see you. The 2019 Lincoln Aviator managed to exceed expectations from a stylistic standpoint when it was unveiled this week at the New York International Auto Show. The sleek, stylish, and, frankly, stunning three-row crossover signals the continued evolution of Lincoln’s design language. With the availability of a plug-in hybrid variant,…

Lamborghini Archives

Lamborghini has a reputation for high-end supercars that boast outrageous performance and… Let’s be real: For 99 out of 100 people who can’t afford… The beginning of the year has been a bit rocky for Chevrolet… For most motorists, opening a car door to enter their vehicle is a… In the upcoming Marvel blockbuster movie Doctor…

Honda NSX Engine Named “Best New Engine” at International Engine of the Year Awards

Honda has picked up another award, this time for the 3.5-liter gasoline-electric V6 hybrid powertrain found in the NSX hybrid supercar. The motor was named “Best New Engine” at the 2017 International Engine of the Year Awards, presented by Engine Technology International magazine. The awards, now in their 19th year, are determined by a panel of experts from…

BMW's Plans for All-Wheel-Drive M Brand Models

An M version of the 5 Series will benefit from all-wheel drive Pictured: 2015 BMW X5 If BMW wants to continue increasing its performance on its “top-level” M-model vehicles, it’s going to need to embrace all-wheel drive instead of clinging to rear-wheel drive. The brand has been considering all-wheel drive for its M division as…

2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Overview

The Camaro has become a staple in Chevrolet’s lineup and the Camaro ZL1 adds even more edge to the nameplate. With two body configurations and a 650-horsepower engine, there’s no stopping the power behind the wheel of the 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is available as a coupe or a convertible. Model…

Justin Bieber, The Game, And Kylie Jenner Compete For Best Instagram Ferrari Pic

It seemed like there may have been a competition these past couple of weeks among popular celebrities, as pop singer Justin Bieber, reality star Kylie Jenner, and rap artist The Game, all took to Instagram to show off photos of their ultra exotic Ferrari 458 supercars. California rapper The Game was the first to show off…

Mid-Engine Corvette Named 2020 MotorTrend Car of the Year

2020 Corvette Photo: Chevrolet MotorTrend recently announced its coveted 2020 award winners. The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette earned the prestigious title of 2020 MotorTrend Car of the Year. The Mid-Engine Sports Car: Overview of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Each year, MotorTrend presents “Golden Calipers” to the SUV of the Year, Truck of the Year, and Car…

2016 Dodge Viper Overview

The 2016 Dodge Viper is the perfect example of top-notch American performance. Dodge created the Viper for those consumers that want racetrack-level performance in their vehicle—and they were successful, since this supercar is considered one of Road & Track’s top three rated performance cars. Along with its excellent performance numbers, the Viper is also hand-built…

Sports cars Archives

With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…

Maserati Teases First All-Electric Car

Photo: Maserati Maserati released teaser images of the new GranTurismo prototype, the brand’s first all-electric car. Developed at the Maserati Innovation Lab and photographed on the streets of Modena, the upcoming GranTurismo may be the Italian automaker’s answer to the Tesla Roadster. As part of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Maserati was slow to set course for…

Theft Archives

In an attempt to learn which items are most tempting to thieves,… Recently, a woman sent her boyfriend’s 1967 Chevrolet Impala to the junkyard while he was away on business. It didn’t go over particularly well.… The 2020 C8 Corvette is a revolution in the world of street-ready supercars, and it seems like one or…

Book Review: “How to Build Brick Cars” by Peter Blackert

The LEGO® Company has released many official replicas of popular vehicles, like the MINI Cooper and VW Beetle. For every one of these collector’s sets that gets released, however, there are a dozen other models that likely won’t ever make it to shelves. That’s why the LEGO Ideas forums are filled with gearheads’ interpretations of their favorite…

Caleb Cook, Author at The News Wheel

On the surface, the 2025 Honda lineup doesn’t seem to offer any… Thinking about buying a Mazda in the near future? Here’s what the… The refreshed 2025 Yukon is coming soon to the GMC lineup. For… Chevrolet will end production for the Malibu later this fall, drawing the… As Subaru moves into the 2025 model…

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What’s New for the 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary The Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary edition is a special version of the 2014 Dodge Challenger, built to celebrate the 100 years Dodge has been producing vehicles. 2014 Dodge Challenger 100th Anniversary Exterior One look at the Challenger 100th Anniversary and there will be no doubt as…

2017 Ford GT Archives

With the mandatory two-year ownership period coming to an end, a wave… The saga of John Cena’s 2017 Ford GT has taken more unnecessary… Ford Motor Company confirmed on Thursday that it had settled a legal… ‘Round and ‘round and ‘round John Cena’s 2017 Ford GT goes, where… For a car so rare and so…

3 Awesome Global Auto Shows in 2020

This article is sponsored by Looking4.com. The Los Angeles Auto Show always attracts plenty of guests Photo: Genesis When you’re crazy about cars, America is a pretty great place to live. From getting to grips with Manhattan’s grid system to putting the pedal to the metal on the Pacific Coast Highway, there’s something for everyone….