Lidar just got a whole lot better! Velodyne’s new VLS-128 Lidar sensor doubles the number of lasers from the previous version. The result? Smarter self-driving cars that can see in higher resolution than ever.
Though the name is familiar, Acura’s second-generation NSX takes a decidedly different approach to sports car design than its storied predecessor, bringing hybrid technology to the supercar realm.
Jaguar’s XE SV Project 8 is the most powerful and extreme road car the brand has ever produced. Limited to just 300 examples, the car can hit 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and tops out at 200 mph.
The 2019 Kia Sorento gets a face-lift, new eight-speed automatic transmission, and wireless phone charging. A diesel engine is on the way, too, and might be the perfect fit for this family-friendly vehicle.
The 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid will debut at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show as a companion to the standard Niro hybrid. A plug-in powertrain allows this version to drive up to 26 miles on electric power alone.
The 2018 Nissan Kicks is a new crossover that slots below the Rogue Sport in Nissan's lineup. But without all-wheel drive, the Kicks is more like a taller hatchback than a true utility vehicle.
Mazda's flagship sedan receives more premium features, an available turbocharged engine, and subtle design tweaks inside and out. It's still in the same segment as the popular Toyota Camry but it's moving up on the premium scale.
Debuting at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show, the Toyota FT-AC concept aims to add rugged styling and a sense of adventure to the everyday SUV. It also has onboard cameras to record any adventures its driver might undertake.
The Volvo XC40 has arrived, and it's a new nameplate that will bring the company into a segment it's never competed in. Based on the CMA platform, the XC40 is a small SUV positioned directly below the XC60.
Mitsubishi has revealed a brand-new crossover named Eclipse Cross. Inspired by the brand's recent concepts, the compact soft-roader is one of Mitsubishi's most daring designs to date.
Last weekend, Yandex conducted test drives with its self-driving taxis in a snowy scenario, ensuring that the autonomous vehicle would be able to keep passengers safe in wintry conditions.
The 2018 Lexus LX 570 is one of the last old-school SUVs around. Its big V8, body-on-frame design, and genuine off-road capability contrast with modern crossovers. But is the LX past its prime?
The 2018 Lexus RX L is the first three-row Lexus RX ever, filling a major gap in the luxury automaker's lineup. But is that extra row of seats enough to make the RX worth a closer look?
The third-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The brand-new model takes what made the original CLS a design icon and augments it with more tech and hybrid power.
There's a new BMW M5 arriving in time for the 2018 model year, and it's faster than ever. It gets a 600-horsepower V8, and a trick all-wheel drive system that reverts to rear-wheel drive when needed.
BMW has introduced the long-awaited i8 Roadster at the Los Angeles Auto Show. On sale next year, the model ushers in an updated plug-in hybrid powertrain that sends 369 horsepower to all four wheels.
Corvette's latest supercharged behemoth sports a 6.2-liter V8 that produces 755 horsepower and 715 pound-feet of torque, sending the 2019 Corvette ZR1 head-to-head with the supercar elite.
The 2019 Lincoln Nautilus replaces the Lincoln MKX and debuts in the last week of November at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show. It indicates that Lincoln will give its cars actual names from now on, rather than "MK"-based codes.
Alfa Romeo will make an unexpected return to Formula 1 after over 30 years of absence. The brand will join forces with the Sauber F1 team, and it will source its power unit from former sister company Ferrari.
Waze is adding a few new features to its app to help make it a little more useful. New features include a "motorcycle mode," carpool lane navigation, and even "OK Waze" voice navigation.
Subaru filled the void left by the Tribeca with the Ascent, a brand-new crossover with three rows of seats. The eight-seater 2019 Subaru Ascent is the biggest model in the company's history by a long shot.
Autonomy will have a profound effect on what we drive, but it will also change how we listen to music in our cars. Harman shares its vision of the future with us, and promises to illustrate it with a concept at CES next year.
The Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy is a race series built around the Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV. Up to 20 identical race-prepped I-Paces will race on Formula E circuits beginning late next year.
Modern-day car thieves utilize modern technology to steal the latest and greatest cars for sale today, as seen with this U.K.-based theft, where a couple of boosters make off with a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan in under 60 seconds.
Subaru, like almost every automaker, is looking at ways to integrate electrification into its lineup. The company will begin selling plug-in hybrid models next year, and fully electric cars by 2021.
To celebrate 100 years in the car business, Mitsubishi is teaming up with West Coast Customs to combine its first production car, the 1917 Model A, with a modern Outlander Plug-In Hybrid.
U.S. buyers continue to vote for the Honda CR-V with their dollars. From the low $20,000s to mid $30,000s, the CR-V offers comfort, convenience, reliability and high resale value.
Uber has found a local partner in yet another country, as the firm inks a deal with Russia’s largest technology company. Last week, Yandex NV joined forces with Uber in Russia, after receiving regulatory approval.
Our First Drive of the 2018 GMC Sierra Denali 1500 finds that when something really works, you don’t need to make changes just for the sake of change. A few light updates are enough to keep the Denali at the top of the luxury pickup truck game.
Mazda recently announced plans to launch a new, fourth crossover model to its lineup by 2021. Intended as a successor to the CX-7, the new SUV will slot between the CX-5 and the CX-9.
Porsche wants to adopt the useful parts of the industry's shift toward autonomy without neutering its cars. Some features will become must-haves, but the company is committed to keeping the steering wheel in its cars for as long as possible.
'The Grand Tour' is looking for a new professional driver in the latest season two teaser, and James May thought a car thief might do the trick. That goes about as well as you might expect.
Modern-day car thieves utilize modern technology to steal the latest and greatest cars for sale today, as seen with this U.K.-based theft, where a couple of boosters make off with a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan in under 60 seconds.
Subaru, like almost every automaker, is looking at ways to integrate electrification into its lineup. The company will begin selling plug-in hybrid models next year, and fully electric cars by 2021.
To celebrate 100 years in the car business, Mitsubishi is teaming up with West Coast Customs to combine its first production car, the 1917 Model A, with a modern Outlander Plug-In Hybrid.
Uber has found a local partner in yet another country, as the firm inks a deal with Russia’s largest technology company. Last week, Yandex NV joined forces with Uber in Russia, after receiving regulatory approval.
Our First Drive of the 2018 GMC Sierra Denali 1500 finds that when something really works, you don’t need to make changes just for the sake of change. A few light updates are enough to keep the Denali at the top of the luxury pickup truck game.
Mazda recently announced plans to launch a new, fourth crossover model to its lineup by 2021. Intended as a successor to the CX-7, the new SUV will slot between the CX-5 and the CX-9.
'The Grand Tour' is looking for a new professional driver in the latest season two teaser, and James May thought a car thief might do the trick. That goes about as well as you might expect.
Porsche wants to adopt the useful parts of the industry's shift toward autonomy without neutering its cars. Some features will become must-haves, but the company is committed to keeping the steering wheel in its cars for as long as possible.
Researchers at Samsung have used a "graphene ball" to enhance a standard Li-ion battery, just like the one inside your phone, cutting recharge times down by many times over without impacting the cell's longevity.
The GMC Sierra All Mountain concept is a heavy-duty pickup truck with a 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 engine tank-like tracks from Mattracks. Could this custom creation be the perfect winter vehicle?
Winter is nearly here, which means the roads are more dangerous than ever. Here, we’ve compiled a list of helpful winter driving tips to keep you and your ride safe under frosty conditions.
Tesla has officially unveiled the all-electric Tesla Semi. The vehicle boasts a maximum range of 500 miles, can recharge to around 80 percent in 30 minutes, and features Autopilot technology as standard.
The Turtlebacker is a camping trailer designed for those who want to bring all of their favorite toys with them on their excursions, including motorcycles or ATVs, all of their outdoor gear, and a rooftop tent for sleeping.
Singapore announced that it would see self-driving buses and shuttles transporting citizens and tourists alike by 2022, with the Punggol, Tengah, and Jurong Innovation District slated as the first three areas to receive the technology.
The current-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class has been with us since 2011, encroaching the age of seven. With the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show just around the corner, Mercedes-Benz teased its latest next-gen CLS-Class ahead of its reveal.
Advertisements are both the bane of the internet and the reason why we get so much content for free. Now, Snapchat and BMW have teamed up to bring augmented reality ads to life with the carmaker's X2.
Elon Musk's Tesla has just completed the installation of the world's biggest battery in South Australia. Musk had said he'd foot the $50 million bill if it wasn't completed in 100 days. Tesla finished with about a week to spare.
Cadillac catapulted the ATS-V into a segment dominated by the Europeans. Can it hold its own against the competition?
The already-crowded streets of California are going to get a bit busier still now that the state has granted yet another self-driving permit. Lyft joins a growing list of companies that have the green light to test autonomous tech.
Bentley will build just 19 examples of the yacht-like Mulsanne Grand Convertible. It adds V8 power to the standard Mulsanne sedan, and its $3.5 million price tag makes it more expensive than a Bugatti.
Enjoy camping but hate the idea of sleeping on the ground? Sleep under the stars and on top of your vehicle with some of the best rooftop tents. Here is a complete guide to the best soft shells and hard shells on the market.
The Lamborghini Urus is the Italian brand's first off-roader since the '80s, and it's nearly here. Inspired by a concept shown in 2012, the Urus will be a super-SUV with neck-snapping turbo power and head-turning style.
Expert gamer Rudy van Buren has just become a simulator driver for the McLaren F1 team after seeing off 30,000 rival contestants. It's a dream come true for the Dutchman, who had to quit a promising racing career nine years ago.
The 2019 Infiniti QX50 sports a new VC-Turbo engine that can vary its compression ratio. Infiniti says this increases fuel efficiency without sacrificing power. That sounds like a pretty good deal to us.
Think your car is fast? If it's not on this list, then it isn't one of the fastest cars in the world. From wind-cheating bodywork to powerful engines, these cars were designed for the singular pursuit of speed -- and it shows.
Engine swaps get boring after a while, so a Swedish enthusiast dropped a diesel V12 from a tank in a classic Volvo PV544. The 520-horsepower build sits on a custom-made frame that's about 20 feet long.
We sat down with Jaguar Land Rover designer Ian Callum and David Larsen, General Manager for Product Management for Jaguar Land Rover North America and asked where the brand is headed, and what we can expect to see.
Mercedes-Benz is letting us look inside the next-generation A-Class well ahead of the model's debut, and we like what we see. The design-oriented cabin looks modern, sporty, and luxurious at the same time.
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of it. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick and dirty list of the top tech stories from this week.
New bristle-wielding devices are autonomously rolling themselves around Walmart stores, cleaning up after customers and employees. It's part of Walmart's continued introduction of high-tech into its stores.
Got millions to burn? Want to soar above all your peers? Check out our roundup of the most expensive helicopters money can buy, whether you're looking for 20-seat capacity or simply a vibration-nullifying experience.
A new update for Gran Turismo Sport will allow players to experience the campaign mode offline, for the most part. A new single-player GT League mode will also be arriving in December.
The new Aston Martin Vantage GTE race car was developed concurrently with the freshly unveiled Vantage road car. That means it will be ready to take over for its race-winning predecessor next year.
Are you a fan of late 1960s Jaguar 420 sedans, or just like classic cars? Carbon Motors just released pictures of its latest build, a 1969 car that underwent a full-scale restoration.
Building cars that pollute less isn't only about reducing carbon dioxide. Thirsty-two percent of driving-related emissions come from brake and tires, and the brand-new Bosch iDisc aims to slash that figure using a new type of coating.
Uber has disclosed a massive data breach from more than a year ago. The company paid hackers a massive $100,000 to keep quiet about the hack. According to Uber, 57 million customers were affected by the breach.
One adventurous Canadian company wants to help you live out your Mario Kart fantasies at Niagara Speedway, a go-kart track in the heart of Niagara Falls.
The 2019 Lincoln MKC gets a revised front fascia with Lincoln's new signature grille, as well as standard Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Wi-Fi. Lincoln dealers will also pick it up for free and drop off a loaner car when needed.
The reinvention of Aston Martin continues with an updated "entry-level" model. The new Aston Martin Vantage features futuristic styling, more tech, and Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo V8 power.
