Dad lets six-year-old ride a Harley in the desert
When it comes to kids and motoring, you can argue that it’s generally better to start them young and start them early. But six years old? On a Harley? This might be taking things a wee bit too far. A...
View ArticleInfiniti Q50 Eau Rouge rumoured to hit production
With its sights set on BMW’s M and Mercedes’ AMG performance divisions, Infiniti has reportedly green-lit the Q50 Eau Rouge for production. Up to this point, Infiniti said the possibility of the Q50...
View ArticleAmid fanfare, Lincoln brand launches in China
It’s not often that an automaker gets an opportunity for a completely fresh start. And it’s especially rare and seemingly contradictory that an automaker as established as Lincoln can have a chance at...
View ArticleThe coolest automotive Easter eggs on Google Street View
Google Street View is something of a saviour for those who are prone to getting lost, but beyond its well-intended efforts to help the directionally challenged, Street View has its fair share of Easter...
View ArticleGM restructures engineering staff in response to ignition switch recall
General Motors is adding 35 product safety investigators as part of a larger restructuring of its engineering operations in response to a massive safety recall. GM said Tuesday that the new...
View ArticleThe top 10 largest automakers in the world
If you think the automobile as we know it is going away anytime soon, think again. 2013 marked the first year ever new vehicle sales around the world topped 84 million. Led by China, with more than 21...
View ArticleTesla paid CEO Elon Musk under $70,000 last year
Elon Musk, chief executive of Tesla Motors and one of the wealthiest U.S. entrepreneurs, saw his take-home pay from the automaker plunge to less than US$70,000 last year, following a 2012 surge in his...
View ArticleSix sporty SUVs that combine practicality and fun
The age of clunky, ponderous SUVs was not that long ago, and the progress automakers have made in making their people haulers feel less bus-like is astounding. There is a whole crop of SUVs that prove...
View ArticleNissan Sport Sedan Concept expected to mirror next-gen Maxima
First seen at the North American International Auto Show earlier this year, Nissan North America CEO Jose Munoz says little will be lost when the Sport Sedan Concept hits production as the...
View Article2015 Scion FR-S could receive suspension upgrades
The Toyota GT-86, Scion FR-S and Subaru BRZ triplets are still some of the most engaging and affordable driver’s cars, but things might get spiced for 2015. For 2015, Toyota says it has fitted...
View ArticleWeekly Roundup: New reviews and most popular stories
Most popular stories: 5. Right for the times: Looking back at the unpopular Mustang II Although not as iconic as the first Mustang, the second-generation model was more successful and is much harder to...
View ArticleLincoln MKX concept SUV unveiled in Beijing
Lincoln is coming to China for fall 2014, and in addition to hosting a launch event in Beijing, the automaker also debuted a concept car outside the U.S. for the first time. Visitors to the Beijing...
View ArticleLamborghini Urus to be built in Volkswagen’s Slovakia plant
Lamborghini’s upcoming SUV, the Urus, will be built at Volkswagen’s Slovakia plant once 2017 rolls around. According to a new report out of Automotive News, the Urus will be underpinned by a modified...
View ArticleHonda Accord Hybrid wins 2014 Canadian Green Car of the Year award
The Honda Accord Hybrid has been named the Canadian Green Car of the Year for 2014. Presented at the Green Living Show in Toronto, the Accord beat out five other finalists vying for the award,...
View ArticleGoldenport Motor Park helps cultivate car culture in China
BEIJING — Goldenport Motor Park in China is more than just a racetrack. It’s a lot more like an automotive resort. Goldenport opened in 2000 and features an off-road park, a 2.4-kilometre race...
View ArticleBMW recalls 156,000 cars and SUVs to fix problem that can cause engine stalling
DETROIT — BMW is recalling more than 156,000 cars and SUVs in the U.S. because the engines can lose power or stall. The recall covers multiple models from 2010 through 2012. It includes some 128i,...
View ArticleRockyview Motorsports Park could begin construction next year
Rockyview Motorsports Park, a much-needed road course and training facility to replace Calgary’s defunct Race City, could soon be under construction. A four kilometre European-style track and driver...
View ArticleRoad test: 2014 Pagani Huayra
AUTODROMO MODENA, ITALY — It’s hard to know where to begin. Do I start with some pithy comment detailing Horacio Pagani’s melding of art and aerospace technology, the Argentine-born Italian’s blend of...
View ArticleMazda considering turbo-four, SkyActiv V6 for upcoming CX-9
Mazda’s new SkyActiv powertrains have focused on four-cylinder engines so far, but that could change with the next-generation CX-9 SUV. According to a new report, Mazda executives are weighing two...
View ArticleLucky 7-year-old Lamborghini fan gets best birthday surprise ever
For my 7th birthday, my mom rented an inflatable jumpy castle for me and all my friends. I was delighted. After watching this video, however, I am now slightly jealous and my mother will have to answer...
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