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What’s New for February 2012: Gallery

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

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What’s New for February 2012: Gallery

Better Broncos, French-Canadian carnivals, and lightweight cyclocross racers are among February's best offerings.

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The Crossover Question: Range Rover’s Evoque or BMW’s X3?

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

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The Crossover Question: Range Rover’s Evoque or BMW’s X3?

Should you go for the muscle-bound German or the whimsical Brit? The choice is yours — and yours alone.

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The 2012 VW Beetle

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

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The 2012 VW Beetle

VW butched up its Beetle to shed the chick-car image, but a car this great should sell itself.

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Elon Musk’s Risky Business

Thursday, December 1, 2011

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Elon Musk’s Risky Business

How America’s boldest entrepreneur doubled down on his dreams — of rockets and electric cars — and nearly lost them all.

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The Wrangler Rejuvenated

Monday, November 28, 2011

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The Wrangler Rejuvenated

Jeep’s favorite son has changed little in 60 years. But the 2012 upgrade is so undeniable — more power, better mileage, all the same off-road tenacity — even the purists are happy.

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Tony Stewart Captures the NASCAR Championship

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

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Tony Stewart Captures the NASCAR Championship

We caught up with the Sprint Cup Series Champion at the tail end of his media tour and heard his thoughts on winning, losing, and celebrating championships Las Vegas style.

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Test Drive: 2012 Volkswagen Passat

Friday, November 18, 2011

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Test Drive: 2012 Volkswagen Passat

VW goes for the top of the charts with the all-new 2012 Passat, an understated ride that feels like an expensive luxury car.

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Driven: The Chevrolet Camaro SS

Friday, May 7, 2010

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Driven: The Chevrolet Camaro SS

The Camaro began as a stylish response to the Mustang, then evolved into every redneck’s dream ride. Now GM has wiped off the tobacco juice and turned it into the most sophisticated muscle car ever.

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No Roads Necessary

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

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No Roads Necessary

Bright orange paint, massive knobby tires, and a suspension designed for getting big air off sand dunes: The Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is built from every little boy’s dreams.

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Your Perfect Weekend, January 8-10

Thursday, January 7, 2010

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Your Perfect Weekend, January 8-10

In many ways, 2009 was a disappointing year. This weekend is an opportunity to put your own stamp on the past. Get amped for the Vancouver Olympics by celebrating the the fiftieth anniversary of the 1960 games at Squaw Valley, celebrate the 75th birthday of the king of rock n' roll by kicking up your blue-suede shoes in Memphis, or see the newest steel on four-wheels as Detroit revs up for the North American International Auto Show.

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Your Perfect Weekend, December 4-6

Thursday, December 3, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend, December 4-6

December has arrived, and with 2009 winding down, now is the perfect time for an adventure. This weekend join the pack by dog sledding the snowy flats in northern Minnesota, tour one of the premier arts festivals in sunny Miami, or check out the future of cars at the LA Auto Show.

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Jay Leno’s Time Machines

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

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Jay Leno’s Time Machines

Welcome to an alternate dimension populated by automotive peculiarities and mechanical oddities, where vehicles are powered by turbines and tank engines. This is Jay Leno’s world, and he’ll be your guide.

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Coming Soon: The Volvo S60

Friday, November 13, 2009

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Coming Soon: The Volvo S60

Car companies like to draw out the introduction of new vehicles, parsimoniously releasing detail shots over a few weeks until finally pulling off the wraps. Volvo chose a more creative tack: it asked Turkish artist Eşref Armağan, blind since birth, to paint the upcoming S60 sedan.

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Style & Design 2009: Speed

Friday, August 21, 2009

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Style & Design 2009: Speed

We advise buckling up—and wiping the drool off your chin—if you plan on taking one of these eight perfect vehicles for a spin.

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The Governator Drives the Ronn Scorpion, and We Helped

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

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The Governator Drives the Ronn Scorpion, and We Helped

California's Governor Schwarzenegger asks to drive the hydrogen-making supercar after reading our review.

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