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2021 Volkswagen ID.4 breaks cover with 250-mile range

Volkswagen unveiled the ID.4, a compact crossover that spearheads its electric car offensive in the United States. Developed with battery power in mind from the get-go, this Tiguan-sized model is offered with rear- or all-wheel drive, and it was deve…

2021 BMW M3 and M4 revealed with a standard manual and up to 503 horsepower

As we expected from the spy photos , both the 2021 BMW M3 sedan and the M4 coupe share the extra big grilles introduced on the new 4 Series. But if you can look past the controversial nose, the new M3 and M4 have a lot to offer those seeking a more tr…

2021 BMW M3 and M4 get even more flair with M Performance Parts

The 2021 BMW M3 and M4 are definitely tailored for those looking to make a splash wherever they go. However, the base car can already be made flashier with a full catalog of BMW M Performance Parts released alongside the sedan and coupe. Many of the …

2022 Tesla Model S Plaid coming with three motors and more than 1,100 horsepower

Remember those modified Tesla Model S prototypes lurking around the Nürburgring last year ? They looked significantly more mean than your typical Model S Performance. And now we know they didn't just look mean. The company announced during its "Batter…

Tesla stock gets a shock from Battery Day

Tesla faced a stock market reality check on Wednesday after a much hyped "Battery Day" event which Wall Street analysts judged chiefly for its omissions and hazy delivery deadlines. Investors had expected two big announcements from Chief Executive O…

2021 Ford Ranger XL gets STX Special Edition Package for more tech on the base truck

A new STX Special Edition Package is now available on the 2021 Ford Ranger in its base XL trim. It brings some appearance and tech extras to the cheap, base level Ranger that were previously reserved for the more expensive XLT trim. The package cost…

Does the Mercedes-AMG GT need more power? Not really, but it's getting it

Mercedes-AMG seemingly disagreed with us when we labeled the GT's 469-horsepower output "more than adequate," because it's injecting more 54 horses into the driveline for the 2021 model year. It's also expanding the list of standard and optional feat…

BMW M 1000 RR is the first M-branded motorcycle

Meet the BMW M 1000 RR. It's BMW's first M-branded motorcycle, and as such, it's chock full of the best bits and pieces the German manufacturer could scrounge up in an effort to meet its maximum two-wheeled on-track performance capabilities. It all a…

2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line revealed with subtly aggressive design

We've known for a while that there would be a 2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line. We've even driven it . But only now are we finally seeing the hopped up midsize sedan. And it looks fine. Don't get us wrong, it's still as handsome as any of the other Sonatas…

Geely's new EV platform will spawn new electric Volvo models

BEIJING — China's Zhejiang Geely Holding Group on Wednesday launched its first electric vehicle-focused platform to enable automakers to more efficiently roll out models for different purposes or markets. As the global auto industry pursues electric…

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What You Missed | Your Autoblog Daily Digest for September 23, 2020

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