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2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe: More Power, More Style, More Seats

Two extra seats plus two more driven wheels and a significant visual refresh equates to what should be a world-class experience.

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The Spectre Is A Rolls-Royce First An EV Second

What Rolls-Royce clients will look for in the Spectre might have more to do with the car’s “Rolls-Royce-ness” rather than its “EV-ness”

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Exclusive: How GRIDLIFE Is Revamping The Racing Scene For Everyone

Check your ego at the door, GRIDLIFE ramps up the car and motorsports scene to celebrate everything on four wheels, and everyone is invited.

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Exclusive Interview: Putnam's CEO Steven Posner On How You Can Drive A Supercar

We discussed the exotic car market, the future of hypercars, classic cars, and how people can afford to own them.

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Japan’s Most Famous Racetrack Now Hosts An Incredible Collection Of Race Cars

The Fuji Motorsports Museum opened its doors right next to the Fuji Speedway racetrack, and HotCars was there

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Exclusive Interview: The Donkmaster On His Career And The 1973 Chevy Caprice For "They Cloned Tyrone"

We spoke with the Donkmaster Sage Thomas about his past, In & Out Customs, and custom cars for Hollywood and celebrities.

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Exclusive Interview: How Aptera’s Co-Founder Plans On Making A Cheap 4.0-second EV

EV startup Aptera aims for up to 1,000 miles of range and a 0-60 time of 4.0 seconds

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Driving Diablo: This Lamborghini Is Just Getting Better With Age

The underappreciated Diablo is far more enjoyable to drive than the Countach yet significantly more engaging than its own successor, the Murcielago.

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Exclusive: Papa Roach Lead Guitarist Jerry Horton On Why He Switched From A Viper To A Porsche

Jerry Horton talks to HotCars about his love of rock and racetracks...and why he'd rather drive a slow car fast, than a fast car slow.

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We Drove The New Nissan Z On “Japan’s Nürbürgring:” Here’s What We Learned

HotCars took the new 2023 Nissan Z to "Japan's Nürburgring," the Hakone Turnpike. Here's what we learned driving the Z on this iconic Japanese road.

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We Took The Ford F-150 Raptor R Off-Roading: Here's Why We Love It

Ford finally dropped a 700hp supercharged V8 in the F-150 Raptor, and it can truly take on the brutal Ram TRX.

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2023 Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance First Drive Review: Big Torque And Big Luxury

Big power mixed with big luxury as only the Mercedes-AMG S 63 can. 

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Exclusive Interview: Gil Dezer Discusses The Bentley Residences And How You Can Live With Your Car In Your Condo

Gil Dezer tells us about the Dezervator, the luxury car elevator he created that pulls your vehicle right to your condo in the sky.

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How 100 Liberty Walk Cars Took Over A Car Show In A Matter Of Minutes

100 Liberty Walk cars took over a car show at Fuji Speedway, proving that this is Liberty Walk’s world and we just happen to be living in it.

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Bargain EV Hunting: Buying A High Mileage Tesla On A Budget

Andrew recently bought one of the cheapest used Tesla Model 3's in the country. It's fast, cool, and equipped with FSD.

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2023 Maserati Grecale Modena Review: All-New Luxury SUV To Shake Up The Segment

The all-new Italian SUV makes some waves with different engine options, completely new interior, and a high-end MSRP.

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2024 Aston Martin DB12: An Exclusive Look At The World's First Super Tourer

See the V8-powered DB11 successor up close from every angle, as the British luxury car looks to redefine today's GT.

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Exclusive: Behind The Scenes At The General Motors EV Live Studio Where You Can Learn About The Electric Lifestyle

GM is selling the EV lifestyle before selling EVs, and we got a rare glimpse behind the curtain of how they are doing it, their EV Live Studio.

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From Le Mans To F1, Here Are Some Of Japan’s Most Iconic Race Cars and Engines

A unique selection of Toyota, Nissan and Honda's Formula 1, Group C, and IndyCar race cars, exclusively displayed at Fuji Speedway for MotorFan Festa.

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Exclusive: 5,000 HP GT-R Owner, Drag Racer, John Odom Talks About His Love For Godzilla And What's Next For His Discovery Channel Show

Drag racing a 5,000 HP GT-R, John Odom has come to fame on Discovery's show Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings. We chat GT-R passion and life on the show.

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