Performance Vehicles (Page 124)

The V8 powered Lexus RC F and its RC 200t and RC 350 counterparts are being modified by many owners.

How does Patrik Sandell prepare for his new challenge in the Subaru WRX STI Global Rallycross car? It’s a bit unconventional.

After discussing how the all-electric Chevrolet Corvette Z06 named the Genovation GXE hit a whopping 209 miles per hour last week – making it the fastest road-going electric vehicle in the world – the company behind that record-setting EV announced that the run was made on carbon fiber wheels which will also be included on their production models.

A new set of spy shots showing what is reported to be a Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk test mule has surfaced and in addition to a restyled rear fascia, it also appears as though this high performance SUV has a towing hitch assembly – suggesting that it might be able to pull a trailer with Hellcat power.

The John Force Racing team scored its first win of the 2017 NHRA season this past weekend as John Force drove his Peak Antifreeze Chevrolet Camaro funny car to the winner’s circle at the Gatornationals – racing to the win after qualifying in the top spot.

An owner of a gorgeous Plum Crazy 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has made a short video detailing the real world performance differences between the red key and the black key – essentially showing us the difference between 707hp and 500hp in a 50-100mpg run.

When the electrified 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid rolls on to show room floors in early April, it will be the most powerful and fuel efficient SUV ever produced by Acura.

Mark Higgins launches a 2017 Subaru WRX STI down an Olympic Bobsled run in Switzerland. Watch the Subaru WRX STI vs an Olympic Bobsled Run video. Who wins?

The newest automotive sweepstakes from the Dream Giveaway has been announced and for 2017, buying a $3 ticket could net you a fully restored and customized 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS, a Lingenfelter-modified 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and $35,000 in cash.

Subaru just reached 500,000 EyeSight units sold in their home country of Japan. But very few Subaru WRX buyers are opting for the optional safety system.

We get a great many questions about the future availability of something like the old Ford F150 SVT Lightning or the Ram 1500 SRT10, but in the absence of a true high performance sport truck intended for on-road performance, the current Ram 1500 Express offers the most bang-for-your-buck in a small half ton pickup.

Ford Motor Company announced today that the 2018 Ford Mustang and 2018 Ford F150 will both feature a new Nighttime Pedestrian Detection system which can apply the brakes in the event of an imminent collision with a person on foot – a feature which Ford says will reduce driver stress at night.

General Motors announced yesterday that they will be adding 220 jobs at their Romulus Powertrain Plant to build the new 10-speed automatic transmission which will be found in the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 and other future models.

The 2017 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring Car completes a shakedown at Fuji Speedway, and it gets significant improvements in 3 areas. Will they help Subaru win again?

The folks at Genovation recently headed back to the track with their all-electric Corvette GXE and this time out, they were able to beat their previous record of 205.6 miles per hour- hitting a whopping 209mph and setting a new record for the world’s fastest street-legal EV.

Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer has some big ideas for the Lagonda brand, a marque that was recently revived in 2015 with the limited run Lagonda Taraf sedan.

Ford Motor Company has issued a compliance recall for the 2017 Mustang over a concern that the driver’s side door handle assembly might not be correctly installed – increasing the chances of the door swinging open in the event of an accident and increasing the likelihood of injury.

Mazda Miata Sales Leap 46% - Here's How the New 2017 Model Made It Happen.

The customized Dodge Charger shown above was driven by both Paul Walker and Vin Diesel in the Fast and Furious movie series, and tomorrow it will be sold at the Manheim Xtreme Spring Auction in Pennsylvania – although this isn’t quite the classic Mopar collectable that it appears to be in the movie.

One automaker that has seem to escape from the SUV craze is Ferrari. Previously, Ferrari CEO Sergio Marchionne said "uou have to shoot me first," when asked about this last year. But it seems there is a slight change of heart.

The Ford Focus RS officially went on sale in the US last summer, marking the first time that the RS name has been offered here in the States and since becoming available, Ford has sold more than 3,500 examples of the all-wheel drive, turbocharged hot hatch.

Although the Dodge brand isn’t technically offered in Europe, the Hellcat Challenger and Hellcat Charger are both on display at the ongoing 2017 Geneva Motor Show – allowing the Mopar muscle cars to flex their muscles with help from the European importer responsible for bringing these beasts from the USA.

There has been lots of discussion about new engines coming to the Chevrolet Corvette lineup in the form of new, high performance models, but there is an outside possibility that the Stingray could get a new engine before it gets a new look – albeit a long shot.

March 12th is an important date in Ferrari's history.

Toyota announces a new 2017 860 Special Edition Coupe. It’s exclusive, but how special is it?

A recent study finds it’s smarter to buy a new 2017 Subaru WRX, not a one year old model. What other gripping data did the study find?

The BMW M2 scores Automobile’s All-Star award. There’s three attributes that make it a grin-inducing package.

The Ford Mustang is the bestselling sports car in China, but the Motor Company is working to make it even more attractive to local buyers – introducing a new version of their SYNC 3 infotainment system specifically for the Chinese market.

A new batch of rumors on the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro Z28 have cropped up, this time focusing on the discussions late last year on the LT5 engine which could soon power the Corvette – or the new Camaro Z28 could use an all-new engine design to dominate the road course.

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk offers the greatest off-roading capabilities in the model lineup, a cabin loaded with premium features and room for five for under $50,000 – making it one of the best options on the market for someone shopping for a luxury SUV that can be taken off-road with confidence.