Auto Aerobics: Hyperrealistic Images of Outrageously Weird Cars

Auto Aerobics: Hyperrealistic Images of Outrageously Weird Cars

Sure, CGI is responsible for making us all visually cynical. But it’s also enabled projects like this one: a weird—and weirdly poetic—ode to the Pontiac by digital artist Chris LaBrooy.

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2015 Subaru WRX debuts with 2.0L 268hp engine

Subaru has officially unveiled the latest version of its popular sports car called the WRX. The 2015 WRX made its official debut this week at the LA Auto Show and brings with it a new engine. Subaru says that the 2015 WRX offers improved performance compared to the outgoing model. The 2015 WRX will use […]

Hyundai to launch hydrogen fuel cell Tucson EV in Spring 2014

One of the technologies that several automakers have been working on as an alternative to traditional fossil-fueled vehicles is fuel cell technology. Hydrogen fuel cells are able to produce electricity to drive electric vehicles without producing emissions other than water. Hyundai has announced that it will be offering a hydrogen fuel cell version of the […]

Hyundai unveils Veloster Turbo R-Spec

Hyundai has announced the addition of another compact sporty version of the Veloster Turbo to its lineup. The car is called the Veloster Turbo R-Spec. The same 1.6L direct-injection turbocharged engine that other Veloster Turbo models use will power the car. The R-spec model will get some unique design cues. On the outside, the R-Spec […]

Nissan’s new NISMO performance lineup rolls out at LA Auto Show

In time for this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show, Nissan is, for the first time, showing the North American audience its brand new line of sports-level performance cars. From an ultra powerful sportscar to a highly advanced compact, these three new cars take years of NISMO motorsports experience and puts them on the racetrack or […]

Porsche Macan compact SUV revealed

Porsche has revealed its new 2015 Macan, taking on premium compact SUVs like Range Rover’s Evoque and hoping to continue the success of its larger Cayenne sibling. Shown off at the LA Auto Show today, the new Macan will be priced from $49,900 for the entry-level car, though Porsche will also offer the Macan Turbo, […]

What Happens When F1 Car Designers Build Architectural Models

What Happens When F1 Car Designers Build Architectural Models

Gizmodo EIC Geoff Manaugh and U.K. architects Smout Allen tapped an unlikely source to help create their new exhibition in London: Williams F1. But, in this case, the engineers at Williams weren’t building the advanced race cars they’re well-known for—they were 3D-printing the parts for an intricate model of an experimental energy storage park.

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Cadillac ELR first-drive – Tesla gets competition

The Cadillac ELR is an important car for quite a few big reasons. Cadillac itself admits it has been playing catch-up in the luxury sedan market, pitching the ATS and CTS as more virile US alternatives to the typical options from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi, but with the electrified ELR it’s finally an opportunity to […]

Chevy shows off 2015 Colorado mid-size truck

In years past, just about every automaker that offered a full size truck also offered a compact or mid-size truck. As the years passed and sales declined for that segment, some makers discontinued their small and mid-size trucks because the price and capability difference between the smaller trucks and full size units was minuscule and […]

Honda unveils new VTEC Turbo Engines up to 2.0L

Honda has been using VTEC technology in its naturally aspirated engines for a long time to help improve performance and efficiency. The company has now announced the introduction of three new VTEC Turbo engines as part of its Earth Dreams Technology range. The engines are available in 1.0L, 1.5L, and 2.0L displacements. Honda says that […]