Columbus, OH

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We've just driven the all-new 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance, and while its 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid powertrain's 671 horsepower impresses, the small-capacity engine simply does not stir our souls as the old V8 did. Despite numerous negative reactions to this mill, enthusiasts will be displeased to know that Affalterbach is already hard at work testing an all-electric replacement, as seen in new spy shots.

Mercedes-AMG C63's Electric Replacement Is Already Lapping The Nürburgring

Four-cylinder engines still don't have the same cachet as their bigger 6-and-8-cylinder siblings, but the auto industry is in love with them. Using a turbocharged 4-pot is an easy way to reach traditional 6- and 8-cylinder power while simultaneously reducing emissions. Although the 4-cylinder might never reach the iconic status of a V8, there are some impressive examples out there.

The Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Engine You Can Buy In 2024

We harboured faint hopes five years ago and wrote, "Perhaps one day it will be possible to get a Schwaben Wankel running again using technology from a 3D printer. Until then, C-111 fans can fall back on pictures and graphics of the engines." They can be found not only in...

The legendary Mercedes-Benz C 111 with Wankel is back

Carmel-by-the-sea, CA

Carmel, CA – The 2024 Bonhams|Cars Quail Auction is only one week away promising a sensational line-up ranging from modern hypercars to a plethora of good 'ole fashion American Muscle cars. Leading the lineup is a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Weissach, estimate $2,600,000 - $3,100,000, finished in PTS Oryx...

Hypercars To American Muscle, Counting Down To The Bonhams|Cars Quail Auction

Indianapolis, IN

A 1954 Mercedes-Benz W196 Streamliner valued between $50-70 million is among the historic cars set to be sold by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.

A 1954 Mercedes worth up to $70 million will be among legendary racing cars up for sale soon

If you own one of the following Ford or Lincoln vehicles with an outstanding safety recall for potentially faulty Takata-sourced airbag inflators, which could explode and send shrapnel throughout the interior, Ford has an advisory for you: Do not drive your car. Park it, immediately, then work on getting it repaired. The automaker issued a do-not-drive advisory to compel owners who've yet to bring their affected cars in for repairs to do so, taking the dramatic step as a way of showing those owners how serious it is.

750,000 Ford Owners Told to Stop Driving Their Cars, Trucks, and SUVs

Rimac has something up its sleeve. We’ve known as much for a couple weeks now as the company deleted all its Instagram posts and replaced them with teasers, but now we have something better: a spy shot. Sent from an anonymous reader, we know this mummy-wrapped supercar is a Rimac from the wheel center caps, and the headlights give it away as a Nevera. Our source provided only the single photo and no context except to say it was taken in Los Angeles, so safe bet is it’s on its way north to Monterey Car Week where all new supercars go to be seen. The question dividing our staff is whether the car pictured is a new model, a mid-cycle refresh of the Nevera, which has only been on sale a few years, or a special edition of some kind. It looks an awful lot like an updated Nevera, but Rimac could be going for a close familial resemblance between different cars the way McLaren does. Also like McLaren, it could package different cars around the same core structure and powertrain to appeal to different customers.

Exclusive! Spy Shot Shows Rimac Is Cooking Up a Wicked New Hypercar

Legendary sports seat manufacturer Recaro has filed for bankruptcy. The company was acquired by a private equity firm in 2020 and its collapse puts 215 jobs at risk. The separate aircraft seat and gaming chair divisions are unaffected by the collapse of the automotive business. Whether it’s a hot production...

You Better Sit Down For This, Recaro Has Filed For Bankruptcy

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

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The late actor/musician Ricky Nelson had been performing since almost the day he was born. Nelson's parents, Ozzie and Harriet Nelson were also talented and in the public eye. Together, the former band leader and vocalist wife, joined Ricky and their other son, David Nelson, to star in the TV sitcom, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.

The Tragic Death of Former Teen Idol Ricky Nelson of TV's Classic 'Ozzie and Harriet' Sitcom

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Parsippany-troy Hills, NJ

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With recent $8k recommissioning work, featuring a 2.5L inline-four engine, Saratoga Top sunroof, and 16″ Fuchs-style wheels. A pristine example of the classic 1984 Porsche 944 is now available for bidding on Bring a Trailer. Initially delivered to Herman + Miller Porsche-Audi in Parsippany, New Jersey, this car has recently undergone extensive recommissioning work, amounting to approximately $8,000, and now shows just 39,000 miles on the odometer. Finished in iconic Guards Red with black Porsche script cloth upholstery, this 944 offers a blend of vintage charm and reliable performance.

Well-Maintained 1984 Porsche 944 5-Speed Up for Auction on Bring a Trailer

There’s almost nothing better in life than shifting gears as you drive down a tight canyon road or make your way through the turns on a racetrack. The feeling of working the clutch and shifter as the engine reaches the redline in every gear is intoxicating, especially if you happen to be driving a fun sports car or sedan. Unfortunately, the manual transmission seems to be going the way of the dodo bird, and we wouldn’t be surprised if it becomes extinct in the next decade.

The Only American Cars You Can Still Buy With A Manual Transmission

After being forced to cancel recent tour performances, famed Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, who just turned 59, shared the tragic news that led to his decision:. The music legend took to social media on July 22, 2024, mentioning the death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight.

Legendary Rock Guitarist Slash Turns 59 and Cancels Tour Amid the Tragic Death of His Stepdaughter

Quincy, MA

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Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

Los Angeles, CA

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Plymouth, MA

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

GM recently dropped the details on the new 2025 C8 ZR1. As an engineer who has worked in both OEM development and aftermarket performance, I’m nothing short of impressed. I spent the last quarter-century bouncing between walking the aisles of the Performance Racing Industry show and releasing engine calibrations that have been driven by millions of unsuspecting users around the world. I have seen lots of 1,000-hp engines. I have had lots of engines go to production after passing emissions, durability, NVH, and safety standards. I haven’t seen very many that did both. Sure, there’s the Bugatti ($3 million and 1,200 hp), the Aston Martin Valkyrie ($3 million and 1,000 hp), and the Ferrari SF90 ($540,000 and 986 hp, combined), but all of these are about as available as unicorn tears to mere mortals. Engines like the Hellephant make over 1,000 hp but have zero chance of passing emissions, so they’ll never be offered in legal roadgoing cars. What we have in the ZR1 is a real accomplishment, and a point where my two worlds seem to have collided.

What Makes the New Corvette ZR1's Engine So Powerful? An Engineer Explains

Montana State

While Cadillac’s latest Escalade boasts a futuristic interior and other innovations, owners of previous models are still finding ways to personalize their SUVs. One such example is a Montana-based Escalade-V that has undergone a dramatic transformation. Dressed in an all-black exterior with privacy windows, the SUV’s only bright spots...

Montana’s Cadillac Escalade-V: A Blacked-Out Luxury SUV with 30-Inch Forgiato Wheels and 682HP V8 Engine Transformation

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

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Wonder What It’s Like to Drive a 100-Year-Old Race Car? Mercedes Let Us Find Out. Gulp.

It’s an elemental thing, the 2.0-liter Mercedes-Benz Targa Florio. You’re out in the wind, the exhaust snarling at your right elbow, the smell of oil on...

Wonder What It’s Like to Drive a 100-Year-Old Race Car? Mercedes Let Us Find Out. Gulp.

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