Shane McGlaun

Tesla has announced a lower price of entry for Model X SUV hopefuls that might help to spur interest in its cool electric SUV. The entry-price for a Model X 60D is $74,000, a discount of $9,000 compared to the next model up in the line. That $9,000 price cut does mean that you give up some driving … [Read more...] about Tesla Adds Model X 60D to Range

Normally, when truck shoppers are looking for a vehicle that has oodles of torque, they opt for a diesel. However, Ford has announced that its 2017 F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 packs the most torque in its class at an impressive 470 lb-ft. The horsepower figure to go along with that torque number … [Read more...] about 2017 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost Packs 470 lb-ft Torque

When most people think of an electric vehicle, the name that comes to mind is Tesla. The challenge for Tesla is building as many cars as they need to meet demand for popular new models like the Model 3 EV. Mercedes wants to challenge Tesla and one of the big factors in its favor is the fact that it … [Read more...] about Mercedes EV Promises 500km Driving Range

Someone is doing the ultimate engine swap on a Toyota 86, the Subaru BRZ clone. This isn't the standard Chevy LS engine swap, mind you. This GT 86 is getting the heart of an Italian exotic under its hood. You heard that right; the engine being swapped into the 86 is a V8 out of a Ferrari 458. The … [Read more...] about Toyota 86 Gets filled with Ferrari V8

In March of this year, we talked a bit about the announcement by Jaguar that it planned to build a few continuation cars of one of its most iconic models- the XKSS. Jaguar has now announced that the world debut of the XKSS will happen in November in California. The presentation of the car will … [Read more...] about Jaguar XKSS Continuation Cars to Debut in November

Ford is talking up the colors that it will offer on the 2017 Ford GT. There will be eight different hues available, and drivers can even choose the color for the brake calipers. Ford plans to make 250 GTs for 2017, and those lucky enough to win the right to buy one will have a variety of classic … [Read more...] about Ford Talks Colors for 2017 Ford GT

There is a furniture store in my town that holds a going out of business sale at least once per year. I guess the thought of getting a deal on the last of something is appealing to buyers. It turns out that it is appealing to folks who like the Dodge Viper as well. Not too long ago, I talked a … [Read more...] about All Special Edition Dodge Vipers are Sold

When is it ok for a massive ship to pull up at a dock and disgorge hundreds of spiders? When they are Fiat Spiders, that's when. The first shipment of the Mazda MX-5 siblings has landed on US shores, meaning that the cars will be at dealerships next week. The 2017 Fiat Spider I am interested in is … [Read more...] about 2017 Fiat Spiders Land in the US for the first Time

A Swiss firm called Kyburz has unveiled a very cool electric car that looks sort of like a cross between an Ariel Atom and a go-kart. The vehicle is called the eRod, and it is powered by an electric drivetrain for green driving fun. It’s offered in three different power levels, ranging from a basic … [Read more...] about Kyburz eRod is an Electric Go Kart for the street

One of the coolest things about the Tesla EVs on the market today has nothing to do with the cars themselves, but with the fast charge network, Tesla has installed in parts of the country. The Supercharger network makes for faster charging to allow Tesla owners to travel all around the country … [Read more...] about Tesla and Sheetz gas stations may Partner for EV Charge Stations

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, often referred to as "The Race to the Clouds," is held annually in Colorado, attracting fans and drivers from all around the world. This prestigious event, which has been running since 1916, challenges drivers with its grueling course and high-altitude … [Read more...] about Modified Tesla Model S Sets EV Record at Pikes Peak

Mercedes-AMG is rolling out another version of the slick GT sports car to slot into the line along with the GT S and the GT R versions. The good news here is that the new AMG GT is significantly cheaper than the other models, but by no means an affordable car. The AMG GT starts at $112,125 and will … [Read more...] about Mercedes AMG GT is an Entry Level Exotic with $20,000 Discount