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Aug
02
2021
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By Troy Warren
Amazon Partners with Mercedes-Benz and Camila Cabello on ‘Cinderella’ Campaign (Exclusive)

Amazon Partners with Mercedes-Benz and Camila Cabello on ‘Cinderella’ Campaign (Exclusive)

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BY JON ALAIN GUZIK | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT The singer and actress stars in a TV ad for the luxury auto maker, while the film's Billy Porter will unveil a glittering orange-and-gold custom Maybach. “It was one of the most fun experiences of my life. Growing up I was always a huge princess fan. I love that this version is funny and empowered.” singer and actress Camila Cabello tells THR in an exclusive interview about what it was like to step into the iconic role of Cinderella, which will be released on Amazon Prime Video on September 3. While Cinderella may have started off originally as…
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Aug
01
2021
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Ford Moving toward Build-to-Order, Away from Packed Dealer Lots

Ford Moving toward Build-to-Order, Away from Packed Dealer Lots

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BY SEBASTIAN BLANCO | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT 'I know we're wasting money on incentives,' says CEO Jim Farley, acknowledging the way people buy cars and trucks is changing. The pandemic and the resulting chip shortage have changed how Americans buy cars, and Ford thinks that a build-to-order process is the right way to go moving forward. To help sell cars online, Ford recently introduced Ford Express Buy for the Mustang Mach-E and Ford Blue Advantage for used cars and other digital options. CEO Jim Farley, quoted by Reuters, said he knows Ford is wasting money on incentives, which is less of a problem when…
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Jul
31
2021
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2022 Chevy COPO Camaro Revealed with 9.4-Liter, 572-Cubic-Inch V-8

2022 Chevy COPO Camaro Revealed with 9.4-Liter, 572-Cubic-Inch V-8

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BY CALEB MILLER | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT Chevy has released the latest version of its drag-racing special, fitting it with either a colossal 572-cubic-inch big block V-8 or smaller, but still large, LS-based motors. The Chevy COPO Camaro, a dedicated drag-racing special, returns for the 2022 model year and will be offered with three engines. A 572-cubic-inch (9.4-liter) big block V-8 is available, along with two small block V-8s, a 580-hp 350-cubic-inch (5.7-liter) unit and a 470-hp 427-cubic-inch (7.0-liter) motor. The 572 option starts at $105,500, while the naturally aspirated 427 will cost $117,500 and the supercharged 350 will set…
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Jul
30
2021
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Tested: 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST Is All about the Engine

Tested: 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST Is All about the Engine

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BY EZRA DYER | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT A 420-hp 6.2-liter V-8 helps the Chevy Silverado keep up. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was new for 2019, but in the crucible of full-size-truck competition, it feels like it's been around for far longer than that. Ram is out there with an air suspension and a million-dollar interior, while Ford will sell you a hybrid F-150 that can run your house as a backup generator. The redesigned Silverado introduced some interesting new powertrains—a diesel V-6 that's EPA rated as high as 33 mpg highway and a turbocharged four-cylinder that will tow 9600 pounds—but most Silverados are…
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Jul
30
2021
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2021 Mercedes-Benz S580 review: The benchmark once again

2021 Mercedes-Benz S580 review: The benchmark once again

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Andrew Krok | CNET.Com Troy Warren for CNT Every large luxury car gets compared to the S-Class, and for good reason. Imagine the pressure of making a new Mercedes-Benz S-Class. This car is supposed to be the peak of Everest for buyers who want a full-fat luxury car, and every successive generation should add more to the pile without forgetting its raison d'être, which means there's a lot riding on every new model. All that hard work has paid off, though, because the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an absolute banger, once again setting the standard for all other luxury cars.…
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Jul
29
2021
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2022 Land Rover Defender Trophy Edition Includes Entry to Off-Road Competition

2022 Land Rover Defender Trophy Edition Includes Entry to Off-Road Competition

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BY CONNOR HOFFMAN | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT Limited to 220 units, the special edition comes with an invite to the Land Rover U.S. Trophy Competition in North Carolina this fall. The 2022 Land Rover Defender Trophy Edition is limited to 220 units, and buyers get the chance to enter in an off-road competition in North Carolina this fall.  It's based on the Defender 110 P400 X-Dynamic SE, and comes with all kinds of off-road goodies such as all-terrain tires, air springs, a roof rack, and a deployable ladder.  Orders open next month starting at $91,350.  Land Rover is hosting an off-road competition…
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Jul
29
2021
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Jeep Gladiator Gains the Wrangler’s Gecko Green Paint

Jeep Gladiator Gains the Wrangler’s Gecko Green Paint

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BY CALEB MILLER | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT The bold color, a limited-run option available on the Wrangler since the spring, can now be ordered on the Gladiator until October. Jeep is adding Gecko as a paint option for the Gladiator, with the color available for special order until early October for an additional $245. The color was initially offered on the Wrangler starting in the spring, with the order books for Gecko Wranglers closing in August. Jeep is also adding a Gorilla Glass windshield across the Wrangler and Gladiator ranges, with the more durable windshield costing an extra $95. The Jeep Wrangler is one of the…
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Jul
28
2021
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2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid: Electrified Opulence

2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid: Electrified Opulence

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BY MIKE DUFF | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT Bentley has already said that its future will be fully electric as soon as 2030. But the British brand's first electrified product, the new Bentayga hybrid SUV, is a rather small first step toward that goal, one that smoothly combines a modest amount of electric power and range with a turbocharged V-6 that runs on old-fashioned liquid hydrocarbons. Despite its name, the Bentayga hybrid is actually a plug-in. It employs a 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with a 126-hp electric motor sandwiched between the engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Combined output is 443 horsepower and 516…
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Jul
26
2021
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Los Angeles: Fisker Ocean Electric SUV Will Debut in November at LA Auto Show

Los Angeles: Fisker Ocean Electric SUV Will Debut in November at LA Auto Show

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BY JAY RAMEY | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for LosAngelesNewsAndTalk.Com The long-promised Ocean SUV is slated for production next year, with Fisker planning to open brand centers beforehand. The Fisker Ocean SUV will be revealed at the Los Angeles auto show in November, ahead of the start of production in 2022. The battery-electric SUV will start at $37,499, promising a range of 300 miles in addition to features like a solar roof. Fisker plans to open brand experience centers in a number of major cities in 2022, ahead of the start of production. Henrik Fisker's EV startup will bring a production version of the battery-electric…
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Jul
25
2021
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These Vehicles Are Dead for 2022

These Vehicles Are Dead for 2022

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BY AUSTIN IRWIN | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT Say goodbye to the Toyota Land Cruiser, Hyundai Veloster, and Volkswagen Passat. Last year brought the end to more than 20 vehicles. Halfway into 2021, automakers have already announced nine models headed toward indefinite retirement for the 2022 model year. Some, like the Volvo V60 and V90 wagons, will see parts of themselves live on. And arguably the best version of Hyundai's Veloster will continue. Others, like the Volkswagen Passat and Honda Clarity are getting booted to make room for more electrified lineups in the future. We'll keep this list updated as more…
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