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In the Northern frozen wastes, four-wheel-drive vehicles are quite popular: since they can cross obstacles that would stump a simpler FWD vehicle, they usually handle winter quite well. Toyota recently unveiled an all-wheel-drive version of its Prius hybrid: sold in Japan and just arriving in dealerships, this version uses an …

Each year, WardsAuto compiles its list of 10 significant engines; the 2016 selection has just been unveiled. To be part of the candidates, there were a few criteria: the engine had to be new or significantly improved for 2016 OR have received a nomination from WardsAuto last year. The vehicle …

In a recent interview, one of Lamborghini’s high-ranking executives went on record saying that there was little to no chance of ever seeing a factory-backed 2WD Aventador… and the reason might surprise you. According to him, the 691-horsepower V12 is simply too powerful to be harnessed by two wheels; I …

Hyundai will soon unveil a "world-first" alternative-fuel vehicle that offers the choice of three electrified powertrains in a single platform. Set to debut in early 2016, the IONIQ will be available with electric, plug-in hybrid, or hybrid powertrains, which the automaker claims is "the first car from any manufacturer" to …

The newest addition to the Buick lineup, the Buick Envision, will feature the brand's first Active Twin Clutch all-wheel-drive system when it arrives in showrooms in 2016. Launched exclusively in China earlier this year, the Buick Envision is set to go on sale in North America some time next year, …

In the past, Volkswagen’s vans were the typical hippie vehicle, with a simple drivetrain, generous interior room and frugal engines. They had a reputation as being "ideal to enjoy the good life." Today however, it seems as though the technology fans are about to get a taste of the Microbus; …

Parallel to building sumptuous cars, Bugatti is also hard at work on a beautiful yacht. Next spring, the brand will have not one, but two new products; while the Chiron will explore the roads, the Niniette will roam the seas… While the Chiron is crucial for the brand, its nautical …

The Lotus Elise is one of the oldest models on the market: it has been launched in 2001, and shows no sign of being phased out. Like good wine, the Elise gets better with age. While the car's base hasn’t changed much, it received numerous upgrades to keep it relevant …

Porsche is re-branding its mid-engine Boxster and Cayman models as members of the 718 Series beginning next year. The German automaker said the Boxster and Cayman will be renamed the 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman sometime "over the course of 2016." Porsche said the 718 designation pays homage to the …

For now, Porsche’s nomenclature is simple enough: the iconic 911 (and the 918 Spyder) have a numeric name, while the rest of their lineup – Boxster, Cayman, Cayenne, Macan – have more conventional names. This is about to change: for the 2017 model year, the Boxster and Cayman will be …