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YouTube Vlogger hit by tractor trailer while livestreaming from driver's seat Survived with major injuries.

Kim Jong Un's limousine is a portable potty in disguise, reports say Secret security measure.

Twin sisters pass driving test on same day, buy identical cars Twin sisters are celebrating after both passing their driving tests - on the same day.

Vlogger hit by tractor trailer while livestreaming from driver's seat on YouTube Survived with major injuries.

GM to use OnStar to turn connectivity into cash; Ford working to amass sweeping Detroit campus; U.S. to freeze mpg?; Subaru's new U.S. HQ; Last Wrangler JK ends an era for Jeep fans. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2jgbG1D

Stolen car back in 600 seconds It was gone in 60 seconds, and back in 600.

Joey Logano snaps long losing streak with win at Talladega Joey Logano had a clear race track in his windshield and a pack of fellow Ford drivers on his bumper.

Retired NASCAR driver James Hylton, son killed in truck crash in Georgia Former NASCAR driver James Hylton and his son were killed in a truck accident early Saturday on an interstate in northern Georgia, officials said.

Lamborghini cut in half after crashing into light pole, authorities say A Lamborghini was “cut in half” after its driver crashed into a concrete light pole, the FairFax Fire and Rescue Department said.

Should you fix up or break up with your car? You're looking at a $1,200 repair estimate for your ailing car when an ad catches your eye: a brand new set of wheels for a mere $450 a month.

When Cadillac went to war n elderly veteran of the Great War is being honored in the nation's capital.

Drunk's shocking 20-minute drive caught on dash cam A tipsy school teacher lost her driver’s license for two years.

Colorado Uber driver wins $140,000 after customer gifts him scratch ticket An Uber driver in Colorado whose passenger "gifted" him with a scratch off later won $140,000, the state’s lottery announced Thursday.

Ford confirms dates when Fiesta, Focus and Taurus production will end Get ‘em while they’re not so hot.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott may give up stock car racing after signing gun control laws Vermont Governor Phil Scott may put the brakes on his stock car racing hobby over concerns that his presence at the track will anger fans who disagree with his support for new gun control measures in the state.

Pruitt on 'arbitrary' CAFE rules; Profits down at Honda, Daimler, up at Mazda, Volvo; Split off Conti unit?; Hyundai share move; Lear smart-seat strategy; Chevy-inspired guitars. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2JzatOf

BMW shows off Virgin Hyperloop passenger capsule A handful of companies are battling to bring the first production Hyperloop to life, and Virgin Hyperloop One continues to appear as the frontrunner.

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Japanese company builds working 'Transformers'-like robot that turns into a car A Japanese technology firm has built a robot that can transform into a car.

Leentu is a lightweight pop-up camper built for the Toyota Tacoma A roomy living space, a built-in mattress, USB charging ports, a ventilation fan, and more.

The world's wildest road goes through a waterfall in the Himalayas And you thought your last taxi ride was scary.

Will the new Ford Mustang be an SUV in disguise? The Ford Mustang may look like it’s going to be a maverick, but it will probably fit right in.

Ford dropping Fiesta, Fusion and Taurus in N.A., doubles cost-cutting goal; Earnings up at FCA, down at GM, VW, Hyundai; Report: China to slash tariffs on U.S.-made autos. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2vOfu3l

Range Rover's roof ripped off when transport truck it's on misjudges bridge A car transporter collided with a motorway bridge - and accidentally turned a Range Rover into a convertible.

Video captures the moment a Tesla crashes into a gym Talk about a crunch.

2-year-old motorist uses McDonald's drive-thru and Ronald ain't lovin' it Motor vehicles only.

The trucks and cars most likely to go 200,000 miles and beyond A sweeping analysis of auto sales suggests SUVs are the longest-lasting vehicles on the road.

Matt Kenseth returning to NASCAR with Roush Fenway Racing NASCAR veteran Matt Kenseth is returning to the series with Roush Fenway Racing.

BMW iX3 electric SUV concept previews upcoming Tesla-fighter BMW will be taking on Tesla in stealth mode, if its new electric vehicle concept is anything to go by.

In Beijing: BMW previews Chinese export; Nissan juices up Sentra; Lexus redesigns ES; Audi Q5 goes long; 'Sensuous' Hyundai; Quiet Tesla draws a crowd; Alibaba's automotive AI partners. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2qWv3Rv

13 semi drivers helped stop a suicide by parking under bridge They answered the call from police.

Audi recalling 1.2 million cars and SUVs for fire risk Audi will recall 1.2 million vehicles at risk of fire due to overheating coolant pumps.

Netflix is working on an animated 'Fast & Furious' series Netflix will soon let fans of "The Fast and the Furious" franchise dive into an animated series.

Shell Starship aims to be the most fuel efficient tractor-trailer ever The Shell Starship may be the world’s largest economy car.

Mercedes-Maybach unveils its first Sedan Utility Vehicle Mercedes-Maybach has unveiled its first SUV.

Amazon, GM, Volvo launch in-car deliveries; Historic shift in dealer ad spending; In Beijing: Ultraluxury from Mercedes, a new platform for Infiniti; Something to buzz about at Toyota. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2qUUx1Q