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Tesla planning surprise for Grand Basel show; could it be the Roadster? The Grand Basel show in Switzerland will play host to a new Tesla reveal, the electric car manufacturer confirmed Friday.

Trump rebuffs EU offer to scrap car tariffs; Lincoln future product; Nissan ignition glitch; Lyft preparing for IPO?; Calif. dealer bill advances; GM salutes Aretha Franklin. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2C2Iojc

Dyson plans expansion for electric car facility in UK Dyson, the British company best known for its ground-breaking vacuum cleaners, said Thursday that it has submitted a planning application to expand facilities at a former British military airfield to develop electric vehicles.

Ford hovering just above junk status; U.S., Canada sprint toward Friday NAFTA deadline; VW renames Truck & Bus unit; A peek down Ford's product pipeline; Akio Toyoda's taste in art. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2C1nalT

Tesla Model S goes airborne on video, driver charged A Canadian driver was arrested Tuesday after police say high speeds caused his Tesla to become airborne and eventually crash into a tree in a nearby school parking lot.

Toyota investing $500 million in Uber with eye on autonomous cars Uber is teaming up with Toyota to build self-driving cars for its ride-hailing service after its efforts to do it alone were derailed by a fatal collision and allegations of high-tech theft.

U.S.-Mexico deal opens door to tariffs; Aston lays IPO groundwork; Mahindra hits back at FCA; Help for Hyundai in China? Kia vs. Lincoln: Blurry line between mass-market, luxury. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2ol6agA

Toyota, Uber team up to play catch-up on AVs; Future of car ownership; Double legal victory for Tesla; An electrifying tease from Mercedes; Big bucks for a banged-up Porsche. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2ohoyat

$22 million Duesenberg is the most expensive American car ever sold at auction Classic cars from European marques selling in the tens of millions will barely get an eyelid to bat these days, and soon that may be true of American cars, too, judging by the auction activity in Monterey, California over the weekend.

Tesla stays public, but questions linger; NAFTA progress?; China's Didi halts service after murder; Toyota affiliates confirm JV; Cena's Ford GT sold again; Anatomy of an AV crash. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2of1qte

Rare 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO sold for world-record $48.4 million A rare 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO became the most-expensive car ever sold at auction when it went for $48.4 million at an RM Sotheby’s event in Monterey, Calif., on Saturday.

NASCAR Xfinity’s Conor Daly loses sponsorship over father's resurfaced N-word slur He's still set to make his NASCAR debut later today.

The amazing new models of Monterey Car Week The annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and associated auctions in Monterey, Calif., are all about classic and collector cars, but automakers have taken to using the events to introducing high-end new models. Here are a few from the classy class of 2018.

The 2019 Volkswagen Jetta is making a last stand for sedans The Volkswagen Jetta has been the brand’s best-seller in the United States for over three decades, but there’s a new challenger in its midst.

The 2019 Honda Insight is a strangely normal hybrid The 2019 Honda Insight is a very normal-looking car, which is kind of strange.

What may be the world's most expensive Ford Pinto sold for $33,000 An immaculate 1978 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon was auctioned Thursday night for an eye-popping $33,000.

Wisconsin woman whose car was 'running strangely' finds large python under hood, police say A Wisconsin woman never expected her recent car trouble to be caused by a large python under the hood.

Hoard of 15 Chrysler TCs hits Craigslist for one low price The Chrysler TC by Maserati was one of Lee Iacocca’s rare miscalculations.

Russian arms maker Kalashnikov unveils Tesla-fighting retro electric car FROM AK-47 guns to a giant killer robot, Russian manufacturer Kalashnikov has now set its target to Tesla as it creates an electric 'supercar'.

Retired Indy 500 driver Derek Daly fired from TV job for use of N-word 35 years ago But he says the story about why he said it is wrong.

Waymo forms China unit; Fire at Tesla site; Toyota units forming JV?; Nissan U.S. investment; Royal Jag EV heads to production; Audi, Infiniti, BMW ready to shine at Pebble Beach. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2wikp9y

Hat from Dale Earnhardt’s 1990 Winston Cup championship run up for sale on eBay for $3 million For the sports fan who has disposable income laying around, this eBay item could be yours to own.

Radical speedster concept hints at future design, powertrains for Infiniti Infiniti will start switching over to an electrified lineup around 2021 when the first models based on a new modular platform are introduced.

209,000 Jeeps and Dodges recalled for bad brakes Fiat Chrysler is recalling nearly 209,000 minivans and SUVs worldwide to fix a brake problem that can cause longer stopping distances.

'Batman' pulled over by the police in viral video Batman was busted!

Hat from Dale Earnhardt’s 1990 Winston Cup championship run up for sale on eBay for outrageous price For the sports fan who has disposable income laying around, this eBay item could be yours to own.

VW launches $4B car sharing, technology push; '20 Ford Explorer spied as police vehicle; Kia future product; AV startup Zoox fires CEO; Toyota, Mahindra on 'Change the World' list. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2BDFvVN

Florida motorcyclist seen leaning back, using feet to steer vehicle on interstate Florida resident Rashand Anderson Glespen spotted the motorcyclist Saturday driving northbound on I-95 near the J. Turner Butler exit in Jacksonville.

Ross signals delay in tariffs on imported autos; VW said to plan firings stemming from emissions cheat; Lyft self-driving milestone; Trump, China and a $119,000 Camaro; Hyundai future product. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2Ljta8T

Delaware license plate auctioned for $410,000 Low-numbered Delaware license plates are in demand.

Woman uncovers amazing exotic car collection in grandmother's garage The next time your grandmother asks you to help her clean the house, do it!

Driver arrested after 'sideshow' shuts San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge A “sideshow” performer got a terrible review from police, who arrested him and impounded his car.

Connecticut police pull over 10 sports cars for going too slowly, blocking highway Sports cars get pulled over for speeding all the time, but sometimes they’re just too slow.

Elon Musk deletes Instagram account amid ongoing attacks by Azealia Banks She claims his lawyer has her phone.

Drag racing legend Doug Rose, 80, killed in Green Mamba jet car crash Drag racing showman Doug Rose, 80, died on Friday when he crashed his famous jet-powered Green Mamba car at Michigan’s Norway Speedway.

Feds: FCA sought to 'corrupt and warp' UAW relationship to gain advantage; Foreign-based automakers unite against Trump plan; Bosch fuel-cell investment; This dummy is no dummy. from Automotive News First Shift morning newscast Feed https://ift.tt/2PlaOaZ

Crashed 1987 Porsche 959 heading to auction, could be worth $500,000 A Porsche 959 is worth more than a million dollars in today's classic car market.

Ferrari-driving 137 mph Iowa speeder had the worst excuse Iowa is known for its wide open spaces, but that doesn’t mean you can drive your Ferrari wide open through them.

David Koresh's 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is for sale, report says There’s a black Chevy Camaro for sale in Phoenix that has a dark past.

86-year-old drag racer Chris Karamesines sets NHRA record with 305 mph run Oldest to make the knockout round.

Florida woman in wheelchair spotted riding in pickup bed A Tampa resident said he thought he'd seen it all - until taking a drive down Interstate 75 Tuesday afternoon.