Automotive & Aftermarket News

Former Ferrari & Fiat Chrysler Chief Sergio Marchionne, 66, Dies

Sergio Marchionne, the former president of both Ferrari and Fiat Chrysler, died Wednesday from complications following a surgical procedure on his shoulder in Italy three weeks ago, according to several news reports. Marchionne was 66. He is widely credited for saving both Fiat and Chrysler, and then combining them into a profitable business. It could

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Detroit Auto Show Will Take Place in June Beginning in 2020

The Detroit auto show will take place in June instead of January beginning in 2020, show organizers announced after weeks of swirling rumors about a potential schedule change for one of the largest and most significant auto shows in North America. Officially named the North American International Auto Show, event organizers were forced to make

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The Blazer is Back: Chevy Revives Famous Nameplate

Chevrolet just revealed that it is bringing the Blazer name back to its lineup. It is expected that this new vehicle will slot in between the compact Equinox and midsize Traverse. The new Blazer, which Chevy is calling a “contemporary midsize SUV,” will have five-passenger seating and be powered by either a standard 193-horsepower 2.5L

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Legendary NHRA Driver Tom “The Mongoose” McEwen Passes Away

Tom “The Mongoose” McEwen, one of the NHRA’s all-time greatest drivers and most colorful personalities, passed away on June 10. He was 81. McEwen began racing in 1953 and eventually rose through the ranks to pilot gas and fuel dragsters in the early 1960s. In September 1964, McEwen became “the Mongoose” after he defeated Don

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Dodge Builds Last 2018 Dodge Demon

When Dodge initially teased the Challenger SRT Demon, it was poised to be the world’s fastest, most powerful production muscle car. With 800+ horsepower, a 9.65-second 1/4-mile ET, and the largest hood scoop ever attached to a production vehicle, Dodge made sure it delivered. (You can read more incredible Demon facts here.) But now, the

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Spy Shots: Mid-Engined 2020 Corvette?

OK, so General Motors, maybe even Chevrolet, is building what appears to be a mid-engined supercar. We’ve teased some spy shots before. So far however, nobody has officially called it a Corvette—heck, by the time it reaches production, it could just as easily be called a Fiero. But we’re pretty confident now that this mid-engined beast

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Ford will Cease Sedan/Small Car Production; Mustang to Remain

Ford recently announced plans to eliminate the majority of its passenger car offerings from its lineup so it can focus production capabilities on better-selling SUVs, trucks, and crossover vehicles. Relax Mustang fans, Ford was clear that its iconic pony car will not be affected by the shift. The list of vehicles being eliminated include the

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