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The latest and greatest from the Motor Authority crew. Email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser.]( [MotorAuthority.com]( Rate [your car]( and win an iPad. The latest from the Motor Authority crew: [Maserati Ghibli spy shots, Genesis G80 Sport pricing, Dodge Demon acceleration: Today’s Car News]( Apr 21, 2017 11:00 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) [2018 Genesis G80 Sport]Maserati’s Ghibli is about to receive a mid-cycle update. The changes will mostly be on the exterior as the trident brand already introduced some updates to the Ghibli’s cabin last year. A potential rival to the Ghibli is the new G80 Sport from Genesis. The car comes with a twin-turbocharged V-6, standard rear-wheel drive, and a... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like Maserati Ghibli spy shots, Genesis G80 Sport pricing, Dodge Demon acceleration: Today’s Car News on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [BMW M exec says dual-clutch, manual transmissions on their way out]( Apr 21, 2017 10:00 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) [2018 BMW M4 CS]There was a time when opting for the manual transmission, and later the dual-clutch transmission, over an automatic was a no-brainer for anyone serious about performance driving. The choice of transmission isn’t so straightforward these days as modern automatics are shifting much quicker than before and are just as fuel-efficient as or even... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like BMW M exec says dual-clutch, manual transmissions on their way out on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 replica is a testament to the golden era of rally racing]( Apr 21, 2017 09:00 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Sean Szymkowski) [Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 replica]Group B rally racing is often referred to as the golden era of rallying. Established in 1982 by the FIA, the short-lived Group B era birthed some of the most legendary rally racers even to this day. That includes the famed Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2. The Sport Quattro in the video from Petrolicious isn’t the real thing, but the impeccable... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like Audi Sport Quattro S1 E2 replica is a testament to the golden era of rally racing on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [2018 Maserati Ghibli spy shots]( Apr 21, 2017 08:30 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) [2018 Maserati Ghibli facelift spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien]Maserati’s Ghibli will soon come in for a subtle facelift. Prototypes for the updated car have been spotted ahead of a likely debut late this year or early next. Recall the current Ghibli made its debut in 2013, as a 2014 model. The tweaks are part of a mid-cycle update to keep the mid-size sport sedan looking fresh among a band of rivals... 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[comments]( | [read more]( [Like 2018 Genesis G80 priced from $42,725, G80 Sport from $56,225 on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [Volvo exec hints at subcompact 20 series]( Apr 21, 2017 06:00 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) [2018 Volvo XC60]Volvo’s smallest model at present is the Golf-sized V40 hatchback, but the automaker may eventually go even smaller. We’re not talking about the upcoming XC40 and S40 compact cars but new “20” series subcompact offerings that could compete with other premium offerings in the segment, such as Mini’s lineup. The news of... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like Volvo exec hints at subcompact 20 series on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [2018 Mercedes-AMG E43 Cabriolet spy shots]( Apr 21, 2017 03:00 am | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Viknesh Vijayenthiran) [2018 Mercedes-AMG E43 Cabriolet spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien]Mercedes-Benz has just launched redesigned versions of its E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet. The cars have been seriously improved in the looks department and the ride quality as well as the interior fit and finish are finally on par with the E-Class sedan. Soon, there will also be versions of the E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet developed by Mercedes-AMG... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like 2018 Mercedes-AMG E43 Cabriolet spy shots on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [The 2018 Jaguar F-Type's new 4-banger doesn't sound half bad]( Apr 20, 2017 07:00 pm | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Sean Szymkowski) [2018 Jaguar F-Type 4-Cylinder Video]Sticking a 4-cylinder engine under the sleek hood of the Jaguar F-Type has not only made the British marque's sports car more affordable, it retains a decent snarl, too. Jaguar revealed the 2018 F-Type would be offered with its Ingenium turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine at the 2017 New York auto show. Not only that, but as mentioned... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like The 2018 Jaguar F-Type's new 4-banger doesn't sound half bad on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [2018 Subaru WRX priced from $27,855, WRX STI from $36,995]( Apr 20, 2017 06:00 pm | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Sean Szymkowski) [2018 Subaru WRX]Sport sedan buyers, rejoice. Subaru has officially announced pricing for the 2018 WRX and WRX STI and they don't deviate much from the 2017 model year. For those looking to step into rally car inspired performance, the 2018 Subaru WRX will start at $27,855, which includes destination. For under $30,000, buyers will still receive a 2.0-liter... 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Baldauf/SB-Medien]The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is about to undergo its first redesign in its almost four decades of existence. Fans of the off-roader shouldn’t worry, though, as the iconic boxy look won’t be messed with. While speaking with Automotive News (subscription required) during last week’s 2017 New York auto show, Mercedes design boss Gordon... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like Redesigned G-Class will have just 1 exterior part in common with predecessor on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [Jay Leno gets a visit from the massive USSV Rhino GX]( Apr 20, 2017 01:00 pm | feedback@highgearmedia.com (Jeff Glucker) [Jay Leno gets a visit from the USSV Rhino GX]Jay Leno is venturing into the world of tacticool. The best way to start that journey, on the automotive side, is by inviting guests from USSV into the garage. Those letters stand for United States Specialty Vehicles. It's a company that takes existing production vehicles and modifies them into rugged beasts that bear the names Rhino GX and Rhino... [comments]( | [read more]( [Like Jay Leno gets a visit from the massive USSV Rhino GX on Facebook]( [Google Plus One Button]( [share on Twitter]( [SEND US A TIP]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Spy shots]( [Spy shots]( [First Drives]( [First Drives]( [Super Cars]( [[Racing] Racing]( [[Muscle Cars] Muscle Cars]( [[Industry] Industry]( --------------------------------------------------------------- You are receiving this email because you subscribed to it on our website [Unsubscribe]( {EMAIL} from this list. Our mailing address is: MotorAuthority/Internet Brands 909 North Sepulveda Blvd., 11th Floor El Segundo, CA 90245 [Add us to your address book]( Copyright (C) 2017 MotorAuthority/Internet Brands All rights reserved. [Update your profile](