Molly McQueen, granddaughter of iconic actor Steve McQueen, introduces the 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt at its debut during the 2018 North American International Auto Show January 14, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan.
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lessMolly McQueen, granddaughter of iconic actor Steve McQueen, introduces the 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt at its debut during the 2018 North American International Auto Show January 14, 2018 in Detroit, ... more
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Molly McQueen, the granddaughter of actor Steve McQueen, gets out of the new 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt at its debut during the 2018 North American International Auto Show January 14, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. More than 5,100 journalists from 61 countries attend the NAIAS each year. The show runs January 20-28. less
Molly McQueen, the granddaughter of actor Steve McQueen, gets out of the new 2018 Ford Mustang Bullitt at its debut during the 2018 North American International Auto Show January 14, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. ... more
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Attendees take photographs of a 2019 Ford Motor Co. Mustang Bullitt sports vehicle on display at an event during the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018. Ford is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Steve McQueen movie "Bullitt," with the introduction of a limited-edition contemporary model built with the same signature cosmetic treatment of McQueen's classic 1968 Mustang. less
Attendees take photographs of a 2019 Ford Motor Co. Mustang Bullitt sports vehicle on display at an event during the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., on Sunday, ... more
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US actress Molly McQueen, granddaughter of actor Steve McQueen, presents the 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt, inspired by the movie of the same name that her grandfather starred, during the press preview at the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, on January 14, 2018. less
US actress Molly McQueen, granddaughter of actor Steve McQueen, presents the 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt, inspired by the movie of the same name that her grandfather starred, during the press preview at the 2018 ... more
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2019 Ford Motor Co. Mustang Bullitt sports vehicle is unveiled at an event during the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018. Ford is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Steve McQueen movie "Bullitt," with the introduction of a limited-edition contemporary model built with the same signature cosmetic treatment of McQueen's classic 1968 Mustang. less
2019 Ford Motor Co. Mustang Bullitt sports vehicle is unveiled at an event during the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2018. Ford is ... more
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Scroll ahead to see the most anticipated cars of 2018 and beyond.
Scroll ahead to see the most anticipated cars of 2018 and beyond.
The Chevrolet Silverado turns 100 in 2018 and General Motors is celebrating the occasion by promising a next-century truck, according to Automotive News. The pickup is expected to have new axles and a 10-speed automatic transmission, according to the outlet.
lessThe Chevrolet Silverado turns 100 in 2018 and General Motors is celebrating the occasion by promising a next-century truck, according to Automotive News. The pickup is expected to have new axles and a 10-speed
... moreThe 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe will head to dealerships in fall of 2018, according to Motor Trend. The outlet says that Mercedes-Benz says that the CLS's front end is remodeled in a style similar to Ford's Mustang and the vehicle's rear has redesigned taillights that make it look "less droopy." less
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS coupe will head to dealerships in fall of 2018, according to Motor Trend. The outlet says that Mercedes-Benz says that the CLS's front end is remodeled in a style similar to Ford's ... more
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The 2019 Subaru Ascent will come with a 260 horsepower engine and seven seats, according to the car manufacturer. The vehicle will also come with an X-Mode feature, "which optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces," according to Subaru. less
The 2019 Subaru Ascent will come with a 260 horsepower engine and seven seats, according to the car manufacturer. The vehicle will also come with an X-Mode feature, "which optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel ... more
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The Kia Motors Corp. 2019 Sorento will have a 3.3 liter V6 with a new 8-speed automatic transmission, according to Kia. The vehicle will also have a wireless charging tray for compatible phones nad 630-watt, 10-speaker stereo system. less
The Kia Motors Corp. 2019 Sorento will have a 3.3 liter V6 with a new 8-speed automatic transmission, according to Kia. The vehicle will also have a wireless charging tray for compatible phones nad 630-watt, ... more
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If you're looking to spend big on one of the hottest sports cars of 2018, the 2019 ZR1 Corvette Convertible fits the bill. Car and Driver reports Chevy promises the 'Vette can travel at more than 200 mph and a 0-to-60 mph in less than three seconds. The ZR1 coupe starts at $119,995 and the convertible starts at $123,995, according to Car and Driver. less
If you're looking to spend big on one of the hottest sports cars of 2018, the 2019 ZR1 Corvette Convertible fits the bill. Car and Driver reports Chevy promises the 'Vette can travel at more than 200 mph and a ... more
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The Nissan Motor Company's 2019 Infiniti QX50 will run on the brand's VC-Turbo engine, the world's first production-ready variable compression ratio engine. According to Wired, the engine is able to change the vehicle's compression ratio, allowing the driver to choose between performance or fuel economy. less
The Nissan Motor Company's 2019 Infiniti QX50 will run on the brand's VC-Turbo engine, the world's first production-ready variable compression ratio engine. According to Wired, the engine is able to change ... more
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BMW's 2019 i8 Roadster will have a 396 horsepower hybrid-electric engine and has a top speed of 155 mph, according to Autoweek. The roadster is reported to have a 0-to-60 mph speed of 4.2 seconds.
BMW's 2019 i8 Roadster will have a 396 horsepower hybrid-electric engine and has a top speed of 155 mph, according to Autoweek. The roadster is reported to have a 0-to-60 mph speed of 4.2 seconds.
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Tesla is marketing its Model 3 as a smaller, simpler version of the Model S. The vehicle has a range of 220 to 310 miles per charge and comes with five seats. The Model 3 also has a 15" touchscreen with maps and navigation, wi-fi connectivity and electronic stability and traction control. The vehicle starts at $35,000. less
Tesla is marketing its Model 3 as a smaller, simpler version of the Model S. The vehicle has a range of 220 to 310 miles per charge and comes with five seats. The Model 3 also has a 15" touchscreen with maps ... more
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It'll be some time before Volkswagen's I.D. Crozz concept all-electric vehicles are seen on American streets, as the German car company has a tentative 2020 production date for the vehicle. Car and Driver reports the I.D. Crozz will be powered by an 83-kWh lithium-ion battery. The I.D. Crozz will also have two electric motors, one on each axle. less
It'll be some time before Volkswagen's I.D. Crozz concept all-electric vehicles are seen on American streets, as the German car company has a tentative 2020 production date for the vehicle. Car and Driver ... more
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Volkswagen's I.D. Buzz model has also been designed to look like the automaker's iconic van. VW says the vehicle is slated to enter production around 2019 as a 2020 model.
Volkswagen's I.D. Buzz model has also been designed to look like the automaker's iconic van. VW says the vehicle is slated to enter production around 2019 as a 2020 model.
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Toyota Motor Corp.'s FT-AC, or Future Toyota Adventure Concept, is a hybrid that doesn't have a specific date for mass production but may serve as an inspiration for future Toyota models. The vehicle comes with infrared cameras on the side mirrors, an integrated wi-fi hotspot and has a hybrid powertrain, according to a release. less
Toyota Motor Corp.'s FT-AC, or Future Toyota Adventure Concept, is a hybrid that doesn't have a specific date for mass production but may serve as an inspiration for future Toyota models. The vehicle comes with ... more
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The Cadillac CT6 comes standard with a 265 horsepower engine and rear-wheel drive. The upgraded 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo engine comes with 404 horsepower. The vehicle also features a rear camera mirror, wireless phone charging and screens that will stream videos and music wireless from phones, according to Cadillac. less
The Cadillac CT6 comes standard with a 265 horsepower engine and rear-wheel drive. The upgraded 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo engine comes with 404 horsepower. The vehicle also features a rear camera mirror, wireless ... more
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It's been 50 years since Steve McQueen ruled the silver screen with his 1968 Mustang GT fastback in "Bullitt" and Ford is commemorating the movie with a Bullitt of its own.
Ford showed off its 2019 Mustang Bullitt at the 2018 North American International Auto Show on Jan. 14 in Detroit, Michigan. It's due to be released this summer.
The Bullitt features a 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers at least 475 horsepower and a top speed of 163 mph. According to Ford, the Bullitt is 8 mph faster than the latest Mustang GT.
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Media: Associated PressThe special-edition model is set to debut this summer and comes with a manual transmission which has a white cue ball shift knob, just like the in the movie.
"This new Bullitt is, as Steve McQueen was, effortlessly cool," Mustang chief designer Darrell Behmer said in a press release. "As a designer, it's my favorite Mustang - devoid of stripes, spoilers and badges. It doesn't need to scream about anything - it's just cool."
While the car is inspired by the past, it comes with modern features like a heated leather steering wheel and a 12-inch all-digital LCD instrument cluster that's similar to the system in the 2018 Mustang.
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"Bullitt" is notable for a chase scene that Ford says "set new standards in filmmaking. The film's nearly 10-minute-long sequence followed McQueen chasing down two hit men in his Mustang through the streets of San Francisco."
Pricing for the new Mustang was not included in the release.
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