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2014 may not have brought big changes for the Nissan GT-R, but it has definitely marked the proliferation of special-edition models. Joining the GT-R Premium and Black Edition in dealerships this May is the GT-R Track Edition.

Seven years is a long time in the automotive industry -- and, it now seems, the full-size truck market. We've watched Ford introduce twin-turbocharged engines, Ram roll out rear coil springs and active aerodynamic touches, and GM recently completely overhauled both the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. Toyota, however, has done virtually nothing to amend its Tundra since it debuted in 2005 -- but that changes with the 2014 Tundra.

Remember the Kia GT concept from the 2011 Frankfurt show? Along with wowing crowds and reinforcing our respect for Peter Schreyer's design team, it also tested the idea of Kia venturing into the realm of large, upscale sedans -- foreign territory for the automaker, at least here in North America.

We know what you’re thinking: “Oh, Kia finally ported over its European C’eed hatchback as a new five-door Forte in America.” Hold that thought. The two models may share several key ingredients – including platform, roofline, and so on – but the new Forte 5-door is far from a cookie-cutter clone of its European relative.