10 Best Supercar Crash Tests [w/VIDEO]
In a strange celebration of the multitudes of wrecked exotics we've recently seen, we've compiled the ten best NHTSA crash tests of sports cars and super cars. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll thank us.
Losing GM: A Great American Tragedy?
A look at the billions of dollars and large networks of jobs at stake as the automaker struggles to survive.
Jay Leno Says Goodbye to Pontiac
Jay Leno looks back at the 83-year-old brand, focusing on Pontiac’s historic muscle cars and surprisingly innovative technology.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
GM Gives Fan Test Drive in Chevy Volt Prototype...
GM Gives Fan Test Drive in Chevy Volt Prototype
There are a few events in every lifetime that will be remembered forever. Such was that early Spring morning in 2009 that I pulled past the bold blue and white militaristic sign that read Milford Proving Grounds. For this was the day I test drove the Chevy Volt mule.
The Top 10 Greatest Pontiacs of All Time
We told you months ago Pontiac was dead, but today GM CEO Fritz Henderson made it official. Now that the pointy-arrow brand is gone, we'll mourn by celebrating our ten favorite examples of driving excitement.
There are a few events in every lifetime that will be remembered forever. Such was that early Spring morning in 2009 that I pulled past the bold blue and white militaristic sign that read Milford Proving Grounds. For this was the day I test drove the Chevy Volt mule.
The Top 10 Greatest Pontiacs of All Time
We told you months ago Pontiac was dead, but today GM CEO Fritz Henderson made it official. Now that the pointy-arrow brand is gone, we'll mourn by celebrating our ten favorite examples of driving excitement.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Good-Bye, Pontiac: A Look Back At The Classic Cars...
Good-Bye, Pontiac: A Look Back At The Classic Cars
Motorbike Does 0 to 60 in Under One Second!
The KillaCycle® — originally designed and built in 1999 –uses a series of more than 1,200 batteries to power two motors which crank out 500 bhp. The bike can reach a jaw dropping 168 mph.
Motorbike Does 0 to 60 in Under One Second!
The KillaCycle® — originally designed and built in 1999 –uses a series of more than 1,200 batteries to power two motors which crank out 500 bhp. The bike can reach a jaw dropping 168 mph.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Got Wood? Magnificently Made Classic Wooden Cars [w/Pics]...
Got Wood? Magnificently Made Classic Wooden Cars [w/Pics]
The Morgan Motor Company is proudly independent (even Ferrari is owned by Fiat, every sports car company seems to be a subsidiary of a larger manufacturer these days). These cars are not cheap ($44,000 for a base model, some cost as much as $300,000), the waiting list is more than a year (each car is made by hand).
The Morgan Motor Company is proudly independent (even Ferrari is owned by Fiat, every sports car company seems to be a subsidiary of a larger manufacturer these days). These cars are not cheap ($44,000 for a base model, some cost as much as $300,000), the waiting list is more than a year (each car is made by hand).
Sunday, April 26, 2009
The Coolest Cars You've Never Heard Of! [Pics]...
The Coolest Cars You've Never Heard Of! [Pics]
"Only a handful of lucky people can get this car," says Wes Brown, a principal analyst for the market-research firm Iceology in Los Angeles.
Turning Cars Into Toys: Tilt-Shift Photography Magic (PICS)
Tilt-shift photography, invented to shoot architectural elements without lens distortion, has recently come into vogue in forced perspective images. It's also a great way to make cars look like adorable little toys.
"Only a handful of lucky people can get this car," says Wes Brown, a principal analyst for the market-research firm Iceology in Los Angeles.
Turning Cars Into Toys: Tilt-Shift Photography Magic (PICS)
Tilt-shift photography, invented to shoot architectural elements without lens distortion, has recently come into vogue in forced perspective images. It's also a great way to make cars look like adorable little toys.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
GM to announce Pontiac demise Monday?...
GM to announce Pontiac demise Monday?
General Motors is expected to announce details of its “faster, deeper” reorganization plans early next week. According to an unnamed company source, those plans might include a death sentence for the historic Pontiac brand, which has been hanging on for dear life since GM’s initial assertion that the brand would move to a small niche element of the
Washington Post: Retired Auto Workers Face Big Hit
As the Obama administration prepares to send Chrysler into bankruptcy court, with General Motors possibly to follow, one of the biggest losers may be the automakers' current and future retirees, a group of nearly 1 million people who could see their pensions and health-care funds slashed by tens of billions of dollars.
Top 10 Automotive iPhone Apps
"As the App Store celebrates its 1 billionth download, we list our picks for the best automotive applications available."
General Motors is expected to announce details of its “faster, deeper” reorganization plans early next week. According to an unnamed company source, those plans might include a death sentence for the historic Pontiac brand, which has been hanging on for dear life since GM’s initial assertion that the brand would move to a small niche element of the
Washington Post: Retired Auto Workers Face Big Hit
As the Obama administration prepares to send Chrysler into bankruptcy court, with General Motors possibly to follow, one of the biggest losers may be the automakers' current and future retirees, a group of nearly 1 million people who could see their pensions and health-care funds slashed by tens of billions of dollars.
Top 10 Automotive iPhone Apps
"As the App Store celebrates its 1 billionth download, we list our picks for the best automotive applications available."
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Hummer Plugin Hybrid Gets 100+ MPG, Kicks Prius Butt...
Hummer Plugin Hybrid Gets 100+ MPG, Kicks Prius Butt
The modded Hummer gets 268 hp, has a 40 mile all-electric range, and a fuel-efficiency of over 100 mpg.
Woman Burnt To Death In Road Rage Incident
"She spun the wheels so fast that her tyres disintegrated and the metal rims sent a shower of sparks into the engine, igniting the brake fluid and setting the car on fire.Appalled onlookers urged her to get out of the car as the flames licked around her but she told them to 'F*** off', an inquest in Gloucester was told."
The Top 5 Chinese Cars for America
Could we see these Chinese cars from the 2009 Shanghai auto show on American roads?
The modded Hummer gets 268 hp, has a 40 mile all-electric range, and a fuel-efficiency of over 100 mpg.
Woman Burnt To Death In Road Rage Incident
"She spun the wheels so fast that her tyres disintegrated and the metal rims sent a shower of sparks into the engine, igniting the brake fluid and setting the car on fire.Appalled onlookers urged her to get out of the car as the flames licked around her but she told them to 'F*** off', an inquest in Gloucester was told."
The Top 5 Chinese Cars for America
Could we see these Chinese cars from the 2009 Shanghai auto show on American roads?
Monday, April 20, 2009
Automakers Agree On Plug Standard For Electric Cars...
Automakers Agree On Plug Standard For Electric Cars
Some of the automakers include in that agreement are Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Fiat, Toyota and Mitsubishi.
Identical twins devise foolproof way to beat parking tickets
A police spokesman said: "It is immensely frustrating for our officers. Every time we hand one of them out a ticket we know what is going to happen next and that they will never pay it. But there really is nothing we can do."
NY Times: 2010 Ford Mustang
Ford’s retro-futuristic Mustang, based on a late 1960s fastback model, has been around since the 2005 model year — and is beginning to look as droopy as a Fu Manchu mustache. So for the 2010 model year, a sartorial segue to a more ripped look, to stay current with the competition, was in order.
NY Times: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
General Motors has no illusions that the Camaro is a one-man cavalry — or that it will sell anything like 282,571 Camaros in a year, as it did in 1979. Yet in this depressed market, the reborn Camaro is a feel-good story, an attention-getter that can bring people into Chevy showrooms for a look.
Some of the automakers include in that agreement are Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Fiat, Toyota and Mitsubishi.
Identical twins devise foolproof way to beat parking tickets
A police spokesman said: "It is immensely frustrating for our officers. Every time we hand one of them out a ticket we know what is going to happen next and that they will never pay it. But there really is nothing we can do."
NY Times: 2010 Ford Mustang
Ford’s retro-futuristic Mustang, based on a late 1960s fastback model, has been around since the 2005 model year — and is beginning to look as droopy as a Fu Manchu mustache. So for the 2010 model year, a sartorial segue to a more ripped look, to stay current with the competition, was in order.
NY Times: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
General Motors has no illusions that the Camaro is a one-man cavalry — or that it will sell anything like 282,571 Camaros in a year, as it did in 1979. Yet in this depressed market, the reborn Camaro is a feel-good story, an attention-getter that can bring people into Chevy showrooms for a look.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
10 Budget-Friendly Speed Demons ...
10 Budget-Friendly Speed Demons
Cars that break the 200 mph mark or cost seven figures can be jaw-dropping to both the eye and pocket book, but for most normal folks, a balance of utility and fun must be struck. Below is a collection of vehicles that prove practicality and performance are not necessarily mutually exclusive concepts.
Cars that break the 200 mph mark or cost seven figures can be jaw-dropping to both the eye and pocket book, but for most normal folks, a balance of utility and fun must be struck. Below is a collection of vehicles that prove practicality and performance are not necessarily mutually exclusive concepts.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Can Electric Car Makers Learn from Cell Phone Innovations?...
Can Electric Car Makers Learn from Cell Phone Innovations?
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom discusses new ways of thinking about electric cars, and how they could benefit from emulating the recent innovations in the cell-phone industry.
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom discusses new ways of thinking about electric cars, and how they could benefit from emulating the recent innovations in the cell-phone industry.
Friday, April 17, 2009
How's my driving? Ask my car...
How's my driving? Ask my car
"People don't always understand the degree of distraction they may be exposing themselves to ... so the idea is to help people understand that distraction by providing them with feedback," John D. Lee, a professor of mechanical and industrial engineering at the University of Iowa, told me today.
'Mad Max' Camaro takes no prisoners at Russian car show
I heard that driving in Russia was tough, but this is ridiculous - a modified, armor-plated Camaro only Mad Max himself could love.
"People don't always understand the degree of distraction they may be exposing themselves to ... so the idea is to help people understand that distraction by providing them with feedback," John D. Lee, a professor of mechanical and industrial engineering at the University of Iowa, told me today.
'Mad Max' Camaro takes no prisoners at Russian car show
I heard that driving in Russia was tough, but this is ridiculous - a modified, armor-plated Camaro only Mad Max himself could love.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Latest version of VW hatchback named World Car of the Year...
Latest version of VW hatchback named World Car of the Year
The Volkswagen Golf MkVI has been awarded the 2009 World Car of the Year title. The WCOTY jury consists of 59 eminent motoring writers from 25 countries.
Refrigerators on wheels? Cool, say the kids
There was a time when the aimless youth of our nation lusted after long, sleek vehicles with gigantic V8's and tail fins. Today's version of aimless youth appears to want boxes on wheels, and the uglier the better. Ex. the Kia Soul and the Nissan Cube. They're rational, flexible, economical with more power in the amplifier than under the hood.
CBS News: Is The Volt The Car Of The Future? [w/video]
The Volt is due in dealer showrooms by the end of next year, which is itself a show of optimism about GM's future. But there's a problem: sales of existing hybrids have been plummeting for months because the price of gasoline has dropped. If that consumer attitude holds, it could mean that GM will be bringing out the right car at the wrong time.
The Volkswagen Golf MkVI has been awarded the 2009 World Car of the Year title. The WCOTY jury consists of 59 eminent motoring writers from 25 countries.
Refrigerators on wheels? Cool, say the kids
There was a time when the aimless youth of our nation lusted after long, sleek vehicles with gigantic V8's and tail fins. Today's version of aimless youth appears to want boxes on wheels, and the uglier the better. Ex. the Kia Soul and the Nissan Cube. They're rational, flexible, economical with more power in the amplifier than under the hood.
CBS News: Is The Volt The Car Of The Future? [w/video]
The Volt is due in dealer showrooms by the end of next year, which is itself a show of optimism about GM's future. But there's a problem: sales of existing hybrids have been plummeting for months because the price of gasoline has dropped. If that consumer attitude holds, it could mean that GM will be bringing out the right car at the wrong time.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Neil Young Converts 1959 Lincoln Into 100 MPG Hybrid...
Neil Young Converts 1959 Lincoln Into 100 MPG Hybrid
It is not often that we get to combine our passion for music, good design, green technologies, and hot 1950’s classic vehicles. Neil Young recently released his latest album “Fork in the Road”, which is dedicated to the Lincvolt project that transformed his classic Lincoln Continental into a hot zero emissions vehicle that gets 100mpg.
Hawk 3-Wheeler looks like Batmobile Meets Rocket
The Hawk concept is part fighter jet, part sports car, and looks like it’s balls-out fun! The concept is built around the 999cc Honda RC51 V-twin engine has 10,000 rpm, 120 hp and a top speed of 144 mph.
Advertising War: BMW vs Audi in Santa Monica
Awesome advertising move by BMW in Santa Monica.
It is not often that we get to combine our passion for music, good design, green technologies, and hot 1950’s classic vehicles. Neil Young recently released his latest album “Fork in the Road”, which is dedicated to the Lincvolt project that transformed his classic Lincoln Continental into a hot zero emissions vehicle that gets 100mpg.
Hawk 3-Wheeler looks like Batmobile Meets Rocket
The Hawk concept is part fighter jet, part sports car, and looks like it’s balls-out fun! The concept is built around the 999cc Honda RC51 V-twin engine has 10,000 rpm, 120 hp and a top speed of 144 mph.
Advertising War: BMW vs Audi in Santa Monica
Awesome advertising move by BMW in Santa Monica.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Glory Days: Vintage Pre-Carpocalypse Auto Dealerships [pics]...
Glory Days: Vintage Pre-Carpocalypse Auto Dealerships [pics]
Do you remember the experience of visiting your friendly neighborhood Chevrolet dealership 50 years ago? No? Well, grab your hula hoops and check out our 60-picture gallery of the past below.
Warren Buffett's Chinese Electric Car Company
If you think the American auto industry is in trouble now, just wait until the Chinese learn how to make great cars.
Jay Leno's Picks for Future Collectable Cars
Jay explains why a new Ferrari may be the best investment, but that a new Hummer or Cadillac Escalade could be worth a lot of money in 30 years.
Do you remember the experience of visiting your friendly neighborhood Chevrolet dealership 50 years ago? No? Well, grab your hula hoops and check out our 60-picture gallery of the past below.
Warren Buffett's Chinese Electric Car Company
If you think the American auto industry is in trouble now, just wait until the Chinese learn how to make great cars.
Jay Leno's Picks for Future Collectable Cars
Jay explains why a new Ferrari may be the best investment, but that a new Hummer or Cadillac Escalade could be worth a lot of money in 30 years.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Jagaur to Build Volt-like Luxury Electric Car...
Jagaur to Build Volt-like Luxury Electric Car
After being granted a £307 million loan last week, the Tata-owned automaker has now announced its intentions to produce an extended-range electric next-generation XJ luxury sedan which will use a similar drivetrain to the Chevy Volt.
After being granted a £307 million loan last week, the Tata-owned automaker has now announced its intentions to produce an extended-range electric next-generation XJ luxury sedan which will use a similar drivetrain to the Chevy Volt.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
U.S. Military Combats Rising Motorcycle Fatalities...
U.S. Military Combats Rising Motorcycle Fatalities
A spike in motorcycle deaths among service members is prompting a call to arms from the military. Top safety chiefs across the military have identified motorcycles as the No. 1 safety concern off the battlefield.
Big Brother is watching: CCTV cars to spy on UK drivers
New CCTV cars to catch drivers distracted at the wheel are being piloted by Greater Manchester Police in the UK. If drivers are seen distracted - eating at the wheel, playing with the radio or applying make-up for instance - the cameras can zoom in and film them, leading to a fine.
A spike in motorcycle deaths among service members is prompting a call to arms from the military. Top safety chiefs across the military have identified motorcycles as the No. 1 safety concern off the battlefield.
Big Brother is watching: CCTV cars to spy on UK drivers
New CCTV cars to catch drivers distracted at the wheel are being piloted by Greater Manchester Police in the UK. If drivers are seen distracted - eating at the wheel, playing with the radio or applying make-up for instance - the cameras can zoom in and film them, leading to a fine.
Saturday, April 11, 2009
2009 New York Auto Show [Pics]...
2009 New York Auto Show [Pics]
As the auto industry copes with the economic downturn, the 2009 New York International Auto Show provides an opportunity for manufacturers to put their best face forward.
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera is now more eco-friendly than ever
Enter the 911 Carrera 4S with its vast number of improvements headlined by Porsche's new generation of direct injected engines. With gains made in power output and mileage numbers, and with significantly reduced emissions, Porsche's direct fuel injection - or DFI - makes for an even better rounded 911-model range.
Bill Gates Patents Plasma Injector, for Your Car
Bill Gates' vision is part of most home PCs, laptops, netbooks, and even cell phones with the Windows operating system. Now he wants to redesign how cars work.
Volkswagen Golf VI announced as 2009 World Car of the Year
The 2010 Volkswagen Golf on display at the New York International Auto Show has been named World Car of the Year. Introduced at last year's Paris Auto Show and known as the Rabbit in earlier U.S. versions, this sixth-generation sporty hatchback from VW beat out top finalists Ford Fiesta and Toyota iQ for the highly coveted honor.
NY Times: Mercedes to Bring 4-Cylinder Diesels to the U.S.?
“This is the world’s cleanest and most fuel-efficient luxury sedan,” said Klaus Maier, the Mercedes-Benz executive vice president who introduced the Vision E250 BlueTEC concept. “It has fantastic fuel economy of up to 44 miles a gallon, and it would be ready to run in all 50 U.S. states.”
As the auto industry copes with the economic downturn, the 2009 New York International Auto Show provides an opportunity for manufacturers to put their best face forward.
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera is now more eco-friendly than ever
Enter the 911 Carrera 4S with its vast number of improvements headlined by Porsche's new generation of direct injected engines. With gains made in power output and mileage numbers, and with significantly reduced emissions, Porsche's direct fuel injection - or DFI - makes for an even better rounded 911-model range.
Bill Gates Patents Plasma Injector, for Your Car
Bill Gates' vision is part of most home PCs, laptops, netbooks, and even cell phones with the Windows operating system. Now he wants to redesign how cars work.
Volkswagen Golf VI announced as 2009 World Car of the Year
The 2010 Volkswagen Golf on display at the New York International Auto Show has been named World Car of the Year. Introduced at last year's Paris Auto Show and known as the Rabbit in earlier U.S. versions, this sixth-generation sporty hatchback from VW beat out top finalists Ford Fiesta and Toyota iQ for the highly coveted honor.
NY Times: Mercedes to Bring 4-Cylinder Diesels to the U.S.?
“This is the world’s cleanest and most fuel-efficient luxury sedan,” said Klaus Maier, the Mercedes-Benz executive vice president who introduced the Vision E250 BlueTEC concept. “It has fantastic fuel economy of up to 44 miles a gallon, and it would be ready to run in all 50 U.S. states.”
Thursday, April 9, 2009
The world's fastest police cars...
The world's fastest police cars
There is fierce competition for the title of world's fastest police car. Up until now the police prix d'or has been held by a Lamborghini Gallardo, capable of 192mph, which an Italian police patrol is using on the Salerno-Reggio Calabria highway. But the Germans have placed an order for a Brabus CLS V12 S Rocket which has a top speed of 225mph.
Jay Leno Test Drives the Chevy Volt
While in town, giving a free comedy show to the unemployed in Detroit, Jay Leno visited GM’s facilities. An avid electric car buff, Leno was given the chance to test drive one of the Chevy Volt prototypes. "I saw some impressive technology out there,” he said.
First Drive: 2009 MINI Cooper/Cooper S Convertible
BMW's highly acclaimed remake of the MINI Cooper is now in its second generation, and the convertible version is finally here as well. The roofless version of the nimble compact was a smash hit in its last generation, having sold 164,000 units worldwide, and is now based on the sleeker body and stiffer chassis of the latest MINI Cooper.
There is fierce competition for the title of world's fastest police car. Up until now the police prix d'or has been held by a Lamborghini Gallardo, capable of 192mph, which an Italian police patrol is using on the Salerno-Reggio Calabria highway. But the Germans have placed an order for a Brabus CLS V12 S Rocket which has a top speed of 225mph.
Jay Leno Test Drives the Chevy Volt
While in town, giving a free comedy show to the unemployed in Detroit, Jay Leno visited GM’s facilities. An avid electric car buff, Leno was given the chance to test drive one of the Chevy Volt prototypes. "I saw some impressive technology out there,” he said.
First Drive: 2009 MINI Cooper/Cooper S Convertible
BMW's highly acclaimed remake of the MINI Cooper is now in its second generation, and the convertible version is finally here as well. The roofless version of the nimble compact was a smash hit in its last generation, having sold 164,000 units worldwide, and is now based on the sleeker body and stiffer chassis of the latest MINI Cooper.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
2010 Nissan 370Z: First Official Picture...
2010 Nissan 370Z: First Official Picture
We all knew that Nissan would be dropping trou on its new NISMO Z and convertible 370Z Roadster at this week's New York Auto Show. What we didn't expect was an early shot of the 370Z in advance of this evening's press conference.
Segway and GM building deathtrap of a vehicle
GM has partnered with Segway for a project called P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility).
We all knew that Nissan would be dropping trou on its new NISMO Z and convertible 370Z Roadster at this week's New York Auto Show. What we didn't expect was an early shot of the 370Z in advance of this evening's press conference.
Segway and GM building deathtrap of a vehicle
GM has partnered with Segway for a project called P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility).
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Pwns the Chevy Volt...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Pwns the Chevy Volt
The Chevy Volt "is neither fish nor fowl and ends up being worse (in our opinion) than either a gasoline or pure electric vehicle," said Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors. "Plus you still have to deal with all the environmental issues of a gasoline engine."
Tesla Secures Over 500 Customers in First Week
Less than a week after unveiling its new Model S electric sedan, Tesla Motors revealed that it has already received 520 orders for the all-electric car despite the fact the company is still waiting on the $350 million federal loan required to build the Model S assembly plant.
25 things vanishing in America: The stick shift
It's hard to find a manual transmission these days. In 1980, J.D. Powers and Associates estimates that more than 35% of all cars sold had a stick shift. By 2005, that number had dropped to 6%. Four years later, finding a car with a manual transmission is a big challenge.
The Chevy Volt "is neither fish nor fowl and ends up being worse (in our opinion) than either a gasoline or pure electric vehicle," said Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors. "Plus you still have to deal with all the environmental issues of a gasoline engine."
Tesla Secures Over 500 Customers in First Week
Less than a week after unveiling its new Model S electric sedan, Tesla Motors revealed that it has already received 520 orders for the all-electric car despite the fact the company is still waiting on the $350 million federal loan required to build the Model S assembly plant.
25 things vanishing in America: The stick shift
It's hard to find a manual transmission these days. In 1980, J.D. Powers and Associates estimates that more than 35% of all cars sold had a stick shift. By 2005, that number had dropped to 6%. Four years later, finding a car with a manual transmission is a big challenge.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Google Street View Time-Lapse, Driving On Golden Gate...
Google Street View Time-Lapse, Driving On Golden Gate
An especially awesome development would be to automate this, requiring only a starting and a finishing point. Suddenly, the nightly rituals of Google Mapsing great drives or pleasant strolls would be even more fun.
KITT, Doc's DeLorean, More: The Best Cars Of TV & Film
An especially awesome development would be to automate this, requiring only a starting and a finishing point. Suddenly, the nightly rituals of Google Mapsing great drives or pleasant strolls would be even more fun.
KITT, Doc's DeLorean, More: The Best Cars Of TV & Film
Friday, April 3, 2009
32 Awesome Cars from Fast & Furious...
32 Awesome Cars from Fast & Furious
The hottest cars from each movie in the Fast & Furious movies.
Speed Demon device promotes safe driving
The U.S. inventor of the Speed Demon device that monitors drivers' speeds in relation to their location says it is intended to promote safe driving.
Bring On The Affordable Green Sports Cars
Affordable eco-conscious sports cars are coming, and soon. The Honda CR-Z hybrid, the Volkswagen BlueSport Roadster and the Toyota MR2 hybrid are poised to prove sports cars can be environmentally responsible and reasonably priced.
The hottest cars from each movie in the Fast & Furious movies.
Speed Demon device promotes safe driving
The U.S. inventor of the Speed Demon device that monitors drivers' speeds in relation to their location says it is intended to promote safe driving.
Bring On The Affordable Green Sports Cars
Affordable eco-conscious sports cars are coming, and soon. The Honda CR-Z hybrid, the Volkswagen BlueSport Roadster and the Toyota MR2 hybrid are poised to prove sports cars can be environmentally responsible and reasonably priced.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
GM asks U.S. gov't for $2.6 bln to build hybrids ...
GM asks U.S. gov't for $2.6 bln to build hybrids
General Motors Corp has asked for $2.6 billion of low interest government loans to support the development of three new hybrid vehicles, according to a business plan update released on Wednesday.
China Invests to Be Leader in Electric Vehicles
Chinese leaders have adopted a plan aimed at turning the country into one of the leading producers of hybrid and all-electric vehicles within three years, and making it the world leader in electric cars and buses after that. To some extent, China is making a virtue of a liability: by skipping the current technology, China hopes to get a jump ahead.
Secret Pics of Hyundai Concept Car Taken Before NY Auto Show
"In case you hadn't figured it out, you weren't meant to see these photos. At least not until the New York Auto Show opens it's doors on April 8th. But thanks to an observant R&T reader and his handy camera, we can bring you these exclusive photos of Hyundai's latest, secret concept car- the Nuvis HCD-11."
Electric (Motor) City
Michigan's governor says her state's future is battery-powered.
General Motors Corp has asked for $2.6 billion of low interest government loans to support the development of three new hybrid vehicles, according to a business plan update released on Wednesday.
China Invests to Be Leader in Electric Vehicles
Chinese leaders have adopted a plan aimed at turning the country into one of the leading producers of hybrid and all-electric vehicles within three years, and making it the world leader in electric cars and buses after that. To some extent, China is making a virtue of a liability: by skipping the current technology, China hopes to get a jump ahead.
Secret Pics of Hyundai Concept Car Taken Before NY Auto Show
"In case you hadn't figured it out, you weren't meant to see these photos. At least not until the New York Auto Show opens it's doors on April 8th. But thanks to an observant R&T reader and his handy camera, we can bring you these exclusive photos of Hyundai's latest, secret concept car- the Nuvis HCD-11."
Electric (Motor) City
Michigan's governor says her state's future is battery-powered.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Richard Cohen: Stop Giving My Money to GM and Chrysler...
Richard Cohen: Stop Giving My Money to GM and Chrysler
GM and Chrysler do not have the money to pay their bills. They are, in fact, deeply in debt and have almost depleted the $17.4 billion the federal government -- which is to say, you and I -- lent them only last December. Now they are asking for billions of dollars more -- $16.6 billion for GM and $5 billion for Chrysler. It will not end there.
Chinese Electric Cars Coming to Costco and Wal-Mart
The CEO of GS Motors — Kathleen Ligocki — told the Hybrid Cars website that she thinks the US will follow in Mexico’s footsteps. GS Motors sold 4,000 China-made vehicles in Mexico last year at…Costco and Wal-Mart.
Daily Show: Auto Crisis Turns Obama into Car Salesman
Sure, he doesn't have a checkered suit. Sure, he doesn't have a "Crazy," a "Fast," or a "Bucks" appended to the front of his name. Sure, he's actually the president. But Barack Obama can have you behind the wheel of your very own certified pre-owned Sebring faster and cheaper than the best of them.
Chevy Volt Will Survive and Prosper
It seems the White House is sincere about its intent to sustain GM either with or without bankruptcy. But how will the Volt fit in? Since the government now decides what stays and what goes, could the Volt get thrown out with the bathwater? To find out, on his last day I turned to none other than soon-to-be former GM vice-chairman Bob Lutz.
French Automaker Peugeot has fired its Chief Executive
Automaker Peugeot has fired its chief executive, replacing Christian Streiff with Philippe Varin, currently the CEO at Corus, an Anglo-Dutch steelmaker.
GM and Chrysler do not have the money to pay their bills. They are, in fact, deeply in debt and have almost depleted the $17.4 billion the federal government -- which is to say, you and I -- lent them only last December. Now they are asking for billions of dollars more -- $16.6 billion for GM and $5 billion for Chrysler. It will not end there.
Chinese Electric Cars Coming to Costco and Wal-Mart
The CEO of GS Motors — Kathleen Ligocki — told the Hybrid Cars website that she thinks the US will follow in Mexico’s footsteps. GS Motors sold 4,000 China-made vehicles in Mexico last year at…Costco and Wal-Mart.
Daily Show: Auto Crisis Turns Obama into Car Salesman
Sure, he doesn't have a checkered suit. Sure, he doesn't have a "Crazy," a "Fast," or a "Bucks" appended to the front of his name. Sure, he's actually the president. But Barack Obama can have you behind the wheel of your very own certified pre-owned Sebring faster and cheaper than the best of them.
Chevy Volt Will Survive and Prosper
It seems the White House is sincere about its intent to sustain GM either with or without bankruptcy. But how will the Volt fit in? Since the government now decides what stays and what goes, could the Volt get thrown out with the bathwater? To find out, on his last day I turned to none other than soon-to-be former GM vice-chairman Bob Lutz.
French Automaker Peugeot has fired its Chief Executive
Automaker Peugeot has fired its chief executive, replacing Christian Streiff with Philippe Varin, currently the CEO at Corus, an Anglo-Dutch steelmaker.
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