'Vulture' shoppers circle Chrysler dealers
As many prepare to be dropped by Chrysler, salesmen run up against sky-high customer expectations. Half price? Dream on.
Q&A: How Will GM Stay In Business?
Time is running out for General Motors Corp. to either restructure or file for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 11. The U.S. automaker faces a Monday deadline set by the federal government to decide.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
GM trying to unload Saturn, Hummer ...
GM trying to unload Saturn, Hummer
“Obviously our interest is to have these brands find a home outside of GM and to continue as a business that can grow and flourish,” GM spokesman John M.McDonald said. “At the same time, I don’t think there’s any illusion: We need to restructure GM, and as we restructure GM there’s no room for those brands.”
“Obviously our interest is to have these brands find a home outside of GM and to continue as a business that can grow and flourish,” GM spokesman John M.McDonald said. “At the same time, I don’t think there’s any illusion: We need to restructure GM, and as we restructure GM there’s no room for those brands.”
Friday, May 29, 2009
Exclusive 100 MPG Hummer H3 Plug-In Test Drive ...
Exclusive 100 MPG Hummer H3 Plug-In Test Drive
What it's like to slide behind the wheel of Raser's plug-in prototype on real roads. Is the 100-mpg Hummer ready for prime time?
What it's like to slide behind the wheel of Raser's plug-in prototype on real roads. Is the 100-mpg Hummer ready for prime time?
Thursday, May 28, 2009
400 HP Electric Racer To Take On 2011 Le Mans...
400 HP Electric Racer To Take On 2011 Le Mans
With 400 hp and a top speed of 171 mph, the electric race car concept pushes 1,475 lb-ft of torque up to 100 mph then drops it to 590 lb-ft for high-speed traction. It’s powered by two 30kW lithium-ion batteries charged by flexcell photovoltaic solar panels.
Colombian SWAT "Riot Vehicle" with Water Cannon [PICS]
Riot vehicles are used on a daily basis in Colombia. This is why the vehicle specs are very high. The vehicles have to be able to move & shoot water at the same time. This is achieved by using an additional Cummins diesel engine. The water requirements are twice the international standards. They have to hold at least 11,500 liters of water.
With 400 hp and a top speed of 171 mph, the electric race car concept pushes 1,475 lb-ft of torque up to 100 mph then drops it to 590 lb-ft for high-speed traction. It’s powered by two 30kW lithium-ion batteries charged by flexcell photovoltaic solar panels.
Colombian SWAT "Riot Vehicle" with Water Cannon [PICS]
Riot vehicles are used on a daily basis in Colombia. This is why the vehicle specs are very high. The vehicles have to be able to move & shoot water at the same time. This is achieved by using an additional Cummins diesel engine. The water requirements are twice the international standards. They have to hold at least 11,500 liters of water.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Ultra-futuristic concept vehicles ...
Ultra-futuristic concept vehicles
What will automobiles look like 50 years down the road? If they turn out to be anything like these concepts from the design studios of four major automakers, we are in for quite a ride.
20 of the Biggest Car Fails of All Time
Below is a list of the 20 most disastrous cars, in chronological order, and what about them made them terrible investments.
What will automobiles look like 50 years down the road? If they turn out to be anything like these concepts from the design studios of four major automakers, we are in for quite a ride.
20 of the Biggest Car Fails of All Time
Below is a list of the 20 most disastrous cars, in chronological order, and what about them made them terrible investments.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
A little overkill......
A little overkill...
The 10 Coolest American Military Land Vehicles [PICS]
Is there a better way to honor those who served than honoring the vehicles they served in? Probably. But there's no more Jalopnik way of doing it than with a list of fierce olive American metal.
The 10 Coolest American Military Land Vehicles [PICS]
Is there a better way to honor those who served than honoring the vehicles they served in? Probably. But there's no more Jalopnik way of doing it than with a list of fierce olive American metal.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Which are the worst states for tickets?...
Which are the worst states for tickets?
The National Motorists Association ranked the worst places to drive due to what they characterize as unfair traffic laws and public monitoring. The group, which takes a libertarian view of traffic laws, was founded in 1982 as part of an effort to fight against a nationwide 55 mph speed limit.
Tesla now worth half GM's value
From the what-a-world department: Daimler AG's $50 million investment in Tesla Motors this week means the San Carlos electric car maker is worth roughly half the value of the world's largest auto manufacturer, General Motors Corp.
The National Motorists Association ranked the worst places to drive due to what they characterize as unfair traffic laws and public monitoring. The group, which takes a libertarian view of traffic laws, was founded in 1982 as part of an effort to fight against a nationwide 55 mph speed limit.
Tesla now worth half GM's value
From the what-a-world department: Daimler AG's $50 million investment in Tesla Motors this week means the San Carlos electric car maker is worth roughly half the value of the world's largest auto manufacturer, General Motors Corp.
Saturday, May 23, 2009
Guy Builds Electric Motorcycle Outta Junk...
Guy Builds Electric Motorcycle Outta Junk
Tony Parker Has Built An Electric Bike Made From Junk. He Also Made A Solar And Wind-Powered Charging Station For The Bike.
OnStar Helps Survival Rates, CDC Says
The Center for Disease Control has published a study of two years' worth of data that shows vehicles with OnStar and other automatic crash-notification systems can give critical patients a better chance at surviving.
Tony Parker Has Built An Electric Bike Made From Junk. He Also Made A Solar And Wind-Powered Charging Station For The Bike.
OnStar Helps Survival Rates, CDC Says
The Center for Disease Control has published a study of two years' worth of data that shows vehicles with OnStar and other automatic crash-notification systems can give critical patients a better chance at surviving.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Jay Leno Drives and Reviews the Aptera 2e - 3 Wheeled EV...
Jay Leno Drives and Reviews the Aptera 2e - 3 Wheeled EV
Of course, as funky looking as the 2e is, no review would be complete without putting it through its paces, and Leno does just that. Hurtling down the freeway, he praises its "George Jetson feel" and insists that it's fun to drive. The three-wheeled Aptera's only shortcoming? Dodging road hazards: "If you see a pothole in the road, you're gonna hi
David Letterman Tells GM He Wants the First Chevy Volt
GM vice chairman Bob Lutz brought the Chevy Volt electric car on Late Night with David Letterman. Letterman seemed very impressed with the car and told Lutz he wanted the first one.
Sen. Hatch Pimpin' New 100MPG Hummer on Capitol Hill
A Hummer that gets 100 miles to the gallon is virtually unheard of, but Raser Technologies along with Sen. Hutch from Utah displayed a GM H3 that will hopefully push the development of plug-in hybrid technology towards the realm of consumer affordability.
1 in 4 admit to driving while texting
The most shocking statistic revealed in the report is that one in four mobile phone users drive while texting. Specifically, 26% of drivers text while driving.
The Future Of Cars, Circa 1999 [PICS]
Automotive designers in 1999 foresaw a 2009 populated by compressed natural gas-powered cars, huge 16-cylinder engines and crossover vehicles. At least they got one right.
Of course, as funky looking as the 2e is, no review would be complete without putting it through its paces, and Leno does just that. Hurtling down the freeway, he praises its "George Jetson feel" and insists that it's fun to drive. The three-wheeled Aptera's only shortcoming? Dodging road hazards: "If you see a pothole in the road, you're gonna hi
David Letterman Tells GM He Wants the First Chevy Volt
GM vice chairman Bob Lutz brought the Chevy Volt electric car on Late Night with David Letterman. Letterman seemed very impressed with the car and told Lutz he wanted the first one.
Sen. Hatch Pimpin' New 100MPG Hummer on Capitol Hill
A Hummer that gets 100 miles to the gallon is virtually unheard of, but Raser Technologies along with Sen. Hutch from Utah displayed a GM H3 that will hopefully push the development of plug-in hybrid technology towards the realm of consumer affordability.
1 in 4 admit to driving while texting
The most shocking statistic revealed in the report is that one in four mobile phone users drive while texting. Specifically, 26% of drivers text while driving.
The Future Of Cars, Circa 1999 [PICS]
Automotive designers in 1999 foresaw a 2009 populated by compressed natural gas-powered cars, huge 16-cylinder engines and crossover vehicles. At least they got one right.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
67 Ways NOT To Sell A Car...
67 Ways NOT To Sell A Car
If you ever plan to sell a car, this is your bible. Pay particular attention to #67.
The Eight Dumbest Car Thieves
Despite what Hollywood blockbusters such as "Gone in Sixty Seconds," "Heat" and "Catch Me If You Can" would have us believe, most criminals are not masterminds. Here are eight real car thieves who prove that those too lazy to get what they want through hard work and determination are prone to failure.
If you ever plan to sell a car, this is your bible. Pay particular attention to #67.
The Eight Dumbest Car Thieves
Despite what Hollywood blockbusters such as "Gone in Sixty Seconds," "Heat" and "Catch Me If You Can" would have us believe, most criminals are not masterminds. Here are eight real car thieves who prove that those too lazy to get what they want through hard work and determination are prone to failure.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
How to Create the Ultimate Man Cave [PICS]...
How to Create the Ultimate Man Cave [PICS]
The man cave. A mythical masculine lair filled with automotive goodies and toys designed to make a man happy. Here's how to create your very own man cave in ten easy steps.
How to Fix Squeaky Brakes
Don't put up with that awful caterwauling noise when you drive. Most car brake noise is easy to fix.
Pontiac Stinger: Zach Morris' Dream Car
The car of the future will be neon green ... and apparently made by Nerf and Lego.
Post: As Detroit Crumbles, China Emerges as Auto Epicenter
America's auto titans are dismantling their global empires. But across the Pacific, it's as if the global economic forces that have pummeled Detroit never struck. Chinese auto sales are up, and this year China is projected to displace Japan as the world's largest car producer.
The man cave. A mythical masculine lair filled with automotive goodies and toys designed to make a man happy. Here's how to create your very own man cave in ten easy steps.
How to Fix Squeaky Brakes
Don't put up with that awful caterwauling noise when you drive. Most car brake noise is easy to fix.
Pontiac Stinger: Zach Morris' Dream Car
The car of the future will be neon green ... and apparently made by Nerf and Lego.
Post: As Detroit Crumbles, China Emerges as Auto Epicenter
America's auto titans are dismantling their global empires. But across the Pacific, it's as if the global economic forces that have pummeled Detroit never struck. Chinese auto sales are up, and this year China is projected to displace Japan as the world's largest car producer.
Monday, May 18, 2009
CBS News: For Car Dealers, Shock Turning To Anger...
CBS News: For Car Dealers, Shock Turning To Anger
Jim Anderer says it's nothing short of grand theft auto that Chrysler is forcing his Long Island Jeep dealership to close - he's been there for 22 years. Forty eight jobs and millions of dollars of inventory are on the line. Anderer is not going quietly. "There's been a gun put to my head," Anderer said. "I have no choice. I'm going to sue."
Technology could stop speeding and crashes
A device that could dramatically reduce the number of collisions by eliminating driver error is to be tested in Europe. The system uses technology similar to wi-fi to enable vehicles to communicate with each other, sharing information about their speed and location, to determine when a crash is imminent.
No Sprinklers? Eleven Fire Engines Gutted at Fire College
Blackened by smoke and burnt out by flames, this was the scene of destruction left by an almighty blaze - at Britain's Fire Service College. Dozens of firefighters were called in to try and tackle the inferno at a workshop where the flames damaged 11 fire engines. The vehicles could have been saved - if the buildings had sprinklers installed.
CEO Promises GM Has New Vehicles That Will Blow You Away
GM CEO Fritz Henderson took to he web to field questions from the public. He was asked about how GM will flesh out its new lower number of brands. "We have big product and technology plans for all our brands," he said. "I promise you that we have new vehicles that will blow you away.”
NY Times: The End of the Supersedans?
Money and sense can still get blown into the weeds by street-going supersedans that can exceed 180 mph. With 400 or 500 horsepower — and more — these cars aren’t just fast. Some rank among the most formidable production cars in history. But like the fast cars of the previous golden era of speed, the latest versions could soon be rendered extinct.
Jim Anderer says it's nothing short of grand theft auto that Chrysler is forcing his Long Island Jeep dealership to close - he's been there for 22 years. Forty eight jobs and millions of dollars of inventory are on the line. Anderer is not going quietly. "There's been a gun put to my head," Anderer said. "I have no choice. I'm going to sue."
Technology could stop speeding and crashes
A device that could dramatically reduce the number of collisions by eliminating driver error is to be tested in Europe. The system uses technology similar to wi-fi to enable vehicles to communicate with each other, sharing information about their speed and location, to determine when a crash is imminent.
No Sprinklers? Eleven Fire Engines Gutted at Fire College
Blackened by smoke and burnt out by flames, this was the scene of destruction left by an almighty blaze - at Britain's Fire Service College. Dozens of firefighters were called in to try and tackle the inferno at a workshop where the flames damaged 11 fire engines. The vehicles could have been saved - if the buildings had sprinklers installed.
CEO Promises GM Has New Vehicles That Will Blow You Away
GM CEO Fritz Henderson took to he web to field questions from the public. He was asked about how GM will flesh out its new lower number of brands. "We have big product and technology plans for all our brands," he said. "I promise you that we have new vehicles that will blow you away.”
NY Times: The End of the Supersedans?
Money and sense can still get blown into the weeds by street-going supersedans that can exceed 180 mph. With 400 or 500 horsepower — and more — these cars aren’t just fast. Some rank among the most formidable production cars in history. But like the fast cars of the previous golden era of speed, the latest versions could soon be rendered extinct.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Federal Judge Shuts Down Car Warranty Robocallers...
Federal Judge Shuts Down Car Warranty Robocallers
"Oh hell no!" Federal District Judge John F. Grady told a marauding group of car warranty robocallers who managed to annoy pretty much everyone over the past few months. The judge slapped two Florida companies with an immediate restraining order and froze their assets, which should be enough to finally end those maddening robocalls.
The Future of Speed
Just in time for the total depletion of your 401(k), Lotus makes its greatest case yet for a momentary lapse of reason...
"Oh hell no!" Federal District Judge John F. Grady told a marauding group of car warranty robocallers who managed to annoy pretty much everyone over the past few months. The judge slapped two Florida companies with an immediate restraining order and froze their assets, which should be enough to finally end those maddening robocalls.
The Future of Speed
Just in time for the total depletion of your 401(k), Lotus makes its greatest case yet for a momentary lapse of reason...
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Algae-Powered Big Rig Transforms Into A Train!...
Algae-Powered Big Rig Transforms Into A Train!
The Chiron Transportation concept transforms between both a big rig and a locomotive. Powered by an algae-based fuel cell engine, the Autobot-wannabe also comes with a satellite tracking system for navigating railways efficiently.
GM Cuts 1100 Dealers
GM has 15 days to meet a government deadline to successfully restructure or else enter bankruptcy. Today 1100 GM dealers will get their pink skips. This represents 18% of the total GM dealerships. Those getting letters will be told their contracts which expire in October 2010 shall not be renewed.
The Chiron Transportation concept transforms between both a big rig and a locomotive. Powered by an algae-based fuel cell engine, the Autobot-wannabe also comes with a satellite tracking system for navigating railways efficiently.
GM Cuts 1100 Dealers
GM has 15 days to meet a government deadline to successfully restructure or else enter bankruptcy. Today 1100 GM dealers will get their pink skips. This represents 18% of the total GM dealerships. Those getting letters will be told their contracts which expire in October 2010 shall not be renewed.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Man Builds World's First Fully Solar Motorcycle...
Man Builds World's First Fully Solar Motorcycle
Richard Gryzch sold his house and other motorbikes to build a fully sun-powered motorcycle.
Pa... Is This What Them Folks Call a Carpool? (PIC)
The ultimate car accessory?
3 ways you, too, can build your own 4WD vehicle
The 4WD vehicle you choose to build is directly related to the level of off-road capability you expect from it—some platforms and components are simply better suited to the axle-twisting rigors of an off-road trail than others. But how extreme should you go?
From Road to Sky: Auto Engines that Fly
Ever looked at the blown, nitromethane-guzzling 9000 horsepower engine of a Top Fuel Dragster and wondered, could I slap that thing in Beechcraft and break the sound barrier? Maybe you could...
Richard Gryzch sold his house and other motorbikes to build a fully sun-powered motorcycle.
Pa... Is This What Them Folks Call a Carpool? (PIC)
The ultimate car accessory?
3 ways you, too, can build your own 4WD vehicle
The 4WD vehicle you choose to build is directly related to the level of off-road capability you expect from it—some platforms and components are simply better suited to the axle-twisting rigors of an off-road trail than others. But how extreme should you go?
From Road to Sky: Auto Engines that Fly
Ever looked at the blown, nitromethane-guzzling 9000 horsepower engine of a Top Fuel Dragster and wondered, could I slap that thing in Beechcraft and break the sound barrier? Maybe you could...
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Illustrated: Ferrari's 700+ hp Enzo successor!...
Illustrated: Ferrari's 700+ hp Enzo successor!
Considered by many enthusiasts as the ultimate modern Ferrari, the limited-edition Enzo's replacement will be a tough act to follow up for the Italian automaker. The second-generation Enzo, also named after the marque's illustrious founder, promises to take performance – and, surprisingly, efficiency – to a new level.
WTF - GM to import China-made vehicles by 2011???
I do not believe this. Do we have to sacrifice quality to save our auto industry? This is insane decision.
Considered by many enthusiasts as the ultimate modern Ferrari, the limited-edition Enzo's replacement will be a tough act to follow up for the Italian automaker. The second-generation Enzo, also named after the marque's illustrious founder, promises to take performance – and, surprisingly, efficiency – to a new level.
WTF - GM to import China-made vehicles by 2011???
I do not believe this. Do we have to sacrifice quality to save our auto industry? This is insane decision.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Jay Leno's Garage - 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS...
Jay Leno's Garage - 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS
After seven long years, the iconic Camaro is finally back on the road.
Wisconsin court upholds GPS tracking by police
Wisconsin police can attach GPS to cars tosecretly track anybody's movements without obtaining searchwarrants, an appeals court ruled Thursday.Guess we've buried - or at least, Wisconsin has buried, the Fourth Amendment. Wisconsin - why aren't YOU DOING SOMETHING ABOUT THIS?
After seven long years, the iconic Camaro is finally back on the road.
Wisconsin court upholds GPS tracking by police
Wisconsin police can attach GPS to cars tosecretly track anybody's movements without obtaining searchwarrants, an appeals court ruled Thursday.Guess we've buried - or at least, Wisconsin has buried, the Fourth Amendment. Wisconsin - why aren't YOU DOING SOMETHING ABOUT THIS?
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
50 Years of the Mini [Pics]...
50 Years of the Mini [Pics]
Looking back over the past half century of a British design icon.
Easter Eggs in Car Design
check out these cool easter eggs hidden in recent cars
Chysler-Fiat: The Expected Lineup for 2012
If all goes as planned, the hallmark moneymakers at Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep will be joined by new small cars engineered by Fiat and built in the U.S. or abroad. Among them: sporty hatchbacks, cute city cars and maybe a convertible or two. A few models on the bubble may survive, too, though their future's a little more hazy.
Can a Golf Ball Covering Shed MPGs?
The mounting pressure from legislators to improve fuel economy means automakers are sweating the details to eke out all the miles per gallon they can get. Every system on a new vehicle is optimized to return the best fuel economy, given the available technology and that vehicle's specific mission.
Futuristic Honda F-uzo Hover Concept Car [PICS]
We have always heard and fantasized that we will have flying cars in future which will take us to the skies. Now, it appears that time is quite near. Designer John Mahieddine has build a concept design for Honda which is a hover car.
Ford Worker Builds 125 MPG Street Rocket
The street legal, two-passenger, 3-wheel motorbike that is made from aircraft materials. Oh, and it is capable of a top speed of over 100 mph.
Looking back over the past half century of a British design icon.
Easter Eggs in Car Design
check out these cool easter eggs hidden in recent cars
Chysler-Fiat: The Expected Lineup for 2012
If all goes as planned, the hallmark moneymakers at Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep will be joined by new small cars engineered by Fiat and built in the U.S. or abroad. Among them: sporty hatchbacks, cute city cars and maybe a convertible or two. A few models on the bubble may survive, too, though their future's a little more hazy.
Can a Golf Ball Covering Shed MPGs?
The mounting pressure from legislators to improve fuel economy means automakers are sweating the details to eke out all the miles per gallon they can get. Every system on a new vehicle is optimized to return the best fuel economy, given the available technology and that vehicle's specific mission.
Futuristic Honda F-uzo Hover Concept Car [PICS]
We have always heard and fantasized that we will have flying cars in future which will take us to the skies. Now, it appears that time is quite near. Designer John Mahieddine has build a concept design for Honda which is a hover car.
Ford Worker Builds 125 MPG Street Rocket
The street legal, two-passenger, 3-wheel motorbike that is made from aircraft materials. Oh, and it is capable of a top speed of over 100 mph.
Monday, May 11, 2009
US Fidelis: The warranty on your vehicle is about to expire!...
US Fidelis: The warranty on your vehicle is about to expire!
More and more Americans are receiving calls with a computerized voice saying, "This is the final notice. The factory warranty on your vehicle is about to expire," several times a day on their cell or land lines. "This is an annoying scam whose perpetrators have found a way around the do-not-call list," U.S. Senator Schumer says...
Map of Potholes in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. of A.
Tesla CEO Says Electric Cars Trump Plug-In Hybrids [VIDEO]
Elon Musk is an entrepreneur and chairman of Tesla Motors. In this video he discusses why electric vehicles trump plug-in hybrids.
Vegan wants ILVTOFU on license plate. 2BAD, state says.
"It could be misinterpreted in a way that suggests that she likes something other than tofu," explained revenue department spokesman Mark Couch.Application denied.
Chinese Car Crushed in 40 MPH Crash Test
Video of a 64km/h (40 mph) car crash test in Moscow. The car shows no structural integrity whatsoever.
More and more Americans are receiving calls with a computerized voice saying, "This is the final notice. The factory warranty on your vehicle is about to expire," several times a day on their cell or land lines. "This is an annoying scam whose perpetrators have found a way around the do-not-call list," U.S. Senator Schumer says...
Map of Potholes in Greater Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. of A.
Tesla CEO Says Electric Cars Trump Plug-In Hybrids [VIDEO]
Elon Musk is an entrepreneur and chairman of Tesla Motors. In this video he discusses why electric vehicles trump plug-in hybrids.
Vegan wants ILVTOFU on license plate. 2BAD, state says.
"It could be misinterpreted in a way that suggests that she likes something other than tofu," explained revenue department spokesman Mark Couch.Application denied.
Chinese Car Crushed in 40 MPH Crash Test
Video of a 64km/h (40 mph) car crash test in Moscow. The car shows no structural integrity whatsoever.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Get The F*ck Out of My Parking Spot! (Video)...
Get The F*ck Out of My Parking Spot! (Video)
Two people pull into the same spot at the same time. One insane lady (really) thinks the spot is hers. The ending of this is a priceless WTF moment.
Two people pull into the same spot at the same time. One insane lady (really) thinks the spot is hers. The ending of this is a priceless WTF moment.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
The Ultimate Station Wagon...
The Ultimate Station Wagon
The Maserati Quattroporte Bellagio Fastback Touring. Built by Carrozzeria Touring—the people who invented superleggera in the 30s—, it was first shown at last year’s edition of the Concorso d’Eleganza, an event to which it has now returned unannounced, parked by a gift shop that sells swooningly expensive silk scarves.
The Maserati Quattroporte Bellagio Fastback Touring. Built by Carrozzeria Touring—the people who invented superleggera in the 30s—, it was first shown at last year’s edition of the Concorso d’Eleganza, an event to which it has now returned unannounced, parked by a gift shop that sells swooningly expensive silk scarves.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
40-MPG, 450-Horsepower Hydrogen Scorpion Unveiled...
40-MPG, 450-Horsepower Hydrogen Scorpion Unveiled
A Texas startup has finally pulled the wraps off its 40-mpg, 450-horsepower Scorpion roadster, a hand-built hydrogen-burning "eco-exotic" that is sexier than Angelina Jolie and has the performance to provide more grins than nitrous oxide.
Chocolate-powered racing car revealed
Unveiled: a Formula 3 racing car with a top speed of 145mph, made of vegetables and powered by chocolate.
10 Most Lethal Driving Mistakes
From not buckling up to not getting enough shut-eye, here's a rundown of the 10 most common mistakes motorists make.
A Texas startup has finally pulled the wraps off its 40-mpg, 450-horsepower Scorpion roadster, a hand-built hydrogen-burning "eco-exotic" that is sexier than Angelina Jolie and has the performance to provide more grins than nitrous oxide.
Chocolate-powered racing car revealed
Unveiled: a Formula 3 racing car with a top speed of 145mph, made of vegetables and powered by chocolate.
10 Most Lethal Driving Mistakes
From not buckling up to not getting enough shut-eye, here's a rundown of the 10 most common mistakes motorists make.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Texting While Driving Kills Virtual Pedestrians...
Texting While Driving Kills Virtual Pedestrians
Several studies have shown that distractions while driving, such as texting, can be dangerous. New research confirms these findings among teens. The study of 21 teens in a driving simulator found that while texting or searching their MP3 music players they changed speed dramatically, wove in an out of their lanes, and ran over virtual pedestrians..
Several studies have shown that distractions while driving, such as texting, can be dangerous. New research confirms these findings among teens. The study of 21 teens in a driving simulator found that while texting or searching their MP3 music players they changed speed dramatically, wove in an out of their lanes, and ran over virtual pedestrians..
Monday, May 4, 2009
How to get 100 miles per gallon...
How to get 100 miles per gallon
# Adjusting the way you drive can save you money on gas# Expert: Anticipate traffic stops, take foot off accelerator and coast when possible# It takes a lot more energy (gas) to 75 mph than 65 mph# Don't accelerate too slowly in hybrid and keep batteries charged
The Chinese Even Bootleg Whole Cars [pics]
Why drop $400k on a RR when you can get the pirated version for $30k...
Time For A Trade-In
Prius-style hybrids may become the first victims of the disruptive technology shift that'shitting the auto industry.
# Adjusting the way you drive can save you money on gas# Expert: Anticipate traffic stops, take foot off accelerator and coast when possible# It takes a lot more energy (gas) to 75 mph than 65 mph# Don't accelerate too slowly in hybrid and keep batteries charged
The Chinese Even Bootleg Whole Cars [pics]
Why drop $400k on a RR when you can get the pirated version for $30k...
Time For A Trade-In
Prius-style hybrids may become the first victims of the disruptive technology shift that'shitting the auto industry.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Honda Hydrogen CB750 Motorbike...
Honda Hydrogen CB750 Motorbike
This updated design runs on a four-cylinder liquid hydrogen engine emitting only water. And the whole thing is controlled through a 5” OLED multi-touch display positioned right above the fuel tank. The iPhone-esque controller has three menus: GPS, Drive Modes and Diagnostics.
Look guys I can Tokyo Drift!
This updated design runs on a four-cylinder liquid hydrogen engine emitting only water. And the whole thing is controlled through a 5” OLED multi-touch display positioned right above the fuel tank. The iPhone-esque controller has three menus: GPS, Drive Modes and Diagnostics.
Look guys I can Tokyo Drift!
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Florida officers will race anyone over the age of 18 for $25...
Florida officers will race anyone over the age of 18 for $25
Police officers are redirecting people from the street to the County Line Drag Way. The program is called Beat the Heat. Once a month, officers will race anyone over the age of 18 for $25.
Police officers are redirecting people from the street to the County Line Drag Way. The program is called Beat the Heat. Once a month, officers will race anyone over the age of 18 for $25.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Dave Letterman Bashes the Chevy Volt on National Television ...
Dave Letterman Bashes the Chevy Volt on National Television
Letterman said “the Volt has a range of 40 miles, that’ll get you down the driveway and back.” He said the range is “insane”, “ridiculous”, and “crap.” Dave didn’t seem to know or care about the range extender or the fact that most people drive less than 40 miles per day.
Chrysler lender talks break off
Talks between Chrysler LLC's lenders and the Treasury Department to reduce the automaker's $6.9 billion in secured debt and keep it out of bankruptcy protection have disintegrated, a person familiar with the talks said early Thursday.
Letterman said “the Volt has a range of 40 miles, that’ll get you down the driveway and back.” He said the range is “insane”, “ridiculous”, and “crap.” Dave didn’t seem to know or care about the range extender or the fact that most people drive less than 40 miles per day.
Chrysler lender talks break off
Talks between Chrysler LLC's lenders and the Treasury Department to reduce the automaker's $6.9 billion in secured debt and keep it out of bankruptcy protection have disintegrated, a person familiar with the talks said early Thursday.
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