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There's something about GINA

Xiarria — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:11:39

GINA is about being remarkable. And being remarkable, whether it be in the domains of design, engineering or marketing, takes guts... It's about guts, in other words, and GINA is an tangible expression of those held by the brave folks from Munich.

Japan's automakers focus on weight loss, one ounce at a time

Menthos — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:30:21

Automakers across the globe are in a frenzy to produce highly efficient, fuel saving vehicles that remain relatively inexpensive, yet still offering the modern conveniences and safety features consumers have grown to expect. While development on advanced drivetrains is going strong at almost every automaker, Japan's big four (Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Mazda) realize that performance and efficiency gains aren't the exclusive purview of what's under the hood.

Amazing 110 mpg Mustang Runs on Hot Air and Cattle Manure

Scrivs — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:38:05

Recently the BS-o-meter of many forum members was tripped by a guy claiming to get 110 mpg out of his 1987 Ford Mustang. Though the claim seems a little ridiculous, and I think most people would be quick to dismiss it, the fact that it’s getting some media attention warrants a debunking.

The BMW Museum's kinetic sculpture takes your brain to another dimension

Scrivs — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:40:00

Ready to have your gray matter softly stroked? Perhaps you should take a trip to BMW's recently opened museum in Munich, where a kinetic sculpture comprising 714 metallic balls suspended in air will soothe your weary mind. It's one of those things that's better seen than described, but if you can imagine a wave of undulating orbs that appear to weightlessly float, you'll start to get the idea. Can't afford the flight? Check out the video -- which features some serious easy listening jams -- after the break and see the installation in action.

Prius 'to be part solar-powered'

Scrivs — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:40:37

Toyota is planning to add solar-powered air conditioning to high-end models of its Prius hybrid cars, a report says.

Mercedes to Cut Petroleum Out of Lineup by 2015

Menthos — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 05:05:27

In less than 7 years, Mercedes-Benz plans to ditch petroleum-powered vehicles from its lineup. Focusing on electric, fuel cell, and biofuels, the company is revving up research in alternative fuel sources and efficiency.

Low Cost Gas Engine Innovation Doubles Fuel Economy

Menthos — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 05:09:06

Revetec, a little known company from the Gold Coast region of Australia, may be on to something huge: they’ve created an engine that is 50% smaller, 50% lighter, has 50% lower emissions and is cheaper to manufacture than a conventional internal combustion engine of the same horsepower. Oh yeah, did I mention that it doubles the fuel economy too.

Used Cars Make A Comeback

Menthos — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 05:09:58

A shortage of new, popular and fuel-efficient vehicles has sparked interest and a surge in demand for older, fuel-efficient models in the used-car market. The same cars that were cheaper and virtually ignored last year are now selling at a premium, thanks to gas prices that have topped $4 a gallon.

Ferrari Building a Smaller, Lighter, Quicker Enzo

Menthos — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 05:14:27

The go-fast gurus at Ferrari are working on a successor to the jaw-dropping Enzo that could be the lightest, quickest two-seater ever to roll out of Maranello.

The Electric Car Lives

Tyme — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 15:44:20

Backed by U.S. venture capital, Norwegian company Think is betting its Ox concept vehicle can prove the electric car's time has finally arrived.

How a Corvette is built

Tyme — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:15:42

Pictures from the Corvette assembly plant in Bowling Green, KY., where Corvettes have been built since 1981. They make approximately 148 cars a day.

13 Things Your Car Mechanic Won't Tell You

Tyme — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:44:07

Real mechanics give you the inside scoop on the tricks of the trade.

Toyota promises plug-in hybrid vehicle by 2010

Tyme — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:45:16

Toyota is introducing a plug-in hybrid with next-generation lithium-ion batteries in Japan, the U.S. and Europe by 2010, under a widespread strategy to be green outlined Wednesday.

The Ten Craziest Concept Cars Of All Time

Scrivs — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 04:53:14

BMW's GINA concept car today got us to thinking about concept cars in general. They exist at the inflection point where our dreams and technology meet. Whether we yearn for nuclear power, extreme performance or phallic shapes, we have the concept car to thank for pointing us toward the uncertain future. And while not all concept cars see the light of day, the automotive wishes of yesterday often influence the driving realities of today. With the help of some of our readers, we've put together a top ten list of what we believe are the most insane concept cars ever created. We'll leave it to you to pick the craziest in the poll below.

Super Slim Lumeneo Smera EV

Menthos — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:10:22

With oil prices at a record high, it comes as no surprise to find alternative vehicles such as the Lumeneo Smera catching the eye of car enthusiasts everywhere.

College Drinking and Heart Problems

Menthos — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:18:50

New research from the American Heart Association (AHA) reveals that college students who drink excessively can double their levels of something known as C-reactive protein (CRP), a biological marker for inflammation that has been associated with a higher chance of cardiovascular problems.

BMW GINA Light Visionary Model concept car pictures

Scrivs — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 09:45:46

BMW has unveiled its GINA Light Visionary Model concept car on June 10, 2008. The BMW Gina Light Visionary concept car showcases the direction that BMW’s designs may take, and new materials and technologies that BMW plans to adopt in the future.

Toyota develops new fuel cell hybrid

Scrivs — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 23:07:30

Toyota has developed a new fuel cell hybrid, a green car powered by hydrogen and electricity, that can travel more than twice the distance of its predecessor model without filling up, the automaker said Friday.

9 Summer Offers That Will Give You Gas

Tyme — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 06:29:10

The price at the pump isn’t going down soon, but if you’re looking to do some shopping, there just might be some free gas in it for you. Here are some special promotions from 9 companies looking to give you gas.

Digital advertising coming to a car near you

Tyme — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 03:31:42

With send/receive capabilities and overall bandwidth improving, local contextual advertising, perhaps rich-media-based, is just around the corner. Google already allows users in Europe to send directions from the web to maps on connected dashboards. Microsoft is working on a system through its Sync technology to provide ad-supported, location-based information for which users would normally pay.

Norway's Think to Produce, Sell Smell Electric Cars in US

Scrivs — Fri, 30 May 2008 19:53:19

Norway's Think Global AS, with backing from U.S. venture capital investors, plans to produce and sell a small all-electric car in the U.S. that could go as far as 110 miles when fully charged – fresh evidence that the race to woo American consumers with electric cars is heating up and drawing interest from the same investors that helped build Silicon Valley.

Offensive Driving Lessons: More Fun, More Punch, More Crunch

Tyme — Thu, 29 May 2008 08:49:38

Ricci teaches evasive driving techniques to SWAT teams, Fortune 500 security firms, and private contractors bound for Iraq. He's giving me the short course: navigating cone slaloms, slamming on the brakes at freeway speeds, executing neck-snapping J-turns (spinning a car 180 degrees and reversing course within a single lane). Such skills could help me flee, say, an ambush in an alley. And that's all well and good. But I don't want to just escape. I want to learn how to use a car to kick ass.

With Gas Prices Rising and the Planet Warming, Is It Time To Drive 55 Again?

Tyme — Thu, 29 May 2008 08:53:17

Congress adopted a nationwide 55 mph speed limit law during the oil embargo of the 1970s and threatened to withhold highway funding for any state that didn't comply. It repealed the law 13 years ago, when oil was cheap and gas plentiful. But with prices going through the roof and everyone worried about global warming, there are increasing calls for Congress to bring back the double-nickel speed limit.

10 Quick Fuel Efficiency Tips to Beat the Gas Crunch

Tyme — Wed, 28 May 2008 15:39:18

As the next generation of hypermilers develops new ways to hack your car's fuel economy, our guest MPG geek breaks down the vehicle mods, driving habits and common-sense fixes you need to know to max out your tank.

Grassoline: Can we fuel cars with grass?

Tyme — Mon, 26 May 2008 23:08:24

Can we power cars with grass? Proponents of cellulosic ethanol made from fast-growing switchgrass believe we can. But food and gas prices are both on the rise, and critics fear we'll stop growing food to grow fuel.

Lotus Supercar Spied Under Cover

Mike — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 01:44:23

Not much to see... yet.

Most Expensive Cars To Repair

Tyme — Thu, 22 May 2008 06:03:58

List of the 21 most expensive cars to repair.

VW Will Sell a 200 MPG Car in 2010

Scrivs — Wed, 21 May 2008 06:41:27

VW has been talking for a long time about their L1 concept, so called because it uses a measly 1 liter of gasoline to go 100 km. For us Americans, that translates to about 230 miles per gallon. Of course, the amazing mileage comes at a price. The car is tiny, more of a tobaggon than a car. The single passenger actually sits behind the driver, like in a small airplane.

Another Ferrari spontaneously combusts

Tyme — Mon, 19 May 2008 09:09:39

Ferraris are best known for their looks, performance, and exclusivity, but lately, it seems one could add flammability to that list of attributes.

Production Ford Transit Connect SportVan debuts

Tyme — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:35:27

Ford of Europe has announced the Transit Connect SportVan, which comes fully equipped with Performance Blue paint, Ford GT-style racing stripe, and seven-spoke 18-inch rims. Power comes from a 1.8L Duratorq TDCi diesel, which likely won't set the streets ablaze, but Ford provides some sporty features to make the working man's Mini Cooper feel fast.

Mustang gets Aston Martin Vanquish V12

Tyme — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:37:09

View a video of a very well-modified Mustang that has the face of a GT500, the butt of a Saleen, and the heart of an Aston. If you thought the throaty V8 of a stock GT was music to your ears, the silky smooth symphony coming from the Vanquish V12 is better than Bach. The best part of the video comes about a minute in when the snugly-packed V12 reveals itself for the first time.

Complete Idiot Tries To Steal A Nissan 350Z But...

Mike — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 08:29:52

Hilarious, I almost wish this happened to me so I could beat this guy's ass.

The 100 most beautiful cars

Tyme — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 03:10:55

From the site: We reveal the most beautiful cars as chosen by readers of The Daily Telegraph

100mph Hydrogen-Powered Sports Car Due For Unveiling

Ollie — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:58:57

Based on the Morgan Aero-8, the Lifecar is hydrogen-powered and produces little noise and only water vapour from its exhaust. The creators aim to keep the weight down to ~700kg, only a little more than a modern F1 car+driver. It should have a top speed of around 100mph and will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.

We may have to supply headphones with the sounds of a five litre V8 linked to the throttle pedal.

The Air Car

Scrivs — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 02:49:48

If you can, imagine a vehicle that runs on air, achieves over 100 gas-equivalent mpg and over 90 mph, has zero to low C02 emissions, seats six, has plenty of space for luggage, cuts no safety corners, and costs no more than an average economy to mid-size vehicle.