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0Quick Review: Raptor - Born in Baja is Rocky for pickup trucks 1246053660
Raptor: Born in Baja -- Click above to watch videoAutoblog went to the premiere of Raptor - Born in Baja, and while the film is on the long side, it's an enjoyable flick. We wrote before that the truck "only" came in third (out of four total trucks in Class 8), but to finish the Baja 1000 at all ... -
Artist creates full scale F1 car from recycled styrofoam 1246028220
We have no idea why Michael A. Salter wanted to create a race car out of polystyrene packing waste, and we guess it doesn't matter -- he did, and this is the result. We don't have much any information on the single-seater open-wheeler other than that it's on display at the John Ross Plaza Studio in ...
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Pioneer using WiMax to send content to your car 1246022880
Pioneer's prototype mobile network AV playback system - Click above to view the video after the jumpWith so many infotainment devices being created, we're beginning to wonder what people are actually doing in their cars -- or rather, if they ever get out of their cars. Pioneer has thrown another ... -
Porsche to break Guinness World Record using treadmills 1246017660
The Porsche Human Performance Center is a part of Porsche's Driving Experience Center at Silverstone. At the latter facility they'll show you how to be the best racing driver. The former facility is to train you to become the fittest racing driver, with a team of instructors to assess and create ...
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2010 BMW 1 Series gets two new engines abroad, additional trim levels 1245938400
2010 BMW 1-Series - Click above for high-res image galleryThe BMW 1-Series is a much bigger deal in Europe than it is here in the States. In the US, we can choose among the 128 and 135, and both options come standard with a six-cylinder engine. Overseas, you can pick up the 1 with two, three, ... -
Spec out your own Maserati - in 1/43 scale 1245450720
If you're looking for a Maserati that's easier on your wallet, or a treat for a Maserati lover, then you should check out the Maserati model configurator. Three base models in 1/43 scale are available: Quattroporte, Quattroporte S, and Granturismo S. From there you can choose from among seven ...
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Studios fighting for DeLorean biopic 1244823360
It doesn't take a genius to figure out why Hollywood is working on a film about a car company going kaput. You might wonder, however, why three different factions are working on another movie about John Z. DeLorean. Brett Ratner is collaborating with producer Robert Evans on one pic, and Face/Off ...
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REPORT: Detroit businesses lining up to court Fiat execs with... $1,600 sandals?! 1244635080
It is estimated that up to 200 Fiat executives would relocate to Michigan if Fiat ends up owning Chrysler, and the city of Birmingham, Michigan wants them. It's gearing up for something like an Olympic bid to attract prosperous Continental types, and is joined in the effort by nearby city ...
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It's a Shame: Songwriter Evan Dando reportedly suing GM over music copyright [w/VIDEO] 1244552340
Bankruptcy is often not a clear-the-books-and-start-over process, but a continuation of one's troubles with people still piling on top of a business on its knees. Evan Dando, founder of alt-rock band The Lemonheads, is the latest to throw himself onto the GM scrum. The songwriter is suing General ...
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Vintage Racing: Neil Ashmead GTS shiraz has a spot in our
garagewine rack anytime 1243425660Elderton GTS Shiraz – Click above for high-res image galleryFiat recently released a selection of branded wines for Fiat, Lancia, and Alfa Romeo, now it's the Aussies' turn. But whereas the Fiat wines were about marketing, the Elderton 2008 Grand Tourer Shiraz is a tribute to Neil Ashmead, ...

