Check out Motor Trend’s comparison of old and new Detroit metal
Nothin quite like these cars, especially the old ones, they just have a character that is all their own.
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-Nick
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Cars 101: “Understeer” vs “Oversteer”
Both occur at the handling limit of a car under hard cornering.
Understeer: the front of the car loses grip and the car will not seem to be able to turn enough.
Oversteer: the rear of the car loses grip and the car fishtails or will spin around. It will turn too much. Continue reading Cars 101: “Understeer” vs “Oversteer”
Test Driven COMPARISION: 2012 Ford Focus SE Sport vs. 2011 Mazda3s Sport vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS
Since when did compact cars become so interesting? Back in 2009, if you wanted something good in the compact class, you bought a Honda Civic or Volkswagen Jetta, and no one was the wiser. But now, other brands have stepped in, and the pickings are, evidently, worth a serious look. On a random day in April, I decided to drive three new compact cars, all of which are significant in their own right. Continue reading Test Driven COMPARISION: 2012 Ford Focus SE Sport vs. 2011 Mazda3s Sport vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS
SC’s Gone Wild, a solid tribute to the luxury Supra.
One of my favorite car videos, its extremely well done. I love the old Lexus SC and have a desire to own one some day. I imagine many of you will after watching this video too. Even if tuners aren’t your thing this video is worth a watch just because it is extremely epic.
-Nick
The ZR1 is a fantastic rip off…yeah, I said it.
The ZR1 is undoubtedly the most bad-ass ‘Vette since we were still fighting in Vietnam–that much is clear. But why on earth would anyone actually buy one? This may seem like a stupid question, but I have a rather non-canon take on it that many will surely disagree with. But, I’m going to say it anyway. Continue reading The ZR1 is a fantastic rip off…yeah, I said it.
The STi’s Greatness, Fading Away
Subaru’s WRX has seen immense success here in the States since it first came to these shores in 2002. The car’s mix of practicality, reliability, and affordability, along with some very useable high performance makes it one of the best overall cars that money can buy. This includes the even higher slated WRX STi model that offers even more in the performance realm. The whole model line continues to see successful sales and a still growing fan base, including myself, so the issues I am about to bring up by no means imply that I dislike the cars as they are. I do however have some issues. Continue reading The STi’s Greatness, Fading Away
The sound of a Pagani Zonda
This is a video from back in 04 or 05 of Pagani demonstrating the Zonda F in front of their small factory near Modena, Italy. In my opinion the Zonda F is one of the best sounding cars ever made. Its 7.3L V12 has this high pitched shrieking wail to it that I just cannot get enough of.
-Nick
Dodge Viper, What’s Next?
The Dodge Viper is a pure American outlaw designed with nothing but naughty behavior in mind. Since it first came out in the early Nineties, it has established itself as some stiff competition for the Corvette, but with a more exotic and hardcore appeal. Chrysler recently brought production of the previous generation Viper to an end and now the world is eagerly awaiting the release of the next generation. So what do I want to see from the new Viper? Continue reading Dodge Viper, What’s Next?
Spotted! 1932 Ford Roadster, Morgantown, PA
Found at the 5th Annual Sonic Meet, in Morgantown, Pennsylvania. One of the straightest and cleanest hot rods I’ve seen in quite some time.
Spotted by: Al
Spotted! Spooky Lincoln Town Car Stretch Limo, Central Park
Caught just by Central Park (by 7th Avenue), this tan Lincoln limousine looks very unique. Clearly (by the side graphics), it’s an advertisement for some venue with “Spooky Special Effects” located between 57th and 58th Streets, along 6th Avenue.
-Al
Major props to whoever was responsible for the appearance, it’s eye-catching and seriously cool.
Test Driven: 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid
Test drive of the Ford Fusion Hybrid Continue reading Test Driven: 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid
The Lexus LFA and its marketing predicament
I just read Jalopnik this morning, and Mike Spinelli’s article comparing the Lexus LFA to the Jaguar XJ220 as a market failure, and there are some interesting similarities. Spinelli’s article was a reaction to an article on the motorathority.com by Nelson Ireson discussing the LFA’s market struggles alone. Ireson’s article compares the LFA to the likes of the similarly priced Lamborghini Aventador and Ferrari FF, which have both seen some huge demand. He also looks at the cars development to see if he believes the LFA was worth doing overall. Read their articles in the following links and read my take on the issue below. Continue reading The Lexus LFA and its marketing predicament
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