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1976 BMW 2002
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$1.3 Million Lamborghini Reventon Cruises Chechnya
At about $1.3 million each, and only twenty ever made, seeing a Lamborghini Reventon anywhere is a rare treat. Seeing one in the war-torn but slowly recovering nation-state of Chechnya, it's just plain surreal.
Read MoreMaserati Quattroporte Sport GT S: We Get Weak In The Knees For 433 HP
The speedier, sportier four-door Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S has been officially revealed at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read More2010 Jaguar XKR Revealed With 510 HP
The 2010 Jaguar XKR gets a head to toe technical makeover, with new electronically controlled dampers and a much more powerful engine. But it still looks basically the same. That's good.
Read MoreVolvo S60 Concept Revealed Live
Featuring Volvo's new "racetrack" design, the Volvo S60 Concept previews the newest safety and design features we expect to see on Volvos in the future.
Read MoreLexus HS 250h: A Prius For The Country Club
The Lexus HS 250h will offer the economy of the 2010 Toyota Prius in a more stylish, and more expensive package.
Read MoreCadillac Converj Concept: A Volt For Cadillac
The Voltec-equipped, extended range electric Cadillac Converj Concept has been unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show to a round of crushing applause by a mad-house crowd of GM employees.
Read More2009 Mercedes McLaren SLR Stirling Moss: $1.01 Million McLaren Madness
The 2009 Mercedes Benz McLaren SLR Stirling Moss has been unveiled and with just 75 copies of the $1.01 Million boutique supercar being produced, it's a fitting start for the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read More2010 Jaguar XKR: 510 HP Pussycat Kills Even Faster
The leaks are comin' fast and furious tonight. Details and photos of the 2010 Jaguar XKR have leaked ahead of the Detroit Auto Show. Here's the scoop on Jag's new 510 HP grand tourer.
Read More2010 Buick LaCrosse: Blue Hair No More!
The 2010 Buick LaCrosse isn't your Grandfather's Buick. Defying conventional wisdom, this Buick sedan sports slick styling, a classy interior and hardware that'll make even the most jaded buyer take a look.
Read More1964 Jeep Wagoneer
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Let's take a break from Ford and Chevy trucks this Truck Monday.
Read MoreMercedes-Benz CLS Grand Edition Adds More Style, Little Substance
The first photo shoot of the new Mercedes-Benz CLS features "Brand Ambassador" Julia Stegner with the car as a tie-in for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Berlin 2009. We think that sums up the car nicely.
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Buying (6)
2009 Honda Fit Sport, Part Three
The 2009 Honda Fit Sport is cheap, practical and fun. But should you buy one?
Read More2009 Honda Fit Sport, Part Two
Yesterday, we were impressed by how well the 2009 Honda Fit Sport, well, fit. Let’s break it down and try to figure out why.
Read More2009 Honda Fit Sport, Part One
We've already driven the 2009 Honda Fit. The 2009 Honda Fit Sport promises to combine utility and fun into a small, cheap, appealing package. Can it deliver?
Read MoreFord Escape Plug-In Hybrid: Quick Drive
We took to the Detroit Auto Show basement to drive the 120 MPG Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid. Our impressions below.
Read More2010 Honda Insight: First Drive
The 2010 Honda Insight looks like a cynical attempt to copy the Toyota Prius. It's not. Actually, the Insight is a very cynical and clever attempt to give Americans exactly what they want.
Read MoreLotus Exige S 240: First Drive
Driving a Lotus Exige S 240 for the first time is, surprisingly, an exercise in déjà vu. Why? Because it's the exact same car you've driven in daydreams since you were seven years old.
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Culture (20)
What Do Celebrities Drive?
Want to know what celebrities drive? Until getting bored this morning, we didn't know we wanted to either. Now, we're so curious, we put together this list of 20 celebs and the cars they drive.
Read MoreWert Is Wrong: Honda Fit Sport Built For Technogeeks
Ray and I spent a good portion of the morning arguing over the suitability parameters of the 2009 Honda Fit Sport, culminating in him saying, “I iz the decider.” Here’s why he’s wrong.
Read MoreStonewall Veteran 1969 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Still Flies Rainbow Flag After 40 Years
A reader recently pointed out that the DOTS 1969 Cadillac Coupe DeVille convertible is actually a '70. How did he know that? Because he owns the most famous 1969 Cadillac DeVille convertible in the world!
Read MoreThe Top 11 Super Bowl Car Commercials Of All Time
We love cars and we love the Super Bowl. It stands to reason we especially love Super Bowl car commercials. Below is our list of the 11 best Super Bowl car commercials of all time.
Read MoreWhat's The Best Car-Themed Computer Desktop Wallpaper?
My awesome Mad Men desktop wallpaper is getting a little crusty and I'd like my next choice more Jalopnik-themed. Help me choose my next wallpaper — what's the best car-themed computer wallpaper photo?
Read MoreWhat's Your Grey Market Fantasy Car?
Importing a car never approved for sale in the U.S. younger than 25-years-old, a.k.a. a grey market vehicle, is an expensive and laborious task. What's worth it? What's your grey market fantasy car?
Read MoreRoadside Ass-Sistance: A Hilarious Take On Cliché Garage Porno
Take real-life porn starlet Sasha Grey, dress her in a skimpy school girl outfit and put her in the clichéd NSFW greasy garage scene. Then proceed to not make a porno. Comedic gold. (NSFW-For-Language-And-Sexual-Situations)
Read MoreMinnesota, 1960: Corvairs Battle For Ice Racing Supremacy With Caravelles And 356s!
My grandfather was quite the rally and ice-racing fanatic back in the 1950s and 1960s (running mostly Porsche 356s and Saab 93s) and now I've got a couple of his 8mm movies, shot in 1960.
Read MoreThe Top 11 Cars Of 2009 Most Likely To Get You Laid
Teenagers have always lusted after cars as a way of getting other things they're lusting after, which is why we've compiled these eleven 2009 model year cars most likely to get you laid.
Read MoreIf Your Car Could Talk, What Would It Say?
Spend enough time with a car and it'll start to communicate with you beyond what can be picked up with an OBD-II Code Reader. If your car could talk, what would it say?
Read MoreLamborghini ATVs Spotted At 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon
We got to show you a pretty nifty Ferrari-badged Hayabusa Trike Friday, but that wasn't the only exotic car cross-branding at the 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon. Check out these adorable Lamborghini Murcielago ATVs.
Read MoreOnly In Japan: Crazy Ferrari-Badged Suzuki Hayabusa Trike
We've seen Ferrari-badged motorcycles before, but nothing like this Ferrari-branded Suzuki Hayabusa Trike for the 2009 Tokyo Auto Salon. What were these guys smoking?
Read MoreHow To Use Half-Naked Women To Sell A 1990 Lincoln Town Car
As 1990 Lincoln Town Cars go, this one on eBay is quite the peach. Why the seller resorted to cheap, tawdry tactics to sell it we'll never know. But whatever, works for us. Somewhat NSFW.
Read MoreWhat's The Best Car Snack?
Long road trips sometime necessitate snacking-while-driving (SWD). For those occasions, what's the best car snack?
Read MoreWhich Automotive Era Do You Wish You Grew Up In?
We can't choose when or where we're born. You could be an Earnhardt in the 1990s or a Daimler in the 1920s. Given the choice, which automotive era do you wish you grew up in?
Read MoreThe Top Ten 2009 Detroit Auto Show Cars We Most Want To Drive
It's all well and good unveiling hybrid after hybrid, but cars we want to drive are the fun ones. Here's the top ten cars from the Detroit Auto Show we most want to drive.
Read MoreW3 Triposto Porsche Is A Study Hall Sketch Come To Life
Have an old Porsche 911 and $250,000 sitting around? Perhaps you'll be interested in the carbon fiber and kevlar-bodied W3 Triposto, the work of a Montreal father and son engineering duo.
Read MoreWhat's It Like To Race A Motorcycle-Engined Geo Metro?
We were all shocked by the Honda CBR900RR-powered Geo Metro that won the 24 Hours Of LeMons, nearly as much as we were shocked by the fact that its scary-ass chain drive didn't kill anyone.
Read MoreHow Old Is Your Car In People Years?
Like dogs and fine wine, cars age differently than humans, giving us a skewed perception of car age. But now there's a formula to tell us how old your car is in people-years.
Read MoreOne-Off ASC McLaren Diamonback Viper Up For Grabs
Big Dodge Viper Fan? Have $295,000 burning a hole in your pocket? Always wanted to own one of the fastest, rarest Vipers ever made? Well we've got the car for you.
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Concept Cars (1)
The Top Eleven Concept Cars Of The 2009 Detroit Auto Show
The 2009 Detroit Auto Show is all about the futuristic eco-concept car. But will they ever be built? Maybe. We've decided to rank them in order of their likelihood of ever hitting showroom floors.
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Crashes and Safety (1)
Thankfully, They Don't Make Cars Like They Used To
The casual observer, viewing modern car crash damage, may believe today's cars are delicate, poorly-designed machines. They're wrong. These vintage crashes show old-timey cars in lower-speed crashes would disintegrate, along with, potentially, the occupants.
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Entertainment (2)
Daily Mail: Top Gear Has Eight Stigs
According to the Daily Mail, "The Stig" is not Ben Collins or any one masked driver. He is, in fact, a legion of eight, including Finnish F1 racer Heikki Kovalainen. Is this another misinformation campaign?
Read MoreThe Stig Is Ben Collins
Who is "The Stig?" It's Ben Collins! But wait, who is Ben Collins? More importantly, how was he outed at an art gallery?
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Ford (1)
2010 Ford Taurus: A Flagship Returns
Moments ago, the sheet dropped on the impressive new 2010 Ford Taurus and we've got the live shots coming at you from the floor of the Detroit Auto Show.
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News (287)
Terminator Motorcycles: First Up-Close Look
The tech-loving guys at Wired have a whole slew of spoiler-filled images from the new Terminator 4 movie, Terminator: Salvation. Most interesting to us was the first up-close look at the "Terminator motorcycle" below.
Read More$700,000 Kiwi-Flavored Hulme CanAm Revealed At A1GP
The Hulme CanAm debuted last week at the New Zealand A1GP after almost five years of development. The independently-built Caparo T1 competitor is the brainchild of 68-year-old Jock Freemantle, and totally radical.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Southwestern Assemblies Of God University Edition
The Southwestern Assemblies Of God University in Waxhahachie, Texas should not be confused with Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. The former is a very conservative Christian university known primarily for training people for ministry and other Christ-centered vocations. The latter is a small, respected private college known for a wide range of undergraduate programs. Southwestern University is known for providing a high quality of education at a rate affordable by private college sta
Read MoreNissan Developing Wrong Way, Pedestrian Collision Alert Technology
Nissan is developing Darwin-defying in-car technology capable of detecting when old people and bad drivers head the wrong way down highway on-ramps. The system could also detect impending collisions with cell phone-carrying pedestrians.
Read MoreCorvette GT-1 Competition Edition: The C6R Look Without The Performance
With the C7 Corvette likely a long way off, GM is trying to keep the 'Vette bug alive by releasing a new version based on the championship-winning Corvette C6R. It's the Corvette GT-1 Competition Edition.
Read More2010 Detroit Auto Show Press Preview Cut To Two Days
As if we didn't already expect the 2010 Detroit Auto Show would be depressing enough, they're cutting the press preview days from three to just two. Looks like we'll have cut-backs to PR-paid drinking.
Read MoreTime-Lapse Video Makes Formula SAE Chassis Fabrication Interesting
Looking at the video you learn not only a lot about the process of fabricating a chassis, you also get a sense of how college students work. There's a flurry of activity at the beginning, people kind of move on, and then all of a sudden there's a rush towards the end. In the background, you can see them working on the frame for the SAE Baja competition. The final result will look something like last year's cars, pictured below.
Read More2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Coming To America, Five-Door Style
Mitsubishi announced today that they will be bringing the utilitarian 2010 Lancer Sportback to the U.S. this summer, quirky styling and all. Watch out, Subaru!
Read MoreAudi "Chase" Super Bowl Commercial Hits Internet Early
Audi's new Super Bowl commercial starring Jason Statham and called "The Chase" has leaked onto the Internet. This appears to be the 30-second cut of the commercial, with possibly a longer version out there.
Read MoreWhen Do You Just Give Up On A Car?
Car ownership is the dream of all romantic and rational people, but sometimes this dream turns into a nightmare. When do you just give up on a car?
Read MoreBMW PAS Concept Video Invents Yet Another WTF-UV Segment
The video carries us through a stream of conscious design process in cartoon form, gently dancing around the points which say "we're building a fancy minivan" with so much marketingspeak you'll need hip waders to watch it. That's not to say this new WTF-UV they're hinting at doesn't have some innovative features. From the video, it seems whatever it is will feature a panoramic sunroof which would be a first in a minivan (unless you count the R-Class, which Mercedes wishes we didn't), and enclose
Read More2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata: Celebrating 20 Years With A Chi-Town Party
The 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will celebrate its 20-year anniversary, making a North American debut at next month's Chicago Auto Show.
Read MoreHyundai Super Bowl Commercials Debut Early!
UPDATE: Here's the new Brett Favre Hyundai Super Bowl commercial and outtakes if that's what you're looking for.
Read MoreNew Boeing HUMVEE-Mounted Avenger Laser Shoots Down Three UAVs
Boeing successfully demonstrated the HUMVEE-mounted Avenger Laser system last month, shooting down three Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). It's the first successful test of a vehicle-mounted laser unit. That's enough awesome for a lifetime.
Read MorePCH, Serious Luxury Edition: Mercedes-Benz 450SLC Or Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Limo?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! They don't make European luxury cars like they used to.
Read MoreOldsmobile Jetstar 88
This is Down On The Street Bonus Edition, where we check out interesting street-parked cars located in places other than the Island That Rust Forgot. Our last junkyard Olds was quite a while back.
Read MoreAustin,TX Overrun By Zombie Jokes, Hacked Electronic Road Signs
Austin, TX appears to be ground zero for the electronic traffic signs hacking threat, as the "top story" on last night's local news demonstrates.
Read More2010 Porsche 911 GT3: Now With Photo Gallery, Video
We got a chance to show you a couple pictures of the 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 this morning, but now the cat's fully out of the bag along with some great track footage below.
Read MoreCanadian Rocker, Pink Backup Singer Rocks Prius Un-Ironically
Suzie McNeil was the last-female-standing on the reality show Rock Star: INXS and has toured with pop star Pink, making her super famous (for Canada) and earning her enough money to "pimp" her Prius.
Read MoreAuto Forum Troll Of The Week: Chuck Norris Is A Mustang Cobra
Last week we tested a new weekly feature we're now calling "Auto Forum Troll of the Week." Slaying forum trolls is a public service Jalopnik's always happy to do. First up? The NorCal-LSX Forums.
Read MoreWe Told You Not To Hack The Electronic Road Signs, Didn't We?
Transportation officials in Texas are "scrambling" to stop the "hacking electronic traffic signs" threat. Didn't we tell you not to play with the electronic road signs? This is why we can't have anything nice.
Read MoreNew Porsche Museum Jam Packed With Bruce
Porsche has packed its highly precise heritage into a new Museum in Stuttgart. The best part? You can rent the whole thing out and pretend your name's "Ferry."
Read More2010 Porsche 911 GT3: 435 HP, Priced From $112,200
The 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 has been revealed ahead of the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. With a base price of $112,200, one would expect it to deliver some walloping technology. It doesn't appear to disappoint.
Read MoreFord Slammed With 4th Quarter Net Loss Of $5.9 Billion
Despite a message focused on being the only U.S. automaker operating without federal loans, Ford burned through $5.9 billion in cash during the final three months of 2008 as losses mounted.
Read MoreJalopnik Answers: The Plural Of Yaris Is...
Our friendly neighbors over at Autoblog asked readers today what the plural of "Yaris" was. We figured we'd call up Toyota and ask. The answer, as well as the apparent official plural of "Prius," below.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Crazy Horse Memorial Edition
There's almost no way to understand how large the forever-under-construction Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota is without seeing it, but let's just say Mount Rushmore could fit in the guy's hair. Seriously. The giant in situ mountain carving was started in 1948 by one of the sculptors behind Mount Rushmore at the behest of a Native American chief. The monument is completely a non-profit, non-governmental project and is therefore reliant on donations and undergoing a slow development (it took
Read MoreHow To Hack An Electronic Road Sign
DO NOT under any circumstances run around hacking into electronic road signs using the information contained in this step-by-step guide of how to transmit hilarious messages to passing motorists.
Read MoreApple Should Design An Electric Car... Interior
Only 21% responding to a recent survey claim they would buy an Apple electric car. 48% would buy one from BMW. Good. Apple shouldn't design an electric car. They should design the interior of one.
Read MoreOpel Insignia OPC: Full Frontal Shot Slips Out From EVO Mag
Well, hell's bells. Look what happens when you let an image slip out of the bag. Thanks to EVO and Autoblog.it, you're looking at the upcoming 2010 Opel Insignia OPC in all its naked glory.
Read MoreModel Bloat: How The Camaro Gained 827 Pounds Over 37 Model Years
Any vehicle model around for a while, no matter the form factor, has one thing in common with its peers: Model Bloat. Take the Camaro — 37 model years after inception, it's 827 pounds heavier.
Read More2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Qualifies For $3,400 Federal Hybrid Tax Credit
Buyers of the 2010 Fusion Hybrid or Mercury Milan Hybrid will qualify for a $3,400 tax credit, the highest credit ever offered for hybrids purchased or placed in service after December 31, 2005.
Read More921 HP Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Completely Grenades Transmission
Any time you're putting down 921 HP at the wheels, you'd better have serious driveline upgrades to handle the muscle, unfortunately this Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8's transmission didn't quite measure up. Carnage below.
Read MoreUK Vanity License Plate Gets Record Reserve Auction Price Of $14K
One of the many ways British males compensate for lack of sexual prowess is by purchasing extraordinarily overpriced license plates. This "1 0" plate's expected to set a record, with an auction reserve of £10,000.
Read MoreGM Not Canceling Flint Volt Engine Plant, Just Construction Contracts
Construction contracts for GM's new Flint, MI engine plant have been canceled, but GM tells us plans to build the new 1.4-liter four-banger powering the Chevy Volt and Cruze in Flint remain unchanged.
Read More1966 Porsche 912
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. We haven't seen any 1960s Porsche 911s, but here's another Alameda 912.
Read MoreChrysler Australia "Yes We Can" Sale Uses Obama Imitator To Sell "20-Inch Rims"
It's not quite as bad as Chrysler Europe electrocuting a dog with a Dodge Nitro, but it's definitely not good. Australia's Chrysler sale is called the "Yes We Can" sale and it features an Obama-imitating voice-over shilling to potential buyers down under:
Read MoreBMX Legend Dave Mirra Snags Rally Win, Joins Subaru Rally Team USA
BMX Legend Dave Mirra is X-gaming over to join Subaru Rally Team USA in a 2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STI after snagging his first rally win in New Hampshire at the 2009 Team O'Neil Rally.
Read MoreHaircut Gets Alberta Man Out Of Fix-It Ticket
Normally, tinted windows in Alberta will net you a fix-it ticket when a cop pulls you over. Unless, of course, your drivers' license features a ridiculous friar tuck haircut with a good story behind it.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: No Haggle Pricing Edition
People are often so disgusted with the way car dealers, more than most sales people, haggle with the price of a car. The common belief, often justified, is the price a dealer gives you will somehow be altered with the addition of "rustproofing" or some other fake option. Because of this, used car retailer CarMax has been able to make a big stand by offering "no haggle" pricing. The cars they offer often come in at a price higher than what you'd expect to pay for a similar car in similar conditio
Read MorePCH, Engine In The Back Edition: Renault Dauphine Gordini Or Pair Of 1969 Chevy Corvairs?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! Today we're going to debut a new PCH logo, courtesy of Walker Canada.
Read MoreNissan Design Leaving Michigan, Heading To San Diego
Nissan's eliminating 110 positions in North America, moving their design team out of their recently built Michigan studio and consolidating them in San Diego. Full press release below.
Read MoreAston Martin Builds Two New Factory LMP1 Cars To Tackle Le Mans
Aston Martin is prepping two factory-backed Gulf-liveried works LMP1 to fight for overall finish at 24 Hours of Le Mans. The last time they managed this was 50 years ago. Can they do it again?
Read MoreHummer H2 Plant Halts Production
AM General, the builder of the Hummer H2 for GM, announces it's temporarily laying off 200 workers and halting production of the H2 until at least March. Note the words "at least." [HummerGuy]
Read MoreWhy You Should Buy A Toyota Prius Right Now
The Carpocalypse has forced Toyota to finally offer incentives on the Prius. Now's the time to buy one on the cheap to sell back to liberal elite coastal-dwellers at a profit when gas prices rise.
Read More2010 Ford Taurus SHO: Super-Taurus Shows Off In Sun
The Ford Taurus SHO is back, and here's further proof. These photos show the 2010 Ford Taurus SHO, which we expect to see revealed next month in Chicago, doing some humid weather testing in Florida.
Read MoreWhat Is Your Nemesis?
Whether on the track or on the road, we all have a rival. What is your nemesis?
Read More2009 Competition Sport Corvette Priced At $55,655 For 1LT, $77,500 For Z06
Jalopnik sources tell us pricing on the 2009 Corvette Competition Sport's now official. The Z51-equipped 1LT will run $55,655 and the Z06 model will cost you $77,500 including charges.
Read MoreOpel Ampera: New Electric Car Features "Voltec" Technology
The Voltec-equipped Opel Ampera electric car will be revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, bringing GM's electric car technology to a grateful Europe.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Mad Men Edition
If you haven't been watching AMC's Mad Men, what exactly have you been watching on Sunday nights? Actually, if you're reading a blog, what have you Netflixed, Tivoed or downloaded instead of Mad Men? The show revolves around a minor Madison Avenue advertising agency in the 1960s (thus the title) and the characters within. As with most shows set in the past it covers both universal themes and uses the era to reflect our own problems. More importantly, the cast is made up mostly of minor actors fr
Read MoreHubless Monster Motorcycle Rolls Without Spokes
The biker boys at Amen Design have built a chopper based around Franco Sbarro's hubless wheels. And it really rides!
Read More1957 Plymouth Savoy, Reefer-Smuggling Family Legend!
Every family has its Legendary Car tales, whether it be the Amby that your parents drove from Uttar Pradesh to Bangalore or the ol' reliable Model T in which Great-Grampaw fled the Dust Bowl.
Read MoreMaking Electric Cars Is Really Hard
Apparently the New York Times "Automobiles" section got infected with engineer recently as they've hit on a breathtaking piece of knowledge we already knew — making useful electric cars is really, really hard.
Read More¡Más Abajo En La Calle De Cuba!
This is Down On The Street Bonus Edition, where we check out interesting street-parked cars located in places other than the Alameda. We all liked Fantasygoat's shots of Cuban cars, and now we've got more!
Read MoreFord Loves New Chevy "Man Step" Commercial
According to PickupTrucks, Ford apparently loves the above new Chevy commercial where spokesman Howie Long makes fun of a Ford owner's "man step" on the new 2009 Ford F-150.
Read MoreOlde English 800-Fueled Driver Obliterates Union Jack-Adorned MGB-GT, We Struggle To Find Meaning
When you've poured gallons of sweat and stacks of cash into a beloved project car, your heart gets crushed by Fate's hobnailed boot when you come home to discover it's been totaled while parked.
Read MoreMitsubishi I-MiEV Sport Air Concept Heading To Geneva
The Geneva Motor Show will see the debut of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV Sport Air Concept, building on the i-MiEV electric platform with a sexier profile. Well, sexier for an electric car.
Read MoreMonster Truck Nationals Promoter Killed At Monster Truck Show, Second Death In Two Weeks
George Eisenhart Jr., promoter and announcer of the Monster Truck Nationals, was injured and died Saturday night at his Monster Truck show in Wisconsin — the second death in a week involving monster trucks.
Read MoreREPORT: Obama To Allow California To Set Auto Emissions Standards
President Obama plans to remove federal opposition to statewide automobile emissions standards today, allowing California and other states to regulate emissions above-and-beyond federal guidelines and possibly putting political expediency above good public policy.
Read MoreHonda Crosstour? Venza Gets An Accord-Based Rival
A new Honda Accord CUV, set to challenge the Toyota Venza in the mid-size crossover market, has been spotted. No name for the CUV's yet been set, but we're hearing it may be called Crosstour.
Read MoreA Mega-Gallery Of 80 Auto-Themed Album Covers
Cars and music go together like coffee and cigarettes, peanut butter and jelly and water and white t-shirts. But how many musicians used cars as promotion? Here's 80 album covers indicating it's a whole lot.
Read MoreNigerian Vigilantes Turn Goat Into Police, Accuse It Of Car Theft, Shape-Shifting Witchcraft
Nigerian Police are holding a witch, above, in custody while investigating charges he attempted to steal a Mazda, then transformed into a goat to evade the vigilante mob chasing him down. But, does he float?
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: No I Tide Edition
Palindromes, any sequence of characters or words that can be read the same way in any direction, go back to the Roman period and probably even further. In written language it's more of a game, though there are at least a couple of novels written purely in palindrome. Popular palindromes include "race car" and "Ah, Satan sees Natasha." The violinist and musical composer/performer Andrew Bird has show a fascination with palindromes. Many of his song names are palindromes ("11:11" and "T.N.T") and
Read MorePCH, Engines Not Found In Nature, Part II: Turbo Rotary Datsun 510 Or V8 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! Let's return to Engines Not Found In Nature projects, shall we?
Read MoreNew NASA Lunar Rover In Presidential Inaugural Parade
While we were doting over the monstrous new presidential limo dubbed "The Beast," NASA was busy rolling out it's latest wheeled creation at the end of the inaugural parade. We've seen the new buggy before, but this is the first time we've seen the new design out on public roads.
Read More2008 Lake Superior Performance Rally
You won't find RallyAmerica on TV and none of the major buff books will touch such a rabid motorsport, so we're bringing you the 2008 LSPR Rally, straight and unedited. Mega-sized gallery below.
Read MoreChrysler To Sponsor New Terminator Movie
Thank you Chrysler for taking taxpayer money and applying it where it is truly useful: Movies. Chrysler plans to bombard us with product placement (please, not the Sebring) in the upcoming Terminator: Salvation.
Read MoreMustang Forums Trolled With Hilarious Results
Internet trolling is a delicate art. The best examples require a balance of breathtaking ignorance, feigned indignant outrage plus a sprinkling of implied insults to the forum faithful. Sorry Mustang Forums, you've just been trolled.
Read MoreAuto Lease Trade-In Site Magnanimously Offers To Help Bernie Madoff Out Of Leases
An auto lease trade-in website is offering assistance to the trustee liquidating Bernard Madoff's assets to escape the lease contracts of six vehicles Madoff's firm had rented. How selflessly magnanimous of them. Right.
Read MoreRoush Propane-Powered F-250: Hank Hill-Approved
You've seen us cover the propane-powered Roush F-150 in all of its tire-shredding glory. Now, they've upped the ante with a medium duty F-250 running on the same BBQ fuel.
Read MoreNissan GT-R Beats Porsche...Again
According to UK used car valuation data provider CAP, after 12 months or 10,000 miles, predicts the 2009 Nissan GT-R will be worth 84% of its new list price, besting the Porsche 911 Carrera's 64%.
Read MoreHummer Tops Recent Study Of Most Ticketed Vehicles
A study of traffic tickets revealing the most and least ticketed vehicles reinforces obvious stereotypes: Hummer owners are arrogant, self-centered and over-indulgent, while drivers of Buick Park Avenues appear to have no discernible pulse.
Read MoreChrysler's New Incentive Plan: Employee Pricing Plus Plus
Chrysler plans to offer customers a new incentive plan they're calling "Employee Pricing Plus Plus." No, seriously, that's what it's called. The oddly-named plan offers rebates as high as $6,000 in addition to employee pricing.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Philip Landrigan Edition
Working in the 1970s with children living near a lead smelting plant in West Texas, pediatrician and scientist Philip J. Landrigan made some startling, though now well-accepted, discoveries about the way lead affects children. Ignoring the health complications of excessive lead exposure, which are fairly obvious, Dr. Landrigan's work proved elevated levels of lead exposure result in a lower IQ in children. Using data about the decrease in IQ and the correlation of IQ to earning power Landrigan,
Read MoreChrysler Deletes Blog Post With Anti-Chrysler Comments After Digg, Jalopnik Links
In December, Chrysler's official blog posted this paid-by-Chrysler USA Today ad thanking America. The post received hundreds of negative comments. Today, after links from Jalopnik and Digg, Chrysler's pulled the entire post off their site.
Read MoreREPORT: Saab Exploring Independence From GM
Saab is exploring breaking free from GM. This would include moving the majority of production to Trollhattan, a move backed by the Swedish government and the Swedish Chef.
Read MoreWhat Happened To German Cars?
The mega gallery for the 2010 Mercedes E-Class, compared to the 1974 BMW 3.0 CS we posted this morning, creates quite the contrast. Frankly, it begs the question: what happened to German cars?
Read MoreSurplus Dodge Challengers Stored At Old Canadian Military Base
Showing you what some automakers are doing with unsold cars revealed these reader-submitted shots of dozens of unsold Dodge Challengers stockpiled at an old Canadian military base. Apparently Chrysler's taking the Muscle Car Wars seriously.
Read More2009 Porsche 911 GT3 RSR: More Track Power, Bigger Price Tag
The locust-like invasion of track-ready Porsches continues as the German automaker reveals its updated 2009 997-based Porsche 911 GT3 RSR racer with new slipperier body and more of that angry flat-six oomph.
Read More1974 BMW 3.0 CS
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Here's an example of one of BMW's best-looking designs.
Read More2010 Mercedes E-Class: Mega Gallery
We forgot to take live shots of the 2010 Mercedes E-Class at the Detroit Auto Show. Instead of saying sorry, we're going to bring you every single one of the press photos. We even? Good.
Read MorePCH, Fiat-Chrysler Global Strategic Alliance Edition: Fiat Brava Or Chrysler TC?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! Since Fiat and Chrysler are now henchmen, PCH must honor their alliance!
Read MoreFord Transit Connect Specs Leak: 138 HP, 24 MPG HWY
The Ford Transit Connect commercial van will come with a 2.0-Liter Duratec inline-four mated to a four-speed automatic transmission capable of 19 MPG city and 24 MPG highway according to a leaked ordering guide.
Read MoreUltimate Aero EV: SSC Plans To Build World's Fastest Electric Production Car
Shelby SuperCars already has the world's fastest production car title belt, now they're planning to up the ante, introducing the Ultimate Aero EV: The world's fastest electric production car, with a ten minute charge time.
Read MoreOpel GT, MGB-GT To Race At Texas Gator-O-Rama 24 Hours Of LeMons, Mustang Teams Worried
The first of two 2009 Texas 24 Hours Of LeMons races will take place next month, and our 2002-driving mole inside LeMons HQ has leaked the official team list to us.
Read More2010 Hyundai Equus Photos, $96,000 Price Tag Leak
Would you pay $96,000 for a Hyundai? What if you were a South Korean executive in the market for a domestic S-Class? Hyundai is hoping the answer is yes.
Read MoreShelby Suing Factory Five, Fan Forum For Trademark Infringements
Carroll Shelby is suing long-standing Shelby Cobra and Daytona Coupe-replica kit car maker Factory Five, an associated fan forum and a California-based builder for trademark infringement of names and vehicles. A fan forum? Yup.
Read More2010 Saab 9-3X, 9-5 Confirmed For 2009 European Lift-Off
Buried in this morning's GM sales figures was a blurb initially overlooked but important by itself — the 2010 Saab 9-3X and 2010 Saab 9-5 will launch this year, at least in Europe.
Read MoreToyota Officially World's Largest Automaker
Moments ago, GM announced 2008 global auto sales. With 8.35 million vehicles sold, the automaker fell 620,000 short of Toyota's 8.97 million 2008 car and truck sales. Toyota is now officially the world's largest automaker.
Read More1977 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Here's a well-preserved Malaise Cadillac for you.
Read MoreFord PowerShift Dual-Clutch Six-Speed Automatic Transmission: A Tranny For The Little Ones
Ford has promised an all six-speed transmission lineup by 2013. Today they've announced their baby tranny — the all-new dual-clutch PowerShift six speed for small cars. You know, like the Focus and...umm...stuff.
Read MoreWhere Are Automakers Stashing Unsold Cars?
The steep decline in worldwide car sales is causing automakers to stash over-produced cars in unlikely places, like on Nissan's UK test track above. Below, a gallery of places other automakers are stashing un-sold cars.
Read More"Cash For Clunkers" Bill Will Endanger Entire Crop Of Malaise Steel
Washington politicians, drunk with power from the inauguration of The One, want to offer you cash to take your clunker off the road to buy a new greener car. Worst idea ever.
Read MoreObama's New Presidential Limo: The Features
President Obama’s new Presidential limo’s been nicknamed “The Beast” by the Secret Service. We call it “Cadillac One.” Either way, here’s the low-down on the features inside this armored Cadillac-badged beast of burden. [via Telegraph]
Read MoreBeautiful Hand-Made Wooden Vespa
The Vespa scooter has a classically appreciable shape. Portuguese craftsman Carlos Alberto managed to fashion one from laminated hardwood. The result is stunningly beautiful.
Read MoreBMW Sauber F1.09: BMW's 2009 Formula One Missile
BMW is ready to tackle the 2009 Formula One season with a new, KERS-equipped BMW Sauber F1 racer. Full details and the stunning gallery below.
Read MoreFlying Across The Desert: Amazing Dakar Rally Photo Gallery
This year the Dakar Rally moved from its spiritual home in Africa to South America. That’s a good thing, as it resulted in more varied terrain, better racing and, most importantly, absolutely amazing photos.
Read MoreTesla Increases Prices On Already-Ordered Roadsters
Tesla's informed customers who've placed $50,000 deposits down for their Roadsters, the price of options they ordered has gone up. Now they need to fork over more money or lose a shot at owning one.
Read MoreWhere's This Bridge? Awesome Cantilevered Drawbridge
We just found these pictures of an amazing lift bridge with an obvious operation, but not-so-obvious location. Let's see if the Jalopnik commentariat know where it is. Update: It's in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.
Read MoreDriver Beats 98 MPH Speeding Ticket By Proving Honda Civic Can Only Hit 85 MPH
An English driver has beaten a 98 MPH speed camera ticket by re-purchasing his Honda Civic and paying a firm to test the vehicle. The Civic's top speed as tested? 85 MPH.
Read More1972 Datsun 510
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. A surviving Datsun 510 is the Bluebird Of Happiness for us!
Read MoreChrysler, Fiat To Create "Global Strategic Alliance"
Earlier, we told you Italian automaker Fiat will take a 35% stake in the still-partially-German-owned U.S. automaker Chrysler, creating what they term a "Global Strategic Alliance." At least it's not a "Global Strategic Axis."
Read MorePCH, Rootes Group Challenges The Prancing Horse: Sunbeam Venezia Or Ferrari 308 GT4?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! You want an exotic European Hell Project, do you? Well, who doesn't?
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Those Sabine Women Edition
The City of Rome, at least in lore, was founded primarily by men. This presented an issue when the Romans decided they wanted to have a second generation of their new city. The closest women were Sabines, occupying the surrounding area. Because Match.com didn't exist back then, the Romans decided to have a big party and invite all of the Sabines over. At the given hour Rome's founder Romulus gave the sign and the young men seized all the women. According to Livy, in his History of Rome, Romulus
Read MoreMINI One Clubman: Small And Cheap
Looking for a Mini Clubman with less power and fewer options? You're in luck Grandma Didorosi! The new MINI One Clubman delivers all those things and will debut at the Geneva Motor Show.
Read More56 Teams Battle For The 1958 Alpine Cup: Coupe Des Alpes!
An Alfa Giuletta duking it out with a Volvo 544 on a 2,450-mile race across the Alps in 1958? Well, sometimes there are more important things than slaving for The Man on a Monday afternoon!
Read MoreTesla Roadster Sport: More Charge For More Change
If you want an electric sportscar but worry the Tesla Roadster isn't as fast or expensive as it could be, the Tesla Roadster Sport is for you. But what does an extra $20K get you?
Read MorePresidential Gatling Gun-Equipped Suburban Badder Than New Cadillac Limo
Barack Obama's getting a Cadillac-styled new Presidential Limo tomorrow. While nice, we're more interested in the Gatling gun-equipped Suburban that follows Cadillac One. Here's video of the bullet-spraying Chevy in action.
Read MoreDarth Vader Trades In Star Destroyer For Ariel Atom
Not one to let a Lotus-driving storm trooper have all the fun, Darth Vader has upped the ante by hopping into an Ariel Atom. Sounds like time for another round of "Caption This."
Read MoreToyota Offering Cash Incentive On Prius For First Time
December's sharp sales decline is pushing Toyota to offer cash incentives for the first time on the Prius hybrid. Toyota will also drop cash on top of the Corolla and Camry.
Read MoreB.J Novak Picks Up An Audi A5
We know Andy duels with a Prius and Dwight rolls in a 1987 Pontiac Trans Am, and now it looks like The Office co-star Ryan (B.J. Novak) just picked up an Audi A5.
Read More1953 Chevrolet Pickup Truck
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Truck Monday is upon us again, and we're going way back!
Read MoreBooth Professionals Of The 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Despite the downturn in the auto industry, this year's Detroit Auto Show bore an incredible number of very knowledgeable booth professionals. Yes, they answered our questions, but they also got in some of our pictures.
Read MoreNaked Jalopnik: The Meanest Thing We Did At The Detroit Auto Show
Much like our comrades over at Gizmodo, we believe no trade show is complete without a little mischief. Here's ours for the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read MoreNATS GT-K: Horrifying Kei Car Nissan GT-R
That's it folks, get right with your God, grab your lawn chair and your favorite beverage, and find a nice viewing spot because the NATS GT-K is surely the harbinger of the end times.
Read MoreSnowBot Has Closest Arse Freeze-A-Palooza LeMons Lap Predictions, Wins Fabulous Prizes!
Remember the You Guess The Effluency Contenders' Laps contest we had, oh, nearly a month ago? I've finally gone through the predictions, and we have a winner!
Read More"Where's Waldo" Prize Winners Crowned
When we announced the "Where's Waldo" competition earlier, we expected everyone to stay occupied for quite some time. WilliamG and his cohorts however found him quickly and now we announce their prizes.
Read MoreRENNtech 777: An SLR McLaren To Out-AMG AMG
Never one to let well-enough alone, or to admit there is such a thing as well-enough, über-tuners RENNtech have taken the SLR 722 and tuned it up to 777 HP.
Read MoreWhere's Waldo: Win A Bag Of Detroit Auto Show Swag
Our swag bag overfloweth after this years Detroit Auto Show, and as a way to lighten our load, we've devised a devilish new game to give it away, hunting for the ever elusive Waldo.
Read More2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic: More Stripes, More Muscle
The 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic trim-level brings bigger stripes, functional hood scoops and a low-restriction exhaust to the Mopar muscle car, bringing the 5.7-liter HEMI up to 376 HP and 410 lb-ft of torque.
Read More2009 Barrett-Jackson Auction Scottsdale: Eight Highest-Priced Cars Through Day Three
The big Barrett-Jackson car auction in Scottsdale's going on right now and we're already into the fourth day of hot gavel action. Here's the eight top cars that have found new owners through day three.
Read MoreBMW Loans NYC Ten Mini E Electric Cars
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has announced the city's received a loan of 10 MINI E electric cars following news of the elimination of 700 cars from the city's municipal fleet.
Read MoreRacer X Pays Respect To BMW 635CSi With RZ-M6 Concept
In 2003, BMW brought the 6-Series back after a 14-year hiatus. Some felt it didn't pay homage to the classic 635CSi. Now, Racer X has come to the rescue with their BMW RZ-M6 concept.
Read MoreMitsubishi Lancer "Birds And Bees" Ad Touts Tired Innuendo-Laden Humor
Nothing says subversive and edgy like issuing a press release about how subversive and edgy your scandalous, innuendo-laden TV spot is for the new Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback.
Read MoreThe 11 Most Depressing Moments Of The 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Just because we had fun at the Detroit Auto Show doesn't mean there weren't somber moments. In fact, most moments were. Here are the 11 most depressing moments from the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read MoreLexus Reveals "Remote Touch" Mouse-Based, Point-And-Click Infotainment System
Lexus debuted a new navigation system in the HS 250h, their new dedicated hybrid, continuing the assimilation of computer controls into automobiles with a track-ball-like mouse. We decided to play with it.
Read MoreMarussia: Russia's First Electric Supercar
Russia's built themselves an electric supercar. Seriously. We might even be willing to be caught alive in this modular Russian beauty. Look out Tesla and Fisker, because in mother Russia, borscht may beat you.
Read MoreFord To Auction 2010 Shelby GT500, F-150 SVT Raptor At Barrett-Jackson
Ford's auctioning off three vehicles at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale this week — a 2010 Shelby GT500, a 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor and a Cobra Jet Mustang. The money's going to juvenile diabetes research.
Read MoreVW Accuses Lamborghini Of Orange County Of Stealing $12 Million
Fargo, the Coen brother's 1996 cult-film, was an outrageous tale of an embezzling car salesman and his plot to kidnap his wife. The owners of Lamborghini of Orange County have the embezzling part down.
Read MoreAll-Carbon Fiber Lotus Elise Poses Interesting Question
This completely raw carbon fiber 2002 Lotus Elise was built for extreme weight savings, but it poses the question; is the weight savings worth the cost?
Read MoreReport: Rock Star Car Designer Camilo Pardo, Ford To Split Ways
Sources close to Camilo Pardo, the rock star designer behind the breathtaking Ford GT, claim he's been asked to leave Ford. We're heading to Motor City Bar to mourn and stare at the GT mural.
Read MorePCH, Land Of The Free Edition: V6 Chevette Or Quadra-Packard Package Deal?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and most hellish! We don't have so many American cars here, because parts are too easy to find…
Read MoreObama's New Cadillac Limo Officially Unveiled
President-Elect Barack Obama's getting a new Cadillac Limousine in time for his inauguration on January 20th. Here are the first official photos. The new limo's a rolling symbol of the President's power and GM's marketing.
Read MoreKiwi Hoons Perform Triple Burnout With El Camino, Nomination For Jalopnik Sainthood Considered
Be certain your seatbelts are securely fastened, your tray tables and seatbacks are in their upright and locked position, because these Kiwi hoons are about to take you on a triple burnout flight of awesome. Looking like some petrol twisted version of Greg Pike's, these guys pulled out a cabover flatbed truck with what sounds like a serious cam on it topped by what we're assuming is a Holden Ute, which is carrying a motorcycle in its bed. Add three drivers with a taste for tire smoke and you hav
Read MoreCorvette-Engined Formula Le Mans LMP2 Racer Makes Angry Noises
GM’s venerable small-block LS3 from the 2009 Corvette/2010 Camaro SS has found its way under the rear bodywork of a new Formula Le Mans prototype. Click below to see and hear the beast in action.
Read More1968 Datsun Sports 1600 Aka Fairlady Aka SPL311
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Today we've got our second Datsun roadster of the series.
Read MoreDrinkin' In Detroit: Domestic Brand Bar Versus Foreign
Fun as the Detroit Auto Show can be, it's exhausting. After the day ends, all you really want to do is drink. Last night we test drove some automaker bars for fun.
Read MoreThe Top Ten Concept Interiors Of The 2009 Detroit Auto Show
The 2009 Detroit Auto Show was lacking on the show's "concept" side, focusing on production cars capable of surviving the Carpocalypse. Still, there were some highlights — these were the ten best interiors.
Read MoreJalopnik Exclusive Interview With VW's Max The Beetle
We decided to turn the tables on Max the Beetle, star of Volkswagen's "Das Auto" ads, and interview him to see what he thinks of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Sweet Home Chicago Edition
The city of Chicago, Illinois has a long and distinguished musical history. As the largest city in the nation not near an ocean, Chicago has been a defining cultural and musical influence for the entire United States — especially the Midwestern states. In the early decades of the 20th century, a "Great Migration" of poor southern African-Americans resulted in a strong, distinct tradition of blues and jazz music that continues to this day. Those blues and jazz traditions combined in the '60s to h
Read MoreLive Tonight On Speed: GM Heritage Center Cars Auctioned At Barrett-Jackson
Tonight's the night where many of GM's Heritage Center cars will wave goodbye and meet their new owners for the very first time.
Read MoreBentley Continental GTC Speed, Fastest Four-Seat Convertible Ever
The Bentley Continental GTC Speed finally dropped top and trou at the Detroit Auto Show. We've got live shots inside and the crumpets to back them up.
Read MoreWinners Announced At Eyes On Design Awards In Detroit
The Detroit Auto Show set the stage for the annual designer-on-designer stroke fest, the 2009 Eyes On Design Awards. We've got the results after the jump.
Read MoreBYD Wants To Put Its Battery In Your Electric Dodge
The "ferrous oxide" battery technology developed by BYD, if it lives up to their own somewhat fantastic claims of 250 miles on a full charge, is far superior to anything currently being delivered or promised by an automaker. In fact, the closest anyone has come to offering similar technology is a claim by Chrysler regarding their Dodge Circuit EV. In their press release they state the EV should achieve "zero tailpipe emissions and 150-200 mile driving range" if it comes to production.
Read More2010 Lincoln MKT: Crossover For The Super-Segmented Masses
We brought you a look at the new 2010 Lincoln MKT yesterday, and now here's a load of live images of the seven passenger crossover revealed here at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Read MoreHow To Load A Concept Car Onto An Auto Show Turntable
We lingered long past the close of the show last night, making time with some of the cars without the annoying presence of other people and managed to hit the Lincoln stand as the little C was being loaded onto its spinning round table. It's sort of like making sausage, you never really think about the process of doing it, only the end result.
Read MoreAlpine Showcases IPod-Like Multimedia Systems For GM, BMW, Mercedes
The 2009 Detroit Auto Show provided a stage for Alpine Electronics to proudly announce they've released a few new mobile media solutions for GM, BMW and Mercedes featuring iPod-like graphical design.
Read MoreBAT 11dk: First Private Car Displayed On Detroit Auto Show Main Floor... Ever
Dr. Gary Kaberle, a Michigan Dentist, is the first-ever private individual to display a vehicle on the main floor of the Detroit Auto Show with his BAT 11dk.
Read More2009 Detroit Auto Show: Top Ten Reveals Of Day Two
Yesterday was our second of three days here at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show and day two was almost as good as day one. These are the top ten reveals — based on your eyeballs.
Read MoreBrilliance Auto "Seeking Development With Mutual Benefit And Win-Win"
Chinese automaker Brilliance came to the Detroit Auto Show to showcase their M1 and M2 sedans, M3 sport coupe and the FRV hatchback. They failed. However, they succeeded at showcasing an impressive display of engrish.
Read More1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu, Plus Bonus Evil Chevy Poll
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. How about a Chevelle with the super-rare Roofer Option Package?
Read MoreProject Car Hell, Brain Worms Edition: 1941 Lincoln Lead Sled Or MOGZILLA?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! Today we have a couple of projects that defy easy categorization.
Read More2009 Michelin Challenge Design Searches For Next Iconic American Vehicle
Michelin has challenged budding car designers to come up with the next iconic American vehicle, referencing past greats like 1968 Ford Mustang. Here’s a gallery of our favorites.
Read MoreTop Ten 2009 Detroit Auto Show Galleries: Day One
For an industry left for dead, the 2009 Detroit Auto Show has produced a wealth of shiny automotive awesomeness. Here are the top ten photo galleries from yesterday's first day of the show.
Read MoreGM Sucks Up To Obama. Hard.
Rather than announce a new model or another plan to save their business, GM invited the 2009 Detroit Auto Show press corps to watch a biracial expression of joy for Barack Obama.
Read MoreRevenge GTM-R Super Car: Another 505 HP Boutique Supercar
Niche car company Revenge Designs has unveiled the Revenge GTM-R Super Car here at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. It's a 505 HP mid-engine offering and the first complete car from Revenge.
Read MoreJalopnik GEM-Powered Detroit Auto Show Mobile Command Center
Want to know what that mystery electric car was? Why it's our very own Jalopnik GEM-powered Detroit Auto Show Mobile Command Center, and it's why we've had the fastest coverage at this year's show!
Read More2010 Chevy Equinox: The Tall Malibu Wagon Debuts
The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox rolled out in all its rotund glory during the General's cavalcade of new products today at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read MoreChrysler Sign Almost Decapitates Detroit Auto Show-Goer
The U.S. auto industry is now completely falling apart. Literally. A giant metallic Chrysler Pentastar logo just fell down in the Chrysler display, barely missing decapitating someone here in Detroit. More pics below.
Read MoreBYD E6: 250 Miles Per Charge Electric Car
BYD Auto debuted their E6 full-electric crossover, reportedly capable of a 250-mile trip on just one full charge, putting it ahead of any electric car for sale or announced. We'll probably never see it.
Read More2010 Toyota Prius: Live, In The Vanilla Flesh!
Not only is the new Prius bigger and faster, but it's more economical too. At 50 MPG the 2010 Toyota Prius will be the most fuel-efficient vehicle for sale in America.
Read More2009 Detroit Auto Show: Every Day One Reveal!
As usual, day one at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show's a Sunday, so many missed our first day of fun. No worries. Here's the top ten live reveals from yesterday — and all the rest.
Read MoreBYD F3DM: The Chinese Volt
Chinese automaker BYD introduced their BYD F3DM EREV (Extended Range Electric Vehicle) here in Detroit, a car similar to the Chevy Volt. Except the BYD hybrid's already in production. Also, it's half the price.
Read MoreGM CEO Rick Wagoner Announces Chevy Volt Battery Details
GM CEO Rick Wagoner has made a slew of announcements surrounding the technology in the 2011 Chevy Volt. Seems yawn-inducing, right? You're wrong.
Read More2010 Lincoln MKS: Entry-Level Luxe Sedan Gets EcoBoost Engine
Ford told us today the 2010 Lincoln MKS will join the 2010 Ford Flex as models receiving a new sport appearance package, plus the 355 HP EcoBoost V6. That's the real story.
Read MoreLincoln C Concept: European Size, American Luxury
The best kept secret of the 2009 Detroit Auto Showthus far has been the name of the Lincoln C Concept, a preview of a compact luxury segment largely absent in the United States.
Read More2010 Toyota Camry: Detroit Reveal Makes Us Crave Vanilla Ice Cream
Hi Yo! The 2010 Toyota Camry and 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid made a surprise unveiling yesterday at the 2009 By The Auto Insider Read More
Lincoln C Concept: A Smaller Car For A Compact Future
Lincoln has seen the future and apparently it looks like a compact Renault Megane. The Lincoln C concept is Lincoln's idea for a small luxury car, perfect for the cash strapped Carpocalypse.
Read MoreToyota FT-EV Concept: Roller Skate-Sized Electric Sneaks Onto Detroit Show Floor
The FT-EV Concept, Toyota's tiny little electric car for the masses, has managed to sneak onto the Detroit Auto Show floor ahead of the official reveal later this morning.
Read More2010 Toyota Prius: Bigger, Longer And With Higher Fuel Economy
Pictures and details of the 2010 Toyota Prius have again leaked ahead of the car's official release in a few hours. Aside from the picture we've already seen, let's look at the new details.
Read More2010 Cadillac SRX: When Luxury Crossover Meets Midsize SUV
Here are the first images of the 2010 Cadillac SRX, the new crossover from Cadillac, straight from the floor of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
Read More1971 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe Pickup Truck
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Let's celebrate the Auto Show with an old-school Chevy truck!
Read More2010 Lincoln MKT: Lincoln Gets A Big-Boy Crossover
It's rare when a production car is better than the concept, but the 2010 Lincoln MKT, set to debut later today at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, blends style and substance to do just that.
Read More2010 Lincoln MKS: EcoBoost Comes To The MKS
The 2010 Lincoln MKS will join the 2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost in offering the 355 HP EcoBoost V6.
Read More2010 Jaguar XFR Launched Amid Dry Ice, Lasers
We've already seen the 2010 Jaguar XFR press shots, but here it is amid dry ice fog and lasers. The new 5.0-liter supercharged engine brings with it 510 HP and a 4.7 second 0-to-60 time.
Read MoreLamborghini Holds Euro-Trash Fashion Show
The only models introduced at the Lamborghini press event today had eating disorders and Lambo-level designer clothing. A gallery for men, women and dragons below.
Read MoreSubaru Legacy Concept: Fully Revealed With Details
We've already seen the Subaru Legacy Concept here at the Detroit Auto Show because they left it all naked this morning. Now we've got complete details on this preview car from Subaru.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Simple Gifts Edition
The Religious Society of Friends, commonly referred to as the Quakers, is a Christian denomination founded in England in the seventeenth century. While the Friends are small in number, totaling somewhere around 350,000 worldwide, they have made a large impact on the world through strong traditions of peace and social justice. Many well-known nongovernmental organizations were founded by Quakers, including Greenpeace and Amnesty International. Another Friends-affiliated nonprofit group, the Ameri
Read More2009 New MINI Cooper Convertible Takes Top Off At Detroit Auto Show
MINI has officially revealed the 2009 new MINI Cooper Convertible and 2009 new MINI Cooper S Convertible at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. You'd better save your money because your girlfriend/wife is going to want one.
Read MoreToyota Attempts To Best GM In The Plug-In Hybrid Game
Vying for the "psychological advantage," Toyota plans to bring out a plug-in hybrid before GM can release the Chevy Volt.
Read MoreAudi Sportback Concept Previews 2009 Audi A5 Sportback
Audi says this Sportback Concept presages a hatchback production model that'll arrive some time this year: the 2010 Audi A5 Sportback.
Read MoreAudi R8 5.2 FSI Makes Live Detroit Debut
Audi just took the wraps off the 517 HP R8 V10. The Audi R8 5.2 FSI can do 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, hit nearly 200 MPH and looks damn good in red.
Read MoreKia Soul'Ster Concept: A Ride For The Cali Kids
The two door, convertible, camino-bedded, crossover, active urban youth lifestyle Kia Soul'ster Concept has debuted at the Detroit Auto Show, answering a question which literally nobody has ever asked. Ever.
Read MoreJeep Patriot EV Shoots Off In Detroit
Here's the Jeep Patriot EV. Chrysler put a big EV logo on it. It’s fast and quiet. Give them all your taxpayer dollars. Heck, they even painted it green.
Read More2010 Buick LaCrosse: Crushing Brand Perceptions
The brand-image smashing 2010 Buick LaCrosse has debuted out on the floor of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, cut crystal platters of rock candy, and old Werther's Original were nowhere to be found.
Read MoreDodge Circuit EV Officially Revealed In Detroit
How many times can you reveal a new car? Three, if the Dodge Circuit EV is anything to go by.
Read MoreCarroll Shelby Introduces 2010 Shelby GT500 Coupe, Convertible At Detroit
Here's the first live shots of Ford’s new 2010 Shelby GT500 Coupe and Convertible from the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. While the old car was a beastly brute, the new 2010 brings a new sense of burliness to the pony car wars. Read On.
Read MoreFord Unveils Plan For Four Electric Cars By 2012
Ford revealed details here at the Detroit Auto Show on plans to unveil four electric vehicles by 2012. The vehicles will purportedly be able to travel 100 miles on a Li-Ion battery.
Read More2010 Toyota Camry: New Mid-Size Unveiled At Detroit
Here's the first unexpected reveal of the Detroit Auto Show — Toyota's let loose the new 2010 Toyota Camry and 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid. They'll both go on sale beginning in March.
Read More2009 Detroit Auto Show: What To Expect
In a pivotal year for the car industry the Detroit Auto Show is more important than ever. Below we prview the announcements, trends and reveals we expect in the next three days.
Read MoreDodge Circuit EV First Live Photos
The Dodge Circuit EV may not get a full reveal until later, but our quick-shuttered photographers already nabbed photos of the new EV. You can find it unwrapped below.
Read MoreJohnson Controls RE3 Concept: Another Boutique Plug-In Electric Hybrid Debuts In Detroit
Johnson Controls released their iPod-inspired RE3 Lithium-Ion battery-powered RE3 Concept today at the Detroit Auto Show.
Read MoreA Reader's Guide To Following The Detroit Auto Show On Jalopnik
It's the calm before the storm here at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show — are you ready? After the jump, a public service message explaining how to get the full Jalopnik experience.
Read More2010 Ford Taurus: More Hot, Less Bull
In 1986, Ford unleashed a moonshot automobile which dragged the company and its competitors into the future. With the 2010 Ford Taurus, it seems Ford is staking its claim at greatness again.
Read MoreChrysler ENVI Program Updated With New Models, Big Stickers, Bigger Dreams
We’ve already showed you the Jeep Patriot EV and Dodge Circuit EV, but here’s the whole Chrysler ENVI program together. The big updates? New stickers!
Read MoreChrysler Uconnect: An Orwellian Nightmare
The overriding theme for Chrysler’s Detroit Auto Show unveils seems to be the future and the latest fantasy is a frightening space-age version of Chrysler uconnect.
Read More2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost: It's Got The Power
The 2010 Ford Flex EcoBoost will bring Ford's 355 HP twin-turbocharged V6 engine to the Ford Flex, providing V8-like power for those who want it in their seven-passenger crossover.
Read MoreFord EcoBoost: Have You Driven A Twin-Turbocharged Ford Lately?
Ford has unwrapped its EcoBoost technology and is promising 355 HP and 350 lb-ft of torque from its new twin-turbocharged V6.
Read MoreToyota FT-EV Concept: An Electric Car For The Tiny Masses
Toyota will show off it's Toyota iQ-based FT-EV electric car at the Detroit Auto Show this week as part of a push towards a larger, greener fleet.
Read MoreDodge Circuit EV: Not Quite Too Good To Be True
You know those student design concepts that are all naïve ideas and very little reality? It looks like Chrysler’s ENVI program has gone back to school for their electric Dodge Circuit EV concept.
Read MoreWhat Detroit Auto Show Unveil Would Surprise You Most?
Starting this weekend we'll be pounding the pavement stained carpet to bring you the latest Detroit Auto Show reveals. Despite the Carpocalypse, we expect surprises. But what unveil would surprise you most?
Read MoreThe 24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery!
Here we are with another 24 Hours Of LeMons Über Gallery, with photographs of every single entrant that managed to get some laps done before spitting connecting rods in all directions.
Read MoreRDP Motorsport Dodge Challenger SRT8 Produces Twin-Supercharged 1,000 HP
Our belief is enough is never really enough, which is why we absolutely support RDP Motorsport’s idea to twin-supercharge the Dodge Challenger SRT8. You can hear the ear-splitting results in the video below.
Read MoreGM Announces Camaro HP Numbers, Convertible, Production Delays
GM announced to dealers today a one-month production delay for the 2010 Chevy Camaro. The good news is they also announced a model year for the Camaro Convertible and real horsepower numbers.
Read MoreFord Fusion New Mid-Size Fuel Economy Champ, Bests Toyota, Honda
The I4-equipped 2010 Ford Fusion is now the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedan in America with fuel economy of 34 MPG highway and 23 MPG city, besting the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: The Bavarian Hordes
17 BMW-based teams showed up at the '08 Arse Freeze, which makes BMW the most numerous marque at the race. Why is that? Well, BMWs are practically race cars right out of the box, with great suspensions and big brakes, and the incredible cost of repairing a 20-year-old example and/or getting one to pass California's super-strict emissions test means you can get 'em for cheap. The only real drawback to running a LeMons BMW is a big one: the electronics tend to get all scrambled after a few hours o
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: British Steel
We never see enough British cars in the 24 Hours Of LeMons, so getting two TR7s, a V12 Jag, and a Chevy-powered Jag on the track at the same time really made our weekend.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Pasta Burners
It's just not racing without Italian cars, and we're fortunate that mere mortals are so terrified of Fiats and Alfas that the prices are quite reasonable for not-so-perfect examples. Sadly, one of the promised X1/9s didn't show, but the red-white-and-green was still amply represented at the Arse Freeze.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Furious Fords
Ford was the second-most-numerous marque seen at the Arse Freeze-A-Palooza, with 14 vehicles (versus 18 BMWs), and two Fords in the Top 10 (not to mention the quickest lap time of the whole race) is grounds for Blue Oval pride. The important question is: when are we going to see a Jeffrey Lebowski Torino in the race?
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: The Other Germans
Even though the BMWs outnumbered all the other Deutschland machines put together, don't forget that VW, Porsche, and Audi were represented at Thunderhill! As you'll see, VWs and Porsches tend to hold together somewhat better than the BMWs in a LeMons race… but that doesn't mean they don't blow up occasionally!
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: The General's Troops
You naysayers who want to claim that the Geo Metro is really a Suzuki can go away now, because we say a GM car- albeit a Honda-powered one- won this race! The rest of the GM field was far from Camaro-only, which is always good to see; nothing against Camaros, mind you, but they've been pretty numerous in LeMons events and it's good to see more GM variety.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: The Lone Wolves
It's no shock to find only one example apiece from the likes of AMC, Yugo, and Isuzu, but Chrysler and Subaru? Something's wrong here! In any case, these are the teams that singlehandedly represented their marques on the racetrack.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Soichiro's Revenge
We're always disappointed to see how many Hondas and Acuras blow head gaskets or otherwise puke their engines during a LeMons race, given Soichiro Honda's love of racing and all. This time, though, we didn't notice any Honda cylinder heads sitting around in the pits, waiting for team members to return from the parts store with a new gasket. The Acura Integra may be the quickest race car 500 bucks can buy, judging by their performance at past LeMons races, and the CRX's small size and great accel
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Mazda Madness
If there's one marque that could be said to dominate LeMons, Mazda is definitely it. An RX-7 won the South '08 race, a Miata won the New England '08 race, a Protege took the win at Arse Freeze '07, and the Top Ten at most races tends to be packed with Mazdas. Why doesn't Mazda use this in their advertising? "Even when it's a total piece of crap you can buy for 500 bucks, a Mazda is still a winner!" But be warned, you teams considering entering a Miata: nobody believes in $500 Miatas, so you need
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Awesome Datsuns, Driven Nissans
We've started to see quite a few 300ZXs at LeMons races, in addition to the usual crop of 280Zs and 280ZXs. For reasons we don't understand, the Zs haven't been so reliable at LeMons races; at some point, though, one of them is bound to dominate a race. We're also hearing rumors of a possible 510 at a future West Coast race, and we hope they're true.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Swedish Berserkers
The numbers of Volvos and Saabs seem to be on the decline at LeMons races, though we're still hoping somebody will show up with a 262C Bertone coupe.
Read More24 Hours Of LeMons Arse Freeze-A-Palooza Über Gallery: Toyopet Onslaught
Six of the eight Toyota at Thunderhill were MR2s, which is understandable: mid-engined sports car with Toyota reliability; you think someone is going to show up with a legit $500 supercharged one someday? Toyotas, as all LeMons fans know, have done pretty well in past races. A Corolla FX16 won at Houston, a Supra won at Detroit-ish '08, and a Supra won at Flat Rock '07. We're still waiting to see a LeMons Cressida or- dare we hope?- a Corona wagon.
Read MoreDodge Circuit EV To Shock Detroit Auto Show
The re-badged Lotus toy Chrysler plans to bring to the Detroit Auto Show this weekend is called the Dodge Circuit EV. Whether it'll get a red bandanna tied around a side mirror is anyone's guess.
Read More50th Anniversary Hurst Viper Shifts Into View
Fabled tuner Hurst has released the first photos of their limited-run Hurst Viper and it's gold, badass and up for sale at the next Barrett-Jackson auction.
Read MoreSaab For Sale On eBay, Low Reserve
Saab, the Swedish automaker, is for sale on eBay. Overall condition is described as excellent, but in need of a little attention. With a "Buy It Now" price of $10,000, you’d better act fast.
Read MoreSegway-Killing Toyota Winglet Enters Production Priced At $3,500
Toyota is putting its sex toy-like Winglet personal transportation device into production, with limited sales beginning this year. For just $3,500 you can look as ridiculous as a Segway owner.
Read MoreSuddenly Empty Detroit Auto Show Basement Turned Into Electric Test Track
With every Michigan Hall automaker now sitting pretty on the top floor at Cobo, there's all sorts of room in the convention center's basement. How will the Detroit Auto Show use the space? Test track!
Read MoreBMW M7 Possibly Spied Lurking About In The Dark
BMW's Motorsport division said it would never tune an SUV, yet they've gone back on their word on that one. Does that leave room for a big-daddy M7? Looks like a definite "maybe."
Read More1988 Peugeot 505 Turbo
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. How about a turbocharged French sports sedan from the Reagan Era?
Read MoreNissan GT-R SpecV: Super-Godzilla Caught On Tape
We actually have no idea what is being said in this video, but we can assume Nissan is calling out Porsche and anyone else who wants to step up and play with its new toy. We think it's due time for another 'Ring showdown.
Read More2010 Hennessey Camaro Boasts 705 HP Credentials, $109,000 Price Tag
Assuming the 2010 Chevy Camaro ever makes it to production, Hennessey is ready with a stonkin' 705 HP supercharged upgrade kit ready to hoover up $109,000 of your dollars.
Read MoreCES: Ford Sync Heading To Europe, Sync Concept Hinted At
Yesterday we revealed Ford Sync upgrades like turn-by-turn directions and traffic avoidance. Today we can say Sync is heading to Europe there's next-generation system brewing, call it a Sync concept, including Apple-like apps.
Read MoreREPORT: No One Wants To Buy Saab
Looks like Saab is joining Hummer and Saturn on the list of brands GM is trying to sell, but can't find buyers for.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Boomer Sooner Edition
Anyone who has ever attended or watched a University of Oklahoma sporting event is familiar with the school's fight song, Boomer Sooner. One can't help but wonder if the school's marching and pep bands even bothered learning any other songs, as they seem to strike up the catchy melody every 10-15 seconds during games. While the song gets annoying after the first few renditions and lends itself to easy jokes about the mental abilities of Oklahoma fans, it has a surprisingly genteel history. It wa
Read MoreProject Car Hell, V12-O-Rama Edition: BMW 750iL Convertible Or Pair Of 1946 Lincolns?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and most hellish! Last time, the Seata Spring triumphed in the poll… but it was short on cylinders.
Read MoreHachette-Appointed Interim Editor John Owens' Leaked Car & Driver Editor's Column
When Csaba Csere left Car & Driver last month, John Owens, Popular Photography's Editor-in-Chief, became the buff book's interim boss. We've just been leaked his rough draft "Editor's Column." One word describes it: Horrifying.
Read MoreToyota Safety Connect, Lexus Enform Take Aim At GM OnStar With New Service
Toyota's ready to battle GM's OnStar with it's own on-board telematics program appropriately named Safety Connect and Lexus Enform. Of course GM could have avoided this if they'd let Lexus continue to use OnStar.
Read MoreOfficial 2010 Camaro Paint Colors Released
We took the ten official 2010 Chevrolet Camaro paint codes and splashed them across a few cars for your full Technicolor viewing pleasure.
Read MoreREPORT: Lotus Evora SC Coming With 350 HP Supercharged Engine
Lotus is planning to add a supercharger to its upcoming Evora 2+2. That's a good thing, because they’re also planning versions with an automatic transmission and an electric convertible top.
Read MoreAn Open Letter To Ford: Give Us The Falcon Ute
Hey, Ford! Are you paying attention? Come in here. We want you to read something. GM wouldn't listen to us. But we need this. We crave the Falcon Ute.
Read MoreOfficial Euro Honda Insight Hybrid Fuel Economy Numbers Leak: Less Fuel-Efficient Than Toyota Prius
According to leaked info in Honda's official magazine in Belgium, the European 2009 Honda Insight is less fuel-efficient than the current Toyota Prius — but may only be about 1 MPG less.
Read MoreVIDEO: Chevy Beat Today Show Skirt-Lift
We showed you the little screen cap earlier, but here's the full video of this morning's Today Show Lauer skirt-lift on the Chevy Beat.
Read MoreChevy Beat Heading To Detroit After Live Tease On Today Show
NBC Today Show's Matt Lauer is in Detroit this morning at GM's Warren Tech Center, where he teased a supposed production car. Despite rumors of it's demise, it looks like it's the Chevy Beat.
Read MoreNissan GT-R SpecV: Super-Godzilla Officially Attacks Japan
Yes friends, the Nissan GT-R SpecV is finally, officially here and goes on sale at seven specially selected Nissan dealerships in Japan next month for 15,750,000 yen. That's a bit over $160,000.
Read MoreCES: Ford Upgrades Sync With Turn-By-Turn Navigation
Since introduction in 2007, Sync has been a huge success for Ford, closing on 1 million systems sold. Today at CES, Ford's announced some next-generation upgrades including turn-by-turn navigation.
Read More2010 Jaguar XK Spied Prowling English Countryside
As far as facelifts go, we’d say the 2010 Jaguar XK is more Demi Moore than Joan Rivers, but its what’s inside that really piques our interest: the new XK gets a rotary drive selector.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Urban Blight Edition
In 1959, East St. Louis, Illinois was a prosperous city of over 80,000 people. High-paying union jobs in the steel, rail, and meatpacking industries drove the economy and the city had just earned the prestigious All-American City award from the National Civic League. What a difference 50 years makes. Today, East St. Louis has a population of just over 30,000 people, more than one-third of whom subsist on less that $7500 per year. It has been called America's Soweto by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Read MorePutting V8s In Volvos Is Like Eating Peanuts: Future Drag Race Car Plucked From Redwoods
Black Metal V8olvo crew chief and mastermind Hellhammer likes stuffing V8s into cars that never came that way from the factory, and now he's learned a few things about Volvos. Let's get another one!
Read More2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Caught With Its Pants Completely Down
The refreshed 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS got caught with its pants completely down and we've got the photos to prove it.
Read MoreVolvo Announces Powerful Twin-Turbo Diesel For Euro S80
Once again, the American market gets shafted on badass diesels, Volvo has announced a new engine for its European S80, a 2.4 liter twin-turbo diesel with 205 HP and 310 lb-ft of torque.
Read MoreNissan Recalling 243,000 Xterras, Pathfinders And Frontiers
Nissan will be recalling 242,720 2005-2009 Xterras, Pathfinders and Frontiers due to a faulty airbag sensor.
Read MoreTalking Pontiac's Post G8 ST Future With GM VP Of Marketing Susan Docherty
Yesterday's announcement from GM stating the 2010 Pontiac G8 ST was being canceled came to us like a knife in the heart, so today, we had a conversation with Susan Docherty, the Pontiac Marketing VP.
Read MoreNew Toyota Prius May Get Larger Engine For US Market
The new Toyota Prius, debuting in Detroit next week, could be getting a larger engine for the American market. Why? US buyers want more power, not better economy.
Read MoreWhat's Better In Winter Weather, AWD Or Snow Tires?
When the roads go all white (or dirty grey if you live in a city) what works better, an all-wheel drive car on all-seasons or a two-wheel drive car on snow tires?
Read More2010 Mercedes E-Class Brochure Leaks Ahead Of Detroit
Planning a 2010 trip to Stuttgart? This is the taxi that’ll pick you up from the airport. It’ll be a nicer taxi than in recent years, Mercedes is channeling the ‘80s for the new E-Class.
Read MoreHonda Cuts RWD, V8, S2000 Replacement Programs
In addition to the NSX supercar, Honda now plans to cut RWD, V8 engine and S2000 replacement programs due to theCarpocalypse. Still, there’s one item of good news.
Read MoreProtoscar Lampo Electric Teased Ahead Of Geneva
There’s another frigid auto show coming up and just like Detroit, Geneva looks set to be filled with plenty of imaginary electric cars. The Protoscar Lampo is the latest.
Read MoreLamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SV: What To Expect
Looks like yet another up-spec Lamborghini is headed our way. We're told the next bull-headed beast will sport 662 horses and be called the Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SV. Wow, that’s a mouthful.
Read MoreThe World's Funniest Street Signs
What were road commissions thinking when they passed some street names? While we've certainly seen some hilarious ones, these are the 32 best street signs in the world. Just to help brighten your day.
Read More"Best Of Craigslist" Rant Classifies Canadian Drivers
Quality wordcraft in Craigslist is nominated for "Best of Craigslist," but rarely is it automotive in nature. Even more rarely is it a quality rant against various jerk-off classes of Canadian drivers.
Read MorePontiac G8 ST Officially Dead: GM Kills El Camino...Again
We knew it was on the bubble, but just moments ago, Pontiac told dealers they plan to kill the Pontiac G8 ST. Yup, GM's killed the El Camino. Again.
Read MoreIs This The Last "International" Detroit Auto Show?
We kind of feel auto shows in North American are moving away from international "reveal" type shows and back to what they started as. Could next week’s be the last truly "international" Detroit Auto Show?
Read MoreHonda Plans To Build All-Electric Motorcycle By 2010
One positive note in Honda CEO Takeo Fukui's NSX-cancelling, F1-withdrawing year-end speech: a renewed focus on motorcycle development. First up: an all-electric production motorcycle.
Read MoreBentley Continental GTC Speed: Staple Your Crown On Before You Hit The Pedal
Sporting an upgraded visage, 600 HP, new ceramic brakes, top speed of 200 MPH and interior color choices like aquamarine, the Bentley Continental GTC Speed is the perfect gift for the sheik in your life.
Read MoreReport: Chrysler Prepping More Dodge-Like Dodge EV For Detroit
Chrysler may be bringing an updated hopes and dreams Dodge EV to the Detroit Auto Show. What’s new? Styling going further than a badge swap and possibly four seats. So, a Lotus Evora?
Read More1967 Ford Mustang
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. It's time for another 1960s Mustang!
Read MoreConsumer Reports: Hyundai Genesis New Top-Rated Upscale Sedan, Bests Lexus ES 350
Plucky Korean upstart Hyundai has beaten rivals from Saab, Pontiac, Lexus, Toyota, Acura and Lincoln; the Genesis has just been named Consumer Reports' new top-rated upscale sedan. Who knew Hyundai was the new Lexus?
Read MoreBMW X6 M Teased In Sneak Preview Video
It looks like BMW’s M division is doing something it said it never would: building an SUV. The BMW X6 M will use tuned versions of the X6’s 400 HP V8 and torque vectoring differentials.
Read MorePCH, Crypto-Italian Kit Cars Edition: Siata Spring Or Belgian Backyard Lamborghini?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! You want a project car that's different, don't you?
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Slap Bracelet Edition
In October 1990, the New York Times ran a story warning of the dangers and hazards of the year's biggest fad, slap bracelets. The bracelets, which consisted of a thin strip of metal covered with pattered fabric that curled around the wrist when "slapped" on skin or any hard surface, were prone to tearing apart and the exposed metal strip would cut the wearer's wrists. This was, of course, back in the days before it was cool for kids to slice up their arms and wrists. Thankfully for the health of
Read MoreLeaked Forza Motorsport 3 In-Game Artwork Reveals In-Game Race Posters
Are you still trying to eek out that last achievement in Forza 2? Hurry up because Microsoft's Forza Motorsport 3 is filling your rear view mirror.
Read MoreCommer Cob Down On The Punta Arenas, Chile, Street
Ever heard of the Commer Cob? British truck builder Commer based it on the Hillman Husky, and this solid example is still alive in Chile. Punta Arenas-based Pulloa got some shots for our enjoyment.
Read MoreChrysler December Sales Down 53%, Inventory At 115-Day Supply
Chrysler sales for December, 2008 were down 53% compared with December, 2007. Although pickup sales were up 10%, the automaker finished the month with 397,659 units on hand, a 115-day supply of inventory.
Read MoreAs Expected, No Toyota Solar-Powered Car
It's been a couple days since The Nikkei reported the possibility of a Toyota solar-powered car. We knew it was bunk then, and now today, Toyota's denying it.
Read MoreRace Car Replicas: Ferrari Enzo Performance For Carpocalypse Prices
Did you suffer a major cut in pay due to the Carpocalypse? Did you have to remove your name from the list for the next Ferrari über-car? Then Race Car Replicas has your answer.
Read MoreGM December Sales Down 31.4%, Still US Sales Champ
GM's reporting 221,983 US sales in December, 2008, down 31% compared with a year ago. GM kept the title of US sales leader, with a market share remaining steady at just above 22%.
Read MoreFord Sales Drop 32%, Market Share Rises 0.7%!
Ford reports in December, 2008, sales totaled 134,114, down 32% from December, 2007. But, there's good news. Ford hasn't lost as much as other automakers, with market share rising 0.7% to 14.6%.
Read MoreWhat's The Best Winter Driving Car?
It’s cold outside. So it’s time to put away the P Zero Neros and get practical. But can safety be combined with fun on roads covered in slush? What’s the best winter driving car?
Read MoreWe Salute You, Mr. Proverbial Gangsta Pose Picture Taker
The gangsta pose. We're not sure who came up with it, how or when, but it's graced car forums for years. We've composed a song and compiled a gallery of our favorites below.
Read MoreDonk On 28s Rolls Over In Florida, Dies
The owner of a Floridian donk won't be "ghost ridin' tha whip" any time soon. Below, our obit and video of the aftermath.
Read More2010 Hyundai Equus Sketches Hit The Web
Hyundai’s follow-up to the much-acclaimed Genesis sedan leaked onto the web today and thanks to Hyundai-Blog we’ve got the official designer sketches as well.
Read More2010 Cadillac SRX: Same Name, All-New Caddy Wagon
The 2010 Cadillac SRX isn't a refresh, it's entirely new, shunning the first-generation's tall wagon styling in favor of a crossover SUV with an upgraded powertrain and interior.
Read MoreCommenter Of The Day: Wild, Wonderful Edition
The only state in the US to fall completely within the boundaries of Appalachia, West Virginia is a state rich in natural beauty and resources. The rugged terrain of the Appalachian Mountains has influenced the state's history in every way, from economic development to cultural identity. The culture of Appalachia has long valued rugged individualism and self reliance, traits no doubt influenced by the isolation that the mountains ensure. While industrialization and mass media have largely eradic
Read MorePCH, Slot Car Handling On A Budget Edition: Turbo V6 Lotus Esprit Or Fiat 124 Sport Coupe?
Welcome to Project Car Hell, where you choose your eternity by selecting the project that's the coolest... and the most hellish! You want an inexpensive project car that sticks to the pavement like flypaper?
Read MoreV8-Powered Honda S2000 Again Proves GM LS Engines Can Fit Any Car
The Honda S2000 is a competent, taut little street fighter, but markedly lacking in torque. What does any self-respecting gearhead do when faced with such a situation? Go totally overboard while shaving weight!
Read MoreLotus Developing Volt-Like Extended Range Electric Vehicle
Famed sports car manufacturer Lotus is sick of seeing everyone else use their platform for electric applications. They're now reportedly looking to get into the green game with a high-performance electric vehicle all their own.
Read MoreFrench Hooligans Burn 1,147 Cars To Celebrate New Year
Sacré bleu! The French Interior Ministry is reporting the country's emerging New Year's Eve pastime of burning cars for fun has resulted in 1,147 torched automobiles, up 30.64% from last year.
Read More1982 Honda Accord LX
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Here's a little car that's nearly extinct in rust-prone areas.
Read MoreReport: Toyota Possibly Developing Solar-Powered Car
Remember reports Toyota was working on a solar-powered Prius? Maybe they weren't entirely wrong. According to The Nikkei, Toyota's secretly developing a vehicle powered solely by solar energy, some on the car and others not-so-much.
Read More£3 Million 1937 Bugatti Found In British Garage After Almost 50 Years
An unmolested 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Atalante, one of only 17 built, was discovered in a garage in the UK after gathering dust for almost 50 years. The estimated value? At least $4.35 million!
Read MoreCharles Barkley's Alleged Drunken Drive Fueled By Need For Oral Sex
According to The Smoking Gun, Charles Barkley "was gonna drive around the corner and get a blow job" when he was arrested for a Monday night DUI. [E! Online, The Smoking Gun via Deadspin]
Read More2010 Ford Shelby GT500 Coupe, Convertible
The 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 replaces a scary beast of a car with a even more beastly but seemingly less scary car set to debut at the Detroit Auto Show.
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Nice Price or No Dice (7)
Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: Evil, Primered, Weiand-Blown '72 Chevelle Wagon For $7,000?
The 70-mile Chevy Vega broke the streak of Nice Price verdicts, with only 38% of voters viewing $13,500 as a reasonable amount to pay. For today, we're lowering the price tag… and upping the boost!
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: 70-Mile 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT For $13,500?
We've had four Nice Price verdicts in a row, with yesterday's 49 grand R63 AMG Benz being the latest. Can a ridiculously low-mile example of GM Malaise keep the run going?
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: 500-Horsepower 2007 Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG For $48,991?
A landslide 92% of voters thought that $15,000 was a truly Nice Price for the 1967 Fiat Dino, and we can't argue with that. Today we're going to look at the wondrous effects of depreciation.
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: Turnkey, Race-Ready, 24 Hours Of LeMons-Winning BMW 535i For $433?
We had a Nice Price verdict on the super-clean '85 Toyota 4WD pickup yesterday, and today we've got something for you potential 24 Hours Of LeMons racers.
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: 25K-Mile 1985 Toyota 4WD Truck, $6,000 Price Tag?
$7,500 is just too high for a supercharged Chevy Citation X-11, as it turns out. We know you like well-preserved old Toyota trucks, so we'll see how a low-mile example fares here.
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: $7,500 For A Supercharged Chevy Citation X-11?
It might be cool… but is it worth the price? 71% of you think that $3.5 million is a good deal for this 1938 Maybach, and today we're going with a more affordable machine.
Read MoreNice Price Or Crack Pipe: The $5000 Skoda Octavia Wagon?
What's a reasonable price for a cool old car? Our readers are cold-eyed realists, or maybe you're all just plain cheapskates, and the last Nice Price vehicle was the 1979 Dodge Shag Van.
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QOTD (1)
When Did You Know You Were Carmosexual?
There’s a time in every young person’s life when everything changes and you suddenly understand who you’re going to be. At what point did you know you were going to be a car lover?
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Racing (2)
Last Flight Of The Silver Comet: Bernd Rosemeyer's Fatal World Speed Record Attempt
Bernd Rosemeyer was fearless, but yesterday in 1938 his attempt to eclipse 268 MPH on a public road and set the speed record in an Auto Union prototype would prove fatal.
Read MoreWatch Toyota Engineers Build Their 2009 F1 Car... In One Minute
THE MAKING OF TF109 TF109 – or Toyota Formula 1 2009 to give it its full name – is hot property. The first images revealed a stunning production which combines the latest technology with a very human passion to succeed. This potent combination has been working on TF109 since October 2007.
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Reviews (6)
Hennessey-Tuned Corvette ZR700 Makes Incredible 705 HP, 717 Lb-Ft Of Torque
What's that? You think the 2009 Corvette ZR1's 638 HP could put your grandmother to sleep? Fret not, Hennessey and his Houston shop have just the thing to make your loins tingle once again.
Read More2009 Competition Sport Corvette: At Least Look Like You Belong On The Track
Chevrolet will introduce a limited production Competition Sport package for both the 2009 Corvette coupe and the Z06, bringing the look of Corvette's racing team to their non-ZR1 offerings, if not quite the performance.
Read MoreFirst Drive: 2010 Ford SVT Raptor...Video Game Simulator
Ford hasn’t allowed to actually drive the 2010 F-150 SVT Raptor, though our main man, Wert, was driven around in the Vegas desert. That all changed this week at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. Sorta.
Read MoreBy The Numbers: 2010 Toyota Prius Vs 2010 Honda Insight
The 2010 Toyota Prius and 2010 Honda Insight take very different paths to the same answer: fuel economy. Lets take a look at how the two stack up.
Read MoreFisker Karma S Sunset: World's First Hybrid Convertible
The Fisker Karma S is the world's first plug-in hybrid convertible. Featuring a folding hardtop and virtually the same lines as the Fisker Karma production car, this is one sexy hybrid.
Read MoreFisker Karma S Sunset Concept
Fisker teased us earlier this week with a detail shot of the Karma S Sunset Concept, but we decided to uncover the droptop a little early thanks to KORSdesign.
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Technology (2)
Jalopnik "Hacks" Chrysler Concept UConnect In-Car Internet Service, Lives To Tell About It
Chrysler debuted their HAL 9000-like next-gen Uconnect system in the Chrysler 200C Concept and it proved to be an impressive piece of tech. It's so impressive that we, uh-hem, had to "hack" it.
Read MoreJeep Patriot EV: A Conceptual Electric Missile From Chrysler
The Jeep Patriot EV gets an early reveal ahead of its Detroit Auto Show debut. Here's the skinny on the electric Jeep concept with a 400-mile driving range — direct from Chrysler's imagination.
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Toyota (4)
1984 Toyota Corolla SR5
Welcome to Down On The Street, where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California. Look, some AE86s are still seeing daily-driver duty!
Read MoreToyota Certified Used Hybrid Program: Who Needs New Batteries Anyway?
Not impulsive enough to buy a new Toyota Prius, but too scared of the world to buy a used one? Toyota has the certified used car program for you.
Read More2010 Toyota Prius: Design Dissected
The design of the newly unveiled 2010 Toyota Prius is certainly polarizing. We thought we'd take a deep-dive on the new look to help explain the changes Toyota made to their high-mileage brick on wheels.
Read More2010 Toyota Prius: Bigger Size Meets Bigger Fuel Economy - 50 MPG!
The 2010 Toyota Prius has just been unveiled. The big story is, despite coming with a larger 1.8-liter engine, fuel economy's jumped from 46 MPG to 50 MPG. How?
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Trucks (1)
Volvo FH16, Worlds Most Powerful Truck, Unveiled In Europop Music Video
With 700 HP and 2323 Lb-Ft of torque, the new Volvo FH16 is the most powerful semi-truck in the world. Unfortunately, that message is lost in the Eurotrash technopop music video reveal.
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Volkswagen (1)
VW Bluesport Roadster: The Mid-Engined Diesel Sportscar
Volkswagen will be taking the wraps off their mid-engined, diesel-powered sportscar today. The VW Bluesport Roadster looks impressive, but the early numbers definitely raise a few eyebrows.
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Wrenching (1)
Tearing Down The Engine Of A Ferrari F40
Most of us at Jalopnik have pulled an engine from one of our project cars, but none of us have pulled out something so sinister, so sexy, so Italian, as a Ferrari V8 turbo.
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