Ron Patrick's Street-Legal Jet Powered Volkswagen Beetle Well I thought I had seen just about every crazy think in the automotive world until a friend of mine sent me this article about this car. Real Deal! So he drives around with a regular engine and then for fun fires up the turbine. No not on... Continue Reading →
Braking News: Lingenfelter Corvette @ Chicago Auto Show
Quick, what is your favorite Corvette?I know most of you will say the new one but in this blog entry you have to pick one year except that. 1953, the first year, or 63 split window, or a 1967 Corvette L88 Convertible. Just one of 20 produced during that year, this rare breed made history... Continue Reading →
Braking News: Kia concept shown at Chicago Auto Show
Concept cars are coolAt the Chicago Auto Show not only did Mark and I see the newest models offered by the manufactures, but also concepts, one of them the Kia Niro. Positioned as a new urban lifestyle concept that is set to become a possible future B-segment contender. The Niro is powered by a 1.6-litre... Continue Reading →
Braking News: Fisker’s new owner and more
Fisker Automotive Holdings has a new owner It used to be you and me as part of Obama's green energy push but we're off the hook now, and out the money, because the new owner is.....wait for it....China's Wanxiang Group with a $149.2 million bid. Cool cars but the market is not ready for this... Continue Reading →
Braking News: Camp Jeep @ 2014 Chicago Auto Show
All work and no play... ...makes for some very tired reporters at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show. Mark and I decided to take a break and headed over to Camp Jeep. What a hoot. Click on the image to see the fun video we did.
Braking News: Chrysler 200 @ Chicago Auto Show
Not a warmed up Sebring anymore Chrysler finally has the D sedan they always wanted. For 2015 they were able to start fresh and the new 200 is light years better than last year's 200. Mark and I had a chance to talk with one of the engineers who helped designed it at the 2014... Continue Reading →
Braking News: 2015 Mustang at Chicago Auto Show
The best Mustang yet? If not, it has to be close. This is our first time seeing the 2015 edition in person. It has 50 years of Mustang built into it with special cool factors added. Check out the video.
Braking News: Subaru Legacy Reveal at Chicago Auto Show
A big production This was my first time back to the Chicago Auto Show in over 30 years and first time as a member of the media. Thursday is traditionally the day the car companies reveal their new cars. There were several but by far the best was Subaru's for their 2015 Legacy. Wow! Click... Continue Reading →
Braking News: 2015 Subaru Legacy
Who needs the Chicago Auto Show to create a buzz? Subaru apparently didn't or just maybe they wanted the buzzing about their 2015 Legacy, based on their concept model shown here. Spy shots all over the place. The formal intro will come at the show which runs February 8-17. The only info they are willing... Continue Reading →
Braking News: Mini announces pricing for their 3rd gen hardtop
2014 MINI Hardtop which goes on sale in the spring Here in Wisconsin spring can't come fast enough. It's actually what I would consider balmy at 26 degrees as I write this blog entry. Woohoo, break out the shorts. I like the Mini brand because they remain dedicated to their core product while finding new... Continue Reading →