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 →

February 21, 2014 0

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 →

February 18, 2014 0

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 →

February 8, 2014 0

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 →

January 31, 2014 0

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 →

January 30, 2014 0

Braking News: Automotive Bowl Ads

Car ads in the Super Bowl They pay a crapfull of money to buy ads in the Super Bowl so at 4 million bucks and have one, maybe two shots to grab viewers' attention. This year Audi, CarMax, Jaguar, Kia, Hyundia, Toyota, and VW are all swinging for the fence. Check them out ahead of... Continue Reading →

January 28, 2014 0

Wienermobile for a day

Win a chance to ride in the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile for a day! The first version was created in 1936 by Oscar Mayer's nephew, Carl G. Mayer, and variants are still used by the Oscar Mayer company today. I've always thought it would be cool to ride in one. Even better for a whole day.... Continue Reading →

January 23, 2014 0

Chasing classic cars: a multi-million dollar Corvette

It's only money, right? I'm betting that myself and anybody who reads this post is not rolling in the dough. If you are, share the love:) I love watching the car auctions to not only see all the cars being auctioned off but also see the ones that go for huuuuuugh money. At a recent... Continue Reading →

January 22, 2014 0

Smoking hot cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Like a kid in a candy store! Are you watching coverage from the Detroit Auto Show? If not, you're missing some of the coolest concept cars like the Toyota FT-1, Kia GT Stinger, and 2015 Corvette Z06. Boy if these cars don't get your heart pumping! Mark and I can't wait for Chicago!