It’s about time to pay tribute to Porsche’s first Le Mans victory

Filed under: Etc., Porsche, Design/Style

Porsche Design P’6612 Dashboard Le Mans 1970 Limited Edition – Click above for high-res image gallery

Some races come and go, but a handful remain inextricably intertwined with the very fabric of motor racing around the world. Races like the Monaco Grand Prix, the Indianapolis 500 and the 24 Hours of Le [...]

eBay Find of the Day: Behold… it’s the Astroghini!

Filed under: Aftermarket, Budget, Minivan/Van, Performance, Chevrolet, Humor, Design/Style

The Astroghini – Click above for high-res image gallery

Oh, eBay Motors, you never cease to astound us. Where else could we possibly dig up a Chevrolet Astro Van that’s been built for drag racing and converted to have a passing resemblance to a Lamborghini Gallardo? Yup, you’re [...]

It’s Friday: Chinese students assemble Bugatti Veyron from used cigarette packs

Filed under: Etc., EV/Plug-in, China

Bugatti Veyron replica made from recycled cigarette packs – Click above for image gallery

Is there anything more environmentally friendly than recycling? Well, perhaps not using so much raw material in the first place, but at least recycling is a major step in the right direction. In any case, students from Xi’an [...]

More details emerge on Tesla-Toyota-NUMMI agreement – it’s far from a done deal

Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Manufacturing/Plants, Toyota, Tesla Motors, Green Daily

Just a few days ago, we learned of the Tesla-Toyota-NUMMI deal and many immediately rejoiced. It was one of the most exciting moments we’ve written about in quite some time, and we were admittedly head over heels about it. Now that the initial excitement has waned and [...]

Review: 2010 Volkswagen GTI – It’s got its mojo workin’ again

Filed under: Performance, Hatchback, Volkswagen, Reviews

2010 Volkswagen GTI – click above for high-res image gallery

In 1983, Run-DMC was fresh (which meant dope), Volvo 760 Turbos weighed 3,300 pounds and the 2,200-pound Volkswagen GTI made its U.S. debut. In 2010, the Rabbit-turned-Golf entered its sixth generation and attempted to draw a clear line to the [...]

It’s Official: VW taking 90% stake in Italdesign

Filed under: Hirings/Firings/Layoffs, Volkswagen, Earnings/Financials, Design/Style

1970 Volkswagen Porsche Tapiro Concept – Click above for high-res image gallery

Remember those rumors that Volkswagen was poised to purchase Italdesign Giugiaro? Well, they’re rumors no more, as the two storied firms have just announced that it’s a done deal. The German automaker will acquire a 90-percent stake in the [...]

Hey ladies: survey says it’s easier to get a guy if you get an eco-car first

Filed under: Green Culture, Green Daily

Here’s an important Earth Day announcement that we can’t believe we missed: drive a cleaner car, get a date.
Okay, it’s not that simple, but the 2010 Timberland Eco-Love Survey, conducted by Kelton Research, found that American men have favorable opinions about women who put a priority on the environment. [...]

It’s official: Nissan sending out Leaf registrations emails, will start taking money Tuesday

Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Nissan

We found an email in our inbox today that should make a lot of long-term plug-in vehicle fans happy. For the first time in about forever, a major OEM is taking orders on an all-electric passenger vehicle. Yes, Nissan is about ready to take your money in exchange for a purchase or [...]

It’s Friday: Try Voltrex, a chemical cure for range anxiety

Filed under: Etc., Hybrid, Podcasts

Voltrex – Click above to watch video after the jump

While there are those who say range anxiety is not really a problem for them, there are clearly many who plan on going down the whole “extender” route to avoid the possibility of one day being embarrassed by a sudden lack [...]

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