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73-Year-Old Man Wrecks 10+ Exotics [Car Crashes]

13 Nov 2009 12:30:00 PST

Written by Matt Hardigree
A septuagenarian businessman from Florida has lots of money and apparently no driving skills, having wrecked ten exotics, including a Ford Indigo concept car, an EB110, and a Yenko Camaro. The full list is incredible. [WreckedExotics]

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Lingenfelter Trans Am Concept: There Goes The Neighborhood [Sema]

02 Nov 2009 15:20:00 PST

Written by Ben Wojdyla
Vehicle Combines Muscle of the Past with Technology of Today The vehicle, a modified 2010 Camaro with exhaustive engine and performance refinements as well as custom-molded body styling, harkens to the muscle-heavy '70s cars so beloved by enthusiasts.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Super-Efficient BMW Concepts Are Simple and Clever

09 Oct 2009 14:38:31 PDT

Written by Tony Borroz
BMW, the company that brought you Gina, that wild shape-shifting concept car made of cloth, went even further off the deep end with a pair of wacky concepts making their debut at the company museum in Munich. The cars, dubbed “Simple” and “Clever” — acronyms that we’ll explain in a moment — a...

Original story at Wired .

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Opinion: Automakers Need To Stop Making Leaning Car Concepts [Rants]

09 Oct 2009 12:00:00 PDT

Written by Ben Wojdyla
With magnetorheological dampers, we're at a point where roll can be essentially eliminated, and the Bose active damper system that never got picked up by a manufacturer could have done the leaning trick on a full-width car, but building a car that can lean over 17 degrees like the Land Gli...

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Opinion: BMW Developing Green M1 Supercar To Match Audi R8

29 Sep 2009 09:02:26 PDT

Written by Tony Borroz
When BMW rolled out its dramatic Vision Efficientdynamics Concept at this year’s Frankfurt show, they were proclaiming that parts of it would end up on the street and sooner than we would expect. A lot of auto-journos scoffed at the idea, focusing more on the Vision Efficientdynamics Con...

Original story at Wired .

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Opinion: Citroen Revolte Concept: Insert Hackneyed Horrible Name Joke Here

17 Sep 2009 15:30:00 PDT

Written by John Krewson
Citroën is once more proving its credentials as a bold forward-looking brand with the concept car REVOLTE, an ultra-chic city car combining luxury with a touch of cheek. The powertrain of REVOLTE also shares the concept car philosophy, in terms of technology, sophistication and ecolog...

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Concept vehicle news and blogs - November 23, 2009

23 Nov 2009 00:00:01 PDT

Below is today's roundup of news and blogs that haven't yet hit top story status by our community. Visit Concept vehicle news and blogs for even more news and blogs converage.

• Hummer Plans H4, H5 Amid Uncertain Future [Carpocalypse] -- by Ben Wojdyla from Jalopnik
• Renault Boosts Electric Car Battery Plans as French Government Ponies Up -- by Josie Garthwaite from Earth2Tech
• Report: Convertible Planned For Toyota And Subaru Joint-Sports Car -- from MotorAuthority
• Mazda's Next-Gen Rotary Not Up To Scratch -- from MotorAuthority
• Nissan’s Wild Land Glider EV May Yet Fly -- by Chuck Squatriglia from Wired: Autopia
• Kia Cadenza Like The Amanti But Attractive -- by Matt Hardigree from Jalopnik: Top
• Subaru Jumps Into The Hybrid Game -- by Tony Borroz from Wired: Autopia
• Nissan Land Glider Concept -- by angel from GlamGirlCars
• All 830 Cars From Gran Turismo For PSP -- by Ray Wert from Jalopnik: Top
• Honda EV-N Concept: Adorable By Day, Frightful By Night [Tokyo Motor Show] -- by Ray Wert from Jalopnik

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BMW's New Tron-Like Turbodiesel Hybrid Concept [Frankfurt Motor Show]

29 Aug 2009 16:10:00 PDT

Written by Matt Hardigree
Technology: Design: • Technology-oriented body design as a clear expression of consistent lightweight technology and aerodynamic quality. Design language typical of the brand, setting clear signals in terms of sporting performance and optimum efficiency.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Opinion: MINI Coupé Concept: Back To Basics [Frankfurt Motor Show]

26 Aug 2009 05:00:00 PDT

Written by Ray Wert
The MINI Coupé Concept is definitely a MINI and definitely a sports car. The particular charm of this combination results from both the drivetrain and the suspension technology already featured in the current production models, as well as the special highlights of this two-seater conc...

Original story at Jalopnik .

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GM Stingray Concept: Transforming Corvette To High-Tech Hybrid Super Car [Jalopnik Reviews]

12 Aug 2009 21:55:00 PDT

Written by Ray Wert
Despite the recent trend toward concepts as nothing more than an exaggerated preview of a production car, don't expect the next-generation C7 Corvette to look like this concept car. Tom Peters, designer of both the Stingray concept as well as the new Chevy Camaro says very plainly "it's n...

Original story at Jalopnik .

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An Old Race Car Made New. And Green

23 Apr 2009 17:39:18 PDT

Written by Ben Mack
The concept car envisioned by Ryan Skelly would commemorate the 100th anniversary of the car Henry Seagrave drove to a record-setting 152.33 mph on March 21, 1926. It's purely a styling exercise, but we like what he's done with it. The Tiger Tribute Concept will be featured in the Coventry Un...

Original story at Wired News .

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2010 Honda Insight EX Navigation Review - Autochannel

17 Apr 2009 14:04:59 PDT

press release) While it was eminently successful as a proof-of-concept vehicle for the IMA system, its diminutive size worked against Insight version 1.0's long-term production. Its place wasn't exactly taken over by the Civic Hybrid, as that car is considerably ...

Original story at Autochannel .

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How To: Speed Sketch [Concept Car]

25 Mar 2009 15:43:07 PDT

Written by rss@youtube.com (F3NIXfilmz)
Author: F3NIXfilmz Keywords: speed sketch car automobile vehicle tutorial how to cool super bowl commercial banned fred isnt in this video lol rofl Added: March 25, 2009

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Scion tD Cometh? Scion To Reveal Tiny Coupe Concept At New York [New York Auto Show]

18 Mar 2009 10:00:00 PDT

Written by Matt Hardigree
TORRANCE, Calif., March 18, 2009 – Scion will unveil a micro-subcompact concept car at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. The concept reflects Scion's youthful image and represents a new segment for the brand aimed toward the growing urbanization trend.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Audi Shark Hovercraft Has Teeth

07 Mar 2009 05:16:33 PST

Written by Keith Barry
The young Turk (really - he lives in Izmir, Turkey) already has won three other prizes for automotive design, which is remarkable considering the dearth of an automotive industry in his home country. Doku credits his success to a lifelong love of car design and "watching the automotive in...

Original story at Wired News .

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Dacia Duster: Every Concept Buzzword At Once

02 Mar 2009 04:00:00 PST

Written by Ben Wojdyla
DUSTER: THE CONCEPT CROSSOVER FROM DACIA UNVEILED AT GENEVA MOTORSHOW • Duster is Dacia's first concept car and the fruit of close collaboration between Renault Design Central Europe in Bucharest, Romania, and Renault Design Technocentre in Guyancourt, France.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Opinion: Toyota Planning to Build a Car out of Seaweed; Tofu Cushions Not Included

25 Feb 2009 18:30:13 PST

Written by Andrea Wang
Toyota plans on presenting their 1/X concept car at the Melbourne Motor Show on Feb. 28, even though it could be another 15 years until this seaweed car actually makes it to production. Here's hoping that when it comes into fruition, Jason gets one to review just so we could joyride it into a la...

Original story at Gizmodo.com .

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BMW 5-Series GT Concept Officially Shows Off Flexible Rear [2011 BMW 5-Series GT Concept]

13 Feb 2009 13:00:00 PST

Written by Matt Hardigree
BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo. The BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo is the series-based adaptation new, additional concept. An intelligent concept for modern mobility. The BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo conveys an up-to-date image of

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Lincoln C Concept: European Size, American Luxury [Detroit Auto Show]

12 Jan 2009 07:20:00 PST

Written by Ben Wojdyla
DETROIT, Jan. 12, 2009 – The Lincoln C concept showcases Ford Motor Company's newest combination of fuel-efficient powertrain innovations: a four-cylinder EcoBoost engine mated to a dual-clutch PowerShift transmission. In-Car Connectivity In-Car Companion

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Suzuki is a Kicky Surprise

07 Jan 2009 02:07:52 PST

Suzuki SX4t The Suzuki SX4t concept car recently on view at the San Diego International Auto Show is a canvas of what can be done for about $10,000 in custom paint and bolt-on motor sport upgrades. — CarbonTrix carbon fiber vented hood — Rota five-spoke Torque wheels

Original story at ParamusPost.com .

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How To: Parisienne-PebbleBeach08

14 Dec 2008 15:38:36 PST

Written by rss@youtube.com (PowDeb)
Again, I am just learning how to edit video so this is crude! Author: PowDeb Keywords: Motorama "1953 Pontiac Parisienne" "concept car dream" "Pebble Beach 2008" Added: December 14, 2008

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Nissan Will Try and Make the Red Dragon Greener

19 Nov 2008 07:04:24 PST

Written by Ben Mack
Nissan Motor is heading to China with new plans for electric vehicles. The president of the car company's China division, Yasuaki Hashimoto, said at the Guangzhou International Auto Show that the company will start selling electric cars in the country...

Original story at Wired News .

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BMW Sports Activity Coupe Better as a Concept

05 Nov 2008 02:25:30 PST

BMW X6 Sports Activity The BMW X6 is one of those design experiments that worked as a concept vehicle. Too bad it didn't remain that untouchable dream car. For the money, the X6 is a showcase of technology and safety, with xDrive all-wheel drive with electronic control. The system can vary the...

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Opinion: Pininfarina B0 Electric Car: 153 Mile Range, 80 MPH Top Speed! [Paris Motor Show]

01 Oct 2008 21:35:00 PDT

Written by Ben Wojdyla
Bolloré and Pininfarina have entered into a partnership featuring all the expertise required to launch serial production of an electric car which, thanks to its technical characteristics and its attractive styling, is bound to make waves in motoring circles.

Original story at Jalopnik .

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Podcast: Freeman Thomas - Ford never planned to build the Interceptor

12 Jul 2007 00:22:00 PDT

Written by Sam Abuelsamid
During the concept car ride that Ford held at their Dearborn proving ground this week, some of Ford's top designers including Peter Horbury and Freeman Thomas were on hand to answer questions from the gathered journalists. Thomas currently leads Ford's Advanced Design Studio in Irvine...

Original story at Autoblog .

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Travel info from space

05 Apr 2007 10:13:00 PDT

Written by info.rss@cro.consumer.org (Consumer Reports)
After taking a tour of a “concept vehicle” in the XM display at the NY Auto Show, it’s clear that the company is moving further and further into being a provider of driver and travel information, as well as its familiar satellite radio programming.

Original story at Consumer Reports .

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