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#ifeelgassy
Truck Tail Improves Fuel Economy 7.5%
Dutch scientists have demonstrated how this aero tail, attached to the backside of tractor trailers, reduces fuel consumption by 7.5%. The device folds back to allow for loading and unloading, but it'd probably get bashed anyways. [ScienceDaily] -
#breaking
Volkswagen-Porsche World's Largest Automaker, Toyota The New GM
VW-Porsche has overtaken Toyota as the world's largest automaker, at least through the first nine months of 2009, having produced 4.4 million cars to Toyota's 4.0 million. Somebody warn Poland. More » -
#cartoys
Mercedes Builds 1,300-Foot Slot Car Track Through E-Class Wagon
The 2010 Mercedes E-Class, in wagon form, is the ideal platform for transporting and housing a 1,300-foot DTM slot car track. We'll take one of each, please. [via The Car Lounge] -
#carart
Over These Wheels, a 300 MPH Lamborghini Rolls
Remember that very cute Lamborghini doodle a kid was selling on Etsy a month ago? It went to a Jalopnik reader who was kind enough to share the booty with us. Top speed? 300 MPH! More »
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#jalopnikreviews
Jim Russell Lancer Evolution Experience: Because Oversteer Kicks Ass
The Lancer Evolution Experience starts off like most driving schools: You are plopped in front of a chalkboard and lectured to. After that, you're sent out and made to get wicked sideways. And that's when you wake the hell up. More » -
#spyphotos
2011 GMC Sierra Spotted Camo-Free, Maybe Getting 7.0-liter Gas Engine
This 2011 GMC Sierra 3500's been spotted completely without camouflage, sporting a Terrain-inspired grille and using the 6.6-liter Duramax diesel to tow a trailer. Supposedly a 7.0-liter direct-injection gasoline V8's in the works. Just toss the 8.1-liter in guys. [PickupTrucks.com] -
#carcrashes
2010 Subaru Legacy Now Slightly Cheaper To Crash
The IIHS has been on a crusade lately to expose automakers for the high price of repairs in low-speed crashes. Subaru's apparently paying attention, redesigning their 2010 Legacy's bumpers to jump from "poor" to "acceptable." Mission accomplished! More » -
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#announcements
This Man Has Eaten Entirely Too Much Candy
I had planned to use this space to say something clever, but last night, I ate my weight in Sour Patch Kids and pulled an all-nighter watching rally videos on YouTube. Tired? Yes. But I'm also Jalopnik's newest contributing writer. More » -
#militaryvehicles
Jeep J8's Invade Detroit Veterans Day Parade
A pair of very cool Jeep J8's joined the fray in Detroit's Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, one bristling with weapons the other wearing an awesome hardtop. They also had news they'd be built soon in South Carolina. More » -
#lolcars
Joe Biden Chows Down In Detroit
This picture of Vice President Joe Biden earlier today at Detroit's Lafayette Coney Island inhaling a hot dog shows he's actually got room in his mouth for something other than his foot. More » -
#overthebackfence
REPORT: GM To Build Cadillac Converj Electric Car
The Detroit News has learned the Cadillac Converj will be going into production right next to its extended-range electric platform mate the Chevy Volt. More » -
#rants
NYT Encourages Demolition Of Detroit
The latest idea-that's-been-around-for-a-decade-and-the-media-is-just-discovering is urban farming, specifically urban farming in Detroit. The New York Times has picked up the story and dutifully regurgitated it without a half-second of rational thought, advocating the wholesale leveling of the "failed city" of Detroit. More » -
#fail
Why Pickup Trucks Shouldn't Be Used As Ambulances
We're glad that Congress has made progress on improving America's broken health care system, but let's not lose perspective. At least we don't need full-fledged ambulance reform, too! [Gawker.TV] -
#carculture
James Dean Still Dead, But Highway He Died On To Become Safer
California's infamous State Route 46, otherwise known as "Blood Alley," is slated for its first safety updates in over a decade. After an extended funding battle, Caltrans will break ground on improvements today. Rest in peace, little bastard. More » -
#jalopnikreviews
NOS Energy Drink: First Gulp
Of all the things I've been sent to review, the one I've least wanted to try was not the Mitsubishi Galant. Instead, it was this: NOS Energy Drink. I've got NOS, dude! More » -
#boatlopnik
BMW Builds Wing Too Big For Car, Slaps On Boat Instead
BMW Oracle Racing unveiled what it believes to be the world's largest wing on Sunday. Complete with flaps, the wing is a massive 190 feet long. The catch? It goes on a trimaran, not a car. More » -
#questionoftheday
What's The Most Obnoxious Limo Conversion?
As long as there are high school proms, bachelor parties, and MMA champions there will be awful limo conversions. The market seems to be exploding with them. But what's the most obnoxious limo conversion? More » -
#topgear
Top Gear In Trouble For Suicide Scirocco Spoof
Top Gear is once again in trouble for Scirocco TDI ad spoofs. First, it was a German car invading Poland. Now, viewers are upset about this spoof ad about suicide — conveniently, one week before season 14 starts. [TimesOnline] -
#autorants
The Case for a Contemporary Citroën SM
The Art Deco love child of Citroën and Maserati is long gone, dead and buried like its contemporary the Concorde. But have we really lost the need for a grand tourer with speed and style in spades? More » -
#carcrashes
VIDEO: Shelby Cobra Flips At VIR
We're not quite sure how you flip a low-slung sports car like a Shelby Cobra without even leaving the track, but this video shows doing just that is physically possible. Ouch. More » -
#racingnews
Astronaut Delivers Camaro Pace Car Via Chinook Helicopter
Marine Col. Doug Hurley piloted the Endeavour space shuttle, flew a Chinook helicopter to the Dickies 500, and then drove out of the back in a Chevy Camaro Pace Car. It was the most interesting thing to happen all day. More »
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#cardesign
Under-Body Aerodynamics Ain't Just For Looking Awesome
Excellent under-body aerodynamics will make the bottom of a car look as flat as the underside of a Hot Wheels racer. But looking awesome is obviously not the only purpose. More » -
#newcars
Ford Ka, New Ranger Pickup Won't Come To U.S.
Ford's decided smaller may not always be better. CEO Alan Mulally told Automotive News this weekend they won't be selling the Ka minicar or the next-gen-for-the-global-marketplace 2012 Ford Ranger pickup here in the U.S. [AutoNews] -
#nicepriceorcrackpipe
For $6,500, It’s a Ballroom Biarritz
When gas prices increase for a prolonged period of time, car makers respond with more fuel-efficient products. Today,Nice Price or Crack Pipe has just such a Caddy from the ‘70s. And it comes with a can full of marbles. More » -
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#crashes
Roll Bar Stress Test: When You Really, REALLY Need To Pass That Triumph!
A Spec Racer Ford oughta be way faster than a TR6, so you should be able to zip right by on the racetrack... right? Racing tip: always check to see if another SRF is passing you before making your move! More » -
#24hoursoflemons
Soviet Flags and West Virginia Trailer Parks: The Penalties Of The Yeehaw It's Texas 24 Hours Of LeMons
You already know about the Cultural Revolution Penalty, but that wasn't the only special punishment that the LeMons Supreme Court cooked up for those Texas miscreants! More » -
#downonthestreet
1975 Datsun 710
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 sight you won't see often: a survivor Datsun 710! More » - Saturday - November 7, 2009
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#24hoursoflemons
The Yeehaw It's Texas 24 Hours Of LeMons Ãœber Gallery
Yes, it's Ãœber Time again, after a hiatus of a couple of races (sorry, participants of the South Fall '09 and Lamest Day races, no ÃœGs for you). Nearly 2,000 photos of the action from Texas! More » -
#retro
Back When Automotive Interior Designers Weren't So Slick: SECU- RITY Indicator Lamp
Ever notice how every interior component in cars these days, no matter how cheaply made, appears to have been vetted by a crew of marketing types and focus groups? That's why it's refreshing to see this Maxima's dash. More »
