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more about #notsobigthree more comments → Mobius: Sending that car into battle can elicit two responses: 1, Pity from the opposing force who proceeds to give Hiluxes and Land Cruisers to the "impoveri... more » ummagumma82: That is too true. Pretty much every innovative and/or significant domestic car is made when the manufacturer has a (self-imposed) crisis and has no c... more » bzr: That laser-powered hovercar PT Cruiser is inspiring. God bless America. more » SirNotAppearing: I recommend using the unsold fleets to create a wall between US and Canada. You know, before they invade. more » engineerd: May I suggest using Sebrings as fuel for power plants. That way, we can burn them with fire AND provide much-needed electricity during these hot summ... more » TimTim: General Lee/KITT/A-Team Van is pretty sweet... actually, I wouldn't be surprised if that actually existed. more » maximum-sienna: I think this one was the real winner here. It would become something like the red-light district for environmentalists. more » Six Flags Over Tomsk: I love the General T. And the idea of medal of honor key fobs is genius. more » smalleyxb122: Personally, I like the pop-culture mash-up. General KITT Team? more » leavethegun-takethecannoli: That GEO Tracker one is hilarious. They should make politicians ride in it as well. May I suggest throwing some 13" deep-dish chrome rims on it as wel... more » Dr. H. F. Danger: Charger Charger, HA more » LandofMinos, cast thou evil bum dragger to thy scrapyard: If they build them, who will come? more » Roberto Grijalva: Soon everyone will be hauling sod in the back of 102 hp honda civic dx hatchback with power nothing and no ac. more » cchannel BLT: CAFE is a crock. There should be an annual federal CO2 tax that rises sharply from a very low point. more » TexanIdiot25- needs moar horse powah: ENDANGERED SPECIES NO. C1069 Post'em if you got'em. We old guys gotta stick together. more » -
#lolcars
Unsolicited Suggestions For Detroit Automakers
An artist calling himself "Lunchbreath" has put together eight rather amusing proposals for the big-wigs at the Detroit automakers to consider. We like this one: sending up-armored Saturn Vues abroad for funny-looking military duty. [Core77] -
#government
Sure, But Who Will Build Them?
As President Obama today addressed his desire for the fuel-efficient cars of the future to be built here, the following news flash shot across the bottom of the screen. Ironic? A bit, yes. [CNBC] -
#carpocalypsenow
The Ruins Of Detroit Industry: Five Former Factories
With the President mulling the use of TARP funds to help Detroit automakers weather the Carpocalypse, we thought it appropriate to show you these five Detroit industrial relics that didn't quite make it. -
#carpocalypsenow
Auto Industry Aid Bill Fails In Senate, GM Hires Bankruptcy Advisor
The $14 billion House auto industry aid bill failed in the US Senate tonight. On a somewhat but not quite related note, GM hired bankruptcy advisors as the Carpocalypse draws ever closer.
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#autoindustryfinancingandrestructuringact
U.S. House Approves $14 Billion Auto Bailout Bill
The US House approved the Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act (aka, "Bankruptcy Lite") by a vote of 237-170. It's morning again in America. Well, at least until the Senate gets involved tomorrow. -
#whathappensifthenotsobigthreefail
Map Of Every Domestic Automaker Manufacturing Site Reveals The Extent Of The Carpocalypse
People say "Detroit" deserves to fail. Maybe, but as you can tell by the map below of every manufacturing facility from the domestic automakers, they'll take pretty much the entire Midwest with 'em. -
#carpocalypsenow
White House Loan Deal For Not-So-Big Three Is "Bankruptcy Lite"
The bailout loan's no longer just a $15 billion bridge loan for the not-so-Big Three to make it until the Obama administration, it's actually "bankruptcy lite." It's also a really good idea. -
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#fiveemotionsofthecarpocalypse
The Five Emotional Stages Of The Carpocalypse
As is true for all tragedies, the Carpocalypse and subsequent failure of the U.S. automakers has encouraged a wide array of reactions ranging from overwhelming patriotism to over-exaggerated panic. We look at the five most common responses below. -
#carpocalypsenow
Not-So-Big Three "Bailout" Loan Agreement Could Come Today
A bailout bridge loan plan for the not-so-Big Three drawing emergency aid from an existing pool of $25 billion for green vehicle R&D and including a Cabinet-level oversight board could come as early as today. -
#carpocalypsenow
How The Not-So Big Three Rolled Into Washington, D.C.
The not-so-Big Three learned from their corporate travel mistake deciding to drive to D.C. this week for testimony before Congress. Thanks to our man on the scene, here's a look at the cars they chose and their meaning. -
#carpocalypsenow
Automobile: Detroit's Ten Most Relevant Products
The crew at Automobile's come up with ten cars lawmakers and pundits should keep in mind before letting the Carpocalypse consume the not-so-Big Three — and for once, it doesn't include the Ford F-150 or Chevy Corvette.
