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Carpocalypse
The Dodge Viper Is Alive!
We were the first to report the Dodge Viper was dead before Chrysler actually killed it. Now, like a zombie from a time before fuel economy, it's back. That's right, Chrysler's telling us today the Dodge Viper will live on! More »
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By Ray WertComment by philibuster: I rode in a mopar tuned viper once as a teenager. It was the biggest rush of acceleration I've ever... 7 Responses | Other threads
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caption this
Caption This: Hoff Hassles New Jaguar XJ Edition
A picture's worth a thousand words and we look to you, the all-knowing Jalopnik commentariat to provide the caption to this photo that'll wow your peers and make the stone-faced Jalopnik editors crack a smile. More »
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By Wes SilerComment by tempesjo: When I was a kid in the early 1980s, my uncle had a ridiculously tight 3/4 sleeve shirt with glittery... 3 Responses | Other threads
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LOLCars
VW Passat Lands In Precarious Position After Failed Ken Block Impersonation
This Virginia commuter found herself in a precarious position after losing all sense of direction traveling through a construction zone. How's she going to explain this mishap to her insurance company? More »
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Comment by bzr: Wow, those pictures are absolutely unbelievable! An Asian woman not driving a Camry or Accord?! 9 Responses | Other threads
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Carpocalypse
Twelve Cars Killed By The Carpocalypse
The Carpocalypse has meant the end of many storied automotive nameplates, performance variants and others — some before they even had a chance to live. Here's our list of the twelve most important vehicles killed by the Carpocalypse. More » -
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Bugatti Veyron Ticketed In California Going 210 MPH+
Social media "mogul" Philip Odegard mysteriously included this amazing California speeding ticket in his Flickr photostream this week showing an estimated speed of 210 MPH+ in a 65 MPH zone driving a Bugatti Veyron. More »
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Comment by pauljones: I call BS. To start with, if he really was going that fast, he's an idiot for pulling over.... 27 Responses | Other threads
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spy photos
Mercedes SLS Gullwing Leaked!
We showed you the interior details two days ago, and those headers of fire a while back, but thanks to an as-yet-unnamed magazine, we've got what's supposedly the first look at the upcoming 571 HP supercharged V8-powered Mercedes SLS Gullwing.
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found on ebay
GM Partners With EBay To Auction New Cars
We always hear complaints about the new car buying process being antiquated and "old n' busted." GM's apparently seeking to change that as it emerges from bankruptcy by partnering with eBay for new car auctions. More »
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By Ray WertComment by pauljones: Wow. That's just retarded. Fritz, you're fired. What they need to do is expand the current "build and... 14 Responses | Other threads
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Carpocalypse
GM’s Bob Lutz Reverses Retirement Decision, May Lead Global Marketing
According to Automotive News, GM's once-outgoing product czar's decided to stay on with the "New GM" as head of a newly-consolidated marketing and communications empire. Apparently, his Letterman interview was just that good. More » -
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custom cars
Get Shorty: A Mega-Gallery Of Short Car Compensation
Before young men got obsessed with turning Civics into M5s, they were forced to use actual creativity when customizing automobiles. Take three feet or more out of the wheelbase and you have the shorty car. More »
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new cars
2010 Jaguar XJ Unveiled Live By Elle MacPherson, Some Guy Named Jay
The wraps just came off the 2010 Jaguar XJ live at a lavish party an hour ago in London. Sure, the XJ might look like a stretched Jaguar XF, but we're all looking at Elle Macpherson anyway. More »
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By Wes SilerComment by Dwegmull, 2.0: I would not mind if Elle MacPherson would introduce every single new car from now on. There's a guy in... 4 Responses | Other threads
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celebrities
Elle Macpherson Gets First Crack At Fiat 500 Convertible
Australian supermodel and world's hottest 46-year-old Elle Macpherson took delivery of the very first 2010 Fiat 500 Convertible available to the public and certainly didn't waste any time showing the world its low-riding top.
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By Ben WojdylaComment by Tanshanomi: I have really, really tried to dismiss the 500C as another too-style-conscious, astroturfed, metrosexual buzzmaker. But I can't. Even if... 4 Responses | Other threads
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new cars
2010 Jaguar XJ: The New Cat Revealed!
The 2010 Jaguar XJ has shed its retro skin to set a new course for the company's flagship sedan. The future of the XJ will include a 510 HP supercharged V8, aluminum body, and virtual instruments. Also, it'll look XF-ier! More »
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Comment by .357: While it looks very sleek and modern, I will miss the old XJ. I loved the simple elegance of it.... 12 Responses | Other threads
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Teen Driving
TeenTrackAttack Puts UK Teens In Ferraris, Lambos
Inspired by Top Gear and edge-worn Zonda posters, Britain's spoiled kids demand track time in Italy's finest cars. Enter the "TeenTrackAttack" experience, the greatest thing to happen to teens since sexting. More »
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Comment by baldy_pm: "Because the folks running this aren't insane, the cars are fitted with a passenger e-brake, the teens are on a... 14 Responses | Other threads
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ad watch
Ten-Pack Of Dogs: History Of The Wienermobile
Oscar G. Mayer III, the 95-years-old retired chairman of previously family-owned Oscar Mayer, died yesterday. In his honor we've put together this historical reference guide to all ten Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles. More » -
announcements
Welcome To Jalopnik Commenting 2.0!
Jalopnik's comments have long stood out amid the illiterate abuse and empty-headed faux-wit of the internet automotiverse. We're going to make sure it stays that way — by putting you in charge. Also, the ability to edit comments. Seriously. More »
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By Ray WertComment by pauljones: Okay, I understand the rationale behind these changes, and I'm not here to argue them one way or the other.... 18 Responses | Other threads
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muscle car wars
Conan O'Brien Mocks Camaro Faithful
The 2010 Chevy Camaro may have bested the Mustang in June sales, but GM is still an easy target for late night comics. Not that Conan O'Brien isn't biased in any way. Oh no, notFord fan-boyConan.
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Comment by engineerd: OK, that was funny. In all seriousness, Oscar Mayer III died yesterday. He is the great grandson of the weiner... 10 Responses | Other threads
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new cars
VIDEO: BMW X6 M Laps Road Atlanta
On Tuesday, Ray told us the BMW X6 M defies its weight and size by performing like the last generation M3. Just in case you didn't believe him, here's video proof. More »
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By Wes SilerComment by Ash78: I said it once before, but that lead pic reminds me. This is a better-executed version of the Aztek. But... 9 Responses | Other threads
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goodwood
Jenson Button Drives 1934 Mercedes-Benz W25
The W25 was the first Silver Arrow, and one of many to make an appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Watch the F1 championship leader drive it 75 years after its German debut. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by Syrax: 3.3 I-8 making 354HP is incredible today. 8 Responses | Other threads
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motorcycles
MotoGP At Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Mega-Gallery
I spent the weekend at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca watching the fastest riders in the world tackling the Corkscrew, annoying cops, getting sunburned and pestering racers. Here's a mega-gallery of MotoGP action. More » -
goodwood
Jay Leno Punked By Jalopnik Readers At Goodwood
Know how sometimes things just come together in spectacular fashion? That just happened to two Jalopnik readers at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Hilarious T-shirts combined with fate help create this spectacular image.
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By Wes SilerComment by ZeGerman: Wow, I haven't seen something this stupid in a long time. If I wanted to see cargo-short/khaki wearing nerds... 21 Responses | Other threads
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new cars
2010 Jaguar XJ: Now With More XF!
Photos of the 2010 Jaguar XJ have started to seep out ahead of tomorrow's official unveiling. They reveal a car heavily influenced by the 2009 Jaguar XF, yet bizarrely also drawing a little sumpin'-sumpin' from the Renault Laguna. More »
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By Wes SilerComment by Goes Like Stink: Am I the only one that sees Bently and Bimmer in this? 17 Responses | Other threads
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question of the day
What's The Most Horrific Auto Customization?
The custom woody S-10 convertible is a strange example of the outer reaches of auto customization. But is it the worst? What's the most horrific auto customization? More » -
goodwood
Motoring Celebrities at the Festival of Speed
Goodwood has a reputation of lowered walls between the masses and the motoring glitterati. Let’s see who among the many famous wandered into view. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by .357: Mr. Leno, if you read this, know that you are the biggest late night petrolhead. Conan, don't worry, you're second... 5 Responses | Other threads
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novelties
The Mercedes Folding Bike For Pretentious Non-Drivers
The city car analog in the 2009 Mercedes-Benz Bike Collection is clearly the Folding Bike, which offers easy parkability, a clutchless transmission, and cold Teutonic style. More »
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Comment by maximum-sienna: Oh wow. Let me show you my daily commuter. Same price, much faster. 7 Responses | Other threads
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new cars
Grand Bentley: Yet Another Dark Teaser Shot
After the first dark and stormy teaser shot, Bentley's revealed yet another dark kink in the new Grand Bentley's sheet metal ahead of its Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance reveal. Full press release accompanying the night-life shot below.
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By Ray WertComment by ssurfer321: Call me crazy but I see old Charger lines in that pic. Maybe because it's early, maybe because of... 15 Responses | Other threads
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jalopnik reviews
BMW X6 M: First Drive
Despite the enormous size and weight, the BMW X6 M is just as fast around the Nurburgring as the last BMW M3. But why did BMW's M division build the world's sportiest crossover? More » -
goodwood
Jaguar XFR Prototype: Fastest Jaguar Ever
Among many incredible Jaguars at Goodwood was their fastest production car ever, the 2010 Jaguar XFR. With stock tires and a wing on the back, it did 225 MPH before being paraded in the South of England on Sunday. More »
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By Peter OroszComment by .357: I have an irrational love of all things Jaguar. 18 Responses | Other threads
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custom cars
Grassroots Motorsports Competitor Builds AWD Hybrid Fiero
This is a hybridized Pontiac Fiero, but it doesn't work like you might think. Instead of some fancy trickery with the gas engine, this one uses an electric S10 motor to power the front wheels. More »
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new cars
2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Now Official!
The Toyota Venza-challenging vehicle we've seen teased will — as we were first to report from trademark filings — officially be called the 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour and go on sale this fall. Remember, it's a CUV, not a wagon.
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Comment by pauljones: It actually looks like a real, honest-to-goodness station wagon, rather than a raised wagon attempting to be a truck. I approve. I... 24 Responses | Other threads
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car gadgets
22 Custom Jalopnik Wallpapers For Your Apple iPhone And Palm Pre
The recent release of the Apple iPhone 3GS and the Palm Pre provide a great time for these twenty-two exclusive, high-resolution Jalopnik wallpapers to you, our car-obsessive readership. Take your pick below. More »
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car gadgets
Chalkbot Pneumatically Sprays 100,000 Graffiti Messages During Tour De France
Lance Armstrong and Nike's Livestrong partnered with DeepLocal and StandardRobot to develop this Chalkbot, designed to spray 100,000 messages of courage, hope and action along the 2009 Tour de France for people that've been affected by cancer. More »
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Comment by DonLuc: Shouldn't they write-in descending fashio-n so that you can re-ad as you ride? Notread, stop, look bac-ck and finish the... 9 Responses | Other threads
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ad watch
Michael Jackson's Funeral Procession Sponsored By Land Rover, Rolls Royce Dealer
The shameless commercialization of Michael Jackson's death continues as Land Rover Encino's providing Range Rovers and Rolls Royces to the Jackson family for the day's transport. Free product placement all day. More »
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By Ben WojdylaComment by Dr.Danger owns the city turkeys: First person who makes a joke making fun of MJ is getting kicked in the balls. Keep it classy people. 47 Responses | Other threads
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goodwood
Goodwood Festival of Speed: A Teaser Gallery
After a long and very offline journey, the Crazy Euro Car Boy is back from the 2009 Goodwood Festival Of Speed. To whet the appetite for the coming days of petrolhead madness, here's a primer on what it was like. More »
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concept cars
Frazer-Nash Namir By Giugario Tackles Goodwood
The almost too-good-to-be-true Frazer-Nash Namir, the self-proclaimed world's fastest hybrid, took to Goodwood for the hill climb. More »
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Comment by pj134 can comment from work no more: Why a rotary? I would use something... you know... reliable... and...well... torquey. I would just slap a 2 cylinder diesel... 16 Responses | Other threads
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car chases
Insane Houston Car Chase Modeled After Grand Theft Auto
America's favorite car chase team, led by the maestro Shep Smith, follows the most GTA-style chase in recent memory. There are U-turns, spike strips, parking garages, and even a dude jumping off the roof! [FoxNews]
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Comment by lilwillie heart clicks GM: As a right wing voter (not a conservative) I am saddened to see the Republican News Channel stuck doing white... 12 Responses | Other threads
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super cars
$1.8 Million, Limited-Edition Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster
With its carbon fiber body, 678 HP AMG-sourced V12 engine, $1.8 million price tag and limited production of five, we know the type of enthusiast the Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is aimed at. Oh and it's roofless. More »
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Comment by Electro_Boogie: I don't like Zondas but that is a nice color scheme. Oh, and I'll take a Veyron for that... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Super Carpocalypse
Super Carpocalypse: The 20 Exotics Destroyed So Far This Year
Whether because of the bad economy or the anger of the car gods, something's been causing super cars to explode. Here's 20 examples so far this year of the super carpocalypse claiming millions of dollars in exotic metal. More »
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Comment by Alphamazing: According to my statistics... Ferraris make up 45.4546% of the cars crashed, and therefore are the most dangerous brand of vehicle... 14 Responses | Other threads
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found on ebay
Lincoln Sentinel Concept: Buy It Now For $48,500!
There's a chance to own a piece of Ford history on eBay — the Blade Runner-esque, Lincoln Sentinel concept from 1995. This questionably-styled, rolling retro-futuristic concept chassis can be yours for a buy-it-now price of just $48,500. More »
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Comment by layabout returns: Fuck me that's ugly, let me balance this out.... That's better. 14 Responses | Other threads
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jalopnik reviews
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP: Last Drive
The 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP is the final, ultimate Pontiac. The 2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP is neither. More » -
Crazy Euro Car Boy
Deception in Sant’Agata: How the Lamborghini Miura Made Mid-Engined Layouts Look Good
Super cars need drop-dead gorgeous looks. Conventional wisdom insists putting a long monster-of-an-engine up front is how to accomplish this. Then how come the mid-engined Miura is the prettiest thing ever? More »
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