Cool Cars News

2007-04-16T02:03:00.000Z

Baby boomers taking ride back in time (El Paso Times)

Baby boomers taking ride back in time (El Paso Times)
Alan Foxx rushed past the carcasses of several muscle cars inside his busy auto restoration shop in East El Paso until he came upon the framework of a 1970 Dodge Charger awaiting its turn at resurrection.

F1: Ferrari urge Raikkonen to improve restarts (autosport.com)
Ferrari believe that Kimi Raikkonen should have done a better job at the safety car restart in Bahrain on Sunday, after losing touch with the three cars ahead of him.

2007-04-13T02:04:00.000Z

Schwarzenegger pumps up green movement (CNN.com)

Schwarzenegger pumps up green movement (CNN.com)
He's on a mission to save the planet. But first, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is trying to pump some sex appeal into environmentalists.

Mommy Mobiles Go High Tech
Features ranging from rearview cameras to motorized running boards to parking assistance make life easier for the busy mom behind the wheel.

2007-04-11T02:03:00.000Z

Sonics revise financing plan for proposed arena (OregonLive.com)

Sonics revise financing plan for proposed arena (OregonLive.com)
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle SuperSonics are revising their financing plan for a proposed $500 million arena in hopes of getting lawmakers who are cool to the project to bring it up for a vote before the legislative session ends in less than two weeks.

Massive classic car show today (Daily Bulletin)
LA VERNE - More than 1,000 classic cars are expected to be on display today during the Cool Cruise, an annual hot-rod event that has become one of the region's largest.

2007-04-08T02:04:00.000Z

Dropping the green flag (Coshocton Tribune)

Dropping the green flag (Coshocton Tribune)
Nothing gets your heart pumping like zooming around a track in a fast car. "It's just the adrenaline," said local driver Kris McCombs, who resides in Holmes County. "It's the horse power that you have, and the fans. It's really cool. You're talking almost 700 horsepower in one of these cars.

Camp Shelby set to host its third annual Cruise-In April 14 (Hattiesburg American)
It's not always just tanks and Humvees cruising around Camp Shelby. The National Guard base near Hattiesburg will host its third annual Camp Shelby Cruise-In on April 14. Dozens of classic cars, hotrods, motorcycles and other vehicles turned out for the event last year.

2007-04-06T02:03:00.000Z

Move over Boys...Polly Pocket is Letting Girls Take the Wheel with Launch of Tiny Toy Cars! (The Auto Channel)

Move over Boys...Polly Pocket is Letting Girls Take the Wheel with Launch of Tiny Toy Cars! (The Auto Channel)
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Today at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, Polly Pocket ™ , one of the most popular small dolls in the world, unveiled Polly Wheels ™ – the first ever die-cast 1 toy cars designed just for girls.

2007-04-03T02:04:00.000Z

SCIENCE? COOL (The Columbus Dispatch)

SCIENCE? COOL (The Columbus Dispatch)
Jessica Bennett wants to be a photographer. So why is she studying advanced physics? "I just think it?s fun," said Bennett, a senior at Gahanna Lincoln High School.

Johnson edges Gordon, inches out Martinsville win (USA Today)
Electing not to lay the bumper until the closing laps of the Goody's Cool Orange 500, and then unable to apply the force necessary to slide the leader up the track, Jeff Gordon came up 0.065 seconds a few feet behind Jimmie Johnson on Sunday at Martinsville Speedway.

2007-03-31T03:05:00.000Z

JENSEN: Goody's Cool Orange 500 Preview (Speed TV)

JENSEN: Goody's Cool Orange 500 Preview (Speed TV)
Next up for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series is the Goody’s Cool Orange 500 at Martinsville Speedway, points race No. 6 of 36 this season and Car of Tomorrow race No. 2 of 16 scheduled for 2007. By now, you should know that Martinsville is the smallest and slowest oval in the Cup Series, and a place that’s really tough for most young drivers to learn to navigate smoothly.

Wooden cars go off the beaten track (The Star-Ledger)
Patrick Calello takes one of the toy cars off his desk and throws it against the wall. Hard.

2007-03-29T03:04:00.000Z

SoCal cleans up, restores power after fierce windstorm (San Diego Union-Tribune)

SoCal cleans up, restores power after fierce windstorm (San Diego Union-Tribune)
LOS ANGELES, 4:33 p.m. March 28 (AP): Crews cleared fallen trees off homes and cars and worked to restore electricity to thousands of utility customers in the aftermath of a storm that raked Southern California with fierce winds.

Team notes: Tomorrow around the corner at Martinsville (USA Today)
NASCAR team notes as the Nextel Cup Series prepares for its second straight short-track event, the Goody's Cool Orange 500 at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. The race also marks the second straight appearance for the Car of Tomorrow.

2007-03-27T03:03:00.000Z

First Drive: Audi R8

First Drive: Audi R8
Our UK correspondent gives a European perspective of this all-new sports car from Audi.

2007-03-25T03:02:00.000Z

Video: A Tribute to 60 Years of Ferrari F1 cars (AutoSpies.com)

Video: A Tribute to 60 Years of Ferrari F1 cars (AutoSpies.com)
A very cool Shell video recapping a series of Ferrari F1 cars running through the streets. Lexus IS-F anyone? I pity those Ferrari cars. 50 years of motorracing only to be destroyed by the almighty Lexus IS-F. Lexus is king!

Preview: 2007 MINI Cooper
MINI redesigns its popular small car that's the same as before, only better.

2007-03-22T04:04:00.000Z

Why car batteries are dying young (Naples Daily News)

Why car batteries are dying young (Naples Daily News)
Michael Pancheri’s New York shop specializes in modifying sports cars to improve their power, speed and handling. But lately he has taken on an extra job: tending to his customers’ batteries.

AUTO TECH Review: In-Car Video
Mobile video systems today are more advanced and more affordable than ever before.

2007-03-20T04:02:00.000Z

Can Silicon Valley Reinvent The Car? (Forbes)

Can Silicon Valley Reinvent The Car? (Forbes)
The Tesla is sexy, expensive--and electric.

'A McKinsey of Pop Culture?' (BusinessWeek)
Steve Stoute is making hot sellers out of cold brands by turning executives on to "the tanning of America"

2007-03-16T04:04:00.000Z

AUTO TECH Review: 2007 Dodge Caliber

AUTO TECH Review: 2007 Dodge Caliber
Lots of cool gadgets and a good value for the premium (if not perfect) audio system.

2007-03-14T04:04:00.000Z

DOWNTOWN'S ABUZZ WITH EVENTS: Cool cars the toast of Autorama (Detroit Free Press)

DOWNTOWN'S ABUZZ WITH EVENTS: Cool cars the toast of Autorama (Detroit Free Press)
Thousands of people attended the annual Autorama show at Cobo Center in Detroit this afternoon, checking out the variety of cars and other vehicles on display. The show runs through tomorrow.

Spike TV's 'Bullrun' is fast (Detroit News)
Based on the international automotive rally, Spike TV's new reality racing competition, "Bullrun," features 12 teams of two that drive their own cars in a fast-paced race across America. The grand prize -- aside from bragging rights -- is $200,000 and a cool Bullrun trophy. Former pro wrestler Bill Goldberg hosts.

2007-03-12T04:03:00.000Z

Cool cars the toast of Autorama (Detroit Free Press)

Cool cars the toast of Autorama (Detroit Free Press)
Michael Erves was sifting through rows of pictures looking for an image of the Suzuki Intruder motorcycle he owns. "I found one, but I already have that one," said the Detroit resident, as he looked for pictures of his 1997 motorcycle.

Top 10 Passenger Cars on MSN Autos
The most popular passenger cars on MSN Autos, based on visits to the site's vehicle research pages.

2007-03-10T03:03:00.000Z

Jacksonville Auto Show in Town (FOX 30 Jacksonville)

Jacksonville Auto Show in Town (FOX 30 Jacksonville)
Concept and feature cars are on display at the Jacksonville Auto Show, which starts Friday.

2007-03-07T03:06:00.000Z

Three cars could save Detroit (Shelbyville Daily Union)

Three cars could save Detroit (Shelbyville Daily Union)
I've always wanted to learn German for two reasons. One, it would slightly increase my chances of becoming a test driver for Porsche, giving me a shot at the coolest job on the planet. And two, I'd love to read what the Berlin newspapers wrote in 1945.

2007-03-05T03:04:00.000Z

Preview: 2008 Audi R8

Preview: 2008 Audi R8
The stunning Audi R8 sports car incorporates technology from the Le Mans-winning R8 prototype to build on its racing success for the street.

Iggy Pop, The Stooges cut 'The Weirdness' (UPI)
U.S. rocker Iggy Pop may be turning 60 next month, but it seems like he wouldn't have it any other way, a report says.

2007-03-02T03:05:00.000Z

Cool Cars Fuel Rochester Economy (13WHAM Rochester)

Cool Cars Fuel Rochester Economy (13WHAM Rochester)
Rochester, N.Y. -- Visitors to the Greater Rochester Car Show learned that many of these cars of the future are not only shiny and cool-looking, but that are good for both the environment and for the local economy.

Latest Cool Pet Products (CBS News)
Dr. Debbye Turner shared her favorites from a huge tradeshow. They range from a climate-controlled pet carrier to pooper-scoopers to self-cleaning litter boxes, and all will be in pet stores soon.

2007-02-27T03:07:00.000Z

The Oscar Goes to Tesla Roadster, Toyota Prius, Phoenix Roadster and ZAP Car (I4U)

The Oscar Goes to Tesla Roadster, Toyota Prius, Phoenix Roadster and ZAP Car (I4U)
This year many celebrities will arrive at the Oscars in ECO-Friendly cars. Tune in early today into the Oscar coverage to see the real stars of this year's Academy Award night. The utra-cool Tesla Roadster electric sports car, a plug-in Prius that g...

2007-02-24T03:06:00.000Z

City approves West End drainage study (Galveston County Daily News)

City approves West End drainage study (Galveston County Daily News)
Marlene and Larry Schwing have learned to adapt to the constant flooding in their West End neighborhood. When their yard is full of water, as it is after even a slight shower, the couple park their cars on the street, don rubber boots and hoof it to the house.

2007-02-20T03:04:00.000Z

Slater plans party for hometown hero - Steve McQueen Days planned for ‘icon of cool' (Boonville Daily News)

Slater plans party for hometown hero - Steve McQueen Days planned for ‘icon of cool' (Boonville Daily News)
SLATER, Mo. - Slater, Mo. is throwing a special birthday party for Steve McQueen this spring.

Driving dreams (Baltimore Sun)
As baby boomer men pursue classic cars of their youth, automakers are redesigning vehicles with 60-year-olds in mind Consider the plight of the Empty-Nester Male: Kids out of the house, tuitions done, weekends without a list of family obligations. A man in this pitiable situation might start thinking about freedom ... about the open road ... about a new car, finally, and one that's cool.

2007-02-17T03:05:00.000Z

Toyota Ramps Up Prius Sales

Toyota Ramps Up Prius Sales
For the first time, Toyota is offering incentives on buying and leasing its popular hybrid car.

2007-02-14T03:06:00.000Z

CALIFORNIA DESIGNIN': DAY 3: Scion finds a way to tap oh-so-cool counterculture (Detroit Free Press)

CALIFORNIA DESIGNIN': DAY 3: Scion finds a way to tap oh-so-cool counterculture (Detroit Free Press)
CULVER CITY, Calif. -- There were no signs on the door, no greeters trumpeting the event's sponsor. There were, however, free, freshly made tacos served from a truck parked outside.

2007-02-11T03:02:00.000Z

The Mix: Really cool things to do (Chicago Sun-Times)

The Mix: Really cool things to do (Chicago Sun-Times)
The Chicago Auto Show, the largest auto show in North America, is celebrating its 99th edition at McCormick Place South, Lake Shore Drive at 23rd Street, through Feb. 18. More than 1.25 million square feet will showcase more than 1,000 vehicles, from domestic and imported passenger cars and trucks to SUVs and concept cars.

Oil Companies Discuss Energy Challenges (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
With dwindling oil supplies, pollution concerns and the ever-present threat of gas prices soaring again, talk of new and better ways to fuel our cars, heat and cool our homes, and power our factories has never been greater.