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Famous Photographer Rankin’s Latest Exhibit Inspired By Rolls-Royce’s Spirit Of Ecstasy
Rolls-Royce‘s Spirit of Ecstasy is the inspiration behind renowned photographer Rankin’s newest exhibit, which is being showcased at the Rankin Gallery in Los Angeles. On display from November 16 to the 23, the collection is the result of a collaboration between Rolls-Royce and Rankin. The photographs took inspiration from the Spirit of Ecstasy, the famous…
Ford’s Do Not Disturb Feature Helps Parents Prevent Distracted Driving
Ford has just released the Do Not Disturb feature, a new technology that lets parents limit distracted driving habits teens are tempted with. The new Ford MyKey Do Not Disturb feature allows parents to block their teens from receiving phone calls and text messages while driving. This means that young drivers can keep their eyes…
Blackberry Gets A Makeover With The Porsche Design P’9981 Smartphone
If you weren’t addicted to your Crackberry before, you will be once you get your hands on the Porsche Design P’9981 Smartphone from Blackberry. Encased in stainless steel and leather, the Porsche Design P’9981 comes with a host of luxe features that will make sure you’ll never want to put it down. With an enhanced…
World’s Safest Car Sports Air Bags On The Outside
Touting itself as the world’s safest car, this vehicle wears its airbags on the outside – a unique concept, but would you want to drive it? Named the iSAVE-SC1, this vehicle was developed by Humanix, a Japanese company, and Hiroshima University. Not only is this electric car outfitted with an inflated exterior, it comes equipped…
Report: Women More Likely To Be Injured In Car Accidents Than Men
Because seatbelts and other safety devices found in vehicles aren’t designed for a woman’s body, female drives are more likely to get hurt or die when involved in a car accident, says a new report by the American Journal of Public Health. When compared to men, women are shorter, lighter, sit differently and tend to…
Study: Gas Pump Handles Top List of Filthiest Surfaces
Bring along your hand sanitizer the next time you’re pumping gas – a new study says they are the filthiest thing you touch on a day-to-day basis. According to a recent report by Kimberly-Clark Professional (a division of hygiene company Kimberly-Clark Corp), gas pump handles are covered with germs. After swabbing and taking samples from…
Pirelli’s Tattooed Diablo Rosso II Tire Is A Work of Art [Video]
Pirelli wanted to do something special for its newest flagship store in Milan, Italy. So the tire manufacturer commissioned renowned tattoo artist Scott Campbell to work his artistic magic to create a cool tattooed tire. Instead of using a needle and ink, Campbell used a gouge to engrave an eye, a heart and a skull…
Teflon Sweepstakes: Meet Jeff Gordon And Win A Trip To NASCAR
Winter is coming – is your car ready? If you need a new set of windshield wipers to keep the snow from obscuring your view, now’s the time to pick some up, as Teflon has just announced a contest that could win you a trip to see a NASCAR race. The contest, which is on…
Drive-Thru Hotel Lobby Lets You Check In Without Getting Out Of Your Car
We already enjoy the benefits of drive-thru restaurants, bank machines, even funeral homes. For people who hate getting out of their cars, you’ll be happy to hear about the drive-thru lobby at the Interalpen Hotel in Austria. To check into your room for the night, you just drive right into the lobby. The Interalpen Hotel,…
Pull Into The Perfect Spot With The Parker iPhone App
One of the reasons you hate driving in the city will no longer be an issue, thanks to the Parker iPhone app. This handy tool will scope out available parking spots in a variety of different cities, alleviating one of the annoyances that comes with the urban commute. To ensure you get the most out…
Ford’s New Lane Keeping Technology To Combat Drowsy Driving [Video]
Ford’s Lane Keeping technology is much more effective than a cup of super strong coffee – this technology will let you know when you’re too tired to drive. Set to launch in early 2012 on the Ford Explorer, the Lane Keeping technology is perfect for drivers that are in for the long haul or have…
Car Insurance Claim Satisfaction Lower Among Total Loss Claimants
A new study shows that car owners who claimed a total vehicle loss with their insurance provider were much less satisfied then those who claimed a repairable vehicle. The J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study rates satisfaction based on 1,000-point scale, and the satisfaction average for those claiming a total loss…
The Truth Behind Steve Jobs’ Missing Licence Plate
A few weeks ago, we told you about the mystery surrounding the missing license plate on Steve Jobs’ silver Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG. Was it a payoff to the cops? Did he have a permit to drive plateless? It turns out he just wanted to be “different.” iTWire had the chance to talk with Jon Callas,…
National Geographic Channel’s Ultimate Factories Showcases BMW X3
If you want to see how the BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle is made, be sure to tune into National Geographic Channel’s hour-long documentary, part of the popular Ultimate Factories series. The X3 segment of Ultimate Factories airs on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on the National Geographic Channel. It also marks…
Infiniti’s G37 Art Car To Be Auctioned Off For ONE DROP Foundation
Infiniti Canada is joining forces with Bearfoot Bistro and Masquerave raise awareness of water-related issues and to help raise funds for ONE DROP’s initiatives in developing countries. Bearfoot Bistro’s Masquerave is a famous renowned culinary extravaganza that takes place in Whistler on November 12, and Infiniti is donating the Infiniti G37 Anniversary Art Project Vehicle…
Porsche Driving Experience Announces New Courses in Finland, South Africa
What are you doing for your winter vacation this year? We’ve got a great idea – test drive the new Porsche 911 first-hand through extreme conditions in some of the most exotic locales from across the world. The Porsche Driving Experience’s new winter training courses will take beginners and expert drivers through their paces on…
Kia Hangs 10 With Surf-Themed Rio: SEMA Show Preview
Kia plans on making a splash this year at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with its surf/skate-themed 2012 Rio hatchback. This gnarly Rio is the result of a partnership between Kia and Antenna Magazine, and is touted as being a “one-of-a-kind retro ride aimed at totally radical surfing enthusiasts.” To start off, Kia…
Honda Owner Hits One Million Mile Mark on Odometer, Gets His Own Parade
Hitting the one million mile mark on your odometer is a pretty big deal. In fact, Honda thought it was such a momentous occasion for one owner, they threw him his own parade. Joe LoCicero accomplished this feat in his 1990 Honda Accord and was caught completely by surprise by the parade. He was in…
Jeep Dealers Caught Tacking on Unnecessary Charges in “Today” Show Exposé
We’ve all heard the horror stories about women who take their cars into a mechanic to fix a minor problem, only to be charged outrageous fees for non-existent or small issues. A national news program went undercover to get the scoop. After placing hidden cameras at several dealerships, the show’s decoy was overcharged for service…
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Wins Motor Trend SUV of the Year Award
Congrats go out to the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, the winner of the 2012 Motor Trend SUV of the Year. The Evoque was up against some stiff competition this year. Other contenders up for the award included BMW X3, Dodge Durango, Dodge Journey, Ford Explorer, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz M-Class, MINI Countryman, Saab 9-4x and…
Diagnose Your Car’s Health with CarMD
Your car is making a strange noise, but you don’t want to take it into the garage for a costly examination. The alternative: give your car a check up yourself with the CarMD. To run a diagnostic on your car, this handy handheld devise plugs into the 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) found on the…
Mini Cooper Flash Drive Lets You Store Your Data in Style
If you’re a fan of the Mini Cooper, you’ll want to pick yourself up one of the Mini Cooper flash drives. Available in 11 historic versions of the iconic car, this flash drive will impress with its accurate attention to detail. Made by Zero Basic, these flash drives will go wherever you go and make…
Ford Shows Off SEMA Show Focus and Fiesta Creations
Are you getting excited for the SEMA Show in Las Vegas? It’s less then two weeks away, and to get you a fan-frenzied mood, Ford has begun to tease us with its bespoke designs. From subdued to outrageous and brand-spanking new to ancient, Ford will be showing off a little something of everything at the…
Study Finds Parents Teach Teens Bad Driving Habits
Parents, if you want to set a good example for your teens while you’re teaching them how to drive, put down your cell phone. A new study out says that parents are prone to check their phones while teaching driving skills. This study, which was conducted by State Farm, surveyed 517 teens and their parents…
