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NASCAR Hall of Fame Struggles to Woo Fans, Make Money
The museum has received glowing reviews both from the press and the fans who’ve attended, but the problem seems to be getting people through the door.
Audemars Piguet Announces Jarno Trulli Chronograph
It’s one thing to sponsor a driver, but it’s only a few who are honored with their very own watch. Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has chosen to honor Italian F1 driver Jarno Trulli with his very own timepiece. Trulli, a former Formula Three national champion, has been an F1 driver since 1997. Winner of a…
Limited Edition Spyker Timepieces Collection Out Just in Time For the Holidays
We know you don’t want to think about it, but the holiday season is going to be here before you know it, so it’s time to start putting together a list for Santa. And may we suggest adding the Limited Edition Spyker Timepieces Collection – but only if you’ve been really good this year. This…
swissRoomBox Transforms Your Car Into a Motorhome
So you don’t have the cash to shell out for a fancy motorhome – big deal! You can add one on to your existing vehicle with the swissRoomBox. Brought to you by the creative and handy folks at Swiss Army Knife, the swissRoomBox is a motorhome on a budget, so to speak. Touting itself as…
Take the Remote Porsche 356 A Coupé For a Spin
Take the Porsche 356 A Coupé for a spin around the living room. At first, you might bump into a few things, but after a few laps, you’ll be handling this remote controlled car like a pro. Ideal for collectors or car enthusiasts, the amazingly detailed 1:18 scale model of this classic ‘50s vehicle is…
General Motors Lists the Top 10 Tracks to Test Your Car’s Stereo
Picture this: It’s Sunday, the early dawn hours and you’re cruising down an empty country road. You already know what’s under the hood of your new acquired ride, but you’ve yet to test what your new car’s stereo can do—save for the constant chattering of talk radio. It’s time for a little speaker blast, you…
Bentley Launches New Line of Branded Merchandise
It’s easy to look good in a Bentley. But now, it’s easy to look good in Bentley, with the companies new line of branded merchandise. The Bentley Collection has partnered with other exclusive manufacturers to bring you timepieces by Breitling, writing instruments by Tibaldi, sunglasses by Estede, skis by Zai, leather goods by Robert Ettinger…
James Bond’s Famous Aston DB5 to be Joined by ‘Die Another Day’ Jaguar XKR and More
This was one of three such cars prepared for filming that featured all-wheel drive and an onboard weapons system and until recently was the property of the Jaguar Heritage Trust.
Drivemocion Car Messaging Sign Lets You Flip the Bird Using LEDs
Ever wanted to send a message to the car behind you? Perhaps a nice thank you along with your polite wave for letting you pass, or maybe the same hand, minus a few fingers? Either way, instead of letting that hand off your steering wheel to give off a friendly (or not so friendly) sign,…
Bidder Reneges on $700,000 Bugatti Veyron Purchase at Barrett-Jackson [video]
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“First, he said he didn’t bid, then he said he was ‘trying to help,’” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of B-J. “The bottom line is, he said he wouldn’t buy it and we booted him.”
Ferrari and Hasselblad Team Up For New H4D Limited Edition Camera
If you can’t afford a Ferrari, perhaps you should think about purchasing the all-new Hasselblad H4D Ferrari Limited Edition camera. On second thought, you probably won’t be able to afford that either. Created for those looking for the ultimate image quality, there are only going to be 499 units produced. The camera is outfitted in…
Porsche Design Releases $1,000,000 Advent Calendar
Got a million dollars lying around? Are you a complete Porsche Design product fanatic? If so you might want to turn your attention to Porsche Design’s Advent Calendar. Measuring in at almost 6 feet tall, the calendar is a luxurious-looking showpiece constructed of brushed aluminum with double-coat finish surfaces. And if you’re still wondering why…
Citroen Lacoste: Fashion Faux-Pas or A Fun Day At The Beach?
Of all the eye-candy at this year’s Paris Motor Show, the newly unveiled Citroen Lacoste might be considered the nutritional equivalent of a jelly bean, but that doesn’t stop us from wanting to indulge in the empty calories on display here. The more fashion savvy readers out there will recognize the Lacoste brand as the famed sportswear…
Puff Pollution Meter Shows Off Your Vehicle’s Emissions
It’s cool to be environmentally friendly, and it’s even cooler to show everyone on the road how much you love Mother Earth. You can do it with the Puff illuminated pollution meter. This interesting project was made by designer and artist Karolina Sobecka for the World Maker Faire in New York City. Created to raise…
Hot Wheels Rolls Out Remote Controlled ‘Stealth Rides’ That Fit In Your Pocket
You may not have recess anymore, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t bring your Hot Wheels with you everywhere you go. The two latest Hot Wheels cars are made from plastic and can fold flat into an iPhone-size carrying case. The Stealth Rides, as they are called, are Hot Wheels’ newest line of remote…
Red Bull X1 Prototype: The Ultimate Gran Turismo 5 Car
The most high performance vehicle you can obtain in Gran Turismo 5 isn’t a Ferrari, or an Audi Le Mans prototype race car. In fact, it’s not something that actually exists, nor is it a tied to any manufacturer. No, it’s the Red Bull X1 Prototype, a virtual race car designed to be as realistic…
Chevrolet Camaro Replica PC Is One Expensive Novelty Item
If you’re the biggest Chevrolet Camaro fan in the world and feel compelled to own anything and everything Camaro, this novelty PC might just be made for you. With a price tag of $1,300 it’s no trinket, but you do get a functional computer for the price (minus the keyboard, mouse and monitor) and it…
Lamborghini Licenses a New Line of… Garden Tools?
Car makers have been branching off in the retail market, deciding to cast their net into some previously uncharted water. They license hairdryers, sleds and purses. But Lamborghini is taking it to the lawn with their new line of garden tools. Lamborghini has licensed out the brand to IKRA tool makers, who have launched a…
AC Schnitzer Becomes First Tuner To Offers an iPhone App
AC Schnitzer has become the first aftermarket tuning company to utilize the power of phone applications. And while Android is gaining on the iPhone’s popularity, there’s no denying that going with Apple’s brainchild first is the smart thing to do. AC Schnitzer’s iPhone app is completely free to download and allows you to stay up…
Bugatti Engine Block Watch Winder Ideal For Luxury Timepiece Collectors
For the man who has everything and is too lazy to wind his own watches, ORIGINTIMES has the ultimate timesaver for you – the BIG BLOCK WINDER. Based on a Bugatti EB 16.4 Veyron engine block, the BIG BLOCK WINDER will wind your luxurious watches for you, while offering you the ultimate conversation piece for…
Rare 1964 Pontiac Banshee Concept Heading to the Auction Block
In an unusual turn for an experimental car, both Banshee prototypes survived the crusher, winding up in the hands of GM employees and subsequently private collectors.
Cruisin’ Caskets Gives Us Something To Look Forward To When We’re Dead
Think the BMW tombstone isn’t enough to express your fanaticism over automobiles? Cruisin’ Caskets may have your fix. Based out of Winchester, CA, this company specializes in creating custom car-shape coffins to any spec, make or model. Even though their website is full of 1950s-style Merc coffins, Cruisin Caskets states that they’ll take any special…
1:8 Scale Ferrari 458 Italia Won’t Burn Down
While Ferrari is recalling all those beautiful 458 Italias out on the road due to a fire hazard, Amalgam Fine Model Cars has released a $5,000 1:8th scale replica of the Italian machine. Looks like some clever marketing to us, then again, maybe it’s just a coincidence. Just checking out the photos of the replica…
BMW’s Lifestyle Collection Wraps Up of All Your Holiday Shopping
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Ok, maybe we’re jumping the gun a little early, but that hasn’t deterred BMW from releasing their Lifestyle Collection for the festive season. Here’s what you can stick under the tree for the BMW lover in your life. BMW Snow Racer: Race through the snow on this…
