Funky Cars: September 2008 Archives

Funky Cars > September 30, 2008

2006 FORD FOCUS FOR SALE!

[Car Listings & Reviews] C3008 - 06 FORD FOCUS ZX4, 4 DR SEDAN, 2.4 5 SP, PW, PL, CC, CD, RIGHT DOOR DAMAGE, HAVE PARTS, RUNS AND DRIVES, ONLY 29,621 MILES, $4,350 $4,350

Paris Preview: Ford reveals Kuga Individual package

[Autoblog] "With the Kuga establishing itself rapidly as the stylish new member of the Ford kinetic design family, we were looking for a dramatic and distinctive body kit which we could offer to our Kuga customers interested in further enhancing the already very sporty appearance of the standard car," said John McLeod, Chief Designer, Vehicle Personalisation, Ford of Europe. "The result is very striking - I think we can claim we have succeeded in attaining our goal as well as making a clear link to the styling of the dramatic iosis X Concept and Kuga preview show cars."

Posted at 10:02 AM

September 30, 2008

2006 FORD FOCUS FOR SALE!

[Car Listings & Reviews] C3008 - 06 FORD FOCUS ZX4, 4 DR SEDAN, 2.4 5 SP, PW, PL, CC, CD, RIGHT DOOR DAMAGE, HAVE PARTS, RUNS AND DRIVES, ONLY 29,621 MILES, $4,350 $4,350

Posted at 10:03 AM

Paris Preview: Ford reveals Kuga Individual package

Posted at 10:02 AM

September 27, 2008

The New Smart Cars....

[Hayabusa.org] Here is a picture of the Smart Car, compared to a Suburban like we used to have. Attachment 115297 Now wouldn't you know it, just when I have ordered a new Smart Car, other car makers have come out with competing models!

Posted at 10:33 AM

Smart Car, is it really smart?

[auto.kotaberita magazine] Smart Cars can be regarded as smart because they are relatively nifty and thrifty. You don't have to worry about high gasoline costs because this car doesn't consume twice as much as your gas guzzler.

Posted at 10:31 AM

September 26, 2008

TheCarConnection.com’s Six Best Cars for Great Fuel Economy

[Marty Padgett's Inside Scoop on Auto News - The Car Connection] TWO-DOORS: Proving, as we mentioned, that fun can also be quite frugal, the BMW-designed MINI Cooper Convertible gets our nod for highest-rated, fuel efficient 2 door. The second-gen MINIs benefit from a new engine design with .

Posted at 10:33 AM

100-year-old problem's solution may enhance fuel efficiency of ...

[News Track India] Washington, September 26 (ANI): Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have opened the door for significant improvements in the fuel efficiency of cars and aeroplanes by solving a century old engineering problem .

Posted at 10:33 AM

September 25, 2008

Pininfarina will show electric car in Paris

[Automotive News - Automaker News Feeds] Pininfarina will unveil a concept for a plug-in electric car at the Paris auto show. The Italian contract manufacturer plans to launch the four-seat small car under its own brand name in Europe, US and Japan starting in late 2010.

Posted at 10:08 AM

BMW to cut volume and jobs in US

[Automotive News Breaking News Feed] BMW's new North American chief wants to stop pushing for maximum sales volume in a declining market and#x2014; even if it means bringing 16 years of US sales increases to a halt.

Posted at 10:07 AM

September 24, 2008

Envia says is plug-in Ford F-150 can go 38 miles on battery power ...

[AutoblogGreen] Sounds pretty sweet, and it's apparently quite ready if the promises of Envia Motors and their PHEV conversion are to be believed. Envia, based in British Columbia and also known as Rapid .

Posted at 10:02 AM

Fire Matt Millen? Of Course! But Bill Ford Jr. Forgot to Say 'My ...

[FanHouse] Sure, Millen has the NFL's worst record during his seven-year-plus tenure. Sure, his early teams went three years without winning a road game (0-24).

Posted at 10:02 AM

September 23, 2008

Why own a smart car

[Iggy Uncensored] The picture above is the first time I can remember actually seeing a smart car in person. This photo was taken at a rest stop located somewhere in Montana on our way out to Seattle this year.

Posted at 10:02 AM

The Smart Car in America

[Latest Car Reviews] However, the Toyota Prius is a hybrid car and among the non-hybrids, the smart car has been declared the most fuel efficient car in the U.S. in the Federal Government’s 2008 Fuel Economy Guide. The smart car can be a very fun car to drive, especially if you do not consider being in such a small car a major inconvenience.

Posted at 10:02 AM

September 20, 2008

Sell Ford and GM to the Chinese (Part 2)

[International Political Economy Zone] Unlike the Japanese (too many to mention) and the Koreans (Hyundai and Samsung), the Chinese have not been enable to establish brands with global cachet (at least so far). These the automakers can still provide a semblance of in America--still the world's largest auto market--although things may get worse with delay.

Posted at 10:32 AM

Ford hits back at GM XFE pickups with SFE F-150, now 15/21 mpg

[AutoblogGreen] "Ford has committed to have the best or equal to the best fuel economy with every new product we introduce, and we are delivering with the new F-150," said Matt O'Leary, Ford F-150 chief engineer. "Fuel economy has moved from 10th to third place among pickup buyers' top purchase considerations –

Posted at 10:32 AM

September 19, 2008

Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Mustang totally revealed - base V6, GT500 and ...

[Autoblog] If you frequent every car blog on a daily basis, then you've probably seen these latest spy shots of the 2010 Ford Mustang in base V6 and GT500 trim, as well as completely uncovered views of the interior. We're acutely aware, however, that some of you rely solely on Autoblog for your daily fix.

Posted at 10:33 AM

First Drive: Ford Kuga (Euro-spec)

[Autoblog] Dearborn's new "One Ford" initiative promises that we'll soon be able to stop gazing longingly across the ocean at what the company offers overseas buyers, as Ford endeavors to integrate its global product line-up into one cohesive range for every market around the world. In the case of the new Fiesta, that's a good thing.

Posted at 10:32 AM

September 18, 2008

WRX TURBO 2005 p/x available (8790GBP)

[PistonHeads (Subaru Imprezas for Sale)] Beautiful unmarked STANDARD 2005 FSSH WRX turbo in rally blue metallic FOR FULL DETAILS PLEASE VISIT OUR DEALER WEBSITE.

Posted at 10:02 AM

R/C Subaru Impreza WRX RALLY CAR - SIZE:1/10 SCALE

[Boffer Daily Offer] The boffer 72 hour sell off! Keep hitting the F5 key!

Posted at 10:01 AM

September 17, 2008

Trophies: Ferrari Challenge

[PS3 Fanboy] The trophies are a great add-on but the gameplay should be what makes it stand out. There are endless custom vinals (however you spell it) which you can mix and match to pretty much make any designs you want.

Posted at 10:01 AM

Ferrari getting them young with CX-10 training bike

[Autoblog] Ferrari has finally created a new two-wheeler, but it's not exactly the Ducati-esque superbike we had been hoping for. Still, it's probably the greenest Ferrari the world will ever see.

Posted at 10:01 AM

September 16, 2008

Not a day for a car show at World Financial Center

[dealzone] Nikki Gold, a promoter for the Motorexpo, handing out brochures at the entrance to Merrill’s headquarters, said “A lot of people are in a really sour mood — the people you expect to take the brochures aren’t taking them.”

Posted at 10:02 AM

Grand Dominion’s Classic Car Show moves to September 27

[Del Webb's Grand Dominion Blog] Sponsored by Del Webb, the show debuts this year with an impressive lineup of classic cars for auto enthusiasts of any age to enjoy first-hand. There will be beautiful model homes to tour, decorating ideas to capture, and local vendors on hand to see throughout the afternoon.

Posted at 10:02 AM

September 13, 2008

The Monster Smart Car

[Green Daily] Filed under: Cars and Transportation, Gadgets and Tech. Don't look so surprised, you knew it was coming. Sadly enough, the video above is real. Not only is it real, but the Smart forfun2 was developed over three years ago by Greek Rally ...

Posted at 10:31 AM

Unclear on the concept: The Monster Smart Car

[stylelist Blog] While the commentary is hard to make out, the accent sounds vaguely English, or perhaps Scottish, going by the "tartan" emblazoned across the sad little Smart Car body perched atop monstrous, ginormous tires.

Posted at 10:31 AM

September 12, 2008

Mercedes Smart Car

[Mercedes Slr Mclaren Photos] Now tell me her MERCEDES SMART CAR do or say something satisfaction, then walked into was an exaggeration. A fine sheen of was certain he loved mist of passion quickly she know if he incident was best forgotten.

Posted at 10:32 AM

Quick View - (the) smart (car)

[College Cars Online] I’d like to start this post by mentioning, much as I did with the Quick View on the Mini, that apart from in the title, I will be capitalizing the name of the Smart car in the way the English language requests we treat proper nouns, and not continually refer to it as the “smart,” as the folks at Smart headquarters in Germany would like.

Posted at 10:32 AM

September 11, 2008

GM pledges to invest $290 million at Ontario plant

[Autoblog] Unfortunately for GM it was a huge PR blunder in Canada and neither the Federal nor Provincial governments were in a forgiving mood. Now there is an election in Canada right now and GM didn't want to become an election issue so they decided to cave.

Posted at 10:07 AM

GM reveals production Chevy Volt

[BloggingStocks] As you can see, the production Volt doesn't look much like the original concept (see below for the original). The real world Volt looks much more like a Japanese hybrid (I see a Honda crossed with a Malibu) -- which is to say it looks like a smooth jelly bean that somehow got wheels.

Posted at 10:06 AM

September 10, 2008

Chrysler decreases warranty claims by 29 percent

[Leftlane - news, reviews, and info for the auto-industry] According to the Detroit Free Press, Chrysler has decreased its warranty claims rate by 29 percent since February - the same month that Cerberus initiated a new quality program at Chrysler. In all, the decrease in warranty claims will likely save Chrysler “hundreds of millions of dollars”.

Posted at 10:02 AM

Chrysler vehicles 29% less broke than before

[Autoblog] Cerberus was quick to crack down on quality woes when it took over Chrysler, and the early fruit of its labor is hundreds of millions of dollars in warranty costs avoided. Chrysler cars and trucks are hitting the dealer less for repairs than before, which has resulted in a 29% drop in warranty claims for the automaker.

Posted at 10:01 AM

September 09, 2008

2008 PORSCHE CAYENNE SUV FOR SALE!

[AutaBuy.com | Vehicle Listings] Leather Seats, GPS Navigation System, Compact Disc Changer, AM/FM Radio, Air Conditioning, Clock, Trip Odometer, Tilt Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Rear Defroster, Rear Air Conditioning, Rear Shoulder Harness, Power Passenger Seat, Power Driver's Seat, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Floor Mats, Console, Center Armrest, Heated Seats, Bucket Seats. This Vehicle is Presently Located in New York, NY.

Posted at 10:05 AM

New Kia SUV receives five-star crash safety rating

[Motor Age] The 2009 Kia Borrego has achieved a five-star crash safety rating, the highest rating possible, for all seating positions in the latest frontal and side impact crash tests conducted by the US Department of Transportation's National .

Posted at 10:03 AM

September 06, 2008

Hybrid Cars Trucks And SUVÃ¢â‚¬â™s

[Blog Catalog Blog Directory] The Mercury Mariner Hybrid was Ford Motor Company's offering in 2006. This all-purpose vehicle has become the trendy hybrid, and it is great on gas thanks to the combination engine, a plus in this time of high-gas prices.

Posted at 10:32 AM

The New Honda Insight

[Hybrid Cars -] "The original Honda Insight pioneered hybrid technology in the US and remains a symbol of Honda's commitment to innovative technology and fuel efficiency," said Takeo Fukui, Honda CEO. "This new Insight will break new ground as an affordable hybrid within the reach of customers who want great fuel economy and great value."

Posted at 10:32 AM

September 05, 2008

Hypermiling Using a Vacuum Guage for Fuel Efficiency

[Hypermiler] This hypermiler offers a detailed demonstration of how he uses a vacuum gauge to improve fuel efficiency in his vehicle. This is a great way to monitor the load on your engine, and a great trick that beginner and advanced hypermilers alike can use with the proper equipment.

Posted at 10:34 AM

Couple aiming for new world record for fuel efficiency

[Motor Age] Two of the world's most fuel- efficient drivers, John and Helen Taylor, have embarked on the "Taylors' Diesel Inspiration" tour -- an attempt to break the current world record for lowest fuel consumption on a drive across the 48 .

Posted at 10:33 AM

September 04, 2008

DUB car show tour 2008 san jose, ca

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Posted at 10:02 AM

DUB car show tour 2008 in san jose, ca

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Posted at 10:01 AM

September 03, 2008

Chrysler design done with the 'edge,' going organic

[Autoblog] Trevor Creed resigned from the position of Chrysler's head of design, and as of today is succeeded by Ralph Gilles, the man who designed the 300C. Since every change at the top comes with a "new sheriff in town" speech -- or at least one-liner -- this is what Gilles had to say: "It's definitely time for a new aesthetic at Chrysler.

Posted at 10:08 AM

Holden emboldened by lack of Chrysler success, offers cheap gas

[AutoblogGreen] Apparently taking a cue from our friends at Chrysler, the down under team from General Motors are now offering cheap gas as a buying incentive. Back in June, Chrysler began offering a three-year guarantee of gas at $2.99 a gallon on .

Posted at 10:02 AM

Funky Cars > September 30, 2008

2006 FORD FOCUS FOR SALE!

Paris Preview: Ford reveals Kuga Individual package

September 30, 2008

2006 FORD FOCUS FOR SALE!

Paris Preview: Ford reveals Kuga Individual package

September 27, 2008

The New Smart Cars....

Smart Car, is it really smart?

September 26, 2008

TheCarConnection.com’s Six Best Cars for Great Fuel Economy

100-year-old problem's solution may enhance fuel efficiency of ...

September 25, 2008

Pininfarina will show electric car in Paris

BMW to cut volume and jobs in US

September 24, 2008

Envia says is plug-in Ford F-150 can go 38 miles on battery power ...

Fire Matt Millen? Of Course! But Bill Ford Jr. Forgot to Say 'My ...

September 23, 2008

Why own a smart car

The Smart Car in America

September 20, 2008

Sell Ford and GM to the Chinese (Part 2)

Ford hits back at GM XFE pickups with SFE F-150, now 15/21 mpg

September 19, 2008

Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Mustang totally revealed - base V6, GT500 and ...

First Drive: Ford Kuga (Euro-spec)

September 18, 2008

WRX TURBO 2005 p/x available (8790GBP)

R/C Subaru Impreza WRX RALLY CAR - SIZE:1/10 SCALE

September 17, 2008

Trophies: Ferrari Challenge

Ferrari getting them young with CX-10 training bike

September 16, 2008

Not a day for a car show at World Financial Center

Grand Dominion’s Classic Car Show moves to September 27

September 13, 2008

The Monster Smart Car

Unclear on the concept: The Monster Smart Car

September 12, 2008

Mercedes Smart Car

Quick View - (the) smart (car)

September 11, 2008

GM pledges to invest $290 million at Ontario plant

GM reveals production Chevy Volt

September 10, 2008

Chrysler decreases warranty claims by 29 percent

Chrysler vehicles 29% less broke than before

September 09, 2008

2008 PORSCHE CAYENNE SUV FOR SALE!

New Kia SUV receives five-star crash safety rating

September 06, 2008

Hybrid Cars Trucks And SUVÃ¢â‚¬â™s

The New Honda Insight

September 05, 2008

Hypermiling Using a Vacuum Guage for Fuel Efficiency

Couple aiming for new world record for fuel efficiency

September 04, 2008

DUB car show tour 2008 san jose, ca

DUB car show tour 2008 in san jose, ca

September 03, 2008

Chrysler design done with the 'edge,' going organic

Holden emboldened by lack of Chrysler success, offers cheap gas

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