Funky Cars: June 2010 Archives

Funky Cars > June 30, 2010

Much cheaper Honda hybrids coming soon? - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

[Hybridcarblog] However, there are signs that Honda’s new focus isn’t just going to be fuel efficiency, but cost-effective fuel efficiency, such as affordable hybrids for more than just the 3 percent of Americans currently buying hybrid vehicles – the original marketing promise of the Insight.

Toyota Prius best used hybrid car - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

[Hybridcarblog] Based on safety, reliability, value and availability the Prius was chosen as the best hybrid made between the years 2003 – 2008, the ideal range for a used car.

Posted at 10:03 AM

June 30, 2010

Much cheaper Honda hybrids coming soon? - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

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Toyota Prius best used hybrid car - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

[Hybridcarblog] Based on safety, reliability, value and availability the Prius was chosen as the best hybrid made between the years 2003 – 2008, the ideal range for a used car.

Posted at 10:03 AM

June 29, 2010

Terrafugia's Flying Car Will Be Safe | The Big Money

[The Big Money] Now Terrafugia can add some automotive safety features such as airbags, crumple zones and a safety cage, and still qualify as a Light Sport Aircraft. The LSA designation is important because it opens the market up to a wider swath of potential customers thanks the simplified requirements needed to receive an LSA pilot’s license.

Posted at 10:03 AM

FAA Exemption Moves Flying Car Closer to Road-Ready

[Gizmodo] The weight exemption (an additional 110 pounds worth) allows Terrafugia to accommodate road safety items like airbags, crumple zones and a safety cage—all things that are not found on your typical aircraft. Having these items, however, means the plane would be in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Posted at 10:03 AM

June 26, 2010

Terrafugia's flying car gets FAA-approved weight gain - SmartPlanet

[Thinking Tech Blog RSS | SmartPlanet] IMHO, "roadable airplanes" have been horrible compromises at best. Many of the attributes that make for successful airplanes make for awful automobiles and vice-versa.

Posted at 10:34 AM

Terrafugia's flying car makes maiden voyage | Twitravel | Best ...

[Twitravel | Best travel deals] Terrafugia describes its Transition vehicle as a “roadable aircraft” and is pitching it in part as giving private pilots an easy travel alternative when bad weather makes flying a bad idea, or simply to avoid having to take a separate car to the airport.

Posted at 10:32 AM

June 25, 2010

IEEE Spectrum: Daimler Introduces Electric Smart Car in United States

[IEEE Spectrum: Green Tech] Daimler Benz is getting set to roll out an electric version of its tiny Smart Car, though U.S. sales will begin only two years from now. The German company has been showcasing its plans this week and last with a string of Smart Cars parked on a residential street in Brooklyn (above), where members of the automotive press are given briefings.

Posted at 10:35 AM

10 Smart Cars To Buy Now And Drive For A Decade

[Articles on AOL Autos] Yes, it was nominated by AOL to the Top Ten Ugliest Cars, but they never mentioned how reliable and economical and reliable the car was. Toyota stopped making it in 2005 - too good a car perhaps?

Posted at 10:33 AM

June 24, 2010

Neon's test drive (#2) - Smart Car of America Forums

[Smart Car of America Forums] Well since I just so happened to be in the area and had about 2 hours of free time today, I set out for Knauz (smart center lake bluff). When I got to the dealer, there was a person sitting behind a desk on his laptop.

Posted at 10:06 AM

my smart manual - Smart Car of America Forums

[Smart Car of America Forums] Translation: "Squint really hard, pretending you know exactly what you are looking at. Declare in a loud, knowing voice, "Just as I thought.

Posted at 10:05 AM

June 23, 2010

100 MPG: Can an Automotive X PRIZE Encourage Fuel Efficiency ...

[Auto Repair Shop] Complete Premium video at: fora.tv Eric Cahill, Senior Director of the Automotive X PRIZE Foundation, notes that despite the X PRIZE goal of a 100 MPG car, there is no one “silver bullet” for encouraging the development of efficient transportation methods.

Posted at 10:07 AM

2011 Honda CR-Z Pricing, Fuel Economy Announced - Car and Driver Blog

[Car and Driver Blog] Upgrading to the CR-Z EX requires $21,510 and adds fog lights, aluminum pedals, Bluetooth connectivity, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and an upgraded sound system with a subwoofer. The top-spec EX with navigation trim is $23,310 and, as the name suggests, adds a nav system, with voice recognition, to the EX’s equipment list.

Posted at 10:06 AM

June 22, 2010

Is Jeep Looking to Re-enter the Pickup Truck Market ...

[PickupTrucks: News] Jeep will be the ones with the brass set and bring a pickup to market with the off-road prowess of a Jeep and the minimum, all truck and nothing else package that a large market is begging for, and the looks that people love. And Ford wants everyone to drive a stripped F150 as a base truck, and the Rangers are gone - only in the states, and GM's twin smalls are history, maybe, and who cares about the Dakota, and the Toyota and the Nissan mids have just about run their course.

Posted at 10:07 AM

Report: Jeep eyeing entry-level pickup market? ”” Autoblog

[Autoblog] So, perhaps it shouldn't come as a surprise that our friends at PickupTrucks.com are reporting that Jeep is once again considering entering the pickup truck market. Apparently, newly minted Jeep CEO Mike Manley has his eyes on the segment globally and believes that the concept of a Jeep pick 'em-up-truck has some profitable legs.

Posted at 10:06 AM

June 19, 2010

YEE - The Flying Car Concept: Future of Transportation ”¦ | Tech ...

[Tech Gadget Info] YEE is designed by South China University of Technology (SCUT) industrial design students Pan Jiazhi, Zhu Wenxi and Lai Zexin. The concept of the YEE Flying car is based on the fact that in the future, the mode of transport will be …

Posted at 10:40 AM

YEE - The Flying Car Concept: Future of Transportation ...

[TechChunks.com - Latest Technology News Updates] YEE is designed by South China University of Technology (SCUT) industrial design students Pan Jiazhi, Zhu Wenxi and Lai Zexin. The concept of the YEE Flying car is based on the fact that in the future, the mode of transport will be switched from land to air due to congested traffic in major cities.

Posted at 10:32 AM

June 18, 2010

Yee - The Flying Car « The Midi Mafia

[The Midi Mafia] This type of car named “Yee” is designed by Zhu Wenxi, it not only could run on the ground, but also can fly in the air! In order to maximize the use of space and provide motive power for your flight, its propellers are installed on the back wheels, when on land, they serve as wheels;

Posted at 10:37 AM

5 flying car prototypes - Holy Kaw!

[Holy Kaw!] There are more than 2800 small airports scattered throughout the United States -- and they're vastly underused. Flying cars and their intrepid inventors have actually been with us for decades, but for many reasons, they've always seemed .

Posted at 10:37 AM

June 17, 2010

Flooring It = Engine Damage? - Smart Car of America Forums

[Smart Car of America Forums] Yesterday for my test drive, the nice sales rep told me I could stretch its legs. So I went on ahead and did a 0-60 test.

Posted at 10:07 AM

20k Maintenance -- low mileage - Smart Car of America Forums

[Smart Car of America Forums] To start with, I'm mechanically incompetent (at least I know it). So I may be asking a really stupid question here.

Posted at 10:04 AM

June 16, 2010

bov help please - Subaru WRX Forum: WRX Forums

[Subaru WRX Forum: WRX Forums] The WS08-RFL or Really F#$%!@ Loud is designed specifically for the owner of a 2008 WRX who wants a vent to atmosphere blow off valve. This is the loudest valve on the market at 115 db at 15 psi.

Posted at 10:06 AM

Fast & Furious 4: Subaru WRX STi | BoyRacers Online

[BoyRacers Online] Furious, the most obvious product placement is Subaru’s WRX STI. The Subie got its role in F&F when the picture car coordinator went looking for a new, high-performance, rally-type car for FBI agent Brian O’Connor (super-dreamy Paul Walker) to drive near the film’s climax.

Posted at 10:05 AM

June 15, 2010

Terrafugia Flying Car: Interior Walkthrough | RevStyle.co.uk

[RevStyle.co.uk] ollieoniel says: 15/06/2010 at 12:25 AM. Thats not a flying car thats an airplane with wheels flying car has to use inertial propulsion or some weird anit grav system.

Posted at 10:08 AM

Yee! So Awesome Flying Car - Design Communication Media on NGanu

[NGanu] For whom that like relaxing while enjoying an excellent reliability and speed, this flying car is so suitable for them. “Yee” designer has designed it with a cornering speed and front wing, which this front wing, the overall inclination of the body can be adjusted.

Posted at 10:07 AM

June 12, 2010

Company Involved in G.M. Recall Said the Problem Runs Deeper ...

[Wheels] But the company that made the system said it was not to blame and warned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration last year, in response to an earlier recall, that even after G.M.’s fix, owners remained at risk from fires because it believed the electrical system in the vehicles was flawed.

Posted at 10:36 AM

Video: GM tries to explain away Chevy vs. Chevrolet debacle ”” Autoblog

[Autoblog] Batey says that Chevrolet is one of the fastest growing brands in the world, and that for every one Chevy model sold here in the U.S., the company moves two units overseas. In order to stifle any confusion as to whether or not Chevrolet and Chevy are the same brand, the company is simply going to use Chevrolet moving forward.

Posted at 10:33 AM

June 11, 2010

Brooklyn Heights Blog » Sideways Smart Cars Cause Controversy on ...

[Brooklyn Heights Blog] Brooklyn Heights Blog - Dispatches from America's first suburb Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Heights New York information and news. Brooklyn Heights Real Estate.

Posted at 10:35 AM

Daimler to deploy 250 electric Smart cars in US cities this fall ...

[BrighterEnergy.org] “The smart fortwo electric drive is the ultimate statement on innovative automotive conservation and further defines the brand’s independent spirit,” said Jill Lajdziak, president of smart USA. “As the United States sets goals on CO2 reduction and oil independence, the smart fortwo electric drive enters the market at the right time and in the right place as the purist’s play in transportation electrification with a no compromise design.”

Posted at 10:33 AM

June 10, 2010

Honda Insight - Cheapest to own hybrid - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

[Hybridcarblog] Hybrid Insight is really a hybrid of my choice.Visiting the main honda site i watch the tour and one thing i so much like,the eco assist that helps the driver monitor fuel efficiency.Moreover,estimated 43 mpg,it maximize being fuel efficient,that results to a more environment friendly car.

Posted at 10:05 AM

Ford Takes Hype-Free Stance on Hybrids and Electric Cars | Hybrid Cars

[HybridCars.com] When Ford comes out with a plug in hybrid that can go at least 100 miles on the electric motor before the gas or preferrably diesel motor kicks in, they will definately get my money. The vehicle will also have to be able to carry all my toys (windsurf gear,bikes and related accessories,and camping gear.) A Focus all wheel drive wagon would probably fit the bill nicely.

Posted at 10:03 AM

June 09, 2010

Solo Performance Dual Tip Exhaust full video review. - Smart Car ...

[Smart Car of America Forums] Anyhow, I took a trip today with my exhaust to get away from it all and with the music playing at the levels I listen to, you can't even hear the exhaust which is great for those who don't want drone and all the extra noise. Boris, thank you for shipping me this great exhaust;

Posted at 10:06 AM

Smart Readies U.S. Electric Car Demo, Tesla Battery Tech Inside

[Earth2Tech] This pilot program comes as part of Smart’s larger plans to roll out 1,500 electric Fortwo test vehicles in Europe, the U.S. and Canada, as well as parts of Asia — a project for which Daimler has tapped electric car startup Tesla Motors to supply battery technology.

Posted at 10:04 AM

June 08, 2010

Car show to benefit food bank at Edmonds Methodist Church Saturday ...

[My Edmonds News] Edmonds United Methodist Church is hosting a vintage car show at the church, located at 828 Caspers St. , from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. this Saturday, June 12.

Posted at 10:03 AM

June 05, 2010

3 Bars and a broken shifter. Help appreciated. - Smart Car of ...

[Smart Car of America Forums] So there we were, 85 miles from home on a Saturday evening, with 3 bars on the instrument panel and no way to get home. after performing all of the official and unofficial fixes, we had to admit that Charley was sick and needed a tow.

Posted at 10:35 AM

Building a teardrop travel trailer - Smart Car of America Forums

[Smart Car of America Forums] Smart Cars of America, LLC is not affiliated with, authorized by, associated with or have any connection with G&K, Zap, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz AMG, Mercedes-Benz McLaren Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, smart Canada Division, DaimlerChrysler, Chrysler LLC, DaimlerChrysler AG, Maybach, smart gmbh, a division of Mercedes Benz LLC, the manufacturer of SMART automobiles, smart USA Distributor, LLC, a division of Penske Automotive Group, Inc, the exclusive authorized U.S. importer and distributor of the smart vehicle or any of their official dealerships

Posted at 10:33 AM

June 04, 2010

D8 Interview: Alan Mulally, Ford CEO | D8 Conference | AllThingsD

[All Things Digital] Ford (F) recently released SYNC, a voice-activation package on some models that integrates the content and functionality of mobile devices with the car itself. SYNC also adds apps to the car, though it’s not clear what these features will mean for the future of American automakers.

Posted at 10:34 AM

Why did Ford choose to kill Mercury now? ”” Autoblog

[Autoblog] Each one of those 1,172 combined Lincoln-Mercury dealerships will receive a financial package from Ford that includes payment for retiring the Mercury brand. Since those dealerships would be hard pressed to make a living selling only Lincoln models at the moment, Ford also announced that it will launch seven all-new or heavily revised Lincolns in the next four years, as well as further set Lincoln apart from Ford with exclusive powertrains.

Posted at 10:33 AM

June 03, 2010

Hello from Berea, KY! - Smart Car of America Forums

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Newbie from New Orleans area - Smart Car of America Forums

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June 02, 2010

Flying Smart - Smart Car of America Forums

Posted at 10:03 AM

Exhaust options for the smart car - Smart Car of America Forums

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Funky Cars > June 30, 2010

Much cheaper Honda hybrids coming soon? - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

Toyota Prius best used hybrid car - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

June 30, 2010

Much cheaper Honda hybrids coming soon? - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

Toyota Prius best used hybrid car - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

June 29, 2010

Terrafugia's Flying Car Will Be Safe | The Big Money

FAA Exemption Moves Flying Car Closer to Road-Ready

June 26, 2010

Terrafugia's flying car gets FAA-approved weight gain - SmartPlanet

Terrafugia's flying car makes maiden voyage | Twitravel | Best ...

June 25, 2010

IEEE Spectrum: Daimler Introduces Electric Smart Car in United States

10 Smart Cars To Buy Now And Drive For A Decade

June 24, 2010

Neon's test drive (#2) - Smart Car of America Forums

my smart manual - Smart Car of America Forums

June 23, 2010

100 MPG: Can an Automotive X PRIZE Encourage Fuel Efficiency ...

2011 Honda CR-Z Pricing, Fuel Economy Announced - Car and Driver Blog

June 22, 2010

Is Jeep Looking to Re-enter the Pickup Truck Market ...

Report: Jeep eyeing entry-level pickup market? ”” Autoblog

June 19, 2010

YEE - The Flying Car Concept: Future of Transportation ”¦ | Tech ...

YEE - The Flying Car Concept: Future of Transportation ...

June 18, 2010

Yee - The Flying Car « The Midi Mafia

5 flying car prototypes - Holy Kaw!

June 17, 2010

Flooring It = Engine Damage? - Smart Car of America Forums

20k Maintenance -- low mileage - Smart Car of America Forums

June 16, 2010

bov help please - Subaru WRX Forum: WRX Forums

Fast & Furious 4: Subaru WRX STi | BoyRacers Online

June 15, 2010

Terrafugia Flying Car: Interior Walkthrough | RevStyle.co.uk

Yee! So Awesome Flying Car - Design Communication Media on NGanu

June 12, 2010

Company Involved in G.M. Recall Said the Problem Runs Deeper ...

Video: GM tries to explain away Chevy vs. Chevrolet debacle ”” Autoblog

June 11, 2010

Brooklyn Heights Blog » Sideways Smart Cars Cause Controversy on ...

Daimler to deploy 250 electric Smart cars in US cities this fall ...

June 10, 2010

Honda Insight - Cheapest to own hybrid - Hybrid Cars and Plug-in ...

Ford Takes Hype-Free Stance on Hybrids and Electric Cars | Hybrid Cars

June 09, 2010

Solo Performance Dual Tip Exhaust full video review. - Smart Car ...

Smart Readies U.S. Electric Car Demo, Tesla Battery Tech Inside

June 08, 2010

Car show to benefit food bank at Edmonds Methodist Church Saturday ...

June 05, 2010

3 Bars and a broken shifter. Help appreciated. - Smart Car of ...

Building a teardrop travel trailer - Smart Car of America Forums

June 04, 2010

D8 Interview: Alan Mulally, Ford CEO | D8 Conference | AllThingsD

Why did Ford choose to kill Mercury now? ”” Autoblog

June 03, 2010

Hello from Berea, KY! - Smart Car of America Forums

Newbie from New Orleans area - Smart Car of America Forums

June 02, 2010

Flying Smart - Smart Car of America Forums

Exhaust options for the smart car - Smart Car of America Forums

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