57 Best Car-Related Moments from The Office
It’s been over two years (831 days to be exact) since The Office aired its final episode here in the US, and each day since then, I have been filled with an intense emptiness that nothing can fill—but kudos to you for trying, Parks and Rec. The Office is a sick obsession for me; I can quote […]
Subaru EyeSight Is Killing It in Australia
Subaru’s EyeSight technology is a popular addition to vehicles here in the US, like the all-new 2016 Forester and the 2016 Outback, both of which dominated Subaru’s American sales in July. It seems that the Subaru EyeSight technology, a crash prevention system designed to be another set of eyes on the road, has also caught […]
2016 Kia Soul EV Overview
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV […]
Hyundai i20 WRC Hits the Brakes to Avoid Hitting Tractor [VIDEO]
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One of the main appeals of the Rally Deutschland is the challenging mixture of a variety of track conditions—from twisted support roads in the vineyard stages, to rough concrete roads on the military training ground near Baumholder, to the high-speed curves of the asphalt roads in northern Saarland. One unexpected challenge that Hyundai Motorsport driver […]
BMW Hits the Big Screen with Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
In March, we announced that BMW would partner with the latest installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Now Jalopnik has an exclusive look at the BMW M3 and Tom Cruise tearing up a movie set in the latest movie installment featuring spy Ethan Hunt. Check out the stunt work in Morocco below: Let’s just all […]
Volvo To Feature XC90 SUV In Australian Driverless Car Trials
Add Volvo to the list of auto manufacturers that will be participating in the driverless car trials this November in Australia. The trials will be the first of several throughout the continent and will be taking place the same time as the Driverless Vehicle Conference on November 7th and 8th. Volvo will be testing its “intellisafe assist” […]
Hackers Remotely Take Control of Jeep Cherokee
Imagine you’re just driving along minding your own business, when suddenly it seems like your car has grown a mind of its own. Your air conditioning starts blasting cold air at the highest setting, your windshield wipers begin to wipe, and your music begins blaring—all without you touching a single control. Related: The future of […]
What do the Transformers Transform Into?
Discover what the heroic Autobots and villainous Decepticons change into when they transform.
No series quite captures the nostalgia of the 1980s like the Transformers. A tale of good vs. evil, the ongoing battles between these robots has captured the imagination of both children and adults for generations. One aspect that helps the Transformers remain so timeless is their ability to change into vehicles. As automobiles have changed since […]
The West Wing Wheels: Barack Obama
Drive down Pennsylvania Avenue with the United States Presidents in this 10-part series
From Lincoln to Ford, the United States automotive industry has been greatly affected by the Presidents of the United States. Pardon the pun. However, cars have also had a profound impact on the presidents themselves. As the most powerful person in the country, the President of the United States needs a powerful set of wheels […]
Google Self-Driving Car Innocent In First Injury Accident
When you talk about self-driving cars, the concern is always that the vehicle won’t “see” another car’s sudden movements . Now, following one of Google’s prototype’s first accident with injuries, critics are probably patting themselves on the back–not because people were injured, of course, but because these autonomous cars clearly can’t control themselves. Now, hold […]
Australian Man Eating McFlurry While Driving Has His Toyota Impounded by Police
Did somebody say McPrison? One Australian man’s attire might look more similar to that of the Hamburglar after police caught him eating a McFlurry while driving with his knees. The story comes out of Point Cook, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia. According to the Victoria Police News, officers were traveling on the freeway last Thursday […]
NASCAR Looking To Keep Tires On Pavement This Weekend At Kentucky
Only six days after the brutal wreck that could have cost him his life, Austin Dillon is getting back in the driver’s seat of the No. 3 Chevrolet SS this weekend at Kentucky Motor Speedway and will be begin the race from the 11th starting position. “For me, I try and put it in the back of […]
The 5 Creepiest Haunted Cars
These 5 cursed vehicles drive straight out of Hell and into your nightmares
Earlier this week, the world was introduced to the new Ecto-1, the vehicle of choice for the Ghostbusters. Whether in the classic 1959 Cadillac or the new vehicle straight out of the 1980s, the ghostbusting crew use the car to track down poltergeists and ghouls. What would be really interesting to see is the Ecto-1 […]
Possible 2016 Toyota Prius Photos Leaked
The 2016 Toyota Prius is like a mythical creature. Sure, we figure it must exist somewhere, but we’ve never actually laid eyes on it ourselves. Others claim they have though, and much like pictures of Nessie, the Prius photos have us begging the question: is it real? Or just a figment of our imaginations? The […]
2015 Austrian Grand Prix Recap: Rosberg Overtakes Hamilton for the Win
The Austrian Grand Prix is set at one of the loveliest locales in the whole calendar, with a history almost as rich and resplendent as the faunas, trees, and mountains the drivers and spectators can behold in the background of the short, nine-corner circuit. It was formerly known as the Österreichring, then the A1 Ring, […]
NFL Player Richard Sherman And NASCAR Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. Beef On Twitter
If you aren’t already familiar with NFL player Richard Sherman, he’s the guy that screamed and ranted on live TV that he was the best player at his position in football and that opposing teams shouldn’t waste time by testing him with ‘sorry’ players. If you still need a reminder, here’s the video of his epic rant: […]
Subaru Continues Pet Safety Product Research by Funding Center for Pet Safety
In 2013, Subaru worked with the Center for Pet Safety to investigate the safety of various pet harnesses to be used on cats and dogs when travelling in the car. Results of that steady can be viewed here. Subaru is now continuing that pet safety product research and testing by funding the Center for Pet […]
2015 Monaco Grand Prix Recap: The Safety Car Strikes Again
The Monaco Grand Prix is the most prestigious race in the Formula 1 calendar and indeed one of the most renowned racing events in the world. Yet for all its glamour, heritage, and money, the Monaco Grand Prix is persistently one of the most boring races of the year. Relive the Drama: 2015 Spanish Grand […]