Hunting game and racing cars are generally pursued as separate pastimes, but not by Tazio Nuvolari at the 1938 Donington Grand Prix, where, as evidenced by a severed head, he did both with great aplomb. More » See the rest here: Tazio Nuvolari, deer hunter with Silver Arrow [Retro] Continued here:  Tazio Nuvolari, deer hunter with Silver Arrow [Retro]

Two things are immediately apparent in this one-man year-end GoPro best-of collection: Ken Block probably has way more fun than any other Ford Fiesta driver on Earth. He also has many more cameras around himself at any one time. More » Originally posted here: A year in the life of Ken Block as seen through GoPro cameras [Video] Go here to read the rest: A year in the life of Ken Block as seen through GoPro cameras [Video]

Today is the first day of winter and that means if you haven’t already seen snow, ice, and slush, it may be just matter of time before it’s headed your way. As motorists gear up for the busy winter travel season, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure you get to your destination safely. Make sure any scheduled maintenance is handled on schedule. A new survey by Consumer Reports shows that many motorists are postponing maintenance or repairs. The only thing worse than being stuck at the side of the road is being there in freezing rain when a regular maintenance item was neglected. Keeping your car update to date with maintenance will help to make it is reliable and safe. For example, be sure to inspect your tires carefully, ensuring there is adequate tread and that they are properly inflated. If your tires are worn, be sure to get a quality set of all-season or dedicated winter tires, depending on your needs. Here are some other tips to keep in mind if you have to drive through nature’s cold wrath this winter season. Inspect your battery. Test your car battery to ensure it is strong. If it’s nearing the end of its service life, be proactive and replace it. Our latest car battery ratings show there are many good choices and that some are clearly better than others. Replace your windshield wipers. Winter is tough on wipers. If they’re not clearing the windshield as they once did, sometimes simply cleaning the blade with a window cleaner and paper towel can make a difference. If you need a replacement, check our wiper ratings to find the best blades for your car. Clear off the snow and ice before driving. If snow has fallen since your car was parked, take the time to thoroughly brush it off the vehicle–including the roof–and scrape any ice from the windows. Accelerate slowly to reduce wheel spin. If starting from a standstill on slick snow or ice, start in second gear if possible so the vehicle is less likely to spin the tires. Reduce your speed and drive smoothly. In slippery conditions, tires lose their grip more easily, affecting ALL aspects of driving: braking, turning, and accelerating. Allow longer braking distances. Plan on starting your braking sooner than you normally would in dry conditions to give yourself...

Today is the first day of winter and that means if you haven’t already seen snow, ice, and slush, it may be just matter of time before it’s headed your way. As motorists gear up for the busy winter travel season, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure you get to your destination safely. Make sure any scheduled maintenance is handled on schedule. A new survey by Consumer Reports shows that many motorists are postponing maintenance or repairs. The only thing worse than being stuck at the side of the road is being there in freezing rain when a regular maintenance item was neglected. Keeping your car update to date with maintenance will help to make it is reliable and safe. For example, be sure to inspect your tires carefully, ensuring there is adequate tread and that they are properly inflated. If your tires are worn, be sure to get a quality set of all-season or dedicated winter tires, depending on your needs. Here are some other tips to keep in mind if you have to drive through nature’s cold wrath this winter season. Inspect your battery. Test your car battery to ensure it is strong. If it’s nearing the end of its service life, be proactive and replace it. Our latest car battery ratings show there are many good choices and that some are clearly better than others. Replace your windshield wipers. Winter is tough on wipers. If they’re not clearing the windshield as they once did, sometimes simply cleaning the blade with a window cleaner and paper towel can make a difference. If you need a replacement, check our wiper ratings to find the best blades for your car. Clear off the snow and ice before driving. If snow has fallen since your car was parked, take the time to thoroughly brush it off the vehicle–including the roof–and scrape any ice from the windows. Accelerate slowly to reduce wheel spin. If starting from a standstill on slick snow or ice, start in second gear if possible so the vehicle is less likely to spin the tires. Reduce your speed and drive smoothly. In slippery conditions, tires lose their grip more easily, affecting ALL aspects of driving: braking, turning, and accelerating. Allow longer braking distances. Plan on starting your braking sooner than you normally would in dry conditions to give yourself...

The Basics: The 2012 Audi Q7 is a big, luxurious all-wheel drive utility vehicle that a lot of what you want–luxury and on-road capability–and very little of the rugged off-road ability that you probably don’t need. Although the Q7 is related to the Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne, it’s somewhat longer than those two models, with an… See the original post here: 2012 Audi Q7

Today at High Gear Media, photos of the Lexus LF-Lc Hybrid concept have leaked out and Volkswagen is heading back to the Super Bowl. GM drops Big Fuel and we pull together the best car commercials of 2011. All this and more in today’s car news, right here on The Car Connection. Here are the top car news stories of 2011. General Motors dropped Big… See original here: Tesla Model S Priced, Big Fuel Dropped, Top 2011 Car News: Car News Headlines

Today at High Gear Media, photos of the Lexus LF-Lc Hybrid concept have leaked out and Volkswagen is heading back to the Super Bowl. GM drops Big Fuel and we pull together the best car commercials of 2011. All this and more in today’s car news, right here on The Car Connection. Here are the top car news stories of 2011. General Motors dropped Big… Originally posted here: Tesla Model S Priced, Big Fuel Dropped, Top 2011 Car News: Car News Headlines

If you like extreme winter sports and extreme-weather vehicles, Jeep has launched a contest that could be just your speed. From now through January 19, Jeep is hosting a sweepstakes that could send you to the Winter X Games in Aspen, Colorado and give you a shot at winning a brand-new 2012 Jeep Wrangler Arctic Edition. The Winter X Games will be… Go here to see the original: Win A Trip To The Winter X Games & A Shot At A 2012 Jeep Wrangler Arctic Edition

If you like extreme winter sports and extreme-weather vehicles, Jeep has launched a contest that could be just your speed. From now through January 19, Jeep is hosting a sweepstakes that could send you to the Winter X Games in Aspen, Colorado and give you a shot at winning a brand-new 2012 Jeep Wrangler Arctic Edition. The Winter X Games will be… See more here: Win A Trip To The Winter X Games & A Shot At A 2012 Jeep Wrangler Arctic Edition

Drivers longing for simpler ways of buying fuel at the gas station pump, there may be good news. A gasoline station in Saginaw, Mich., is testing a new pump technology called Post-Pay that allows cash-paying customers to unlock the gas pumps with a mere swipe of a driver’s license. When they’re done fueling the car, drivers can pay for fuel with cash at the station’s register. But, if they “pump and run” without paying, the information captured from the license swipe is transferred to the police. Post-Pay eliminates the need for station customers to first pre-pay—say, with $60—to fill up with fuel and then return to the register for change—because they only needed $52.36 for a completely full gas tank. Bob Hohn, president for Paxson Oil Company and inventor of the Post-Pay system says information from a driver’s license can’t be viewed by the cashier in the store nor is the data recorded in any matter. That is, unless a driver attempts a pump-and-run theft. So far, the technology—which Hohn has applied for a patent—is being tested only at two gas stations owned by Paxson Oil. ABC News report on Post-Pay technology from WJR-TV in Flint, Mich. Gas drive-offs drastically reduced with new invention [WJRT-TV ABC12 News] New pump technology prevents gas theft, lets you pay after pumping [Autoblog] Original post:  Fill-up your car with gas…by swiping your driver’s license?

Drivers longing for simpler ways of buying fuel at the gas station pump, there may be good news. A gasoline station in Saginaw, Mich., is testing a new pump technology called Post-Pay that allows cash-paying customers to unlock the gas pumps with a mere swipe of a driver’s license. When they’re done fueling the car, drivers can pay for fuel with cash at the station’s register. But, if they “pump and run” without paying, the information captured from the license swipe is transferred to the police. Post-Pay eliminates the need for station customers to first pre-pay—say, with $60—to fill up with fuel and then return to the register for change—because they only needed $52.36 for a completely full gas tank. Bob Hohn, president for Paxson Oil Company and inventor of the Post-Pay system says information from a driver’s license can’t be viewed by the cashier in the store nor is the data recorded in any matter. That is, unless a driver attempts a pump-and-run theft. So far, the technology—which Hohn has applied for a patent—is being tested only at two gas stations owned by Paxson Oil. ABC News report on Post-Pay technology from WJR-TV in Flint, Mich. Gas drive-offs drastically reduced with new invention [WJRT-TV ABC12 News] New pump technology prevents gas theft, lets you pay after pumping [Autoblog] Read the original: Fill-up your car with gas…by swiping your driver’s license?

The holidays are upon us and while you may be searching for last-minute gift bargains for the family, it’s also a good time to find a holiday deal on a new car. The end of the year can be a good time to buy and take advantage of manufacturer incentives and rebates. Dealers are anxious to sell what they can now because the winter months are typically their slowest season. Plus, automakers, too, are hoping to close the year with strong sales. All these factors put the car buyer in a good position to negotiate and come out with a great deal on a good car. For our December selection, we have listed CR recommended 2011 and 2012 models that offer the best discounts. Prices on the models selected are between 15 percent and 20 percent below MSRP, but dealers may be interested in negotiating further if inventory is available. A few of the models — Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, Lincoln MKZ, and Mazda6 — have been on lots over 100 days and are ripe for negotiations. Buying a 2012 model instead of a leftover 2011 might get you the latest safety features and technology and more inventory to choose from at the dealership. However, buying a 2011 model may get you the best price as dealers are more willing to negotiate an outgoing 2011 model. Of course, the downside to buying a leftover 2011 is that it already has a year’s worth of depreciation under its belt. But if you drive your car a long time, short-term depreciation won’t matter much. The models listed below are just a few of our Best New Car Deals, meaning there are notable discounts on models that meet Consumer Reports’ criteria to be recommended. These vehicles scored well in our testing, had average or better reliability in our subscriber survey, and performed well in government or insurance-industry safety tests, if evaluated. See our full list of deals for 2011 and 2012 models. Make & model Expires MSRP Invoice price Customer rebate Dealer incentive Bottom line price See original here: Best new car deals for the end of 2011

The holidays are upon us and while you may be searching for last-minute gift bargains for the family, it’s also a good time to find a holiday deal on a new car. The end of the year can be a good time to buy and take advantage of manufacturer incentives and rebates. Dealers are anxious to sell what they can now because the winter months are typically their slowest season. Plus, automakers, too, are hoping to close the year with strong sales. All these factors put the car buyer in a good position to negotiate and come out with a great deal on a good car. For our December selection, we have listed CR recommended 2011 and 2012 models that offer the best discounts. Prices on the models selected are between 15 percent and 20 percent below MSRP, but dealers may be interested in negotiating further if inventory is available. A few of the models — Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, Lincoln MKZ, and Mazda6 — have been on lots over 100 days and are ripe for negotiations. Buying a 2012 model instead of a leftover 2011 might get you the latest safety features and technology and more inventory to choose from at the dealership. However, buying a 2011 model may get you the best price as dealers are more willing to negotiate an outgoing 2011 model. Of course, the downside to buying a leftover 2011 is that it already has a year’s worth of depreciation under its belt. But if you drive your car a long time, short-term depreciation won’t matter much. The models listed below are just a few of our Best New Car Deals, meaning there are notable discounts on models that meet Consumer Reports’ criteria to be recommended. These vehicles scored well in our testing, had average or better reliability in our subscriber survey, and performed well in government or insurance-industry safety tests, if evaluated. See our full list of deals for 2011 and 2012 models. Make & model Expires MSRP Invoice price Customer rebate Dealer incentive Bottom line price Original post:  Best new car deals for the end of 2011

The year 2011 will not go down in history as the happiest year for the auto industry. From March’s destructive earthquake and tsunami in Japan, to the year-long Saab saga that’s ending sadly, it’s been a difficult, sometimes tragic, year for the people who work in the auto industry. There is something to tuck into the time capsule for future… Read more from the original source: The Top Car News Stories Of 2011

The year 2011 will not go down in history as the happiest year for the auto industry. From March’s destructive earthquake and tsunami in Japan, to the year-long Saab saga that’s ending sadly, it’s been a difficult, sometimes tragic, year for the people who work in the auto industry. There is something to tuck into the time capsule for future… See the original post:  The Top Car News Stories Of 2011