Category Archives: Automotive

BatSmart For Sale On Ebay

I saw today that the BatSmart concept car that I blogged about earlier which was featured at the 2008 SEMA Show is now for sale on eBay. Per the eBay description George Barris, the designer of the original Bat Mobile, … Continue reading

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Vintage Speed Decals

Do you like vintage speed decals as much as I do? I came across this posting called “The logos of Speed & Power” by Ryan at JalopyJornal.com. In the posting Ryan laid out 69 of his favorite old logos. But … Continue reading

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Dean Jeffries’ New Book

In the Hemmings Newsletter this week I saw that Dean Jeffries has a new book out called “Dean Jeffries: 50 Fabulous Years in Hot Rods, Racing & Film”. Dean is a legendary car builder who was behind such creations as … Continue reading

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1967 Maserati Ghibli Artwork

I just finished this artwork of a Maserati Ghibli. I like the Ghibli because of it’s long low shape and it’s shark-like front end. Below is a quick video that will help give you an idea of what I am … Continue reading

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Bosozoku Car Craze

The Bosozoku car craze in Japan could best be described as a cross between an anime cartoon and an art car. While the modifications aren’t what you would consider performance enhancing they do come with a certain level of creativity. … Continue reading

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BatSmart by George Barris

It looks like Batman now has a gas-saver to run around Gotham. George Barris is showing his new “smart” concept of the Batmobile at the 2008 SEMA show this week. Based on the popular SmartCar, I guess Batman could use … Continue reading

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Blue is the paint color of tomorrow

In a news article I read recently, automotive paint supplier PPG issued its annual forecast of popular automotive colors and they predict that blues will take on an important role in car styling. The article also stated that DuPont has … Continue reading

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Bugatti Veyron Video

I have seen images of the Bugatti Veyron and thought it was a cool looking super car, but I had no idea if it’s performance until I saw this video today. Jeremy Clarkson of Top Gear is driving the Veyron … Continue reading

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Special Vehicles at Old Settlers Parade

Antique Fire Truck – Side View, originally uploaded by gregspradlin. If you like old fire trucks and tractors then do I have some photos for you! These are photos I took at the Old Settlers Parade in Olathe Kansas this … Continue reading

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Woodward Dream Cruise 2008

Have you ever been to a Woodward Dream Cruise? I would sure like to go one day. The Woodward Dream Cruise is the world’s largest one-day automotive event. Each year they get around 40,000 classic cars from around the world. … Continue reading

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