Automotive: September 2010

TRON LEGACY: new art work released

Disney just released some more art work for Tron Legacy.This one is the updated Flynn bike, with some bullet points explaining the thoughts behind its subtle re-design. As you might know, the bike we all know from the first film is a compromise. Mastermind Syd Mead originally designed a very sleek, open rider bike, but computers could not...

INSPIRATION OF THE DAY: Wow Robot

Oh my god, will it never stop to see awesome new robot concepts. Look at this guy, and its getting more interesting from 0:40 on. And the gag at 0:50, priceless.Hat tip, Dan...

Thunderhill is coming !!!

Thunderhill is coming !There nothing like racing in the desert in December. There nothing else really like it. Going from dry and hot to seriously cold in the night makes for quite an experience. Its something you have to try to really embrace it. But that is racing. And Thunderhill gives you a whole 25 hours of it. 11am to 12 noon the next...

A BIG THANKS

A big thanks to Rixter, Ken, Michelle, Laela, Tino, Nat, Teresa, Amanda and the rest of the Mini, BMW and Audi guys for their comments and support. Still waiting on a few more you. Please, everyone feel free to post your comments. Stay tuned as there are a couple interesting posts coming up in the next few days and a really interesting submitted article about BBS wheels. Here is a little teaser video about one of the...

Something else that is New from Mini

New Mini WRC car based on the New CountrymanIf you like how the new Countryman looks then you probably really like how the purposed Mini WRC car looks. When I first saw it I was blown away. First that Mini was going into competitive rally racing, and how good the car looks. I think with the new model coming out and a commitment by...

More 2011s

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The 2011s are in Canada

New for 2011 wheels2011 Cooper front end2011 Cooper S Cabrio front end2011 Cooper S Clubman front endThe 2011s are here !!! Here are couple pics of the FIRST 2011s delivery to dealer lots in Canada. Notice the new wheels on Cooper S Clubman (R55) and Cooper S Cabrio (R57). The new front bumpers are a bit more aggressive with the chrome trimmed...

CAPTAIN AMERICA: first design released

As always, no comment from me on designs prior to film release - but always happy to share images with you that the studio or press released. Enjoy.Cheers, Dan...

5 Reasons why everyone should use a K&N Air filter

K&N has been around a long time. As long as I can remember anyway. They basically pioneered the reusable air filter. A brilliant idea at the time and still a brilliant one today. K&N also makes first class products in terms of quality, fitment and performance. So that being said, here are 5 reasons why you should have a K&N OEM...

Happy Labour Day Mechanics and all Tradesmen

Happy Labour Day to all the mechanics and tradesmen in Canada, The States and all over the world! This long weekend is for you so enjoy it! Also Good luck to everyone going back to school everywhere. Future apprentices and tradesmen please study hard. Keep the quality of labour and craftsmanship high everywhere. Thank you to everyone who has viewed, supported and followed the blog so far. Let's keep it going! If anyone has modified...