Automotive things going-on

[Mr. Daystar]

https://autos.yahoo.com/9th-superbird-ever-built-1st-133023115.html

Really nice car. It would be more valuable in Petty blue, but it's still going to bring in more then what most peoples house cost. I would love to have an old Mopar 440 cid.

 

[Pornfan99]

Surprised for a 440 that it only has a 4-barrel carburetor? Probably the first mod the buyer will make is put in at least a 6-pack.

Yeah ..; any Mopar with the Daytona spoiler goes for big $$$!

 

[Mr. Daystar]

Surprised for a 440 that it only has a 4-barrel carburetor? Probably the first mod the buyer will make is put in at least a 6-pack.

Yeah ..; any Mopar with the Daytona spoiler goes for big $$$!

Yeah, now that you mention it, it should be a 6-pack. If you have one in Petty blue, with a 426 Hemi, you have the apex of Mopar's. If I were an investor, I would want the Hemi, but for light to light street drag racing, and lightin' up the tires, a 440 6-pack is the way to go.

 

[Pornfan99]

Care to place a bet? Either: 1) she was rubber-necking / looking at traffic heading the other direction, with all the Responders on-site, or 2) the classic - she was texting!

(The bridge scene in the "Gone in 60 Seconds" remake with Nicholas Cage.)

https://www.yahoo.com/news/car-launches-air-hitting-tow-233630833.html

 

[tvstrip]

Care to place a bet? Either: 1) she was rubber-necking / looking at traffic heading the other direction, with all the Responders on-site, or 2) the classic - she was texting!

(The bridge scene in the "Gone in 60 Seconds" remake with Nicholas Cage.)

https://www.yahoo.com/news/car-launches-air-hitting-tow-233630833.html

That is crazy. It almost feels fake, between the lack of details in the news story, the absolute perfect timing, and the lack of reaction from everyone else. Especially those guys on the left - just standing there.

 

[Pornfan99]

Damn.. Be careful out there! If you encounter an idiot / rager - speed up or slow down so you're separated.

https://www.yahoo.com/autos/road-rage-incident-kills-utah-180000827.html

 

[Mr. Daystar]

Damn.. Be careful out there! If you encounter an idiot / rager - speed up or slow down so you're separated.

https://www.yahoo.com/autos/road-rage-incident-kills-utah-180000827.html

The people that died didn't even know to do either. I want to see what the pick up looks like, the Porsche didn't stand up to well.

 

[tvstrip]

Some carmakers are removing AM radios from dashboards. How big of a loss will it be?
https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent...boards-how-big-of-a-loss-will-it-be-1.6852954

How do you feel about this? I know many are either using streaming services or just connecting their phones, but I still use my car radio a lot. And I do use the AM for the "All-news" station, so there is still use for me.

 

[Pornfan99]

How long until the States mandate an .. OBDII port plug-in, to track miles? Or, institute a fee on miles driven every two years when you re-register your car? ALL those EVs are "driving for free," regarding road use taxes / fees..

https://www.yahoo.com/news/fuel-taxes-plummet-states-weigh-042526446.html

 

[tvstrip]

How long until the States mandate an .. OBDII port plug-in, to track miles? Or, institute a fee on miles driven every two years when you re-register your car? ALL those EVs are "driving for free," regarding road use taxes / fees..

https://www.yahoo.com/news/fuel-taxes-plummet-states-weigh-042526446.html

My insurance company did that, but at least they're giving me 20% off my rates...

 

[Pornfan99]

Interesting! An enthusiast model from Hyundai - ELECTRIC - but with realistic "shifts" AND "exhaust notes!"

https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2024-hyundai-ioniq-5-n-prototype-track-drive-review?slide=8

 

[Pornfan99]

Looks like the adoption of electric vehicles isn't going according to various Governments' plans.. Pity the English!

https://www.yahoo.com/news/britain-risks-becoming-guinea-pig-050000500.html

 

[Pornfan99]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet! Show car / prototype for the new Lexus RC / sports car:

https://www.motortrend.com/news/2026-lexus-rc-coupe-everything-we-know?slide=1

 

[Mr. Daystar]

That is a good looking ride. I wonder if they'll be throwing their hats into the La Mans ring soon.

 

[tvstrip]

Looks like the adoption of electric vehicles isn't going according to various Governments' plans.. Pity the English!

https://www.yahoo.com/news/britain-risks-becoming-guinea-pig-050000500.html

Pity the rest of the world who is being subjugated to this too!

I know I have no intentions of buying an EV, or any car for that matter, until I absolutely need to. And the article seems to show I'm in the majority. Which means that with less demand, that's one less reason for car manufacturers develop efficiencies which could reduce the costs of EVs. Which again makes them less attractive for the masses to adopt them before they are literally forced to.

Governments were quick to make the commitment to force EVs on us, but no commitment to make the forced change at least comparable to the cost of current car ownership. Imagine being told that you have to upgrade to a new iphone 20 (or whatever they're on right now), even though you don't want one, nor really are able to afford one, and are perfectly happy with the phone you have right now.

 

[Pornfan99]

Holy crap! "The average amount financed dropped slightly from a year earlier but remained above $40,000 for the fifth straight quarter at $40,356. That compares with the year-earlier quarter of $40,602." - regarding the purchase of new vehicles in the US. My 2008 Honda Accord LX listed for $20,995, and my 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra listed for $35,200. (paid less for both, though!)

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2023/07/03/auto-loan-financing-cost-rising/70379941007/

 

[Mr. Daystar]

https://www.yahoo.com/autos/maple-brothers-selling-1969-ford-133024339.html

This car is stunning. Great color, good looking rims, and power to spare.

 

[tvstrip]

I don't care what you're driving, I'm pretty sure you'll fall for this LOL

 

[Pornfan99]

A review of the new Mustang GT popped into my YouTube start page. It is by "ThatDudeInBlue," who I like his videos. In it, I think he has some .. promo stuff from FoMoCo. THIS color had me salivating:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YphvV-kwLK4

 

[tvstrip]

I've seen this from other car manufacturers, not just Ram. Dumb design choice.