Putting it into Park: Weekend Linkage

Camp in a Toyota Prius…Pontiac Aztec style thanks to Habitents.

Toyota Prius Tent Camping

- The Need for Speed video game franchise is going to be a movie

- The new Cadillac ATS will hit 60 MPH in 5.4 seconds

- Mercedes tries to turn the dog carrying wagon into a lifestyle car 

- The Bowler EXR-S: the ultimate off-road racer?

- Jay Leno’s new toy: a custom 1932 Bowtie Deuce hotrod

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You know a used car has been in a flood if…

Be wary of buying a used car or truck from private sellers in Florida and other southern states in the following months. Tropical Storm Debby wasn’t too kind to the Sunshine State, dropping nearly two feet of rain and causing extensive flooding. This means there are thousands of cars with flood damage driving around. Check out the photo gallery here if you have no idea what Tropical Storm Debby is or what happened in Florida the past few days.

A vehicle history report like CarFax, which is available from most dealerships using Mojo Motors will clear up any questions about flood damage right up front.  AutoCheck will also give you the skinny if the used car of your dreams took swimming lessons. While most dealerships provide a CarFax report for free, expect a charge when looking up the VIN from a private seller.

If you’re looking to buy a used car in states like Florida, Louisiana, Alabama, Georgia or Mississippi, you’ll know a car has been in a flood if:

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Why you don’t want to buy a red car

A recent study found that red cars aren’t just a target for police officers, they’re a target for birds letting loose a hailstorm of partially digested food or whatever it is birds eat. Is that reason enough not to buy a red car? Probably not, so keep reading why you might not want to buy a red car.

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The Monday Grind

Start your week with a new take on the old slow-motion bullet into apple video. BMW style.

- How the automakers got their names

- Red cars hit most by bird “bombs”

- SpaceX CEO says it’s easier to build a spaceship than a car

- The first production 2013 SRT Viper is now sold–for 300k

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Putting it into park: Weekend Linkage

It’s the first weekend of summer and it’s time to drop the top and take a look at the 7.2l Lamborghini  you never knew existed (the gray one)!

 - Gold Lamborghini Aventador will be recession-proof

- The story of one driver and her Saturn Sky

- The short story on Ricky Rudd’s long career

- Study shows drivers will slow down if they’re paid

 

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Best and worst foods to eat while driving

There’s a war on distracted driving. Check that, there’s been a suggested war on distracted driving by Secretary of Transportation Roy LaHood. It’s because of infotainment systems in cars, cell phones, books, eating and any other distractions that could lead to accidents.

Some places, like Oak Park, IL would rather have their drivers go hungry than be allowed eat while driving. Is this going too far? It depends. Some drivers can put down a bowl of chili while driving 75MPH on the expressway. Some drivers can’t even adjust the volume on their radio going 25MPH.

All this talk of distracted driving and Oak Park’s ruling on distracted driving prompted us to really find out what are the best foods to eat while driving. We tapped our fans on Facebook for suggestions and some made more sense than others (clearly). Keep reading to see the top picks:

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The Monday Grind

It’s the Monday Grind and your commute probably blows, but filmmaker Benjamin Ducroz thinks it is art.

- Dale Jr. finds the checkered flag at MIS, on Father’s Day, in a black car

- Iowa dealership using a food cart to attract potential buyers

- Removing the spare tire in your car can save you major money on gas

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Putting it into park: Weekend Linkage

Things are getting fast at MIS this weekend. So fast it’s scary.

- The new DW12 IndyCar still hasn’t been tested in a wreck

- Hans-Joachim Stuck should go back to racing cars

- Don’t get caught swearing while driving in Middleborough, MA

- Saab will rise from the dead and produce electric cars

- They lived.

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The Monday Grind

Here’s what you missed while you were out enjoying summer last weekend.

- Some people don’t appreciate loud engine revving

- A look at Cars Land before the grand opening this Friday

- 5 car picks for an American road trip

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Putting it into park: Weekend Linkage

The Dingman Collection Auction is happening this weekend in Hampton, New Hampshire. If you’ve got a couple hundred thousand to spare, buy yourself something nice like a 1939 Ford Deluxe Station Wagon.

- Party like a sheik in this armored limo

- Without helium to fill their balloons, how in the world will dealerships sell cars?

- Electric Honda Fit to achieve 132/105/118 city/highway/combined MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent)

- Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood wants automakers to take initiative on distracted driving

- More people have watched Ken Block drive a car than the 2012 Super Bowl

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