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The James Dean Death Run

Matt Bubbers — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:31:43 +0000

James Dean stands watch over a gas station in California’s central valley. Here, two stories tall, paint faded, frozen in that famous pose from Rebel Without a Cause, finger pointing towards the Texaco, Dean is forever young. Although, actually, if you look closely he’s beginning to show some cracks. He rises up out of the perfectly flat landscape, a beacon for truckers and travelers. For miles there’s nothing else around. Highway 46 is dead straight. This is Blackwell’s Corner, roughly halfway between Paso Robles in the west and Bakersfield in the east. Nearly 150 miles north of Tinseltown it’s an unlikely spot to find a looming Hollywood icon, but this gas station holds an unusual claim to Dean’s legacy: it was the last place he was seen alive.

The Return of the Muscle Car

Matt Bubbers and Christopher McGoey — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:38:15 +0000

It’s not all gun debates and youth unemployment. There are some beacons of hope in America. They may be small, but they burn bright.

In Detriot, on a makeshift stage in a semi-abandonned warehouse as big as several city blocks, the 2014 Corvette Stingray emerged from darkness, backlit by a blinding light. This searing red silhouette of an american legend, reborn.

For a few moments, everyone who saw it forgot about hybrids and subcompacts and remembered that the USA used to be really, really good at building fast cars with big engines. And you know what? It’s been a while, but they haven’t lost their touch.

The New Porsche 911 Turbo

Matt Bubbers — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:22:54 +0000

Today (this morning, in fact) Porsche unveiled its newest flagship: Yes, the 911 Turbo is back, 40 years after its initial debut. To the untrained eye, it may look roughly the same as any 911, but we know different. We know it’s the quintessential gentleman’s supercar. But, if that doesn’t sound like your cuppa, then we’ve rounded up a few other +500 horsepower machines that might be more your speed.

Jaguar F-TYPE presents Desire

Sharp Staff — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:14:44 +0000

Jaguar has released a short film starring Homeland actor Damian Lewis called Desire to show off its new F-TYPE in a new and creative way. True to the luxury brand’s roots, the 13-minute film bears no shortage of adrenaline and packs a stylish punch with Lewis playing a dapper delivery driver for high-end cars. Produced in association with Ridley Scott Associates, the flick also stars actress Shannyn Sossamon and was directed by Adam Smith, to which he describes the project as “a real adventure; a story of betrayal, retribution, passion and greed.”

BMW Goes Burlesque

Monica Pilwal — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 19:01:34 +0000

What do you get when you pair one of the leading automobile manufacturers in the world with an iconic art festival? An eye-popping display of creativity and luxe, of course.

Fast and furious, colourful and seductive- these are the descriptive elements BMW and Paris Photo have in mind when choosing the most appropriate pieces of work to showcase at the inaugural fair being held at L.A’s Paramount Pictures Studios, marking the ten-year partnership between the two companies. Chosen as one of the main attractions, spectators will be able to enjoy the M1 BMW Art Car famously painted by Andy Warhol in 1979. The additions of bright, bold splotches of colour depict the idea of speed, and according to Warhol, are indicative of an accelerating vehicle.

Since 1975, other notable artists have been contributing their work to The Art Car Collection, including David Hockney, Frank Stella and Jeff Koons. Each car represents the art, design and technology of the year it was created and have been housed in several museums such as the Guggenheim and the Louvre, to name a few.

BMW will also pay homage to old Hollywood with a photo gallery done in scintillating burlesque form, complete with gorgeous women posing with an equally stunning 650i Gran Coupe, an idea that originally came to BMW almost two years ago during a visit to a private movie set in Hollywood.

The Most Beautiful Bikes for Spring

Grady Mitchell — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:11:45 +0000

When you think about it, the benefits of cycling over driving are many: It’s better for your health, your wallet, and the environment. If you live in a downtown core, it’s probably faster, too. And it’s the best way to enjoy the fine spring weather that’s at long last here. So why not enliven your weekday commute or venture off this weekend to a new corner of your hometown? From the Tour de France to just around the neighbourhood, here are the best bikes money can buy.

9 Things to Know About the 2014 Aston Martin Rapide S

Brian Makse — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:16:51 +0000

Aston Martin recently introduced a revised four-door, called the Rapide S, for the 2014 model year. Immediately you’ll notice the new looks, but underneath the skin, there is more power produced by its big V12 engine and a high tech suspension that keeps this British sports car glued to the road.

Healthy Tech

Grady Mitchell — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:21:37 +0000

Technology improves our lives in countless ways: we can travel faster and communicate instantly, work better and enjoy our free time more. But technology doesn’t just make our lives easier, it can also make them longer. You’ll never become the Six Million Dollar Man, but with the 16 gadgets in this list you can improve your life and health with a much smaller price tag, and you can do it today. Included in this list are devices to improve your energy, minimize your illnesses, and help you lead a healthier, more fulfilled and productive life.

The Best of the Geneva Motor Show

Matt Bubbers — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:16:34 +0000

The 2013 Geneva Motor Show ushered in a new era of the automobile. The hybrid supercar is here, with unheard-of horsepower figures and looks that could kill – not to mention sky-high price tags. All those who feared the demise of the sports car were wrong. The incredbile new machines on offer from Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, Porsche, Rolls Royce and others made this the most exciting motor show in decades, and we’ve got the full scoop on all of it.

100 Years of Aston Martin

Daniel Drak — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:36:37 +0000

Since 1913, Aston Martin has been making the world’s most beautiful cars. From the iconic DB5 model to the head-turning Vanquish, the company has never been in a better, stronger, or faster place than it is today. Heading into their second century of automotive artistry, we toast the British brand’s 100th birthday with a retrospective on everything from their racing roots to their long-standing relationship with 007, himself.