The Truth About Water-Powered Cars: Mechanic's Diary

2 July 2008, 9:00 pm

It's one thing for a car to run on air, but do the latest claims of hydrogen-turned-oxygen-turned-electricity propulsion hold water-or feed in to the hysteria of the gas crunch? ... read more

10 Fun Convertibles That Won't Pinch at the Pump or the Lot

2 July 2008, 9:00 pm

In no particular order, here's a look at 10 drop-tops that we've had our eye on early this summer. We've included a "fun factor," which is our rather subjective, increasing 1-10 scale for, well, everything we consider a good time on the open road. ... read more

In Gas-to-Hydrogen Switch, Forget Ponies and Embrace Silence

1 July 2008, 9:00 pm

PM's Citizen Fuel Cell feels some serious giddyup from his new hydrogren-powered electric motor. Comparing GM's prototype Chevy Equinox with his parents' Prius and a temporarily parked Jeep Grand Cherokee, his only complaint is some noisy idling (with audio). ... read more

10 Best Car Chases in Movie History: Does Wanted Make the List?

25 June 2008, 9:00 pm

A Dodge Viper spinning at 75 mph, Angelina Jolie clutching to it as she fires large-caliber weapons, the supercar literally driving off the side of an out-of-control bus-is this the stuff of Steve McQueen territory? ... read more

First Adam Carolla Top Gear Q&A: Exclusive Specs on NBC Show

23 June 2008, 9:00 pm

Radio host Adam Carolla is best known as a comedian. But this self-proclaimed car "nerd" has a bigger role this fall as host of NBC's Top Gear, an hour of supercar test drives, ridiculous road trips and death-defying stunts. ... read more

5 New Takes on the Old-School Engine for Super MPGs

22 June 2008, 9:00 pm

While many engineers are focusing their efforts on fuel cells and batteries, some are looking at a more pragmatic solution. Here's why: the trusty internal-combustion engine, a relic from the 19th century, could still be driving vehicles for many decades to come. ... read more

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