2012 Fiat 500 Abarth vs. 2012 Mini John Cooper – CAR and DRIVER

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth vs. 2012 Mini John Cooper - CAR and DRIVER

Is the new turbocharged 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth more fun and better to drive than the 2012 Mini John Cooper Works? Which of these cars can conquer the city streets of San Francisco? We find out when we pit these two hot-hatches against one another in the latest comparison test on Car and Driver: Tested. Read the complete article: bit.ly Name That Exhaust Note, Episode 127: 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth: bit.ly CARS: Fiat 500 Abarth, Mini John Cooper Works LOCATION: San Francisco, CA MAG EDITORS: Aaron Robinson, KC Colwell Subscribe! bit.ly Twitter: bit.ly Facebook: on.fb.me Hosted by the editors of Car and Driver magazine, this show puts the audience into the action on new-car reviews, comparison tests, auto-show coverage, and more. Our experts drive and test the latest models, attend automotive events around the world, and check out the latest in-vehicle technology like massaging seats and night-vision systems. Viewers will also have the opportunity to write in and extend the conversation. Each week, the Car and Driver YouTube Channel will launch episodes of The Full Hoon, Driver Rehab, Battle of the Beaters, Car and Driver: Tested, Popular Mechanics Saturday Mechanic, and Road & Track Presents.
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Amateur Racing – Mazda2, Kia RIo, Mini Cooper & Honda Racing – CAR and DRIVER

Affordable racing. Is it worth it? Which of these affordable racers are the most fun? A new class of “B-spec” racecars is poised to make entry-level racing affordable for everyone. We’ll test drive the Mazda2, Kia Rio, Mini Cooper, at Honda Fit at one of the top tracks in the country: Laguna Seca to discover which is the most fun to drive and makes it quickest to the winner’s circle. CARS: Mazda2/Kia Rio/Mini Cooper/Honda Fit LOCATION: Monterey CA MAG EDITORS: Don Sherman, Tony Quiroga, KC Cowell, Mike Sutton Subscribe! bit.ly Twitter: bit.ly Facebook: on.fb.me Read the complete article at: bit.ly Hosted by the editors of Car and Driver magazine, this show puts the audience into the action on new-car reviews, comparison tests, auto-show coverage, and more. Our experts drive and test the latest models, attend automotive events around the world, and check out the latest in-vehicle technology like massaging seats and night-vision systems. Viewers will also have the opportunity to write in and extend the conversation. Each week, the Car and Driver YouTube Channel will launch episodes of The Full Hoon, Driver Rehab, Battle of the Beaters, Car and Driver: Tested, Popular Mechanics Saturday Mechanic, and Road & Track Presents.
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iPad Mini Predictions, Nissan Revives the Datsun

On today’s Brief we make our iPad Mini predictions, welcome back the Datsun and wonder what’s making thousands of German schoolkids sick… First up, now that the iPhone 5 has revolutionized the way you plug in your phone, it’s time to start looking ahead towards other devices that will use the lightning connector. Of course, we’re talking about the iPad mini. Widespread rumors are suggesting that the pared down tablet will feature a 7.85 inch display running the same resolution as the iPad 2, 4G LTE capabilities and a price point of 9. Finally, an Apple product I can almost afford! Insiders are also speculating that the newest iPad will be announced at an event on Oct. 17 with sales expecting to start in November. Are you guys down for a mini iPad? Let your fingers do the talking. www.gizmag.com Next up, after 31 of keeping it off its roster, Nissan’s aiming to bring back the Datsun. And getting one will cost you…wait for it…00. I know. First an affordable Apple product and now this! Nissan’s hoping that the new super bare-boned model Datsun will help it get a nice big piece of those emerging markets known as India and China. We have to admit, we’re not crazy about the idea of introducing a fleet low-cost cars into countries plagued with pollution, and since no car manufacturers have yet found a way to make a profit in these emerging markets, maybe Nissan should be working on I don’t know, a public transit infrastructure or affordable electric motorcycles. If

Driving Sports TV – Rough-Roading the 2011 MINI Countryman S

Aaron Bartel takes the newest and largest MINI on rugged forest roads at the Dirtfish Rally School’s back-lot. How well does the FWD MINI Countryman Cooper S handle the mud and rocks?
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Episode #23 – Introducing the Zenkai Time Attack team and hired hotfoot Thomas Smith. Plus, a review of the 2010 Suzuki SX4 Sportback: Time, it seems, has not cast favor on this little car.

This Week in Cars – BMW 1 Series M Coupe, Chevy Silverado, Mini Countryman, and guest Karan Singh from StreetFire.net

This Week in Cars - BMW 1 Series M Coupe, Chevy Silverado, Mini Countryman, and guest Karan Singh from StreetFire.net

This week host JRR and Crystal Stranger have special guest Karan Singh from StreetFire.net. They discuss the latest car news including the reveal of the BMW 1 Series M Coupe, Chevy Silverado gest Motor Trend Truck of the Year, and New York’s new Crash Tax. Plus they look at some new racing vehicles like the Mini Countryman and in the “Strap In” segment the y look at the evolution of the car key and where its future leads. In “Junk in the Trunk” they look at the difference between summer and winter tires, the EPA’s list of compact cars including Bentleys, and we give away a Lotus model! For more information, show notes, and schedules visit www.thisweekin.com.
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This is part 3 of the visit to Small Wonders Micro/ Mini Car Museum

This is part 3 of the visit to Small Wonders Micro/ Mini Car Museum

Ken Weger talks about the Raleigh Super Safety 7, The Citroen 2CV and the 1951 Crosley Super Sport at his Small Wonders Micro/ Minicar Museum 16Dec2010, I was just browsing through a copy of Classic & Sports Car from Sept 1999 and there on page 23 is a story about Ken Weger and a 1952 Crosley SS, this very car.
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2012 Toy Story 3 HOT WHEELS Haul video & mini visual review from Kmart (August 2, 2012)

2012 Toy Story 3 HOT WHEELS Haul video & mini visual review from Kmart (August 2, 2012)

check out these new (maybe not so new but new to me) Toy Story licensed Hot Wheels cars… i REALLY LOVE the unique castings for each movie character. GREAT JOB on these…especially like the Zurg GT… LET ME KNOW YOU’RE THOUGHTS….and thanks for watching!
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A look at some fun cars.
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