Monthly Archives: May 2011

A sustainable future for the Automobile in Sunny So Cal

Posted on May 26, 2011 by frazgo

There is much in the way of resources being devoted to making sure the automobile has a sustainable future in Sunny So Cal as the megacity that is Los Angeles continues to grow.  May 25 I got to sit in … Continue reading →

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Fake or real its going viral on YouTube…’nother drifting fail.

Posted on May 24, 2011 by frazgo

Its debatable whether this was a totally impromptu drift set, or a well planned ad for either Carl’s Junior or Monster Drinks.  Both maybe?  Regardless it took place here in sunny So Cal and it does have a surprise ending. … Continue reading →

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First pipeline-fed Hydrogen station opens in Torrance

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Dave

That’s right kiddos. History is being made, again, here in Southern California. Toyota, Air Products and Shell have partnered up to provide the first hydrogen station to be fed directly from an “active industrial hydrogen pipeline.” Now obviously this isn’t … Continue reading →

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File this under big Oops…Rain Train drifting fail.

Posted on May 14, 2011 by frazgo

Silly guys in Torrance were out on the damp streets pulling off, or trying to pull off a “Rain Train” until one knucklehead screwed the pooch and did a 360.  At least no one crashed, nor any innocent drivers on … Continue reading →

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What would you ask Gale Banks if you were to meet him?

Posted on May 9, 2011 by frazgo

Gale Banks is a legendary racing guy and automotive engineer working magic on diesels for the last several decades.  Later this week I’ll be meeting with Gale Banks at his Azusa CA factory and research center.   I have my … Continue reading →

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Dodge Gives Away 4 Disc Fast & Furious Collection For FREE

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Dave

That’s right readers. Dodge will give you, FREE, the 4 disc collection of The Fast & The Furious franchise on DVD. All you have to do is print out this certificate and take it to the dealer. While you’re there, … Continue reading →

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Found on Road Alive: 1951 Ford F-1 Pick ‘em up

Posted on May 4, 2011 by frazgo

This gem belongs to Monrovia artist Rick Kess, my most favorite Martini Artist of all times and owner of Design Krime Studios. The truck is a 1951 Ford F-1 that is a true survivor.  It hasn’t got a ding nor … Continue reading →

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