This past week has obviously been marred by tragedy and chaos, causing us to ponder the significance of a modest automotive news outlet like ourselves. But the world continues to spin, and we’re all just a community of individuals, whose lives, careers, and choices somehow all effect one another in some form. We press on, trying to do the best at what we know how to do. In the case of BoldRide, that means bringing you the best automotive news coverage that we can. Here are the top automotive stories this past week from BoldRide:
Well folks, its that time of year- when the auto shows come to a close and were left scrambling for new cars debuts throughout the summer. It’s like when the playoffs for hockey and basketball are over, and you are left with meaningless baseball games to watch until football seasons start. Doldrums, man. Let me tell you. Anyways, that means we can turn our attention away from the unveiling of the next Japanese full-size crossover, and towards fun motorsport car-culture stories! So kick back, take a nice long sip from that no-whip soy mocha latte, and prepare to get a weeks worth of auto news blasted all in your general direction!
Given the post-9/11 paranoia that has become a staple of our lives, it’s safe to say the President has some of the best security measures available. His ride certainly reflects that mentality. Upon the inauguration of Barack Obama in 2009, the White House garage received a new presidential limo that offered unprecedented levels of protection. Dubbed the “Beast”, this car is the pride of the Secret Service.
So you’ve got a hot date tonight, but some important decisions have to be made first. What will you wear? What cologne will you dazzle her with? How will you do your hair; the “Saturday Night Fever” slick-back or the “Twilight” full, messy frontal? All of these are serious dilemmas, but perhaps the single most vital decision is what you are driving. A lot can be said of a man by his choice of ride and it’s important that on your first date, you send the right message. So here’s a list of our definitive Top 5 first date cars.
What a week, people. As you can see, we’ve stepped our game up and started going whole-hog on news coverage. Frankly, I feel like J.Jonah Jameson at the Daily Bugle, but we’re not after candid photos of Spider-Man. No, were trying to track down the biggest stories of the week. Here is a roundup of what you may have missed:
We backed up and grabbed some stuff you may have missed this past week. You’re welcome.
- The new 2013 SRT Viper gets some Shelby stripes; the snake wears the double stripe pattern for the first time. (via Washington Post)
- Nothing has been confirmed, but if the Urus does go into production, it will be the most affordable Lamborghini at just over $200K. (via Car Magazine)
- BMW’s i8 Spyder was crowned 2012 Concept Vehicle of the Year; let’s hope that means we can see something similar on the road soon. (via BMW)
- Audi’s new Mileage Tracker App accurately calculates business expenses incurred while traveling. Easier yes, but no more fudging on your expense report. (via Business Green)
- Errrr hold up, the John Cooper Works Mini Coupe GP got the red light and will be axed after all. Dammit. (via EGM Car Tech).
- A Mercedes spokesman stated that the CLS Shooting Brake won’t be offered in the States…no surprise here, as the U.S. continues to have an aversion to wagons. (via Auto News)
- Lastly, we check out how our favorite models drop their tops. (via BoldRide)
For the week of July 9th, one of the most popular cars on BoldRide was this 1928 Cadillac Al Capone Town Sedan. Our top 5 reasons we think it’s getting lots of love:
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