While you are sitting there, pretending to work, might as well design your own Porsche. Kinda' fun time-waster.

 http://www.busselecta.com/porsche/index.htm

CAN you make your own car? Guy in England did it... more here.

Now Available for the Newly Refined 2008 Toyota Sequoia...

Uniquely designed for Sequoia, the AMP Research Power Step, a full-length running board that automatically lowers when any door opens, then retracts under the rocker panel when the doors close, is now available for this powerful and roomy eight passenger SUV. A weather-tight motor and drive system does all the work in one smooth operation. Safety features include a 600 lb. weight rating per side, and anti-pinch technology that prevents the step from moving if resistance is encountered while in motion.

The kit includes everything needed for installation, including vehicle specific mounting hardware, detailed instructions, wiring harnesses and an electronic control unit. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty, and made in the USA, the AMP Research Power Step is nationally distributed by Bestop.

www.amp-research.com

Stacey David, host of Stacey David’s GearZ^™ airing on the Speed Channel on Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. CST, was a huge draw for last weekend’s Nashville International Auto Show. Held at the Nashville Convention Center, and produced by Motor Trend Auto Shows, Inc., the show featured hundreds of 2008 model vehicles, pre-production models, concept cars, exotics and more.

The GearZ booth, which featured Stacey’s custom built 1967 Chevy C10 fleetside truck known as the Copperhead in part for its unique one-of-a-kind color, was a constant hive of activity where attendees watched show episodes while waiting in line.

www.gearztv.com

2008 World Car Design - Audi R8
2008 World Performance Car of the Year - Audi R8
2008 World Green Car of the Year - BMW 118d

Full news story here at gizmag... 

Here's a little tidbit that does not bode well for California car owners... "California State Senator Dean Florez has proposed a new bill that, if passed, will repeal the emissions exemption on pre-1976 cars in eight California counties. This means your classic car would have to pass California’s emissions test for the life of the vehicle."

Found that over at Japanese Nostalgic Car...

 Cherry Bomb is proud to be the Grand Finale sponsor for the second consecutive year.  In recognition of Cherry Bomb’s  40^th anniversary they are giving away this year at the finale one complete custom designed Cherry Bomb system, tuned and dyno tested to the winner’s  specs.  The winner will also be treated to a tour of the Cherry Bomb manufacturing plant in Loudon, TN and dinner with the owners of Cherry Bomb, Ken and Paul Banks.  The Disturbing the Peace Calendar contest last year was such a success, Cherry Bomb has brought it back by popular demand.  Throughout the tour, Cherry Bomb will again be looking for the coolest rides to feature in their 2009 Disturbing the Peace Calendar.   www.cherrybomb.com
 

PHOTOGRAPHY: MIKE BURROUGHS 

A little trip through Atlanta this weekend found some folks gathering around, doing what guys do... showin' off the cars.