http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:45:00 -0700 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:36:18 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Photobucket-provides-fun-and-easy-editing-features-for-all-your-favorite-car-photos?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner This Willys gasser picture was shot this summer.  Photobucket allows you to age new photos with the click of a mouse.Ain't technology great?  I used to take all my car photos with a Polaroid Sun camera.  They were not good pictures, bu... Car ramblings Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:36:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Photobucket-provides-fun-and-easy-editing-features-for-all-your-favorite-car-photos?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Johnson-wins-an-amazing-fourth-NASCAR-championship-inarow--Some-thoughts?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Hendrick Motorsports teammates look on as Jimmie Johnson hoists the Sprint Cup trophy for the fourth consecutive season. (Photo Credit: Rusty Jarrett/Getty Images for NASCAR)  We all knew it was going to happen.  Jimmie Johnson took ho... Motorsports Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:02:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Johnson-wins-an-amazing-fourth-NASCAR-championship-inarow--Some-thoughts?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Chrysler-concept-Idea-Cars-shwed-the-best-of-Chrysler-designers-Ghia-and-Virgil-Exner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Chrysler displayed several of their concepts during a gala at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum.  Chrysler Photo.Concept cars have always been a big part of the auto industry.  Whether they foreshadow an upcoming model, highlight various ideas ... The history of the automobile Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:47:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d19-Chrysler-concept-Idea-Cars-shwed-the-best-of-Chrysler-designers-Ghia-and-Virgil-Exner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d17-As-Thanksgiving-approaches-lets-look-at-the-Mayflower-And-the-Pilgrims-Oh-and-Plymouth-cars?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner The Mayflower inspired the Plymouth logoThanksgiving is coming, and there is a classification for Thanksgiving stories here on the Examiner.  Unfortunately, there weren’t any cars during the days of the Pilgrims, but they did have an influ... The history of the automobile Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:31:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d17-As-Thanksgiving-approaches-lets-look-at-the-Mayflower-And-the-Pilgrims-Oh-and-Plymouth-cars?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Ford-concept-cars-of-the-1950s60s-foreshadowed-a-George-Jetsonlike-spaceaged-world?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner A man tests out a levitating Ford at the 1959 Rotunda.  Photo: Ford MediaCompared to archrival General Motors, Ford got a late start on their full-fledged styling studio efforts.  But throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, Ford designed conce... The history of the automobile Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:08:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Ford-concept-cars-of-the-1950s60s-foreshadowed-a-George-Jetsonlike-spaceaged-world?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Missouri-native-Carl-Edwards-wins-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series-Able-Body-Labor-200-at-Phoenix?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Edwards takes the checkered flag at Phoenix.  Photo: Christian Peterson/Getty ImagesColumbia, Mo., native Carl Edwards probably isn't going to win the 2009 Nationwide Series championship, but Saturday's performance at Phoenix International Racew... Motorsports Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:19:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Missouri-native-Carl-Edwards-wins-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series-Able-Body-Labor-200-at-Phoenix?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d13-125thscale-Ertl-diecast-toy-cars-from-the-80s-were-welldetailed-and-built-to-last?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Ertl diecast cars were like models that a kid could smash into a dresser and not destroy.  Author photo.It seems like whenever someone mentions Ertl toys, they are either talking about miniature die cast farm equipment, or the more recent, highl... Toy and Model Cars Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:34:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d13-125thscale-Ertl-diecast-toy-cars-from-the-80s-were-welldetailed-and-built-to-last?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d10-General-Motors-concept-cars-were-produced-when-anything-was-possible-Motorama-Parade-of-Progress?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner The 1955 GM Motorama featured a variety of production and concept cars.  Photo: GM MediaThere was a time when families gathered in wild anticipation of the latest offerings from Detroit.  Cars were more than just a means to get from point A... The history of the automobile Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:17:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d10-General-Motors-concept-cars-were-produced-when-anything-was-possible-Motorama-Parade-of-Progress?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Stolen-Volkswagen-Bus-found-35-years-later-and-a-history-on-the-VW-Bus?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner 1965 VW Bus.  Photo: Volkswagen MediaImagine having your vehicle stolen, and then that vehicle turning up in pristine, restored condition 35 years later.That’s exactly what happened to a 1965 Volkswagen Bus that was stolen from Joseph Baue... Car ramblings Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:30:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Stolen-Volkswagen-Bus-found-35-years-later-and-a-history-on-the-VW-Bus?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Vintage-124thscale-Monogram-stock-car-model-kits-are-a-fun-collectable-for-NASCAR-fans?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Hey--how'd T.J. Hooker get in there?  Author photoIt seems like NASCAR diecast models are everywhere today.  You can get a nicely finished version of pretty much every car out there, and usually every special paint scheme.  There are s... Toy and Model Cars Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:12:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Vintage-124thscale-Monogram-stock-car-model-kits-are-a-fun-collectable-for-NASCAR-fans?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Mercury-Cougars-on-the-prowl?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner This is not what people are talking about when they mention the word "cougar" these days.Lately, the definition of the word “cougar” has nothing to do with Mercury’s luxury pony car.  In fact, it doesn’t even re... Car ramblings Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:44:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Mercury-Cougars-on-the-prowl?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d2-The-Cadillac-crest-has-been-the-symbol-of-the-Standard-of-the-World-throughout-history?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner The Cadillac crest has been featured on Cadillacs for more than 100-years.  Photo: GM MediaOne of the most recognizable automotive logos is the famous Cadillac wreath and crest.  Over the years, it has gone through many iterations, but it h... The history of the automobile Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:12:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d2-The-Cadillac-crest-has-been-the-symbol-of-the-Standard-of-the-World-throughout-history?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Joplin-Mo-driver-Jamie-McMurray-survives-crashes-to-win-Sprint-Cup-race-at-Talladega?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Missouri driver Jamie McMurray wins at Talladega.  Photo: Todd Warshaw/Getty Images for NASCARJoplin, Mo., native Jamie McMurray won the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series AMP Energy 500 Sunday at the Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala.  McMur... Motorsports Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:25:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Joplin-Mo-driver-Jamie-McMurray-survives-crashes-to-win-Sprint-Cup-race-at-Talladega?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Today-is-the-golden-age-of-the-Pony-Car--Dodge-Challenger-Ford-Mustang-Chevrolet-Camaro?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner 2010 Ford Mustang.  Photo: Ford MediaIf you just listen to the news, you may think that every car available for sale today is some kind of hybrid or econo-box.  If you are a traditional auto enthusiast, the fun is over.  This ain&rsquo... Car reviews and features Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:30:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Today-is-the-golden-age-of-the-Pony-Car--Dodge-Challenger-Ford-Mustang-Chevrolet-Camaro?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Trunk-or-Treat-brings-out-the-Halloween-spirit-in-the-Northland-including-a-truck-in-a-costume?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner "Dad gum!"  Author photo.Halloween brings out all kinds of crazy homemade costumes—and sometimes they aren’t even on people!  Take last Saturday night during the “Trunk or Treat” event at St. Therese church... Car Shows and Events Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:18:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Trunk-or-Treat-brings-out-the-Halloween-spirit-in-the-Northland-including-a-truck-in-a-costume?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d26-The-Corvettes-of-Kansas-City--Chevrolet-Corvettes-from-car-shows-and-events-all-over-town?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner The Kansas City Automotive Examiner was able to drive this new Z06 earlier this year.During the course of the year, the Kansas City Automotive Examiner has taken you to car shows and events all over Kansas City.  And at many of these events, we ... Car Shows and Events Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:16:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d26-The-Corvettes-of-Kansas-City--Chevrolet-Corvettes-from-car-shows-and-events-all-over-town?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d23-What-is-going-on-with-the-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner I know what you were hoping.  “Finally, Craig has given up on his feeble attempt at writing these goofy damn car stories.  I can finally stop checking this page, and I only did it in the first place because he can see if people click ... Car ramblings Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:09:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d23-What-is-going-on-with-the-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Turner-Days-Car-Show-brings-some-special-classic-cars-to-the-Southern-Kansas-City-Kan-area?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Rare 1956 Corvette was just one of many great cars at the 2009 Turner Days Car Show.  Author photo.For 25 years, Turner Days has been a must-attend event in the Kansas City, Kan., area, and this weekend brought in more of the same with a parade,... Car Shows and Events Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:51:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Turner-Days-Car-Show-brings-some-special-classic-cars-to-the-Southern-Kansas-City-Kan-area?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d14-HOSSfest-brings-some-of-the-cleanest-Impala-SS-and-other-fast-Chevys-for-show-and-go?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner Some serious Impalas showed up for the 2009 HOSSfest at the Texas Motor Speedway.  Photo: Bill DeBlasioChevrolet is discontinuing the Impala SS after the 2009 model year.  Yet, that storied nameplate was alive and well last weekend during H... Car Shows and Events Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:11:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d14-HOSSfest-brings-some-of-the-cleanest-Impala-SS-and-other-fast-Chevys-for-show-and-go?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Inaugural-class-of-NASCAR-Hall-of-Fame-announced-Earnhardt-Petty-Johnson-and-the-Frances-honored?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner  Today was a pretty big day in the world of NASCAR, because the inaugural class of the new NASCAR Hall of Fame was announced in Charlotte, N.C.  Those first inductees will be Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, Junior Johnson, Bill France, and B... Motorsports Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:44:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10974-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Inaugural-class-of-NASCAR-Hall-of-Fame-announced-Earnhardt-Petty-Johnson-and-the-Frances-honored?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Automotive-Examiner