http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:49:23 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:01:25 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Sound-effect-brothers--Lexus-LFA-and-Mustang-GT?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner The super high-tech, incredibly fast and expensive ($375,000) Lexus LF-A actually has something in common with the $30,000 '10 Ford Mustang GT.   Believe me, they don't share any common components and they are not even remot... performance Car and Driver Ford cars Ask Rob About Cars Toyota Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:01:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Sound-effect-brothers--Lexus-LFA-and-Mustang-GT?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d15-How-quick-and-is-it-stock--Bone-Stock-defined?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner How quick and is it bone stock? That is the question among fans and owners of various cars with lots of debate about who is faster. Top speed is easily measured by magazines and meaningless in terms of acceleration.  Zero to ... drag racing performance Motor Trend Car and Driver racing Corvette Z-06 Pontiac Dodge Chevrolet Ford Viper cars Ask Rob About Cars Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:16:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d15-How-quick-and-is-it-stock--Bone-Stock-defined?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Design-flaw-in-the-new-McLaren-MP412C?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner There is a disturbing trend in the automotive world of eliminating the limited slip differential (LSD).  Manufacturers are promoting alternatives with fancy names, but none of them do what an LSD can do and this can be a seriou... drag racing performance racing Ferrari Corvette Porsche safety Dodge Chevrolet cars Lamborghini Mercedes Ask Rob About Cars Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:50:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Design-flaw-in-the-new-McLaren-MP412C?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d24-08-Toyota-4Runner-Driving-Impression?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Good ground clearance - for curbs and speed bumps!Recently I had the opportunity to drive a 2008 Toyota 4Runner for a few days while my daily driver was being repaired due to running over debris.  While familiar in some respects f... trucks cars Ask Rob About Cars Toyota Sat, 24 Oct 2009 12:46:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d24-08-Toyota-4Runner-Driving-Impression?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d16-170mph-at-dusk--American-LeMans-racing-at-Mazda-Raceway-Laguna-Seca?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Ferrari F430, exotic sights and sounds The second weekend in October saw the American LeMans series racing at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, California. The weekend was packed with racing action highlighted by the title event on Saturd... performance racing GM Ferrari Corvette Porsche Chevrolet Ford Viper cars Ask Rob About Cars Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:23:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d16-170mph-at-dusk--American-LeMans-racing-at-Mazda-Raceway-Laguna-Seca?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d4-High-mileage-tire-report?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner The Tire Rack recently tested six environmentally friendly tires designed for low rolling resistance for higher miles per gallon vs. the original tire equipped on the Toyota Prius.  The results were surprising and quite promising. See the r... performance safety cars Ask Rob About Cars Toyota Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:04:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m10d4-High-mileage-tire-report?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d27-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-9-xx-09---Domestic-Performance-Sedan?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Question: Hey man, I currently have an '05 LS2 GTO (in manual) and next year, I was looking into getting something else frivolous like a Corvette. But recently, I've really started to get tired of sitting in traffic with the GTO's s****y shifter (I h... performance Pontiac Dodge cars Ask Rob About Cars Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:32:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d10-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-9-xx-09---Domestic-Performance-Sedan?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d24-The-Ride-Of-Your-Life-at-Laguna-Seca?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner   Combine the philanthropy and resources of Club Auto Sport with the participation of Hooked On Driving for a Community Appreciation weekend that is free to the public, and it's a great time for everyone.&... pollution emissions performance racing GM Ferrari Corvette Nissan Porsche safety Veyron Ford cars Ask Rob About Cars Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:41:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d24-The-Ride-Of-Your-Life-at-Laguna-Seca?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d23-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-92209?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner  Question:  I loved your article, despite that I fall into the category of the owner of a lifted truck.I am looking into lowering my truck now, and was wondering if you had a price range I would be looking at.  I didn't see any mention... trucks safety cars Ask Rob About Cars Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:45:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d23-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-92209?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d15-The-streetlegal-Formula-1-car-from-Spain?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner The front of this F1 style street carI've never been to Spain, but they tell me it's nice there, and so is a very special car.  I've always liked the song, but I had no idea a supercar hails from Spain until a few days ago.  ... performance cars Ask Rob About Cars Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:50:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d15-The-streetlegal-Formula-1-car-from-Spain?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Safety-Idea-for-Big-Horsepower-Cars?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner  Spinning or spinning out, isn't winning unless crossing the finish line.When driving a car, cold tires can cause serious loss of traction and control. You've seen the races on TV when cars come out of the pits on cold tires and get on the ... performance racing safety cars Ask Rob About Cars Sun, 06 Sep 2009 23:15:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Safety-Idea-for-Big-Horsepower-Cars?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Automotive-Security-Facts?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Cars are usually stolen for their parts.Having been in the automotive security business, for a number of years I learned some interesting facts about keeping a car from being stolen and what the consequences and results can be if it is stol... safety cars Ask Rob About Cars Sat, 05 Sep 2009 01:06:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Automotive-Security-Facts?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d2-What-Traffic-School-should-teach--lessons-for-all-of-us?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Error or equipment failure, most are preventableIn my previous article, I listed some of the absurd aspects of traffic school. In this one I will list some things Traffic School should teach. A perfect opportunity to rant. I encourage readers to add ... HOV lanes carpool lanes pollution safety cars Ask Rob About Cars Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:00:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m9d2-What-Traffic-School-should-teach--lessons-for-all-of-us?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d31-The-Absurdity-of-Traffic-School?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Pay attention and close the gaps.Traffic school has it's purpose, but when the information provided is faulty and the financial profits are from instilling doubt, it becomes absurd.Recently someone I know was ticketed for an illegal left turn. S... carpool lanes safety Ask Rob About Cars Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:28:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d31-The-Absurdity-of-Traffic-School?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Ode-to-the-Suburban?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner A really nice interior with creature comfortsBig and ominous, I denied the cargo and minivans to experience you. You're so long, the number of steps to get around you are twice what I'm used to. Flex fuel and LT are the unfamiliar letters on your bod... GM trucks safety Chevrolet Ask Rob About Cars Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:50:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Ode-to-the-Suburban?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-81809?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Question: I have a 993 turbo-S (1998 model year) and a 996 turbo-S (2005 model year)………..is there any word of a 997 turbo-S being made, or are they going to go right to the 998, starting with the 2010 model year???...and if they ... performance racing Porsche cars Ask Rob About Cars Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:54:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Ask-Rob-About-Cars-81809?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d12-Tips-and-suggestions-for-the-Monterey-and-Pebble-Beach-car-weekend?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Things you've never seen, and never will again.If you’ve wanted to know how to get the most out of the three "main" days during the big Monterey Car Weekend, including the Pebble Beach show, I have some suggestions for you. If you can... cars Ask Rob About Cars Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:41:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d12-Tips-and-suggestions-for-the-Monterey-and-Pebble-Beach-car-weekend?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Got-a-car-question--Introducing-Ask-Rob-About-Cars?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner What is that and what is all that stuff?Got a question about cars you would like answered?  Ask about performance, racing, modifying, shopping, makes, models, events, etc.  Reach me here:  AskRobAboutCars@gmail.com and I... Ask Rob About Cars Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:36:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Got-a-car-question--Introducing-Ask-Rob-About-Cars?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Prediction-for-the-new-Porsche-911-Turbo?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner I500hp and a dual clutch 7 speed transmissionMy prediction is that the new 911 Turbo and it's lap times at the famous Nurburgring will further point that the factory GT-Rs that Nissan used to run sub 7:30 lap times, were in fact "pumped up"... drag racing performance racing Nissan Porsche cars Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:56:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Prediction-for-the-new-Porsche-911-Turbo?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d9-Interview-with-a-race-car-driver?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner Brandon's car usually crosses the line first!Even with great talent, it takes money to get to the professional racing leagues. Champions included. Recently I had the chance to meet a very nice and successful amateur race car driver named Brandon Alec... racing cars Sun, 09 Aug 2009 23:30:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-5826-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner~y2009m8d9-Interview-with-a-race-car-driver?cid=exrss-San-Jose-Autos-Examiner