The European admirers of legendary mark Hummer pine in an exit anticipation on the market of the exclusive version of model H3. (more…)

ZDNet reports that a biodiesel conversion specialist, Jonathan Goodwin, has retrofitted a Hummer to run on ethanol, hydrogen, biodiesel or natural gas. The car gets the equivalent to 40 miles per gallon. Goodwin's company is an alternative energy start-up, SAE Energy. The company is filling an unlikely niche in the clean tech market: making muscle cars green. He's already converted about 60 H2 Hummers from gas to diesel and about 100 H1 hummers, including a Hummer that can burn the whole menu of clean fuels.

A gas-to-diesel conversion boosts a Hummer's mileage from about 10 miles a gallon to between 22 and 24 miles a gallon. Additionally, the horsepower jumps from about 325 in the regular Hummer to 650, giving the car more power.

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There have been rumors circling the interweb for some time regarding Nissan’s plans to bring back the much loved, much missed Silvia/240sx. There seems to be some some evidence to support these rumors too! Now, a website known as Rocket Punch Auto Blog claims to be in the know. Rocket Punch is saying that a new Silvia has gotten the green light by Nissan execs, and will make production by 2010 with a price point between ¥2,000,000 and 2,500,000 (Which roughly equates to $18,435 and 23,044 USD).

This is good news. A rear wheel drive, performance oriented yet low cost sports car is exactly what the market is missing. The word on the street as for the Silvia and 240sx is that it will be based on a shortened 350z platform, likely powered by a Renault engine.

Oh, it should be noted that the above images are just artist renderings, and not officially sourced by Nissan.

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[Source: Autoblog]

If you love old cars, you aren?t the only one.  There are antique shows all over the country that have vintage cars on display.  Crowds flock to admire these cars, and owners take great pride in displaying them.

Many vintage owners have restored their cars piece-by-piece.  Owners haven?t just rebuilt these cars; they have restored them to their original state.

The difference between rebuilding and restoring is simple.  Rebuilt cars have new parts in them, where, restored cars have authentic parts.

The restoration process includes the car body, as well as mechanical components.  For a true restoration to take place the parts must be from the original make and year of the car.

The vehicle?s interior is also included in the restoration.  If possible, upholstery should be repaired.  It can be virtually impossible to find the authentic upholstery for a vehicle, but it is necessary to get as close as possible.

It?s a labor of love to restore a car, but worth it.  There is nothing more satisfying than turning a clunker into a classic car.  As with any car, make sure you have an auto warranty to protect yourself.

Question of the Day: Which Dead Marque Deserves New Life?

Mercury.

Mazda declared the premier of its new concept at Moscow International Auto Salon in August ? the Kazamai Concept.

The Kazamai concept is compact, sporty crossover features the 5-point grille, highlighted front wheel arches and smooth roof line.

The car has 22″ wheels. The car is particularly built for Moscow International Automobile Salon.

Before you nay-sayers, uh, nay say on the whole idea of running the A/C via solar panels (i.e. what if it's hot and cloudy?), we say, "Rock on, Toyota!"

Great ideas often start small and this is the kind of movement forward we need. Yes, it's a start. Now let's see GM one-up Toyota.

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MINI Cooper GP presentation along with the RC car. Interesting video, please have a look at it.