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November 6, 2009
Say what you will about the bailouts, but it's clear GM really is at a turning point. Would have been a bummer if they'd died last winter.
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- Karl Brauer November 6, 2009, 9:36 AM
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Driving 2010 GMC Terrain. Really liked the Equinox I drove a few weeks ago (despite a couple pre-prod glitches). Like this one even more...
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- Karl Brauer November 6, 2009, 9:32 AM
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November 5, 2009
2010 Honda CR-V: Good News-More Power. Bad News-Still Not Enough. 0-to-60 in 10 seconds and no low-end torque. Even MPG isn't that great: 24
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- Karl Brauer November 5, 2009, 11:41 AM
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November 4, 2009
Home in the 2010 Honda CR-V. It sports 10 additional horsepower this year people, so that V6 RAV4 better... Ah, the RAV will still stomp it.
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- Karl Brauer November 4, 2009, 4:46 PM
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Marchionne says Chrysler better off than most people think. So listen up everyone: ADJUST YOUR THINKING!
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- Karl Brauer November 4, 2009, 12:37 PM
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November 3, 2009
Forced into the 2010 Mustang GT for a second night in a row? oh darn...
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- Karl Brauer November 3, 2009, 4:25 PM
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About as foggy as it gets on PCH this morning. Mustang's foglights in full blaze.
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- Karl Brauer November 3, 2009, 7:48 AM
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November 2, 2009
Driving 2010 Mustang GT home. Ford really finished this car off with the latest updates. Interior, exterior, exhaust note, steering. Love it
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- Karl Brauer November 2, 2009, 7:57 PM
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Fishing boats and the Ford Flex. You can probably guess which one I'm driving. Big fleet off coast north of Malibu.
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- Karl Brauer November 2, 2009, 8:28 AM
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October 31, 2009
Getting close to time-travel time for us West Coasters. If I had a DeLorean I would take it out and go 88 mph at exactly 2 am.
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- Karl Brauer October 31, 2009, 11:31 PM
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All five motorcycles started and ran great. The newest is a 20-year-old Honda, and the rest are OLDER Brit Bikes.
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- Karl Brauer October 31, 2009, 1:14 PM
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Motorcycle(s) riding day. They've sat too long and that's not good for any of them. First up: Honda RC30
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- Karl Brauer October 31, 2009, 10:24 AM
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October 30, 2009
Ford GT Friday! Been waaay too long (at least 6 weeks I'd guess). But there's that whole absence/heart thing.
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- Karl Brauer October 30, 2009, 8:03 AM
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October 29, 2009
Honda Crosstour beach photos just taken. Looks pretty traditional up
front. Less so in
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- Karl Brauer October 29, 2009, 8:50 AM
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October 28, 2009
Driving Honda Crosstour home, but it's supposed to be a secret so SSHHH! No driving impressions allowed until next week anyway. Sorry.
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- Karl Brauer October 28, 2009, 5:57 PM
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Acura just announced TSX Sportwagen for fall 2011. Big SUVs in decline but U.S. market has never been wagon friendly. Don't see this working
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- Karl Brauer October 28, 2009, 11:16 AM
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October 27, 2009
Driving Kia Forte home-Everything from interior design to power to ride quality to iPod integration is well executed. Another impressive Kia
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- Karl Brauer October 27, 2009, 6:42 PM
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Just saw a yellow Porsche 912. Looked clean and all original. Are those things actually worth money these days? If "yes" -- why?
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- Karl Brauer October 27, 2009, 9:03 AM
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October 26, 2009
Just heard Mad Max 4 is in the works (thanks @jalopnik). Franchise had massive potential...but blew it with Thunderdome. This can't end well
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- Karl Brauer October 26, 2009, 7:53 AM
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October 23, 2009
Either way, if you're southbound on PCH in Malibu, just south of pier, stay out of the right lane. Pothole prefectly lined up to shred tires
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- Karl Brauer October 23, 2009, 3:21 PM
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BMW 750i tire fixed! Not sure if the pothole would have killed an otherwise perfect tire or if the existing nail/low pressure contributed.
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- Karl Brauer October 23, 2009, 3:19 PM
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When good tires go bad. The initial nail just caused a slow leak, but the pothole 20 minutes later ripped it good.
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- Karl Brauer October 23, 2009, 9:23 AM
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Road debris plus BIG pothole=dead front tire. At least it's a runflat on BMW 750i. Limping down PCH with hazards on
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- Karl Brauer October 23, 2009, 8:34 AM
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October 22, 2009
Still thinking of stealing the seats from long-term BMW 750 for my home theatre. Maybe I'll say they were stolen by Pacific Coast Highwaymen
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- Karl Brauer October 22, 2009, 5:29 PM
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October 21, 2009
For those wondering which is faster in real-world conditons: new BMW M3 or new Audi S4? It's the M3. Did I mention I'm driving LT M3 home?
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- Karl Brauer October 21, 2009, 5:55 PM
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My take on Lexus LFA: Too long in coming, too expensive, too ugly. Unless it drives like God's personal chariot it's headed for an epic fail
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- Karl Brauer October 21, 2009, 1:28 PM
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October 20, 2009
Driving Ford Taurus SHO home. Like the interior/exterior design and it's definitely quick. But this car is BIG, hurting it's "driver" status
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- Karl Brauer October 20, 2009, 6:09 PM
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Made it home and back in Mini E...but I wouldn't have if I didn't plug it in when I got home. At 47% battery last night, 80% this morning.
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- Karl Brauer October 20, 2009, 10:43 AM
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October 19, 2009
Finally leaving work. That Mini E better be fully charged down there. I don't feel like waiting another 3 hours to go home...
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- Karl Brauer October 19, 2009, 7:41 PM
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Our long-term Mini E has a real-world range limit of 100 miles. My commute is exactly 50 miles each way. This will be interesting...
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- Karl Brauer October 19, 2009, 5:28 PM
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Driving my '70 GTX into work. Just got Air Grabber working perfectly yesterday. Possibly coolest muscle car era toy
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- Karl Brauer October 19, 2009, 9:22 AM
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October 17, 2009
"What will it take to get you in this car today?" At Mopar show trying to sell '70 Plymouth GTX. Such a deal @ $24k
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- Karl Brauer October 17, 2009, 9:54 AM
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October 15, 2009
Driving new Cadillac CTS wagon home. Hugely attractive vehicle with all the inherent goodness of the sedan. Like it
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- Karl Brauer October 15, 2009, 6:22 PM
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Fiesta's engine, steering and overall demeanor feels lighter and more responsive, though Golf does feel roomier inside, with better seats.
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- Karl Brauer October 15, 2009, 9:56 AM
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Just drove Ford Fiesta. This car is GOOD! After driving new VW Golf last week I think I like the Ford better.
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- Karl Brauer October 15, 2009, 9:54 AM
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October 14, 2009
Nice of Mother Nature to provide the perfect driving conditions for the new 2010 Subaru Legacy 3.6R. Car ruled the roads driving in today.
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- Karl Brauer October 14, 2009, 10:44 AM
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October 13, 2009
Uh-oh, raining in LA. Wish I had all-weather car to drive home. Guess I'll just take my chances in this 2010 Subaru Legacy 3.6R Limited. :)
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- Karl Brauer October 13, 2009, 5:33 PM
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Ugh, hamstrings still aching. I guess that's what I get for spending the weekend leaning over a 440 engine compartment. Damn leaky fuel pump
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- Karl Brauer October 13, 2009, 5:29 PM
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October 12, 2009
That was a relatively productive 3-day weekend. Recovered (mostly) from German jetlag, replaced Challenger fuel pump, got GTX ready to sell.
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- Karl Brauer October 12, 2009, 6:57 PM
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October 10, 2009
Coolest sight in Germany? Bugatti Veryron (white) that blasted past me doing over 160 mph. It was making a lot of noise and disappeared fast
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- Karl Brauer October 10, 2009, 10:26 PM
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'70 Dodge Challenger R/T fuel pump isn't going to change itself (tried leaving new pump next to car with no success). Time to smell like gas
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- Karl Brauer October 10, 2009, 10:02 AM
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October 9, 2009
Problem with going to Germany for a week? You get used to freeways that actually work, making the return to the 405 in West LA really blow.
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- Karl Brauer October 9, 2009, 1:41 PM
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October 8, 2009
Just walked through Frauenkirche church in the center of Dresden. Started rebuilding it 1993 and it took 13 years.
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- Karl Brauer October 8, 2009, 4:54 AM
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At VW Phaeton factory in Dresden watching...very little activity on the assembly line. Car returns to U.S. in 2011?
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- Karl Brauer October 8, 2009, 3:45 AM
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October 7, 2009
I text messaged a photo with my iPhone because...YOU CAN IN EUROPE. Tempted to try tethering my laptop while here. AT&T in U.S. is so lame.
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- Karl Brauer October 7, 2009, 10:26 PM
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Just finished VW dinner at Wolfsburg Castle. Driving to Berlin in new Golf tomorrow. Also, iPhone now works (yay!).
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- Karl Brauer October 7, 2009, 1:28 PM
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October 6, 2009
Stupid iPhone won't work with stupid European cell system, even though it's supposed to and the other U.S. iPhones on this trip do. Stupid!
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- Karl Brauer October 6, 2009, 1:01 PM
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In Wolfsburg next to the VW AutoStadt musuem (in the Ritz-Calton) trying to stay awake for dinner in 2 hours. Travel=no sleep for 24 hours.
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- Karl Brauer October 6, 2009, 7:51 AM
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October 5, 2009
Being reminded of the varying definitions of "personal space" across different cultures as I try to board Frankfurt flight...
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- Karl Brauer October 5, 2009, 2:37 PM
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Sitting at gate at LAX waiting to board flight to Frankfurt. It's a 747 and I've got a Business Class ticket. Come on, second-floor seating!
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- Karl Brauer October 5, 2009, 2:09 PM
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After 3 days and 300 miles in the Buick LaCrosse I'm convinced GM is serious about improving its product, but it still has some work to do.
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- Karl Brauer October 5, 2009, 1:59 PM
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October 4, 2009
Spent much of the weekend prepping for a trip to Germany to drive the new Volkswagen Golf. Oktoberfest -- here I come!
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- Karl Brauer October 4, 2009, 10:48 PM
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October 2, 2009
The all-new 2010 Buick LaCrosse shows promise in many areas. If only it didn't keep trapping me inside with a malfunctioning door release...
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- Karl Brauer October 2, 2009, 8:02 PM
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October 1, 2009
Rockslide PCH near Pt. Magu-in middle of Marmaduke movie shoot. Wonder how they train for this at police academy...
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 5:57 PM
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Driving Buick LaCrosse home tonight. First seat time in this all-new car, but I've heard good things. It made the 2010 NACTOY short list.
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 4:21 PM
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Sorry, Kia's 24% increase is from September 2008 to September 2009, not year-to-date...but every other carmaker still hates them.
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 2:51 PM
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Beating Subaru in year-to-date sales numbers is Kia, up by 24%! And yes, every other carmaker hates these guys right now.
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 2:46 PM
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Subaru's year-to-date sales are up 10%. That sort of gain in this automotive market is nothing short of astonishing. Congratulations guys!
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 2:43 PM
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Can I file Nissan Cube's shag carpet dash panel under "So stupid it's cool" status? Only attached by Velcro if not.
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 11:37 AM
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Drove Nissan Cube last night. Peppy power and solid overall driving dynamics. Cabin feels a little narrow, but not terrible. Good visibility
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- Karl Brauer October 1, 2009, 11:34 AM
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September 30, 2009
Did ABC News interview relating to Saturn's impending death and what led to it. See it tonight (too late for east coast -- again -- sorry).
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- Karl Brauer September 30, 2009, 4:13 PM
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Between Penske bailing on Saturn, and the latest reports on Hummer's dying deal in China, it seems GM's orphaned brands are just go to die.
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- Karl Brauer September 30, 2009, 3:37 PM
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Excellent iPod/iPhone interface in this Lexus HS 250h. Got that RAND (aka Shuffle) button right on the main landing page-hate having to dig
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- Karl Brauer September 30, 2009, 9:15 AM
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September 29, 2009
Props to Lexus for trying to create steering feel on the HS 250h. Unfortunately, no props for succeeding-too heavy.
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- Karl Brauer September 29, 2009, 6:41 PM
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Okay, I admit it, I'm into this Lexus HS 250h more than I expected. Like the "mouse-like" display interface.
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- Karl Brauer September 29, 2009, 6:27 PM
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Thanks everyone who gave feedback on deserving 2010 models for Edmunds Top Recommended. Your picks closely aligned with ours. Astute peeps!
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- Karl Brauer September 29, 2009, 6:24 PM
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Heading home in the Lexus HS 250h. Another car on the list of candidates for 2010 North American Car of the Year. Lots to think about...
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- Karl Brauer September 29, 2009, 5:10 PM
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The Edmunds editorial team is currently picking the Top Recommended vehicles for 2010. Anyone want to give a shoutout for a specific car?
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- Karl Brauer September 29, 2009, 10:23 AM
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September 28, 2009
Okay, just finished Mulholland in the X6 M and it does indeed feel a cut above X5 M in terms of handling.
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- Karl Brauer September 28, 2009, 6:43 PM
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Driving 2010 BMW X6 M home. Feels a lot like the X5 M I was driving last week (surprise!) but with less space and bad visibility.
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- Karl Brauer September 28, 2009, 6:12 PM
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Looks like I successfully fixed a 15-year transmission leak in my Plymouth GTX. How? Removed the (unnecessary) speedo cable extension. Ugh
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- Karl Brauer September 28, 2009, 1:16 PM
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September 25, 2009
Su-WEET! Made it home without the '70 Challenger R/T bursting into flames from the fuel leak. Love it when that happens!
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- Karl Brauer September 25, 2009, 5:26 PM
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Can't old cars just age gracefully? Do they really have to be a never-ending source of broken components? Job security for new car companies
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- Karl Brauer September 25, 2009, 2:48 PM
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Stupid fuel leak (again!) on my 1970 Challenger R/T. Appears to be the fuel pump itself, though might also be a fuel line issue.
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- Karl Brauer September 25, 2009, 2:43 PM
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September 24, 2009
At Willow Springs Raceway in Rosamond, California participating in a driving school for work. Yes, work. What?
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- Karl Brauer September 24, 2009, 2:12 PM
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September 23, 2009
Fun Ford GT drive today. Here's a shot of Brent following me in his Corvette as we circled Lake Isabella.
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- Karl Brauer September 23, 2009, 5:49 PM
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Photo of Ventura Co. fire near Moorpark. Shot from route 126 west of Fillmore. I see the water-dropping planes.
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- Karl Brauer September 23, 2009, 11:27 AM
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Ford GT...Wednesday and Thursday. Doing a drive up though central valley if California. Gonna be HOT (and smoky...).
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- Karl Brauer September 23, 2009, 9:37 AM
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September 22, 2009
Yesterday's brilliant sunset was followed by this morning's fog, with Santa Ana Winds due this afternoon. Wacky!
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- Karl Brauer September 22, 2009, 10:46 AM
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September 21, 2009
Beautiful sunset on PCH above Malibu right now.
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- Karl Brauer September 21, 2009, 6:55 PM
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You know that urge I get to buy a new Dodge Challenger when I drive one? Same thing happens with Ford Flex Ecoboost. Great car.
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- Karl Brauer September 21, 2009, 6:27 PM
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The $90K price tag for a BMW X5 M isn't (necessarily) a problem. But paying extra for satellite radio or an iPod adapter? That's a problem.
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- Karl Brauer September 21, 2009, 10:40 AM
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September 19, 2009
Does Pirate Day mean we can go back to stealing music/movie files for the next 12 hours? Just saying...
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- Karl Brauer September 19, 2009, 9:08 AM
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September 18, 2009
Ford GT service about to begin on my car (the closer blue one). Ford GT fans must check this picture out.
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- Karl Brauer September 18, 2009, 10:23 AM
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Ford GT Friday includes a full service for GT be The GT Guys (former Rousch employees who worked on the GT's development back in 2003-2004).
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- Karl Brauer September 18, 2009, 7:34 AM
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September 17, 2009
You wouldn't say "MPGs" would you? How about "MPHs?" I need to start moonlighting as a copy editor for automotive ad agencies.
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- Karl Brauer September 17, 2009, 11:44 PM
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UGH! Just saw Ford Fusion commercial and they actually said "RPMs." People, it stands for RevolutionSSS Per Minute -- plural already there!!
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- Karl Brauer September 17, 2009, 11:37 PM
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Still freaks me out to see $200K Lamborghinis outside tiny old beach huts along PCH. Yeah, I know those huts cost millions, but still...
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- Karl Brauer September 17, 2009, 4:51 PM
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Oh man! Just found out I'm stuck in the BMW X5 M all weekend! I guess it beats walking... LOL YEEESSSSS!
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- Karl Brauer September 17, 2009, 4:01 PM
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This BMW X5 M makes no practical sense whatsoever. It's also really cool and a blast to drive. Very capable on Mulholland-great exhaust note
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- Karl Brauer September 17, 2009, 8:25 AM
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September 16, 2009
Driving home in BMW X5 M in a few minutes. Like the idea of 555 horsepower. The EPA fuel efficiency rating of 15 mpg mixed? Not so much.
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- Karl Brauer September 16, 2009, 3:42 PM
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This market has me perplexed. Not sure what's driving it. Not sure how long it will last, but happy to be slightly exposed during the run up
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- Karl Brauer September 16, 2009, 9:42 AM
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September 15, 2009
Watching Vanishing Point in High Definition on Cinemax. Goofy movie on many fronts...so why have I seen it 20 times
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- Karl Brauer September 15, 2009, 10:20 PM
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Long-Term Ford Flex says 2% of oil life left. Not quite as disturbing as Mini E saying 2% of charge left, but close
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- Karl Brauer September 15, 2009, 5:40 PM
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There are some things Obama might likely tout as examples of his good works, but helping ramp up production of the Chevrolet Cobalt? Hmm...
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- Karl Brauer September 15, 2009, 2:25 PM
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September 14, 2009
Spent all weekend in the (old) Dodge Challenger. Now going home in the (new) Chevrolet Camaro. Not really expecting any similarities.
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- Karl Brauer September 14, 2009, 6:06 PM
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Time for a do-over on how we show energy use in vehicles. MPG was never perfect, but with alternative energy coming it's officially useless.
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- Karl Brauer September 14, 2009, 10:25 AM
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September 13, 2009
Just finished washing 1970 Challenger R/T SE. Also added gas with octane boost. It likes the good stuff.
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September 12, 2009
And yes, my copy of Halo ODST is already reserved.
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- Karl Brauer September 12, 2009, 11:06 PM
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How sad is it that Forza3 is about to hit and I've barely played (but owned for years) Forza2? Stupid Halo games dominating my game time...
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- Karl Brauer September 12, 2009, 11:05 PM
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September 11, 2009
Ford GT Friday departure time approaches. Car really needs washed. Maybe I'll hit a coin-op sprayer on the way home.
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 3:38 PM
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Best part? Fifty-something woman in Flying Spur motioned me to lower the window. "I LOVE your car! It's beautiful!" Well, there you go...
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 1:37 PM
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Porsche Panamera feesl big, but not heavy. Long wheelbase hates tighter turns, but loves large sweepers. Brakes are amazing, as is steering.
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 1:33 PM
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My bad. It was "just" a Panamera 4S-and certified proof that you don't need to spend another $30K for the Turbo. Car was plenty fast enough!
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 1:31 PM
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Heading out for a quick drive in a Porsche Panamera Turbo. First seat time for me, but I've heard good things...
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 10:34 AM
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Eight years ago I commuted in my Plymouth GTX to celebrate America on a dark day. Ford GT Friday seems only fitting today.
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- Karl Brauer September 11, 2009, 7:17 AM
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September 10, 2009
Leaving in Dodge Challenger-my 1970 version not the 2009 Long-Term model. Also, I'm on ABC News tonight. Already aired on East Coast (sorry)
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- Karl Brauer September 10, 2009, 4:29 PM
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Just did a blog post on our Long-Term Dodge Ram 1500. Really like it. If I truly needed a full-size truck I'd buy one.
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- Karl Brauer September 10, 2009, 2:02 PM
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Scheduled to tape interview in 15 minutes on GM's new 60-day money-back guarantee. Will it work? Here's our take:
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- Karl Brauer September 10, 2009, 1:31 PM
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Lamborghini Reventon convertible? Really? Because the coupe offered too much value? Rich people are dumb.
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- Karl Brauer September 10, 2009, 8:30 AM
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September 9, 2009
Leaving in Subaru Forester. I've always liked them, but haven't driven one in months. Let's see how it's holding up against the competition.
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- Karl Brauer September 9, 2009, 4:47 PM
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Driving Subaru Forester home today. Still feel like this vehicle gets credit as first true crossover (well, after AMC Eagle of the 1980s).
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- Karl Brauer September 9, 2009, 1:52 PM
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Honda introduces a dual-clutch transmission...but offers it first in motorcycles, not cars. Could redefine the segment.
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- Karl Brauer September 9, 2009, 12:22 PM
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Back-to-school also means back-to-speedtraps. Saw 1st within 2 miles of 50-mile commute. Thank you Valentine One.
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- Karl Brauer September 9, 2009, 8:21 AM
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September 8, 2009
PFFT! went the Labor Day Weekend, even with an extra day of vacation taken (today). Got a lot done at least, thanks to Long-Term Dodge Ram.
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- Karl Brauer September 8, 2009, 9:46 PM
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September 7, 2009
Clearly Frankfurt Auto Show is going to be all about electric cars. Despite gains I still see replacing ICE with batteries as slooow process
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- Karl Brauer September 7, 2009, 1:18 AM
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September 4, 2009
Second child retrieved. Ford GT officially works as family car...if family schedule keeps kids separated.
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- Karl Brauer September 4, 2009, 3:30 PM
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Ford GT goes back to school. Now picking my son out (he gets out an hour later than his sister).
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Daughter liked the Ford GT as a school retrieval device. Lots of "COOL!" shouts from her classmates.
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- Karl Brauer September 4, 2009, 2:14 PM
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Testing out Ford GT's A/C as I wait to pick up my daughter from grade school. So ready for end of this heat wave.
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- Karl Brauer September 4, 2009, 2:01 PM
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September 3, 2009
I'm officially impressed with new Chevrolet Equinox. HUGE interior space, comfortable, capable drivetrain (even with 4 cyl), solid handling.
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- Karl Brauer September 3, 2009, 10:15 AM
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September 2, 2009
When are we going to stop calling SUVs like the Equinox "compact?" Same time we stop calling Odysseys and Siennas "minivans" I guess.
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- Karl Brauer September 2, 2009, 6:22 PM
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2010 Chevrolet Equinox awaits me on P3. I'd say it's an important vehicle for GM but these days EVERY vehicle is an important vehicle for GM
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- Karl Brauer September 2, 2009, 4:39 PM
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Just 5.7% Cash for Clunkers deals reimbursed 2 weeks after program ends. Can't wait until they take over health care...
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- Karl Brauer September 2, 2009, 12:53 PM
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I love it when stupid criminals (a redundant term?) get caught because they're stupid. P.S. - DON'T STEAL iPHONES!
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- Karl Brauer September 2, 2009, 12:44 PM
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Wish I could comment on the BMW Z4's top-down behavior, but #stationfire already has my lungs and breathing agitated, so no more ash for me.
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- Karl Brauer September 2, 2009, 9:59 AM
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September 1, 2009
Heading home in new BMW Z4. Drove it in May and really liked the car except the electric steering feels...electric. I'm giving it 1 more try
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- Karl Brauer September 1, 2009, 5:07 PM
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Camaro vs. Challenger: Challenger wins on steering, shifting, visibility, seat comfort and overall interior design. Camaro feels nimbler.
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- Karl Brauer September 1, 2009, 9:37 AM
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August 31, 2009
Well, the Challenger's steering and shifter definitely work/feel better than Camaro (and not just because of screwy shapes in Camaro).
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- Karl Brauer August 31, 2009, 6:31 PM
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Snagged Long-Term Dodge Challenger for drive home. Looking for a little compare/contrast after my Camaro weekend.
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- Karl Brauer August 31, 2009, 5:21 PM
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Wow. Smelling the #stationfire out here on PCH. Also seeing the smoke cast way out over the Pacific. Wishing firefighters safety & success.
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- Karl Brauer August 31, 2009, 7:52 AM
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August 30, 2009
Car show parking put us next to a 427 Cobra. Real? Doubt it, but still looked cool. Plenty of great iron.
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- Karl Brauer August 30, 2009, 9:38 AM
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Any of my motorcycles would have worked for today's ride, but I'm going with the '75 Norton 850 Commando.
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- Karl Brauer August 30, 2009, 7:34 AM
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Car shows and motorcycle rides often require and early Sunday rise. Today I'm doing both...but still haven't locked in on which bike to take
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- Karl Brauer August 30, 2009, 6:38 AM
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August 29, 2009
Long-Term Camaro is sitting on the driveway and there's a car show/cruise only a few miles away. But it's HOT right now. Hmmm...
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- Karl Brauer August 29, 2009, 5:42 PM
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August 28, 2009
Enjoying local car show where the Ford GT still draws a crowd (yeah, a younger crowd, but still a crowd).
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 5:02 PM
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Man I HATE summer traffic on PCH. Now is when I wish I'd taken a motorcycle instead of my Ford GT.
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 3:43 PM
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RT @FankGruber: @cbarger thank you! I looking forward to driving the #Camaro this weekend. Me 2-I have our new LT Camaro
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 2:04 PM
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#FF @juliaroy @bentoboxx @Edmunds_Test @hotmilkgt @TheAutoInsider @PeevedMichelle @trackwrex @alienviking @therealautoblog @aubs @edmunds
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 12:25 PM
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Ford GT Friday! I came in early enough to use the actual freeways in LA (what a concept!) instead of PCH. Also saw the smoke from both fires
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 8:11 AM
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Russian car sales apparently tanking worse than U.S. Down 45%. But large cars/SUVs down the least (only 5%). Bizarre.
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- Karl Brauer August 28, 2009, 5:28 AM
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August 27, 2009
The new Camaro SS has some great features, but the steering wheel and shifter shape are not among them. Ergonomic fail.
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- Karl Brauer August 27, 2009, 7:00 PM
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Jaguar XFR: Liked the power after brief drive last month. Now I've put it through handling loop-Quite the carving tool!
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- Karl Brauer August 27, 2009, 8:55 AM
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August 26, 2009
Leaving now in Jaguar XFR. Have a specific audio CD to test out the car's sound system (and I'm not just talking about the exhaust note).
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- Karl Brauer August 26, 2009, 5:33 PM
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Camaros and Pizza are like airports and frustration-they just belong together. And today they were free!
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- Karl Brauer August 26, 2009, 1:41 PM
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Ordering 2 free Pizzas from Pappa John's. Why are we getting 2 free pizzas? Because we've got 2 bitchin' Camaros, baby!
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- Karl Brauer August 26, 2009, 11:17 AM
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August 25, 2009
Must...not...make...make...Megan...Fox...reference. BTW, I like the V6 version better than the V8 model.
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- Karl Brauer August 25, 2009, 6:06 PM
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Possible system shock ahead. Last night: $300,000 Aston Martin DBS Volante. Tonight: $30,000 Chevrolet Camaro V6. Should be interesting...
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- Karl Brauer August 25, 2009, 2:59 PM
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I don't usually say this about a press car, but I'm going to miss the Aston Martin DBS when it's gone.
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- Karl Brauer August 25, 2009, 9:46 AM
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August 24, 2009
AM DBS tucked in, safe and sound. I figure the Ford GT won't have a problem sharing garage space with it.
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 7:54 PM
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Full disclosure: Didn't know exactly what DBS Volante cost until I got home. Now moving GTX out of garage
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 7:48 PM
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OMG! This DBS may have best exhaust note I've ever heard! (sorry Ferrari) But needs tighter gear ratios.
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 6:38 PM
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Driving an Aston Martin DBS Volante on PCH almost makes up for this morning's commute. Okay, it does.
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 6:11 PM
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Just had meeting with social media expert on increasing Twitter followers. He suggested giving all new followers a ride in my Ford GT...(JK)
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 4:54 PM
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Not sure how this happened -- actually I am, but it's a long story. Anyway, driving Aston Martin DBS Volante home in about 10 mintues.
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 4:37 PM
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Today's commute time: I can officially call it now: 2 hours, 27 minutes. One of the few times I've thankful for the GR-R's automated-clutch.
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 10:07 AM
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Officially passed 2 hours on this morning's (mourning's?) commute. Time to go for 3!
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 9:42 AM
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PCH closed. Sunset and every other street on the Westside jammed. Now it's just a game of "How long will my 50-mile commute actually take?"
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 9:19 AM
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And so it begins: Back to School Traffic on PCH. I LOVE L.A.!
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- Karl Brauer August 24, 2009, 8:48 AM
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August 21, 2009
Took '75 Trident for lunch-run earlier. Really a shame Triumph got that vehicle so right so late in the game. Could have changed history...
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- Karl Brauer August 21, 2009, 4:32 PM
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Swapped Nissan GT-R for 1975 Triumph Trident (motorcycle) to commute today. Trident will SMOKE GT-R on Friday PCH drive home-lane splitting!
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- Karl Brauer August 21, 2009, 9:53 AM
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August 20, 2009
Put 100 trouble-free miles on my 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T and 1990 Honda RC30 in past 2 days. Driving Nissan GT-R tonight...and I'm worried
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- Karl Brauer August 20, 2009, 4:41 PM
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Conundrum: Have LT Nissan GT-R for weekend. Nearing time to sell it. Never tried launch control-I'm afraid car will break-again. What to do?
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- Karl Brauer August 20, 2009, 2:28 PM
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August 19, 2009
Time for return run up PCH on Honda RC30. I was in freeway traffic coming in this a.m., so maybe I'll actually get over 5,000 rpm going home
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- Karl Brauer August 19, 2009, 4:41 PM
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Rode the Honda RC30 in today, and about to head out for a lunch-time ride to break up the day. Sometimes life can be, you know, fun.
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- Karl Brauer August 19, 2009, 11:56 AM
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August 18, 2009
Spent the last 2 days in a Mazda 3 (regular, not Mazdaspeed version) and confirmed it remains my favorite car in the segment. Sorry Civic...
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- Karl Brauer August 18, 2009, 12:34 PM
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August 17, 2009
Had to drive Ford GT today because Mark Fields (of Ford Motor Co) came by Edmunds and he owns one too. Wanted to compare notes with him.
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- Karl Brauer August 17, 2009, 7:07 PM
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My Ford GT...being driven by someone else. My friend is following in a BMW X5 35d I'm driving for NACTOY.
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- Karl Brauer August 17, 2009, 7:00 PM
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August 16, 2009
Just escaped Pebble Beach Madness. Crowds on 18th grn (before show started) eclipsed only by epic line of cars still trying to get in. Yikes
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- Karl Brauer August 16, 2009, 12:07 PM
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August 15, 2009
Also just had a Porsche 917 fire up next to me and pull out of the pits. Kinda-sorta really cool.
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- Karl Brauer August 15, 2009, 1:44 PM
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Just saw Jay Leno and Patrick Dempsey talking shop (which means cars, in this instance) at Laguna Seca.
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- Karl Brauer August 15, 2009, 1:40 PM
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Ever wonder what would happen if a Prowler and a Murcielago spawned? Well wonder no more!
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- Karl Brauer August 15, 2009, 10:56 AM
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August 14, 2009
Just used Active Park Assist on Lincoln MKT to get into tight street parking in Carmel. Worked PERFECTLY
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Mmmm...GTOs... Gotta love Concourso Italiano
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- Karl Brauer August 14, 2009, 2:32 PM
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Here's something so don't see everyday...except in Monterey on the Pebble Beach Weekend. Vector
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- Karl Brauer August 14, 2009, 1:12 PM
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Saw some future Lincoln product that won't be publicly shown until Detroit. They are definitely turning it up...
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- Karl Brauer August 14, 2009, 12:17 PM
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Made the Lincoln event after all, but only because they held it up by 30 minutes. Stupid valet makin me look real good for the industry folk
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Intended to make a Lincoln event at Pebble, but after a 45-minute wait for my car from valet (still hasn't shown up) it's not gonna happen.
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- Karl Brauer August 14, 2009, 8:58 AM
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August 13, 2009
At The Clement Hotel on Cannery Row in Monterey. Sound of seagulls outside your window=pleasant. Their effect on the balcony railing=gross.
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What's better than watching Csaba Csere and Dan Neil go at it over nationalized health care during lunch? Joining in, of course.
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- Karl Brauer August 13, 2009, 2:46 PM
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Driving to Monterey in Mazdaspeed 3. Cops out in force looking to nab northbound enthusiasts in hot cars...like me!
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- Karl Brauer August 13, 2009, 10:45 AM
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August 12, 2009
Driving all-new Mazdaspeed 3 up PCH and can confidently report that...all driving impressions are embargoed ('til Aug 19th I believe). Sorry
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A new Mazdaspeed 3 awaits me, and there's Monterey packing to be done for tomorrow's drive up. Must leave soon.
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- Karl Brauer August 12, 2009, 3:26 PM
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Oh, the irony of this Lutz quote re: GM's past advertising: "We had a culture that was somewhat overly focused on not making a mistake"
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- Karl Brauer August 12, 2009, 2:06 PM
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If Chevy Volt is half as good at being a fuel-efficient car as GM is at scoring headlines with it, it will be the greatest car ever built.
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- Karl Brauer August 12, 2009, 7:40 AM
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August 11, 2009
And by "due" I mean do...and due, actually. Gotta hit Concourso, Historics, 18th green AND at least one auction.
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- Karl Brauer August 11, 2009, 10:39 PM
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Time to get serious about Monterey/Pebble Beach preparations. Always more to due during "the weekend" than time to do it.
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- Karl Brauer August 11, 2009, 10:37 PM
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About to go on Fox Business again. Bob Lutz is on first and then me. Should be an interesting contrast...
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- Karl Brauer August 11, 2009, 4:00 PM
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Just finished CTV (Canadian TV) interview on Chevy Volt. Next up -- Fox Business (on same topic) in about 15 minutes.
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- Karl Brauer August 11, 2009, 1:19 PM
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For me it's not Volt MPG or charge time number, it's production numbers. I'm calling Tesla-like boondoggle if it's under 500 a year.
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August 10, 2009
Driving home in new Nissan 370Z convertible again (so nice I drove it twice). This time with top up. Relatively quiet even at highway speeds
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- Karl Brauer August 10, 2009, 7:07 PM
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August 9, 2009
Frustrating. Everytime I dig deeper into the GTX I find more problems. The Air Grabber door is a mess. Not sure what it will take to fix it.
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- Karl Brauer August 9, 2009, 9:10 PM
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Still fixing issues with my Plymouth GTX that nimrod-boy screwed up. Addressed backward seat belt and upsidedown door lock. Headlights next.
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- Karl Brauer August 9, 2009, 9:08 PM
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August 7, 2009
Also, just watched the Ferris Bueller/Ferrari scene (thank you SubyTrojan), so now I HAVE to go drive the GT. "Come on, live a little!"
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- Karl Brauer August 7, 2009, 4:07 PM
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This Ford GT Friday has been long overdue and there's weekend beach traffic waiting for me... Gotta jump for my clutch's sake. Happy Weekend
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- Karl Brauer August 7, 2009, 4:05 PM
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Saw new Challenger Convertible on the way in today near Pepperdine. Aftermarket hack job? Factory prototype? Don't know, but it looked GOOD.
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- Karl Brauer August 7, 2009, 2:59 PM
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August 6, 2009
Ferris Bueller's Day Off my favorite John Hughes film. Ferrari scene, more than anything else in my life, inspired me to own an exotic car.
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- Karl Brauer August 6, 2009, 5:52 PM
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The Clunkers Bill has passed the Senate. That's $2 billion more to help folks buy new cars. Better use of tax money than paying bankers.
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- Karl Brauer August 6, 2009, 5:37 PM
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Just saw new Jaguar XJ. Designer Ian Callum provided walkaround regarding car's look/packaging-love interior, still getting used to exterior
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August 5, 2009
Just had a great drive home in Nissan 370Z convertible. Perfect weather, perfect seating position, and perfectly-matched downshifts. NICE!
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Ray LaHood ready to enact texting-and-driving laws. Can't say I disagree, and ready to join JADD (Journalists Against Distracted Driving).
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- Karl Brauer August 5, 2009, 9:14 AM
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Driving loaded Toyota Camry -- er...I mean Lexus ES 350 (I always do that) into work today. BTW it's not that ES is bad but Camry is so good
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- Karl Brauer August 5, 2009, 6:24 AM
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August 4, 2009
Cash for Clunkers interview on local NBC News in LA in about 10 minutes. I spoke to Doug K. about the confusion faced by salvage yards.
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- Karl Brauer August 4, 2009, 5:14 PM
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Appears GM's 2010 full-size trucks now get best overall EPA ratings for the class because of improvements in fuel management. Congrats GM!
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- Karl Brauer August 4, 2009, 9:43 AM
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August 3, 2009
I really take the Smart car to task in tomorrow's blog. Wish I could say I regret it but I actually toned it down from my original editorial
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- Karl Brauer August 3, 2009, 11:03 PM
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Heading home in new 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. Driving impression embargo til October on this new family sedan. Too bad-there's a story to tell...
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- Karl Brauer August 3, 2009, 5:18 PM
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Debate over C4C funding cracks me up. "Not enough MPG gain!" "Only helps middle class!" Idiots. Car sales HUGE for economy. Best gov $ spent
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- Karl Brauer August 3, 2009, 7:42 AM
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August 1, 2009
Finally got around to watching Mecum Iowa auction on my DVR. One good thing about a tanked classic car auction: great deals to be had!
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- Karl Brauer August 1, 2009, 12:47 PM
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July 31, 2009
I'm gonna go out on a limb and say 4 cop cars outside my local bank, along with several officers with weapons drawn, is a not-good sign.
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 6:34 PM
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Made it home in the "X" -- well, not all the way home yet. Stopping to pick up sushi. YUM!
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 6:02 PM
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One highway (PCH), 50 miles, lots of traffic and a 1970 Plymouth GTX. An adventure, or just a bad idea? I'll know soon enough. Happy weekend
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 4:18 PM
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Scariest Hybrid Break-Even Time? Lexus LS 460 L vs LS 600h L: 70.3 years.
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 12:47 PM
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Tahoe 7 yrs. Yukon 8.5 yrs. Lexus GS 9.1 yrs. Tribute 9.7 yrs. Escape 11.1 yrs. Altima 11.4 yrs. VUE 11.8 yrs. Civic 13.3 yrs. Aura 20.9 yrs
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 12:45 PM
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Latest Hybrid Break-Even Times vs non-hybrid based on $2.53/gallon. Camry: 8 mnths. Camry vs Prius: 3.7 yrs. Lexus RX: 6 yrs. Fusion 8.1 yrs
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 12:41 PM
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Drove 1970 Plymouth GTX to work today. Owned car 23 years. Just retrieved from Denver after sitting in Dad's garage for 2 years. Ran great!
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 9:34 AM
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Confused by Cash for Clunkers? Me Too! We're trying to keep up at Edmunds Daily blog with latest info:
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- Karl Brauer July 31, 2009, 9:25 AM
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July 30, 2009
Hate to say I told you so...okay I LOVE it. Anyway, blog from Tuesday said somethong about C4C needing more money.
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- Karl Brauer July 30, 2009, 6:19 PM
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Good news: Cash for Clunkers bigger success than government imagined. Bad news: Cash for Clunkers bigger success than government imagined.
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- Karl Brauer July 30, 2009, 6:16 PM
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