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Why Did We Never Get The Alfa Romeo Brera?

Travis Okulski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Midnight Oil, where we keep you awake with pornographic images of cars that are sure to haunt your dreams.

2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante: This Is It

Travis Okulski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:23:22 GMT

You like the Aston Martin Vanquish, but you hate having a roof over your head. You're in luck. Aston has a solution for you. Meet the Vanquish Volante.

The Lotus Le Mans Team Just Got Seized

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:45:00 GMT

Lotus' Le Mans LMP2 program just got some of their suspension pieces, steering wheels, and other components seized by a court over alleged financial issues.

The 24 Hours Of Le Mans Looks Otherworldly In Black And White

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

These shots were all taken at just five years ago the 2008 24 Hours of Le Mans, but in black and white they start to look timeless. Maybe 'unreal' is the better word.

Why A Valet Is A Luxury Automaker's Best Resource

Travis Okulski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:45:00 GMT

Welcome to Must Read, where we single out the best stories from around the automotive universe and beyond. Today we've got reports from National Geographic, Forbes, Curbside Classic, and 8W.

'The Four-Cylinder Baby Benz Is Back'

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:35:00 GMT

Yesterday we brought you MotorWeek's 1994 test of the then-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which replaced the venerable 190E. I, along with most of you all, like the 190E better, so let's get the MW take on that, shall we?

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Lauren Bertolini on lauren ☄, shared by Travis Okulski to Jalopnik — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:31:12 GMT

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The Most Dangerous Way To Test A 'Bulletproof' Mercedes

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:17:00 GMT

Auto journalists, like The Smoking Tire's Matt Farah, are tasked with evaluating cars both new and old, putting them through their paces, and seeing if they live up to manufacturers' hype. If you have an armored Mercedes-Benz, and if you're brave enough, that means getting shot at while you sit inside.

LIKE NEW HYUNDAI.

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:00:00 GMT

LIKE NEW HYUNDAI. MINOR FRONT END DAMAGE, ONLY COSMETIC. JUST CHANGED BELTS AND HOSES - SHE'S GOOD TO GO. GREAT CAR DRIVES GOOD.

Who The Hell Abandons A Porsche 911 GT2 RS?

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:49:18 GMT

With 612 horsepower and rear wheel drive, you think anyone lucky enough to own a Porsche GT2 RS would drive it every chance they had. This particular GT2 RS is collecting dust in a parking garage. Why?

These Are The Fantastical Victorian Off-Roaders That Didn't Exist

Jason Torchinsky — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:32:28 GMT

Cars have been around longer than people realize, with larval versions dating back to the early 1800s. What's also been around a long time is people's infatuation with the idea of a go-anywhere exploration vehicle. Even if they were only built in jingoistic imaginations, it's still a start.

The Fiat 500L Gets Even Huger With The Seven Seat 500L Living

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:08:00 GMT

Just how huge can the Fiat 500 get? Even huger than the five seat Fiat 500L, if you can believe it! Meet the 500L Living, which has seven whole seats full of Yugo-built Italian chicness. Sort of. I guess.

Has Red Bull Figured Out How To Cheat F1's Traction Control Ban?

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:50:00 GMT

Red Bull absolutely walked away with a win at Montreal, but anyone watching the exit of the hairpin would see something was up with the way the RB9 exited the corner. Have they figured out how to use illegal traction control?

What's the fastest way to get across New York — public transit, walking or driving in a Bentley?

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:38:16 GMT

What's the fastest way to get across New York — public transit, walking or driving in a Bentley? Car and Driver tries to find out.

Rally Croatia Will Apparently Take Place On The Water

Travis Okulski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:24:00 GMT

Some rallies have puddles or water hazards. Rally Croatia takes place in a sea. Literally.

Watch A 2,000 HP Lamborghini Gallardo Demolish Everything On Track

Máté Petrány — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:01:50 GMT

A bit more than 2,000 hp in a Gallardo equals a quarter mile time of 10.293 and a mile in 23.479 at 230 mph. Pretty much unbeatable performance.

Chrysler Agrees To Recall 2.7 Million Jeeps Over Fires After All

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:36:00 GMT

In a surprising reversal from earlier statements, Chrysler officials say they have agreed to voluntarily recall some 2.7 million Jeep Liberty and Grand Cherokee models at risk for fires. The move, they say, will resolve their "dispute" with the federal government.

I DRIVE A DODGE STRATUS

Travis Okulski — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:30:00 GMT

I DRIVE A DODGE STRATUS

This Man Has Travelled Nearly 3 Million Miles In His Vintage Volvo

Máté Petrány — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:10:00 GMT

You remember Long Island's Irv Gordon, don't you? If not, he is the guy who has traveled around in his red Volvo P1800S since he bought it in 1966. Now, he's getting close to putting 3 million miles on the clock.

Bieber Accidentally Wrecks Paparazzo's Shit

David Tracy — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:43:00 GMT

The Paparazzi gave Justin Bieber a really hard time on Monday night. Biebs was just trying to leave his parking spot when photographers blinded him with camera flashes and refused to move out of his way. With no other choice, Bieber blindly drove out of his spot and accidentally knocked a paparazzo on his ass.

Say Yes When A Racing Driver Wants To Put You In An Alfa Romeo 4C

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:36:00 GMT

Here's a tip: when a guy who has raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Formula One and has been a tester for Ferrari and Williams wants to pick you up in the hot new Alfa Romeo 4C, you say yes!

The First Car You Ever Owned

Patrick George — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:15:00 GMT

Yesterday in Oppo-land, Travis asked you folks what you wanted to see on Jalopnik today. Reader Dwhite - Powered by Caffeine, Daft Punk and Corgis brilliantly suggested a post about our first cars, because "that kind of story always occupies time and brings up tons of feels." Asked and answered.

GM announced that the C7 Corvette will cost £61,495 in the UK.

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:15:00 GMT

GM announced that the C7 Corvette will cost £61,495 in the UK. That's $96,270, or $44,275 more than what an entry-level Stingray will cost in the US.

Driving, Jumping, And Rolling Off A Cliff On Dirt Mulholland Drive

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Mulholland Drive isn't all paved. There's a dirt section, and these brave hoons took an old Fiat up there to meet its maker.

Sex, Drugs, And Drones: Meet The Most Interesting Man In Car Porn

Raphael Orlove — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:39:11 GMT

Chris Kippenberger has an impressive resume: he's helped make music videos for Ridley Scott Associates. He worked behind the scenes in the adult industry. He's built his own drones. So how exactly did he end up making some of the prettiest car videos online?