Nerd-mobiles! At Japan's twice-annual comic convention Comiket, otaku (aka "geeks") showed off their hardcore dorkiness with sticker-covered cars. Called "itasha," these geeked-out cars take their name from the Japanese kanji for "itai" (painful) and "sha" (car). Rumor has it that the character "ita" was chosen because it sounds closest to the "Ita" from "Italian." Yes, these dork wagons are a word play on "Italian Car." …
Similar in looks and configuration to the Mini Traveller concept car, an all-new addition to the Mini range, the Clubman hits international streets this November. New proportions and a style reminiscent of the past distinguish this "stretched" Mini model. Not available in the States until next year, the 5-door Mini Cooper Clubman is longer, offering more leg room, and incorporates what some call a "suicide …
Christie's International Motor Cars is holding Retromobile, the world's foremost classic car show, in Paris on 16-17 February 2007. The highlight of the show will be the 1939 Auto Union D-Type (above) which is thought to be one of only three in existence. Commissioned by Adolf Hitler and designed by Ferdinand Porsche, it was the first of its kind to place the driver in front …
