Violent Broccoli spoofs VW “The Force” Darth Vader Commercial

When 6 year old Max Page debuted as Darth Vader, in Volkswagen’s “The Force” Super Bowl Commercial, when knew it was only a matter of time before spoofs appeared on YouTube a la Space Balls. The Violent Broccoli’s  spoof chronicles young Vader’s turn to the dark side, and ends with a predictable yet “unintended” consequence.

Rubicon Express’ Hemi powered Jeep Wrangler (JK) Unlimited For Sale

With the off road suspension manufacturer headed towards possibly bankruptcy, Ryan Wallace, the owner of Rubicon Express has put his HEMI powered 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited up for sale. The JK hits the auction block the same time the April issue of 4 Wheel Drive & Sport Utility Magazine hits stores with the Jeep on the cover.      

2011 Camaro SS Convertible vs. 2011 Mustang GT Convertible

With the new 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible set to hit showrooms later this month Motor Trend put it through the paces to see stacks up against competition. The new Camaro SS lines up against the 2011 Mustang GT to see which pony car can shed its top the quickest in this 1/4 mile drag race.

Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8 are Green with Envy

The expanding muscle car market is going to be “Green With Envy” as the Dodge brand today announced a first-time, limited production run of the 2011 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8® 392 models featuring Green With Envy exterior color. Besides the Sublime new color the 2011 Challenger R/T and SRT8 feature a  new performance sport-tuned suspension with rail-like handling, more power from the 5.7-liter and 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 power plants.

Dodge Snowpocolypse Commercial Spoofs Winter Snow and End of World Epics

In one of the better non Super Bowl commercials we have seen in quite some time, Dodge spoofs our reaction to one of mother nature’s annual occurrences: winter. Sure parts of the country have experienced records snowfalls, bone-chilling temperatures, and even a blizzard or two (or more). But really, it is the dead of winter and if you live in a cold climate state…aren’t you prepared for it by now?

Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Official Pace Car of 2011 Indy 500

A special-edition Chevrolet Camaro Convertible will be the official pace car of the 100th Anniversary 2011 Indianapolis 500 Race. Chevrolet will produce 500 matching replicas of this special Indianapolis 500 Pace Car so that enthusiasts can purchase their own piece of history.

Rubicon Express, Leading Off Road Suspension Company, Closes Doors

After nearly 15 years of building some of the best lift kits around for Jeeps, Trucks, and SUV’s, suspension tuner Rubicon Express closes its doors.

Jeep registers 1,000,000th Fan on Facebook

Jeep becomes the first automaker to have over 1,000,000 fans on Facebook. -But a few prestigious muscle car models have even more followers than the whole Jeep brand.

Volkswagen’s “The Force” Named Most Effective Super Bowl Ad… Camaro’s “Miss Evelyn” Most Watched

According to Nielsen, Chevrolet’s sultry school teacher “Miss Evelyn” and the Camaro made history during Super Bowl XLV was the most-watched television advertisement of all time. Volkswagen’s lovable Darth Vader in “The Force” was the most effective automotive spot to air during the Super Bowl.

Mazda Unveils 2011 MX-5 Miata Special Edition at Chicago Auto Show

Limited edition model conveys luxurious side of the world’s most-beloved two-seat roadster.

CHICAGO – On the heels of its recent milestone announcement of 900,000 MX-5 Miatas being produced, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today unveiled the 2011 MX-5 Miata Special Edition, a limited-run model of only 750 units.  The Special Edition continues the MX-5’s history of being a dynamically-engineered, enthusiast-approved two seater roadster whose relatively low price doesn’t compromise the quality or handling characteristics of the car.