Hehe, this is from a automobile tire ad video.

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Here is the latest round of the never-ending war between automobile makers.

First, Mini USA challenges Porsche to a formal race, where the go-kart-like Cooper S will take on the infamous 911 Carrera S. And the announcement is done by Mini USA’s president, Jim McDowell (a former Porsche executive).

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Believe it or not, these are all photos of mini automobile models by Michael Paul Smith. Click to see the beautiful photo slide @ Flickr.

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The Ariel Atom is unusual in that it is exoskeletal — the chassis is prominently visible from the outside — and therefore lacks a roof, windows and other features normally found on road cars. It is available with a range of engines, the top of the range being a supercharged Honda Civic Type-R K20 and a supercharged 2.0 litre, 300 hp (220 kW) GM Ecotec engine. With each of these engines it can achieve acceleration rivaling that of much more expensive automobiles.

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A cool new concept of Citroën, created exclusively for the game Gran Turismo 5 on Playstation 3. Click to see more.

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Until we all are living in outer space with flying automobiles and robot servants, we can pass the time with these 45 vintage illustrations of a space age tomorrow.

Most of them were issued by the Popular Science magazine. The others come from elsewhere. Enjoy this creative and lovely collection. -Hang-

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