G. David Felt

So true, my concern was it would be a Ricer type that has been used by Cadillac in past versions while testing on the Nuremburg ring. This does look like it is better incorporated here. In the report, the strain has mutated to have stronger protein spikes that make it 10 times stronger on hooking in the lungs and to blood and causing problems. The hooks are what make this strain/variant even worse.

Agree, for a new company, while they have been grey with specifics on how many people have pre-ordered the Truck and SUV, at least they have Amazon and Ford production to get them into the black. He is a smart cookie that RJ, CEO of Rivian. So true about the different strokes for different folks. Also that V8 block is not name brand that is desired by badge fans. I am sure someone will buy the overpriced block from Jaguar. People like SMK who are all about the badge. Wonder if AMG is stamped on the blocks of the AMG auto's or is it just Mercedes-Benz?

The CEO is far better educated than Musk and seems to have his shit together as he was unwilling to sign with GM for $1 billion to an exclusive contract for his technology platform. Ford signed and Amazon. As such, we will see where this goes. I honestly right now am really liking their truck and suv and if I can fit with someone my size behind me inside the auto, am leaning towards their product. I think they will last as Amazon has a long term contract for inner city and suburban delivery vans from them and has an open agreement to buy more once deliveries start. Amazon has stated they would like to use the vans globally.

Godzilla

Seems the new CT4 V Blackwing is out stretching it's legs. That is a huge freakin wing on the rear deck lid. https://www.motor1.com/news/431431/cadillac-ct4-v-blackwing-spied/

Covid-19 Update Everyone, we have a newer deadly strain 10 times stronger and Florida is our Ground Zero for it. Please be careful. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8471421/Mutated-version-coronavirus-stronger-spike-proteins.html Scientist report on it is found here: https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.06.12.148726v1.full.pdf

2020 Auto shows are Dead, now is seems according to this story that the 2021 auto show calendar could end up dead as Geneva has already canceled the show due to Covid-19. https://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2020/06/were-cancelling-2021-auto-shows-now/ So the big question out to everyone here. IS THE AUTOSHOWS DEAD FOR EVER? WILL THEY BE BACK AFTER A CURE IS FOUND FOR COVID-19? Thoughts?

Very cool updated videos of Rivian truck off road.

Wanting an organic spray to keep the Mosquitos away, Garlic Spray works. https://www.hunker.com/13405906/garlic-spray-in-the-yard-for-mosquitoes I have to imagine one does have to like the smell of Garlic. Grilled Bananas sure sound yummy! https://www.food.com/recipe/grilled-banana-splits-160575#activity-feed

Carrot

But they say you can use that engine block for a fancy table. You also get a 12 months warranty on the block.

They said it was delayed, not dead yet. Once the Camaro was dead too. Yes, some people do crazy things when they live in the 1% club. For me and you, much like other auto enthusiasts, we work over time on our projects to make them happen. Still spend money just decide how and when we spend on our project.

Yea, I understand that, but his art does nothing for me, so paint away I say. To each their own, that is why options are the best. I would take a sexy Jaguar E-Type conversion that they are doing. This sexy body on a modern electric powertrain zipping along.

The USA #2 largest Natural Gas producer has filed for Bankruptcy protection from creditors. Chesapeake Energy Corporation filed for protection due to their high debt load and the ill timed move into Oil production just before the pandemic hit. Low Oil and Gas prices with high debt load made it impossible to repay the loans and as such forced the company into Chapter 11. https://electrek.co/2020/06/29/egeb-natural-gas-bankruptcy-chesapeake-energy-corporation-dutch-wind-farm/

India Tata motors has brought to market an $18,000 EV. 194 miles of range for the FWD EV. https://electrek.co/2020/06/29/indias-18000-tata-nexon-ev-points-to-global-ev-affordability/ Peugeot reveals their electric commercial van. Two battery options for a choice of 143 miles or 205 miles of range. https://chargedevs.com/newswire/peugeot-reveals-e-expert-electric-commercial-van/ Personal choice and CHOICE is the key here. I have no problem with you having your ICE auto. There should also as is finally happening choices to go EV on older auto's for those that do not want to build their own project. I AM an Automotive Enthusiast and I AM worth it and still I like the sound and way EVs drive and work.

How is that any different than someone that takes that same 85 Mustang LX and puts in a role over cage, new suspension and a powerful ICE power train so they can race. People make changes all the time to low cost old auto's. Just now we have the options of doing it with electric power train. Crate motors exist now that can change out the ICE engine with an Electric motor connected to the Transmission and you just add battery pack and controller. Options, that is what we are getting more of.

I can respect that, I loved the sound of the custom built 402 in my suburban, yet also as I have gotten older, I do not care for the loud sound any more. I would rather have the quiet with the space and room. As to why my 1994 GMC SLE suburban is my project auto that will eventually have the ICE power train ripped out and electric put in. Just like @Drew Dowdell loves his old car, some of us would rather have an old auto that is quiet as an EV. I would expect more older auto's to end up getting converted to EV than to modern ICE.

I understand what you are saying, but Tesla is so butt ugly. Those old classics are far better looking than any Tesla. Take your favorite auto you have fond memories of and think if it was your personal auto with electrical power train. Giving you more room and quiet.

couch potato

And some of us are older than you all #52feeling25. ? #AgeStateOfMind

That is allot of John's and you ended up a Robert? ? LOL

Yet the Econolines are still cheaper to fix than the Sprinter.

If I ever get a dog, I will look first at rescue dogs, but if I find nothing I like, it will be a Lab Puppy.

Kia has a new iMT manual transmission with higher MPG while keeping those that want to be engaged in driving a manual happy. Seems to be a computer controlled drive by wire manual transmission. Makes me think an fake manual auto tranny. https://www.autoblog.com/2020/06/26/kia-rio-intelligent-manual-transmission-clutch-by-wire/ Happy Birthday Robert. So glad you had a great day during this Pandemic. Continue to stay safe my friend!!! Woof, Woof, Woof to your little Fur kids. WOW, Awesome reading and video review of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon with EcoDiesel power train. Shocking is that this fully loaded Wrangler costs $65,000 dollars! ??? https://www.autoblog.com/2020/06/25/2020-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-unlimited-ecodiesel-love-hate/

My sister and Brother in-law have an appliance repair company and after a few years went back to ford vans as the sprinters cost more to maintain and rusted and just sucked over all. Terrible product.