We bought a used off-lease 2013 Fiat 500e for $7,100 out the door. In two years, we’ve driven 46K miles on it, saving 1,703 gallons of gasoline compared to the Lexus Rx400h it replaced as a commuter/errand car. The car has paid for itself in terms of fuel and toll-road savings. Further, it saved my wife about 40…

I typically buy my used cars that have 3-5 years on them with 20K-80K miles of usage. I pick out vehicles that will serve a practical purpose, are about 60% off their original new MSRP, are reliable/DIY friendly, and have a good online car forum support group with a good proportion of high-mileage members.

Can you imagine how lousy the race would be with such equipment?  One cyclist in the lead with technology preventing anyone from passing them.  Every attempt to overtake the leader would result in the brakes engaging.  Meh, there’s enough cheating going on anyways.

We have 3 comforters for 2 queen beds and four duvet covers. We have an inexpensive light Tommy Bahama (a la Costco) for the summer months, a medium comforter for the guest room bed, and a 10 year old luxe Hotel Collection (Macy’s) for the cold months. The light comforter and all duvet covers are machine washable and…

I’ve done really well with buying used vehicles and getting a hell of a lot of value out of them. In 2004, I bought a used 2001 VW Golf TDI with 80K miles on it for $9,500. I still have the car now with 296K miles and had no major issues. In 2012, I bought a used 2007 Lexus Rx400h with 80K miles for $20K. We added…

1) Poach former Tesla engineers.

Probably more than you would think.  I know a lot of people with money that have obscure hobbies.

If I was a little more eccentric, I would buy a one as a lawn ornament...to go next to the washer and dryer.  

Our 2013 Fiat 500e is about 40% more fuel efficient than our 2013 Tesla Model S 85, but it’s also 1,700 lbs lighter, has 33% of the range as the Tesla, and about 33% of the power. Still, it’s a zippy car with the reduction gear and is gem to park in tight spots. We bought both cars used and the Fiat has already paid…

A fraud and a bum?  The simple response is that he’s not fitting into the current Celtics...the same can be said of Hayward.  

I just saw a segment on Smerconish last week about a environmentalist professor of LMU saying he does not promote recycling:

I guess satisfied is satisfied, but I wish the review would differentiate reliability between cosmetic versus drivability. In other words, misaligned of fenders, taillamp condensation, weatherstripping, etc is very different from powertrain issues, water infiltration, stalling, braking issues, etc.

Another tip would be to walk like you’re mad.  Keep a stern face as your march forward; people are more likely to get out of your way.

Do your drains a favor and wipe your hands with a paper towel first.  Water, fat, and soap (and hair) causes blockage in the pipes.  But yeah, that’s good advice.  I do that after working on the car with some pumice soap.  No sense in starting with water because most of the grime on hands are hydrophobic.  

As it stands today it seems like a horrible idea and just an idealistic fantasy at best. California is full of left-lane hogs and the 5 is full of oblivious folks driving slow in the passing lane. I can just imagine all the accidents this is going to cause, let alone the increase in pollution. Aero plays a huge part…

I’m told by aviation-buffs that things can get a bit turbulent as you approach the speed of sound. In this case with the moving walkway analogy, I’m guessing it was smooth sailing because the plane itself was propelled by its own limited power but boosted by the unusual air current.

I thought the car was loaded with fake grills and air ducts, could put the plate many places.

I’d go for a used Tesla Model S with the rear facing seats. It’s designed and built in the US, has wonderful architecture, and be had for under $40K with less than 60K miles on the odometer. My cousin is a fancy architect (worked on the Wilshire Grand, USC, Fresno Courthouse, Jurassic Park Ride...) and recently bought…

I hate seeing folks use the emergency lanes for passing. We lost a few law enforcement officers last year from idiots who decided to speed through emergency lanes to skip a bit of traffic. Emergency lanes often have patrol cars helping disabled vehicles are citing violations.

I might be in the in the minority, but Iike In N Out fries.  I don’t love them, but there’s something about the freshness and watching them made in front of you that makes it seem healthier.  My suggestion is to hedge.  While you want get twice-fried french fries from In N Out, you can ask for well-done or “Wellies”…