A Race for Very Strong Hearts. . . and Heads: The Valparaiso Cerro Abajo

This video comes from the Valparaiso, Chile Cerro Abajo, literally "downhill," bicycle race. I love the dog scampering out of the way in the middle of the run. Just watching I reflexively tuck-in my fingers and elbows. Except for the recent tsunami images from Japan, this is the most terrifying thing I've ever seen. Unlike the tsunami videos, the people involved in the Cerro Abajo Race chose to be a part of it. Thanks to Axis of Oversteer for pointing us to the most visually stunning and insane images anywhere.

2010 Ford Escape with bumper cover damaged

Today's Car of the Day is a 2010 Ford Escape that came in with damage to the rear bumper cover. Almost Everything Autobody removed the bumper cover and step pad to repair the dent and scrapes. Almost Everything Autobody sanded the bumper and painted with the Factory Platinum paint service that matches the manufacture paint on the SUV. Almost Everything Autobody color sand and polish for a factory finish.

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BMW i8 Hybrid Prototype Spyshots

Videos of disguised BMW Vision Hybrid Prototype actually running in snow. The Vision ED (Efficient Dynamics) concept, premiered at the Frankfurt Auto Show and has been seen at a number of venues and mainstream press for over a year. These spy shots seem to confirm that it is something more than a concept. BMW recently announced plans for a new sub-brand to be called BMW i-Brand. I-Brand vehicles will be electric and plug-in hybrids. The Vision prototype is said to be the first actual product and flagship for the new brand. Autoblog and Automobile Magazine and BMWBlog.com all say it is the BMW i8. BMW i vehicles are scheduled to be on sale in 2013.