Monthly Archives: November 2007

Rumor: BMW Isetta to be reborn?

Jalopnik: BMW to Build New Isetta Minicar?
BMW to bring back Isetta bubble car
As you can see from the two articles above, it appears that BMW may bring back the the car that, according to legend, saved the company from extinction in post-WWII Europe.  The original ‘bubble car’ BMW Isetta got 60 miles per gallon out [...]

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For the Love of Tools: Hands-on Looj Review + Robot Carnage!

I received my iRobot Looj just before Thanksgiving.  So, while I was on a ladder to hang Christmas lights, I tried it out. 
When I received it, I immediately opened it.  The Looj was well packaged, no extra rattling or shaking.  I was a little disappointed to find that the battery ships uncharged, but all batteries [...]

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Home for the Holidays: Giving Thanks

Dorky Dad reminds us what this holiday is all about: Giving thanks.  Seriously, you need to read what he wrote.  Even if you don’t know him (and I don’t) it might bring tears to your eyes.  So, what is der5er thankful for? 

Family:  This year, more than ever, I’m thankful for my family.  In the past, [...]

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Home for the Holidays: Time to Carve the Turkey!

It’s almost Thanksgiving!  We have many traditions in our house on Turkey Day, but one of my favorites is carving the turkey.  This task always seems to fall to the man of the house, and, of course, that’s me!  I’m definitely not an expert, and I’m always looking to improve upon this skill that I [...]

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