WuFlu Apples and WWII Oranges?
A reader brings up the use of the "we're at war!" trope being used to justify the metastasizing medical police state. In a way, it's true - but in a very...
To All Republicans
The Chimp pursed his pouty lips and announced that he'd "decided" - and you Republicans (you conservatives) didn't object. Many of you actually cheered. So, please - don't complain when Obama...
The Emperor’s Speech
The other night, Emperor Palpatine gave his State of the Empire speech. You know, the Sith Lord from Star Wars. He channeled his Dark Presence right into the Capitol Building, where...
Speed Averages
Few people with working brains respect the obviously stupid. Which explains why almost everyone disrespects posted speed limits ... by ignoring them.
Any law or edict that is almost universally ignored can be safely presumed...
The Elon Mordita
Extortion is illegal provided you call it that. If you call it something else - “emissions credits,” for instance - then it’s ok.
Tesla just extorted several hundred million dollars from FiatChrysler...
The MPGe Scam
You've no doubt heard the joke. About how your actual mileage will . . . vary.
Everyone knows this means: Expect to get less than whatever the EPA advertises on the new...
Sail Fawn Big Brother
I probably won't be able to write new car reviews come next year - or the year after. Because I probably won't be able to drive the damn things anymore. Maybe...
Poor Ol’ Clover!
Here, just for fun, is one of Indefatigable Clover's latest eructations. It was eructed in response to my article explaining why mandatory car insurance is immoral. Indefatigable Clover is unable to...
The Squeegee Man
If you've ever lived in a big city, you've probably had to deal with the squeegee man.
He approaches your car - even though you have not called him over. Without asking...
When Saaaaaaaafety Isn’t . . . And You Don’t Get a Choice
The problem with saaaaaaaaaaaafety - the mandated by government variety - is that sometimes, it’s not. Which brings up the real problem, which is that our safety is put at risk...