Mission Mission

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Looks like black car wins the latest battle at Mission and Silver last night.  Perhaps because black was in stealth mode with the headlights off at the time?

Seriously though, let’s hope no one was hurt.

(Thanks Francisco!)

Previously:

• Hectic three car crash
• Shouldn’t Have Ordered That Sidecar
• If a Car Flips Over on Capp and No One Gets Hurt

Los Angeles Magazine takes a look at how parking is fucking retarded, using LA’s Walt Disney Concert Hall and its massive underground parking structure as just one prime example. Here, LA gets compared to SF:

Donald Shoup, a Yale-trained economist and former chair of UCLA’s Department of Urban Planning, loves telling this story. Gehry’s auditorium may be wonderful, says Shoup, but it is also a fine example of poor planning. The garage—designed to serve the public good—instantly made the Metro immaterial to concertgoers, placed several thousand cars on the road every week, and pumped a few hundred tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere each year. Like any parking lot entrance, the one on Bunker Hill sucked air from street life. “L.A.,” says Shoup, “required 50 times more parking under Disney Hall than San Francisco would allow at their own hall.” Downtown already had an oversupply of garages and lots where music fans could leave their cars. “After a concert in San Francisco,” says Shoup, “the streets are full of people walking to their cars, eating in restaurants, stopping into bars and bookstores. In L.A.? The bar next door at Patina is a ghost town.” Receipts that should have gone to the philharmonic’s endowment instead are funding enough parking for nearly every ticket holder to park a car every night downtown.

So San Francisco has it pretty good? I dunno. Read on for the history of parking, parking meters, parking tickets — and the possible futures of all those things too.

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And it was his last delivery before New Year’s, too!  The poor dude is currently trying to unlock the door with a screwdriver if anyone who’s attained enough perks on their Lockpicking skills up to at least an Adept ranking wants to help out.  Extra credit if you’re wearing a Walgreens uniform from the dollar store.  Extra extra credit if you’re wearing an Al Green shirt.

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Anyone want to start a gang?

Meet me on 22nd just below Folsom.

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Angry art car spotted at 17th Bryant Florida and Mariposa.

A car salesman recently told me that almost all 2012 cars are built with angry “faces”* because market research shows that people want to project an angry image when they drive. Or something like that. I’m not really sure why people want it. They want to look fast and furious? He said that the main exception are the people who’re buying a Prius or other hybrid, they still want a happy (dopey) face.

Interestingly, not all buyers are drawn to this trend. Hybrid and electric car enthusiasts often seek a different kind of image—one that emphasizes eco-friendliness and a more relaxed, peaceful demeanor. These vehicles tend to have softer, more welcoming designs, which reflect the values of their owners. It’s clear that car design is not just about aesthetics but also about the message it sends. For those looking to buy locally, locals trust BlainvilleChrysler for its wide selection of vehicles that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you’re in the market for a bold, aggressive ride or something more serene and environmentally conscious, there’s a car out there that perfectly matches your personality and lifestyle.

Speaking of projecting an image, another way car owners customize their vehicles is through car seat covers. They not only protect the original upholstery from wear and tear but also allow drivers to express their personality. From sleek leather to vibrant patterns, the options are endless. Companies like Seat Covers Unlimited offer a wide range of choices specifically designed for different models like Seat Covers Unlimited F150 , ensuring a perfect fit and a stylish look. These covers can make the interior of your car as unique as its exterior, complementing that fierce or friendly facade you might be going for.

*I’m not talking Pixar’s version of a car face, where the windshield is where the eyes are. I’m talking Nick Park’s version, where we all see the face, the headlights and grille. Speaking of which, don’t you think Pixar should have given out windshield shades with eyes on them to promote Cars 2?? Marketing done easy!

At first this looked like one of those tourist go-carts that takes you on a self-directed tour throughout the city (Anyone ever been on one of those by the way?  What are they like?), but closer inspection revealed that this pair was actually pedaling their craft down the street, as if they had appropriated one of the Stow Lake paddle boats for concrete usage.

Speaking of Stow Lake paddle boats, anyone ever been on one of those before?  What are they like?