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We've heard of dumping old junkers into lakes, but who'd do that to a Bugatti?
We've got stories from the history of the Bugatti family and business (including how this one ended up at the bottom of Lago Maggiore) and more great pictures, right here: http://www.cartalk.com/blogs/jim-motavalli/art-bugatti-family-saga-stories-attached

Photo: We've heard of dumping old junkers into lakes, but who'd do that to a Bugatti?
We've got stories from the history of the Bugatti family and business (including how this one ended up at the bottom of Lago Maggiore) and more great pictures, right here: http://www.cartalk.com/blogs/jim-motavalli/art-bugatti-family-saga-stories-attached

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about an hour ago

Decode these instructions!

Spotted on a Baldwin oil filter by alert fan Jim.

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2 hours ago

Meet the new GMC "baby" Canyon pickup.
GM calls it small, but parking lot attendants beg to differ, as intrepid Car Talk blogger Jamie Kitman learned the hard way.

A New Definition of "Small"

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American trucks still don’t get great gas mileage and they won’t, but guess what? They’re here to stay. Jamie Kitman on the latest "small" offering from Chevrolet and GMC.

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23 hours ago

Police Use Department Wish List When Deciding Which Assets to Seize. ATTN: Donut shop owners. More Auto News from Car Talk, right here.

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Yesterday

Caption Contest time.

Got a good line for this photo, spotted by David in New Zealand?

h/t to the Odd Vehicle Society.

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November 11

"Why?"

h/t to alert fan Stephen and original poster Renzo: http://bit.ly/11ftBdZ

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November 11

Mel's 1993 Toyota pickup keeps overheating. Her mechanic can't figure it out and has offered to buy it from her. Should she take the offer, or try to figure out what's wrong? Post your advice for Mel here.

Overheating is All in Your Head (Gasket)

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Why is Mel's 1993 Toyota pickup overheating? Tom and Ray's theories, right here.

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November 10

At Tom's memorial service last Thursday, we heard from his eldest daughter, Lydia Magliozzi Icke, who wrote a poem commemorating her life with her dad. We loved her tribute and wanted to share it with you.

Lydia's Eulogy

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Lydia Magliozzi Icke remembers her dad, the way he would want her to: in an epic limerick.

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November 10

Today's Auto News

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New York City reduces speed limit to 25 mph. Pedestrians grateful but would still like you to know, “I’m walkin’ here!” More automotive news, this way.

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November 10

"There are plenty of people in the world who can make us laugh, but laughter is different than joy. Think about all of the comedians who might make you laugh, but who don’t do anything to make you happy. My dad and uncle actually made strangers happier, made their lives better and brighter."

Remembrance by Alex Magliozzi

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A note to Car Talk fans from Tom's son Alex.

Car Talk

November 9

From the staff here at Car Talk plaza, we just wanted to thank you all. This week was hard, but your thoughts, comments and kind words have made it bearable for us here. We've been humbled by hearing about the impact Tom has had on your lives, and grateful to be a part of that. Thank you again for being part of the Car Talk family.

Photo: From the staff here at Car Talk plaza, we just wanted to thank you all. This week was hard, but your thoughts, comments and kind words have made it bearable for us here. We've been humbled by hearing about the impact Tom has had on your lives, and grateful to be a part of that. Thank you again for being part of the Car Talk family.

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November 8

To all of you who have written in via email, facebook or shared a comment in our guest book, thank you.

Tom’s son, Alex, speaking at Tom’s funeral on Thursday, made a point of saying how incredibly cathartic it was for him to stay up hal...f the night after his father had died, reading loving tributes about his Dad from people he didn’t even know.

If you haven't yet, we're still collecting these memories to share with the Magliozzi family. See More

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November 8

That about sums it up!

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November 8

That credit card story Ray shared this morning? That really happened. Here's the evidence!

If you missed Ray's tribute to his brother this morning, you can hear it here: http://www.cartalk.com/content/1445-tommy-riposa-pace

Photo: That credit card story Ray shared this morning? That really happened. Here's the evidence!

If you missed Ray's tribute to his brother this morning, you can hear it here: http://www.cartalk.com/content/1445-tommy-riposa-pace

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November 8

Ever wonder where Tommy got his laugh?

On today's show, Ray shared a memory of their mother joining them in the studio. Listening to mother and sons laugh together was one of our favorite moments from Ray's tribute today.

It runs in the family - here are Tom and Ray with both their parents.

Photo: Ever wonder where Tommy got his laugh?

On today's show, Ray shared a memory of their mother joining them in the studio. Listening to mother and sons laugh together was one of our favorite moments from Ray's tribute today.

It runs in the family - here are Tom and Ray with both their parents.

Car Talk

November 8

And just how did Tom convince his beloved nephew to surrender Ray's credit card?

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November 8

More wisdom from Tom from today's show! — with Jack Butler.

Photo: More wisdom from Tom from today's show!

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November 8

And keep the chips and dip coming!

As Read: HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHOM TO MARRY?

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How do you decide whom to marry? "You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming." Alan, age 10 "No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it…

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November 8

This morning on Car Talk, Ray will be remembering his brother Tom.

We're going to grab a cappuccino (just like Tommy taught us), and get ready to listen and laugh along with them. (And maybe cry.) We hope you'll join us. — with Mark Alston-Follansbee and 4 others.

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November 7

Tomorrow, on stations all around the country, Ray will be taking an hour to remember his brother Tom, who passed away Monday from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.

The show will feature some of Tom’s funniest moments from nearly thir...ty years of Car Talk. We’ve pulled together moments that are "classic Tom”— his wacko theories, his insights on callers’ lives, and his unique take on life. And, of course, no shortage of his great laughter.

We hope you can join us. See More

— with Brian Quirk.

Photo: Tomorrow, on stations all around the country, Ray will be taking an hour to remember his brother Tom, who passed away Monday from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.

The show will feature some of Tom’s funniest moments from nearly thirty years of Car Talk. We’ve pulled together moments that are "classic Tom”— his wacko theories, his insights on callers’ lives, and his unique take on life. And, of course, no shortage of his great laughter.

We hope you can join us.

Car Talk was with Jack Butler.

November 7

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November 7

For the mechanics and DIY-ers out there - we laughed out loud when we read Matthew's plan to remember Tommy before this weekend's show. (And we could all use a laugh this week!)

We think it's a fitting send-off. Details here if you want to join him: