Surprising as it may sound, Rolls-Royce has just joined Volvo as the only manufacturers to offer HD radio as a standard feature in every model, meaning that the Ghost and the Phantoms will be getting the feature. Aside from those 2 companies, Mercedes-Benz is starting to roll out the feature as standard in many of its premium feature packages, and Audi has also stated that by 2011 all its models will have it too.

Reports are going around that Rolls Royce could be showing off an electric version of its Phantom super-luxury car on the road before 2010 is over. Word is that the thought of the near-silence of electric propulsion, the fact that full torque is available from a standstill, would be perfectly aligned with Rolls-Royce’s core values. It’s good to see that Rolls-Royce is also working towards making cars more environmentally friendly with this move. Now we just have to wait for them to send us a unit to test drive.

The street-legal Frictionator Ford F650 is no ordinary Ford as it comes equipped with a General Electric J85 Jet Engine, making it the fastest street legal jet truck in the world - or so it is self-proclaimed in that manner, as the afterburner does invalidates that claim somewhat. Don't think a seatbelt and airbags would make me feel safe in this zipping across the ground at top speed though.

Are you still looking for the perfect iPhone dock for your car? The Dual XML8110 Mechless Mobile Audio might be just the thing, where it flips downwards to reveal the presence of an universal iPod dock that juices up both the iPhone or iPod, while playing music from iTunes or other compatible onboard applications into your vehicle stereo. Apart from that, the dock carries controls for the iPhone alongside an integrated AM/FM radio for additional entertainment options. You get 200-watts of power with this $99 device. Hopefully the quality is in there considering the relatively affordable price.

Junior might not have a driving license just yet, but that doesn't mean he cannot zip around in a Junior 35 MPH Classic Corvette. Measuring 2/3rd in scale to that of the gasoline-powered 1956 Corvette C1, and is capable of hitting a top speed of 35 mph. Naturally, it relies on an automatic transmission to get around, where this single shifter will control forwards, neutral and backwards movement. Supporting your kid and his date, it even handles obese kids thanks to a 330 lbs weight limit.

Citroen wants to go green with their C-ZERO car, where it delivers "triple zero" with zero fuel consumption, zero CO2 emission and zero engine noise. Running on a permanent magnet synchronous motor that pumps out 47kW or 64bhp EEC from 3,000 to 6,000rpm, Citroen claims that this ride is able to hit a top speed of 130kph (80mph), while boasting an acceleration rate from 0-100kph (0-62mph) in 15 seconds and 60-90kph (37-56mph) in six seconds. Each full charge is expected to last for approximately 130km (80 miles). Expect to see the Citroen C-ZERO launch in Q4 2010, with no word on pricing just yet.

Renault makes cars, everyone knows that, but how about spas? That ought to get you to sit up for a moment. Having teamed up with cosmetics manufacturer Biotherm, their partnership has yielded the Zoe Z.E. electric car concept that boasts a climate control system which is not too different from that of a spa. Instead of using air conditioning, the Zoe will maintain a cool and hydrated condition inside which is much more forgicing on the skin. It will also shut the car's air vents automatically whenever the integrated toxicity sensor detects one too many free radicals. Diffusion of essential oils created by Biotherm also help maintain a general sense of well being within. Word has it that this concept will enter production as early as 2012, so keep your fingers crossed.

Going green seems to be all the rage, and this fact is not lost on Peugeot with their HYbrid 3 Evolution Scooter concept. Capable of producing low emissions and running on a hybrid engine, this mode of transportation is different from the rest since it will rely on electric motors found in each of its two front wheels, alongside a naturally aspirated engine at the rear backing it up. The motors will be powered by lithium-ion batteries which can be recharged via an onboard regenerative braking mechanism. No idea on whether this will be realized or not, but the world would be better off for it when the former happens.

Toyota's Prius has been a best seller since its inception, with more and more people gaining more awareness about going green. Well, the world's No. 1 automaker is now working on a larger version of its popular Prius hybrid which will also run on a new kind of battery - presumably one that lasts longer, packs in more juice and is lighter (that's the way innovation is supposed to be anyways). This new Prius could be either a station wagon or SUV, and ought to hit the market by the end of 2010. This will also be the first vehicle from Toyota that comes with a lithium-ion battery. It is speculated that the new Prius will retail for around $22,000, but that's about all the details that we are privy to at the moment.

The current credit crunch not affecting you one bit? Then the Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Mission One Electric Sports Motorcycle might be just the set of wheels for you. Built on a similar concept to that of the original Mission One, this Neiman Marcus exclusive ups the ante with its $73,000 price tag, as it is capable of hitting a cool 150 mph top speed with zero carbon emissions. The battery used is capable of offering a range of 150 miles before a charge is required. There will only be 10 of these available worldwide that will come with numbered NM plaques, exclusive wheels and a special paint job.

Truth might be stranger than fiction, and this adage holds true with the OutRun arcade cabinet that has been transformed into a car thanks to Garnet Hertz of the Pasadena Art Center College of Design. He has already installed all the relevant parts including wheels and motors to keep it up and running. An EVT America Electric Trike with electric motors will move the entire arcade cabinet with its "driver", while GPS sensors from an iPhone will be work in tandem with custom software to render out a "map" on the arcade screen in an OutRun style.

Nissan's Scratch Shield paint is currently being licensed to NTT DoCoMo as the latter wants to use the former's technology in their cellphones. This self-healing paint supposedly self-heals fine scratches and can restore the vehicles’ paint surfaces overnight, while more severe cases might take up to a week or so. Apart from that, the Scratch Shield paint is also more scratch-resistant compared to conventional paint, resulting in a more durable and long-lasting paint coat. This would make us less careful with our handsets in the future, and it doesn't bode too well for phone case manufacturers who are currently making tons off iPhone users desperate to prevent but a single scratch on their precious smartphone.

Want to have a really awesome outdoor entertainment vehicle? Well, the Midnight Rider Tundra Tailgater by Brooks & Dunn, designed in partnership with Toyota, certain hits the mark. This vehicle packs a BBQ grill, beer tap, ice chest, 42-inch HDTV and Kicker sound system, perfect for you to kick back in the outdoors and scare all the wildlife away. Would you pick up one of these if you had the funds?