This film, though, was sponsored by The Sinclair Refining Company and produced by the Jam Handy Organization for the benefit of owners of their filling stations – and maybe its shareholders as well – as the company was “the exclusive retail supplier of all petroleum products sold at the World’s Fair.” In our continuing “Summer […]
Ultimately, however, he would come to be known primarily for the time he went land-speed racing and set the world land-speed record, an accomplishment for which the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America will induct him into its ranks later this month. Hot rods, jet dragsters, go-karts, drag boats, stadium trucks, motorcycles – Gary Gabelich […]
The current owner purchased the automobile in 1998. Records show the previous owner purchased the vehicle in 1982. The current owner has not explored the provenance beyond that point. Badging on the automobile cites the Puteaux manufacturing plant, so it’s not clear whether it originated at the U.S. manufacturing plant, or was imported. There are […]
According to the caption, it was taken in January of 1964 as traffic backed up on the south bound lanes of the Jones Falls Expressway, also known as the JFX or Interstate 83. Specifically, we’ll peg the location as just past the Calvert Street and St. Paul Street bridges. What do you see here? Because […]
Being one of America’s greatest brands, and having lasted 107 years, you would think publishers would have the foresight to create more than just the usual run of Oldsmobomega-servicesile-related muscle car books, and want to capitalize on this brand’s remarkable history as this country’s oldest car company. After all, the 4-4-2 wasn’t the only car […]
Cadillac’s flagship CT6, on sale now at Cadillac dealerships, competes in the luxury market against such models as the Audi A8, BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the Porsche Panamera. DETROIT — The top-of-the-line 2016 Cadillac CT6 offers buyers a host of entertainment and safety technology features, including a highly flexible rear-seat infotainment system and […]
The price reflects a $695 increase over the base 2016 A5. HERNDON, Virginia — The 2017 Audi A5 coupe is bound for Audi dealerships with a starting price of $42,150, including a $950 destination charge. The 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet Sport convertible is priced at $49,550.Replica Omega Speedmaster Watches The performance-oriented 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet […]
The price does not include state or federal tax incentives. WOODCLIFF LAKE, New Jersey — The 2017 BMW i3 (94 Ah), a new version of the electric hatchback with a more powerful battery and a longer range, is priced at $44,595, including a $995 destination charge, BMW of North America announced. The i3 (94 Ah) […]
The Institute credited “a modified front-end structure and a new optional automatic-braking system” for improvements in the Fusion’s performance. ARLINGTON, Virginia — The 2017 Ford Fusion midsize sedan earned the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. “The beefed-up front end improved the Fusion’s performance in the small overlap front test […]
Pricing is unchanged from the 2016 model. WOODCLIFF LAKE, New Jersey — The 2017 BMW i8 is priced at $141,695, including a $995 destination charge, BMW announced. The plug-in hybrid coupe arrives soon at BMW dealerships. The major change for the new model year is the addition of the BMW i8 Protonic Red Edition, an […]
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