Warehouse Full of Barn Find Cars & Train Goes to Auction
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Stop what you’re doing right now and check out this insane auction that is going on in Alabama. Some 50
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February 14, 2000 – Chrysler PT Cruiser begins production
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Ah, everyone’s favorite car to hate on, the Chrysler PT Cruiser began production on this day in 2000 for the
February 13, 1991 – Production of the retro Nissan Figaro is announced
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On the heels of the BE-1, S-Cargo and PAO, on February 13, 1991, Nissan announced a fourth car would be
February 12, 1877 – Louis Renault is born
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Louis Renault was a man of few words, but his achievements spoke volumes. Born in Paris on this day in
February 11, 1959 – NASCAR great Marshall Teague killed in speed record attempt
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Marshall Teague walked unannounced into the Detroit offices of Hudson Motor Car Company and left with a sponsor for his
How to Choose the Right Car Seat for Maximum Safety on the Road
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As a parent, your priority is ensuring your child’s safety while on the road. Choosing the right car seat for
February 3, 2016 – Toyota announces the end of Scion
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After a failed attempt to attract younger buyers directly to the Toyota, the Japanese automaker launched Scion with a debut
Cash for Clunkers in California: Economic Benefits and Environmental Debate
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The Cash for Clunkers program, officially titled the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), was designed to stimulate economic activity by
The Importance of Turbo Coolant Hose Inspection and Replacement
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Maintaining optimal performance in a vehicle relies heavily on the integrity of its various components, and among these, the cooling
January 28, 1896 – The first speeding ticket
January 28, 2024
In early 1896 the speed limit in London was a blazing 2 mph (3 km). With automobiles being so new,
January 25, 1906 – Anton “Toni” Ulmen, winner of first race at the Nürburgring, is born
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Anton “Toni” Ulmen, born on January 25, 1906, in Düsseldorf, Germany, was a prominent German motorcycle and racing driver whose
Exploring Land Rover’s Historical Milestones: A Journey Through Time and Leasing
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Beginning our journey through Land Rover’s history, we witness strength and elegance mixed with ingenuity. The transformation of Land Rover
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January 23, 2024
On January 23, 1914, the world welcomed Alex Tremulis. He would grow up and become beloved for his creative genius,
January 21, 1862 – Opel is founded
January 21, 2024
At the time of Opel’s founding on this day in 1862 by Adam Opel, the business manufactured sewing machines in
January 20, 1909 – GM buys into Oakland Motor Car Company, later becomes Pontiac
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After just one year of production, Oakland Motor Car Company principal founder Edward Murphy sold half the company to General
The Next Hot Collector Car: Chrysler Minivans
January 19, 2024
Sometimes you just have to make bold predictions, and this is one of those times. If you’re in the market
January 19, 2010 – First official photos of the new Mini Countryman released
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First introduced in 1959 by the British Motor Corporation, the original Mini designed by Alec Issigonis captured hearts and minds
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