Exotic vehicles can rack up histories that are as flamboyant as their lines, but not many can match the drama of a lost factory prototype that ended up being hunted down somewhere north of the Arctic Circle. Back in 1993, Lamborghini released the Diablo SE30 to commemorate the company’s 30th birthday a stripped-down, lighter take […]
Stellantis Expands Belvidere Plant Investment to Over $800 Million for Next-Gen Cherokee
Belvidere Assembly Plant named Jeep Cherokee home By David Thorne Stellantis said Monday that its idled Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois will soon be back producing vehicles with plans to make it Stellantis’s North American home for the next-generation Jeep Cherokee. The decision gives the iconic plant a firm place in the larger North American […]
Jay Leno Explores the Rare 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator Cobra Jet
Here’s one American automotive enthusiast’s take: A year before Detroit would pull the plug on the traditional American muscle car, Mercury offered a serious contender-at least in 1969-by mating big-time V8 grunt with all the refinement people associate with the Mercury badge. Although the Cougar Eliminator would never match the popular appeal of the Ford […]
10 Common Issues and Hidden Challenges of Modern Smart Cars
The modern smart car is becoming commonplace in traffic dense cities. These small and economical cars with the driving technologies in the cabin for ease of urban driving can be traced to concepts like the Swatch and Mercedes-Benz co-development. In recent days they have grown to become sophisticated and modern electric-powered vehicles with electronic, digitally […]
Exploring the Vintage Automotive Gems of Turner’s Auto Wrecking in Fresno California
Stepping into Turner’s Auto Wrecking, in Fowler, Calif., would not even immediately bring to mind the common salvage yard where old cars sit until being crushed; it would be more like walking through an outdoor automotive museum. Owned and operated by Jerry Turner, who opened it in 1960, the family business stands on acres and […]
When Detroit Steel Meets Modern Traffic: A 1973 Chrysler New Yorker Survives a Multi-Car Crash
On an almost identical level to the “modern mini van vs an old american truck,” a stark motor vehicle collision in the area south of Detroit generated images quickly devoured by the Internet. A relatively new compact Kia was annihilated in the frontal section, as its massive opponent, a 1973 Chrysler New Yorker, suffered negligible […]
10 Iconic Aircraft That Refused to Retire and Kept Flying for Decades
Aviation history is filled with technological leaps, but some legendary aircraft have shown remarkable staying power. Built around demanding missions and practical requirements, these airframes have continued flying long after newer designs appeared. Their longevity comes from durable engineering, adaptable designs, and the ability to remain useful as aviation needs change. From strategic bombers and […]
Ten Charismatic American Warplanes Engineering the Jet Age of the 1960s
The 1960s was the Golden Age of US military aviation. This was the era in which airplane builders weren’t afraid of taking great risks in order to create aircraft that were faster and had higher ceilings and greater range than ever before and had capabilities that made fighting possible within air-to-air engagements at very high […]
10 Discontinued Pickups and Trucks That Left a Lasting Legacy on the Market
Automotive history was filled with various trucks that became iconic and special in the hearts of the owners. They became popular due to their ability to solve the problems of hauling, the unusual design, enhanced performance, and unique technologies. Although some of them failed to become bestsellers and stop at the edges of innovation, today […]
Mercedes-AMG Drivers File Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Seat Logo Burn Hazard
Now, a class-action lawsuit in California has brought a seemingly minor detail found in specific Mercedes-AMG vehicles to light. It’s reported that two drivers claim metal AMG emblems “hot” to the touch on the driver/front passenger seats heat up significantly in direct sunlight. They further assert that these metallic inlays where a person might rest […]