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This article from CNet is a sobering report on the effect of COVID-19 on the US auto industry. It is difficult to imagine what the US and the world will look like when we get through this but we will get through this. All that matters now is that we save a s many lives as possible. The good news is that GM, Ford and Tesla are going to produce respirators and much needed protection equipment for front-line medical staff. COVID-19 Resources CDC - for all the latest information and up [...more]

According to the latest JD Power dependability survey Genesis takes the top spot followed by Lexus and Buick. Great write up here from Autoblog. Watch this report for CNBC https://youtu.be/mL5IOKTlnfk

Every mile, the average car tire rotates about 1,000 times, depending on its overall diameter. Every rotation, car tires leave just a little bit of rubber behind, gradually wearing down the tire treads. Eventually, car tires that started with 12/32” of tread depth will slough off all that “extra” rubber and you’ll end up with “bald tires.” Now, considering that NASCAR and drag races are run with slick tires, basically tires with no tread, it might seem logical that your plain-Jane commuter [...more]

The 1968 Ford Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the movie Bullitt just sold a for a record $3.70 million. Whoa! the current owner's Dad bought it in 1974 $3500. That is some ROI!... The car now holds the record for the most expensive Mustang sold at auction replacing the 1967 Shelby GT500 that sold for $2.2 last year. See the details here https://www.cnn.com/2020/01/10/cars/bullitt-mustang-auction-record-price/index.html

We’ve been in the SUV age for just about a decade – the last time cars outsold trucks and SUVs was in 2009 – and there’s no surer indicator than the sales numbers this year. This year, a whopping 70 percent of sales have been SUVs and pickup trucks, and some automakers are responding by expanding their SUV lineup. Of course, this also means fewer small and mid-size sedans are being produced, making new cars harder to find than their taller, fatter, and thirstier relatives. American automaker [...more]

What makes a good gift? Almost everyone knows what a bad gift is, something that shows you didn’t put much thought into the relationship and needs of the people involved. Deciding on a good gift requires effort and a real understanding of what the receiver will appreciate and value from the giver. Are new tires a good gift idea? Possibly, but just like cold hard cash, gift cards, and ugly sweaters, new tires, as a gift, depend on the people involved. When thinking about gift ideas, some fill a [...more]

After a record breaking year in 2018, this year 2019 has also seen some heady numbers for cars sold at auction. Some unusual cars like the 1931 Duesenberg Model J fetched a price of $11.5million. The usual Ferrari's and Bugatti's reached big numbers. Check out this article for more on all 50 cars https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/classic-cars/the-50-most-expensive-cars-ever-sold-at-auction/ss-AAIWo0o?ocid=spartanntp#image=4 If you do not have millions to spend on the car check out our g [...more]

When most people think of Fall car care, especially in the North, they think of putting on Winter tires, checking the engine cooling system, and testing the battery and charging system. On the other hand, when squirrels think of preparing for Winter, they’re looking for somewhere to stash food and a warm place to build a nest. While prepping your car for Winter, be sure to take steps to keep squirrels from nesting in your car! Squirrels and Rodents and Cars Four-legged creatures generally [...more]

It's that time of year again. For most of the country winter is here. While the images of a white Christmas and children playing in the snow are nice to think about the reality is not so charming. The harsh winter cold, snow and ice can wreak havoc on your home and your car. Fortunately there are some things that you can do to prepare. Finding the best winter tires depends a lot on where you live. Areas that receive no snow or ice will probably be fine with all-weather tires. On the other hand, [...more]

Still the world's best selling sports coupe the Ford Mustang broke another record, on the 7th of September Ford’s Lommel Proving Ground, 1326 Mustang's met and roared onto the grounds with 20 meters between each vehicle. All generations were represented. The previous record was set in Toluca, Mexico on December 3, 2017, when 960 vehicles from all generations gathered. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wijRBAmSi9o&feature=youtu.be

Watch this classic Buick Riviera with custom Lexani forged wheels just beautiful. From LexaniTV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WlgrSXFnI78

Many would agree that we do not live in a fair and just world. It does seem like the universe has ways of redeeming itself though. Through a Swiss corruption investigation, the opulent vice president of Equatorial New Guinea, Teodorin Nguema Obiang, had his possessions seized. Just one glance at the objects repossessed shows that this vice president was certainly living the high life prior to his conviction. Teodorin is the son of the president of Equatorial New Guinea, Teodoro Obiang Nguema [...more]

Watch the boys from the Grand Tour have a lot of fun with their RV demolition derby. After a great adventure they trashed their RV's in the derby. https://twitter.com/thegrandtour/status/1103218662109077504 You can catch the Grand Tour series on Amazon Prime. Follow them on Twitter https://twitter.com/thegrandtour/

The pickup truck is as American as bald eagles and apple pie. And among the many pickup trucks on the market, there’s no truck more iconic than the Ford F-150. It’s a truck with a long history. There’s a reason that truck owners hold onto their Ford trucks for so long. The Original F Series Ford built its very first pickup trucks way back in 1917. It was called the Ford Model TT and had a capacity of one ton. That’s not much by today’s standards, but back then it was considered a feat of [...more]

Mention contact sports, and most immediately reference American football, jiu-jitsu, kickboxing, rugby, roller derby, or karate – contact is a major part of the game. Other sports qualify, too, like association football (soccer), field hockey, baseball, and NASCAR – contact happens. Usually, contacting another racer in NASCAR or IROC might do more harm than good, but what if we just pulled out all the stops and went full-contact? The history is a little hazy, but one demolition derby ori [...more]

NASCAR race cars haven’t been “stock” since the late-80s, but they attempt to stay relevant to Joe Everyman and his daily driver. Under the skin, whether it’s a Dodge Charger, Toyota Camry, Chevy Impala, or any other model, all NASCAR vehicles are practically identical. Still, racing technology often makes its way back to our daily drivers, for better power, stability, fuel economy, handling, safety, you name it. Transferring power to the asphalt is where Goodyear Tires has made its mark, criti [...more]

I have never been someone to show a strong interest in cars. Discussions about anything automotive-related have long bored me. Going into a tire or repair shop has always just been an errand to me. I have often associated tire shops with drab concrete walls and misery. So when my boyfriend had us stop by the Performance Plus Tire store in Long Beach, I did not have particularly high expectations. I initially understood the Performance Plus Tire shop to be a store more geared towards niche au [...more]

Chances are good that, if you are one of nearly a quarter-million registered drivers in the United States, you just might love cars. We’re not talking about just driving cars, as the millions of drivers put on an average of over 13,000 miles per year, but someone who loves driving, someone who loves engines and transmission and car bodies and everything with four wheels and an engine. Now, it’s one thing to love cars, and maybe you even get to work on your own cars, detailing, upgrading, mai [...more]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCY_Wjstea0 The 1990’s were a simpler time, full of windbreakers, scrunchies, brown lipstick, and sitcoms. One of the decade’s staples were The Spice Girls. Every teenage girl in the 90’s knew of the Spice Girls. The British pop group was a worldwide sensation immediately after their widely successful breakout single “Wannabe” was released in 1996. The group’s star power was solidified with the 1997 release of the movie Spice World. On June 14 and 15, all Sp [...more]

The 1980s was a strange time for the automobile, with the United States fresh from the throes of the Oil Crisis. Some really bad cars were made in those years, but a few legendary cars from that decade are worth a look. Hagerty Insurance says Mustangs, Firebirds, Camaros, and Corvettes are in decent supply, with plenty of parts and aftermarket support for restoration enthusiasts, but what about something even more special? Lamborghini Countach was first unveiled at the 1971 Geneva Motor Show [...more]

We are saddened to announce that Lee Iacocca has passed away at the age of 94. A remarkable auto designer and businessman, he saved Chrysler from bankruptcy back in 1979. Deemed the father of the Ford Mustang, he contributed to the design and launch of the famous car, along with many other automobiles. Today, we celebrate his professional accomplishments and contributions to American car market. Throughout his career, Lee fostered innovation within the automotive industry. After original [...more]

We’re always on the go, but staying up to the minute with business, entertainment, or friends can sometimes be a hassle. At your desktop or on your smartphone, information and interaction is available at a moment’s notice, but in a car can be difficult, if not dangerous. Android Auto aims to keep you focused on the road, get you to your destination, and keep you connected to your life while you’re on the road. Of course, this isn’t to say that Android Auto is some magic bullet. Inde [...more]

Like most automakers and many other companies, Ford Motor Company took a huge hit during the financial crisis of 2007 and 2008. Ford stock bottomed out in January 2009, just like many other companies, but managed to stay afloat. While most companies are clawing their way back to profitability, Ford’s comeback hasn’t been encouraging. Taking, for example, the comparison between the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Ford Motor Company, things seemed to be improving in sync for a few years. Sin [...more]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ8mD31jkoU&feature=youtu.be This is not the story of just any man, but one who overcame great odds to fulfill a dream. He’s been immortalized in records, books, film, the International Motorsports Hall of Fame, and even a postage stamp: Niki Lauda, perhaps Formula 1’s greatest legend. Born into a prominent Austrian banking family in 1949, Niki Lauda eventually determined he had no interest in plying the family business. Instead, against his family’s [...more]

NITTO Tires is all about the enthusiasts, particularly since the company’s renaissance in the mid-1990s. Though always a small company, NITTO made its mark when it started asking drivers what they wanted, and then delivering. Today, NITTO sells tires for all kinds of vehicles, from luxury cruisers and agile sports cars to highway commuters and off-road trucks and SUVs. NITTO offers more innovation in tires than most companies. NITTO tire si [...more]