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Rev for old-school speed no match for mileage highs
“So it's the warp-speed indicator?”
Face time with the Dodge Challenger, the Ford Shelby GT500, the Camaro Bumblebee. via Denver Post
Automakers struggle to meet demand for eco-friendly models with performance
“If anything, the hype right now is just as strong, if not higher, just because we're finally unveiling this vehicle.”
Automakers are facing a strange dilemma these days: Consumers say they want green fuel-sipping, eco-friendly vehicles. via Slam Sports
GM designer's thrill: Creating new Hot Wheels
“They took some chances on design and did things they are unable to do in their day jobs”
DETROIT - General Motors designer Amaury Diaz Serrano still remembers the day in 1968 when his father bought him his first Hot Wheels car - a blue Camaro - at a Sears in his native Puerto Rico. via WisInfo
GM designer's thrill: Creating new Hot Wheels
“They took some chances on design and did things they are unable to do in their day jobs”
DETROIT - General Motors designer Amaury Diaz Serrano still remembers the day in 1968 when his father bought him his first Hot Wheels car - a blue Camaro - at a Sears in his native Puerto Rico. via WisInfo
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Fresh metal and green machines
You eye the sculpted coupe du jour and imagine sliding into its soft, leather seats. As you stride toward it, your eyes meet those of a salesman across the way. He's armed with pitches and you're just looking. Can you handle him?
The Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Show is a chance for a little less talk and a lot more action. Roughly 200 cars will be displayed in three adjacent Lehigh University venues -- Stabler Arena, Rauch Field House and the West Pavilion -- today through Sunday, giving enthusiasts a chance to admire some rather exquisite machinery in a low-pressure setting. Read more
Report: Ford approves new rear-wheel-drive car platform
Ford has given the green light to a new vehicle platform that will underpin several new cars, insiders familiar with Ford's plans have reported. via Left Lane News
Boss 302, Orange/Black, Manual, 80K miles, Clear Title, I want $5000 for the car, email for pictures/details: michael37@live.com / 9102172 recommend 1970 Ford Mustang to a friend Do you know someone who may be ... via The Telluride Watch
Most Popular at Muscle Mustang & Fast Fords 1971 mustang convertable purchased Dec 20th 2006. via Muscle Mustangs & Fast Fords
2009 Dodge Challenger Has Retro Muscle, Two Hemi V8s and Beefy Manual ...
The 2008 Challenger SRT8 that was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show offered a glimpse of Dodge's top-dog muscle car, but we're finally able to take a closer look at the entry and mid-level 2009 SE and R/T ... via Popular Mechanics
Ford Launches 'Warriors in Pink' Mustang for '09, Doubles Contributions To Race For The Cure
“Thanks to the tremendous response from our dealers and customers to the 2008 'Warriors in Pink' Mustang, we knew we needed to continue offering the package, and we are happy to be able to increase our support for the Cure at the same time”
NEW YORK, March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford Motor Company , which has dedicated more than $95 million in cash and in-kind contributions for breast cancer education and research for 14 years, announces ... via Earth Times
Global Rear Drive: Ford Dithers
Here's the magic ingredient behind Ford Australia's FG Falcon - a straightforward but low cost independent rear suspension. via Motor Trend
1965 Ford Mustang Fastback Taking America in Galloping Strides
"Mustang fever" swept across America in 1964 when Ford unleashed an entirely new brand of roadster with unbridled spirit - the pony car. via Associated Content
Jaguar XF not flashy enough? Galpin's got you covered
You may have heard of Galpin Auto Sport before. They're the ones responsible for creating the K.I.T.T. Shelby GT 500 KR replicas for the Knight Rider made-for-television movie. via Motor Trend
Excitement Builds As Ford Racing Delivers First Batch Of FR500s Race Cars
“We have a terrific mix of participants that bring experience from various forms of racing, including the Grand Am KONI Challenge Series, which should produce exciting, fender-to-fender racing.”
The inaugural Ford Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup racing series held its first official event this past weekend with 19 entrants taking delivery of their new Mustang FR500S race cars in a special program ... via Paddock Talk
CHSE holds Learning Leap 2008 fundraiser
“So we wanted to have more available in the classroom because the more interest there is, the more they'll participate and want to learn.”
Teachers and staff at Conway High School East have recently been encouraging the community to help students leap into learning. via Log Cabin Democrat
The 2008 Dodge Challenger: Bold. Brazen. Bodacious.
“They're meant to create downforce to help the driver maintain on-track handling and balance”
Larry Printz Spotlight Believe it or not, the muscle car wars have returned. Dodge has fired the first salvo with the introduction of the 2008 Challenger SRT8. via PilotOnline.com
Ford Mustang 2007 Model Doesnt Stand Up to Original
As soon as I graduated from college in June, I ran down to the Ford dealer with my diploma and my written job offer from a major company. via Associated Content
Retro's risky, but Fiat's 500 gets it right
IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS... Retro's risky, but Fiat's 500 gets it right March 3, 2008 By Sean O'Grady When it comes to cars, retro is risky. via Motoring.co.za
Teens Say They'd Most Like to Drive a Mustang
“Beetle is only popular among teen girls, not teen guys or any 20-something, regardless of gender”
When you're young, fun takes priority over function. Once age sets in, function gets the nod. via Kicking Tires