[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Someone once said, “History isn’t what it used to be!” the idea being that our perception of history evolves. This is also true about our perception of automobiles — remember how popular Model Ts were? What about the 1955-57 Chevrolet being the top collectible in the hobby, yet today others have been pruned…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Britain’s back-to-basics sports-car manufacturer Caterham is preparing for a future without petrol engines. 0 View 5 images The switch to electric power has now roped in one of Britain’s oldest sports-car manufacturers. Niche sports-car company Caterham – well known among car enthusiasts for its back-to-basics designs – is reportedly planning to build its first…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] You too can look like royalty, with Queen frontman Freddie Mercury’s Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow set to cross the auction block this weekend. 0 View 12 images A 1974 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow formerly owned by Queen frontman Freddie Mercury is bound for auction in London, UK on November 5, with proceeds from the sale set…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The Electra was Buick’s oft-graceful flagship series that was the favorite of dentists from 1959-90. Though the spirit of the Electra more recently lived on in the Lacrosse, the market decided four-door sedans were old hat and it was discontinued (though the Lacrosse lives on in China). But what is that I hear,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A car Queen Elizabeth didn’t just ride in but actually drove could soon be yours. UK-based Historic Auctioneers will sell a 2009 Jaguar X-Type Estate first owned by the late monarch later this month. The vehicle may not be as exciting as some of today’s powerful performance wagons, but if you’re in the…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The first weekend of the month is usually one of the busiest for local car events. We’re sharing a few to keep your eye on, as well as some resources to find your own events nearby. If you are part of an upcoming car event, drop the information in the comments and we’ll…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Ram is apparently running behind schedule with its electric pickup truck. The electric Ram 1500 concept was supposed to debut this fall. It won’t. On Tuesday, Stellantis announced the Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept will debut on Jan. 5 at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas while releasing a teaser sketch…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] With the final planning taking place ahead of 9 November’s unveiling of the all-new Volvo EX90, the Chinese owned Swedish automaker has hinted once again of a smaller SUV positioned below the XC40 becoming a reality sooner than later. Reportedly tipped to wear the EX30 designation, the newcomer will expand the EX moniker…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Back in February, I traveled in my 1992 Acura Integra GS-R from Phoenix, Arizona to Burbank, California to taking part in taping for an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage on CNBC. The all-day experience left me feeling overwhelmed after not only having been in the presence of such a celebrity, but also having…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this 1954 Chevrolet Corvette. It is powered by an 350ci small-block upgrade paired to a three-speed Turbo 400 automatic transmission. It has benefitted from nearly $20K in improvements over the last two years including brakes, fluids, gaskets and battery. Finished in white with black canvas…