Braking News: Ford recreates Mustang history

The 2015 Mustang is "Da Bomb" I think that saying must be about as old as the Ford Mustang. It turns out that 50 years ago when they introduced it to the public, looking for a publicity stunt Ford put a Mustang convertible on the observation deck of the Empire State Building, really! Now they... Continue Reading →

March 25, 2014 0

Braking News: New cars revealed in Geneva

Nissan, Maserati, McLaren, Jaguar, Jeep unveil new vehicles Mark and I would have loved to have made the trip to Geneva. Plenty of announcements, like the 2016 Nissan Juke. Don't get all excited here because it still looks weird. Read more here. Maserati unveiled the Alfieri, a 2+2 concept car, a 100% functional prototype that... Continue Reading →

March 5, 2014 0

Braking News: Kia concept shown at Chicago Auto Show

Concept cars are coolAt the Chicago Auto Show not only did Mark and I see the newest models offered by the manufactures, but also concepts, one of them the Kia Niro. Positioned as a new urban lifestyle concept that is set to become a possible future B-segment contender. The Niro is powered by a 1.6-litre... Continue Reading →

February 21, 2014 0

Braking News: Camp Jeep @ 2014 Chicago Auto Show

All work and no play... ...makes for some very tired reporters at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show. Mark and I decided to take a break and headed over to Camp Jeep. What a hoot. Click on the image to see the fun video we did.

February 19, 2014 0

Braking News: Subaru Legacy Reveal at Chicago Auto Show

A big production This was my first time back to the Chicago Auto Show in over 30 years and first time as a member of the media. Thursday is traditionally the day the car companies reveal their new cars. There were several but by far the best was Subaru's for their 2015 Legacy. Wow! Click... Continue Reading →

February 8, 2014 0

Braking News: 2015 Subaru Legacy

Who needs the Chicago Auto Show to create a buzz? Subaru apparently didn't or just maybe they wanted the buzzing about their 2015 Legacy, based on their concept model shown here. Spy shots all over the place. The formal intro will come at the show which runs February 8-17. The only info they are willing... Continue Reading →

January 31, 2014 0

Braking News: Mini announces pricing for their 3rd gen hardtop

2014 MINI Hardtop which goes on sale in the spring Here in Wisconsin spring can't come fast enough. It's actually what I would consider balmy at 26 degrees as I write this blog entry. Woohoo, break out the shorts. I like the Mini brand because they remain dedicated to their core product while finding new... Continue Reading →

January 30, 2014 0

Chasing Rare Classic Cars

Rare=Lots of cash! This article/video that I found on Yahoo this morning is a great follow-up on my last post. Some there were just a handful built while one just one. As with any classic car, each has a story which goes with it. Check it out by clicking on the image below then get... Continue Reading →

January 8, 2014 0

It’s only money, right?

It all depends on how badly you want that car I've done blog entries on the real collector cars with some of them going for millions. If I had the cash, which I don't, at least until the pull my numbers for the Mega Millions, I'd pop for one or two. Won't hold my breath... Continue Reading →

December 16, 2013 0

The car that nearly killed GM, the 2nd time

And has virtually no value beyond sentimental I remember when the Chevy Citation was introduced by General Motors in 1980. This X-body car was Chevy's front wheel drive car. Because of the transverse mounted engine, no transmission hump, it had tons of interior space. My experience comes from working at two TV stations where the... Continue Reading →