January 2022

Hooked on Vettes Collection heads to Mecum Glendale 2022 at no reserve



(January 24, 2022) WALWORTH, Wis. — For many long-time and dedicated collector car enthusiasts, their first run in with a Chevrolet Corvette is a moment forever etched in their memory and one that is revisited with the launch of each new generation of America’s Sports Car. Collector Michael Brown counts himself among that committed crowd of Corvette devotees, and his love for the model line ultimately grew into a jaw-dropping collection of some of the finest of the bunch.

Morgan celebrates 60th anniversary of Le Mans win with special edition



(January 23, 2022) MALVERN, England — The Morgan Motor Company has announced the launch of the Plus Four LM62, a model which celebrates the 60th anniversary of the company’s legendary class win in the 1962 24 Hours of Le Mans. Based on the standard Morgan Plus Four and limited to just 62 examples, it pays tribute to the Morgan Plus 4 SuperSports — known by its registration TOK 258 — which took the victory in the 2.0-liter class of the grueling endurance race six decades ago.

Cadillac V-Series lineup expanding to Escalade



(January 22, 2022) The 2023 Cadillac Escalade will be the first SUV to don the high-performance V-Series badge. With nearly two decades of racing-inspired prowess, the V-Series designation is reserved for vehicles that encompass the peak of Cadillac performance, bold, distinguished design, and innovative technology.

2022 Ford Bronco Badlands — America’s most anticipated vehicle



By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(January 22, 2022) After a 30-year hiatus, the all-new Ford Bronco is finally here and, in a word, it’s sensational. In a booming adventure vehicle market that’s been dominated by Jeep Wrangler, the uncontested off-road world-class champion, the doors have literally come off with the introduction of Ford’s version of the Jeep Rubicon.

Performance Manufacturing begins biilding limited-edition Acura NSX Type S



(January 21, 2022) The Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) has begun production of the limited-edition Acura NSX Type S. The NSX Type S made its global debut during the 2021 Monterey Car Week, immediately establishing itself as Acura’s performance halo, and taking the brand’s commitment to Precision Crafted Performance to a new level.

MINI USA confirms MINI TAKES THE STATES, official route for 2022 event



(January 21, 2022) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J.  — MINI USA has announced the official route for MINI TAKES THE STATES (MTTS) 2022. The legendary Mini owners rally will kick off from Burlington, Vt., on July 9, and travel south to Spartanburg, S.C., culminating in a weekend of Mini fun ending July 17. The epic nine-day adventure will explore a total of nine states and eight cities.  Participants will motor through magnificent mountain ranges, zig through small towns, zag past iconic roadside attractions and even get to slay a dragon or two.

Barrett-Jackson to offer broad selection of Shelby vehicles in Scottsdale


1967 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX

(January 20, 2022) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. —  Barrett-Jackson will celebrate 50 years of car auctions at its 2022 Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 22-30, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. One of the most spectacular No Reserve dockets ever amassed at Barrett-Jackson, including over 1,900 vehicles, will feature a diverse selection of authentic Shelby Cobras and Mustangs, including a true 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 that was originally sold in Scottsdale, the famous Lance Reventlow 1962 Shelby Cobra and a highly desirable Concours Premier Award-winning 1965 GT350.

GM plans to broaden electrification, expanding fuel cells beyond vehicles



(January 20, 2022) DETROIT — GM continues to accelerate its growth as a platform innovator and has announced a new commercial applications of its HYDROTEC fuel cell technology. HYDROTEC projects, which are currently in development, from heavy-duty trucks to aerospace and locomotives, are being planned for use beyond vehicles for power generation.