June 2018

A small Buick from the 1980s



The fourth generation of the Buick Skylark was a compact sedan and coupe based on General Motors' X-body architecture shared with the Chevrolet Citation, Pontiac Phoenix and Oldsmobile Omega. The Skylark came with three engine options — a 2.5 four-cylinder, and two versions of a 2.8-liter V-6. They were mated to a three-speed automatic and a four-speed manual. This 1984 Skyark was found in eastern North Carolina.
(Photo by Jim Meachen)

GMC introduces 2019 Yukon Graphite Edition

(June 12, 2018) DETROIT — GMC is expanding its premium Yukon line with the addition of two 2019 Graphite Editions. The all-new Yukon Graphite Edition offers a darkened exterior appearance, while the Yukon Graphite Performance Edition adds vehicle performance upgrades. The Graphite Editions are exclusively available on SLT trim vehicles and can be ordered on either Yukon or Yukon XL in both 2WD and 4WD configurations. 

Genesis G70 — 'designed to perform' — to reach market this summer

(June 12, 2018) MOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — When it comes to market this summer, the 2019 Genesis G70 luxury sport sedan will reset benchmarks and expectations in its class — according to Genesis — for the holistic integration of performance, body strength, refined luxury and aerodynamic design.

Ford Mustang GT350 infused with latest in track, street technology

(June 12, 2018) DEARBORN, Mich. — To improve the new 2019 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 driver confidence and lap times, Ford Performance leveraged its Mustang road course racing programs and all-new upcoming Shelby GT500, infusing GT350 with the very latest in track and street technology.

Volkswagen to test quantum computing in battery research

(June 11, 2018) HERNDON, Va. — For the first time, Volkswagen experts succeeded in simulating industrially relevant molecules using a quantum computer. This is especially important for the development of high-performance electric vehicle batteries, as the experts have successfully simulated molecules such as lithium-hydrogen and carbon chains.

Does the new Lexus ES have enough magic to woo younger buyer?

By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(June 11, 2018) When the Lexus brand first launched in the U.S 28 years ago, it did so with just two sedans: the LS and the smaller ES. Over the years, Lexus, of course, added numerous vehicles to its portfolio — SUVs, sportier models and more coupes and sedans. With 2.18 million worldwide sales — one million in the U.S. alone — it is the most popular Lexus ever.

BMW teams up with Paramount Pictures for new Mission Impossible film

(June 11, 2018) MUNICH, Germany — The BMW Group has announced its role as the exclusive worldwide automotive partner of the next installment of Paramount Pictures’ and Skydance Media’s legendary action film franchise, “Mission: Impossible – Fallout,” opening in cinemas around the world July 27. BMW has been a partner of the iconic film series since 2011, and in the upcoming film, BMW once again provides a range of vehicles and global marketing in support of the release.

Honda to bring Monkey and Super Club C125 to U.S. market

(June 11, 2018) TOWNSEND, Tenn. — During a special welcome dinner at the popular Smoky Mountain Crawl rally, American Honda announced that the Monkey and Super Cub C125 ABS models will be made available to U.S. customers for the 2019 model year.

First unveiled in concept form last September at the Tokyo Motor Show, the models are both closely based on iconic motorcycles from Honda's past, and are the latest examples of the company's aptitude for developing pocket-sized motorcycles that capture the fancy of enthusiastic subcultures.

Porsche 911 Speedster Concept — A 500-horsepower open-air thrill ride

(May 10, 2018) ATLANTA — Porsche has unveiled a concept as part of the 70th anniversary of its sports cars: the 911 Speedster Concept is a drivable vision of a particularly exciting open-top sports car. It links the very first Porsche 356 “No. 1” Roadster, which received its operating permit on June 8, 1948, with today’s Porsche cars.

1956 Ford station wagon



Station wagons were popular in the 1950s and Ford built six trim levels for 1956 from the base Custom Ranch Wagon through the luxurious Country Squire. This mid-trim level 1956 Country Sedan found in Rolla, Mo., could be purchased in an eight-passenger configuration. Like modern crossovers, rear seats could be folded down for cargo storage. The top engine for 1956 was the 292 cubic inch, 202-horsepower Thunderbird Y-8, which, Ford pointed out, used regular gas.
(Photo by Jim Meachen)