November 2020

Parking space width is not rocket science

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DRIVER'S SIDE DIATRIBE
By Al Vinikour  

The disparity among parking space widths never ceases to amaze me. Seldom is there a parking place whose outside lines allow room to comfortably park your vehicle with enough space to open the doors on either side without putting a crease in the cars next to you. Believe me when I tell you that it’s only a matter of time before this damage is reciprocated. And I’m not talking about “compact” spaces versus regular spaces. If the run of the mill idiots can’t figure that one out for themselves we’re in trouble. No I’m just talking about a lot full of regular spaces or what regular spaces should look like.

Aston Martin Racing introduces the Vantage Legacy Collection



(November 27, 2020) Aston Martin Racing has created the Vantage Legacy Collection to commemorate one of the most successful periods in the luxury British sports car brand’s racing history, as well as one of the company’s most successful racing cars — the Aston Martin Vantage. This period, between 2009 and 2018, brought Aston Martin two 24 Hours of Le Mans class victories (in 2014 and 2017) and seven FIA World Endurance Championship titles, as well as numerous international sports car championship titles in British GT, GT World Challenge (Europe) and the European Le Mans Series.

Living in the snow

A post-WorldWar II International bus lives in retirement next to a late-40s' GMC truck on a snowy day in Nevada. (Photo by Jim Prueter)

GM donates 216 new diesel trucks to ASEP schools



(November 27, 2020) DETROIT — General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales remains committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure technicians within the dealer network are highly trained in order to service the advanced technology found in GM vehicles. It starts with recruiting young talent into the GM Automotive Service Education Program and Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation, where they can start to build a highly successful and long-term career.

EPA confirms 250-mile range for VW ID.4 First Edition



(November 26, 2020) HERNDON, Va. — Volkswagen of America has announced fuel economy figures for the 2021 ID.4 electric SUV. The ID.4  First Edition and Pro models have an EPA-estimated 250 miles of range on a single charge. The EPA-estimated fuel economy for city driving is 104 MPGe; highway driving is rated at 89 MPGe, and combined city/highway at 97 MPGe.

Ram launches fourth phase of Armed Forces-inspired limited editions



(November 26, 2020) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ram Truck has announced that orders for the fourth installment of “Built to Serve Edition” trucks will open next month with production slated for early 2021 at its Sterling Heights (Michigan) Assembly Plant. Ram is celebrating America's five land, sea and air-based armed forces with “Built to Serve Editions” of its popular Ram 1500 half-ton pickup truck lineup. This fourth installment offers a maritime land force-inspired theme with both Tank and Flame Red exterior colors offered along with a black interior with Medium Greystone accent stitching.

Ram continues holiday tradition at 94th annual Macy's Thanksgiving parade



(November 25, 2020) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Ram Truck brand is participating in the one-of-a-kind holiday tradition as the Official Truck of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for the sixth consecutive year. Working closely with the Macy’s team and the City of New York for the television-broadcast-only special presentation, Ram is helping to keep the holiday tradition alive as more than 15 trucks will be towing all the floats, allowing millions of New Yorkers and the nation to safely experience it from the comforts of home and bring joy into the hearts of millions across the nation.

Dodge/SRT launches Black Friday power dollars — $10 per hp off list price



(November 25, 2020) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Dodge//SRT is gearing up for Black Friday with the industry-exclusive “Dodge Power Dollars” program. For a limited time, Dodge is offering a $10-per-horsepower cash allowance toward the purchase of the new 2021 Durango. From Nov. 27 to Nov. 30 customers across the United States who purchase any 2021 Dodge Durango from dealer inventory will get a $10-per-horsepower cash allowance.

Driving a Mini Cooper S Countryman on Iceland's Ring Road 1



(November 25, 2020) Iceland is a country of contrasts on the north-western edge of Europe. The island state in the North Atlantic is as famous for its hot springs as it is for its huge ice fields. Traditional horse breeding is still as successful here as is the internationally significant aluminum production. Tourism has also recently become increasingly important as an economic sector. The pristine natural beauty located near the Arctic Circle, the fascinating variety of the landscapes and the contrast created by active volcanoes and snow-covered glaciers attract visitors from all over the world.

Sixth annual Future Collector Car Show in Phoenix April 11



Source: ClassicCars.com

(November 24, 2020) The sixth annual Future Collector Car Show is scheduled for April 11 on High Street in Phoenix, ClassicCars.com has announced. The event is free to spectators and promises to feature “dozens of sponsor and exhibit stands, a live stylist competition and fashion show, and some of the finest restored and modified future collector vehicles in the world.”