August 2022

Junkyard '56 Lincoln



This 1956 Lincoln Premier was spotted in a Casa Grande, Ariz., salvage yard. The 1956-57 Lincoln Premier was positioned below the Continental Mark II in the lineup. The '56 Premier cost on average $4,600 new, equivalent to around $50,000 in today's dollars. (Photo by Jim Prueter)

Ford, DTE Energy announce large renewable energy purchase



(August 11, 2022) DETROIT — Through a new clean energy agreement with DTE Energy, Ford will soon be able to attribute all its electricity supply in Michigan to clean energy, a major step toward Ford’s goal to reach carbon neutrality. As part of the new agreement announced today, DTE will add 650 megawatts of new solar energy capacity in Michigan for Ford by 2025.

Jeep brightens 2023 Gladiator palette with new high velocity yellow



(August 11, 2022) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Jeep brand is bringing bright sunshine to its lineup, adding the vibrant High Velocity yellow exterior paint color to the 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The first yellow to be available for the Gladiator, High Velocity is a high-energy, high-impact hue that is authentic and not afraid to stand out, just like the Jeep Gladiator community.

Lamborghini takes SUV record at Pikes Peak with the new Urus



(August 11, 2022) Ahead of its premiere in mid-August, the yet-to-be-revealed new Urus model set a new record in the production SUV category on the track used for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb: the famous uphill race that recently celebrated its 100th Running. Hillclimb champion and Pirelli test driver Simone Faggioli, holder of the rear-wheel drive record set in the 2018 "Race to the Clouds" on Pikes Peak, was entrusted with the new Urus, sporting a camouflage wrap ahead of its official presentation.

Clean sweep — Jeep introduces high-performance windshield wiper blades



(August 10, 2022) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator owners can get a cleaner view of the trail or road with new high-performance wiper blades from the Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) team at Mopar that quickly clear the windshield with less washer fluid. The key element of the new JPP performance wipers are 12 laser-cut holes along each blade, creating wet jets that release washer fluid along the entire length, flooding the dirty windshield glass as the blade travels along its arc. Dirt and debris are washed away on the first stroke.
 

Production of Mercedes-AMG ONE customer vehicles has started



(August 10, 2022) The hypercar with Formula 1 technology has gone into exclusive small-series production. Only 275 units will be built in total, and job#1 of the exclusive production of the Mercedes‑AMG ONE hypercar has now begun. The first customer vehicles will be delivered in the second half of 2022.

Lexus GX 460 — Black Line Special Edition returns for 2023



(August 10, 2022) PLANO, Texas — The Lexus GX 460 is assembled with the versatility required of modern luxury SUVs. The balance of sophistication and impressive capability make it ready for practically any occasion, whether it be a luxurious evening out on the town or traversing the rugged trails for a weekend at the cabin. The GX comes standard with four-wheel drive capability, and it offers three-row seating with room for up to seven passengers to ensure no one gets left behind.