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August 2024

Kelsey Collection headlines 1,500 cars on offer at Mecum Dallas Sept. 4-7

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1914 Stutz 4E Bearcat

Collection includes 50 prewar
rarities offered at no reserve

(September 1, 2024) WALWORTH, Wis. — Headlining an estimated 1,500 vehicles to be auctioned at Mecum’s upcoming Dallas 2024 classic and collector car auction is a group of highly elusive prewar rarities and more from moguls of the classic tire industry dubbed The Paul L. Kelsey, Kelsey Antique Auto Museum collection.

Defender debuts the Limited Edition ‘Beach Break’ model

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Limited to 20 units, Defender ‘Beach
Break’ is inspired by U.S. surf culture

(August 31, 2024) British adventure brand Land Rover Defender celebrates summer lifestyle with a limited‑edition model aligned to the beach lifestyle of its enthusiast base. Limited to just 20 units, the ultimate Defender 110 for beach adventure lifestyle is the Defender Beach Break influenced by the coastline and surf culture of iconic locations including Montauk N.Y., Malibu Calif., and the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.

Life-sized Hot Wheels cars added to National Historic Vehicle Register

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(August 30, 2024) TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The Hagerty Drivers Foundation is hosting its annual “Cars at the Capital” exhibition on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., from Sept. 19-24. Displayed in an eye-catching brilliantly lit glass enclosure will be the 35th and 36th vehicles to be added to the National Historic Vehicle Register.

BrightDrop electric commercial vans to join Chevrolet

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(August 30, 2024) DETROIT — General Motors is moving its BrightDrop electric commercial vans under the Chevrolet brand. The shift brings BrightDrop EVs to Chevrolet's broad commercial vehicle sales and service dealer network. BrightDrop EVs offer GM-estimated 272 miles of combined city/highway range and advanced features to help keep drivers safe and alert.

James Bond’s Vanquish available to ‘Drive Another Day’

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Car was used by Pierce Brosnan
to promote ‘Die Another Day’ in 2002
    
(August 30, 2024) LONDON — It’s ‘double O heaven’ for Bond fans and movie buffs as a 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish used by Pierce Brosnan and EON Productions to promote "Die Another Day" is up for auction with H&H Classics. Furthermore, the car going under the hammer was the lead car in a parade to commemorate the opening of the M6 Toll road in 2003.

An International survivor

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This circa 1934-1937(C-1) International pickup was found in a restorable condition in Florida. The truck came with a 213ci L-head inline six cylinder engine and a 3-speed manual transmission. The C series was a full line of trucks based on the "art deco" look that was prevalent in the industry at the time. (Photo by Jim Meachen)

From Beverly Hills to Newport Beach — Bugatti Tourbillon dazzles

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(August 29, 2024) After a captivating week in Monterey, the Bugatti Tourbillon¹ embarked on an exclusive journey across Southern California, completing its first stretch on U.S. soil. The latest hyper sports car from Molsheim made a series of carefully chosen appearances, offering enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience its engineering excellence and craftsmanship up close. Up next, Europe and the renowned Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille.

Nissan OK's enhanced Fermata Energy FE-20 bidirectional charger for Leaf

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(August 29, 2024) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan has approved an enhanced Fermata Energy bidirectional charger for use with Nissan Leaf. As the first mass-produced bidirectional-enabled electric vehicle, the Nissan Leaf is the only fully electric passenger vehicle in the U.S. able to supply energy to the grid.

Performance upgrade available for Ranger, Bronco Raptors

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(August 29, 2024) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford engineers have delivered significant low-end torque and horsepower improvements to the 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine in the Ranger Raptor and Bronco Raptor thanks to a new software calibration from Ford Performance Parts. 

Bentley Blower Jnr now configurable online

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First Edition models of electric
1929 Bentley Blower now sold out
    
(August 29, 2024) CREWE, England — Following the success of the launch of the Bentley Blower Jnr at Monterey Car Week last year, Bentley and Hedley Studios (formerly The Little Car Company) now showcases an array of configurable options for the 85 per cent scale, fully electric and road-legal recreation of Bentley’s legendary 1929 4½-Liter supercharged "Blower."