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Ed Bolian Enjoys Blue Donkey Iced Coffee on "Cannonball Run" Speed Record
Blue Donkey Iced Coffee, an Atlanta business known for their all natural iced coffee drink, provided bottles and sponsored Ed Bolian of Lamborghini Atlanta on his U.S. coast-to-coast speed record. Ed drove across the entire United States in an impressive 28 hours and 50 minutes. Bolian and two friends got into a Mercedes-Benz CL55 and with an average speed of 98 mph, launched themselves from midtown Manhattan to Redondo Beach, California. - November 05, 2013 - Blue Donkey Coffee, Inc.
American Classic Car Sales to Raffle Off 1968 Camaro
Raffle of 1968 Chevrolet Camaro to Benefit Braden River High School Football Team in Bradenton, Florida - November 04, 2013 - American Classic Car Sales
Precision Restorations Promotes, Hires Employees
Class car restoration and customization company fills managerial positions. - September 25, 2013 - Precision Restorations
Historical Astronaut Corvette Displayed at the Corvette Chevy Expo - Dallas Market Hall
Austinite Danny Reed, Owner of the 1969 "AstroVette" Once Owned by Alan Bean Apollo XII Astronaut to be Featured at the Corvette Chevy Expo Sept. 28-29. - September 11, 2013 - Corvette Chevy Expo
Ventura Vintage Rods Return to Channel Islands for Harbor Run 23
More Than 300 Classic Cars on Display – Free to Public - August 29, 2013 - Channel Islands Harbor
Jeep Body Builder Meets the Jeep Community in the USA
Nothing beats the thrill and excitement of being with people who share your passion and love for jeeps. - July 05, 2013 - MD Juan Enterprises
American Classic Car Sales Serves as Backdrop for Fashion Photo Shoot
Photographer Saulo Padilla Photographed Fashion Models Amid Rare Classic Cars in the 21,000-Square-Foot Dealership in Sarasota, Florida - June 08, 2013 - American Classic Car Sales
Beats-um-all Car Products Featured at Upcoming Car Shows
Family fun in Blue Ridge, GA and Pigeon Forge, TN coming in May at the Blue Ridge Classic Car Show and the Tri-Five Chevy Show. These two popular car shows in May will feature Beats-um-all and its owner "Dennis the Menace." - May 08, 2013 - Beats-um-all Wax
Wish Comes True for Local Teen on “World Wish Day”
Golden State Collision Repair Centers and Make-A-Wish® Reveal Renovated ’65 Mustang to Local Teen on World Wish Day - May 06, 2013 - Golden State Collision Repair Centers
Harold Lapointe Holds His First Sarasota Art Exhibit at American Classic Car Sales
Ninety-three-year-old artist Harold Lapointe recently held his first art exhibition in Sarasota, Florida. - April 14, 2013 - American Classic Car Sales
Coverage Solutions Inc. Gains Safeco Insurance® Appointment, Providing New Options for Port St. Lucie and Treasure Coast Customers
Coverage Solutions, Inc. receives a direct appointment with Safeco Insurance, a Liberty Mutual Company. - April 02, 2013 - Coverage Solutions Inc
Ripley Auctions Seeking Items for Consignment for Upcoming Racing Auction
Indianapolis-based Ripley Auctions is currently seeking pre-war racing memorabilia for an upcoming auction on May 4, 2013. This sale will attract attention from every person that has any interest in the history of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The auction features the memorabilia and awards of the lifetime achievements of Wilbur Shaw. Pre-war Indy 500 memorabilia consignments are being accepted through April 5, 2013. - March 26, 2013 - Ripley Auctions
NC Stangs Mustang Club Located in Asheville, NC is Excited to Announce Their 4th Annual Open Car Show and Swap Meet, May 11th 2013, Proceeds Benefit Hope for Horses
This year’s show will be on Saturday May 11th 2013. Show hours are 10 am - 4pm. NC Stangs will host the event at Crystal's BBQ and Grill 576 Upward Road, Flat Rock, North Carolina 28731. All cars, trucks, imports, motorcycles and “other” are welcome. All proceeds to benefit Hope for Horses. Hope for Horses works with animal control in Buncombe and surrounding counties by assisting in rescues and providing valuable rehabilitation and adoption services throughout Western North Carolina. - February 23, 2013 - NC Stangs
8 Time Oscar Winner Edith Head's Ride to the Hollywood Academy Awards Offered for Sale at eBay® Auction by FloridaVehicleConsignments.com
Edith Head, legendary fashion design icon went to the Academy Awards in style in her custom ordered limousine. Edith Head's 1951 Cadillac limousines up for sale at eBay to the winning bidder to ride you to the Academy Awards or anywhere with Edith Head's style and memories. - January 22, 2013 - FloridaVehicleConsignments.com
World's 1st Wipe-On Nanocoating to Exceed Automotive OEM Specs
Imagine for a moment a world where automotive plastics never fade, a self-cleaning wheel that resists brake dust, a self-cleaning tire that looks new for life, or a fiberglass boat that resists fading for life. These and other amazing benefits are now possible due to 10 years of research &... - January 03, 2013 - Nanovere Technologies, LLC.
WEP and TÜV SÜD Sign Business Cooperation Agreement
Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc. announced today that it has signed a business cooperation agreement with TÜV SÜD, a company headquartered in Germany that operates internationally with a wide knowledge in the field of periodical vehicle inspection. The complementary foundation of... - December 13, 2012 - Worldwide Environmental Products, Inc.
Online Seller of OEM BMW Parts Adds Zimmerman Rotors to Catalog
With the addition of a premium aftermarket brand, one online seller sets the bar and proves you don't always have to buy dealer parts for your luxury car. - November 15, 2012 - Autobahn German Parts inc.
Online Shopping SuperStore MyReviewsNow.net Affiliate Diecast Models Wholesale Announces Newly Featured Cars
Model car enthusiasts can satisfy all their diecast car model cravings with online mega store and consumer review hub MyReviewsNow.net affiliate DiecastModelsWholesale.com. The online car model store that offers more diecast model cars than any of its competitors is featuring new products in preparation for the holidays. - October 30, 2012 - Retail Solutions Advisors
The Last Detail Opens a New Facility in Kenilworth Illinois
The Last Detail announces the Grand Opening of its newest facility, The Galleria in Kenilworth, Illinois. This second location extends The Last Detail's current services of Automotive Sales, Service, Restorations, Detailing and Storage to include Automotive Art and Memorabilia. - September 23, 2012 - The Last Detail, Inc
Farmers & Merchants Bank Sponsors 20th Annual Palos Verdes Concours D’Elegance
20th Annual Event to feature classic cars, breathtaking views and “Classic French Curves” - September 14, 2012 - Farmers & Merchants Bank
Coach House Motors - Announces Their Opening
Importing Authentic Land Rover Defenders - September 06, 2012 - Coach House Motors, Ltd.
International Bentley & Rolls Royce North Sea Rally Sponsored by Brokersclub AG
North Sea Rally Sunday 9 September 2012 Sponsored by Brokersclub AG Organised by International North Sea Rally On Sunday, September 9, 2012, the summer season will be ended in style with a rally along the North Sea, from Knokke to Middelkerke. Enjoy a day filled with Bentleys and Rolls-Royces,... - August 08, 2012 - Brokersclub AG
Michigan Antique Festival Shabby Chic & Industrial Design Market
Newly added area highlighting Shabby Chic and Industrial Design at the Michigan Antique Festival in Midland, MI. Adding to the over 1000 quality dealers at the festival, the new area will showcase some of the Midwest's highest quality dealers in Shabby Chic and Industrial items. - August 02, 2012 - Michigan Antique Festivals
Raising Hel...p with Wheels, Engines, and Tunes
First Fifty Auto Club of Minnesota is holding their first annual car, truck & bike show from 9am-3pm on Sunday, August 12th, 2012, at The Mermaid Entertainment & Event Center (Mound View, MN) in aid of the Wishes & More Foundation. - July 28, 2012 - First Fifty Auto Club
George Daniels' Collection of Vintage Cars to be Auctioned at Goodwood Festival of Speed. Web of Stories Hosts the Video Recordings of the Master Watchmaker.
As his outstanding collection of vintage motor cars goes under the hammer at Goodwood Festival of Speed this week, Web of Stories celebrates the life and work of legendary English watchmaker, George Daniels. - June 30, 2012 - Web of Stories Ltd
Michigan’s Largest Antique & Collectible Festival Will be Hosting the Michigan Vietnam Memorial Wall on June 2-3
Michigan Antique Festival is proud to announce the addition of the Michigan Vietnam Memorial Wall to the June 2nd – 3rd Festival at the Midland County Fairgrounds. - May 11, 2012 - Michigan Antique Festivals
Michigan Antique Festival Adds MSU & CMU Interior Design Competition Using Items Found at the Festival
The Michigan Antique & Collectible Festivals have added MSU & CMU Interior Design Students to compete in a unique contest to earn $3000.00 in scholarships. Students will hunt through the festival and gather items from over 1000 antique dealers to use in decorating rooms. Guests to the festival will vote for the best design. - May 10, 2012 - Michigan Antique Festivals
WheelsNeedDeals.com Launches 1st Automotive Daily Deal Site with Two Group Deals for Long Island Car Owners
New discount site, WheelsNeedDeals.com, launches with two car care deals for Long Island and Queens, New York car owners. - April 19, 2012 - Wheels Need Deals LLC
'49 Ford from Vintage Motor Cars Drives Interest in Vancouver Dealership
Vancouver dealership uses '49 Ford convertible to drive interest in new models. - March 07, 2012 - Vintage Motor Cars
New Program Allows Car Buyers to Protect Tomorrow’s Trade-in Value Today
Ron Tonkin Chevrolet Offers Equity Plus. New qualifying vehicles purchased at Ron Tonkin Chevrolet will now include this trade-in protection at no additional charge. - March 06, 2012 - Ron Tonkin Chevrolet
Vintage Motor Cars Ships "Santa's Sled" Down Under Just in Time for Christmas
'56 Cadillac Eldorado sent to eager collector in Australia. - February 22, 2012 - Vintage Motor Cars
Save a Star Drug Awareness Foundation Holds First Private Event at Klairmont Auto Collection
To raise awareness about the scourge of prescription drug abuse, the Save a Star Drug Awareness Foundation, based in Highland Park, IL, has started their engines to be the first non-profit to hold a private event at the brand new Klairmont Auto Collection in Chicago, IL. The event will be held on... - February 10, 2012 - Save a Star Drug Awareness Foundation
Classic Cars of Sarasota, Florida, Opens with a "Vroom"
Classic Cars Dealer in Sarasota, Florida, Caters to International Car Collectors - February 02, 2012 - Speciality Cars
Festivals of Speed to Bring the Finest in Luxury and Automotive Design to St. Petersburg
The Festivals of Speed will return to St. Petersburg March 30th through April 1st. Throughout this anticipated weekend, a rare showcase of vintage and contemporary automotive design, custom-created motorcycles, and high performance boats and yachts will be set amongst lavish receptions, fine wine and spirits tastings, world class entertainment, and more leading up to the large-scale main event on the beautiful St. Petersburg waterfront Sunday. - January 12, 2012 - Festivals of Speed
Jax Wax Launches New and Improved Web Site
Jax Wax, a complete line of professional car care products and the top choice of professional auto dealers, detailers, body shops and automotive auctions for over twenty years, announces a new and revamped web site - www.jaxwax.com. The newly revised web site features a redesigned home page with a... - December 17, 2011 - Jax Wax
December’s Exec Digital is Now Live
This Month’s issue traipsed through every corner of the earth, focusing on the good, and sometimes the bad, of 2011. In this month’s Exec Digital, take a ride in some of the world’s fastest cars – luxury vehicles that can get up to 60 miles per hour in less than four seconds. - December 08, 2011 - WDM Group
Tips for Properly Storing a Classic or High Performance Automobile from Morristown's Shade Tree Garage
Storing an automobile for any length of time can wreak havoc on parts. Proper storage is necessary to minimize the deterioration that occurs over time. - November 09, 2011 - Shade Tree Garage
This 1965 Shelby Cobra 427 CSX3127 Changed Automotive History by Paving the Way for the Production of All 427 Street Cobras
This original, 427 Cobra was fourth of just 260 original 427 Street Cobras produced by Shelby and specifically used as Shelby’s PR test Vehicle. Since CSX 3127’s introduction to the public it has been featured on the 1989 Mac Tools calendar; in The Shelby American magazine #56; featured and track tested on Spike TV’s hit show “MuscleCar” in 2006; was shown at the ISCA’s World of Wheels show in 2006 where it won Outstanding Engine, Outstanding Restored, and Best of Show. - October 28, 2011 - Russo and Steele Collector Automobile Auctions
Land Rover Merritt Island HDTV Giveaway
Land Rover Merritt Island, a leading Land Rover dealership in Merritt Island, Florida, is celebrating the ongoing football season with an HDTV Giveaway – with no purchase necessary. - October 12, 2011 - Merritt Island Land Rover
Bob Gillingham Ford and The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation Host 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing
Bob Gillingham Ford teams up with The Three-Deuce-Five Marine Foundation for their 3rd Annual Charity Golf Outing benefiting military Veterans on Friday, September 16th, at Bunker Hill Golf House in Medina. - September 15, 2011 - Bob Gillingham Ford
Gateway Classic Cars Expanding Despite Tough Economic Climate
St. Louis-based dealer says sales of classic cars are big business. - August 02, 2011 - Gateway Classic Cars
Hawaii Pacific Entertainment Announces Hawaii Kai Towne Center's East End Hot Rod Car Show Saturday, July 23
Come out for an evening of classic car and ono food. The Hawaii Kai Towne Center is hosting it's 3rd Annual Hot Rod Car Show with the state's biggest selection of classic cars. - July 18, 2011 - Hawaii Pacific Entertainment
13th Annual Airhead Parts Vintage VW 1,000 Mile Highway 1 Treffen Cruise Starts July 31, at Portland International Raceway...Benefits Feed America’s FOOD Share Program
July 31st – August 6th, 2011 Treffen Vintage VW 1,000 mile Hwy 1 Cruise & Show; Portland, OR to Ventura, CA. One week Cruise of California’s beautiful and historic Hwy 1 sandwiched between two VW shows – Rose City (Portland, OR) Bug-In Sunday, July 31st, and the VW Treffen13, (Ventura, CA) Saturday, Aug. 6th. Cruise departs from the Bug-In Sunday, August 31st immediately following that show. - July 15, 2011 - Airhead Parts
Manufacturing Digital Visits Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' Magnificent Goodwood Manufacturing Facility
Located on the south end of the Goodwood Estate, sharing its location with the home of classic motor racing events such as the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed, Rolls-Royce's glass-walled, semi-sunken plant is practically invisible from neighbouring Downs thanks to a 35.000sqm green roof... - June 16, 2011 - WDM Group
2nd Annual Classic Truck Show - July 9, 2011 - Presented by: Lugo Parts & Restoration
2nd Annual Classic Truck Show - July 9, 2011 - Presented By: Lugo Parts & Restoration http://www.lugoparts.com * Lots of Classic Trucks * Awards for Winning Tracks * Goodie Bag & T-shirt for all entered * Food & Drink Vendors * Fun for the entire family Truck Categories: * pre-1955 *... - May 08, 2011 - Lugo Parts & Restoration
Vintage Cars Welcome Visitors to the Pierce Ball Gallery Opening of the Art of the Car Show
Not your typical art opening, the Pierce Ball Gallery invited car enthusiasts to bring their favorite classic car to be an impromptu part of the event. A perfect appetizer to the serving of artwork inside the gallery, including paintings by Ken Scaglia, photography by John and Cassidy Olson and jewelry by Steven Wallerstein. - May 01, 2011 - Pierce Ball Gallery
Norwalk Exchange Club Antique Auto Show
The 43rd Annual Gateway Antique Auto Club Auto Show will be held Sunday, April 3rd at Taylor Farm on Beach Road in Norwalk, Connecticut. Gates open at 8:00 a.m. and prizes are awarded at 3:00 p.m.. Rain date for the event is Sunday, May 7th. First organized in 1974 as an Antique Auto Meet, the... - April 26, 2011 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Pierce Ball Gallery Announces the "Art of the Car" Show for Spring 2011
"Cars are a study in elegant design details. I had in my minds' eye a show that celebrated those details and was able to find 3 artists that were perfect for this show," says Elizabeth P. Ball, director of the Pierce Ball Gallery - March 26, 2011 - Pierce Ball Gallery
Explore the Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe in Exec Digital’s March Issue
When it comes to luxury automobiles, British auto brand Rolls Royce has always been at the top of the heap. Every time Rolls Royce releases a new model, Exec can’t wait to take a closer look. The Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is among the latest offerings from Rolls Royce, and its... - March 16, 2011 - WDM Group
Instrument Cluster Restoration by Roger Patricio FLVCOA Spring Meet Gold Sponsor
Instrument Cluster Restoration (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/roger-patricio) by Roger Patricio, a Volvo Master Technician, has been named a Gold sponsor for the Florida Chapter Volvo Club of America (FLVCOA) Spring Meet 2011 being held at Philippe Park, FL. - February 23, 2011 - Florida Chapter Volvo Club of America