Vehicle Safety Feature Study
A new, one-of-its kind study from the University of Iowa found that a majority of drivers expressed uncertainty about how many potentially life-saving vehicle safety technologies work. The survey also showed that 40 percent of drivers report that their vehicles have acted or behaved in unexpected ways.
1932 Rockne Named After Football Coach
As far as we know, the only car named after a football coach is the Rockne. This nameplate honored Notre Dame football coach Knute Rockne who was killed in an airplane crash in March 1931. Rockne worked part-time for Studebaker promoting sales and motivating Studebaker dealers.
As The Titanium-Bodied Car Arrives, How Practical Is It?
Icona, an Italian design house that specializes in exporting design expertise to growing automotive markets such as China, has now announced that its very own sports car, the Vulcano, will feature a titanium body.
Video: How To Start A 1912 Cadillac
Cars have come a long way since 1912, but we wouldn’t be where we are today in the evolution of the automobile had it not been for the 1912 Cadiallc. Employing the very first electric starter motor system, getting this car to start was far from straightforward.
Signs Of The Times
The ancient farm building that probably held tractors and animals and hay at one time was literally covered with vintage automotive signs, most of which were very large. And in the daffodil-dotted field around the barn were additional signs that had advertised gas stations or garages at a time in the past. And also an old, open-cab fire engine that was not in the greatest shape.
Bloodhound SSC Announces World Debut
The famous Bloodhound SSC (Supersonic Car) will make its world debut on November 17, 2015, with a 200 mph trial at Newquay Aerohub, Cornwall. The car will then be fitted with airbrakes and winglets ready to commence high-speed testing in Hakskeen Pan, South Africa, in Summer 2016, when weather conditions will be optimal.
Video: Ford GT Secret Shakedown Test Revealed
Before Ford revealed its return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans to the world, it was already secretly testing the vehicle it would use to compete on the track. Ford Performance is giving fans around the world an exclusive look at the Ford GT race car’s first shakedown test.
The Race Of The Decades Is Yours To Play
As an auto enthusiast and lover of all things cars, Valvoline invites you to visit http://raceofthedecades.tresensa.com/ to play the company’s newly launched online game, and cruise through time across great American highways while getting a history lesson on the brand’s 140-year heritage of innovation. In the game, drivers pick up power-ups including tokens and motor
Tell Us About Your Favorite Teacher
Mentor, Advisor, Guidance Counselor, Friend — your automotive instructor takes on more roles than simply Teacher. Has one of your instructors been instrumental in shaping your career path? Tomorrow’s Tech and the AAPEX Show would like to recognize and honor the best of the best as the Instructor of the Year. Just send us an
Fastest Ever Audi S8 Sets New Benchmarks
Ramping up power from the 513 HP offered by the ‘standard’ S8 to an intoxicating 597 HP, the S8 plus is also capable of producing up to 553.2 lb. ft. of torque on demand – the highest output of any Audi in the current model range.
Jeep Festival Breaks World Record
It’s official – Guinness World Records has confirmed that the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival has reclaimed the world record for the Largest Parade of Jeeps!
Yamaha’s 2016 Grizzly And Kodiak 700 In Production
The all-new Grizzly and Kodiak 700 models are differentiated by their body size, styling and the all-new DOHC 708cc, four-valve, fuel-injected engine that has been given optimized torque, power delivery and engine character for each model’s particular riding style.
