The recent Genesis car debut in Bel Air highlights the shift in automotive marketing, as manufacturers move from costly auto shows to private unveilings aimed at social media influencers. Despite budget cuts and a focus on electric vehicles, auto shows remain valuable for social interaction and comparing vehicles, fostering lasting memories for consumers. Continue reading The Auto Show: An Institution Worth Saving
The 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show kicked off the auto show season with a smaller turnout, mainly lacking European automakers. Highlights included Genesis unveiling the GV80 SUV and Coupe, Honda teasing a hybrid Prelude concept, Kia introducing EV3 and EV4 concepts, Lucid debuting the Gravity SUV, and Subaru revealing the 2025 Forester. Continue reading LA Auto Show: Downsized but Big on New Car Buzz
The 1931 Duesenberg Model J Beverly Sedan is a remarkable car featured in the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum in Indiana. Renowned for its elegant body design and low silhouette, it showcases distinct features such as a V-shaped B-pillar reminiscent of convertible tops by French coachbuilders Hibbard and Darrin. Continue reading 1931 Duesenberg Model J Beverly Sedan
The downtown Alameda Classic Car Show last Saturday showcased over 400 vintage cars along Park Street, spanning six blocks. The event, complemented by perfect weather, featured authentically preserved models and beautifully restored classics. Attendees enjoyed nostalgic moments, connecting with their childhood memories and sharing enthusiasm for these timeless automobiles, including vintage fire engines. Continue reading Alameda Classic Car Show
Jack and Sue Mathieson, lifelong residents of Alameda, California, recently completed a nostalgic 1,500-mile journey along Route 66 in their 1956 Ford Thunderbird. Retired schoolteachers, they are well-known in their community. Their trip highlighted connections with fellow car enthusiasts and rekindled memories of America’s classic car culture and roadside attractions. Continue reading A Road Trip to Remember
