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The rivian truck is actually a truck, that is good news. As of April 2021 the plant in IL was "averaging" one complete vehicle per day off the assembly line....that is not going to cut it. Of course, it's new, a start up, etc., but before anybody gets the knee pads out for attracting this new $5B plant it might be a good idea to make sure the company is viable and the product is, uh, well, as advertised. Because if you are paying around $80,000 for a truck that claims to have 350+ miles of range, in reality you might be closer to 210 miles of range and once you load it up and or tow something - you know, use it as a real truck - the range is going to decline rapidly.

CarciergeGlenn

I've always been fascinated by the technology of these, and knew they were amazing. And of course, very French. Jay's right; had someone taken an interest in marketing these in the US, they may well have taken off in sales. 1967 was the last of them if I remember right; Citroen bought them up and discontinued these marvelous cars.

chrlsful

glad he hada few floor bds replaced. Kept up the rest of the barn. A lill respect to the vehicles. Many do NOT. One shots shows new doors'n newer metal roof (75 - 100 yr life span). Like the later '30s on usa classics (thru very early 50s) only.

MeJ

Cool article. I don't follow racing for the most part but recognized a few of the racer's names. I was wondering what your thoughts were on Randy Probst. I always liked him when he worked for Motortrend (does he still?) giving his opinions on various cars they track tested.

Hagerty

When asked in last month's poll which car you would choose from the North American International Auto Show, the results bounced throughout the month. However, the winner is the Shelby GT 500 - at 41 percent. The Dodge Challenger came in second at 31 percent, with the Camaro in third at 24 percent. https://www.hagerty.com/media/archived/shelby-camaro-and-challenger-oh-my/

Hagerty

The recipe for a successful sports car is simple: great looks, great name, and a vocal engine. VW's Scirocco replacement had gorgeous styling and an Italian-sounding name. But the supercharged G60 engine was a disappointment. Slower than the Scirocco 16V it replaced, the new-technology four-cylinder Corrado G60 didn't find many fans. https://www.hagerty.com/media/videos/the-volkswagen-corrado-vr6-sounds-like-a-winner-revelations-with-jason-cammisa-ep-10/

Billthecat707

What a neat (not literally) place. So much history it'd be a shame to lose. Be nice if someone like Ray Evernham could do something with some of the cars later.

parkwood60

I have even used this trick to install timing chains on motorcycles that use a smaller version of a bicycle chain (and has to go through tunnels) without disassembling the bottom end. The torsion bar sprung DOHC Honda CB450 motor suggests it in right the manual.

hyperv6

I grew up with a number of GTO models. The tri power cars are still my favorite with mechanical linkage. The sound and feel of these we're special. The GM engineers understood Pontiac and it is a shame the management of GM and the pettiness of Chevy destroyed Pontiac. If you spent time in these you would understand why a later GTP or SSEI while good cars were not real Pontiacs and just better Chevys.

Hagerty

The transformation of Monterey during the magical Monterey Classic Car Week is a complete one, as car nuts descend upon the Peninsula from all corners of the globe. Many of them bring their best driving cars with them, so the streets are heavily peppered with machinery you won't see parked anywhere else. https://www.hagerty.com/media/events/2014-monterey-auto-week/

MT

yes, I have seen many of these in the SF Bay Area. That said, each year it gets more and more difficult to pass smog here as they tighten restrictions.

Hagerty

Airstream, the all-American adventure icon, was born 90 years ago. Founded on a wanderlust that never left, the brand has been on an incredible journey which began in 1931 with its founder Wally Byham. Now, the silver bullet trailer is the subject of a compelling documentary titled Alumination which tells the Airstream story through amazing archive footage and interviews with generations of enthusiasts. https://www.hagerty.com/media/automotive-history/airstream-90-years-of-american-adventures/

Reinhold_Weege

The woman's expression says it all... "are you serious!?"

Reinhold_Weege

Thank you for somewhat explaining how something as bad as "Take On Me" ever received any airplay.

Rob1

Great article Kyle I had to laugh at myself I had bikes from motocross/dual sport/cruisers/and sport bikes for over 40 some odd years and never thought of globbing silicone on the master link what a idea i have lost the retainers in the past and it also come in handy to spot the link and be sure all is well,DUHHH never to old to learn.Cheers R

Rob1

In our small town we use to live there was a Harley dealer and as young lads we use to hang out at the town center and watch the older guys cruzing their new rides Sportsters were hugely popular then I always imagined tearing up the highway on one.Alas my father was dead set against bikes sports cars no issue it wasn't till my late teens game fully employed and on the cusp of moving out that bikes became a part of my life,in between that time the people who ran the dealership knew me on a first name basis as i would wander the showroom from the time I was on a bicycle,altough that dealership moved 20 miles to a bigger city it is still going strong today started in 1955 they also sponsored heavily the local dirt track great memory's on Saturday nights Harley Davidson Motorcycles had a big impact on our area and created jobs and a great place to hang out.Cheers to H.D

ATLpaul

I wish Ford would give a trim including XM radio and real leather for seats. For some reason they think people who want those features go for Ranger. That is wrong. There is a universe that wants softer ride of Maverick with better creature comforts like leather and XM radio.

Hagerty

How the cheapest Porsche in history became a coveted icon of cool for new generations Viennese émigré Maximilian Hoffman deserved his nickname: "The Baron of Park Avenue." As exotic foreign cars were imported after the war, Max would flaunt them in his Park Avenue showroom. https://www.hagerty.com/media/archived/bargain-blockbuster/

Rob1

Sad but true EV,s will rule the planet in the future just not my future as Iam sure somebody back in the late eighteen hundreds said about the barn full of horses and buggys good news is tons of all our favorites of today out there for sale just get a bigger garage and enjoy the sounds of our gas burners it will be awhile before they are dust collectors long before that time I will be dust.Cheers R

Oldroad1

The 60 Ferrari Sport Dino I think takes this photo show. I wonder if the factory ever tried turning the hood scoop around?

Honeybadger

Hey there, just wanted to let you know that the 2.5t you have on here [picture and what you discuss] is from the CX-5 and Mazda6 not Mazda 3 Turbo, which is an air to water intercooler instead of air to air now with other changes as well with non-interchangeable parts. It's a different engine now basically with some similarities.

Oldroad1

Any questions about the huge carbon foot print this type of mining would produce? The whole reason behind the EV movement is to reduce or eliminate the evil carbon foot print. Am I wrong in my belief that this type of mining would bring another form of carbon emission? So while eliminating ICE and other fossil emissions we're creating another form to replace it with. Total hypocrisy.

Oldroad1

Disconnect your 12V truck battery from the truck and jump cable the 12V to the 6V tractor posi to ground and neg to battery. If the 12V is fully charged the tractor starter should turn over and start the motor.

jaysalserVW

I live in the Dallas, TX, area--just to get out of the Big City traffic is a hassle for an older vintage vehicle. Highway vehicles have little to no respect for someone driving an antique--and they will push the older car to its limit! "Get out of the way!" Our collector club finds it difficult to locate good cruise sites that can be accessed without getting onto a major highway. We envy the Easterners who have so much scenic roadway to explore at a leisurely pace. And, my wife and I DO fall into that older class of people who have traveled and driven so much that we have little desire to travel just for travel's sake. Sigh!

Hagerty

With apologies to Ernest Hemingway, Jeff Hixon has his own version of "The Old Man and the Sea" - or, more appropriately, the old man and the boat. After almost a decade of searching for every scrap of information he could find about his wooden 1932 HollyCraft, an unexpected visitor to Hixon's home changed everything. https://www.hagerty.com/media/marine/32-race-boat/

RokemRonnie

If you can find the parts to reverse rotate a Buick/Rover V8, that would save about 150 lbs over the 283.

Hagerty

Restoring my 1965 Chevrolet Corvair has made me an expert on starting projects. I know how to plan them, budget for them, and prepare for them. I can tell you about the risks of losing momentum. I can also explain how even the smallest project can cost far more than planned. https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/stop-making-excuses-finish-your-projects/

911rs

There's something magical about seeing these cars under night lighting. I went to Rennsport I at Lime Rock and camped in a friends car trailer who was running at the event. That night we walked down to the paddock and walked around all the cars. A security guard came by and asked what we were doing. We assured him that the cars were perfectly safe under our watchful and admiring eyes. One of those life memories you will never forget.

hunternicholas

I'm not thinking that you're a liar, but I don't know how the odor of a corpse processed with formaldehyde could seep past both the formaldehyde and the gasketing of the casket. Can you clarify?

Hagerty

When John Barrett was growing up in the 1970s, LaPlace, Louisiana, was home to the LaPlace Dragway. The mere presence of this track-located on Highway 61 between New Orleans and Baton Rouge-made LaPlace a "car town," drawing together the car community from all over South Louisiana, who came to LaPlace for its racing spectacles. https://www.hagerty.com/media/videos/just-beat-it-driving-hondas-mid-engine-kei-car/

Studenorton

If anything could be more graceful and reliable than an electric Citroen, it would have to be one electrified by the English. Bon chance, mon ami.

Hagerty

What makes a Toyota Land Cruiser so appealing? For some, it's the original Jeep-like vehicle with roots back to 1951. For others, it's the ability to go just about anywhere with room for the whole family. https://www.hagerty.com/media/buying-and-selling/your-handy-1967-80-toyota-fj55-buyers-guide/

Hagerty

The calendar let us know that it is big block week and today marks arguably the most infamous of the big-blocks- the 426 Hemi. Its namesake hemispherical combustion chambers were already storied when the street king 426 came to market in 1964, as Chrysler built multiple iterations of smaller Hemis beginning in the '50s. https://www.hagerty.com/media/archived/show-us-your-hemi/

Hagerty

The stereotypical Porsche owner is a highly rational being. Perhaps an engineer or a pilot. Fifty years ago, the correlation between 911 ownership and slide rule ownership was probably high. But sometimes all it takes is the promise of exclusivity, or maybe a storied badge, or the right tail on the engine lid, and all or at least part of that Porsche owner rationality goes right out the window. https://www.hagerty.com/media/market-trends/why-are-porsche-911-r-prices-on-the-rise-again/

Spuds

I like deoxit too.

audiobycarmine

Well, I HAVEN'T. Evolved, that is. I know all about its "idiosyncrasies" (serious issues,) and such. An old friend, who collected and restored them, told me of a license-plate frame he saw at a Jaguar-only meet: "Ah, but when it RUNS" I'll never be rich enough to actually keep one; (owning one isn't too crazy; KEEPING it is.) To me, it's akin to Debra Jo Fondren or Shannon Tweed — if you know the names, you'll know what I mean.

audiobycarmine

These classic M-B's are always a joy to behold. George's is great too, but it sure looks like Volvo did it from the belt-line up. Not a problem — at least there's proper headroom for all.

Rob1

Great article well written and researched what a story this car has it needs to be a total resto just because its a unique olde street fighter finds like this are rare as unicorns hope to see it in the future Joe,this car and this story reminiscent of Astoria "Chas" and the 67 L 88 Vette found and restored in NY glory days my friends.Cheers R

Tinkerah

Thanks for this!...The first transformer?

Oliver

What a great short story. We all have a certain adventurous spirit in us some act on it more than others. i own a 1971 vw baywindow weekender ( table and slide bed / no cabinets). Family and friends used to joke and try to to convince me take another more modern car on outings. Now 10 years latter i have to load up the Bus with all them because nobody wants to miss out on the experience it brings. Is it slow -yes, no a/c -yes, power steering- no, extra engine parts -yes, but most important, smiles and memories -YES. This article has inspired me to take a longer journey then i have ever done before. 13500 miles -no but a few weeks with a few that would dare to jump in- its in the works. Oliver - Long Island NY

hunternicholas

Another danger here relates to Chrysler's willingness to hold onto dash gauge amp-meters longer than other makes. While commendable given the additional cost, and in having clarity of the alternator's output, even a lowly and outdated 35 amps running under the dashboard is an awful lot of juice. In 1981 my brother lost his beautiful '72 Barracuda while parked due to a dashboard fire of unknown origin.

hunternicholas

Interesting that for service in Japan both are LHD models.

Sajeev

+1, times a million!

Isabella

god blog and for your Information also.

Hagerty

Hagerty readers and Hagerty Drivers Club members share their cherished collector and enthusiast vehicles with us via our contact email, tips@hagerty.com. We're showcasing some of our favorite stories among these submissions. To have your car featured, send complete photography and your story of ownership to the above email address. https://www.hagerty.com/media/hagerty-community/rides-from-the-readers-2001-isuzu-vehicrosses/

Hagerty

A few days ago, I joined 1300 other lucky souls to see the new Corvette for the first time. Most of my concerns about its design are gone and, except for a few quibbles, the 2020 mid-engine Stingray blew me away. https://www.hagerty.com/media/archived/2020-corvette-stingray-is-good/

race15

If you’re using 1-Mcf of NG to generate 1-kWh of electricity – I have a gas well you can invest in! Natural gas (NG) production is typically measured in thousands of cubic feet (Mcf) in order to define the necessary production and transport equipment (production tubing, wellhead, pipeline, etc.). Natural gas is sold in increments of millions of BTUs (MMBtu) reflecting the quality of the gas and its efficiency as a fuel. For general conversation the two are considered synonymous, i.e. 1-Mcf = 1-MMBtu. The yield will vary slightly depending on the quality of the NG, but on average it will take 7.43 c.f. of NG to produce one kilowatt hour (kWh) of electricity (about 0.135 kWh per cubic foot). So, the Tesla Model 3 will only take around 372 c.f. of NG for a full 50 kWh charge, or 1.42 c.f. per mile – 63% less than that of the Honda. (I didn’t check your Honda conversions or calculations.) https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=667&t=8

Jack_Hagerty

Comment of the week!

OldCarMan

Not much in SE Michigan. Are these only Hagerty sponsored? For example: Rockin' Rods in Rochester (400 cars) Woodward Dream Cruise week, NOT M-1 anything... NSRA Nats North 2000 car street rod show Frankenmuth show weekend Eyes On Design at Edsel Ford Estate (invitational) This is just for starters... Bakers Cruise In on Sundays, in Milford Hines Park Cruise In Culvers Cruise In, every Tuesday (400 cars)

Sajeev

Hmm, I really thought (from what I found online, and the Internet is always right 🙂 ) that they switched all cars to a two bolt style in 1960. But I will keep my fingers crossed that one can still work for you!