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Pony Car to Thoroughbred: The Ford Mustang GTD’s 800-HP Evolution

Hark back to 1962, when Ford executives were sitting around a table, probably nursing their third martini lunch. Lee Iacocca, looking like h...

Pony Car to Thoroughbred: The Ford Mustang GTD’s 800-HP Evolution

Hark back to 1962, when Ford executives were sitting around a table, probably nursing their third martini lunch. Lee Iacocca, looking like h...

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/ 2 months ago

The 2024 Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach in Video and Pictures

PEBBLE BEACH — There’s something about rolling out of bed at 3 a.m. that makes you question your life choices — especially when those choice...

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/ 3 months ago

Iconic Rides: Shane McMullen’s Classic ’55 Chevy: From Barn Find to Fresno Street King

Prepare for a cruise into the world of Shane McMullen, a hot rod hero who’s got more passion for pistons than a politician has for por...

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/ 4 months ago

Toyota Tacoma’s New Safety Features: A Crash Course in Crash-Avoidance

Rear-ending a car or dodging a jaywalking pedestrian can turn your morning commute into a disaster movie. That’s why Toyota is rolling out t...

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/ 4 months ago

How a Kentucky Coal Miner’s Move to California Led to Bob Graham’s Gleaming ’55 Chevy

There’s something about dads and cars that’s more American than apple pie and arguing over who makes the best BBQ. Before some of us could w...

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/ 4 months ago

End of the Roar: Porsche Bids Farewell to the 718 Internal Combustion Engine

Ladies and gentlemen, it’s the end of an era. Porsche is giving the internal combustion 718 Cayman and Boxster the boot. That’s ...

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/ 4 months ago

Chromes and Legends: This Fresno Garage Holds a Wealth of Vintage Cars and Memorabilia

Fresno’s car culture is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of horsepower, grease, and community spirit. The Central Valley has long been ...

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/ 4 months ago

Steve McQueen, a 1912 Indian, and Dan and Kathy Rouit’s Clovis Flat Track Motorcycle Museum

I recently had the privilege of spending an afternoon at the Dan and Kathy Rouit Clovis Flat Track Motorcycle Museum in Clovis, California. ...

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/ 5 months ago

A Half-Century of Roaring Passion: Cobras, Shelby Mustangs & The People Who Love Them

COSTA MESA —The Cobra Owners Club of America-Orange County just threw a party that made Woodstock look like a quiet evening at home. Celebra...

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/ 5 months ago

As the Flag Drops at Le Mans, Remembering the 3 Americans Who Won in 1978

OK, let’s set the way-back machine to 1978. The disco ball was still spinning, Star Wars was blowing our minds, and in the quiet town of Sar...

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/ 5 months ago

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Northern California Gets Record Rain and Heavy Snow. Many Have Been in the Dark for Days in Seattle

Franz Wagner Hits a Clutch 3, and the Magic Exploit Davis’ Mistakes for a Win Over Lakers

$165 Billion Revenue Error Continues to Haunt California’s Budget

What to Know About Pam Bondi, Trump’s New Pick for Attorney General

North Korean Leader Says Past Diplomacy Only Confirmed US Hostility

Democrats Strike Deal to Get More Biden Judges Confirmed Before Congress Adjourns

President Biden Welcomes 2024 NBA Champion Boston Celtics to White House

Ohtani Makes History With 3rd MVP, Judge Claims 2nd AL Honor

Average Rate on a 30-Year Mortgage in the US Rises to Highest Level Since July

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Pony Car to Thoroughbred: The Ford Mustang GTD’s 800-HP Evolution

Pony Car to Thoroughbred: The Ford Mustang GTD’s 800-HP Evolution

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The 2024 Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach in Video and Pictures

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Iconic Rides: Shane McMullen’s Classic ’55 Chevy: From Barn Find to Fresno Street King

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Toyota Tacoma’s New Safety Features: A Crash Course in Crash-Avoidance

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How a Kentucky Coal Miner’s Move to California Led to Bob Graham’s Gleaming ’55 Chevy

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End of the Roar: Porsche Bids Farewell to the 718 Internal Combustion Engine

/ 4 months ago

Chromes and Legends: This Fresno Garage Holds a Wealth of Vintage Cars and Memorabilia

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Steve McQueen, a 1912 Indian, and Dan and Kathy Rouit’s Clovis Flat Track Motorcycle Museum

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A Half-Century of Roaring Passion: Cobras, Shelby Mustangs & The People Who Love Them

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As the Flag Drops at Le Mans, Remembering the 3 Americans Who Won in 1978

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Northern California Gets Record Rain and Heavy Snow. Many Have Been in the Dark for Days in Seattle

Franz Wagner Hits a Clutch 3, and the Magic Exploit Davis’ Mistakes for a Win Over Lakers

Fresno DUI Suspect Arrested After Wrong-Way Crash Leaves Two Injured

$165 Billion Revenue Error Continues to Haunt California’s Budget

California’s Water Crisis Deepens as San Joaquin Valley Sinks

What to Know About Pam Bondi, Trump’s New Pick for Attorney General

North Korean Leader Says Past Diplomacy Only Confirmed US Hostility

Democrats Strike Deal to Get More Biden Judges Confirmed Before Congress Adjourns

Newsom Gaslights on Potential Gas Price Hikes in Fresno Visit

Shoppers Flock to Clovis for Vallarta’s Grand Opening

Wired Wednesday: How Fresno is Preparing For Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan

Piedmont Airlines Workers in Fresno Picket for Higher Wages

What Is Saving Grace for Embattled Valley Farmers? People Always Need Food

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