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Lamborghini’s Race Evolution: From Tractors to the Track

Lamborghini, a name synonymous with automotive elegance and raw power, has made an indelible mark on the racing world with its evolution int...

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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/ 10 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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/ 11 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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/ 12 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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/ 12 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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/ 1 year 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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/ 1 year 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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/ 1 year 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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/ 1 year 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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/ 1 year 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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/ 1 year ago

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Visalia Police Arrest DUI Driver on Probation After Early Morning Chase

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Henry Thompson Did Wonders for Fresno Airport, Leaves ‘Incredibly Big Shoes to Fill’

Bryan Kohberger Sentenced to Life for Idaho Killings, Declines to Make Statement

US Judge Rejects Bid to Unseal Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts From Florida Probe

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