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The Golden Calipers at the Auto Show

Golden Calipers Posted January 15 2008 02:32 PM by Melissa

 Toyota and Mazda display the Motor Trend Calipers with pride and creativity.

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Things that needed a second look at the Detroit auto show

Michelin Challenge Design Posted January 15 2008 02:07 PM by Melissa

 I finally made my way down to the lower level third hall today only to find Dub magazine cars, insurance company displays, and a few odd pieces of Chinese vehicles that have nothing to do with trucks. But they're still...

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Day Three of the NAIAS and it's a ghost town here

jeep display Posted January 15 2008 10:13 AM by Melissa

 I'm here at the Detroit auto show for one more day. Mark Williams and Allyson Harwood have already departed to head back to warm L.A., leaving me to here to enjoy the first day of snow I've seen since arriving here three...

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We got photos before the debut!! Jeep Renegade Concept

Jeep Renegade Concept rear view Posted January 14 2008 09:05 AM by Melissa

 As I was wandering around the showroom floor, I saw this green vehicle being escorted down the carpet. Luckily, I had my camera for the "before the debut" rollup!

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That's all Bull - The all-new Dodge Ram debut gets Hot!

dodge rambull run Posted January 13 2008 11:40 AM by Melissa

 Chrysler's cowboy approach to unveil the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram took over the streets in front of Cobo center as a herd of long-horned bulls led the way… and stole the show.

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Highway Diaries: Just me and my mini jug on the way to NAIAS

jug of oj Posted January 13 2008 11:34 AM by Melissa

 As I sit here in the media center at the famed Cobo center in Detroit, I'm trying to figure out how we’re going to get the live updates we promised as automakers present the latest concepts. By the time I post this blog,...

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"Fastest Pickup Truck In The World"
Highway Diaries: 2004-2006 Dodge Ram SRT10
2004-2006 Dodge Ram SRT10 Front View - highway Posted December 12 2007 02:57 PM by Melissa

 Just as in any other morning, I was traveling alongside the carpool lane (the fast lane) on the longest stretch of highway as part of my commute when, all of a sudden, a fierce-looking grille filled up my rearview mirror....

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Playboy names Land Rover LR2 Best SUV for 2008

2008 Land Rover LR2 Posted December 7 2007 12:41 PM by Melissa

 Through our history, hot cars and hot woman have gone hand to hand in the adult and automotive industries. With little surprise, Playboy announced today its list for the Hottest Cars of 2008. Hot on that list for Best SUV...

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Highway Diaries: December 7, 2007
'More than a car… More than a truck'
1960 half-ton Chevrolet El Camino Delray Series 11 Posted December 7 2007 12:15 PM by Melissa

 The Chevy El Camino was introduced in 1959 and featured a slew of color and chassis options. One such option was "Delray Series 1100." I spotted this on my venture into the office today.

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Rock Legend Led Zeppelin Is Immortalized on a Jeep Patriot

Limited Edition Led Zeppelin Jeep Patriot Posted December 7 2007 11:50 AM by Melissa

 The Limited Edition Led Zeppelin Jeep Patriot made its debut today. This Jeep Patriot is a tribute to one of the most influential rock bands of the 1970s with custom exterior graphics and two VIP tickets to see Led...

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Priddy Auctions Spied Swag For Charity

2009 Dodge Journry Posted December 5 2007 07:43 AM by Melissa

 If you are an avid automotive-swag collector, then this charity auction would be a prize to have in your collection. Brenda Priddy has put several one-of-a-kind pre-Dodge Journey items on eBay to benefit the charity of...

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2007 Motor4Toys
The 4th Annual Charity Exotic, European & Classic Car Show
2007 Motor4Toys Posted December 4 2007 04:42 PM by Melissa

 The holidays sneak up on us every year. Before we know it, the turkey has been served and the department stores are having the craziest sales of the year. Yup, the holidays are here and Chrismas is just around the corner,...

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RIP Evel Knievel - The True American Hero

Robert Craig 'Evel' Knievel, Jr. Posted November 30 2007 07:29 PM by Melissa

 We lost a true American icon and hero today, Evel Knievel. His outlandish and outrageous daredevil stunts that transformed him into a national icon in the 1960s making his a household name. He passed away at the age of 69....

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Toyota Announces Pricing on 2008 RAV4

2008 Toyota Rav4 front view Posted November 30 2007 07:17 PM by Melissa

 Toyota announced mid-year price adjustments to manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2008 model RAV4.

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My Review: 2008 Infiniti QX56

2008 Infiniti QX56 front view Posted November 13 2007 11:49 AM by Melissa

 The redesigned QX56 made its debut earlier this year at the 2007 Detroit auto show as the flagship full-size luxury SUV in Infiniti's expanding lineup. Although the QX56's underpinnings have not changed since its...

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