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EAST HADDAM, CT – Touted as being “larger and more capable than ever,” the Kona model is Hyundai’s “fun-sized” utility crossover. The top-of-the-line Kona Limited version demonstrates the power of not only meeting expectations, but of consistently exceeding them. It’s proven here in the United States by the growth of …

THOMASTON, CT – A gorgeous late summer day meant a huge turnout for the 34th annual Summer Cruise in downtown Thomaston presented by the Thomaston Police Explorers. Not only did the show attract entries from near and far, it also drew many spectators who filled lots away from the show’s …

LAKEVILLE, CT – In a surprise statement issued Wednesday morning, Lime Rock Park racetrack offered a broad apology for “an unacceptable traffic situation” on the morning of Sunday, Aug. 31 that “created long delays for our neighbors, guests, and anyone who was simply trying to pass through the area.” Spectators …

SALISBURY, CT – A rare and low-mileage Plymouth Superbird that has had owners in Northwest Connecticut for the past 54 years sold today for a hefty $286,000 in an online auction on Bring a Trailer, a model record for the online auction site. The identity of the buyer has not …

— FALLS VILLAGE, CT – It’s always a late summer treat in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut. As part of its annual Historic Festival over Labor Day Weekend, Lime Rock Park racetrack stages a 17-mile parade that features old race cars and vintage sports cars. The parade ends in Falls …

PROSPECT, CT – The 40th edition of the Prospect Sock Hop and Car Show drew a hefty crowd on Sunday with an estimated 900* entries filling an expanded show ground. Lines were long at food purveyors and the atmosphere was upbeat. RIDE-CT took more photos than usual. Here’s a gallery …

PLANTSVILLE, CT – The 30th annual regional meet staged by the Connecticut chapter of the American Motors Owners Association attracted dozens of AMC, Rambler, Nash and Hudson owners and their models from Connecticut and other nearby states to the Southington Drive-In on Saturday. While Gremlin and Pacer models were in …

GREENWICH, CT – Facing immediate eviction, Freccia Brothers Garage at 246 W. Putnam Ave. has launched a GoFundMe page hoping to raise sufficient money to find a new location and keep the 103-year business operating. As of Saturday morning, more than $12,000 has been raised with the goal being $250,000. …

GOSHEN, CT – It didn’t take a final car count to know that the Litchfield Hills Historical Auto Club had a record number of entries at its annual car show at the Goshen Fairgrounds on Sunday. Classic cars stretched from the north end of the grounds to well south of …

RIDGEFIELD, CT – The lumber yard at Ridgefield Building Supply provided a unique setting for an inaugural car show today, and the turnout was sizable. RIDE-CT pounded the pavement for a couple of hours to create a photo gallery and a video of the event… — — Three owners talk …