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EAST HADDAM, CT – The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) defines a “classic” as “a high-priced, fine or distinctive automobile built in limited quantities.” While the likes of Packard and Pierce-Arrow will never be seen again, the modern-day equivalents are premium, full-size sport utility vehicles.  They even resemble what …

AUBURN HILLS, MI – Dodge calls it “the world’s quickest and most powerful muscle car.” It’s also the world’s first all-electric muscle car. How does 670 horsepower and the potential to do 0-60 mph in 3.3 seconds sound? It’s the all-wheel-drive 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona that the brand revealed on …

TORRINGTON, CT – It was a memorable slogan that suggested exclusivity and owner passion back in the early days of automobiles: “Ask the Man Who Owns One.” It was applied to the Packard brand, which began in 1899 in Warren, Ohio and lasted until 1958. “They were extremely well made …

JUPITER, FL – It’s a challenging problem involving a luxury SUV that has a potentially high price tag to rectify; as much as $20,000 or more. There’s no easy solution for a friend who owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG that has developed an engine issue. Simply put, my …

Executive pay these days is never stingy. And, yes, it’s true that the United Auto Workers contract deal with Stellantis last year got its members an immediate 11 percent pay hike and a 25 percent increase in base wages through 2028, but the pay package revealed this week for the …

PLEASANT VALLEY, CT – Styling-wise, Chevrolet cars designed and built for the 1953 and 1954 model years were evolutionary rather than revolutionary. They were decidedly less flashy than the memorable “Tri-Five” offerings of the 1955, ’56 and ’57 model years that followed, providing Jim Fenn of Pleasant Valley with incentive …

BLYTHEWOOD, SC – With a line of old International Harvester Scout models standing sentry, Scout Motors broke ground here Thursday on a $2 billion factory that is slated to begin producing a revived, electric Scout model in late 2026. “We’re here to celebrate the revitalization of an American icon and …

WATERTOWN, CT – It’s not farfetched to think that Ed Montambault of Watertown was perhaps born with motor oil in his veins. His full name is Edward Montambault III and he’s the third generation owner of Montambault’s Auto Supply and Service Center in Waterbury.  Montambault’s grandfather, Edward Montambault Sr., opened …

“Consumer Reports” is out with its annual list of vehicle manufacturers whose products owners most adore. Results of the magazine’s annual owner satisfaction survey for 2024 showed EV builder Rivian perched atop the list with Infiniti mired at the bottom. An impressive 86 percent of Rivian owners said they would …

SOMEWHERE IN NORTH CAROLINA – Whether they have classic beauties or more modern models that somehow stand out, car owners tend to be proud of what’s parked in their garages. And, over the years, most of us have learned to be diplomatic when commenting on another person’s vehicle, especially if …