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Junkyard Gem: 2010 Pontiac Vibe

Just over a month before filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2009, General Motors announced that the 83-year-old Pontiac Division would be "phased...

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Junkyard Gem: 1987 Ford Escort GL 2-door hatchback

Ford sold the Pinto subcompact from the 1971 through 1980 model years, and gave it a bit of European flavor by powering it with...

Pajero Selected as Historic Car by the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announces that the first generation Pajero1, launched in 1982, has been selected by the Japan Automotive Hall of...

The Detroit Bureau Explores the Phenomenon of Jeep Culture

The Detroit Bureau Explores the Phenomenon of Jeep CultureWhen it comes to iconic American vehicles, few can match the popularity and cultural significance of...

1998 Chevrolet Astro Art Van: A Hidden Treasure Found in the Junkyard

In the vast world of junkyards, where rusted cars and forgotten treasures lie, there are occasional hidden gems waiting to be discovered. One such...

Tesla’s Five Big Challenges To Overcome

There is no other company in recent automotive history that has recorded such rapid growth as Tesla. This brand is undoubtedly the motoring protagonist...

A Comprehensive Showcase of Muscle Cars, Off-Roaders, and More at the Woodward Dream Cruise 2003 – Autoblog

The Woodward Dream Cruise is an annual event that brings together car enthusiasts from all over the world to celebrate the rich history and...

Elon Musk is Self-Aware – Semiwiki

“I think we’ll be better than human by the end of the year.” – Elon Musk, CEO, Tesla Parsing the impact of the latest Tesla earnings...

1987 Saab 900 4-Door Sedan: A Hidden Treasure Found in the Junkyard

Hidden among the rusted hulks and forgotten relics of a junkyard, lies a true gem from the past - the 1987 Saab 900 4-Door...

Independence Day: 12 Important American Cars – The Detroit Bureau

It’s not so much the 1986 Buick Riviera itself that’s important, but for what came standard: the industry’s first touchscreen. Although widely derided...

12 Significant American Cars Celebrated on Independence Day by The Detroit Bureau

Independence Day is a time for Americans to come together and celebrate the rich history and achievements of their nation. And what better way...

Junkyard Gem: 2001 Honda CR-V with 403,757 miles

Several readers have suggested that I document some early compact crossover SUVs during my junkyard travels, making the point that these little truck-influenced machines...

44 Years Later, Restored Aston Martin Bulldog Achieves Over 200-MPH Speed Mark

In 1979, the Aston Martin Bulldog was unveiled as a concept car with the aim of becoming the fastest production car in the world....

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