The ruling overturned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 1981 decision to rescind the regulation, which originally was to have affected all new large and medium-sized cars in the 1982 model year and all cars made thereafter. The Reagan administration scrapped the requirement as p...
There are not a lot of these handsome cars left.Hagertydoesn’t track New Yorkers built after 1970, so it’s hard to get a feel for values. They occasionally appear in theHemmings Motor Newsclassifieds, oneBay Motors, and onBring a Trailer. In March 2025, a 1980 New YorkerFifth Avenue ...
The “w126 body” S-class (or “126”) body style sold from 1980-1991 is considered one of the most influential designs in Mercedes-Benz’s history. It’s hard to argue that 126’s exude power, sophistication and continue to inspire imitation today. Among the sleekest … Continue reading...
there were striking contrasts between wealthy extravagance and economic hardship, escapist glamor and earthy pragmatism. For this reason, American car manufacturers on one side were producing incredibly powerful, beautifully built muscle cars in the 1970s such as the Pontiac Firebird, the Buick...
Fast facts and model year changes for enthusiast cars and trucks from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and 2000’s
Despite its meager origins, the Lincoln Versailles offered superb comfort and convenience in the luxury compact class. Following Cadillac's lead with the Seville, Lincoln priced the Versailles higher than the rest of the line. In this book, read about the history, compare facts and features, ...
Indianapolis 500, U.S. automobile race held almost every year since 1911. The race is always run at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, a suburban enclave of Indianapolis, Indiana. Drawing crowds of several hundred thousand people, the race is among
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The “w126 body” S-class (or “126”) body style sold from 1980-1991 is considered one of the most influential designs in Mercedes-Benz’s history. It’s hard to argue that 126’s exude power, sophistication and continue to inspire imitation today. Among the sleekest … Continue reading...
Hallidie's original grip used a horizonal wheel to open and close the jaws. The majority of cable car lines used levers to operate their grips, because a long lever gives good leverage. Levers, however, took up space in the car that could be used for fare-paying passengers. Some lines ...