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(By contributor John Bleimaier) The advent of paddle shifters in today’s cars should cause us to consider once again where the gear shift lever should ideally be placed. Paddle shifters located on either side of the steering wheel and affixed … Continue reading
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(by contributor John Bleimaier) The automobile and the concept of freedom are intimately intertwined. The open road and the sense of mobility are at the epicenter of American culture. When foreigners think of our country, their predominant image is … Continue reading
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(By contributor John Bleimaier) Back in the 1950s and early ‘60s, owners of sports cars from England and the rest of Europe commonly flashed their headlights after encountering each other on the road. It was a gesture of good will … Continue reading
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When considering three elements of performance: speed, handling and economy – vehicle weight impacts all of them. That’s why racehorses are lean and jockeys are diminutive. Every race car engineer knows that weight is the single most important factor in … Continue reading
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(by contributor John Bleimaier)… In the culinary world, salt is one of a few truly magical ingredients which release taste and enliven sensory responses without relying on artificial chemicals that are detrimental to the human body. Any chef that … Continue reading
Commentary – Customized Automotive Coachbuilding May Make A Return Just Yet…
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This month, we’re starting off by turning the clock back 100 years to take a quick look at the automotive coachbuilding era that largely began in the 1920s, with a focus on Mercedes-Benz. If you’re not familiar with custom coach-built … Continue reading →