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Yes, it’s true I’m a car lover. Why else would I be writing to you via my JulesOnWheelz.net Blog! Being a car lover should not be confused with loving being in a car...for too long...nine hours to be exact. This is the preface to my story today...yes it’s true. Driving from Kentucky to... Continue Reading →
The sun arose to greet the loyal enthusiasts early Saturday in Pure Michigan. A day had come for car lovers all over the midwest to show their wares, drool over their hopes, and appreciate the one and only Concours d’Elegance of America. A bevy of volunteers shine every year and for the past 40 in... Continue Reading →
The original 1968 Bullitt Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the police drama "Bullitt" makes its way to Washington next week. Much like Jimmy Stewart in "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", Sean Kiernan's treasure has the potential to bring people who wouldn't normally be "car people" to their knees on the National Mall next week... Continue Reading →
Today BMW launched its automobile subscription service Access by BMW. Nashville, TN is the headquarters for the pilot program that will include two levels to choose from that allows unlimited switching of vehicles during any given 32-day membership cycle. A $575 joining fee applies unless you are one of the lucky 50 to sign-up for... Continue Reading →
We've all wished for it. The eternal hope that we might someday sit in a fine specimen of automotive greatness feeling the rumble under us as we motor down an infinite highway of pleasure... Hello, Hello! This is reality...remember me! Rarely do mere mortals commence on a path to this dream, but one can get... Continue Reading →
I grew up in a large family by today's standards, my parents in even larger ones. Often, genius runs in families. We see this in the Olympic athletes that are second or third generation and as talented or more than their parents or grandparents. Whether nature or nurture or both has shaped us, it shows... Continue Reading →
Fiftieth birthdays can be fun, frustrating, fitful and/or fantastic. Subaru jumps to Fifty and Fabulous with their Anniversary Edition line in Heritage Blue unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show last week. Thomas Doll, President and COO of Subaru of America, Inc. was the leader of the festivities that started with his keynote address at the... Continue Reading →
The days of our youth are scattered with experiences that few but us recall. Many times though, those youthful experiences are remembered for a lifetime. Their impact surfaces during our adult lives often to mold and shape our futures. This was so for President and CEO of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. Hinrich J. Woebcken.... Continue Reading →
The Chicago Auto Show has already begun for some. Prepping for any event involves careful planning and follow through in order to make it successful. #CAS18 gave it’s media the opportunity to rev-up their experience by hosting the Concept and Technology Garage on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Those of us who were able to defy... Continue Reading →
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