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 →
Start It Up – Concept and Technology Garage at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show Media Days
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 →
#CAS18 Solace — Part Three
With the Chicago Auto Show ready for race day, the third and final thoroughbred is in the starting gate as a new premiere sponsor, Wintrust. Since 1991, Wintrust has provided a hometown bank to the Chicagoland area. Big bank function with small community bank feel makes Wintrust stand out from others. Knowing their customers and valuing local... Continue Reading →
#CAS18 Solace—Part Two
Continuing with the great events available at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show...lets talk favorites. Parents say they don't have favorites, but the kids know different. Identifying a favorite can be frustrating because "they all taste good". Your favorite vacation spot? Usually the beach or the mountains...maybe even Chicago in the winter? Nah... Recalling favorites make... Continue Reading →
Loving the Lag…Racing the Day Away @ Autobahn CC
Time. It's precious. We never seem to have enough. Can't seem to see where it goes. Its ability to fly especially when "having fun", miraculous. The thought of driving finely tuned machines around a closed track seems like a great way to spend a few hours on a Saturday right? Well...wow...just wow. What an understatement!... Continue Reading →
Dave Kindig, Kevv Dogg and Dreams: an Adventure on Woodward Avenue
Never did I think in a million years that I'd have the pleasure of meeting Dave Kindig and Kevin Schiele aka "Kevv Dogg" of the Velocity Channel's Bitchin' Rides at the Woodward Dream Cruise. Cruising down Woodward in a dream car or on foot is a treat for sure, but noticing Dave at the top of a tower laden... Continue Reading →
Corvettes and Cousins
Car love runs in families and mine is no different. Growing up in the same northern Illinois region, my cousin Dan and I were worlds apart. He, quite a few years my senior, hung out with my older brothers. Including the little sister happened on occasion. Dan's daughter was my playmate since our ages were... Continue Reading →
Track Time – Summer Sizzle
Ah summer. A time to kick back and enjoy the beautiful weather and activities that we reserve for warmer temperatures. The winter doldrums are over and the fun begins. The list for any car enthusiast's summer schedule includes some much-needed track time. I must admit that my track affair is a highlight of the season... Continue Reading →