Released on the big screen in 1977, Smokey and the Bandit revolves around two bootleggers attempting to illegally transport 400 cases of Coors beer from Texarkana to Atlanta. The film was a sleeper hit, grossing $126.7 million in the North, despite initially underperforming at the box office. Source: www.topspeed.com
Pontiac is one of GM’s oldest brands, and some say its existence ended prematurely with the 2008-2009 financial crisis and subsequent bailout. But before GM’s ‘sporty’ brand goes away, the Australian manufacturer will be leaving us with a very nice parting gift. Source: www.hotcars.com
mitsubishi It may not be the most popular automaker, but it does have a diverse lineup of vehicles. An example of this automotive versatility is the Mitsubishi Galant VR-4. Of course, most people are familiar with the regular old Mitsubishi Galant, which began production in 1969 and ended in 2012. Source: www.hotcars.com
The last time a Pontiac vehicle rolled off the assembly line was in January 2010. The legendary division of General Motors left behind some iconic cars that will never be forgotten, including the Firebird, Grand Prix, and Motorsport, with an enviable pedigree in the motorsports world. Source: www.hotcars.com
Eight-time WRC Champion Sébastien Ogier and 2023 WRC Champion Kalle Rovenperä unveil a specially tuned edition of the GR Yaris … Source: Car Scoops
The legendary Hemi V8 engine is being phased out from production cars. Dodge is celebrating its departure with a series of “Last Call” special editions of the Durango SUV aimed at highlighting the historic engine. Dodge previously announced Last Call Dodge did the same thing last year to commemorate the end of production of the Charger and Challenger. Source: Kelley Read More
chevrolet Chevrolet provided airfare to North Carolina and two nights of lodging for the trip. US Special Forces are perhaps the best tactical combat force the world has ever seen. Source: arstechnica.com
Would you sacrifice a perfectly good Rolls-Royce Phantom for an even more exclusive and ultra-luxury coupe? … Source: Car Scoops
Great Wall will produce only 70 Tank 700 Hi4-Ts with a 517 horsepower hybrid powertrain … Source: Car Scoops
A model with an added protective layer that increases the durability of the matte finish is released for the first time in Japan. … Source: Car Scoops