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The Auto Start-Stop Feature: A Regulatory Gimmick That’s Finally Losing Its Mandate  If you’ve purchased a new vehicle in the past decade, you’ve almost certainly dealt with auto start-stop, whether you liked it or not. Pull up to a light, foot on the brake, engine dies. Foot off, it jolts back to life. For many drivers, this wasn’t a convenience; …
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In a move that blends politics, patriotism, and American motorsport, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order authorizing an INDYCAR street race in the nation’s capital. The event, officially named the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., is slated to take place as part of the broader America 250 celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the Unit …
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Mecum Indy 2025  Getting back to the Mecum Auction at the Indianapolis fairgrounds always feels like kicking off the car season the right way. Indy has become a staple on my calendar, the unofficial start of show season where winter projects finally meet real-world metal. With thousands of consignments crossing the block, it is impossible to see everything, but that is p …
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 The podcast episode from "Between the Guardrails" features David and Zach, car enthusiasts from First Place Auto Parts, engaging in a lively conversation about their love for cars. David describes himself as an old-school car guy, whereas Zach leans towards modern European cars. They discuss their personal car preferences, experiences, and the purpose behind their podcas …
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Alan Beans Corvette on display      It’s the summer of 1969 and you’re driving home on the sandy back roads near Cape Canaveral when two Corvettes come screaming past. It’s nothing you haven’t seen before. Everyone near The Cape in the 60’s knew that America’s latest hometown heroes had made the town a personal race …
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