The Speculator: EV All Things!
So far, several manufacturers have stepped up by delivering these vehicles onto the marketplace.
Tag: Land Rover
The Defender
First, the name Land Rover evokes images of the British Commonwealth. Of Series IIA 110-inch wheelbase models traversing the Tanzanian countryside or stationed at a Royal Air Force base as a troop carrier. These machines wore the badge proudly as the ambassador of the UK to its far flung lands discovering new territories.
Historiography: What Became of British Leyland?
The story of the British automotive industry was one of imperial arrogance and a sense of superiority that would eventually lead to its lowest point several years ago. Many analysts are actually predicting an even lower position when the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union will result in potential tariffs, job losses, factory closings, and a deeper economic crisis. A pox on Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s government, possibly.
Historiography: The Once Mighty World Conqueror
Interestingly enough, it was not Willys Overland’s civilian Jeep lineup that would be the world conqueror in the post-World War II universe. That would come from one of the vehicles influenced by the Jeep – the one the British automotive industry would produce as one of their own.
Frankfurt 2019: OK, Jaguar Land Rover, You Can Now Stop Teasing Us…
As the 2019-2020 Auto Show season kicks off at the IAA in Frankfurt, Germany, we would probably expect a high degree of electrified introductions coming our way. That has been the mantra leading into the new model year – to electrify everything.
Eight Years of V&R…So, Which Vehicles Are Missing?
We also had the opportunity to work with some great automobiles – also, too numerous to list beyond the four we posted before. Maybe, someday I’ll have a list of everything that made this website and my own media work worth these past eight years.
Quickies: From the 45th Twin Cities Auto Show
Tweet All Photos by Randy Stern So, the 45th Twin Cities Auto Show…how was it? In my opinion, it is much better than before. Perhaps the best that I attended since 2005. I saw more engagement with two interactive ride-along events from Jeep and Mitsubishi, the new Luxury Ballroom and Acceleration Alley, and other expanded …
Five Favorite Veterans
Tweet A veteran in its own right. Photo by Randy Stern Tomorrow…Monday is Veteran's Day. It is the day we remember those who have fallen in the name of duty and honor. Our nation sent many into battle for the defense of democracy – right or wrong. Your political stance may vary. Yet, we cannot …
Commentary: What Remains on the Automotive Bucket List
Tweet This…for starters. Photo by Randy Stern Yeah, I made a big deal about my so-called "accomplishment." I drove two BMWs – big deal! Blah, blah, blah…. It may not seem like a big deal to you. You are used to other auto writers jumping into expensive machinery to drive them around for an evaluation …
Chicago 2011: Riding Along and Making Notes
TweetCovering an auto show is hard work. You attend press conferences, angle for the best shots possible, mentally prepare your questions and take time to render photos and do the write-ups. This year, I added social media elements to augment the coverage giving interested parties a sort-of live view of the goings on during Press …