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Old Cars out and About with David Pearson’s Ford Race...

Automotive American ·

2025/05/17

Al Rogers had the opportunity to get a sneak peek of two of NASCAR Hall of Famer, David Pearson’s Ford racing cars. The legendary 1937 and 1939 Fords will be taking part in a special upcoming exhibit at the Early Ford V8 Foundation Museum located in Auburn, Indiana. See the video below and look for […]The post Old Cars out and About with David Pearson’s Ford Race Cars appeared first on Automotive American.

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Fire at Bicester Heritage

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2025/05/16

Terrible news, two fire fighters and one member of the public have reportedly perished in a major fire at the former RAF base, now home to Bicester Heritage the largest dedicated classic car site in the country. Report from the BBC below www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3wd80173nzo The post Fire at Bicester Heritage appeared first on Automotive American.

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What’s the Point?

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2025/05/14

On the way back from the VE Day event we got stuck in traffic for around 20 minutes, not long after the car began to run really badly. Stalling out at junctions, bogging down, difficult to restart. We managed to limp home. Upon investigation, the contact breaker points were badly burned. These points have been […] The post What’s the Point? appeared first on Automotive American.

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VE Day Celebration at Danesfield House (RAF Medmenham)

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2025/05/11

We were invited to take the Model A to an event at Danesfield House to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day. VE Day, or Victory in Europe Day, is celebrated on May 8th to mark the official end of World War II in Europe in 1945. On this day, Allied forces accepted the unconditional […] The post VE Day Celebration at Danesfield House (RAF Medmenham) appeared first on Automotive American.

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This museum’s entire classic car collection is for...

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2025/05/08

Ed ” A sad fact of life, museums and shows seem to be in decline” It’s not rare for private collections, single-marque hoards and retired heritage fleet cars to come up for sale, but it’s not often that an entire museum’s worth of vehicles goes under the hammer. But that’s exactly what is happening at […]The post This museum’s entire classic car collection is for sale @Classic & Sports Car appeared first on Automotive American.

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Pre VE-Day Prep!

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2025/05/07

Off to a VE Day event tomorrow, so time to give the jalopy a bit of a spruce up, I don’t use water on the car as you would appreciate, just a mixture of Meguiar’s Quik Detailer, Williams Waterless Wash and Wax, Autoglym Fast Glass, Autoglym Vinyl and Rubber Care. Magic Sponge and water for […] The post Pre VE-Day Prep! appeared first on Automotive American.

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Nice 1923 Vintage Oil Can From The Eagle Glass and...

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2025/05/02

I was recently given a nice vintage oil can from 1923 made by The Eagle Glass and Manufacturing Company There is a really good history of the The Eagle Glass and Manufacturing Company hereThe post Nice 1923 Vintage Oil Can From The Eagle Glass and Manufacturing Company appeared first on Automotive American.

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Spring Fettling for the Sport Coupe!

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2025/04/30

It’s that time again, with the show season approaching some maintenance and checking is due! Greasing is a fact of life with a Model A Ford and other cars of this vintage. Distributor lubrication another small job for this time of the year. Brake adjustment, along with tyre pressures. fluid levels and a bolt check […] The post Spring Fettling for the Sport Coupe! appeared first on Automotive American.

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NEW TRJ WEBSITE – UP AND RUNNING!

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2025/04/24

You may have noticed in our last few emails that we mentioned our new website. We are thrilled to announce that the new website is finally up and running, it is still very much a work in progress, but it has been thoroughly tested and is fully functional. We are somewhat overwhelmed by your response […]The post NEW TRJ WEBSITE – UP AND RUNNING! appeared first on Automotive American.

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Scaled Down Beauties!

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2025/04/22

Some British Cars of the ’60s and ’70s That Channeled American Muscle in Fun-Sized Form The 1960s and 1970s were a golden age for automotive design. In America, the era brought sweeping fins, chrome overload, and the thunderous rumble of V8s. Meanwhile, across the pond, British manufacturers were doing something a bit different—yet strangely familiar. […] The post Scaled Down Beauties! appeared first on Automotive American.

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Brooklands Easter Classic Gathering 2025

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2025/04/19

It was time once again to visit Brooklands for the annual Easter Classic Gathering. Quite nice varied selection of American vehicles ranging from a beautiful 1936 Packard to a nice Hot Rod. Knight Industries also put in an appearance! Just for a change here are some UK cars that have an American connection or flavour. […]The post Brooklands Easter Classic Gathering 2025 appeared first on Automotive American.

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🏁 Heathkit CI-1080: The Exhaust Gas Analyzer That...

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2025/04/15

If you’ve ever tuned a carb by ear, eyeballed spark plugs, or adjusted timing with a wrench and a prayer, you’ll appreciate this blast from the past: the Heathkit CI-1080 Exhaust Gas Analyzer — a DIY legend from an era when shade tree mechanics ruled the streets. Back in the ’70s and ’80s, before OBD […] The post 🏁 Heathkit CI-1080: The Exhaust Gas Analyzer That Brought Science to the Garage appeared first on Automotive American.

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🔧 Heathkit & Horsepower: When DIY Electronics Drove...

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2025/04/14

If you grew up turning wrenches in the garage, odds are you’ve heard the name Heathkit — and not just from the ham radio crowd. For decades, Heathkit wasn’t just building radios and test gear… they were quietly becoming a legend in the automotive DIY world. And if you were lucky enough to have a […] The post 🔧 Heathkit & Horsepower: When DIY Electronics Drove the Classic Car Scene appeared first on Automotive American.

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Bletchley Park Visit

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2025/04/13

Made a recent visit to Bletchley Park. 🔐 What Was Bletchley Park? Bletchley Park was the central site of British codebreaking during World War II. It played a crucial role in deciphering the encrypted communications of the Axis powers—especially Nazi Germany’s Enigma and Lorenz ciphers. 👥 Key Figures: 🧠 Achievements: 💾 Tech & Innovations: As […]The post Bletchley Park Visit appeared first on Automotive American.

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Rare Earths, Why should You Care?

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2025/04/10

Tariffs on rare earth elements can have a noticeable ripple effect through the auto industry, especially in the U.S., where domestic supply is limited and reliance on imports—especially from China—is significant. Here’s how rare earths tie into modern American vehicles: 🚗 Key Uses of Rare Earths in Modern Vehicles Rare earth elements (REEs) are not […] The post Rare Earths, Why should You Care? appeared first on Automotive American.

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Update From the Rodders Journal

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2025/04/08

RODDER’S JOURNAL #87 You may have heard rumblings about a new Rodder’s Journal heading to press, and we’re excited to tell you those rumblings are correct. TRJ #87 is at the printer and will be bound and shipped to the mailing house in short order. Many who stopped by our booth at the Grand National Roadster Show got a sneak peek at advance […] The post Update From the Rodders Journal appeared first on Automotive American.

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🚘 Trump’s Tariffs Might Be the End of Buick — Even If...

Automotive American ·

2025/04/07

During a recent rally, Donald Trump reportedly mused about why you don’t see many Buicks in Europe. It’s the kind of offhand comment that would be funny if it weren’t so revealing — because under his own trade policies, Buick might soon disappear from everywhere. It’s not that Trump intentionally wants to hurt the brand. […] The post 🚘 Trump’s Tariffs Might Be the End of Buick — Even If He Can’t Figure Out Why It’s Not Global appeared first on Automotive American.

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🚗 Trump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping the U.S. Auto...

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2025/04/06

Donald Trump’s return to the spotlight has brought back an old favorite: tariffs. With the revival of a sweeping 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts, the former president says he’s protecting American jobs. But behind the slogans, the reality for U.S. automakers is far more complex — and in some cases, downright damaging. Here’s […]The post 🚗 Trump’s Tariffs Are Reshaping the U.S. Auto Industry — Brand by Brand appeared first on Automotive American.

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Trump’s Tariffs and the Potential Impact on the Car...

Automotive American ·

2025/04/05

President Donald Trump’s recent implementation of a 25% tariff on imported automobiles and certain auto parts is poised to significantly impact the U.S. car restoration industry. These tariffs, effective April 3, 2025, encompass key components such as engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical systems, many of which are integral to restoring classic and vintage vehicles. […] The post Trump’s Tariffs and the Potential Impact on the Car Restoration Industry appeared

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Vehicles 25 Years and Older Exempted from New U.S....

Automotive American ·

2025/04/04

Since U.S. President Donald Trump announced an additional 25% tariff on automobiles and automobile parts last week, people in the collector car world have been wondering what effect these new duties will have on the hobby. In what appears to be a last-minute reprieve, the latest presidential proclamation detailing the tariffs includes language exempting vehicles manufactured “at […] The post Vehicles 25 Years and Older Exempted from New U.S. Automobile Tariffs – Terry Shea

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