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Women in the Auto World feature returns...... page 2 George Barris honored in Los Angeles...... page 2 Millennial Car Buying Analyzed...... page 3 Classic Car Week, You Had To Be There...... page 4 A Message from the Publisher...... page 5 Tom Cotters New Barn Find Book...... page 8 Legends of Auto Gala 2019...... page 10 Marysville Toyota NOW OPEN serving NW WA.. page 13 McCormick’s Palm Springs Auction Nov. 16-18.. page 14 Mecum Monterey Auction Hits $47 Million...... page 27 2018 Hyundai Kona Legends (left to right) Bob Bondurant, Lyn St. James, Bill McCallum, Founder, Tom duPont, Steve Gets “Thumbs Up” Saleen, Barry Meguiar, Keith Martin, Ken Lingenfelter and Dana Mecum (photo Auto News) by Bill McCallum Auto Event in Monterey during and others. Our “Legends of Auto Gala Classic Car Week. If your an auto HONORED LEGENDS Dinner” in Monterey during Classic enthusiast Classic Car Week and George Barris * in Monterey/ Car Week was an outstanding our Legends Event should be on Bert Boeckmann - Galpin Ford success. your “bucket list”. Make your Sandra Button - Concours Chair I want to publicly thank our reservations today. (see Gary Corky Coker - Tire Co. Exec. Sponsor (Mecum), Legends (see Williams story on page 4 and 9) Vic Edelbrock * Pebble Beach as above photo), our guests, our Legends honored this year Ken Gross - Concours Judge partners, (see page 24), our team included; Tom duPont, founder Dan Gurney * from Los Angeles (Gary, Joyce, duPont Registry Magazine, Ken Lee Iacocca - Retired Auto Exec. U.S. Sales Surge Lisa,) and our team from Seattle Lingenfelter CEO Lingenfelter Craig Jackson - Auction CEO (Barb, Chris, Mike, Zach). Thanks Company, Keith Martin, founder Parnelli Jones - Racing by Bill McCallum van.” The 26 City/29 hiway 27 to all and see you next year on Sports Car Market Magazine, Jay Leno - TV entertainer Our vehicle of choice for average mpg gave us a lift in our August 15th. Same time same Barry Meguiar, President Meguiar Bruce McCaw - Car Collector Classic Car Week in Pebble event budget. place. (See page 10) Car Care Products Company, Bruce Meyer - Petersen Museum Beach/Monterey was the all-new With a $28,700 base MSRP This year we celebrated the 10 Steve Saleen, CEO Saleen Motor Peter Mullin - Petersen Museum 2018 Hyundai Kona sub-compact the all-new Hyundia Kona is year anniversary of the founding of Company. Bob Bondurant, Roger Penske - Auto Executive SUV. While the Hyundia Kona considered a “best buy” in the “Legends of Auto” and on August Bondurant Performance Driving Stewart Reed - Design Exec. is classified as a sub-compact by segment. 15, 2019 we will celebrate the School, Dana Mecum, Founder Carol Shelby * the auto industry it has more than With Aston Martins, Bentley’s, actual 10th annual Legends of Mecum Auctions, Lyn St. James, * Departed Legends enough room for baggage and Jaguars, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, other gear. We needed the cargo McLaren’s, Porsches, Rolls- space as we moved items around Royces, tooling around Carmel/ Volkswagen Goes “ ” with 2018 Atlas SUV Monterey for our Legends of Auto Monterey, and Pebble Beach our BIG Gala Dinner. (see page 1 story) 2018 all-new Hyundai was still The 1.6L Turbocharged Direct getting it’s share of”thumbs-up” Injection 4 cyl. engine produced from auto enthusiasts. I suggest a enough power for our 2018 test drive at your nearest Hyundai Hyundia Kona “Monterey moving dealer.

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Women in the 2019 Chevy George Barris Lexus Kia Optima Auto World Silverado is honored LC500 Hybrid EX Feature Returns “test drive” in Los Angeles “test drive” “test drive”

Bill McCallum Art Gould Joyce Chow Ed Barrett Scot McCallum editor feature editor entertainment editor feature writer “Green Car Guy”

For over three decades I have Pickup trucks are a way of life When you saw the Batmobile, It’s been a long eight years The Kia Optima Hybrid EX been championing the cause for in the U.S. transportation market. you knew George Barris was since Lexus had a grand touring offers a smooth ride with its 2.0 more women in the auto industry. With over one hundred years of somewhere near. Known as the coupe in its lineup. But when you Liter, 4 cylinder hybrid engine It started with my hiring Sally experience since the sale of their “King of Kustomizers” he would see the new LC 500 in the flesh, combined with a 6 speed auto- Hanson over 30 years ago. Sally first pickup, Chevrolet introduces greet you with a radiating smile you’re bound to think that it was matic transmission. Kia has worked with me prior to joining the newest truck in its history. in his trademark golden yellow worth the wait. The LC 500 is numerous safety features in the Auto News when my partners and With over 85 million truck sales jacket. absolutely stunning. It turns heads Optima including Traction Con- I owned 6 weekly newspapers in to their credit, Chevy for 2019, The George Barris Personal everywhere it goes. trol and Tire Pressure Monitor- the Greater Seattle area. I recall continues offerings to the truck Collection for the Barris Kustom Akio Toyoda, the head man at ing systems, and Traction and Sally sayin in those early days “.... I segment with innovations and class Garage Sale was a collec- Lexus’ parent Toyota, laid down Hill Assist Control systems. My don’t care how fast a car goes from leading features. tor’s dream sale. The massive the law to designers a few years kids and I enjoyed the plethora 0 to 60 I care how fast a new car The new Silverado offers eight undertaking of over 60 years of ago—no more boring cars. The LC of creature comfort features goes from 60 to 0.” Sally was the different models to fit the needs of collecting was undertaken by his is anything but boring. In fact, it including a Harmon Kardon Pre- first female automotive writer on all Chevrolet customers. Each of daughter Joji Barris-Paster. is arguably the most stylish Lexus the West Coast over 30 years ago. the models have a distinct grille “He wanted to understand what production car ever. The front facia We currently have 5 female auto design separating the look while they were about and what they grabs your attention first, with I enjoyed the writers and will add two more by providing a new face for each wanted so he could extend off of its graceful interpretation of the plethora“ of year end. (see page 2,3,4) Most offering. This next-generation it. That’s why you see the garage Lexus “spindle” grille. The grille creature comfort automotive magazines have no Silverado continues Chevy truck sale, he would buy everything is flanked by arrow-shaped head features . . . . . female auto writers, but a staff of history with the “CHEVROLET” that pertains to them,” shared lamps that highlight the sleekness ” old and young male “gear heads” name stamped in the tailgate, Joji. Fabulous finds included of the design. Viewed in profile, while it is estimated that women harking back to the trucks of the magazines starting in the 1950s, the bulging rear fenders and huge mium Surround Sound system, either buy or influence 75% of ‘50s and ‘60s. Integrated dual TV show scripts, posters and 21-inch alloy wheels add just the Android and Apple smartphone the new car sales in the U.S. each exhausts and tire options up to over 600 Batman toys. Most were right amount of muscle to this integration, and SIRIUSXM free year. To repeat: It’s estimated 33-inchs reflect modern customer connected to cars Barris worked sexy coupe. for 3 months. Best of all is the that WOMEN EITHER BUY OR desires. on or merchandise he designed The interior of the LC is no affordability and reliability of INFLUENCE 75% OF U.S. NEW Chevrolet divides their eight and licensed. less impressive. Just about every this vehicle. The Optima MSRP CAR SALES in the U.S. trims into three distinct buyer Barris Kustom Industries in surface is clad with supple leather is $30,990 and it is backed by a As we expanded throughout profiles: Burbank is home to the collection or Alcantara suede. The seats up 10 year, 100,000 mile Powertrain the U. S. we created a “Women ‘High Value’ fits customers that of the Batmobile, The Munsters front are covered in a combination warranty. The Optima also goes in the Auto World” special sec- want a full-size truck at a great Koach, K.I.T.T. Knight Rider of these two materials and are con- easy on the pocketbook with a 42 tion where we featured: Felicia value. Car, car models and walls lined toured to hold you securely in place MPG rating. Take one of your Fields,Ford VP of HR; Mary Barra, ‘High Volume’ represent the with decades of legendary clients. during vigorous driving. However, upcoming weekends and test CEO GM; Michelle Christensen, heart of the truck market. A full- You are walking through automo- don’t expect to use the backseat drive the Optima. Acura Design; Lisa Barrow, FCA size truck with creature comforts Communications; Muffy Bennett, of a passenger vehicle. Car Collector; Jennifer Biggs, ‘High Feature’ offers luxury- continued on page 12 continued on page 6 Repair Shop Owner; Sarah Deccio, car refinement and appointments Auto Distribution Mgr.; Valerie without sacrificing capability or Thompson, Motorcycle Record durability.

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2018 Cadillac Sally Visits 2019 Ram Millennial Toyota ATS Sedan Winery in a 1500 Test Drive Car Buying Sequoia “test drive” Kia Sorento Review Analyzed “test drive”

David Schmidt Sally Hanson Howard Elmer Jordan Williams Chris Chung feature writer travel editor truck writer millennial writer motorsports writer

For 2018 Cadillac continues Sally Hanson, an Auto News It’s been quite a while since we Hello again, Friends and Read- The 2018 Toyota Sequoia, as the mid-sized – and small for a feature writer for the past 30 years, saw a new generation of the Ram ers, big and as mighty as the Sequoia Cadillac – ATS Sedan. is now located in Washington’s pickup truck. But now that it has I recently came across a 2018 trees that it’s named after. The While this isn’t a new car, it wine country, and will visit winer- dropped it’s obvious that this is a Autotrader article which aimed to Sequoia is one of the few remain- has been freshened. But the basic ies in the area — as a designated serious makeover – this truck is analyze a millennial’s approach to ing “body-on-frame” SUVs and is sedan stays pretty much the same driver — in press vehicles to give poised to continue its conquest of car buying. The article was titled, the perfect SUV if you want bul- as it was. But that’s not a bad readers a view of new automotive new customers – something it’s Buying a Car: How Millennials letproof reliability, tons of space thing. offerings as well as a glimpse of been doing steadily since its Big Do it Differently. for the family, and loads of towing The real problem isn’t the car wine destinations you might enjoy. Rig styling was first introduced Interestingly enough, some capacity. However, if you’re look- or the brand, it’s the market. I Sally is scholarship co-chair of in 1994. millennials wait longer than pre- ing for great fuel economy and tons sat at a table of my colleagues the Northwest Automotive Press This Ram, now in its second vious generations to even obtain of technology gadgets, you might recently while we seriously Association. incarnation (since the Ram brand their driver’s license, however, want to look elsewhere. discussed whether sedans will When the Kia Sorento arrived went stand-alone in ’09), has studies show that millennials are For the 2018 model, Toyota become a tiny segment similar to in my driveway for a planned trip plainly stuck with its key design still interested in cars and driving, came out with significant changes sports cars and coupes. Several to the Walla Walla wine region, I elements. But, they have made are likely to consider all brands, in the Sequoia. Encompassed in postulated that this will happen admit that I was a little ho-hum enough changes to the metal to especially those that reflect their those are: styling updates, a new in the next 10 years or less. about the expected driving experi- bring the design forward and personality, and as we have dis- TRD Sport trim, and a slew of new The only hope expressed ence. It had nothing to do with the differentiate it from the previous covered over and over, over and safety features (forward collision against this view was that since country of origin because I own a over again, millennials do their warning, automatic braking, lane crossovers have been reshap- great car that was manufactured this is a serious research, which includes brand departure warning, parking sen- ing away from the basic truck in Korea, but I pictured the Kia “ makeover awareness brochures and other sors, blind-spot monitoring, and look moving currently towards Sorento as a rather unexciting mid- ” printed or e-materials, perusing traffic-adaptive cruise control, the proportions of a, gasp, sta- size SUV — that was my attitude generation. Firstly, the new face websites, social media outlets, and to name a few). Our test model tion wagon. Another point that until I ventured out to enjoy the has an updated Ram’s head logo on word-of-mouth recommendations was the new TRD Sport, which was made was that larger sedans ride and the vehicle’s extraordinary a new RAM grille – one seen only from family and friends. featured more aggressive styling, are already the purview of older features. on the Rebel last year. It is now the At first, many millennials gravi- sport-tuned suspension, a blacked buyers. As they further age, they The third generation Sorento standard - the cross-hair bars are tate toward cars which they feel out front grille, mirror caps, and find utes and crossovers more was introduced in 2016 and has now gone. Lights are thinner and reflect their personalities. Some rear badging, darkened rear tail difficult to get in and out of. been refreshed for the 2019 model. elongated – and three illumination are image-conscious and prefer light housing, and black 20 inch Or finally perhaps Millennials The exterior face lift adds sleek packages will be offered. The belt- styles such as the Mercedes CLA, rims wrapped in a more aggressive will decide that crossovers are sculpted lines to a bold, wide line and overall body shape can the BMW1-series and the Audi off road tire. continued on page 10 continued on page 9 continued on page 6 continued on page 15 continued on page 16 4 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com September / SEMA 2018

Arv Voss Michelle Hale Harold Allen Zach McCallum Gary Williams feature writer asia correspondent feature writer college correspondent feature editor 2018 Cadillac Infiniti Prototype Toyota Headquarters Montana State Classic Car CT6 2.0E Plug- 10 - “Bridges the is a State-of-the- Student Loves His Week “You had in Hybrid RWD Past and Future” Art Structure Subaru Forester to be There” Over the past few years, the Bridging past and future, the One thing is for sure the new Louis has been driving his 2016 What a show! Cadillac team of General Motors INFINITI Prototype 10 recaptures Toyota Headquarters is a state of Subaru Forester for two years Since 1950, the United States was busy launching the ATS, a the spirit of early speedsters for the art structure. Toyota is celebrat- now. His mom bought it for his west coast Concours d’Elegance third generation CTS along with an era of electrified performance. ing 60 years in North America and senior year of high school. The has set off to duplicate the amaz- emotion-stirring V performance Revealed for the first time at the the production of 30 million cars. Forester was a top choice due to ing Concours d’Elegance first versions for both, a newly styled continued on page 18 continued on page 9 continued on page 9 continued on page 5 Escalade, the new XT5 crossover and the large CT6 sedan. Then there was a lull in the production Mercedes-Benz of Lynnwood of new product, with the only really new product to roll out in 17800 Highway 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037 the last two years – the electri- www.MBLynnwood.com fied Cadillac CT6 2.0e Plug-in Hybrid. The Hybrid is based on 425-673-0505 the same platform as the semi- autonomous flagship 2018 Cadil- lac CT6 Platinum AWD Super Cruise luxury sedan but doesn’t quite measure up to the same status. The Hybrid weighs an additional 121 pounds and carries 3.9 gallons less fuel The Cadillac CT6 2.0e Plug- in Hybrid draws its motive force from a 2.0-liter Ecotec, DOHC,16-valve, twin-scroll turbocharged and inter cooled, inline four-cylinder with CVVT and Direct Injection that produces 265 horsepower and 295 pound feet of torque. Added power comes from one1 permanent magnet synchronous AC electric motor and one induction AC electric motor with an 18.4 kWh lithium battery pack for a combined output of 335 horsepower and 432 pound feet of torque, delivering energy to the rear wheels via an electronic Continuously Vari- able Transmission (CVT). The Hybrid cost $13,200 less than the Super Cruise version, but then it’s not quite as plush. It does however, outshine the flagship model in terms of fuel economy – the Hybrid delivers 26-mpg city / 23-mpg highway with combined gasoline and electricity yielding 62 MPGe, with an impressive EV Range of 31 miles, configurable regenerative braking, and pleasing dynamics. A transverse hybrid unit, such as the one found in the FWD Chevy Volt was not viable for the longitudinal RWD setup of the CT6 , so the Cadillac engineering team found it necessary to develop a totally new gas-electric powertrain. The system combines the CT6’s 2.0-liter turbocharged four-banger with two electric motors housed in the transmission. The 18.4-kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides more than twice what the BMW 740e offers from its 9.2-kWh battery pack. The CT6 plug-in delivers its torque to the ground with the three power sources combining their operation in the transmission that is made up of three plan- etary gear sets, five clutches, and two motors capable of four variable gear-ratio ranges and three fixed gear ratios. In total, the drivetrain has 11 different operat- ing states, with only eight actually propelling the car and the others applied only in specific, continued on page 7 September / SEMA 2018 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com 5

Politics and the Environment

• California’s State co-funded A Message from the Publisher California Air hydrogen fueling network is on track to meet or exceed renewable I have met a number of Automo- I never met Sergio Marchionne Resources Board requirements per Senate Bill 1505 tive Executives in the 30+ years but I will miss his brilliant deci- #HydrogenNow #DriveH2 Events of publishing Global Auto News sions, and candid comments like; Release Study Pacific Oil Conference 2018 “...... I’ll wait for others to develop September 4-6 | Los Angeles, CA driverless car technology and when The California Air Resources Global Action Climate Summit and if they do I’ll buy it from Board released the 2018 issue of September 12 | San Francisco, CA them.” and “...... Yes we have a pure its Annual Evaluation of Fuel Cell Hydrogen and Fuel Cells North electric car, the Fiat E, but please Electric Vehicle Deployment and America Conference and Expo don’t buy one. We lose $12,000 on Hydrogen Fuel Station Network September 24-27 | Anaheim, CA PO Box 3327 every car we sell.” Development (the AB8 report) Bellevue, WA 98009 Auto Executives that I have met Findings include: Established 1988 will come and go; Jim O’Sullivan • California’s hydrogen fueling Shell Joins CaFCP Distributed Monthly Mazda CEO, John Krafcik, Hyun- network has continued to mature Serving the West Coast dai CEO, Alex Trotman,Ford CEO; with growth in the number of sta- Executive Board ©Copyrighted & URLs owned Jacques Nasser, Ford CEO; Alan tions, continued emphasis on a At the California Fuel Cell “Not Connected with Automotive Mulally, Ford CEO; Mark Fields, fully retail customer experience, Partnership public meeting, Shell News the Trade Publication” Ford CEO; and Bill Ford, Chair- and private investment in station was invited to become a member man Ford., but there will never development. of CaFCP’s executive board. TM • Auto News be another Sergio Marchionne. • Auto manufacturer projec- Shell is the first energy company • Autonewsonline.com Kind regards to Sergio’s family tions for future FCEV deployments to join the board. Shell and its • Globalautonews.com and friends. have recovered substantially from affiliates within the Shell Group Sergio Marchionne drawing • Legendsofauto.com Sincerely Bill McCallum, Pub- 2017 projections. of Companies are taking part courtesy WSJ lisher • Sufficient fueling capacity and in various initiatives to encour- • Livinglegendsofauto.com coverage should be available by age the adoption of hydrogen as • buildingthebrand4u.com 2025 to enable FCEV deployments a transport fuel. Shell currently • collectorcarcorner.com Classic Car Week “You had to be There” at a rate two to three times greater operates two hydrogen refueling than currently-reported plans. stations in California. • autoshopamerica.com continued on page 4 d’Elegance car week and show- • datebycar.com established in Europe pre-World cases beautiful automobiles and • matchbycar.com War II and which was a showcase aircraft, the annual Legends of Auto of beautiful cars, style and fashion. Gala, which honors those whom • cardating4you.com Each year Pebble Beach Con- have made significant contributions ® Opinions and comments of cours d’Elegance attendees are to the auto industry and advanced AUTO NEWS BYTES contract writers may not represent wowed by the passionate setting the excitement and passion therein, the opinions of this publication. in beautiful California, where the and the Concourso Italiano, which Reproduction of any of the contents warm, sunny, breezy feeling of features more than 800 vehicles of of this publication by any means the Monterey peninsula meets the Italian origin, as well as elements is prohibited without the specific Pacific Ocean and where meticu- of Italian style such as fashion, written permission of the publisher. lous renovations of approximately food, art and music on the gorgeous All rights reserved. grounds of Black Horse Golf Club. 200 cars are entered in the show- Touring-Bodied Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Named Note: Products, prices, offers and The list of this special week’s -the Car Show of the year. Each Best of Show at the 68th Pebble Beach Con- rebates are in effect as of publication compete for the coveted Best of events really does go on and on date. Prices and rebates are subject cours d’Elegance to change without notice. Show title and award where judges and as an interested spectator, you 2018 Charitable Donations Top $1.8 Million weigh meticulous renovation, can pick and choose those shows After an intense competition that drew diverse cars from Ads Expire: Oct. 8th engineering and style and select and events which you would like around the globe, the coveted gold Best of Show ribbon was their annual winner. to attend. placed on the deep blue bodywork of a 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C So even though Pebble Beach, We Support Attendees this year saw special 2900B Touring Berlinetta at the 2018 Pebble Beach Concours CA inspires golf and those passion- car groups and classics, Cadillac, d’Elegance. It was a match meant to be. Mercedes, Pierce Arrows, Rolls ate in golf, once each year, Pebble “As a Zagato collector, I broke the rules and bought a Tour- Royce, etc. along with other exotics. Beach is host to what many call the ing-bodied car because this Alfa Romeo is very special,” said The Best in show was awarded to an Greatest Car Show in the World, Alfa Romeo: a 1937 Alfa Romeo 8C the Concours d’Elegance, as well longtime entrant David Sydorick of Beverly Hills, California. 2900B Touring Berlinetta, owned as many other fun and exciting “It is a piece of automotive architecture mounted on a Grand by David and Ginny Sydorick of events related to the Automotive Prix chassis that has technology that was top of the line for pre- Beverly Hills, California. industry and world. If you have war cars. It’s a wonderful combination. It’s beautiful from top The Concours d’Elegance is the ever considered attending all or to bottom.” highlight culmination the end cap part of this special week, and you His Alfa Romeo won its class before competing for Best of to a week of special and exciting are a classic or exotic car lover or Show, and took home two other awards: it received the Charles automotive events, like the McCall buff, make 2019 your year and A. Chayne Trophy and was named the J. B. & Dorothy Nether- Motorworks Revival party, which join us next August. You won’t cutt Most Elegant Closed Car. traditionally kicks off the Concours be disappointed. This Alfa Romeo 8C differs from later 8Cs with its more steeply raked grille and lack of running boards. In 2001, this very car was named Most Elegant Closed Car at the Concours, but since Sydorick’s acquisition, it has received a full restoration Women in the issue we are featuring Chanterria and been returned to its 1938 Berlin Motor Show specification. McGilbra, MBA, Founder Pranc- “This Alfa Romeo 8C 2.9 has all that one would wish for Auto World ing Ponies All Women Car Show in a car—speed, style and, frankly, sex appeal,” said Concours continued on page 2 and Prancing Ponies Foundation Chairman Sandra Button. “The Touring styling is simply magi- Holder; Brittany Force, Drag & Leadership Academy. (see cal, and to top it off it makes all the right noises!” Racing Champion, and others. This page 17) The Pebble Beach Concours gathered 209 cars from 17 coun- tries and 31 states on the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links. This year, the Concours also raised an incredible $1.8 250 New & Pre-owned In Stock! million for charity. Through the Pebble Beach Company Foun- dation, the primary charitable partner of the Concours, these funds will benefit over 80 local charities, impacting the lives of more than 10,000 children annually in Monterey County. The desert’s premier venue The race for Best of Show this year featured two other strong for arts and entertainent contenders: a 1929 Duesenberg J Murphy Town Limousine owned by the Lehrman Collection of Palm Beach, Florida; and a 1948 Talbot-Lago T26 Grand Sport Figoni Fastback Coupé owned by Robert Kudela of Chropyne, Czech Republic. The 69th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance returns to its usual third Sunday of August next year; it takes place on Sunday, August 18, 2019, and will celebrate the centennials of Bentley and Zagato. 445 East Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660 For more information on the Pebble Beach Concours visit Tel 949/673-0900 • Fax 949/673-6079 www.pebblebeachconcours.net. Toll 800/423-7077 www.newportautocenter.com 6 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com September / SEMA 2018

nimble like a Porsche. Yet, it is a fine 2018 Lexus handling car, with precise steering. 2019 Reggie Jackson, “Mr. Moreover, drivers can firm up the adaptable suspension by switching LC 500 to the “sport” or “sport+” modes October” Loves Collecting for vigorous driving. Although Dodge the ride becomes harsher, I think “test drive” most buyers will be willing to pay that price. Personally, I found the Classic Cars by Art Gould “comfort” mode the best setting Ram 1500 by Art Gould Reggie Jackson maintains his Report in everyday use. Yet, even there, I On October 18, 1977 Reginald private collection of primarily think there’s still room for refine- Martinez ‘Reggie’ Jackson hit muscle cars. Specializing in Gen- by Ed Barrett ment. Test Drive three home runs in a row in 3 eral Motors cars, ‘Reggie’ cars are As you would expect, the LC consecutive pitches from three known for numbers matching and continued from page 2 500 comes very well equipped different pitchers while playing special edition examples of the era much for passengers—there’s no with luxury and safety features. A for the New York Yankees in the when cars were fun and the age of legroom. Trunk space is limited 12-speaker audio system, keyless Review world series against the Dodg- performance ruled. too, but will accommodate two entry/start, Bluetooth and Enform ers. This phenomenal feat earned Located in the Monterey center overnight bags. Remote are standard. This last Reggie Jackson the moniker of of car activities, the collection The infotainment system fea- feature can start the engine; adjust Mr. October. This right fielder offers an unusual feature not found tures a 10-inch screen on the dash, the air conditioning and set driver by played in major league baseball in many private collections. You which is controlled by a touch pad limits from outside the car. How- from 1967 to 1987 for the Oakland may be able to purchase some of on the console. It’s a sophisticated ever, if you want more high-buck A’s, Baltimore Orioles, New York the dozens of cars that Reggie has setup that operates much like your items, a carbon-fiber roof, a head- Yankees and the California Angels. collected. Although not generally laptop. However, it is not all that up display and intuitive parking Howard Now-a-days the Mr. October open to the public, the non descript intuitive, and can be distracting to assist are all available from the Foundation supports the needs and building includes pristine examples use while driving. options list. future for young people through of cars, motorcycles and some Grand touring cars are supposed As for safety technology, this education and opportunities for baseball memorabilia. to come with abundant power, and Lexus gives you the whole nine Elmer kids that need a helping hand. Chevrolets have always been the the LC 500 certainly delivers in this yards. Frontal-collision warning Reggie Jackson says, “I feel that center of interest for this baseball regard. Lexus propels this beauty and braking, adaptive cruise con- continued from page 3 the most important requirement Hall of Famer. As a collector, Mr. with a 5.0-liter V-8 that pumps out trol, lane-keep assist, and the Lexus in success is learning to overcome October really knows his cars. As 471 horsepower. It will race you up emergency communication system only be described as slippery and failure. You must learn to tolerate well informed about his cars, he to 60 in just 4.7 seconds. Further- are all included in the base price. is visually pleasing. But, happily, it, but never accept it.” has become a student of muscle more, the rumbling exhaust note is Speaking of price, the entry this truck features much more An ever growing legion of fans cars as his conversations reflect. bound to get your juices flowing. point for the LC 500 is rather steep, than sheet metal changes – it has follow the interests of Mr. October Questions can be answered by When you start up the LC, all your $92,995. The hybrid LC 500h is addressed a laundry list of issues as the 14-time All-Star, 5-time contacting Vince of the organiza- neighbors will know that you’re about $4,500 more. My test car, and wants that customers have World Series Champion and 2-time tion at 831-207-3949. A special on the move. A smooth function- with a Sport package, a Conve- spent the last nine years compiling. World Series MVP continues to be opportunity would be to add to your ing, 10-speed automatic transfers nience package, a Mark Levinson To start with - the new aluminum active with charities and one of collection with a genuine car from power to the rear wheels. A gas/ sound system and more, had a tailgate finally gets a damping his loves, collectible automobiles. the Reggie Jackson collection. electric version, the LC 500h, with bottom line of $102,890. feature as well as an internal 354 horsepower, is also available. SNAPSHOT REVIEW lift assist; and it drops using the Grand touring cars are not A Luxury Grand Tourer key fob or internal switch. This designed to tear up a track. The Gorgeous Styling along with the aluminum hood LC weighs 4,300 lbs., so it’s not Bags of Power (a fixture since ’09) and several new aluminum components have reduced the chassis weight by 225 lb. Though it’s lighter it actually is bigger; with the overall length stretched by 4-inches and the bed height raised by an inch and a half. Payload capacity on the new Ram is now 2,300 lb and a maximum tow limit of 12,700 lb. Powertrain choices remain virtually the same with the 3.6L V6 Pentastar (305hp and 269 lb-ft of torque) being the base engine and the big power being delivered by the 5.7L Hemi V8 (395hp and 410 lb-ft of torque). These are both coupled to an automatic Reggie Jackson Collection (photo Art Gould) Lexus LC 500 (photo Ed Barrett) eight-speed transmission, same as the current truck. What is new is some fuel efficiency gains realized by the use of a mild hybrid system that adds the torque of an electric motor to acceleration. In the case of the V6 the belt-driven generator adds 90 lb-ft of launch torque while the V8 Hemi gets a 130 lb-ft jolt off the line. of Lynnwood Inside the new 12-inch touch screen dominates the centre stack. It’s driven by the fourth-generation #1 Certified-Pre-Owned Sales Volume in WA State Uconnect system that incorporates, NAV, cameras, HVAC, infotainment and it now also offers Wifi. Another inclusive option is the harman/kardon 900 watt audio system driving 19 speakers and a 10-inch subwoofer in the truck. Ram Box continues to be offered, however it gains an internal 115V plug and in-box lighting. The 2019 Ram 1500 will get four new colors, including the first use of Tri-coat paint with Ram: Billet Metallic, Ivory White Tri-coat, Patriot Blue Pearl, and Diamond Black Crystal Pearl. There will also be a choice of sixteen new wheel designs available in 18-inches up to 22-inch diameter. 425-673-0505 | MBLynnwood.com September / SEMA 2018 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com 7

liter Ecotec, DOHC, 16-valve, Cadillac CT6 Hybrid Test twin-scroll turbocharged and inter cooled, inline four-cylinder turbocharged 4-cylinder with Drive Report by Arv Voss CVVT and Direct Injection. continued from page 4 ing passing power across a broad Horsepower (bhp): 265 @ rpm rare scenarios such as engine- speed range. The electric steering Torque (ft./ lbs.): 295 @ rpm on regenerative braking at high is responsive in all modes, work- Electric Motor: 1 permanent speeds or in transitioning among ing with the suspension Regard- magnet synchronous AC motor other operational states. less of the driving mode selected, and 1 induction AC motor. 18.4 The Cadillac CT6 2.0e Plug-in the CT6 Hybrid delivers a firm kWh lithium battery pack Hybrid displays an elegant sim- and stable ride quality. Combined output: 335 horse- plistic, design that is less angu- The CT6 Hybrid delivers ath- power and 432 pound feet of lar less angular design with a letic handling characteristics in torque. Cadillac CT6 Hybrid (photo Arv Voss) lightweight body, excellent han- spite of its length and overall dling and road holding attributes, mass. The low positioning of the The CT6 is 8.5-inches longer than battery pack contributes to the Saleen Displays S1&S7 at Legends Gala in Monterey Cadillac’s CTS sedan, stretching positive stability and outstanding Saleen Automotive, Inc. has Saleen’s Corona, CA, headquar- comb impact-absorbing panels, the sheet metal over the longer, road-holding ability. The electric re-asserted its dominance in the ters. The S7 LM’s transmission 3-point seat belts with automatic low, broad-shouldered, and mus- motors are capable of powering supercar market with the unveil- is a longitudinal, 6-speed all syn- pre-tensioner, and aluminum cular body, incorporating straight the sedan up to 78 mph, with ing of the 1300-horsepower chromesh with limited-slip differ- honeycomb front crush struc- edges and flatter surfaces rather the four-cylinder gas motor only Saleen S7 Le Mans (LM) Edition ential. It also has a metallic clutch ture with integrated rear crumple than arcs in a form that blends the firing up to provide additional at the recent LA Auto Show. with 8.0-inch twin-disc hydraulic zones. long hood with the high shoulder power. Driving with one-pedal The S7R race version has actuation bow-through uprights. Interior convenience and com- and expressive wheels. Up front driving may be accomplished won at every major racetrack The S7 LM has an all-new, fort treatments feature a high- the CT6, displays a broad grille by combining the lowest regen- in the world, including Day- exclusive Black/Silver paint volume flow-through ventilation with distinctive textured cross- erative mode with the automatic tona, Sebring, Nurburgring, and scheme with clear-coated carbon system, A/C, rear view video hatching and the large, prominent brake-hold function. the prestigious 24 Hours of Le fiber. It will ride on Saleen camera with interior LCD dis- Cadillac crest. The Cadillac CT6 hybrid pos- Mans. The S7 LM Edition com- forged, five-spoke, Le Mans- play, 240 MPH speedometer, Entering the cabin there’s a sesses virtually all the same memorates that seven-year run style wheel design equipped with race-inspired central-mounted balance of luxury and function- safety, connectivity and infotain- of consecutive racing victories center locking wheel nuts with digital tachometer with S7R-style ality. Satin chrome and stained ment features as the rest of the of its Saleen S7 Supercar. The S7 automatic safety locks. Fronts shift lights, fully adjustable tilt wood trim with delicate carbon- CT6 lineup. street version has also starred in are sized at 19 X 9.5-inches with and telescoping steering column, fiber accents, and supple leather Bottom line, the 2018 Cadil- several Hollywood blockbusters, rears at 20 X 12.0-inches. These power windows and door locks, seating. The interior ambience lac CT6 Plug-In Hybrid RWD including being driven by “God” sleek, stylish wheels will be shod keyless remote for doors and rear exhibits expert craftsmanship and is a pleasant step up, and is now in Bruce Almighty. with high-performance tires: trunk, variable intermittent wind- comfort. a solid and impressively agile Steve Saleen previously an- 275/30/ZR19 front and 335/30/ shield wipers, electric heated My test 2018 Cadillac CT6 luxury sedan with the added nounced the planned build of ZR20 rears. front windshield, remote engine 2.0e Plug-In Hybrid came with advantages of electrification. this extraordinary supercar. The The chassis is comprised of hatch and fuel filler door releases, the exterior finished in a rich Trade-offs found in most hybrids car unveiled at the recent LA 4130 Lightweight Steel Space and the latest in sound systems. Deep Amethyst metallic, with include reduced trunk space, Auto Show is the fulfillment of frame with Honeycomb Com- Standard interior trim includes the interior executed in Jet Black which is four feet less at 11 feet. the first of the special edition S7 posite panels. The S7 LM has black Alcantera with multi-tone leather. The base price was set at Compared to BMW’s 7-series, LMs. “True to our form, we are advanced wind tunnel devel- leather and suede. The S7 LM $75,095. The final tally rose to the CT6 is perhaps not as visu- bringing back America’s only oped aerodynamics including is also equipped with perfor- $76,090. after adding the Des- ally striking, nor is the interior true supercar,” said Steve Saleen, integrated split-channel airflow mance sport seating, aluminum tination charge. There were no quite as plush, but these factors CEO of Saleen Automotive. “We throughout the car, full under- and color accents, custom-fitted other optional costs. are made acceptable by its sig- are celebrating our winning heri- side aerodynamics, advanced- driver seating position, and a SUMMARY: The 2018 Cadil- nificantly lower price. tage and advancing the perfor- design front tray and side skirts, dual leather and Alcantera suede lac CT6 2.0e Plug-in Hybrid han- SPECIFICATIONS: mance DNA that Saleen was built full-body-width rear spoiler, and steering wheel. Also included is dles equitably with other luxury 2018 Cadillac CT6 2.0E Plug-in around.” heat-rejecting tinted glass. the special LM-edition trim. sedans, delivering ample power Hybrid RWD A 7.0L twin-turbo engine, The S7 LM is well equipped The Saleen S7 LM is priced from its hybrid system. The hybrid Base Price: $75,095 rated at 1300 horsepower, will with safety features including, at $1,000,000,000. With a mere travels from 0-60 mph in an Price as Tested: $76,090 power the new S7 LM supercar. but not limited to, integrated roll seven in production, this is the impressive 5.2 seconds, provid- Engine Type and Size: 2.0- Each one is being hand built at protection, aluminum honey- ultimate collector supercar. 8 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com September / SEMA 2018

2019 Chevy Silverado “test drive report” continued from page 2 2-inch suspension lift and the Z71 tie down points for even more The High Value segment Off Road Package, including lock- cargo flexibility. includes the ‘Work Truck’ with ing rear differential, skid plates, Additional features include task vinyl or cloth seats and the avail- Rancho shocks, 19-inch wheels lighting, a 120-volt power outlet ability of the Regular cab. Remem- and off-road tires. and larger cutouts in the class- ber, this is how all pickup trucks Rounding out the eight models exclusive CornerStep bumpers were originally offered. of the new Silverado is the High to better accommodate steel-toed ‘Custom’ is the next High Value feature group: boots. truck with crew-cab (four door) LTZ features chrome accents on There are four tailgate variants body , LED tail lamps and inte- the bumpers, front grille, mirror that include the standard gate with grated dual exhaust. caps and door handles. Leather no lift assist, lockable with key. And finally in the High Value interior trim is standard. The standard gate with lift assist. category is the Custom Trail Boss The ultimate Silverado is the Power lock and release includes with off-road equipment including High Country. It has its own exclu- lift assist and automatic release, 2-inch suspension lift and the Z71 sive front grille design with two- power lockable. Power up and Off Road Package. This package tone chrome and bronze finish, down has lift assist, automatic includes locking rear differen- body-color accents plus chrome release and power closing which tial, skid plates, Rancho shocks, assist steps from wheel to wheel. is an industry exclusive. 18-inch wheels and off-road tires. It also includes the new power The new truck has more func- The High Volume group includes tailgate as standard equipment. tional interiors with increased three models: The work end of the Silverado storage. Also available are bed LT features chrome accents on is the pickup box. The 2019 mounted storage bins that fit over the bumpers, front grille and mirror Silverado offers the most cargo the wheel wells. The bins offer caps. Chevrolet bowtie in the grille volume in every bed size. The nearly seven cubic feet of lockable and LED lights. short-box offers 63 cubic feet of cargo space for short-box models. RST continues the High Volume volume. Most of that volume was Safety technology with cameras A Replacement for Displacement OSCAs to trio of models with a street per- created by widening the maximum offers surround vision. Power Appear on Famed 18th Fairway as Featured Class formance appearance for the LT. width of the bed floor nearly seven plants include V6 and V8 versions, Adding a body-color trim, full inches. some with turbo power and even LED lighting and up to 22-inch The Silverado now has 12 fixed a Turbo Diesel available in the wheels. tie-downs, with strength doubling lineup soon. LT Trial Boss adds off-road to 500 pounds of force before bend- The 2019 Silverado pickup equipment to the LT including a ing. There are also nine moveable trucks can be found at dealerships now. Look for the eight faces of Chevrolet that include work trucks to luxury models . This generation of Chevy trucks is the largest Another “Best Seller” in Inside ASIA selection ever to be offered by the Volkswagen Goes centurion pickup truck producer. Tom Cotter’s Collection of AUTO NEWS BYTES (See photos on page 14) Barn-Find Books Large with by Michelle Hale INFINITI QX50 & QX60 lead Gobi Desert Dinosaur Atlas SUV Expedition by Bill McCallum The Institute of Paleontology and Geology of Mongolian Academy of Inside Europe Volkswagen entered the U.S. Sciences (IPG), together with The Explorers Club Hong Kong Chapter, market after WWII with the “Bug.” supported by INFINITI Motor Company, announced a breakthrough in The VW Bug was an instant suc- paleontological methodology through advanced mapping technology, AUTO NEWS BYTES cess and I bought a used 1965 VW and a discovery of many significant findings after a 20-day expedition by Bill McCallum Bug Soft Top in the 70’s. I named in the Gobi Desert that revisited the route of Roy Chapman Andrews’ my Red Bug “Fat Albert” and he ground breaking explorations nearly 100 years ago. RICHARD STEWART TAPPED TO LEAD VOK DAMS was my daily driver for years. I The 35-person multidisciplinary team of paleontologists, geologists, NORTH AMERICA loved “Fat Albert.” As the VW archaeologists, scientists and The Explorers Club members found Vok Dams Relaunches U.S. Operations in Philadelphia brand grew in popularity across the possible evidence of three new dinosaur species, more than 250 new Global event agency VOK DAMS has announced the relaunch U.S. Volkswagen became known fossil locations, five entirely new areas previously not known to contain of its U.S. office, with operations to begin in August 2018. The for selling a value oriented product fossils, and hundreds of fossilized bones, including those of mammals, new office will be headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and featuring a full lineup of small cars. which were not previously known to have existed in the area. The operate under the business entity of VOK DAMS North America. The Volkswagen Atlas V6 SEL paleontologists will analyze the fossils they took back to Ulaanbaatar Richard Stewart, formerly the agency’s Business Director for Greater w/ 4MOTION I tested represents to validate the findings and will explore the newly discovered sites China, has been named Managing Director effective immediately. a move by Volkswagen into one over the next several years, if not decades. The move indicates a further strategic focus on the U.S. market of the most competitive automo- Paleontologists were able to analyze an enormous amount of data by Germany’s leading agency for events and live marketing. “As tive segments, large SUV’s. I first collected from satellite and drone imagery to pinpoint high probability a global agency, we are constantly evaluating and optimizing our saw the VW Atlas at the LA Auto locations for fossilization, based on geological and sedimentary offerings in each of our markets to best meet the current needs of Show 2 years ago and I must say markers. The team could then travel quickly to the sites in a fleet of our clients,” explained Colja Dams, CEO, VOK DAMS Group. they are coming to market with all INFINITI SUVs to prospect for fossils. The combination of satellite “We produce several events in the U.S. in any given year, and by re- and drone imaging, together with a team of paleontologists—all the bells-and-whistles to compete starting our U.S. office we send a clear signal to our clients that we with the segment leaders. working together—has never be done before. This represents a new, are committed to continue strengthening our family of event experts more efficient method of discovering dinosaur fossils. First and foremost, the 2018 VW around the world.” Atlas SUV offers industry leading The expedition, which used INFINITI’s all new midsize QX50 Stewart joined VOK DAMS in 2014 and was part of the senior SUV, as well as the larger QX60 and QX80 SUVs, endured a heavy design. Design sells these days and management team that transformed VOK DAMS China into an I will go on record as saying the sandstorm that blew away two support tents, 110-degree weather, award-winning full service agency, complete with a broad range scorpions, lethal spiders and a host of other challenges moving a large of live and digital brand experience offerings. “Richard has been 2018 VW Atlas offers one of the caravan across the Gobi’s forbidding terrain. instrumental to our growth in China and, with nearly 20 years best, if not THE BEST designed “Geological and paleontological maps will be re-written to account of previous management experience in the U.S., we know he large SUV’s on the market today. for these new findings and discoveries,” said Michael Barth, Founder will continue to build on his track record of strategic growth and Comfort and space. When you and Chairman, The Explorers Club Hong Kong Chapter, and expedition operational excellence in this new leadership role,” said Dams. Prior drive the 2018 VW Atlas you organizer. “Partnering with INFINITI was a good match with the to joining VOK DAMS China, Stewart served as the Client Services feel like your floating on a cloud, Hong Kong Chapter of The Explorers Club, as we share a passion for Director, China of a global brand experience agency and the General with very little road noise and lots exploration and using technology to push the boundaries of seeking Manager of a boutique agency specializing in premium automotive of room for that shopping trip to new knowledge. Roy Chapman Andrews was the first explorer to use event communications. Costco or Walmart. Power. The motorized vehicles to increase the amount of ground he and his team On his new post for VOK DAMS North America, Stewart noted: 3.6L 24 valve DOHC V6 engine could cover. He would be proud of what we accomplished, and thrilled “We at VOK DAMS believe that, in today’s experience economy, w/FSI direct injection gives the that his legacy continues to inspire meaningful discoveries.” live campaigns are central to the success of integrated marketing power to deliver an entire little “The Explorers Club is known for its famous firsts: first to the North strategies. And our client know that they can depend on our league soccer team to practice or Pole, the South Pole, the top of Everest, the bottom of the ocean, and repeatable expertise in agile event management, quality assurance on game day. first to the moon,” said Will Roseman, Executive Director ofThe and data protection. These are all areas that have been attracting Explorers Club. “We are very excited to partner with INFINITI, which The 2018 VW Atlas offers 10 a high level of interest from new and existing clients in the U.S., safety features including Intel- also has many famous firsts, including the world’s first production where we will operate as an agile startup agency backed by a high variable compression ratio engine in its all-new QX50. We share a ligent Crash Response System performing global team.” (ICRS) and Lower Anchors & passion for discovery and for scientific advancement.” The agency’s Philadelphia office location puts it central to several Key Finds: Tethers for Children (LATCH). The key clients, while also providing access to one of the most vibrant base MSRP as tested is $ 42,690. - Hind leg of an Ostrich-type dinosaur from 65 million years ago creative communities in the U.S. “We’re fortunate to have a number - Turtle intact from 70 million years ago of long-standing partners in the U.S. who have a history of delivering This might seem high for a Volk- - Neck vertebrae of a dinosaur with a long neck and tail from the outstanding results for our clients,” said Stewart. “We look forward swagen, but compared to the other same period to strengthening these relationships and creating new ones, starting large SUV’s on the market it’s a - The arm of an ostrich-like dinosaur from 70 million years ago with several planned new hires and collaborations in 2018.” SUPER VALUE. I strongly suggest a “test drive” of the 2018 Atlas at your nearest Volkswagen dealer. September / SEMA 2018 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com 9

Sally travels to Cougar Crest Estate Winery in a Kia Sorento Toyota’s New Plano, Texas continued from page 3 drive enjoyable are the Smart clearly marked air controls. The stance and upscale appearance. The Cruise Control with Stop and Go console was designed with trays to revised styling of the front and rear to help maintain a predetermined hold many small items like keys, Headquarters is a State- of the vehicle is enhanced with the distance from a vehicle in front phones and coins with a compart- newly available LED headlights, of you, Driver Attention Warning, ment in the middle large enough fog lights and taillights. Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot to stash a small purse. Cup holders of-the-Art Structure The lower trim levels start in Detection and Forward Collision are located in all doors as well as continued from page 4 There are six main buildings hous- the mid $20k’s. Trim levels are Warning. the console. The campus has multi-story cov- ing Toyota’s financial division, the LX, EX, SX and the fully loaded The designated driver deserved The three-row, seven person ered parking structures to protect Lexus brand and a technology and SLX — a $48,370 all-wheel drive an extremely comfortable 14- seating is perfect for a group to tour vehicles during the hot months engineering research center. Office that I drove for this review. Before way power adjustable driver’s seat the wineries. Since it is a squeeze and heavy weather days that Texas space is designed to be flexible you decide the price is high, keep with perfect lumbar support. Soft for adults to fit in the third row and is noted for. On the back of the in the event a change is needed. in mind that this SLX Sorento was nappa leather seating is throughout that seating doesn’t accommodate building is a large and long video Amenities include a Starbucks, optioned to luxury specification the vehicle. The interior fit and long legs, you will want to find wall about the size of a football health center, a credit union and a levels and the value is fantastic. finish is beautiful and especially two short, flexible friends to sit in field with an eye-catching display. convenience store run by Walmart. A quiet, refined drive was noticeable on the doors accented the third row. All passengers have This video wall backs up to a major Another great feature is there are welcome in the Sorento on our with double stitching and chrome. available cup holders and wire- freeway just next to the 4 billion several food stations, one including trip to Walla Walla. The 3.3-liter The attractive dashboard includes less charging ports are included dollar Legacy Center that is the sushi. A new addition to the current V6 is coupled with a new eight- an excellent control layout with for occupants of the three rows of new home to Liberty Mutual Insur- Plano campus will be a museum speed automatic transmission. A easy to operate touchscreen, tuning seating. A panoramic roof with a ance and other major companies with vintage cars from the early few other options that made the and volume knobs along with sun shade gives the Sorento’s pas- that have moved to North Texas years and vehicles throughout their sengers plenty of light and offers in the last year. The headquarters success in the U.S. At some point, skyward views. with a vast array of solar panels the general public will be able to Our destination in Walla Walla and other environmental features, tour the museum. was the Cougar Crest Estate shows how much effort was put Near Toyota’s Plano headquar- Winery which is located on into this facility. The center of the ters a state of the art Toyota dealer- Frenchtown Road off Highway 12 structure is surrounded by black ship is being built, no doubt it will in the Westside wine region of the glass and a water-wise atrium. help Toyota service company and Walla Walla valley. We had fond The new headquarters includes employee vehicles. memories of visiting the winery in several restaurants for employees. This year will also bring an $80 their early years at the beginning This address affords easy access to million dollar engineering center in of this century when they were employees living in North Texas. Kentucky; part of the “One Toyota” located at the Walla Walla Airport. This 100 –acre campus has lots of Project. The 235,000 square foot Ten years ago the winery moved room to grow in the future. With facility will house more than 600 into a beautiful new building that around 4,000 employees in this Toyota engineers with room to contains a subterranean wine cellar facility, you would never know it. grow. and is made from Rastra blocks, a recycled material consisting of recycled polystyrene mixed with concrete. The environmentally friendly building exemplifies the sustainable practices the winery Kia Sorento at Cougar Crest Estate Winery in Walla Walla, practices from vineyard to produc- WA (photo by Sally Hanson) tion. An impressive tasting room is located in the building which is decorated with beautiful woods, fireplace, and plenty of seating for sipping wonderful wines. Montana State Student Loves His Cougar Crest Estate Winery’s vineyard acreage totals 110 acres Subaru Forester by Zach McCallum and is spread out over four differ- continued from page 4 ent vineyards in the Walla Walla its slightly larger profile than the Forester are its large cubic space. continued on page 14 Toyota’s Plano, Texas Headquarters (photo Harold Allen) Subaru Outback and great safety Louis and I have been camping, features. It packs more size than shooting, and fishing in his car. the Outback with the downside of For a college student who likes the slightly inferior gas mileage. The outdoors, the Forester by Subaru main advantages of any modern is a top option.

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continued from page 3 looking, reflecting the design 2018 Cadillac ATS Test Drive Report by David Schmidt the vehicles of their parent’s gen- theme which pulled Cadillac into eration and therefore completely the 21st century. The emphatic embrace sedans. Don’t think lines insure that this Cadillac isn’t the company’s marketing folks meant for snowbird living centers. haven’t thought about this. A For example, the seats are small Cadillac seems a contradic- comfortable, but not in the way tion in terms, but only if you think a former Cadillac owner would about traditional Cadillac owners. expect. Somewhat of a Euro feel But whatever the future, the to them. Unfortunately, the sus- present isn’t great for sedans, pension isn’t tuned to hide the including the ATS and other car’s European drive character- Cadillacs. A little slow to the istics. That is something which crossover rush, Cadillac says will please those who enjoy driv- they’ve got four more coming ing. Cars simply have a serious in the next couple of years, but advantage over crossovers when until they would like to see ATS it comes to responsiveness. sedans grow. Interestingly the Another benefit for buyers brand isn’t really in trouble, as is that sedans tend to be well- their very good sales in China equipped for the price com- take the sting out of a slipping pared to crossovers. The ATS, sedan market. for instance, comes with plenty Cadillac ATS Sedans (photo by David Schmidt) The nice thing is that it is good of neat things standard. This includes things like standard th heated outside mirrors with inte- Please Join Us for the 10 Annual Legends of Auto Gala - August 15, 2019 grated turn signals and puddle lamps. Naturally everybody gets See Details Below the CUE infotainment system which comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. There’s standard wireless phone charging, Adaptive Remote Start and keyless igni- tion. A 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot Sponsors is free, as are Cadillac’s Teen Driver controls. Everybody gets Brembo front performance brakes and automatic stop/start. Legends of Auto Gala Dinner But that’s not available if you get the manual transmission. Please join us on August 15th at the Embassy Suites Hotel on Monterey Bay (Seaside) for the 10th Annual Event There are two trims, the ATS Date: August 15, 2019 Attire: Business Casual and Luxury trims. There are Tickets: $250 each options, such as the power sun- Place: Embassy Suites Hotel on Monterey Bay (Seaside) roof, although the Luxury trim Time: 7 pm to 10:30 pm Tables: (10) - $2,000 level comes with leather seating surfaces with heated, 10-way Ticketing: https://my360tix.com/events/legends-gala power front seats, auto-heated steering wheel and more as a part SPACE WILL BE LIMITED - Questions - [email protected] of the trim level. The engine reinforces that view To recognize and award individual accomplishments, that have significantly as well, being only half an engine Mission Statement according to previous Cadillac advanced the auto industry around the world and to help develop the next generation of auto industry leaders. standards which required a V-8 under almost all conditions. This About Legends of Auto turbocharged, two-liter engine produces 272-hp. and 295 lb.- The “Legends of Auto” is a prestigious event in which we take time to honor key contributors of the automotive ft. of peak torque. This is prob- industry. Below are some pictures of our recent events. ably more than some of General Motors V-8 engines produced in Honored Members of Legends of Auto the last couple of decades of the George Barris* Vic Edelbrock* Parnelli Jones Dana Mecum 20th century. Bert Boeckmann Ken Gross Jay Leno Bruce Meyer Because of the size of this car Bob Bondurant Dan Gurney* Ken Lingenfelter Peter Mullin the EPA fuel ratings are pretty Sandra Button Lee Iacocca Keith Martin Roger Penske good. The most thirsty is the rear- Corky Coker Craig Jackson Barry Meguiar Stewart Reed wheel drive with a manual trans- Tom duPont Lyn St. James Bruce McCaw Steve Saleen mission which ears a 20-mpg city *Departed Legends * and 29-mpg highway rating. Add Carroll Shelby the automatic transmission and the mileage rating jumps to 22 mpg city and 31-mpg highway. All-wheel drive only costs you 1 mpg in the highway rating, earning the same 22 mpg for city driving. Unlike any of the Caddys of those days, you can get an ATS with a manual transmission instead of the eight-speed automatic transmission. If I was going to get the rear-wheel drive version Legends (left to right) Bob Bondurant, Lyn St. James, Bill McCallum, I’d also opt for the manual, even Founder, Tom duPont, Steve Saleen, Barry Meguiar, Keith Legends of Auto Gala Event attendees at dinner during though you can choose that engine Martin, Ken Lingenfelter and Dana Mecum (photo Auto News) presentations and still get all-wheel drive. This Cadillac is fun to drive. That’s not something often said about Cadillacs pretty much in the history of their existence. It was a brand that brought luxury to wealthy buyers. But thanks to cars such as the ATS they’ve upped the fun factor by a bit. Hopefully it will help keep sedans from going the way of station wagons. 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CARS, STARS and films Event Honors George Barris Creator of Movie Cars continued from page 2 AN: What was most surprising just a true gentleman and enthu- JBP: I don’t want to hear the tv car that beat the James Bond tive and Hollywood entertain- from the sale? siast as well. He has his own hot word can’t. There’s nothing you car. To be able to experience that ment history with photographs JBP: Amazing how a car rods. He just came by to spend can’t do and I don’t want to hear with your family is…he just never of George and their custom customizer touched so many time with us…The stories about that word. stopped. cars including Steve McQueen, people’s lives. Elvis and what a polite man he AN: What would he want his Barris Kustom Industries and Clint Eastwood, Clark Gable, AN: Who do you remember was…Even Cher would bring a legend to be? Joji Barris can be seen attending Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, most? shoe and say I need to paint my JBP: In his wildest dreams, car shows, judging, charity John Wayne, Elvis Presley, John JBP: What’s really cool is when Ferrari this color. about how we sold his Batmobile work, restoring the Barrister and Lennon and Yoko Ono, Cher, Bo you’re sitting in your shop and AN: What was your dad’s best at Barrett Jackson for a record- Specialty Equipment Market Derek and Farrah Fawcett. Billy Gibbons comes by and he’s advice? breaking sale, the highest paid Association (SEMA).

Actress Blanca Blanco at the 90th Academy Awards at The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood (image courtesy of Blanca Blanco)

Joji Barris-Paster and the Batmobile at Barris Kustom Industries in North George Barris and the Batmobile at the International Comic-Con in San Hollywood on August 15, 2018. (Photo by Joyce Chow) Diego in 2012. (Photo by Joyce Chow) Curing Kids Cancer Gala Raises More Than $110,000 Guests enjoyed a stellar evening “The evening was wonderful. honored Buttercup, Dr. Maryam that included a new venue, The The guests enjoyed their time at Fouladi, Gala guest speaker and Metropolitan Club, exceptional the new venue, enjoying delicious medical director of the brain tumor silent auction items and one- food and drinks and participating in center at Cincinnati Children’s of-a-kind live auction pieces. our live and silent auctions. Most Hospital Medical Center, and Auctioneers from Mecum Auctions importantly, guests helped us raise Tony Barnhart, Gala host and SEC were in attendance to facilitate the more than $110,000 for childhood football analyst. exciting live auction. cancer research,” said Lauren Curing Kids Cancer would Additions to the evening besides Korthoff, Program and Event like to thank our Gala sponsors the location were a delicious Director for Curing Kids Cancer. for a spectacular evening: The signature cocktail, dessert bar Honorary chairwoman Michelle Metropolitan Club, Malvern Bank, and live music from Atlanta. After “Buttercup” Davis went above and iHeartRadio, Modern Luxury, mixing and mingling, Gala goers beyond to secure auction items, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, also had a fun time in the photo invite guests and assist with the Photography by Zelda and Atlanta booth. evening. Curing Kids Cancer Dance Party.

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Marysville Toyota (NOW OPEN) Serves N.W. WA for Sales & Service Needs by Bill McCallum lounge. (see photos) Marysville Toyota has only Marysville Toyota’s Mission been open for two months and Statement is: “Buy the easy way. customer reviews on Google are Get the vehicle you want in full all claiming “...... the negotiation- transparency, nothing hidden. We free sales process to be the best advocate for you. Our non-com- in the Northwest for buying a missioned, experienced consul- new Toyota.” The all-new Toyota tants are focused on getting you Dealership is located off of I-5 the right vehicle, at the right price between Marysville and Smokey with the right terms. Point at 16120 Smokey Point We keep things simple and Boulevard. (Marysville Toyota. stress-free. One person. Negotia- com) tion-free sales process. One excel- The all-new 40,000 square foot lent experience. You’re in control facility on 6 acres was built to ser- and you select the vehicle that fits vice customers between Everett your life style and budget.” and Mt Vernon, but it is all ready I would say it’s well worth a drawing new customers from trip up I-5 or down I-5 for a visit the Northwest part of the state. to Marysville Toyota if your in the Marysville Toyota stresses service market for a new or pre-owned for trucks, suv’s and cars with 10 Toyota or looking a friendly place factory trained technicians, state- to have your current vehicle ser- of-the-art equipment, 18 service viced. ALSO VISIT - marysvillet- bays and a comfortable waiting oyota.com or call (360) 651-0200 Service Reception at Marysville Toyota (photo Auto News)

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See 2019 Chevrolet Silverado “Test Drive Report” on pages 2 & 8 Sally Hanson Travels To Cougar Crest Estate Winery 2019 Chevrolet Silverado (photo Art Gould) 2019 Chevrolet Silverado (photo Art Gould) in a Kia Sorento continued from page 9

American Viticulture Area (AVA). To receive the “Estate” designa- tion, the winery and vineyards have to be in the same AVA, have to be controlled or owned by the winery and the wine has to be made from start to finish at the winery. As you should assume from the name of the winery, the husband FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY – NOVEMBER 16, 17 & 18, 2O18 and wife team of Deborah and David Hansen graduated from Washington State University. Deborah received her degree in Pharmacy and David in Veterinary Medicine. They began their careers in the San Francisco area where the art of wine making became their passion while visiting California wineries. Starting in 1980 with fruit orchards, the Hansens have been in agriculture ever since, establishing their first vineyard in 1997. Having won numerous gold medals in many competitions and acclaimed best of class wine by prestigious magazines, our favorite varietals offered at Cougar Crest Estate Winery include Malbec, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sau- vignon. WE SOLD 70% OF ALL CARS ENTERED AT OUR LAST AUCTION! LOCATION Parking at Cougar Crest Winery The McCormick family invites you to their 65th auction featuring over was made easier with the Park 580 antique, classic, exotic, muscle, sports and special interest autos. Distance Warning, Rear Cross Ask for Keith, Jason or Michele to answer your questions Traffic Collision Warning, and the Surround View Monitor that (760) 320-3290. gives a 360 degree view of the vehicle’s relationship to the sur- WHERE TO STAY SPONSORED BY rounding area. Call our host hotel at the Hilton Palm Springs at 76O.32O.6868 The Sorento’s cargo space is and use promo code “MCA” for special room rates. Also visit easily accessible with the hands- free Smart Power lift gate open- VacationPalmSprings.com for more options. ing when it senses your smart key — with no hands or feet required. LOWEST ENTRY FEES IN THE BUSINESS AND ONLY 5% SELL FEE The lift gate can also be adjusted Friday, Saturday and Sunday Lots are $300, $400 for prime time and $600 for to your height preference making closing the hatch easier and to covered canopy lots. No numbers will be reserved without consignment fee being avoid opening so high that it hits paid in full. Visa, Mastercard and AMEX are accepted. Positions will be filled on first- the ceiling in your garage. Another come, first-served basis. To reserve the position you desire, send your check covering nice feature is a remote release that the entry fee or phone in your credit card number. You may specify the cars you’re OUR MAIN OFFICE lets you fold down the second row entering at a later date. Entry fees are REFUNDABLE less $50 handling fee if seats while standing at the rear of 244 North Indian Canyon Dr. the vehicle to expand space as you you notify us in writing 14 days prior to the auction. Color photographs may be Palm Springs, CA 92262 pack the vehicle. Cargo netting included in our exclusive color brochure. We strictly limit the number of positions and tie downs are conveniently

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Pirelli and Prada SHOWCASE REVIEWS Partner for Luna Rossa’s HONDA FIT 5DR SPORT INFINITI QX80 4WD New America’s Cup Challenge Pirelli has signed an agreement with Luna Rossa Challenge for the constitution of a partnership aimed at the development of a multi-year project which will lead to Luna Rossa’s participation in the next edition of the America’s Cup, set for New Zealand in 2021. Pirelli and Prada will be co-titled sponsors of the vessel and will detail their plans at a soon to be organized event. Now in its 36th edition, the The Honda Fit subcompact BASE PRICE: $17,500 The Infiniti QX80 AWD is the BASE PRICE: $67,850 America’s Cup is the oldest trophy hatchback has been a steady TYPE: sub-compact “Big-Daddy” in the Infiniti TYPE: SUV in the history of sport, which seller for Honda. Value based ENGINE: 1.5L 4 cyl SUV lineup. All the bells and ENGINE: 5.6-LITER V8 sees the participation of the most at $17,500 as tested the Fit TRANS: 6 speed manual whistles that go with a TRANS: 7-SP AT technologically advanced boats in is also good in the MPG dept. HORSEPOWER: 130 hp luxury SUV HORSEPOWER: 400 hp the world. The project will entail, over MPG: 29 city / 36 hiway MPG: 15 city / 19 hiway the 4-year period 2018-2021, a series of regattas, events and activities with the two brands as protagonists. In 2019, the first two regattas of the America’s Cup World Series will take place in the KIA RIO EX 5DR MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE CROSS Mediterranean; in 2020 another three World Series regattas will be held in Europe, the United States of America and Asia; from January 2021, always in Auckland, there will be the Prada Cup, Challenger selection regattas, followed by the 36th edition of the America’s Cup Presented by Prada, scheduled for March 2021. continued on page 20 Millennial Car

Buying Analyzed The fourth generation KIA BASE PRICE: $18,700 The Eclipse compact SUV BASE PRICE: $27,895 RIO offers more room and a TYPE: Sedan is a new offering from TYPE: SUV by Jordan Williams new infotainment center with ENGINE: 1.6L 4 cyl Mitsubishi. Priced below the ENGINE: 1.5 L continued from page 3 voice recognition. Good MPG TRANS: 6-Speed AT Outlander it offers many of TRANS: 6 sp Sport and priced right for a sedan. HORSEPOWER: 130 hp the same options. HORSEPOWER: 161 hp A3, which make luxury brands MPG: 28 city / 37 hiway MPG: 25 city / 26 hiway more affordable for the millennial buyer, however, some millennials are more likely to consider up and coming models from import brands such as Kia and Mazda, as well as other German and Japanese TOYOTA RAV4 HYBRID TOYOTA CAMRY models, because of their popularity. It was also noted that as they age, Millennials seem to become more practical in their automotive tastes. Based on their study, Autotrader found that Millennials are looking for experts to help answer their questions when they finally make it to the dealership. Some want quick, efficient purchases and come with their minds practically made up, based on their research noted above, but some want to feel, touch, drive and some time and space to make their final decision. They appreciate help and expertise in a kind, professional and non- The Toyota RAV4 has been BASE PRICE: $32,185 Toyota Camry is Toyota’s BASE PRICE: $34,950 pressure type of way. a top seller and a segment TYPE: Small SUV best selling sedan and has TYPE: Sedan Millennials pride themselves on leader for years. The popular ENGINE: 2.5L DOHC 4 cyl also been a top selling car ENGINE: 3.5L smart purchases their way, their time line. Read them, be helpful small SUV has all the bells TRANS: AWD-i in the United States in recent TRANS: 8 sp CVT and patient with them, and let them & whistles. It’s also a hybrid. HORSEPOWER: 194 hp years. Price right with many HORSEPOWER: 301 hp steer you to which car they want MPG: 34 city / 30 hiway free options MPG: 22 city / 32 hiway to purchase. Coming up is my highly antici- pated article with a reputable Washington State mechanic in business for over 30 years. He *** all information on vehicles as tested will discuss his advice for Mil- lennials in both car buying and autonewsonline.com/showcase reviews maintenance. 16 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com September / SEMA 2018

2018 Toyota Sequoia “test Drive Report” continued from page 3 other trims seat 8. The 6.1-inch the third-row seats there is 18.9 Driving Dynamics: touch-screen display can be a cubic feet of space, fold down the In regards to driving dynamics, bit small at times, but Toyota’s third row with the push of a button the Sequoia is able to perform Entune infotainment system and the space increases to 66.6 both in the city, and off road. The lays everything out in a intuitive cubic feet, fold down the second large seats are extremely comfort- design. The Sequoia also features row, and you have a huge 120.1 able and the rear cabin can easily bluetooth, HD Radio, satellite cubic foot area to work with. We seat adults in the middle and rear radio, voice recognition and all used the Sequoia to bring all of rows. The cabin was very quiet at of the other amenities you would the materials we needed to our highways speeds, and the vehicle expect from a 2018 vehicle. Legends of Auto venue, and we cruises comfortably down the road If you need cargo space, the didn’t even need to fold all of the as if you’re riding in a luxury car. Sequoia has plenty of it. Behind seats down! As to be expected, parallel parking Toyota Sequoia (photo Chris Chung) in a city setting can be cumbersome in the Sequoia, but a rear view camera and parking sensors are there to assist you. Not to mention Ride & Drive: the turning radius is superb for a vehicle of its size and stabilizer bars 2018 Toyota 4Runner in the front and rear keep body roll to a minimum. at Once off road, the Sequoia easily traveled down trails with its Bear Creek Golf Course Bilstein shocks, offering a comfort- by Bill McCallum groomed fairways. Bear Creek able ride that a baby could sleep The ride for our first Golf Course is managed by Laurie and Mike through. The 10 inches of ground Ride & Drive Feature of the season Hilton. Their two daughters also clearance allows you to pass over is the 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD help around the club house when small obstacles with ease. I didn’t Off-Road SUV. This popular they are not in school or on the try any trails extreme enough, but SUV is powered by a 4.0L DOHC course. The snack bar offers food there are multiple 4wd modes and 24-valve V-6 delivering 270 HP & beverages. There are separate a locking center differential on and 20 mpg on the highway when tees when you tee it up for the the TRD Sport for all of your off your not off-roading. The Star second nine. The 18 hole yardage roading needs. Safety System option includes is 6,271 years from the men’s tees Interior: Vehicle Stability Control and and 5,310 yards from the ladies The interior, as mentioned, over a dozen other safety features. tees. We recommend Bear Creek is massive and luxurious. The The TRD Enhancement pack- at Winthrop, WA as part of your large 10-way adjustable heated age includes 17-inch TRD alloy Northwest hiking, cycling, camp- leather seats in the front and wheels, a TRD stamped aluminum ing, fishing, hunting, river rafting, large knobs make the Sequoia front skidplate and much more. or your road-trip vacation in East- ideal for driving to your annual Your drives on the 9 hole ern, WA. For additional informa- ski trip. The TRD Sport features Bear Creek golf course located tion: Call-(509) 996-2284 or visit second row captain’s seating and in the Methow Valley outside of - www.bearcreekgolfcourse.com a seating capacity of 7, while Winthrop, WA will land on well www.132slotcar.com ScaleRacing Center All the fun of motor racing without any of the risk

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WOMEN in the WOMEN in the AUTO WORLD women in the AUTO WORLD AUTO WORLD “Chanterria McGilbra MBA” founder of Prancing Ponies by Bill McCallum Chanterria McGilbra, MBA defines what it means to be a Women in the Auto World. Chanterria is the founder of the Prancing Ponies Foundation, Prancing Ponies Lead- ership Academy, Prancing Ponies Car Show and the Prancing Ponies Rally. I first met Chanterria at the second annual Prancing Ponies All-Women Car Show this year in Carmel where they honored our Legend Lyn St. James. With Lyn’s help we invited the Prancing Ponies participants to our Legends of Auto Gala Dinner in Monterey during Classic Car Week. (see page 1 story) A statement in the 2018 Pranc- ing Ponies All-Women Car Show Program says it all .....”The women who are brave enough to participate in our Car Show lay the foundation for future generations of girl auto enthusiasts to do the same. It’s why our mission is “Empower- ing Women - Inspiring Girls’ to ‘Create Women Leaders One Girl at a Time.’ Chanterria McGilbra, far right, Prancing Ponies Founder with Friends on a Road Trip Previously Featured: Elena Cortesi – Ford Comm. Mgr. Muffy Bennett – Car Collector “women in the auto world” Jennifer Biggs – Repair Shop Owner Felicia Fields – Ford HR VP Joyce Chow – Social Media Mogul Mary Barra – GM CEO Sarah Deccio – Distribution Mgr. Michelle Christensen – Acura Design Valerie Thompson – Motorcycle Racer Lisa Copeland – FCA Dealer Ashley, Courtney & Brittany Force – Drag Racing Champions Legends of Auto Gala - A Journey from Seattle to Monterey

Zach McCallum, Driver, with Bill McCallum trucking Legends of Auto Gala Zach McCallum, plays the piano at San Jose Airport before flying back items to Monterey, CA (photo Auto News) to Seattle after trip (photo Auto News)

Zach McCallum, Driver, with Bill McCallum trucking Legends of Auto Gala Chris Chung with Lexus at Weather/Tech Laguna Seca Race Track entrance items to Monterey, CA (photo Auto News) (photo Auto News) 18 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com September / SEMA 2018 Infiniti Prototype 10 - The Spirit of the Speedster for an Electrified Era by Michelle Hale continued from page 4 2018 Pebble Beach Concours mance, and range confidence. d’Elegance, the concept repre- Following the ground-breaking sents a physical manifestation Prototype 9 concept first revealed of INFINITI’s creative and at the 2017 Pebble Beach ambitious plans for electrified Concours d’Elegance, INFINITI performance. has ‘looked back to go forward’ As a brand with technological with the Prototype 10. A future innovation at its core, electrifi- vision realized by INFINITI cation is a natural next step for designers, Prototype 10 evokes the INFINITI. From 2021, every spirit of early Californian speed- new INFINITI model will feature sters, and is informed by some electric drivetrain technology of the most iconic car designs of to enhance performance. The all time. Prototype 10 provides a window This is the first project to come into INFINITI’s desire to deliver to fruition under the direction of driving pleasure, thrilling perfor- Karim Habib, INFINITI’s new Executive Design Director, and it hints at how the brand’s design teams will evolve the appearance of its production cars. A project spanning the globe, the Prototype 10’s creation has been overseen by INFINITI’s Japan design center, designed digitally in the UK, and crafted by hand in San Diego, California. The new concept is resolutely forward-looking in terms of its aesthetics and is a natural evolu- tion of the form language first seen in the INFINITI Q Inspiration and Prototype 9. The monoposto (single-seat) cockpit is consistent with INFINITI’s driver-focused approach, and is indicative of the new opportunities created for INFINITI by adopting electrified powertrains and flexible vehicle platforms. “We all feel a certain degree of passion when talking about roadsters and speedsters. We are equally passionate about the potential that electrification holds for the future of our cars – a daring speedster is the perfect study for our designers to explore an electrified future and ignite such excitement.” Roland Krueger, President, INFINITI “The INFINITI Prototype 10 echoes the layout and design of early speedsters. This period saw the creation of some of the most evocative car designs of all time, where power was celebrated through high-powered single-seat competition cars. Our new concept speaks of an electrified future, something which is reflected in its form and details. It is appropriate that we found inspiration in an optimistic bygone era in which cars were characterized by the simple love of driving.” Karim Habib, Executive Design Director, INFINITI. The new concept follows two other design studies revealed by INFINITI in the last 12 months: the Prototype 9 – first revealed in 2017 – and the INFINITI Q Inspiration Concept, unveiled at the 2018 North American Inter- national Auto Show in Detroit. Where Prototype 9 – a sleek, open-wheeled, electric retro- roadster – imagined an alternative history for INFINITI, the Proto- type 10 is resolutely focused on what the future holds for the brand. Utterly daring in its bold execu- tion, the new concept is inspired by the spirit of early speedsters, its form and function evoking driving pleasure and thrilling performance. September / SEMA 2018 Visit: www.AutoNewsOnline.com 19 OEM & AFTERMARKET PARTS FCA U.S. Marks Opening of New Mopar Parts Distribution Center • 400,000-plus square-foot Parts and Service (Mopar), FCA A framed Congressional Record The facility will be LEED 9.2 million+ Pieces shipped Mopar Parts Distribution Center – Global; Norwood Jewell, UAW statement issued by Congress- (Leadership in Energy and annually (PDC) in Winchester, Virginia, Vice President and Director of woman Comstock was presented Environmental Design) certi- 12.2 million FCA US invest- represents FCA US investment of the Chrysler Department; Mark in honor of the official opening fied. LEED, administered by the ment (in dollars) $12.2 million Bosanac, Director – NAFTA of the PDC. A special Mopar United States Green Building Mopar-First Features • Winchester PDC employs Supply Chain Management and logo, featuring a commemorative Council, is a comprehensive During the brand’s 80 years, more than 70 workers over two Global Parts Supply Chain Man- plaque and signed by all event system to define, measure and Mopar has introduced numerous shifts and serves over 200 FCA agement and Operations; Kevin attendees, was also presented validate green buildings. industry-first features including: US dealers Farrish, President, Farrish Chrys- to Winchester PDC employees Certification in the national • Vehicle-information apps: • PDC to ship an estimated 9.2 ler Dodge Jeep® Ram; Urooj and management during the cer- recognition program is based on first to introduce smartphone million pieces annually Mughal, representative for U.S. emony. strict standards in five key areas: vehicle-information applications, • Facility is first of two new Senator Tim Kaine; Dave Steg- The new facility will handle site planning, water management, a new channel of communication Mopar PDCs scheduled to open maier, Director of Community more than 50,000 total part num- energy, material use and indoor with consumers in 2017 in U.S. Outreach for U.S. Representative bers distributed to over 200 FCA environmental quality. As part • wiADVISOR: first to incor- • Pietro Gorlier, Head of Parts Barbara Comstock; and Hayes US dealerships, located primarily of the LEED initiative, the PDC porate a tablet-based service lane and Service (Mopar), FCA – Framme, Virginia Deputy Secre- in the Mid-Atlantic region. It will design incorporates more than 80 tool Global; Norwood Jewell, UAW tary of Commerce and Trade. ship approximately 9.2 million skylights, filtering in natural light • Electronic Vehicle Tracking Vice President and Director of “We are celebrating our 80th pieces annually. to the workplace. System (EVTS): first to market the Chrysler Department; federal anniversary in 2017, and through- FCA US invested $12.2 million In addition to the Winchester with a new interactive vehicle and state government officials out the years customer satisfac- in equipment for the Winchester PDC, FCA US has also announced tracking device that sends owner and dealer representatives in tion has been and continues to facility. In addition to the more a $10.4 million investment in a text when vehicle is driven too attendance to mark opening be the Mopar brand’s No. 1 pri- than 70 jobs created, FCA US is a new Mopar PDC located in fast or too far based on pre-set • Mopar continues to expand ority,” said Pietro Gorlier, Head also utilizing local resources for Romulus, Michigan. That facility parameters role as FCA US service, parts and of Parts and Service (Mopar), assistance in areas such as jani- will encompass 500,000 square • Wi-Fi: first to offer customers customer-care brand during 80th FCA - Global. “This new Parts torial services, facilities manage- feet and more than 100 workers. the ability to make their vehicle a anniversary celebration Distribution Center builds upon ment and exterior building main- Construction is currently in prog- wireless hot spot FCA US celebrated the official our mission, allowing us to more tenance. ress on the Metro Detroit facility, • Electronic owner manuals: opening today of a new Mopar quickly and efficiently serve our The Winchester operation with a projected opening in 2017 first to introduce traditional owner Parts Distribution Center (PDC) dealers and customers, delivering expands the brand’s current dis- fourth quarter. manuals on a smartphone app. in Winchester, Virginia. The the parts they need, when they tribution network to 22 facilities Winchester PDC: Key Figures 400,000-plus square-foot facility need them. This is our 22nd PDC in North America, with more than 2 Shifts represents a $12.2 million invest- in North America and we’ll con- 50 PDCs (including joint ven- 10 Inbound tractor-trailers ment by FCA US and more than tinue to expand our distribution tures) in operation worldwide. daily 70 jobs over two shifts. It is also network as the parts and acces- The Winchester PDC was 24 Outbound tractor-trailers the first of two new Mopar PDCs sories business keeps growing.” launched under FCA World daily scheduled to open in the U.S. this “Today’s opening adds more Class Logistics methodology, 27 Acres (facility footprint) year. than 70 jobs to the Virginia which establishes a synchro- 70+ Employees FCA US and UAW leadership economy and makes the Mopar nized supply chain that progres- 83 Skylights were joined by federal and state brand’s delivery of parts to sively eliminates waste through 200+ Dealers served government dignitaries and deal- dealers and consumers more effi- the contribution of all employees 50,000+ Part numbers handled ership representatives in mark- cient. FCA continues to grow, and the rigorous use of methods 400,000 Square-feet (PDC ing the Winchester PDC grand which is a constant reminder and standards that promote an size) opening. Ceremony attendees that the auto loans were a great approach of continuous improve- 2.6 million+ Order lines included Pietro Gorlier, Head of investment,” said Jewell. ment. shipped annually Line-X to Enable Extreme Impact and Weather Resistance for Curry Supply Commercial Vehicle Line-Up LINE-X – a global leader in ver- include several different types of is now applying LINE-X protec- extend the life of the vehicles • Mechanics trucks satile protective coatings support- on and off-road work trucks used tive coatings to numerous differ- and enable enhanced customiza- • On and off-road fuel and lube ing over 650 partners worldwide in a variety of different construc- ent exterior components to pro- tion options with color-matching trucks – announced a new industrial part- tion, maintenance and service vide a nearly impenetrable barrier capabilities and other style pref- • Crash attenuator trucks nership with Curry Supply, lead- trades. against scratches, abrasions, harsh erences. Overall, Curry Supply • Vacuum trucks ing manufacturer of high-quality • With a legacy more than 85 chemicals and the elements. products will now continue to look • Winch trucks commercial service vehicles that years in the making, Curry Supply • LINE-X coatings will help great after years of extreme condi- • Dump trucks tions and hard work in the field. In • Lube skids addition to using LINE-X on their “When I was introduced to the new vehicles, Curry Supply has LINE-X product, the opportu- also incorporated LINE-X protec- nity to make our vehicles more tive coatings into their commer- resilient to tough conditions and cial vehicle reconditioning and elements, immediately came to restoration service. mind,” said Jason Ritchey, presi- “Curry Supply manufactures dent and owner of Curry Supply. some of the very best construc- “We are thrilled with what tion and service vehicles available LINE-X coatings do to make our anywhere – and we believe that products even more compelling the addition of extreme protec- – including extended vehicle life tion from the elements and harsh and the ability for us to customize conditions – makes them an even colors and surfaces. Even more, more formidable force in the con- the continued support, training struction, maintenance and service and customer service that LINE-X industries,” said Dennis Weese, has provided us has been second- president of LINE-X. “Add in truly to-none.” unique style and customization As a leading manufacturer of the options – including color-matching industry’s most resilient protective capabilities through a ‘hot pro- coatings, LINE-X offers its indus- cess’ – and Curry vehicles can now trial and manufacturing customers even better serve clients’ needs an extremely wide variety of dif- and preferences, while keeping ferent polyurethanes, and poly- each vehicle looking and perform- ureas to ensure the perfect coating ing like new for years to come. is used for each individual indus- We’re excited that LINE-X can trial application. 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To learn more, visit a software development partner- confident that this partnership Device Creation, a highly popular http://qt.io. Cup Challenge ship with Toradex, the preferred creates an excellent opportunity choice for embedded devices, is About Toradex continued from page 15 computing solution provider to bring the collective benefits further simplified thanks to the Toradex is a Swiss-based This will be Luna Rossa’s fifth focusing on low to medium of Qt and Toradex to a global new collaboration. company with offices around tilt at the Trophy and in this edition volume projects in the embedded market,” said Patrick Yi, Head Further information: the world, offering Arm®-based it will be the Challenger of Record, industry. of Global Channel Sales, The Qt https://www.qt.io/qt-and-toradex System on Modules (SoMs) that is, the first challenger of the last With today’s technology envi- Company. Further information for media: and customizable Single Board edition’s winning team, Emirates ronment, companies looking into “Qt has been a preferred cross- The Qt Company, Virpi Raski, Computers (SBCs). Powered by Team New Zealand. developing embedded devices platform software framework with +358 45 106 5363, firstname. NXP® and NVIDIA® SoCs, the Patrizio Bertelli, Chairman of are concerned with keeping costs development tools for embedded [email protected] pin-compatible SoMs are ideal Luna Rossa Challenge, said “Pirelli at a minimum while getting their customers. In fact, Toradex has Toradex, Lakshmi Naidu, first- for demanding edge computing is the ideal partner for this new product to market quickly and been providing our industrial [email protected] applications. Toradex SoMs America’s Cup challenge. With providing their end user with the SoMs with Qt’s development plat- About The Qt Company offer scalability in terms of price, over half a century’s experience best experience. Through this form for many years, and thanks to Qt Group (Nasdaq Helsinki: performance, power consumption at the highest levels of high partnership, The Qt Company that we have been sharing several QTCOM) is a global software and I/Os. Complemented with technology world sports, it will and Toradex have committed to key customers together. We are company with a strong presence in direct online sales and long-term be an important asset at the heart providing their customers with excited to announce an even closer more than 70 industries and is the product availability, Toradex of our project. In this sense it is the best experience and support, partnership which will allow our leading independent technology offers direct premium support and correct to speak of a real and true when choosing the software and customers to develop and deploy behind millions of devices and ex-stock availability with local collaboration between the Team hardware to use with their next Qt applications easier than ever applications. Qt is used by major warehouses. Toradex SoMs come and Pirelli.” project. before,” said Samuel Imgrueth, global companies and developers with a free production-quality “Pirelli – said Marco Tronchetti “The expanded partnership Vice President, Global Sales, worldwide, and the technology Linux BSP based on the Yocto Provera, Executive Vice Presi- with Toradex will help our Toradex. enables its customers to deliver Project. For more information, dent and CEO of Pirelli – chose customers focus on accelerating The integration of Boot2Qt with exceptional user experiences and please visit https://www.toradex. to be a part of this project because software development with the Toradex Easy Installer provides advance their digital transforma- com/ it represents both a sporting and Qt commercial framework and an unmatched experience to get tion initiatives. The company’s technological challenge, able to bring Italy and the Pirelli brand to the attention of the entire world. The America’s Cup, as Formula 1 is to motorsport, is the most THE NEXT 2018 VOLT prestigious sailing competition, with a great history and tradi- tion. It embodies values and is AND ALL-NEW BOLT for a public of impassioned fans that perfectly match Pirelli’s, enabling the company to continue enriching its brand, reinforcing its positioning in high technology with clients around the world and its relationship with consumers through traditional channels and all the new digital platforms.” Mecum Monterey Collector Car Sale reaches $47 Million continued from page 27 2003 Ferrari Enzo (Lot S48.1) at $2,860,000 1989 Porsche 962 (Lot S126) at $2,200,000 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S (Lot F114) at $1,155,000 1929 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Sedan (Lot S116.1) at $1,155,000 2012 Dallara DW12 Honda Indy Car (Lot S90) at $1,127,500 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster (Lot F116) at $1,072,500 THE BEST IN CLASS COLORADO 2017 Ferrari F12tdf (Lot S125) at $1,045,000 1936 Auburn 852 SC Boattail Speedster (Lot S89) at $1,017,500 For access to complete auction results, sign up for the free InfoNet service offered at Mecum.com. 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Dodge Selects Nexen Tire as Tire Supplier for the launch Pirelli Joins Pirelli of the New 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scan pack “1320” United Nations All-New Nexen N’FERA SUR4G motorsports heritage of design- Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320 P Zero and Drag Spec Tire Co-Developed with ing tires that perform incredibly is the fastest naturally aspirated, Road Safety Dodge//SRT to Deliver Unrivaled well on the track, but also can be street-legal muscle car available. Drag Strip Performance daily street tires. To be selected The Nexen N’FERA SUR4G Trust Fund McClaren Although the name Nexen Tire by one of America’s favorite Drag Spec will come in only one Pirelli is the first tire company to might not roll off your tongue like muscle car brands was humbling size (275/40R20 102W) and it join and obtains seat on Advisory a handful of other tire brands, auto- for Nexen Tire as we strive to will be a street-legal drag radial Board Senna: A makers and enthusiasts alike are build the highest in quality tires, tire. The tread pattern is a non- With Cyber Car, Pirelli brings looking to this “next generation” but to still make them affordable directional pattern that allows intelligent tires into the safety mix tire manufacturer as America’s for the average consumer,” said unrestricted tire rotation to extend Pirelli has become the first tire Fastest Growing Performance Kyle Roberts, Marketing Director, the life of the tire at the drag strip. company to join the United Nations Shared Tire Brand. Nexen Tire USA. “Dodge and SRT The proprietary tread compound Road Safety Trust Fund, pledging Recently, Dodge selected continue to be an industry leader is exclusive to Dodge and the a contribution of $600,000 (2018- Nexen Tire for the debut and in building out performance cars Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320. 2019) to help the fund in its efforts to Journey launch of the new 2019 Dodge that buck the system. When other The tire has been tested around make a significant impact in global Challenger R/T Scat Pack 1320, automakers are moving away from the country on multiple tracks to road safety. At the same time, the designed to deliver pavement- motorsports, Dodge jumps in with ensure maximum performance company’s Chief Sustainability and From pounding fun on the drags multiple cars that are race inspired. regardless of surface. Risk Governance Officer, Filippo trip. The tire, called the Nexen The Challenger R/T Scat Pack For more information, contact Bettini, was nominated to have a N-FERA SUR4G Drag Spec was 1320 is one of them.” [email protected]. seat on the fund’s Advisory Board. Track To designed together with Dodge and Named for the quarter-mile dis- About Nexen Tire America Inc. As a leading tire maker, Pirelli’s their high-performance team of tance (1,320 feet), the Challenger Inspired by Nexen’s global foremost concern is to increase engineers at SRT to create a street R/T Scat Pack 1320 is powered by family of drivers to engineer driving safety, principally through Road legal drag tire that can perform on the 392 HEMI® V-8 that delivers superior performing tires – from the application of innovative tech- Pirelli and McLaren have tracks with either minimal track 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of championship-winning Formula nologies. Contributing to the fund, started a new chapter in their preparation or full track prepara- torque and is mated to the quick- DRIFT drivers, rock-climbing and thus to the United Nations long-standing technical part- tion. This allows the driver to shifting TorqueFlite eight-speed off-road enthusiasts to everyday Sustainable Development Goal of nership, which will be one of focus on one thing and one thing automatic transmission with commuters – Nexen Tire utilizes halving the number of worldwide the most challenging in history. only – winning the race. class-exclusive TransBrake. With proprietary technology and the road accident deaths by 2020, is a Namely, Pirelli has developed “We are an incredibly passion- a quarter-mile elapsed time of 11.7 highest quality standards in the natural and complementary exten- tires to guarantee the very highest ate group of racing enthusiasts seconds at 115 miles per hour, industry to guarantee world-class sion of the company’s own mission. performance levels on and off here at Nexen Tire with a strong the showroom-stock 2019 Dodge products backed by unrivaled “I welcome this important pledge track for the new McLaren customer support for the life of from Pirelli to the United Nations Senna, a special car with unique each tire. As a worldwide leader Road Safety Trust Fund. With characteristics. in high-performance, passenger, momentum building, I call on the The new tires that will equip SUV / light truck and winter support of other donors so that we the British hypercar are extreme offerings, the company is second- may scale up the resources urgently versions of both the Pirelli P Zero to-none in research, development required for action to address the Trofeo and P Zero tires. The P and state-of-the-art manufacturing. critical road safety situation”, stated Zero Trofeo tire developed for And as part of a select group of the UN Secretary-General’s Special the Senna, while conceived as a tire manufacturers worldwide that Envoy for Road Safety, Jean Todt. track tire, can also be used for the are specified as standard fitment “The Road Safety fund pro- road. In the same way, the P Zero on original equipment vehicles, moted by the United Nations is an tire – by nature more of a road Nexen delivers premium products important initiative which Pirelli is tire – is additionally suitable for at a sensible price. Find out more pleased to support and which we use on the track. about how Nexen has your back quickly joined when the opportu- To come up with the best quality at nexentireusa.com – and join nity of participating was proposed product, Pirelli’s engineers relied us on Facebook, Instagram and by the UN Secretary-General’s on an extensive shared history Twitter. #WeGotYou #NexenTire Special Envoy for Road Safety, Dodge partners with Nexen Tire with McLaren – especially its #NexenRacing Jean Todt. tire development for the P1 – and most importantly, lessons learned from motorsport. The McLaren Senna is an explicit sports car, reminiscent of a GT3 machine for the road. 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Mecum Monterey 2018 Daytime Auction Reaches $47 Million in Overall Sales 10th Anniversary Auction lion. Another Duesenberg to land Achieves 38-Percent Growth in among top sales was the 1929 Sales Over 2017 Model J Convertible Sedan (Lot Mecum Auctions outdid itself S116.1) of the headlining Academy again with a 38-percent increase of Art University Collection. The in total sales at its 10th annual car brought a $1.155 million sale, Daytime Auction held in Mon- taking the prestigious school’s terey, California. With quality, entire seven-car offering to $2.82 rarity and diversity punctuating million overall as all vehicles in the vast Mecum lineup, the 2018 the group hammered sold. auction hurdled past last year’s Unique sales that drew sub- totals as overall sales reached stantial attention from the public an impressive $47 million and included the $1.127 million sale of marked the anniversary event as the the Indy 500-winning 2012 Dal- highest-grossing Monterey auction lara DW12 Honda Indy Car (Lot in Mecum’s 10 years on the penin- S90). The car was offered with an sula. In all, 394 exceptional autos unusual engine lease agreement changed hands in just three days, that will allow the new owner to Aug. 23-25, and even individual take possession of the car’s race- 1933 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Coupe (Lot S93) at $3,850,000 sales prices reflected the strength winning power plant—something of the auction’s stellar lineup. that is virtually unheard of in the Including everything from world of factory-sponsored racing. prewar luxury motorcars to racing The 1987 Porsche 959 Komfort legends and modern hypercars, (Lot F109.1) offered on Friday top sales at the Daytime Auction was another vehicle that became fittingly represent the astonishing an attraction unto itself, and its cross-section of multimillion- sale at $467,500 demonstrated dollar investment-grade autos that its unbridled potential was offered throughout the three-day unquestionably evident. The 1985 event. The auction’s top seller Modena GT Spyder California (Lot was an absolutely stunning 1933 S189) featured in “Ferris Bueller’s Duesenberg Model J Convertible Day Off” demanded serious atten- Coupe Disappearing Top Road- tion as well, and heated bidding ster (Lot S93) that sold for $3.85 brought its final selling price to million, while the second top slot $407,000. was claimed by a 307-mile 2014 The complete top 10 collector- hybrid-drive Ferrari LaFerrari car sales at the Mecum Monterey (Lot S111) that brought $3.19 2018 auction include: million. The auction’s diverse 1933 Duesenberg Model J Con- lineup was further highlighted by vertible Coupe Disappearing Top the sales of a 2003 Ferrari Enzo Roadster (Lot S93) at $3,850,000 (Lot S48.1) that brought $2.86 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari (Lot million and a 1989 Porsche 962 S111) at $3,190,000 (Lot S126) that sold for $2.2 mil- continued on page 20 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari (Lot S111) at $3,190,000

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