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Tesla Electric Roadster – Powered by Copper GONE but NOT
Tesla Electric Roadster – Powered by Copper Electric-powered cars have long been a dream for sci-fi writers, energy producers and automotive enthusiasts. In concept, this goal seems easily attainable, but for years inventors, entrepreneurs, and manufacturers alike have tried and ultimately failed to design a reliable and economically attractive electric vehicle. While the recent introduction of gas-electric hybrids has brought the vision closer to reality, the all-electric automobile has steadfastly remained a distant point on our automotive horizon. This may be about to change. In July, Tesla Motors, a three-year old startup company based in San Carlos, California, introduced a prototype of its first all-electric automobile, the Tesla Roadster. A true sports car, the Roadster is hand-built, sleekly designed, fast and nimble. It boasts a range of 250 miles with a top speed of 130 mph. The company plans an initial production run of 100 vehicles at a cost of $100,000 per car, with the first automobile slated for delivery in the summer of 2007. Tesla Motors is the first of a number of enterprising companies who are bringing electric automobiles to the marketplace. The Tesla Roadster is also the first commercially available automobile to incorporate an electric motor powered by a copper motor rotor. This innovative advancement in metallurgical technology increases efficiency, resulting in greater overall power and longer operating distances between charges. GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Tesla Motors takes its name from Nikola Tesla, a brilliant pioneer in electrical research. Tesla was fascinated by the potential of electric automobiles, and in 1930 he tested his theories with a car that achieved a top speed of 90 miles an hour. -
2021 Thunder Roadster Rules
Thunder Roadster Official 2021 National Rules (Rules subject to change) May 18, 2021, Version 2.2c © 2019–2021 (Note: Latest revisions are in blue font, and all previous revisions are in green) 1. Introduction The Thunder Roadster Series was created to meet the needs of competitors seeking a low-cost platform utilizing the purpose-built Thunder Roadster chassis and specified parts designed and manufactured by U.S. Legend Cars International. The series focus is on fun, safe, and affordable racing while encouraging driver development, close competition, and comradery between its competitors. 2. Intent The intent of the rules is to establish a clear precedent for discouraging creative interpretation and instead encouraging a ‘showcase’ of driving skill. The series rules seek to eliminate frivolous spending by utilizing specified parts from U.S. Legend Cars International including chassis, body, suspension, brake and engine parts available through authorized dealers or aftermarket suppliers. Other than the modifications specifically allowed in these rules, every part of the car must remain as it came from the factory. The Thunder Roadster is intended to be raced in its preferred class, Thunder Roadster (TR) and may also compete in the appropriate Super Touring (ST) and Time Trial (TT) classes. 3. Sanctioning Body The National Auto Sport Association (NASA) sanctions the Thunder Roadster Series competitions. All decisions made by the series administration are final, except under certain Thunder Roadster Rules 2021 2.2 1 conditions, as specified by the NASA CCR. It is also mandatory that all Thunder Roadster Series competitors have both a current copy of the CCR and the Thunder Roadster Series rules with them during all race events. -
Auburn Fall Lot Price Sold 1005 1998 Jaguar XK8 Convertible (IDENTIFICATION NO
Auction Results Auburn Fall Lot Price Sold 1005 1998 Jaguar XK8 Convertible (IDENTIFICATION NO. SAJGX2246WC029954) $6,600.00 Sold 1007 2003 BMW Z4 (IDENTIFICATION NO. 4USBT53473LU03367) $4,125.00 Sold 1009 1912 Ford Model T Touring (IDENTIFICATION NO. 124640) $4,675.00 Sold 1010 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air (IDENTIFICATION NO. C54L038869) $20,000.00 1011 1977 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (IDENTIFICATION NO. 1Z37L7S425820) $7,700.00 Sold 1012 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL (IDENTIFICATION NO. 10704412040399) $10,450.00 Sold 1014 1977 Buick Century (IDENTIFICATION NO. 4H57C7H216994) $8,000.00 1015 1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz (IDENTIFICATION NO. 6L47S8Q133496) $10,000.00 1016 1927 Dodge Brothers Sedan (IDENTIFICATION NO. A662817) $6,600.00 Sold 1018 1996 Pontiac Formula Firebird (IDENTIFICATION NO. 2G2FV22P6T2226908) $7,425.00 Sold 1019 2016 Ford Shelby GT-H (IDENTIFICATION NO. 1FA698CFXG5328761) $65,000.00 1021 1974 Triumph TR6 (IDENTIFICATION NO. CF28834U) $8,750.00 1022 1965 Cadillac Coupe DeVille (IDENTIFICATION NO. J5170885) $12,500.00 1023 1977 MG MGB (IDENTIFICATION NO. GHN5UH410811) $13,750.00 Sold 1024 1947 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Station Wagon Custom (IDENTIFICATION NO. 2EKK61211) $42,500.00 1025 1954 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Custom (IDENTIFICATION NO. D54L052074) $25,000.00 1026 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (IDENTIFICATION NO. 2W87K9N165899) $16,500.00 Sold 1027 1967 Toyota Corona Sedan (IDENTIFICATION NO. RT4320903) $18,150.00 Sold 1028 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 E (IDENTIFICATION NO. WDBEA30D0GA239638) $4,675.00 Sold 1029 1967 Ford Bronco (IDENTIFICATION NO. U15FLB17258) $9,900.00 Sold 1030 1975 Pontiac Le Mans Sport (IDENTIFICATION NO. 2F37E5A147760) $7,000.00 Sold 1031 1950 Pontiac Silver Streak (IDENTIFICATION NO. -
1964 Mercury Parklane Nick Nichols Engine Oil Mythology Bob Olree
Volume 3 No. 9 The Official Monthly Publication of the Ford & Mercury Restorer’s Club of America September 2007 Feature Vehicle: Engine Oil Mythology 1964 Mercury Parklane by Owned by Bob Olree* Nick Nichols yths are ill-founded beliefs held uncritically by interested Mgroups. Over the years there has been an overabundance of engine oil myths. One was that the only good oils were oils made from “Pure Pennsylvania Crude Oil.” This one got started before the Second World War when engine oil was crude oil with very minimal refining, and crude oil from Pennsylvania made better engine oil than Texas or California hen I just turned 21, my buddies were buying Chevelles crude. With modern “Wand GTO’s. I was always the different one – always rooting refining, almost any crude can be made into good engine oil. for the underdog!” remarked Nick Nichols. Indeed, when Mercury got into NASCAR racing, Nick was “inspired” and purchased a new The next myth was that “modern” detergent engine oils were bad 1964 Mercury Monterey Marauder 2 door HT from Stu Evans in for older engines. This one got started after the Second World War, Garden City. That car had a dark blue bottom and a light blue top, a when the government no longer needed all the detergent oil for bench seat, a 390 cubic inch engine with a 4 BBL carburetor, a four Continued on page 5. speed transmission, and positraction. Postcards from the Past “I was proud! I thought it was the neatest thing on the road and still do,” states Nick, who grew up in Dearborn. -
KENT CITY FORD Why We're Here
{ a ft '* ^ y* r •, . Wednesday, Dec. 14,1977 The North Kent leader, Sparta, Michigan New Skin Care Clinic In Sparta Cedar Seaman Completes Training Belmont Seaman Completes Training Navy Seaman Recruit general military subjects Russell L. Eadie Jr., son designed to prepare him Coast Guard Seaman Included in the studies of Mr. and Mrs. Russell for further academic and Apprentice Mark D. De were first aid, seaman- L. Eadie of 280 Ann St., on-the-job training in one Groot, son of Mr. and ship, Goast Gurad history -r- • Cedar Springs, Mich., has of the Navys 85 basic Mrs. David M. DeGroot of and regulations, close completed recruit train- occupational fields. In- 7945 Pine Island, Belmont order drill and damage ings the Naval Training cluded in his studies were Michigan, has completed control. Center, Great I^akes, 111. seamanship, close-order recruit training at the He joined the Coast During the eight-week drill, naval history and Coast Guard Training Guard in September 1977. training cycle, he studied first aid. Center, Cape May, N.J. A 1977 graduate of During the ten-week Cedar Springs High training cycle, trainees Senior School, he joined the i « • • • • • • • < >•••••• : studied Citizens Navy in March 1977. Fellowship Last Thursday was a nice winter day and 78 CHRISTMAS SPECIALS! men met as usual for a cup of coffee with 3 new recruits. We were glad to welcome Mr. Frank V. 1 977 Ford Fordor, Pillard Hardtop, vinyl roof, air condition- Dorine Bice Smith of Rockford, Mr. H. ing cruise control, am fm stereo, radial white tires, low mileage Wayne Simpson of Grand cherry pit oil. -
Tesla Roadster S
Tesla Roadster S WORDS DAMION SMY PHOTOS EASTON CHANG 44 4.11 The electric-powered supercar pipedream is now a production car reality on Aussie roads. So does Tesla's electric dream work in the real world? 12.104.11 45 45 M Tesla's power-to- weight matches a Porsche Carrera Plug in, baby! It's no joke – you really can plug the the mobile unit which plugs into a Tesla into any power point. However, standard Aussie socket (15A) and unplugging your fish tank and charging takes 15 hours (or an overnight). your Roadster is the slowest method. There are three types of charging, too: Tesla offers an optional wall-mounted Standard Mode charges to 80 percent; 63A system that will charge the car 'Range' delivers 100 percent, while from flat in three-and-a-half hours and 'Performance' charges the battery to costs around $3000 to install. 100 percent to give you access to 90 For half the cost of that, there's a percent of the pack – that is, access universal mobile system of up to 32A, to more cells. The filler light flashes which doubles charging time to seven orange before turning green to indicate hours. Then, the slowest method is that the battery pack is full. No gearbox so no 46 4.11 gearstick, while there's an array of telemetry to peruse idnight Thursday, Chinatown in Sydney. A group of teenagers are drooling over the red sportscar we’re seated in before one of them asks what the hell it is and how fast it can go. -
TR Body Styles-Category Codes
T & R BODY STYLES / CATEGORY CODES Revised 09/21/2018 Passenger Code Mobile Homes Code Ambulance AM Special SP Modular Building MB Convertible CV Station Wagon * SW includes SW Mobile Home MH body style for a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). Convertible 2 Dr 2DCV Station Wagon 2 Dr 2DSW Office Trailer OT Convertible 3 Dr 3DCV Station Wagon 3 Dr 3DSW Park Model Trailer PT Convertible 4 Dr 4DCV Station Wagon 4 Dr 4DSW Trailers Code Convertible 5 Dr 5DCV Station Wagon 5 Dr 5DSW Van Trailer VNTL Coupe CP Van 1/2 Ton 12VN Dump Trailer DPTL Dune Buggy DBUG Van 3/4 Ton 34VN Livestock Trailer LS Hardtop HT Trucks Code Logging Trailer LP Hardtop 2 Dr 2DHT Armored Truck AR Travel Trailer TV Hardtop 3 Dr 3DHT Auto Carrier AC Utility Trailer UT Hardtop 4 Dr 4DHT Beverage Rack BR Tank Trailer TNTL Hardtop 5 Dr 5DHT Bus BS Motorcycles Code Hatchback HB Cab & Chassis CB All Terrain Cycle ATC Hatchback 2 Dr 2DHB Concrete or Transit Mixer CM All Terrain Vehicle ATV Hatchback 3 Dr 3DHB Crane CR Golf Cart GC Hatchback 4 Dr 4DHB Drilling Truck DRTK MC with Unique Modifications MCSP Hatchback 5 Dr 5DHB Dump Truck DP Moped MP Hearse HR Fire Truck FT Motorcycle MC Jeep JP Flatbed or Platform FB Neighborhood Electric Vehicle NEV Liftback LB Garbage or Refuse GG Wheel Chair/ Motorcycle Vehicle WCMC Liftback 2 Dr 2DLB Glass Rack GR Liftback 3 Dr 3DLB Grain GN Liftback 4 Dr 4DLB Hopper HO Liftback 5 Dr 5DLB Lunch Wagon LW Limousine LM Open Seed Truck OS Motorized Home MHA Panel PN Motorized Home MHB Pickup 1 Ton 1TPU Motorized Home MHC Refrigerated Van RF Pickup PU -
The Ford Edsel
Lessons Discovered But Seldom Learned OR The Need for Systems Thinking Dave Hall Lessons Discovered Session 1 Outline of Session • Session I – What Are Lessons Discovered – Are We Using Lessons Discovered – Why Are We Not Using Lessons Discovered – The Story of the Vasa – Example Failures To Consider – Key Actions Required for Success Dave Hall Lessons Discovered Session 1 What Are Lessons Discovered There have been hundreds – thousands – hundreds of thousands - millions of Lessons Discovered over the past 100 years. Lessons Discovered on “Risks” of Human Errors, Program Management, Design, Technology, External Forces, etc. One major Lesson Discovered is that most people DO NOT USE SYSTEMS THINKING – SYSTEM ENGINEERING in their actions and that leads to failure Dave Hall Lessons Discovered Session 1 Are We Using Lessons Discovered – Thinking in System Terms?? BUT – Does anyone ever read these or learn from them? HOW many programs have benefited from these Lessons Discovered at such great costs? DO you know of any – or many???? AND how many programs do you know that did NOT benefit from Lessons Discovered on similar programs? AND why did they not benefit ???? Dave Hall Lessons Discovered Session 1 Why We Are Not Using Lessons Discovered – Thinking in System Terms When you identify a Lesson Discovered, you are calling into question the wisdom of earlier decisions made by yourself, others or your management. Most managers and organizations do not take kindly to “criticism”. How many people will admit to the details of a wrong decision? Even if an organization gets the development of Lessons Discovered mandated for their programs, excuses and creative explanations will emerge if a Lesson Discovered threatens some cherished program or mode of operation. -
The Tupelo Automobile Museum Auction Tupelo, Mississippi | April 26 & 27, 2019
The Tupelo Automobile Museum Auction Tupelo, Mississippi | April 26 & 27, 2019 The Tupelo Automobile Museum Auction Tupelo, Mississippi | Friday April 26 and Saturday April 27, 2019 10am BONHAMS INQUIRIES BIDS 580 Madison Avenue Rupert Banner +1 (212) 644 9001 New York, New York 10022 +1 (917) 340 9652 +1 (212) 644 9009 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] 7601 W. Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90046 Evan Ide From April 23 to 29, to reach us at +1 (917) 340 4657 the Tupelo Automobile Museum: 220 San Bruno Avenue [email protected] +1 (212) 461 6514 San Francisco, California 94103 +1 (212) 644 9009 John Neville +1 (917) 206 1625 bonhams.com/tupelo To bid via the internet please visit [email protected] bonhams.com/tupelo PREVIEW & AUCTION LOCATION Eric Minoff The Tupelo Automobile Museum +1 (917) 206-1630 Please see pages 4 to 5 and 223 to 225 for 1 Otis Boulevard [email protected] bidder information including Conditions Tupelo, Mississippi 38804 of Sale, after-sale collection and shipment. Automobilia PREVIEW Toby Wilson AUTOMATED RESULTS SERVICE Thursday April 25 9am - 5pm +44 (0) 8700 273 619 +1 (800) 223 2854 Friday April 26 [email protected] Automobilia 9am - 10am FRONT COVER Motorcars 9am - 6pm General Information Lot 450 Saturday April 27 Gregory Coe Motorcars 9am - 10am +1 (212) 461 6514 BACK COVER [email protected] Lot 465 AUCTION TIMES Friday April 26 Automobilia 10am Gordan Mandich +1 (323) 436 5412 Saturday April 27 Motorcars 10am [email protected] 25593 AUCTION NUMBER: Vehicle Documents Automobilia Lots 1 – 331 Stanley Tam Motorcars Lots 401 – 573 +1 (415) 503 3322 +1 (415) 391 4040 Fax ADMISSION TO PREVIEW AND AUCTION [email protected] Bonhams’ admission fees are listed in the Buyer information section of this catalog on pages 4 and 5. -
Owner's Manual for the Vehicle. with a Quick
Owner’s Manual for the vehicle. With a quick reference guide for your convenience. Z3 roadster 2.3 Z3 roadster 2.8 Z3 coupe 2.8 M roadster M coupe modell Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new car. It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maxi- mum use and satisfaction from the unique range of technical features on your BMW. The manual also contains information on care and maintenance designed to en- hance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following warranties: – New Vehicle Limited Warranty – Limited Warranty Rust Perforation – Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty – Federal Emissions Performance Warranty – California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Preface 4n Notes on the Owner's Manual Symbols used The individual vehicle We have made every effort to ensure On buying your BMW, you have de- that you are able to find what you need These sections contain vital infor- cided in favor of a model with individu- in this Owner's Manual as quickly as mation – please read the accom- alized equipment and features. -
WHEELS: the HORSELESS CARRIAGE – Part 1
PRESENTS WHEELS: THE HORSELESS CARRIAGE – Part 1 Researched and Compiled by William John Cummings BRIEF CHRONOLOGY OF THE EVOLUTION OF THE MODERN AUTOMOBILE – 1 A Frenchman named Etienne Lenoir In August, 1888, William Steinway, patented the first practical gas engine in owner of Steinway & Sons piano factory, Paris in 1860 and drove a car based on the talked to Gottlieb Daimler about U.S. design from Paris to Joinville in 1862. manufacturing right and by September had a deal. By 1891 the Daimler Motor In 1862, Alphonse Bear de Rochas Company, owned by Steinway, was figured out how to compress the gas in the producing petrol engines for tramway same cylinder in which it was to burn. cars, carriages, quadricycles, fire engines This process of bringing the gas into the and boats in a plant in Hartford, cylinder, compressing it, combusting the Connecticut. compressed mixture, then exhausting it is known as the Otto cycle, or four cycle engine. Siegfried Marcus, of Mecklenburg, Germany, built a car in 1868 and showed one at the Vienna Exhibition of 1873. In 1876, Nokolaus Otto patented the Otto cycle engine which de Rochas had neglected to do. Daimler-Phoenix Automobile – 1899-1902 BRIEF CHRONOLOGY OF THE EVOLUTION OF THE MODERN AUTOMOBILE – 2 In 1871, Dr. J.W. Carhart, professor of Thirteen Duryeas of the same design physics at Wisconsin State University, and were produced in 1896, making it the the J.I. Case Company built a working first production car. In 1898 the brothers steam car. It was practical enough to went their separate ways and the Duryea inspire the State of Wisconsin to offer a Motor Wagon Company was closed. -
Customer Incentives Dealer Incentives
SUBARUCustomer Incentives Incentives in this table are a summary of retail programs offered. Programs may vary by region and model. Cash Finance Cash Finance rebate rate rebate rate CHRYSLER GROUP JAGUAR Expires Oct. 3. In lieu of rebates, cut-rate Expires Oct. 3. financing is available. In addition to these 2006 models incentives, Chrysler’s Employee Pricing Plus S-Type, XJ series, XK series, X-Type – 4.9% discount applies on most 2005 vehicles. 2005 models 2006 models S-Type (excl. R), X-Type – 3.9% Chrysler Town & Country, XJ series (excl. XJR and Super V8), XK series – 4.9% Pacifica $2,000 – Sebring $1,000-$1,500 – LAND ROVER Expires Oct. 3. PT Cruiser $750-$1,500 – 2006 models Dodge Durango $2,500 – LR3 – 5.9% Caravan, Dakota, Grand Caravan, 2005 models LR3 – 3.9% Ram pickup 1500 $2,000 – Freelander SE – 4.9-5.9% Ram pickup 2500/3500 $1,000-$2,500 – VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA Stratus sedan $1,000 – Expires Oct. 3. Audi expires Nov. 30. Jeep Grand Cherokee $2,000 – 2006 models Commander, Audi A3 – 4.9% Volkswagen Golf, Liberty (excl. diesel) $1,500 – Phaeton, Touareg – 2.9-3.9% Liberty diesel, Wrangler $1,000 – Jetta – 2.9-4.9% 2005 models GTI, New Beetle, Passat – 3.9-4.9% Chrysler Pacifica, $2,000 1.9-3.9% 2005 models Town & Country $1,500 1.9-3.9% Audi A4 (excl. Cabriolet), S4 (Excl. Cabriolet – 3.9% PT Cruiser convertible $1,500 2.9-4.9% A6, A8 (excl. W12) – 1.9% Sebring $1,000-$2,000 2.9-4.9% TT – 4.9% Crossfire Limited $1,000 – Volkswagen GTI, Phaeton – 1.9-2.9% Dodge Durango $3,500 0-4.9% Jetta – 1.9-3.9% Passat, Touareg – 2.9-3.9% Ram pickup 1500 Golf, New Beetle – 2.9-4.9% (excl.