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I usually don’t write test drive When people ask “what is your Sally Hanson, Auto News feature Blending style with versatility, The Honda CRV is considered reviews as an editorial, but my road dream car?” most respond with writer for the past 30 years, the Mercedes-Benz GLC Class by most to be the best small trip from Los Angeles to Las Vegas something like a Ferrari, Lam- continues her visits to National ranks as the German automaker’s SUV’s on the market today. The and back in the 2020 Hyundai borghini, etc.. but for me, it has Parks in press vehicles to give top selling SUV model, which CRV has been a “best seller” for Elantra GT N Line M/T was so always been a Mark IV Toyota readers a view of new automo- consists of no less than eight dif- over a decade. The 190-hp 1.5 unique I couldn’t resist. Supra. Consequently, I was one of tive offerings as well as an ferent SUV versions including the Liter Turbo generates more than For starters I have been on the the eager fans awaiting the release insight to our beautiful National GLA, GLB, GLC Coupe, GLE, enough power when loaded with Hyundai “band-wagon” for a of the 5th Generation Supra. Parks. Sally is scholarship co- GLE Coupe, GLS and the ven- gear. The CRV offers 36 cubic feet number years, Why ? For start- And subsequently, I was one of chair of the Northwest Automo- erable G-Class SUV. The Coupe of cargo space with a suggested ers industry leading product the many disappointed “purist, tive Press Association. models are actually not coupes maximum load of 1,500 pounds design, industry leading mix of fanboys” that wrote it off after by Sally Hanson at all but are styled as such. The and delivers an overall mpg rating SUV’s, industry leading mix of hearing that it would be BMW Visiting Death Valley National GLC lineup consists of several of 28 miles. sedans, industry leading value and Z4 based with, wait for it… only Park at the end of winter — just variations - the 300, 300 4MATIC, I found the ride to be quiet economy in their product line up. an automatic transmission avail- before stay at home orders went 350e 4MATIC, AMG GLC 43 and and very comfortable. The CRV And now comes the N Line and N able. Nevertheless, when I had into effect due to the coronavirus AMG GLC 65. We’ll deal here is available in 5 trim lines the Brand of performance vehicles. the opportunity to test drive the pandemic — made the long- with the 2020 Mercedes-Benz EX, EX-L, HYBRID, LX and The N trims include more power- Supra, I jumped at it, and despite planned trip a bit eerie. Thank 300 4MATIC. Touring. Two engine options ful engines, dual clutch transmis- my “old soul” preferences for cars, goodness the Toyota Prius Prime OVERVIEW include a 1.5-liter 4 Turbo and a sions, larger brake rotors, and I’m here now, to tell Tetsuya Tada was along for the adventure. The GLC Class first appeared 212-hp 2.0-liter 4 hybrid. stiffer suspensions. First out of (Chief Engineer of the Supra) that Driving the Prius Prime in 2016 advancing progressively Android Auto and Apple the gate was the Veloster N. Then I was wrong. Limited from Los Angeles to through the 2020 model year. CarPlay are available and CRV the Elantra GT N Line with more Design and Engineering: the western park entrance at The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC models range from $20,050 to models on the way for 2021. Get The aesthetics are something Panamint Springs introduced 300 is a four-door, two-row five $34,750. If your looking for a this. The 2020 Elantra GT N Line I’ve loved about the new Supra me to the fantastic highway passenger SUV that has plenty small SUV, I suggest you test with a starting MSRP of $23,500, since it was a concept car. Its clean capabilities of the vehicle. The of room behind the second row drive the CRV at you local Honda 201 hp, 30 mpg on hiway, and all Ferrari-like lines give it a timeless plug-in hybrid is powered by a for personal gear or groceries. dealer. options are standard. look that should remain in style 1.8-liter. 4-cylinder E-CVT. The The fold flat second row is split A “hot-pocket-rocket’ with for many years to come. The lights electronic-continuously vari- 40/20/40 to provide a variety unbelievable acceleration. I’ll have a unique shape to them, and able transmission uses electric of cargo carrying possibilities. end by saying NO ONE PASSED the back-up light is centered like motors/generators to control ME ON HIGHWAY #15 In route a F1 car’s rain light. The rear- the speed of planetary gear set continued on page 6 to Las Vegas. fenders are molded from one piece components allowing the E-CVT to give this vehicle the beautiful to continuously change the gear curves it has; but will cost a pretty penny to repair if you ever have a continued on page 13 See All-New baseball hit them. Inside the car, Showcase Reviews everything is reminiscent of a BMW. The infotainment center, on page 14 continued on page 16

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2020 Volkswagen Your Pet 2021 Ford Buying A 1973 Dodge Jetta GLi and F-150 Test Car During Challenger Test Drive Covid-19 Drive Review Covid-19 Rallye 340

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Volkswagen created the GLi We know the Coronavirus Since 1948 the F-series pickup Hello everyone! I hope you are As youngsters, many of us have in 1984 to take advantage of the pandemic is a concerning topic for truck has been a constant in the all staying well and safe. I recently an experience with a vehicle that popularity of the Golf GTi hatch- people everywhere, including pet Ford lineup; and what started as read a few articles in the Wall causes that particular object to back by offering the same perfor- parents and car owners. Our furry a post-war, work-only vehicle has Street journal and online in regard become part of our subconscious, mance enhancements in a sedan. friends can offer us unconditional over the last 70 years morphed into to buying a car online. something that we can’t forget Now the sixth generation love, laughter and a welcome a do-everything-for-everybody The article, How to buy a car and something that we become pushes the performance along, distraction while we are staying phenomena - a vehicle that is now without having to leave your focused on attaining during our as its predecessors did, but add safe and practicing our social so important to Ford’s bottom line house during the coronavirus lifetime. Often this influence the benefits of modern safety distancing. When faced with the that they wouldn’t delay the new pandemic, published on April 7th comes in the form of a movie car. capabilities as well as creature challenges of job loss, health release – despite the pandemic of this year, by Kathleen Elkins For Mike Roth, that movie was comforts. concerns and social isolation, pet restrictions. The virtual on-line at CNBC, succinctly stated the Vanishing Point - starring a 1970 For 2020 the Jetta GLi comes owners are turning to their animal release (hosted by actor Dennis reasons why now is a great time Challenger. Says Roth “I saw the in two trim levels: S and Auto- friends for far more than basic Leary) was heavy on nostalgia, to buy a car online and how more original Vanishing Point movie as bahn. It also gets the next-gener- companionship. Many people are history and the iconic loyalty of and more dealerships are embrac- a teenager in the late 70’s and I ation Car-Net telematics system finding that their pets are helping F-150 buyers. But there was real ing this demographic of buyers, knew that I must eventually have and in-car Wi-Fi capability when to reduce anxiety and depression meat in the marketing sandwich those who are buying nearly a Challenger!” you subscribe to a data plan. and give them hope. too. Have a look. everything online. Roth searched locally in the Autobahn models add standard Once you are ready to hit the For 2021 the F-series is genera- Elkins began with “If you’re in pre-internet days, 1998 - he found wireless charging and an adap- highway for a long-awaited road tionally updated – the first major the market for a new car, it could the car listed in a local publication tive damping system for the sus- trip, here are a few tips on how update since the all-aluminum be a good time to buy” because for sale and decided it was worth pension. you can enjoy the open road with body intro in 2015, Here are the some automakers are offering 0% a look. The Dodge was rough but The difference in the driving your family and your pets. It’s highlights on the new truck: financing for up to seven years, complete. Trashed interior, a his- experience between the base Jetta especially important this year • A fully hybrid engine based on in addition to deferred payments tory of local racing based on the and the GLi is well worth the pre- to carefully plan your road trip, the 3.5L EcoBoost – now called the to help increase sales during long faded hand lettered drivers mium to the price. The base Jetta as availability of service might PowerBoost. Numbers have not the coronavirus pandemic. Karl name (“Quick”) on the door, and feels flaccid, with little power be limited, and fewer outside been released but Ford is already Brauer, publisher for Autotrader the normal rust that collectors and rather imprecise road feel, contacts are desirable. claiming that they will have the and Kelley Blue Book was quoted find in these cars - the aftermarket which limits the car’s cornering No matter whether you decide most torque and horsepower of any as saying “Many of the deals right sunroof being the primary culprit. comfort. to use your own vehicle to do the half-ton along with at least 12,000 now are “unprecedented,” says None of that dissuaded Roth. The GLi upgrades this mostly road tripping or rent a car from lb of towing capacity. Further they Karl Brauer, executive publisher This car was not being pressed by equipping it with the same an accredited rental car company, claim this engine will have a range for Autotrader and Kelley Blue into daily driver routine, it was continued on page 6 continued on page 25 continued on page 6 continued on page 7 continued on page 4

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1973 Fountain Valley Dodge Hydrogen Station Opens Challenger The Fountain Valley hydrogen station is open for business! The Michelle Hale Harold Allen Gary Murphy Fountain Valley True Zero station, Asia correspondent Texas feature writer LA feature writer Rallye located in Orange County, was developed by FirstElement Fuel. It will be open 24 hours a day and is Automakers 2020 Chevrolet Are We 340 located at 18480 Brookhurst Street, Give Back Silverado 2500 Headed On by Mark Smith Fountain Valley, CA 92708. The Fountain Valley hydrogen During Covid-19 Test Drive The Right Road? continued from page 3 station capacity is 1200 kilograms President Trump’s refusal to This heavy-duty truck was I was fortunate enough to live destined for greater things and and has four fueling positions with wear a mask while touring a Ford completely redone for 2020 with my teenage years in Southern despite the clear years of use and a total of five nozzles (four H70 facility in late May, and earlier greater capacities and a new look. California during the 1950’s. At abuse the car was numbers match- nozzles and one H35 nozzle). It is berating Mary Bara on GM’s It is longer, wider, and taller than 16 years of age, your car was a ing. That said it was street driven the first hydrogen station in Cali- plans to produce ventilators the previous 2019 version. rite of passage and a key to per- and road tripped extensively for continued on page 5 continued on page 8 continued on page 9 continued on page 14 5 years until it underwent a com- plete restoration. For the non-Mopar readers out there - numbers matching is a big deal and especially with Chrysler family of products. Ma Mopar stamps her V8 engines on the pad at the lower passenger side of the block above the oil pan - 1969 and newer automatic transmissions are stamped on a raised pad on the passenger side front of the case. As of mid year 1969 and later engines only the last 8 digits of the V.I.N. were stamped on the engine and trans- mission. There are also several other places that have the vehicle’s vin stamp: E bodies (Challenger and Barracuda/Cudas) will have it stamped on the driver’s side cowl near the vent cover, 1969 and newer vehicles will have the V.I.N. stamped on the driver’s side upper portion of the radiator core support and the door vin decal on the driver side door (opposite the tire inflation decal). Today we see the results of all the toil and heartache that goes into the restoration of a dream car. This “Top Banana” yellow Dodge was equipped with a numbers matching 340 cubic inch engine, the original strobe stripes, stock suspension, Ther- moquad carburetor, brakes and a fully restored stock interior. The car is 90% stock as it came from the factory all those years ago, Roth switched the car over to a manual TKO 5 speed during the restoration from the original 727 TorqueFlite, and added bluetooth to the stereo - all in the interest of making this Challenger a road tripping machine. When asked about the process of restoring a classic car, Roth offers this advice: “Get as many recommendations for a shop as possible and go and see the shop’s finished work. Even with solid recommendation your vehicle can fall into a limbo state as did my Challenger, for almost 4 years with minimal work and over $2,000 in missing parts. Then an additional 2 years at another shop before the body work was The All new 2020 Sprinter completed. I was lucky, I did all Starting at the mechanical, I left the body work for the pros. It was just shy * of 7 years from start to finish.” $ All this is water under the 34,495 bridge all these enjoyable years later and with time the price of a restoration stings a little less as Mercedes-Benz of Lynnwood well, especially if you amortize the cost of the years of owner- 17800 Highway 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037 ship - in this Dodge Challenger’s www.MBLynnwood.com case 22 years! It is worth it to save these fantastic vehicles, but 425-673-0505 get out there and put some miles under them and ignite that dream * Excludes all options, taxes, title, registration, transportation charge and dealer prep fee. Options shown. Not all options are available in the U.S. For a full offering and pricing car desire in another generation. information, visit your local Mercedes-Benz Vans dealership. August / September 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 5

Environmental Issues 2020 Genesis Fountain Morgan Lucas, Son of Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, G-90 Luxury Valley Appointed President of Sedan is Hydrogen Lucas Oil Products, Inc. Through his Hard Work and “Top-of-the-Line” Dedication, Morgan has Earned The 2020 Genesis G90 Luxury Station Many Titles Throughout his Sedan has been redesigned with Racing and Professional Career new interior and exterior features. Opens Lucas Oil Products, the Califor- PO Box 3327 With a MSRP of $75,700, as tested, continued from page 4 nia-based and manufac- Bellevue, WA 98009 some refer to the G90 as the “Gen- turer of motor oils and additives, Established 1988 esis Limo.” The G90 rounds-out fornia serving passenger cars to announced today that Morgan Distributed Monthly the Genesis lineup with the G70 have four fueling positions and the Lucas, Senior Vice President of Serving the U.S. Sport Sedan, and the G80 Standard largest capacity to date. The next- Lucas Oil Products and son of Sedan. There are more models largest station for passenger cars is Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, will ©Copyrighted & URLs owned to come in the Genesis lineup as the True Zero station in Oakland, take over as the newly appointed Morgan Lucas the automaker tries to compete with more than 800 kilograms. It President of Lucas Oil. “Not Connected with Automotive in the over-crowded luxury seg- opened in late 2019. Morgan’s career started with his father, CEO Forrest Lucas. “I News the Trade Publication” ment. Genesis has a number of This station will be able to professional racing debut in 2004 could not be more proud of the advantages over it’s competition fuel three cars simultaneously, and he soon went on to establish professional Morgan has grown • Auto NewsTM including price, design, and perfor- increasing the number of vehicles his own race team, Morgan Lucas up to be. He has worked his way • Autonewsonline.com mance. Consumer Reports agrees served in a shorter time. This and Racing where he won multiple to the top of this company from • Globalautonews.com ranking the Genesis Brand number future stations like it will help event championships. It was the ground up and truly showed #2 behind Porsche in their recent meet the needs of the growing there that he was able to gain first his potential to us since day one. • Legendsofauto.com 2020 SUMMER EXCLUSIVE fuel cell passenger car market hand experience of the effects of Teamwork and innovation • Livinglegendsofauto.com TESTING & MEMBER SURVEY in the Orange County area and lubricants in combustion engines. is a priority at Lucas Oil, and and ahead of Lexus #5, Audi #6 across California. Morgan Lucas wins the 2015 Morgan understands that better Opinions and comments of BMW #8, Lincoln # 13, Infiniti The station offers 100% renew- U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Race- than anyone. “Today, I am honored contract writers may not represent #15, Mercedes/Benz #20, Volvo able hydrogen. California requires way in Indianapolis, Indiana. and humbled to assume the role of the opinions of this publication. #22, Acura #24, Alfa Romeo #27, that at least 33% of hydrogen fuel In his new position as President, President of Lucas Oil Products. Jaguar #28 and Cadillac 29. come from renewable sources. Morgan will report directly to his continued on page 19 Reproduction of any of the contents The Genesis G90 is powered For stations that qualify for the of this publication by any means with a 5.0 V-8 liter GDI engine Low Carbon Fuel Standard ZEV is prohibited without the specific producing 420 horsepower and infrastructure credit, that amount written permission of the publisher. mated with 8-speed automatic increases to 40%. ® transmission with SHIFTRONIC To learn more about this and AUTO NEWS All rights reserved. & paddle shifters. Included are other stations in California, visit Note: Products, prices, offers and 16 ADVANCED SAFETY TECH- CaFCP’s station map at http:// BYTES rebates are in effect as of publication NOLOGY features including cafcp.org/stationmap. date. Prices and rebates are subject Blind Spot Collision Advanced CaFCP has a mobile-friendly to change without notice. Assist and Lane Keep Assist as website, Station Operational Status standard features. Also included as System (SOSS), that shows station Ads Expire: Oct. 5th standard features are 30 Comfort availability and provides other unless otherwise posted & Conveniences items including station information, including Apple CarPlay and Android auto. hours of operation, address, H2 California Fuel Cell Partnership If your looking for luxury I suggest station operator and developer, Energy Storage & Hydrogen Infrastructure Funding Opportuni- We Support a Genesis G90 test drive. etc.: http://m.cafcp.org. ties, in Addition to Hydrogen Infrastructure Progress Report The California Energy Commission released two grant funding op- portunities (GFOs) and one report that are important in the rollout of hydrogen fueling infrastructure and fuel cell electric passenger cars, Some Buyers Reject Technology and potentially key to the stimulus of renewable hydrogen production Two recent conversations with trend? 2- Should Automakers in California. new car owners led to this story do more research to determine if Energy Storage One with a doctor at a car show their buyers really want to con- The Energy Commission has noted that “while lithium-ion battery who just bought a new BMW and nect with everything in their life technology is a good short-term energy storage solution, the technol- another with a pilot I sat next to while driving a car? The answer ogy has safety concerns (thermal runaway) and long-term performance who was “ dead-heading “ back to the first question is YES. The issues (limits on the number of cycles the technology can perform in to LA from Seattle who had just answer to the second question is a day or over its lifetime).” bought a new Range Rover. Both MAYBE. GFO 19-306 will fund non-lithium ion technologies that can provide loved their new vehicles, but both Both answers could spell a minimum of 10 hours of energy storage. Hydrogen projects can said “ ...... I will never TROUBLE for the auto industry potentially qualify for this funding opportunity. buy another new vehicle.” The in the mid to long term. While I Hydrogen is increasingly recognized for its ability to help balance reason “...... to much technology remove “safety technology” from the grid and provide long-term energy storage. Projects are already I never use and it takes to much these examples, do we really want under way around the world, including one energy storage project in time to understand.” (500 to 600 to connect with everything and Utah that was announced last year. page technology manual included everyone in our life while driving, Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure in each vehicle) or like me I want to DISCON- The Commission also released GFO 19-602, making available up Two questions I would ask NECT from everyone and every- to $115.7 million in grant funds for hydrogen refueling infrastructure. automakers. 1- Is this a growing thing while driving. Time will tell. These funds come from Assembly Bill 8, signed into law in 2013. AB 8 directs funding for at least 100 hydrogen stations for passenger cars, among other programs and activities. More than 40 retail stations are open and more than 20 are in devel- 250 New & Pre-owned In Stock! opment across California. This grant funding opportunity, coupled with the new zero-emission infrastructure credit in the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, will likely fund enough stations to surpass the 100-station milestone and advance the market in support of the state’s goal of five The desert’s premier venue million zero-emission vehicles by 2030. for arts and entertainment Former Governor Brown called for 200 hydrogen stations by 2025 and CaFCP has called for 1,000 stations by 2030 serving upwards of 1,000,000 fuel cell cars, buses and trucks. AB 8 Report – annual report on station development Assembly Bill 8 requires the California Energy Commission and California Resources Board annually jointly review and report on the progress of the hydrogen-fueling network. The latest report identifies the need for more hydrogen 445 East Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92660 stations to meet state goals. 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2021 Ford F-150 Test Drive Review by Howard Elmer continued from page 3 – basically creating a usable work engine Ford is now offering of approximately 1,100 km on a surface – something most of us six different powertrains in the single tank of gas. have used tailgates for – well, F-series dressed up in nine trim • The look of the truck will still forever. levels. Ford continues to offer the be instantly recognizable, but it • Pro Power Onboard is a gen- greatest combination of power has been massaged, particularly erator that will push out enough and trim packages in the pickup around the nose with new grille power to run 28 average refrigera- market. designs and a next-level look tors says Ford. A by-product of There has been (and continues to the C-clamp headlights. The the new hybrid engine setup this to be) lot’s of talk about electric interior also benefits from new really is a leap forward in available pickup trucks. These are definitely materials, colour choices and jobsite (or recreational) electrical coming. But, in the meantime this more storage. power. new PowerBoost hybrid engine • Tech upgrades include a new So, for 2021 the F-series adds can be seen as a logical stepping generation of SYNC (4) that these innovations to the existing stone towards that all-electric expands the technology offered F-150 structure; including the future. PowerBoost actually has – including over-the-air updates. fully boxed high-strength steel more to do with the 10-speed • The tailgate has been the frame and the all-aluminum alloy SelectShift automatic transmis- focus of “work-related” updates body. With this new PowerBoost continued on page 8 2021 Ford F-150 with Trailer

2020 Volkswagen Jetta GLi Test Drive Mercedes-Benz GLC Is Brands Best Selling Model continued from page 3 On the side there are lower continued from page 2 tive controls, a cascade of rich or an intuitive center console engine and brakes as the Golf side skirts to emphasize that the The GLC 300 comes two ways wood, and a sensuousness that touchpad. While Apple CarPlay GTi. That means under the hood GLi suspension package lowers – with or without the 4MATIC continues throughout. Color and Android Auto capability is Volkswagen’s 2.0-liter turbo- the car a bit more than half-an- 4WD system, which is a $2,000 and trim options, and fresh is standard, an upgraded audio charged and direct-injection four- inch lower. In back there’s a rear option. A power liftgate opens new technologies create an up system and wireless charging cylinder engine, which sends 228 spoiler and a finned diffuser, for access to the spacious cargo to date environment effectively are optional. hp. and 258 lb.- ft. of peak torque. again to point out the car’s status. area, which also features storage covering all the bases. The The Mercedes GLC also offers That’s 18 more horsepower You also get a number of nice beneath the floor. GLC 300’s spacious interior is the latest driver assistance key and 51 lb.- ft. of torque more standard features. Outside there Cargo capacity is from 19.4 more practical than a C-Class. safety features including: stan- getting to the front wheels than are LED lights in front and back. cubic feet with seats up, to The interior receives the latest dard forward-collision warning the previous GLi model. Power These lights are quickly becom- 56.5 cubic feet seats folded MBUX infotainment system and automated emergency brak- gets to the road through either ing standard and do a good job. flat. Towing capacity is 3,500 with redundant controls and ing, available lane-departure the base six-speed manual trans- Some of the driving assists are Pounds. a newly available 12.3-inch warning, lane-keeping assist and mission or optional seven-speed Volkswagen’s Front Assist, a AS TESTED digital gauge cluster. adaptive cruise control. dual-clutch transmission. The car blind spot monitoring capabil- My test vehicle was a 2020 COMFORT, CONVENIENCE PERFORMANCE has an EPA-rated fuel efficiency ity and rear traffic alert. Once model Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 AND CONNECTIVITY The non AMG-tuned Mercedes of 25 mpg in the city and 32 mpg you have used the standard key- 4MATIC SUV that had its base The 2020 GLC-class interior GLC 300 4MATIC may lack the on the highway. less access you will discover price set at $44,500. The exterior features attractive materials, maximum enjoyment and driving Other performance upgrades the ambient lighting offers ten was finished in designo Cardinal excellent build quality, and feel, but they do deliver a smooth include a limited-slip differential, colors. There is also push-button Red metallic, while the interior comfortable passenger amenities. and quiet ride with more horse- Golf R brakes and progressive, start and stop as well as dual- was executed in designo quilted Luxurious standard equipment power than before and handling variable-ratio steering. It also gets zone climate control. Platinum White pearl and black includes dual-zone climate con- characteristics that approach a a MacPherson strut front suspen- You can opt for other features Nappa leather with a black fabric trol and power-adjustable front sporty level. sion and multi-link independent such as Volkswagen’s Digital headliner. Trim accents were seats with heated cushions. The IN CONCLUSION rear suspension that’s specifi- Cockpit, a panoramic sunroof, done in natural grain Black Ash GLC 300 can also be upgraded The Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 cally for GLi models. Touching heated and ventilated front leather and brushed aluminum. The final with leather seating surfaces, 4MATIC is an attractive and desir- the ground are special 18-in. alu- seats or even the BeatsAudio price tag came to $64,605 after a head-up display, heated rear able SUV that provides luxurious minum-alloy wheels fitted with sound system. The sound system factoring in the special paint, seats, ventilated front seats, and accommodations with pleasing 225/45 R18 all-season tires. in the model I tested was quite extensive optional equipment more. performance and a competitive There are also appearance good, especially for a compact and value added packages along Mercedes equips every 2020 warranty coverage compared with changes to ensure folks looking sedan in the price category. with the destination and delivery GLC with a versatile infotainment premium rivals. Limited warranty your way realize you are driving While I liked the look of the fee. system that features a variety of covers four years or 50,000 miles the model’s performer. Naturally interior, it left me in no doubt that PROPULSION contemporary control inputs. The / Powertrain warranty covers four this starts with a more aggres- wasn’t an expensive car. The inte- Powering the 2020 Mercedes- standard 10.25-inch touchscreen years or 50,000 miles. Unfortu- sive face. The front bumper gets rior’s design lacked an elegance Benz GLC 300 4MATIC is a supports the company’s latest nately there’s no complimentary a lower front spoiler and there of, say, a similar-sized Audi. longitudinally front mounted MBUX software that responds to scheduled maintenance. is a larger air intake than the There was just a bit too much 2.0-liter, inline turbocharged voice commands. The system can SPECIFICATIONS regular Jetta. The grille is filled plastic, or at least too much plas- 4-cylinder engine that produces also be operated by touch-sensi- with black honeycomb and a red tic that looked and felt like plastic. 255 horsepower in a range from tive controls on the steering wheel continued on page 19 accent stripe. continued on page 7 5,800-6,100 rpm along with 273 pound feet of torque at 1,800- 4,000 rpm. Energy is geared through a 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters, to all four wheels via Mercedes’ 4MATIC permanent AWD system. of Lynnwood STYLING The GLC’s exterior stands out In the world of cookie cutter #1 Certified-Pre-Owned Sales Volume in WA State designed market similarities, featuring a long wheelbase, short overhangs, a long hood and sleek profile. New front and rear styling includes all-LED lighting, sporty lower bodywork and chrome skid plate inserts. The clean, muscular lines and coupe-like side windows render it immediately recogniz- able as a modern Mercedes-Benz. There are new wheel options and low-profile roof rails; the rede- signed GLC is an attractive SUV. Moving inside, smooth flow and functionality are key, with the GLC’s cabin setting a class standard for style and craftsmanship in a highly competitive marketplace. 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Book and Edmund’s True Market Buying A Car Value pricing were suggested as The World’s Most Popular Supercars offering fair car values. Online During A sample conversation was provided by Brauer: “I know According to Instagram hashtags.....! the market value on this car is 4. Ferrari 458, 1,684,744 The Lamborghini is a clear Covid-19 Crisis $28,700. I’m talking to a few deal- The world’s favourite 5. Lamborghini Gallardo, favourite amongst supercar fans, continued from page 3 ers. I’m willing to pay $27,000,” supercars (no. of 1,375,998 taking three of the top ten spots. Book, saving buyers thousands he said. Instagram hashtags) 6. McLaren P1, 1,159,653 Some rarer brands and models also of dollars over the course of Brauer also reminded potential 1. Lamborghini Aventador, 7. Honda NSX, 1,152,686 come in the top ten, with LaFerrari their loan. Even though most online buyers to “Make sure you 3,597,431 8. Ferrari LaFerrari, 1,141,428 having over 1 million tags and the dealerships are closed due to fully understand the financing 2. Audi R8, 3,388,955 9. Bugatti Veyron, 884,538 two Bugatti models seeing way government guidelines, buying terms”. Some dealerships pro- 3. Lamborghini Huracan, 10. Bugatti Chiron, 806,034 over 800k hashtags each. a car online, like buying almost vide online signing and payment 2,789,616 anything now-a-days online, is opportunities, while others may a good option for those in the have you physically sign some market. paperwork, according to state by David Schmidt Tips by Elkins were suggested laws. But the car can be delivered VW Jetta GLi Test Drive Review to help facilitate the process: first, to your home and paperwork can continued from page 6 tuned-up compacts out there. $18,745, that’s not the competi- set a realistic budget considering be completed when the dealer The cars also wasn’t particu- The better way to define it is tion with which you should com- your priorities: do you have a drops off the car. larly quiet, but most of that was that this is a family four-door pare the GLi. long commute/is fuel economy Elkins and Brauer concluded caused by having the manual compact sedan which is practi- That price includes very little important to you? Do you carpool that “Even before the COVID-19 transmission and being driven by cal, attractive but not announcing in the way of features, so it would or need space for your client or pandemic, there were increasing someone who doesn’t try to emu- to the world that you’ve become seem to me the more realistic and clients? What are your must- capabilities to do digital online car late the shift patterns of an auto- a grown-up. It shows that your meaningful comparison would be have features? Remember that a buying”. But like so many crisis matic. Speaking of which I found busy life requires probity but monthly costs and then whether car costs more than just a sticker situations, the pandemic acceler- the shifting a bit vague. It was allows for spirited enjoyment. the additional performance and price, there is insurance, gas, ated a trend that was already in fine when driving hard, running The GLi comes in two models, features are worth having. maintenance and repairs to keep movement. “We’ve gone from the engine up in revs and shift- and prices start at $25,995 and I would guess my vote is pretty in mind, too. having a small number of dealers ing aggressively. But when driv- run through $29,995 for the top clear. Second, begin researching that were adapting and embracing ing sanely it seemed a bit sloppy. model. While there is nothing If you have any questions, online and price compare; keep this capability to a much wider Not bad, actually, just ehh, if you wrong with the standard Jetta, I comments or ideas, please send a look out for deals. range of dealers who know it’s know what I mean. would want the GTi. While the them to comment@AutoWrit- There are cars that begin to their only option right now, so The motor is actually on the base Jetta has a starting price of ersInk.com. make the best sense for you while they’re happily jumping on board noisy side inside the cabin, but pursuing your search, Elkins with this trend.” Millennials as that was alright with me, since stated. Consider the incentives well as other demographics now that motor is what defines this being offered by car manufactur- believe having to leave your house model. I was surprised how long er’s, too. Ford and GM are offering to go to a physical location to buy it took me to get used to the power deferred payments in addition to something is just inconvenient or surge when the turbo came fully 0% financing, although, don’t just unnecessary. alive. Again, that’s what makes buy a car you don’t need because Brauer concluded, “with going the GLi worth having and some- of great incentives. Stick with to a dealership not even being thing you adjust to quite quickly. what you need in a car and then an option for most people, it’s The car’s suspension setup find the best incentives. Compare really bringing home the reality is better than you think it will prices at different dealerships for of the advantages of being able be. Once pushed into a corner that same model. Third, set up a to do everything through a digital it hardens up nicely to keep test drive. There are virtual tours process.” everything copacetic. Perhaps being offered by some dealerships What do you think Millennials? the better way to say this is that as well as some offering to bring Who has bought a car online— the car doesn’t ride like a hot the car to you at no cost, in order before or during the pandemic? hatch but can probably keep up for you to be able to test drive the How was it for you? Let me know! through the twisties. Having said car you are interested in. Last, Email me at globalautonews.com. that, this isn’t a car designed to negotiate the price. Kelley Blue See you next time! upstage the GTi, or the other VW Jetta GLi (photo David Schmidt)

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2021 Ford F-150 Test Drive Automakers are giving the world a master class $500 off all-new Hyundai vehicles. in flexible manufacturing and Hyundai dealers are also offer- Step Up To customer service. ing digital retailing and most will Review by Howard Elmer Here are a few things Hyundai deliver new vehicles to customers’ continued from page 6 Give Back and Toyota are doing: homes. sion. It’s 47-hp electric motor is and 240V (or 20 and 30-AMPS Toyota Motor America integrated into the transmission respectively). These numbers Hyundai Hope On Wheels According to Toyota, giving where it adds torque as determined are comparable to portable gen- During donated $4.3 million to 22 hospitals back is embedded in the company’s by the software that will also take erators. This is significant; apart throughout the U.S. to support DNA. Its US dealers are working towing into account. The power from working off the back of Unprecedented COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing to help the communities in which is stored in a 1.5-KW lithium-ion the truck, you could power your Centers and 65,000 COVID- they serve, including: battery that is charged by the elec- cabin with it. 19 RT-PCR tests developed by Offering Wi-Fi at some dealer- tric motor which captures energy The new look of the interior Challenges Seegene, a South Korea-based ships so families can get internet while the truck is braking. The makes the F-series competitive global leader in diagnostics. access from parking lots for online battery is packaged underneath with any of its competitors – by Testing centers supported by learning to help students keep up the truck and does not intrude once again. As for electronics Hyundai have completed more with assignments. on normal interior spaces. This the center piece is a new 12-inch Michelle Hale than 200,000 tests. Sand Mountain Toyota (Albert- system does not take an outside screen that is now the heart of all Hyundai will make up to six ville, Alabama) has given out 8,216 charge – in fact, its function is to the infotainment systems. Ford continued from page 4 months of payments for new hamburgers and hot dogs and 500 capture energy only while braking; also likes to add some trick items (while the company was moving owners who lose their jobs due Chick-fil-A chicken sandwiches this is energy normally wasted by to each update. This time around fast to do just that) is emblematic to COVID-19 and have purchased to students. a traditional gas powertrain. The we have fold-flat front seats. This of this administration’s bum- or leased their vehicle between Beaver Toyota of St. Augus- standard engine is the 3.5L Eco- is more than just a full recline – the bling response to the pandemic, March 14 to May 17, 2020, through tine (St. Augustine, Florida) is Boost that has been in service now seat folds back and the bottom lifts especially compared to markets Hyundai Motor Finance. Through offering free interior vehicle since 2011. It already offers fuel up to form a flat bed. Go ahead in Asia that understood the risk, June 1 it’s also offering 0% APR disinfecting services to the local economy with high horsepower – tell your wife you no longer need didn’t politicize it and mobilized financing, deferring payments for sheriff’s department, as well as so this addition of electric boost a hotel room – you’ll just sleep quickly based on experience of 90 days at the customer’s request, free oil changes to first responders, should go a long way to fulfilling in the truck. The other innova- similar diseases. and extending warranties. medical professionals and school Ford’s claim of 600 miles - plus tion is a bit more practical – the Fortunately, the business com- U.S. Hyundai owners with a 5- personnel. on a tank of gas. Of course, be shifter folds flat and the center munity, and automotive sector year / 60,000-mile new-vehicle Kinsel Toyota (Beaumont, aware, these claims are for an armrest flips forward to form a in particular, has mobilized its limited warranty or a 10-year / Texas) is offering free grocery empty truck – putting a load on large, hard-surface work station. procurement, manufacturing and 100,000-mile powertrain limited delivery for anyone age 65 or up. will tell another story. That I like. logistics expertise to help health- warranty that is expiring between Customers just place an order at The Pro Power Onboard system So, these are the highlights of care workers, employees, dealers March and June 2020 will have the a local grocery store, then call the though is one of those innovations the new F-150 packaged together and customers, in an unprec- warranty coverage extended to dealership. Grocery orders are that we all knew was possible but as the first salvo in Ford’s mar- edented response to Covid-19. June 30, 2020. dropped at the customer’s door, no one was doing it. Granted a keting campaign. You can count From producing masks and ven- Hyundai’s First Responders free of charge. few 400-watt outlets have been on more hype and info as we tilators, offering great deals and Program now includes healthcare These inspiring examples are available in various truck beds move through summer prior to free service, distributing coloring professionals and hospital em- but a few ways that automakers for a while – but that’s not much the truck’s arrival in fall. More books from design departments ployees (as defined by the U.S. are giving back and demonstrating juice. With a possible three ver- stats, numbers and pricing will be and educating customers on how Labor Bureau of Statistics), they truly are deeply woven into sions, Pro Power will push out as released later. to disinfect vehicles, automakers making them eligible to receive the fabrics of their communities. much as 7.2-KW of power in 120 See Photo on page 6

Roush Performance Inside india Inside europe Launches New AUTO NEWS BYTES AUTO NEWS BYTES 750 hp 2020 Stage 3 Mustang by Bill McCallum by Bill McCallum The all-new 2020 ROUSH Stage Busworld India to open its doors in 2022 European Union Releases Hydrogen Strategy 3 Mustang is the most power- Taking into consideration the current state of affairs and cau- Today, the European Union adopted strategies for energy system ful Stage 3 produced to date tion advisories still in place by the Indian government, the organ- integration and hydrogen, paving the way “towards a more effi- and combines supercharged isers of Busworld India - Busworld International CVBA and cient and interconnected energy sector, driven by the twin goals of a performance with track-tuned Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd in consultation with cleaner planet and a stronger economy.” In particular, the hydrogen technology. strategy reflects the need and opportunity for countries and regions stakeholders have decided to cancel the 2020 edition of the fair. across the EU to collaborate on development and benefits from the ROUSH Performance has In order to keep the industry updated with the changing business expanding hydrogen economy. This coordinated approach will enable announced that its 2020 ROUSH landscape in the bus & coach sector, the organisers will continue hydrogen integration activities to address needs and add value locally, Stage 3 Mustang, the top perform- to host a series of virtual webinars and interactive events to keep while simultaneously creating a more resilient, durable and effective ing regular-production ROUSH the industry connected until its next edition in 2022. energy system—utilizing renewable hydrogen and electricity—across Mustang in its stable, is now In consultation with key OEMs and exhibitors from the bus Europe. available for ordering. ROUSH and coach industry, the 2020 edition of Busworld India that was This strategy is one of many produced by California’s climate developed new performance postponed to 6 – 8 October 2020 at the Bangalore International allies. The Hydrogen Council estimated in its “Path to Competitive- technology to give the Stage 3 a Exhibition Centre (BIEC) in Bengaluru is now set to be hosted in ness” report earlier this year that 18 countries had produced road maps or strategy documents, including the United States. And more are potent combination of power and 2022. The organisers have confirmed that the dates for the next expected to follow. performance. The new Phase 2 edition of the trade fair are currently under dialogues and will be California has not been idle either. In 2018, CaFCP produced a boosts power output announced after detailed discussions in the coming months. vision for 2030, The California Fuel Cell Revolution, calling for 1,000 to 750 horsepower and the new, India’s is one of the key economic sectors hydrogen stations serving upwards of 1,000,000 cars, buses and trucks. custom ROUSH-calibrated Mag- that has been hard hit due to the onset of COVID-19. The bus Like other strategy documents by our climate allies, it recognizes the neRide® suspension gives this and coach industry in conjunction has also experienced several need for continued partnership between government, industry, inves- Mustang unsurpassed handling. setbacks due to the existing level of demand and disruption in tors and others to achieve a self-sustaining market. Most recently, the The Stage 3 is available in the supply chain. In consideration of these factors along with pre- California Energy Commission released a Roadmap for the Deploy- driver’s choice of a 6-speed manual eminent concerns due to the current circumstances, the organisers ment and Buildout of Renewable Hydrogen Production Plants in or 10-speed automatic transmis- have expressed their decision as an appropriate course of action. California, produced by UC Irvine’s Advanced Power and Research Program, which concludes that, with appropriate policy support, the sion for maximum thrill. A joint statement issued by Busworld International CVBA renewable hydrogen sector can reach self-sustainability (price point at The 2020 ROUSH Stage 3 and Messe Frankfurt India stated: “The automotive industry is parity with conventional fuel on a fuel-economy adjusted basis) by the Mustang produces 750 horsepower currently going through a period of uncertainty with manufac- mid- to late 2020s and 670 pound-feet of torque and turers and component makers severely affected due to supply The EU’s hydrogen strategy, “A hydrogen strategy for a climate- can accelerate from 0-60 mph in chain disruption. Therefore, we believe that waiting for the seg- neutral Europe,” looks at how to scale up and support hydrogen pro- 3.6 seconds. The new standard ment to recover would be the best course of action right now; duction through investments, regulation, market creation and research ROUSH-calibrated MagneRide® so that the event can serve its objective of enabling business, and innovation. suspension is a highly responsive, knowledge and tech-exchange in a more meaningful way. As The document identifies three phases to this transition. We have yet comfortable active suspension supply chains and trade routes reopen, Busworld India as a plat- retained their exact words below to describe the phases. system that easily transitions from • From 2020 to 2024, we will support the installation of at least 6 form will enable the bus and coach industry to showcase their gigawatts of renewable hydrogen electrolysers in the EU, and the pro- daily driving to corner-carving at new launches and re-emerge as the backbone of domestic trans- duction of up to one million tonnes of renewable hydrogen. the track. Thanks to this increased portation in India.” • From 2025 to 2030, hydrogen needs to become an intrinsic part of power output and improved sus- Despite the uncertainty this year, the organisers have ensured our integrated energy system, with at least 40 gigawatts of renewable pension, the 2020 ROUSH Stage 3 that the industry stays connected by initiating insightful interac- hydrogen electrolysers and the production of up to ten million tonnes can accelerate through the 1/4-mile tions for the bus & coach industry through virtual mediums like of renewable hydrogen in the EU. in 11.2 seconds and has a skid pad webinars and will continue to explore digital mediums to enable • From 2030 to 2050, renewable hydrogen technologies should reach rating of 1.07 g. knowledge exchange and networking within the fraternity until maturity and be deployed at large scale across all hard-to-decarbonise The optional ROUSH Active its next edition in 2022. sectors. 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economy, although the EPA does Roush Performance 2020 Chevrolet not rate ¾ ton and up trucks. Launches New Silverado 2500 If you’re looking for a gas th version there is a 6.6-liter engine Spring Mountain Welcomes the 8 750 Horsepower Test Drive Report with over 400-horses and 464- continued from page 4 pound feet of torque. More than Generation Corvette 2020 Stage 3 Mustang The chrome grill looks huge enough power to handle the Chevrolet offers subsidized Ron yourself and the all-new mid-engine continued from page 8 when you look at it through your 18,500 pounds capacity either gas Fellows driving school to new Corvette Stingray. Through our pre- tronically controlled valve to rear-view mirror. Most truck folks or diesel. Corvette owners cision detailed curriculum, you will give the driver total control over absolutely love it or absolutely This is the LTZ model with Spring Mountain Motor Resort become more knowledgeable and the tone and volume of the Stage hate it. the Z71 off- road 4-wheel drive & Country Club and the Ron Fel- confident in the incredible capabili- 3’s exhaust note. The ROUSH- This truck has 20” chrome package. LTZ is next to the top- lows Performance Driving School ties of the 8th generation Corvette. branded, console-mounted selector wheels, cab lights, huge trailer of-the-line High Country, and there will continue their long-standing “Our entire team here at Spring dial allows drivers to seamlessly towing mirrors, LED fog lights, are 3 trim levels under it. partnership with Chevrolet as the Mountain are incredibly excited toggle between Touring, Sport, and a built-in step just ahead of the Inside this truck are captain “Official High-Performance Driv- about the 8th generation Corvette Track, and Custom modes. For rear wheels to help load things in chairs in the front and a 60/40 rear ing School” for the 8th generation and cannot wait to get the new even more control, the Active the bed. The hood has a large air bench that folds up from the bottom Corvette Stingray! Owners School program started. Exhaust application for iOS gives scoop with the logos of Allison™ to reveal a cargo area. Set to begin this April, the Ron I know that everyone responsible the driver has the ability to create transmission and Duramax™. All the controls in the dash are Fellows Performance Driving for the day-to-day operations of their own unique sound profile in Under the hood you’ll find the a easy to understand and operate. School will be offering enhanced our school are really looking for- custom mode. 6.6-liter Duramax™ diesel that is The infotainment system is two-day programs featuring the ward to providing our outstanding The new, standard ROUSH Pow- rated at 445-horses, and 910-pound touchscreen and you operate all-new mid-engine Corvette. The service and a great overall experi- ertrain Cooling Package includes feet of torque. New for 2020 is audio, navigation, all the apps, iconic sports car marques all-new ence showcasing the next-level transmission and differential a 10-speed Allison™ automatic Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 495 horsepower mid-engine mas- engineering of the new mid-engine coolers that work in harmony with transmission for improved fuel continued on page 19 terpiece has already been named Corvette,” said Ron Fellows, a a larger low-temperature radia- 2020 MotorTrend Car of the Year charter member of Corvette Racing tor and heat-extracting vents to and 2020 North American Car of and co-founder of his school at decrease engine and driveline tem- the Year. Spring Mountain. peratures, allowing for more laps “We are thrilled to be able to The 8th generation Corvette at the track. Up front, the optional continue our relationship with Owners School is an exclusive upgraded Brembo brake pads and Chevrolet and Ron Fellows here at program subsidized by Chevrolet, rotors provide greater stopping our world-class facility. There has providing first owners of a new power to work in conjunction been an incredible buzz around the and unused 2020 Corvette with a with the standard ROUSH 20-inch 8th generation Corvette, and what two-day school for only $1,000. Flowform wheels wrapped in Ultra better way to kick off 2020 and our Tuition includes a one-night stay High-Performance Continental twelfth year of the school, with the in one of Spring Mountain’s luxury ExtremeContact™ Sport tires. 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Inside china AUTO NEWS BYTES by Bill McCallum Messe Frankfurt defers two of its trade fairs in Vietnam: Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Secutech Vietnam As a result of flight restrictions impeding business travel to Viet- nam, Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd has announced the postponement of two of its trade fairs in the country. With a respective focus on automotive services and the safety and security industry, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Secutech Vietnam, originally scheduled to take place concurrently at the Saigon Conven- tion and Exhibition Centre this summer from 20 – 22 August, will be rescheduled to 2021. Restrictions that came in to force in March to prevent the spread of COVID-19 continue to effect international travel to Vietnam. Logistical uncertainty has therefore hampered planning for the diverse international contingent of both events, with less than two months remaining before the trade fairs were scheduled to open. “As a responsible trade fair organiser, we hold a commitment to our participants that extends beyond the fairground to also include safe and practical travel to the venue,” explained Mr Stephan Buurma, Member of the Board of Management, Messe Frankfurt Group. “Given that this cannot be guaranteed, we have decided that deferring both events to 2021 is the logical course of action. Supporting government authorities, associations and industry players have shown great enthusiasm for both trade fairs to return stronger in 2021, when exhibitors will have more time to plan their travel arrangements, and the business circumstances will be more stable.” Sector leading events for the Vietnamese market Sharing a common focus on technological innovations related to Indus- try 4.0, the IoT, and automation, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City and Secutech Vietnam provide a gateway for both local and international sup- pliers to establish themselves in Vietnam. At its previous edition, Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City welcomed 359 exhibitors from 18 countries and regions, as well as over 8,900 trade visitors from the automotive service industry. The fair has been gaining influence in the region since it was established in 2017 thanks to its exten- sive coverage of motorcycles, the commercial and passenger vehicle seg- ments as well as automotive manufacturing and automation. The 2021 fair will take place from 30 June to 2 July at the Saigon Convention and Exhibition Centre. Likewise, Secutech Vietnam, and its Fire & Safety event supported by the local fire authority, has been flourishing since its first edition in 2008, regularly achieving year on year growth in both exhibitor (2019: 380) and visitor figures (2019: 14,239). Shining a spotlight on IoT based security and smart building solutions, as well as fire safety equipment, the plat- form benefits from close ties with government departments and industry associations, helping it to attract a wide range of public and private sector stakeholders. In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Vietnam Fire Department, the next edition will feature an expanded array of fire safety seminars and demonstrations. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks. 10 autonewsonline.com/youtube August / September 2020

Ugly EV’s Be Gone. EV in 10 Gerber Motorsports Ad Style with a Converted Classic BW by Gerber Motorsport! Story by Chris Chung, Editor been established, but most notably, With EV’s (electric vehicles) Gerber Motorsport has been certi- hitting the market from seemingly fied to perform EV conversions every auto manufacturer, it’s hard and added this into their service to not notice that almost all of them mix. A move that keeps Gerber are styled in a very conspicuous at the cutting edge of technology manner that screams “EV!” at the within the automotive realm and top of its lungs. This never made brings them the accolade of being sense to me, as in my opinion, a lot the first shop in Seattle that is able of people would love to have the to do these conversions. savings of an EV while keeping a When asked why Gerber made low-profile. this move, Dominic Dobson gave Gerber Motorsport in Seattle, insight into the industry: WA has recognized that and have “When you start looking around, now added EV conversions for there’s a lot of older cars that have classic cars to their repertoire of engines that have problems, or services. engines you can’t get anymore About Gerber Motorsport: and people are saying listen, we Gerber Motorsport is a Seattle can’t keep burning fossil fuels. based premier Porsche and Euro- We’re seeing a lot of the young pean car specialist. Originally (race car) drivers that are coming founded in 1993 by Walter Gerber up through the ranks, and they’re as a consulting firm for clients that now of the mind set that electric needed professional racing and cars would be cool.” Porsche management services, Points in which I agree with. Gerber Motorsport has evolved Having worked on a couple clas- over the past 23 years to become sic cars myself, it can be daunting one of the most trusted full-service tracking down parts, and building European vehicle repair shops in an engine only to have it get 12 the Pacific Northwest. mpg with mediocre performance By 2016, Walter Gerber was numbers. Through EV conversion, looking to retire. Coincidentally much of this headache can be Patrick Dobson, brother of Domi- avoided while also yielding better nic Dobson was working at the performance than the original shop as a mechanic. Dominic, powertrain coupled with lower a 7-Time Indy 500 and LeMans maintenance costs. driver had previously raced for Walter under Bayside Racing; so naturally Walter couldn’t think of “People would any better successor than Dominic Dobson. The acquisition happened be shocked at the and Dobson Motorsport took own- performance gain ership of Gerber Motorsport with ” Dominic now leading the shop. stated Dobson EV Conversions, Virtual Reality, and Gerber Motorsport in the With EV’s there is no oil changes The Northwest’s #1 Porsche repair and restoration facility is 21st Century: to be dealt with, services, or leaks. now capable of expert EV conversions of Porsches and other Since acquiring Gerber Motor- The benefits of an all-electric sport, the Dobson brothers have powertrain seemingly just go on. fine European and Collector cars. No matter your thrust source taken the company to new heights. From fuel and maintenance sav- The shop has been remodeled, a ings, to instant torque, EV’s just - Gas/Diesel/Hybrid/Electric - Gerber gets it done! partnership with VR Motion has make sense.

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Murphy Auto Group with Feeding Tampa Bay and Golden Harvest Food Bank in the Mathews Hyundai Newport Car Museum Launches Helping the Community CSRA to donate and distribute Offers a First 11,000 complete meals to CSRA Video Series Reviewing Its Collection During COVID-19 and Polk County families in need. Responder Bonus While closed during the Coro- modern furniture integrated into Murphy Auto Group also donated navirus pandemic, the Newport spacious, inspiring surroundings. For Michael Dennis Murphy 10,000 masks to the community in Program for Front- Car Museum has launched its first Cars are displayed on low-rise @realmikemuphy, the leader of Haines City and the CSRA via in a series of videos reviewing its platforms with no barrier ropes; Murphy Auto Group, community VA Hospitals, churches, and local Line Workers collection of over 75 cars. Episode award-winning videos play in is an integral part of the business. charities. Additionally, the dealer- 1 covers the 1959 Cadillac Series each gallery; and knowledgeable During the COVID-19 pandemic, ships gave away 4 masks per family Purchasing or Leasing 62 Convertible, the perfect vehicle docents are always on hand to the Murphy Auto Group dealer- during weekends in May. a Hyundai Vehicle for social distancing. answer questions. ships stepped up and continues Last but not least, Murphy The videos can be found on When reopened, the Museum will to give back to the community in Auto Group fulfilled its promise First Responders can receive the Museum’s Facebook and return to normal business hours: 10 numerous ways including provid- of paying off $1.5 million in bonus cash towards their next Instagram pages as well as on its a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Sunday. ing sanitization service to first medical debt for more than 500 Hyundai vehicle purchase at YouTube and IGTV channels. Regular admission: $18/adults; responders, distributing thousands families in the CSRA through a Mathews Hyundai For YouTube version of video: $15/Seniors, Military, Students; of meals and masks, and eliminat- partnership with RIP Medical Debt Mathews Hyundai, a Hyundai https://bit.ly/VideoEp1 $8/Ages 5-15 (with an adult); Free/ ing medical debt in the CSRA. Relief, a nonprofit based in New dealership located in Marion, The Newport Car Museum fea- Ages 4 and under (with an adult). Murphy Auto Group sourced York. Several local families in the is offering the Hyundai First tures six galleries (Ford/Shelby, Tickets can be bought at the GTECH Clean Complete Germ CSRA will receive a letter from Responder Program. This means Corvettes, World Cars, Fin Cars, door or online: www.newportcar- Protection as a sanitization option RIP Medical notifying them that that first responders in the area can Mopars, American Muscle “Then museum.org / 1947 West Main Rd. to kill 99.9% of bacteria and through the Murphy Auto Group receive a $500 bonus next time they & Now”), eight driving simulators, (Enter at Light), Portsmouth, R.I. viruses, including coronavirus. donations, $1.5 million dollars of buy or lease a new or used Hyundai and a collection of Mid-Century 02871, 401-848-2277. Miracle Toyota in Haines City, medical debt will be wiped out. vehicle from the dealership. FL invited the local police and fire Murphy Auto Group is commit- First responders that are eligible departments to receive GTECH ted to the community now more include police officers, sheriffs, sanitization for their vehicles at than ever. In June, we are intro- correctional officers, state troopers, no charge! Hundreds of cars were ducing the Community Relaunch federal law enforcement officers, sanitized for the Haines City Fire Program to the CSRA. This pro- firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 Department, the Polk County gram highlights local businesses dispatchers, hospital employees Sheriff’s Department, and medical on the Murphy Auto Group social and any healthcare professionals. professionals from Advent Hospi- media channels as they reopen in To be eligible, first responders must tal. Miracle Toyota also provided the market. As we reopen, we want choose a new or used Hyundai free oil changes for first responders to support our local businesses and vehicle at Mathews Hyundai and during the month of April. community. We are stronger in must take delivery of the vehicle Murphy Auto Group partnered this together. before January 4, 2021. Newport Car Museum Curing Kids Cancer - Partners with Elite Racing’s Marty Robertson Childhood cancer charity to be featured on the hood of NHRA racer Curing Kids Cancer is excited volvement with the nonprofit Winternationals presented by the primary logo on his car,” into something beautiful. This to announce its new partnership to the next level by driving the ProtectTheHarvest.com. said charity Founder and Presi- encouraged them to think outside with Elite Racing’s NHRA racer Curing Kids Cancer race car this “Marty will be raising much dent, Grainne Owen. “It is a the box on how they could raise Marty Robertson starting at the year during the NHRA series. needed awareness for child- real blessing for me to see this awareness about pediatric cancer first race in Pomona, Calif. The Curing Kids Cancer car will hood cancer research by racing type of attention focused on research. That’s when the Curing Robertson is taking his in- debut at the Lucas Oil NHRA with Curing Kids Cancer as the importance of pediatric Kids Cancer car became an cancer research,” Robertson opportunity. first became involved with “Curing Kids Cancer is making Curing Kids Cancer in 2012 at a difference for families affected Mecum Auctions after hearing by childhood cancer. I am just Grainne speak on the impor- happy that my family and I can tance of funding childhood be a part of that,” cancer research. Curing Kids To watch Marty Robertson and Cancer is also the charity of the Curing Kids Cancer car at choice for Mecum Auctions, the the first race of the season, tune world leader in live auctions of into Fox Sports (FS1) on Sunday, collector and classic cars, antique Feb. 9 at 5:30 EST. motorcycles, vintage tractors and Road Art memorabilia with About Curing Kids Cancer: events across the U.S. From Grainne and Clay Owen there Robertson has continued to founded Curing Kids Cancer, remain a key part of Curing Kids a 501(c)(3) devoted to Cancer’s success. funding cutting edge pedi- “My wife and I have always atric cancer therapies, after had a passion for children in they lost their son, Killian, need. We were so moved when to leukemia in 2003 when he we heard Grainne speak about was nine years old. Since it her family’s own battle with was founded in 2005, Curing childhood cancer,” said Marty Robertson, NHRA driver of Kids Cancer has raised nearly the Curing Kids Cancer car. $16.5 million to fund new “There was just something about childhood cancer treatments hearing Killian’s story that got and pediatric cancer research. in my spirit. It moved me, and For more information on how I know we needed to do more,” to help, please contact Curing The Robertson family did just Kids Cancer at 1-866-933- that – more. They were excited CURE (2873) or visit curing- by Grainne’s passion, and her kidscancer.org to learn more. family’s ability to turn a tragedy August / September 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 13 Sally Hanson Takes A Toyota Prius On Road Trip to Death Valley National Park continued from page 2 highway speeds. Handling on the of borax was produced daily in ratio, keeping the engine at an curves was perfect and made an the 19th century. The miners used optimal rpm. enjoyable ride and drive. 20-mule teams to haul the borax The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime is The quad LED headlights along 165 miles to the railroad town of the plug-in hybrid member of the with the accent lights and auto- Mojave. The remains of historic Prius family and is now a more dimming rear view mirror made buildings and a mule cart are on attractive and traditional looking nighttime driving easy. Another the original site. hatchback. Prime distinguishes feature I really liked was the Two other viewpoints that I itself with 25 miles of electric automatic high beam. A camera recommend are Zabriskie Point driving only range and EPA- on the windshield aids nighttime and Dante’s View. Zabriskie estimated combined rating of 54 driving by using the camera to Point offers a panoramic view mpg. I exceeded the combined detect headlights and taillights of of golden-brown mudstone hills rating by two mpg. The mid-size preceding vehicles and switches marked with hills and gullies sedan takes two hours to charge automatically between low and formed from times when water The Toyota Prius Prime Limited on a 240 volt connection and five high beams. rushes down these bone-dry heads out of Death Valley hours on 120 volts. Death Valley is the largest slopes. This location is also National Park after several As is normal in LA, I encoun- national park in the contiguous perfect for viewing sunrises and days in the park. tered plenty of stop and go traffic United States with over 3.4 sunsets. Dante’s view gives an on the city highways and was million acres. Badwater Basin overview of the basin and range pleased with the power the Prius at 282 feet below sea level is the topography. At more than 5,000 exhibited along the way. The rain lowest place in North America. feet above the valley floor, you sensing intermittent windshield Two to four thousand years ago can see across most of the 110- wipers came into play traveling the basin was the site of a 30-foot mile-long Death Valley. Dante’s the foothills out of LA. During deep lake that evaporated and left View is the premier overlook occasional downpours the vehicle a layer of salt. A briny pond — in Death Valley because of the offered a quiet drive shielded four times saltier than the ocean panoramic views that are waiting from the weather and road noise — appears in the winter and for you just steps from the parking was at a minimum. during the heat of the summer, it lot. Below Dante’s View is Once in the park, winding roads becomes a puddle. Visitors can Badwater Basin the lowest point climbed through the incredible stroll on a boardwalk through the in North America and straight mountain terrain as the sun began expanse of nearly pure white table across the valley rises the highest to set offering an impressive salt in Badwater Basin. Close by point in the park, Telescope Peak glimmering array of colors on the is Artist’s Drive featuring rocks at 11,049 feet. western slopes of the mountains. in pink, green, purple, brown From the low lands to the I was surprised by the elevation and black hues. A geologic tour high mountain ranges and the fluctuation making the way to of one of Death Valley’s most interesting history and geology the floor of Death Valley with explosive volcanic periods, the of the region, Death Valley is an elevation of 10 feet before one-way drive is nine miles of as awesome as the Toyota Prius rising up to 4300 feet a few miles dipping and curving road that Prime Limited is an energy up the road. This was a continu- weaves through colorful rock efficient vehicle filled with ously exciting drive complete formations. Artist’s Palette is well-thought-out with curves, dips, descents into about half-way along the drive features that The Toyota Prius Prime found an oasis in the desert — canyons and then ascending back where sea green, lemon yellow, make it an Ranch at Death Valley which sits near the lowest elevation up the mountains. Prius Prime periwinkle blue and salmon pink impressive in North America. The Ranch includes 224-guest units, features a dual motor drive system mineral deposits appear across touring sedan. that uses both motors to help the background like dabs of paint three restaurants, a saloon, general store, Borax Museum, propel the vehicle. This results from an artist’s palette. and an airstrip. Recreational activities feature a spring-fed in a boost in acceleration feel, A little further up the Badwater swimming pool, golf course, tennis, and seasonal horse- improved efficiency, and the Road is the Harmony Borax back riding. added benefit of EV mode at full Works where almost three tons Global Auto News Launches You Tu b e Channel Reflecting back on the last 30 years of Auto News; we’ve seen automotive news trends and indus- try changes. We’ve seen different content means come and go, along with automakers, manufacturers and the like as the industry ebbs and flows. We’ve seen the land- scape of the auto industry change tremendously with updates in technology, changes in consumer behaviors; and today, we’re adding a new way for you to get your Auto News! YouTube! 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What Road SHOWCASE REVIEWS Are We On CHEVROLET TRAVERSE PREMIER HONDA CIVIC HATCH SPORT TRG And Where Is It Heading? by Gary Murphy continued from page 4 sonal freedom. Surfing, the beach, drive-in movies, drive-in restau- rants, country roads and cheap . The music told us what to expect and it was delivered. Hollywood was still in full tilt The ALL-NEW 2020 Chevrolet BASE PRICE: $39,345 The Honda Civic with 9 trim BASE PRICE: $28,850 with movie stars and heart throbs. Traverse is without a doubt TYPE: 4 dr. SUV lines; EX, EX-L, EX-T, LX, Si, TYPE: 4 dr Hatchback Disneyland opened amid orange groves and was a great place to one of, the best SUV’s in ENGINE: 3.6 Liter V-6 Sport, Sport Touring, Touring, ENGINE: 1.5 liter take a date. It was “a golden era” their line-up. Big, beautiful, TRANS: 9 sp AT Type R has been and will TRANS: CVT and the “best of times”. roomy, powerful, loaded with HORSEPOWER: 310 hp continue to be a “Top seller” HORSEPOWER: 180 hp What happened? A housing extras and priced right. MPG: 27 mpg in the Honda Line-up MPG: 35 mpg sprawl accommodated an over- whelming mixed throng of new residents for over 70 years. It was a tidal wave of people from other States and countries around the world. Los Angeles County MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT LEXUS RX 450h F SPORT had, and probably still has, more registered motor vehicles within its’ borders than any other State in America, with the exception of California. This helped create the one or two hour commute time, each way, to work and home on a daily basis. Southern Califor- nian’s depend on their cars and trucks like a newborn child does on its mother. They were and still are our lifeblood. Politically, on the West Coast, a war is on against the automobile. Many streets are being closed to most automobile traffic and street parking is vanishing as well. Some new high density buildings are While Mitsubishi is light on their BASE PRICE: $22,495 Lexus continues to round-out BASE PRICE: $50,550 being constructed with little or no vehicle lineup they are very strong TYPE: SUV (Sport) it’s lineup of luxury sport SUV TYPE: 4 dr. SUV tenant or guest parking. The trend is to live, work, eat, shop and play on their family of SUV’s. The Out- ENGINE: 2.4 liter models with the RX 450h F ENGINE: 3.5 liter within a few square blocks. This lander Sport is priced right with TRANS: CVT sport. This hybrid is in a TRANS: CVT way, walking or a bicycle will 20 safety and security features. HORSEPOWER: 168 hp class of it’s own. HORSEPOWER: 308 hp suffice. We are being force fed this A “must-see” when looking. MPG: 28 mpg MPG: 28 mpg change for our own good, even if it kills us. In sarcasm, bless our elected officials. Is this a play to dispose those of us over the age of 65 along with the automobile? Here comes China’s gift to the SUBARU ASCENT SUV VOLVO XC 90 T8 E world, Coronavirus, and with a Government edict, much of the U.S. population is sentenced to virtual imprisonment for populace and self protection. I am not debat- ing whether this action is correct or not; rather let’s look at the repercussions, near and long term. Unfortunately, many people will lose everything they have worked for, short of their lives, and never financially recover. Thousands of businesses will suffer the same consequences. To the unfortunate thousands of people who have lost their lives, our heart’s go out to their families and friends, who will only be able Subaru continues to add BASE PRICE: $39,345 Volvo is moving into the luxury BASE PRICE: $67,500 to hold them in memory. new and larger models to TYPE: 3 ROW SUV class with this large 3-row SUV. TYPE: SUV Many of the businesses, which are going to close, will be in the their line-up. This 3 row ENGINE: 2.4 liter TURBO With 8 trim lines including a ENGINE: 2.0 Turbo Hybrid automotive industry. Even though SUV with a turbo charged TRANS: CVT plug-in hybrid Volvo has the TRANS: 8 sp AT this industry may be under attack 4 cylinder engine comes in HORSEPOWER: 260 hp product to compete with the HORSEPOWER: 400 hp in many ways, please help support 4 trim lines with lots of extras MPG: 26 mpg best luxury SUV’S MPG: E-55 overall 27 mpg those who have been decent and fair to you over the years. Let us help each other. An American tradition has been to pull together and help *** all information on vehicles as tested our neighbors in difficult times. Reward people of good character autonewsonline.com/showcase reviews continued on page 20 August / September 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 15

Webasto Teams Up With Expedition Overland Overland vehicles are built Northwest Territories. Deciding on to venture far off the grid into using the proven technology of the places where self-sufficiency in genuine Webasto product ensured any weather is key. When the parts availability, a trained service Expedition Overland (XO) team network and warranty coverage needed a mission-critical solution would be available globally for for their winter journey to the this and future adventures. Arctic Circle, a Webasto Air Top Webasto understood the time Evo 40 12V heater was the logical constraints of the mission and the choice. Efficiently using diesel importance of proper installation. fuel, it produces the life saving In February, 2020, it sent its team heat needed when nights dip into of technicians to the XO hanger in sub-zero temperatures. Bozeman, Montana, to assist in the XO founders Clay and Rachelle installation. Croft had a propane heater in their “The Webasto Air Top Evo 40 highly modified 2016 Toyota is incredible,” said Clay Croft. Tacoma. After testing, they deter- “It worked its magic in a very mined a critical need for more heat harsh environment. We asked a output and efficiency for the March lot from the heater and it met the 1-April 1, 2020, Arctic expedition. challenge when it hit -20˚ F.” A In the overlanding world, diesel video of the process is at bit.ly/ heaters are rapidly gaining popu- WebastoOverland. larity. Team XO understood the “We’re excited to be working importance of this critical piece of with Expedition Overland on this equipment and chose the proven project knowing that our product reliability of the Webasto Air helped keep the Giordanos safe,” Top Evo 40. It features automatic said Chip Raches, RV application altitude adjustment and low fuel manager, Webasto Thermo & consumption, producing 13,650 Comfort North America. “Their BTU/h of heat to the habitat. It was productions showcase some of an important decision because the the most interesting corners of SOLO adventure team of Richard the planet with compelling sto- and Ashley Giordano would soon rytelling.” travel in the Team XO Tacoma Founded in 2010 by Clay and to Tuktoyaktuk, on the shores of Rachelle Croft, Expedition Over- the Arctic Ocean in the Canadian continued on page 21

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WOMEN in the WOMEN in the AUTO WORLD women in the AUTO WORLD AUTO WORLD Previously Featured: “women in the auto world” Lyn St. James – Indy Race Driver Monika Kalenski – MEK Magnet Joyce Chow – Social Media Mogul Felicia Fields – Ford HR VP Chanterria McGilbra – Prancing Ponies Sarah Deccio – Distribution Mgr. Mary Barra – GM CEO Elena Cortesi – Ford Comm. Mgr. Valerie Thompson – Motorcycle Racer Michelle Christensen – Acura Design Muffy Bennett – Car Collector Ashley, Courtney & Brittany Force – Drag Racing Champions Lisa Copeland – FCA Dealer Jennifer Biggs – Repair Shop Owner Toyota of Marysville – Ladies at Work See Sally’s Hyundai Sonata Story on page 18 See Chris Chung’s Page 2 & Same PageToyota Supra Story

16 Sally Hanson with Hyundai Sonata (photo Auto News) Chris Chung with Supra (photo Auto News) Driving the New Supra Changed My Mind continued from page 2 dashboard design, and switches are all BMW; however this gives the car a luxurious feel on the interior. The engineering of the car though, is incredible. The Supra uses the infamous BMW B58 twin-turbo’d power plant putting out 335hp and 365 lb-ft of torque, combined with BMW front strut and rear multi link suspension. The Supra body is three inches wider and the doors are longer than the Toyota 86, making the Supra twice as stiff. This combination works perfectly inline to allow the Supra to lean into turns and explode out of them like a dog on fire. Driving Experience: With 335hp, the Supra doesn’t look like anything outrageous on paper, I expected it to drive like my ‘07 335i coupe. However, the tuning of that motor, mated with the loathed 8-speed automatic is incredibly responsive and smooth. Touch the gas and you’re able to go 0-60 in 3.8 seconds, stay on that gas and in the blink of an eye you’ll be at 90 MPH+. The Supra never feels out of control though, the steel structure, low center of gravity, and 50/50 weight ratio gives the Supra a planted feel giving you a sense of security while traveling at high speeds. All in all, as mentioned, I’m an “old soul” when it comes to car “Largest Shelby Inventory in the U.S. preferences; and have a tendency to prefer my cars with a key that and We Ship Anywhere in the U.S.” you turn, a gearbox you shift, and few tech enhancements. The Supra however, has started to Visit us 24/7 at PIERREFORD.COM change my perspective. Do I think that this car would be enhanced by a manual option? Yes. But through the perfect harmony that is the driving experience you get while operating the new Supra, I’ve come to recognize and appreci- ate the different type of driving experience and joy that a vehicle packed with tech and delivered with the best of both German and Japanese engineering can bring. August / September 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 17

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cade mountain range and through luggage for a road trip. Hyundai Sonata Visits Goose Ridge Winery the incredible farming valleys to Goose Ridge’s tasting room Sally Hanson, an Auto News years, is now located in Wash- visit wineries in the area — as the Tri-Cities along the Columbia was closed at the time of my feature writer for the past 30 ington’s wine country, and will a designated driver — in press River. visit because of the COVID 19 vehicles to give readers a view With a longer wheelbase and pandemic, but I have frequented of new automotive offerings lower stance than its predeces- their tasting room and beautiful as well as a glimpse of wine sor, the exterior of Hyundai’s grounds previously and can give destinations you might enjoy. mid-size sedan looks like a sports you a glimpse of what awaits visi- Sally is scholarship co-chair coupe from its seamless hood tors to this winery when the crisis of the Northwest Automotive to its fastback rear design. LED subsides. The winery and vineyards Press Association. headlights and taillights integrate are located west of Badger Moun- by Sally Hanson with the chrome trim adding to the tain with beautiful views toward Leaving Western Washington intriguing appearance of the sedan. Red Mountain from the relaxed heading to the Columbia Valley During my drive of the Sonata, I seating on the front patio. Another in Central Washington is always a visited one of my favorite wineries patio behind the tasting room offers great drive to get a feel for the capa- in Richland, Washington — Goose shaded seating with a grassy area to bilities of a new vehicle because the Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery picnic or play. Beautiful vineyards interstates offer winding roadways to pick up an order of wine at their surround the facility. that ascend through mountain convenient curbside window off Beginning as a family farming passes along with straight-aways their tasting room. When load- business in Washington’s Yakima that give the driver the opportunity ing the wine into the trunk of the Valley early in the twentieth to get better acquainted with the Sonata, I was amazed at the very century, the Monson family later comfort features that are available adequate trunk capacity. The 16 began establishing vineyards in the in the vehicle. The all new 2020 cubic feet of cargo space is squared hills around Richland and in 1998 Meredith Bowman of Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery proudly Hyundai Sonata Limited produced off to accommodate lots more wine created Goose Ridge Estate Vine- shows off the selection of hand and surface sanitizer offered at the winery. an impressive drive over the Cas- than I purchased along with ample yards and Winery. Today Goose Ridge owns and operates the larg- est contiguous estate vineyard in Washington State with more than 2,000 acres of estate grapes for its Ten Years of Honoring Automotive Legends and We Hope five company brands and dozens of other wineries. The family-run To See You At Our Next Legends of Auto Gala ...... ! business continues with the vision established by M. L. Monson and his son, Arvid. The company is led and managed by his three children: Valerie and Washington State University Cougars Bill and Molly with their spouses Darci and Rob who are also Cougars. Varietals offered at Goose Ridge include Chardonnay featuring refreshing flavors of delicious fruits, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, White Blends, Merlot, Syrah, Rose Cabernet and Red Blends. Outdoor essentials in cans under the Cascade Outfitters label are sparkling white and Rose. Goose Ridge’s ciders are also a treat and are offered in several fla- vors including pomegranate, apple spiced pecan, pear and cherry. Top Row: Diane Fitzgerald (President, RPM Foundation for Lyn St. James), Ed Justice Jr., Corky Coker, Barry Meguiar Hyundai also offers a tremen- Bottom Row: Beau Boeckmann, Dana Mecum, Rita and Rick Case, Steve Saleen, Ryan Falconer (photo by Joyce Chow) dous selection of options in their 2020 Sonata. Available in four trims — SE, SEL, SEL Plus, and To recognize and award individual accomplishments, that have significantly Limited, the Sonata includes high- Mission Statement level features that deserve your advanced the auto industry around the world and to help develop the next generation of auto industry leaders. attention. A trio of powertrains — 2.5-liter, turbocharged 1.6-liter and hybrid — are offered. Honored Members of Legends of Auto The Limited Sonata with a George Barris* Tom duPont Parnelli Jones Dana Mecum 180hp, 1.6-liter Turbo Gasoline * Direct Injection four cylinder Beau Boeckmann Vic Edelbrock Ed Justice Jr. Bruce Meyer engine was the vehicle I tested. Bert Boeckmann Ryan Falconer Jay Leno Peter Mullin The smooth and quiet ride, spa- Bob Bondurant Ken Gross Ken Lingenfelter Roger Penske cious interior, and elegant fit and Sandra Button Dan Gurney* Keith Martin Stewart Reed finis of the vehicle were impres- Rita & Rick Case Lee Iacocca* Barry Meguiar Steve Saleen sive. Designed for comfort and Corky Coker Lyn St. James Bruce McCaw Carroll Shelby* convenience, the Sonata exceeded *Departed Legends my expectations. Gas mileage was 36 mpg on the highway. 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SPACE IS LIMITED - Questions - [email protected] *New date to be announced Q4 2020 Goose Ridge Winery also has a history of innovation and recently shifted to making hand and surface sanitizer as a way to partner with sponsored by benefiting presented by the community during these dif- ficult times. The sanitizer is avail- able for curbside pickup or online. The Hyundai Sonata and Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard and Winery pair nicely to provide a great look- ing vehicle and beautiful wines. August / September 2020 autonewsonline.com/youtube 19 OEM & AFTERMARKET PARTS “Jim Farley, Ford CEO Will Be Honored 2020 Chevrolet Silverado at the Next Auto News “Legends of Auto 2500 Test Drive Report continued from page 9 drilled for a 5th-wheel hitch, and a Wi-Fi Hotspot. The infotainment one of the camera views will allow Gala” (See www.legendsofauto.com) system features voice recognition, you to see the bed and any cargo by Bill McCallum of Europe and tasked with another in all of Ford’s Global Markets. a rear seat reminder, and a Bose™ back there. I am pleased to announce that “turn-around” project. Jim has an MBA from UCLA Premium stereo system. There is a With a camera that offers 15 Jim Farley Ford COO will be In his new role as COO Jim is in and we welcome him as a true wireless phone charger, USB ports, different views you can see the honored at our next Legends of charge of Automotive Operations LEGEND OF AUTO. a 12-volt power source, and a very front view, overhead view, at Auto Gala Event, SEE (www. handy 110-volt electrical outlet. the rear bumper for hooking up, legendsofauto.com) I have known Rear seat passengers have air and a transparent trailer view. An Jim for over 30 years and it is my conditioning vents, a couple of optional camera can be mounted opinion that he is the only auto cup holders, USB ports, a power on the back of your trailer to be executive in the world that can outlet, and heated rear seats. able to see behind you. change the direction Ford has The LTZ package comes well A new independent front been heading during the last three equipped, but this truck has almost suspension and a new frame for years. That is if Ford’s Board of $20,000 in options, half of that 2020. It is a very quiet cab and Directors let him do what needs being the Duramax™ diesel. the is very quiet also. to be done. This truck has the Premium The interior is very bland but I met Jim in the 1990’s when he package which gives you cooled move up to the High Country was the head of strategic planning front seats, forward collision alert, and it will cost you an additional for Toyota and was launching lane departure warning, power $12,400. the Scion brand. He then was sliding rear window, park assist, Total MSRP as equipped is promoted to Group VP and GM blind spot monitoring, surround $73,265 and that puts it in line of Lexus. In November of 2007 vision camera, a terrific heads-up with Ford and Ram offerings. The he was Alan Mullaly’s first hire display, and a power tailgate. You standard base price is $53,300.00. and was put in charge of select can lower the tailgate with the key This new Chevy Heavy-Duty global markets and part of Alan’s fob, but you must push a button has a capacity of 18,500 pounds. “turn-around” team. on the tailgate to raise it. Still, a The Duramax™ with the Allison™ In 2015 Jim was promoted to Jim Farley, Ford COO with his wife and daughter with his power open and close aluminum transmission work very well VP of Ford and President of Ford Concours Car at Concours d’Elegance 2019 tailgate is a very nice touch. together. One thing I would like Chevy now offers new trailer to mention is if you opt for the Dominate the Drag Strip also provided with quicker accel- towing mirrors that will extend out gas engine and you can figure eration due to the oil’s low drag Morgan Lucas, or fold in with the push of a button. out the cost of the diesel option With Lucas Oil’s FL-0 qualities. 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Their sales were off 42% make pavements that are stiffer, percent of the inexpensive material they have too. with the Coronavirus and in need Every time you hear a deep Kirchain explains. That reduces could dramatically improve its Here is one example from a of cash infusion. BYD had never rumble and feel your house shake the amount of deflection, which stiffness, they say. Another way story in the Los Angeles Times made a mask for personal use by when a big truck roars by, that’s reduces wear on the road but also of increasing rigidity is simply to newspaper. Nissani Hyundai in the public but quickly converted partly because the weight of heavy reduces the slightly uphill motion adjust the grading of the different Culver City, California closed the one of their buildings to produce vehicles causes a slight deflection the vehicle constantly has to make sizes of aggregate used in the mix, doors on their franchise dealer- masks. Governor Newson gave in the road surface under them. to rise out of its own depression to allow for a denser overall mix ship unannounced and had all BYD an order for over one bil- It’s enough of a dip to make a in the road. with more rock and less binder. the customers vehicles in the lion dollars to make masks for difference to the trucks’ overall “When we as individuals walk on “If there are high quality local service department towed to an California. Remember, a billion fuel efficiency. pavements, they seem like perfectly materials available” to use in the off-site storage facility. Owners is one thousand times larger than Now, a theoretical study rigid things. They’re not responding asphalt or concrete mix, “we can of these cars finally located them a million. I would have assumed by MIT researchers suggests to us,” he says. “But for trucks, that use them to improve the stiffness, and were asked to pay large sums that somewhere in America, a that small changes in roadway is not the case. There is enough of a or we can just adjust the grading of of money to regain possession of company or companies would paving practices could reduce deflection in that surface that some the aggregates that we are using for their same. When Jim Trainor have welcomed this contract and that efficiency loss, potentially amount of energy is expended to these pavements,” says Azarijafari. of Hyundai Corporate became put Americans to work. I guess eliminating a half-percent of the overcome the little divot that you And adding different fibers is “very aware of this situation, he got “assumption” doesn’t work when total greenhouse gas emissions create as you drive along.” He likens inexpensive compared to the total all their vehicles released and the principle stockholder of BYD from the transportation sector, at it to the difference between walking cost of the mixture, but it can taken to another Hyundai deal- is Warren Buffett, CEO of Berk- little to no cost. on a hard surface versus walking change the stiffness properties of ership for the proper work to be shire Hathaway. Gavin Newson The findings are detailed in a on sand, which takes more effort the mixture significantly.” done. Any monies which these stated that “the purchasing power paper in the journal Transportation because you sink in with each step. Yet another way is to switch patrons were out, Jim Trainor (of California) as a nation state”. Research Record, by MIT postdoc Looking to the future, Kirchain from asphalt pavement surfaces to made sure they were reimbursed What????? Hessam Azarijafari, research says that while projections show concrete, which has a higher initial in full. Jim Trainor is Director of Where all of this is going, I scientist Jeremy Gregory, and a slight decline in passenger car cost but is more durable, leading to Communications for Hyundai have no idea. I fear we will be in principal research scientist in the travel over coming decades, they equal or lower total lifecycle costs. North America and a friend of this “kettle of fish” for some time Materials Research Laboratory show an increase in truck travel Many road surfaces in northern this publication and its editor. with few answers or directions. Randolph Kirchain. 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Mecum Exceeds $74 Million in Indy with a Triumphant Return to Live Auctions 33rd Annual Flagship Event price of the original McQueen outcome ever, and I think I can S143) at $1,430,000 Fastback (Lot F142) at $852,500 Becomes Most Successful in “Bullitt” Mustang sold by Mecum speak for everyone here at Mecum 3. 1966 Shelby GT350 8. 1963 Rolls-Royce Silver Company History just six months ago. in saying that we are thrilled to Convertible (Lot F145) at Cloud III Drophead Coupe (Lot Mecum Auctions held its most Following on the coattails of be back with live auctions for our $1,100,000 S114) at $726,000 successful Indianapolis auction 5R002, Atzbach’s other Shelby customers and fans alike.” 4. 1964 Shelby 289 9. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 to date as the 33rd annual flagship vehicles made a strong showing in The complete top 10 collector- Independent Competition Cobra Daytona (Lot S144) at $715,000 event climbed to just more than the top sellers list as well, claiming car sales at the Indy 2020 auction (Lot F143) at $990,000 10. 2011 Ferrari 599 GTO (Lot $74 million in overall sales. In all, an additional four of the 10 top include: 5. 2018 Ford GT (Lot S135) S117) at $698,500 the 2020 auction was host to 1,800 spots. At No. 3 was his 1966 Shelby 1. 1965 Shelby GT350R at $946,000 Live Road Art and online-only vehicles and more than 6,000 Road GT350 Convertible (Lot F145) that Prototype (Lot F140) at 6. 1965 Shelby GT350 Paxton items offered via Mecum On Time Art lots offered over nine auction brought $1.1 million, and in seat $3,850,000 Prototype (Lot F141) at $880,000 were once again an indispensable days, July 10-18. The sprawling No. 4, Atzbach’s 1964 Shelby 289 2. 1965 Ferrari 275 GTS (Lot 7. 1966 Shelby GT350 Paxton highlight of the event, Indy lineup ultimately achieved Independent Competition Cobra an overall sell-through rate of 90% (Lot F143) that sold for $990,000. as the vehicles alone reached an Ferrari was another common exceptional 78% sold. Notably, moniker to appear among top sales 346 of the vehicles offered were in Indy, with the auction’s No. 2 sold to online-only bidders for a top seat occupied by a 1965 Ferrari total of $10.3 million. 275 GTS (Lot S143) that sold for Headlined by the offering of the $1.43 million, and seats No. 9 and John Atzbach Shelby collection, 10 claimed by a 1971 Ferrari 365 the 2020 Indy auction was not GTB/4 Daytona (Lot S144) at only a historic event for Mecum, $715,000 and a 2011 Ferrari 599 but it also added to the history GTO (Lot S117) at $698,500. books for the Ford Mustang, as “We put forth tremendous effort 5R002—the 1965 Shelby GT350R to follow, meet and exceed all of Prototype (Lot F140) from the the safety protocols necessary Atzbach stables—became the to provide a safe environment to world’s most valuable Mustang conduct a successful, full-scale ever sold. Demanding a final sale live auction. Not only did we price of $3.85 million, the car succeed, we raised the bar,” Mecum exists as the first Shelby R-Model Director of Consignments Frank competition car built and the first Mecum explained. “By enhancing Shelby Mustang to win a race, both our on-site and live-online easily qualifying it as the most bidding processes, we were able historically significant Shelby to open so many new doors and Mustang in the world; its record- allow everyone to participate in setting sale in Indy marked yet whichever way made the most another first place finish for The sense for our customers. The results Ken Miles “Flying Mustang” as speak for themselves: the auction it eclipsed the world-record sale in Indy was the annual event’s best 1965 Shelby GT350R Prototype sold for $3,850,000

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“Presenting Sponsor of WA. State Hot Rod Hall of Fame” autonewsonline.com/youtube August / September 2020 Keith McCormick, Founder of McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auctions Discusses How They Navigated Through The Covid-19 Crisis and Are Preparing For Their November 20th-22nd Auction by Ketih McCormick ing our overseas regular buyers 8 weeks, but not before paying all tions has issued us our next two As one of the longest running from Europe. The weather at this our sellers out of course. We did contracts to conduct these live medium sized Classic Car Auction event was Palm Springs sunny not Qualify for the governments events. We will be totally rede- housed in California I would like perfect as usual in February, the Payroll Protection Plan but chose signing the tent layout to meet to share our experiences in dealing crowds were large, but there was to pay our staff full wages during the safety health requirements with the pandemic. We are now a feel of uncertainty. We normally the closure. of the CDC. The pent up desire in our 34th year of conducting run a healthy sale rate of 70%, but In California the Governor from buyers and sellers to get two Classic Car Auctions in Palm this dropped to 57%. The Arizona and our City officials classed our back to the resemblance of normal Springs California. Our last live sales were all off in January quite business as “Essential” and we is tremendous. The market will Auction conducted was at the end a percentage, so we thought we are allowed to re-open using all recover. The USA is well covered of February and I believe possibly were adjusting too. We feel now CDC guidelines. On Monday May with some bright forward thinking was the last live event before all we were the luckiest company in 11th we re-opened to start work leadership of Classic Car Auction others were cancelled due to the the world to edge out a profitable on our November 20/21/22 2020 companies that will take the bull business lock down of live events. sale before the Country and World Auction event. by the horns and run with it as We knew things were starting to shut down. On March 16th we The Palm Springs Convention we will. slow down as this event was miss- closed our showroom offices for Center where we hold our Auc-

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