The Automobile and American Life

This blog will expand on themes and topics first mentioned in my book, "The Automobile and American Life." I hope to comment on recent developments in the automobile industry, reviews of my readings on the history of the automobile, drafts of my new work, contributions from friends, descriptions of the museums and car shows I attend and anything else relevant. Copyright 2009-2026, by the author.

Thursday, August 15, 2013

A not-so-flattering commentary on BMW and Prius owners: from WSJ

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Drivers of  BMWs  frequently come in for anecdotal criticism for habits on the road that are perceived as aggressive. Now, a couple of stu...
Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Rally Photos from 1963, Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Pagoda

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Liege-Sofia-Liege Rally, 1963. Eugen Böhringer (centre) and Klaus Kaiser (on the left) after winning in their Mercedes-Benz 230 SL (W 11...
Friday, August 9, 2013

At the La Jolla Ferrari Dealership

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Having trouble with my internet connection right now! Photo taken by Leon Chow at the Ferrari of La Jolla dealership a few days ago for Re...
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Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Reasons why young people do not have a drivers' license: from Michael Sivak at UM Transportation Institute

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This survey examined why a substantial percentage of young adults currently do not have a driver’s license, and the future plans of this gr...

Mercedes Benz at 2013 Pebble Beach

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Benz “Prinz Heinrich car” from 1910. Faithfully restored by Mercedes-Benz Classic in accordance with the requirement for utmo...

First day back in California -- an excellent adventure driving on I-5 and the Chula Vista Pick and Pull

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Hi folks -- well, I got off the plane at 2:30 p.m. and after getting my VW Jetta rental car headed straight for the pick and pull. First ob...
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