Thursday, 1 October 2015
Foden Steam Wagon traversing the Florida roadways, 1974
Photo by Ro McGonegal, https://www.facebook.com/Petersen.Photo.Archive?fref=photo
the first steam-powered vehicle to drive around the world
For the new James Bond film “Spectre,” around $36 million worth of cars were destroyed
http://blog.dupontregistry.com/celebrity-cars/36-million-worth-of-cars-destroyed-for-new-spectre-film/
7 of the 10 Aston Martin DB10s that were made for the movie were destroyed, also some Jaguars, and Land Rovers. Of course, this doesn't even account for the stolen vehicles that had been ready to ship to the filming of the movie, 5 Range Rovers that disappeared in December 2014 and 4 vehicles no news outlet would name. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/bond-cars-stolen-germany-755771
Michigan's Upper Penninsua - Lake Superior Rally in 2 weeks
The Lake Superior Performance Rally takes place during peak foliage season in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, which means that this rally is always one of the most unforgettable and picturesque. Headquartered in Houghton, the unpredictable fall weather could mean conditions anywhere from dry and sunny to accumulating heavy snows. LSPR takes advantage of the rugged terrain of the Keweenaw and Lake Superior shoreline to live up to its reputation as the oldest, meanest, toughest rally on the circuit.
http://www.lsprorally.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/2015_LSPR_Spectator_Info.pdf
http://www.lsprorally.com/
http://rally-america.com/events/2015/LSPR/stages
https://www.facebook.com/LSProRally
Optima is having a film festival Nov 5th, Mandalay Bay
Optima is inviting the best content creators, storytellers and adventurers in the world of automotive performance to submit your work for the first ever film festival dedicated exclusively to killer short-form automotive content.
All films must be submitted by 11:59PM CST, Monday, October 5th.
http://www.optimafilmfest.com/
Wednesday, 30 September 2015
On Oct 1st the second largest central business district in Johannesburg, South Africa select streets in will be entirely off-limits to cars. One city. One month. No cars.
It’s an experiment called the EcoMobility World Festival (ecomobility, meaning environmentally-friendly means of tranport like biking, walking and public transit) and the goal is to “showcase the potential for a neighborhood within a major world city to adopt an ecomobile lifestyle and experience its impact.”
For one month, a significant part of Johannesburg will become an example of a sustainable, environmentally-conscious city of the future could look like.
Sandton is one of the most congested areas in Johannesburg with around 80,000 cars and more than 100,000 people moving within the neighborhood daily. No cars on these typically congested streets will be a big change
http://blog.publicbikes.com/2015/09/one-city-one-month-no-cars/
The City of Johannesburg has sought to reassure Sandton motorists that the upcoming car-free month won't be the disaster they expect.
"Let us say, probably on day one, there are going to be things [that] are not going to be business as usual..." Lisa Seftel, executive transport director at the City of Johannesburg, said on Tuesday.
"Sandton is not going to survive if everybody is going to come in private cars and we are trying to provide quality public transport."
For the first time in South Africa, the EcoMobility World Festival will be held in Sandton.
Those who work in Sandton will need to use alternative forms of transport, such as buses, bicycles and the Gautrain or travel on foot.
There is a public transport loop, with a bus lane, that runs around the expanse of Sandton's CBD.
http://www.news24.com/SouthAfrica/News/Carmageddon-to-hit-Sandton-20150922
the Blue Moon Cycle collection, Atlanta Georgia
Since 1987, Blue Moon Cycle has been in the Atlanta, Georgia motorcycle scene.
Over the years, Blue Moon’s day-to-day operations revolved around the sales and service of modern BMW motorcycles.
In addition to selling late model machines, Blue Moon is well known as a parts distributor for antique European motorcycles dating back to the 1950s. Most recently, John made the decision to sell his BMW dealership franchise and focus on strictly vintage motorcycles.
On September 12th, 2015, Blue Moon Cycle officially re-opened to welcome its visitors to a showroom and museum where more than 100 vintage European machines are on display. Dozens of beautiful BMW, DKW, Horex, NSU, and Adler motorcycles are presented, as well as rare makes and models such as Bohmerland, Munch, Immer and Gnome Rhone.
Found on https://www.facebook.com/classicchromeradio
wood tank, Viana do Bolo, Carnival, Quintillo do Pando, Tanque de Barrio
also, for a better clip, because it isn't embeddable https://www.facebook.com/thewoodworkingtips/videos/741944092605896/
Wright's Diner was an a 1893 Pullman Palace Car Company dining car used by President Roosevelt in his 1912 political campaign.
This was known as the “Diner” for many years. The 75-foot railroad car was built in 1893 for the World’s Columbian Exposition at a cost of $25,000. It is believed that Theodore Roosevelt used it for his 1900 and 1904 presidential campaigns. It was retired in 1931, purchased by Henry Tattersal of Sandwich for $75 in California, and moved to Sandwich to the southwest corner of Main and Church Streets for a restaurant.
Found on https://www.facebook.com/pages/Time-Travelers-come-travel-back-in-time/284477301577152?fref=photo
It's still there, and open for business http://bullmoosebar.com/
The flyer train was so successful that it was commissioned by the united states to serve our 26th president, teddy roosevelt. the isabella escorted president roosevelt from coast to coast from 1900 through 1913. upon campaigning for the 1912 presidential election, teddy roosevelt defected from the republican party and started the progressive party.
In 1977 a full-service restaurant and bar were added to the diner increasing the ability to serve more guests. over the years the train car appearance was changed and the structure began to fall into disrepair. in 2010 a year-long major renovation was undertaken to restore the isabella to its original glory and to modernize the bar and dining room into the incredible structure that you are able to enjoy today.
http://bullmoosebar.com/history/
You can find more roadside railcar diners at http://hickscarworks.blogspot.com/2008/06/roadside-diners.html
Just released on Monday, Cragar 50th anniversary center caps, The part# is A-09099.
It's listed on Jegs! http://www.jegs.com/i/Cragar/260/A-09099/10002/-1
https://www.facebook.com/cragarwheels
And this is the beginning of a guitar that Cragar is going to give away
This will be displayed and given away at SEMA 2015
http://sweepstakes.cragarwheel.com/
as long as I'm posting cool Cragar stuff, check out this award
Swift’s stock price (SWFT) has declined nearly 46% so far in 2015
The costs of accidents appears to be taking a toll on mega carrier Swift Transportation, which just reduced their full-year 2015 earnings forecast by more than 10%.
http://www.livetrucking.com/swift-transportation-says-costs-of-accidents-are-taking-a-toll-on-their-earnings/
The Phoenix-based company said it also has struggled with delayed deliveries of new trucks and faces charges related to accident and worker’s compensation claims and the settlement of a class-action gender-discrimination lawsuit.
The so-called “Amazon effect” on the distribution network is “a small piece” of Swift’s woes, but the company has seen a much bigger impact from the cost of insurance claims and legal services.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/swift-transportation-cuts-outlook-1443205532
http://www.livetrucking.com/swift-transportation-says-costs-of-accidents-are-taking-a-toll-on-their-earnings/
The Phoenix-based company said it also has struggled with delayed deliveries of new trucks and faces charges related to accident and worker’s compensation claims and the settlement of a class-action gender-discrimination lawsuit.
The so-called “Amazon effect” on the distribution network is “a small piece” of Swift’s woes, but the company has seen a much bigger impact from the cost of insurance claims and legal services.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/swift-transportation-cuts-outlook-1443205532
Tuesday, 29 September 2015
the reason there is a WW1 airplane in the Phoenix Intl Airport Terminal 3, it to honor the great WW1 ace, Frank Luke
Frank Luke was the first airman to receive the Medal of Honor. His flying battles ranking second among U.S. Army Air Service pilots after Captain Eddie Rickenbacker in number of aerial victories during World War I (Rickenbacker was credited with 26 victories, while Luke's official score was 18).
Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, a U.S. Air Force pilot training installation since World War II, is named in his honor.
Luke was, indeed, one of the most remarkable men to serve his country. He was a giant in developing the skills for aerial combat, and left a legacy still unmatched today.
“He was the most daring aviator and greatest fighter pilot of the entire war. His life is one of the brightest glories of our Air Service. He went on a rampage and shot down fourteen enemy aircraft, including ten balloons, in eight days. No other ace, even the dreaded Richthofen, had ever come close to that.” - Captain Edward V. Rickenbacker
Found on https://www.facebook.com/groups/134585496559585/
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