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28th Annual Willys Reunion
Aurora, Ohio May 21-22, 2021
Words & photos by Mike Mastracco
Jeep is such an iconic name like Coke, Ford, Xerox, it’s been around sin
‘OLRED’… a 1962 Corvette
Words by Bob Sblendorio, photos by Chris Penree.
“Chronic car enthusiast’s affliction” is a serious condition I recently read about in an
Motorcycle Cannonball…
“It was an ass-kicker,” is probably an understatement. How about riding for eight hours on a cantankerous 11-hp, rigid frame 1915 Harley-Davidson with no windshield, laboring up the “Going-to-the-Sun” road in Glacier National Park, battling constant headwinds, ascending 7,000 feet in elevation, crossing the Continental Divide, through fog, which turned to mist, then rain, then wet snow and snow at the top? Along the way, making any and all repairs by yourself? After surviving that day’s ride, then having to work on the bike until midnight or 1:00 am, and finally going to sleep…up at 6:00 am to do it all again? That’s a typical day—of the sixteen grueling days—participating in the Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run. When 69 year-old Steve DeCosa referred to the event as an “ass-kicker”—it’s definitely (not probably) an understatement.
A Local Truck’s Connection to Seabiscuit
The late 1930s were a dark and tumultuous time in the history of the United States. The Great Depression had been ravaging the American spirit to the core for nearly a decade. The economy was in ruins with unrelenting high unemployment; most citizens were financially wiped-out and many—were just plain hungry.
1941 Chrysler Windsor Highlander
Words Jim MacLachlan, photos Chris Penree:
Pat Abbott of Kirkville, NY was participating in a local car cruise last summer at Lewis Par
‘If I want to go slow, I drive the Model A…If I want to go fast, I drive the 911S!’
Words by Bob Sblendorio, photos by owner:
A member of the Mohican Model A Ford Club since the early 1970s, Bill Kritzler owns a 1930 Mo
TrackMasters – “I’ve had this racing thing in my blood my whole life”
Words Bob Sblendorio, photos Dalton Dobson:
“I’ve had this racing thing in my blood my whole life. I like to push myself in a lot of ca
RJ CARS-Still Fresh From The Barn-30 Years Later
Words Barry Alt, photos Darren Ohara:
Gearing up for the 30th anniversary of the successful restoration business Russell Jacobs started in
Driving for Change in the Digital Automotive Marketplace
Words Natasha Wright, photos Barry Alt:
When Barry Alt first launched Motorhead Digital he knew there were automotive businesses ready f
It’s Chrome with Red…
Words Bob Sblendorio, photos Chris Penree:
When someone asks about the color of her 1951 Mercury Sedan… “It’s chrome with red,” says Na
1974 De Tomaso Pantera
Words Mike Mastracco, photos Chris Penree:
Pantera, Italian for panther, a very powerful animal that adapts well to a variety of habitat
Putt-Putt-Putting…
Words Bob Sblendorio, and photos Chris Penree:
Al Brandolini may be—just may be—the only person in the world to officially win a ¼-mile
The Great Auto Race of 1908
Words by Bob Sblendorio:
The 24 Hours of Le Mans and the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 are impressive races – but how about a non-stop, 169 day,
Apex Invitational at Fountain Elms–Tradition Lives On
Words Pete Maio, photos Chris Penree:
Since their first show in the 1950’s the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Car Show has consi
Volkswagen Club of Central New York
Words by Mike Mastracco:
Central New York is abundant with active car clubs. One local club is the “Volkswagen Club of Central New York
2017 Volkswagen Alltrack
I can still remember my first experiences with cars. Working with my grandfather, as he patched up his old cars, I admired his ability to se
Volkswagen Couple
By Nick Graziano and photos by Dalton Dobson:
After a year of marriage, Central Square couple Pati and Scott Pearse were faced with a de
1967 Volkswagen T1 Pickup Truck
Words by Jacob Cetnar and Photos by Chris Penree:
In the year 1967, many would agree that Ford, Dodge, and Chevrolet pickup trucks ruled
History Revisited
Words Sharie Sblendorio, Photos Jackie Tomarchio Hood:
The Village of Canastota rolled out the red carpet and welcomed the participants
Kaiser Darrin…The Crown Jewel
Words by Mike Mastracco and photos by Dalton Dobson:
Kaiser Darrin, also known as the Kaiser Darrin 161 or in short terms as the “Darrin
Sentimental ‘47 Indian Chief
Words Bob Sblendorio, photos Chris Penree:
For Marcia Dunn, a ‘47 Indian Chief parked in the breakfast area of her small kitchen will pr
The Great Auto Race of 1908
Words by Bob Sblendorio:
The 24 Hours of Le Mans and the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 are impressive races – but how about a non-stop, 169 day,
1977 Charger SE…Floodgate of Memories
After attending a car show in Ogdensburg with his 1977 Dodge Charger SE, Liverpool resident Tom Rose took a drive past his grandparents’ hou
1967 Shelby Cobra 427
Words Bob Sblendorio, photos Thomas Sblendorio:
A 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 is a car that you just don’t get to see very often…or ever. It’
Morrisville College Automotive Program
Words Bob Sblendorio, photos Thomas Sblendorio:
“I love it — why else would I drive three hours a day to come and work here,” explained
Saratoga Auto Museum
When you think of horse racing and New York State, it is almost impossible for Saratoga Springs not to come to mind. Dating back to 1863, it
Upstate Imports Auto Repair
Words by Bob Sblendorio and photos by Dalton Dobson:
Passion — is when you work on cars all day long, all week for your business — and t
An Unforgettable Story About a Forgotten Motorcycle
For most, the Indian Arrow is a forgotten motorcycle due to modern bikes plethora of power, features, and technology. But where did it all
His & Her – Austin-Healey 3000 MK I Roadsters
There are many his & her items on the market today, wedding bands top the list. Other than tying the knot there are sweat shirts, mugs wa
The Beast Under the Hood
Parked at the peak of the driveway at Borys Buniak Fayetteville home is a 1971 Jaguar E-Type (also known as an XKE). It is the kind of car