Why Did the Pontiac Fiero Die?
It’s been 40 years since I first drove off the lot in my brand new Pontiac Fiero. When I bought the car, I was a celebrity amongst my gearhead friends. […]
Author: Scott Swisher
Scott was born an automotive enthusiast and never looked back. He's had many automotive adventures, from racing to car building—in particularly fond of his modified Chevy HHR SS that was capable of hitting 163 mph. In addition to maintaining a 1985 Pontiac Fiero he's owned since new, Scott has a C5 Corvette convertible that's currently undergoing a series of upgrades and a Porsche 911 that's receiving a mild restoration.
Goodyear’s Iconic Blimp Turns 100 Years Old—And Celebrates with a 3-Airship Flyover in Akron, Ohio
2025 marked 100 years since the first Goodyear blimp took flight. And ever since, these Giants of the Air have flown high over of many of the world’s greatest sporting […]
A Rookie’s Guide to Shipping an Exotic or Classic Car Cross-Country (with 8 Vehicle Transport Tips)
I recently made a trip to California…and unexpectedly wound up with a car. Not just any car either, a vintage air-cooled Porsche 911 gifted to me by a beloved relative. […]
Got a New-to-You Car or Truck? Keep a Custom Binder of Receipts, Documents & Paperwork—Here’s Why
How often do you see interesting, original paperwork included with a car at a car show? Better yet, isn’t it a relief to see stacks of mileage logs and service […]
1 of 1: The Story of the Mythical “Fiberide” Plastic Pontiac Wheel Prototypes & the 1985 Fiero That Wears Them
What we have here is a 1985 Fiero GT with 35,000 miles. It’s a cool car for sure, but look closer and you’ll see something far different than any other […]
Surf the North Coast of the U.S.A. in This 1948 Jeep Panel Wagon
After World War II, the Willys-Overland company took what it learned building the famed military Jeep 4×4 and pivoted to a line of rugged vehicles for family, work, and fun. […]
The Upscale Rat Rod? Check Out All the Clever Recycled Details on This 1946 Chevy Truck
I know the term “upscale” isn’t commonly associated with most Rat Rods, but Don Agner is working to change that. You see, Don has taken a 1946 Chevy 2-1/2 ton […]
Handy Tips for Using Your Classic Car or Vintage Vehicle in a Parade
No doubt about it—if you own a vintage car, truck, or Jeep, there’s a good chance someone’s going to eventually ask you to drive it in a parade. And it […]
“The Cannonball Run” Movie Celebration Attracts Rare & Historic Cars—Learn Some History Behind the Famous Cross-Country Event
Based in the small town of Minerva in eastern Ohio, The Minerva Motor Club hosts an annual event called “The Cars Are The Stars”, in which it screens a cherished […]
The Annual La Macchina Molto Bella Auto Show Always Attracts an Amazing Crowd of Vintage Racers, Exotics & Classics
Bath, Ohio – One of the premier automotive events in northeast Ohio is the annual La Macchina Molto Bella auto show. And to sweeten the deal for 2024, the venue […]