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QC Auto Show: Event features a ‘dream car’ for everybody
Consumers look over a 2025 yellow Corvette Stingray with a sticker price of about $97,000 on Friday, Feb. 28, during the first day of the 2025 Quad City Regional Auto Show at the Bend XPO in East Moline. CREDIT DAVE THOMPSON Tom Haar was having a lot of fun looking over a popular sports car…
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All Iowa Auto Show returns for weekend at Iowa Events Center
Actor/comedian Jimmie Walker found fame as James Evans Jr., a.k.a. ‘J.J.’, on the classic TV sitcom, Good Times (CBS, 1974-1979). But he grew up poor in New York City. For Jimmie Walker, his early life was a challenge. His mother worked as a teacher’s aid to support their family. As Walker told author Peggy Herz…
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Mardi Gras celebration, car shows: 4 events to attend in New Caney, Porter this weekend, Feb. 28-March 1
Check out what’s happening in the New Caney and Porter areas this weekend, Feb. 28-March 1. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Project Graduation Car Show Support the graduating seniors at Porter High School through the 2025 Car Show. The show will award categories such as “Best Classic Car,” “Most Unique”…
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Mardis Gras celebration, car shows: 4 events to attend in New Caney, Porter this weekend, Feb. 28-March 1
Check out what’s happening in the New Caney and Porter areas this weekend, Feb. 28-March 1. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Project Graduation Car Show Support the graduating seniors at Porter High School through the 2025 Car Show. The show will award categories such as “Best Classic Car,” “Most Unique”…
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Milwaukee Auto Show
The yearly Milwaukee Auto Show is a great way for folks to see what manufacturers are offering with the newer models, without the sales pressure. Debbie Lazaga visited the show to see what’s up as the Milwaukee Auto Show spotlights new tech trends. Every year we get a new batch of brand new, some concept,…
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2025 Silicon Valley Auto Show underway, flying car draws attention: Here’s a look
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KGO) — From the roads to the skies, a flying car is stealing the spotlight at this weekend’s 2025 Silicon Valley Auto Show. Crowds began filing into the auto show when it kicked off Friday. “The consumer can come here and experience many different vehicles all in one place,” said Brian Moody,…
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Sam Klemet on plans for next Detroit Auto Show: Build on momentum
Sam Klemet knew he was in for the ride of his life and career when he joined the Detroit Auto Dealers Association as co-executive director last May alongside Rod Alberts. The organization stages the Detroit Auto Show and at the time, it was gearing up for its signature event that was about to make its…
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NSRA Street Rod Nationals 2025
The largest hot rod show in the area! Join NSRA and company at one of the greatest car shows. Click here for the insider’s guide. Between 10,000 and 11,000 street rods, customs, muscle cars and special interest vehicles. In addition to the street rods, there will be vehicles from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s…
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2025 Cleveland Auto Show at the I-X Center: What to expect at this year’s event
Start your engines! It’s that time of year again as the 2025 Cleveland Auto Show races into the I-X Center with the 10-day event running from Feb. 21 through March 2. Want to go? We’ve compiled a complete guide below with everything you need to know about the 2025 Cleveland Auto Show… Be sure to…
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Suburban breweries on tap at Chicago Auto Show ‘Flights’ event
The Chicago Auto Show included more than opportunities to check out – and even test drive some – cars, trucks, SUVs and more, but also for one night, a chance to sample specialties from area breweries. Among the nearly two dozen brewers showcased at “Friday Night Flights” last Friday night, several were on tap representing…