Category Archives: Automobiles

Be Careful What You Wish For…

Posted on June 11, 2015 by jimsgarage

You may remember an oft told tale of a genie that immerged from a magic lamp and would grant three wishes to a mortal human.  You may also remember how, in the story, that the human struggled to deal with … Continue reading →

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Indy 500 2015–flipping with the stars

Posted on May 16, 2015 by jimsgarage

With Formula 1 evolving its way into becoming a spec series with a hierarchy, it is time to turn our eyes to the Indy series and the Indy 500 race where the month of May is reserved for the teams … Continue reading →

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Formula 1 for 2015–what???

Posted on March 17, 2015 by jimsgarage

Formula 1 is never without controversy, but this past weekend leads one to wonder – what’s the point? I can understand that Mercedes is enjoying being top dog.  Who wouldn’t?  But to dominate to such a degree and block all … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon–North American International Auto Show

Posted on January 11, 2015 by jimsgarage

Flying out to Detroit soon…

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PRI 2014–the People

Posted on December 12, 2014 by jimsgarage

Yes, its all about racing and parts and cars, but there are plenty of things about the PEOPLE at the PRI show as well.  Sometimes its just the unbelievable number of people at the show: As you walk along you … Continue reading →

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PRI 2014–Some Gems

Posted on December 11, 2014 by jimsgarage

Here is where I open myself up to more criticism than usual. As I’ve wandered the exhibition floors and hallways I have come across booths where there are things that catch my eye and impress me.  They may not be … Continue reading →

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PRI 2014- Snake and Mongoose

Posted on December 11, 2014 by jimsgarage

Attendees gathered anxiously for the opening breakfast of this year’s PRI in Indianapolis. The doors to the Sagamore ballroom opened early and everyone found a place to enjoy the complementary breakfast that was followed by a rousing bit of entertainment … Continue reading →

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PRI–Landed

Posted on December 10, 2014 by jimsgarage

Landed in Indianapolis and looking forward to the PRI show!

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Coming Soon, Very Soon–PRI

Posted on December 4, 2014 by jimsgarage

Yes folks another year of Professional Racing Industry show in Indianapolis, Indiana.  I’ll be heading there next week and will bring you photos and commentary on this huge gathering of the racing fraternity. There are often many celebrities and we … Continue reading →

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A Big 3 Day Weekend at VIR

Posted on September 27, 2014 by jimsgarage

Virginia International Raceway has opened up the full course track to host several great events this Friday through Sunday. The SportsCar Vintage Racing Association has come to VIR and brought along several classic vintage race cars. This Saturday I spent … Continue reading →

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