HOUSTON (January 25, 2016) – Coming off the heels of the Detroit Auto Show, Texas will have the first chance to see a number of all-new vehicles. Nearly 20 models from various manufacturers will make their debut at the 2016 Houston Auto Show coming January 27 through January 31, 2016, along with 700 other new, classic and modified vehicles. Produced annually …
FIRST Robotics Teams Gear Up for “First Stronghold” With $250,000 From FCA Foundation
Working in an industry that is not only hungry, but desperate for new talent can be challenging for everyone involved. The automotive industry presents an outstanding opportunity at many levels. FCA is helping create interest and even passion for innovation among American youth. Kudos to FCA for the large donation to this robotics competition. FCA continually invests in youth programs through …
Lotta & Florence Lawrence, Mother and Daughter Inventors
Reprint from the Historic Vehicle Association. Please visit their page. Historic Vehicle Association On this date in automotive history: “On December 28, 1938, the silent-film star Florence Lawrence commits suicide in Beverly Hills. She was 52 years old. Though she was best known for her roles in nearly 250 films, Lawrence was also an inventor: She designed the first “auto …
Driving on Ice…Tires, Lexus creates “amazing”
Lexus proves its commitment to innovation at every turn. Now its at every turn of their tires – Lexus is the first to explore how frozen water can be used instead of conventional metal and rubber to create tires. A bit of a parody on driving on icy roads. After three months of research, design and testing, the finished wheels were …
Changes in steel that make your vehicle strong and safe
If you have driven vehicles for decades how can you help but compare the way the steel in your car doors feels today compared to the behemoth models they drove as teenagers. Like most automotive technologies the steel industry has seen vast changes and improvements. My first exposure to The Steel Market Development Institute was this year at the Texas Auto Writers …
OOOOHHH Laaaa Laaaa…I’m in love with Lexus LF-FC
Lexus Press Release – Reprint, because I could not get past just staring at the photo! With a high output hydrogen fuel cell and electric motors powering this all wheel drive luxury concept the Lexus LF-FC immediately stole my heart. Add the integration of no touch hand signals that will control your audio and climate control and advanced automated driving …
RAM Heavy Hauler Trucks
Offering best in class towing capacity, fuel economy and comfort, the RAM lineup is a must see, must drive when you are truck shopping. Ready to buy a new or used Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or RAM – There is only one place the Auto MOJO Trio go – you guessed it – we go see someone we trust – Don …
Texas Auto Writers Name the New Nissan Titan XD Truck of Texas for 2015
Proud to be one of the dedicated journalists participating in the TAWA Truck Rodeo last week. Here is a quick peak at the “new” guy who walked with the prestigious title of Truck of Texas. You might be surprised at first, but not once you drive it! happy driving, Lynn Beckwith, That Car Lady Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) named …
America’s Work Truck Reinvented: All-New Ford Super Duty Is Toughest, Smartest, Most Capable Super Duty Ever
From Ford: Toughest: All-new, high-strength steel frame; segment-first, high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body; stronger axles, springs and suspension create the only Built Ford Tough heavy-duty truck lineup that works as hard as Super Duty customers Smartest: 16 class-exclusive new features and up to seven cameras make Super Duty the ultimate tow vehicle; adaptive steering technology makes maneuvering easier Most capable: Ford-engineered, …
Beckman Races 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger R/T to National Record Run and Holeshot Win at NHRA Keystone Nationals
Beckman Races 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger R/T to National Record Run and Holeshot Win at NHRA Keystone Nationals Press Release from FCA: A dramatic holeshot victory by DSR pilot Jack Beckman aboard his 2015 Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car in the final elimination round of the 31st annual NHRA Keystone Nationals, the third of six “Countdown to the …