Accident kills San Rafael man Sep 15, 2009
Vehicles should be parked on the south side of the no parking signs, according to officials. The picture shows vehicles parked on the north side of the signs. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Bailed-out companies detail new expense rules Sep 15, 2009
When at the car rental agency, employees should choose mid-size vehicles when traveling individually on company business. A full-size vehicle can be rented for trips with three or more employees. (MSNBC -- Business)
Hot Springs businesses collaborate to nab bad check writers Sep 10, 2009
After driving through Hot Springs, she said she sat at Taco Johns and watched vehicles. Not seeing anyone that matched, she then contacted other local businesses to warn them about the couple and to contact her if they see them. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Arc of Washington County plans benefit garage sale Sep 9, 2009
Children can particpate in activities like balloon art and meeting firefighters with their Emergency Response Vehicles. For early shoppers, coffee and donuts will be available, with barbecued hamburgers and hot dogs for lunch. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Charles City parade brings back history Sep 9, 2009
At least he didn t Sunday, as he stood and watched a parade of old farm vehicles drive by at the Cedar Valley Engine Club s 44th annual Thresher s Reunion ... Featured vehicles this year were old International Harvester products. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Newell Labor Day brings history to life Sep 8, 2009
With more than 50 antique vehicles entered, there was a lot of nostalgia for days gone by as folks were reminded of the cars their families drove them in as children. On Monday, the past 99 years of Newell history unfolded in front of spectators as the parade themed "Centennial or Bust" was led through town by parade marshals Ken and Donna Wetz. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Motorheads strut their stuff in Cairo Sep 6, 2009
There were dozens of cars on display this weekend, from 1920s antiques to hotrods to muscle cars, and even specialized vehicles like classic fire department cars, police patrol vehicles and more ... Some of the vehicles at this weekend's car show started out as ordinary vehicles that have been modified to such an extent that they have become works of art themselves. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Classic cars, fans fill Solvang Aug 31, 2009
Spectators and antique vehicles line Copenhagen Drive Saturday in Solvang at the Wheels and Windmills car show ... Around 300 cars ranging from antiques to race cars, woodies, stock, full-custom, commercial and government vehicles lined the streets of Copenhagen Drive from Atterdag Road to Alisal Road as thousands of people gathered to gawk. (Lompoc Record, CA)
California holds garage sale Aug 29, 2009
An auctioneer sold vehicles by the minute ... Mr. Schwarzenegger decided to clear some of the state's clutter after ordering its fleet of 40,000 vehicles cut by 15 percent ... State officials hope the sale of 600 state-owned vehicles and 6,000 pieces of office furniture, computers, electronics and other items will raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Calif. Holds Statewide Garage Sale Aug 29, 2009
Items Include Vehicles, Furniture, Jewelry, More ... An auctioneer sold vehicles by the minute under a crowded tent in the parking lot behind the warehouse ... Schwarzenegger decided to clear some of the state's clutter after ordering the state's fleet of 40,000 vehicles cut by 15 percent. (Click2Houston, TX)
Enamored by ornaments of Christmas past Aug 27, 2009
Wednesday, August 26, 2009. Is it time to start thinking about putting up your Christmas decorations. (San Francisco Chronicle)
September calendar Aug 27, 2009
Antique vehicles: Antique Car and Truck Show, 9 a.m., Antique Engine Club Grounds, Wayne Township. Event features competition and flea market. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Amish seeing therecession as a sort of blessing Aug 20, 2009
In addition, its very common to use non-Amish vehicles and drivers to take them to stores, faraway jobs or other places. But Kraybill said they generally shy away from owning things such as computers, and for the most part they will not use the conventional power grid. (MSNBC -- Business)
Cleanup can be a struggle for some Aug 19, 2009
Ho by Andrew Mariman Old vehicles, wood scraps, rusting metal and other items fill Clara Foster's Hope Street yard ... Tuesday, August 18, 2009 11:34 PM PDT Clara Foster s Hope Street home is surrounded by lawn debris, wood scraps, rusting metal, vehicles in different states of repair, and random items such as a high chair and coffee cans ... The vehicles left at her property over the years often belonged to her grandsons, she says, but they all ran. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
WWII enthusiast helps theatre Aug 17, 2009
Smith has also reconstructed old World War II war vehicles and drove them to and from the reenactments. One of his greater reconstruction projects was a Stearman aircraft, and he took great pride in being able to recreate the ancient beauty that used to serve the armed forces so many years ago. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
WATCHWORDS: Annual National Night Out was a success Aug 14, 2009
Vehicles of all shapes and sizes filled one-half of the parking area while music; demonstrations and displays entertained the crowd ... Guests were able to check out antique cars, vintage trucks, hot rods, wreckers and military vehicles, fire trucks, the Fire Safety House, construction vehicles, limousines and even a school bus. (Amesbury News, MA)
Fed Steps Back (Slowly) Aug 14, 2009
The lobbyists didn't want to see old cars destroyed, but that means many who have some of the most polluting vehicles in the country can't take advantage of the program, even though many hardly consider their old, beaten-down vehicles to be valuable antiques. The new USAT/Gallup poll found that the anti-reform protesters at the town-hall meetings have been particularly , as 35 percent say they are more sympathetic to their cause, versus 16 percent who say they are less sympathetic. (Slate)
Buy It Now! GM to Sell Cars on eBay Aug 11, 2009
They will be selling Buick, Chevrolet, GMC and Pontiac vehicles on cobranded Web sites through eBay's online auto marketplace, eBay Motors, until Sept. 8 ... It expands an existing partnership covering GM certified used vehicles sold through eBay ... -based eBay, since most of the vehicles sold on eBay Motors a site that sells various types of vehicles and auto parts have traditionally been used. (Fox News)
Barbra Streisand To Auction Items For Charity Aug 6, 2009
Check out the best selling American made vehicles and get the stats. JobsClick to Expand. (Click2Houston, TX)
Emissions testing now required Aug 6, 2009
According to the Department of Environmental Quality Web site, unless specifically exempted, all 1967 and newer vehicles (including diesels) that are registered in emission test areas must receive an emissions inspection no more than 90 days prior to registration. The registration renewal application from the Motor Vehicles Division will say Emission Test Required when it is time to have a vehicle tested ... Vehicles to be tested must enter the inspection station under their own power. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Does Your Car Make You Happy? Show Us How and Win Over $40,000 in Prizes Aug 6, 2009
Across seven continents and hundreds of niches, car fans have one thing in common: high-performance vehicles make them happy. Owning, modifying and driving cars is more than a hobby, it's a lifestyle. (PR Newswire)
Get ready for a National Night Out on the town Jul 31, 2009
The annual Car & Truck Show will feature a variety of vehicles from old to new ... We ll have wreckers, limousines, racing cars and other service vehicles on display too ... Veterans Agent Kristen LaRue also put out a call for military vehicles this year. (Amesbury News, MA)
REPRESENTING HISTORY: Toy soldiers march to State Museum Aug. 8 Jul 30, 2009
Miniature tanks, planes, cannons and vehicles, as well as books and related items, will also be available for purchase from exhibitors ... In addition, military vehicles from the World War II and Vietnam eras will be shown. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Flea Market Patrons Also Visit Plaza Center Stores Jul 30, 2009
Almost immediately vehicles began to pull into the normally largely vacant lot and filled up most of the spaces, a sight not seen for some time. "It was just phenomenal," said Roger Winning, Rent-A-Center store manager. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Need a few bucks? Hold a yard sale Jul 25, 2009
Cars were tightly packed into rows, with more vehicles hugging the shoulders of the roads, as prospective visitors shopped for bargains. It was a smaller, but similar scene five miles north of town, where cars lined the driveway and the road outside of Mary Ann Couteret's home to peruse old clothes of her four children, which were folded neatly on tables. (MSNBC -- Business)
Thirty-second annual consignment auction to hit Odin ball park Jul 16, 2009
Auctioned off will be vehicles, yard-garden, sports and farm items, machinery, tools, household goods, and antiques and collectibles. The complete story can be found in the print version of the Observer/Advocate. (Mt. Lake Observer/Advocate, MN)
Madison County police blotter Jul 15, 2009
Arrests: On July 4, deputies set up a checkpoint on Georgia Highway 172, where they checked 203 vehicles, issued seven citations and made two arrests. Magda Ramirez-Perez, 28, of Tommy James Road, Hull, was arrested for being an unlicensed driver. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Archie Crippen Classic Trucks go to Auction Jul 10, 2009
Those interested in learning more about the auction can visit , where photos and listings show the many different vehicles and machinery for sale. The entire estate will be sold by catalog & online July 14th at the Radisson Hotel Fresno, 2233 Ventura Street, Fresno, CA. The public is invited to an open house preview of the auction items on July 12 & 13 from 9 am to 4 pm at the Archie Crippen Yard at 3230 West Nielsen Street, Fresno, CA.. (PR Newswire)
Feed, seed and so much more (3) Jul 7, 2009
"The Time Travel Museum is entered through Piedt's actual store - or is it?Piedt said the lawn and garden store is part of the museum experience, with its large horse and buffalo statues, John Wayne mannequin, vehicles and other collectibles mixed in with his sale products."This is kind of part of the Time Travel Museum," Piedt said from the front of his store. "But this place is also where the business takes place, so people can come in here, get their feed and seed and supplies, but then they... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Benefit planned to help family of teen with cancer (1) Jul 7, 2009
Donations of new items as well as quality antiques, vehicles, and collectibles are being accepted through July 10, according to Thelma Bowen, one of the organizers of the event. Donations can be dropped off at 28719 Interstate 10 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (Boerne Star, TX)
Comings and Goings: Dancer opening new studio Jul 5, 2009
Launched on June 1, NoitWorld currently has about 500 items posted for sale from CDs, boats, autos and jewelry to recreational vehicles and real estate. There are more than 100 categories of merchandise available to choose from, including an Anything Goes category featuring unusual or rare objects or other out-of-the-ordinary items. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Tax planning for business assets Jun 29, 2009
Motor vehicles: Motor vehicles used in business are entitled to capital allowances ... Other motor vehicles which do not satisfy the above two conditions will be given qualifying cost of RM50,000 even if the actual cost may have exceeded RM50,000 ... Capital allowance can be claimed on the full cost of commercial vehicles, which are motor vehicles used directly to transport trading stock, such as lorries and vans. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Six arrested in Houston flea market DVD and CD piracy raid Jun 24, 2009
Undercover officers with HPD say they were able to purchase movies and music that had been illegally downloaded on to discs from suspects selling right out of the back of their vehicles. Investigators say a few of the vehicles were still running when they approached them, allegedly providing the suspects a chance at a quick getaway. (KHOU.com, TX)
America's Forgotten Lands Jun 24, 2009
Jimmy Griffin operates the single-car ferry that shuttles vehicles across the Missouri. He lives across the street from the bank, near the grain elevator. (Concierge.com)
Financial collapse of luxury-resort owners Jun 21, 2009
The suit alleged that Credit Suisse set up new financial vehicles for luxury resort owners that offered them "the opportunity to take their profits out early by mortgaging their development projects to the hilt." The suit said these loans "enriched Credit Suisse and more than one luxury development owner, but it left those developments too thinly capitalized to survive.". Credit Suisse countersued and has asserted repeatedly in court that its Yellowstone loan wasn't unusual and didn't cause the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Appraisal event set for Saturday in Marlborough Jun 20, 2009
In all, appraisers will represent Skinner's 20 departments including ceramics, jewelry, musical instruments, clocks, Oriental rugs and carpets, antique vehicles, weathervanes, toys and dolls, Murray said. Skinner's will even appraise fine wines, she said. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Car, Cycle Show Coming To Luckenbach Jun 18, 2009
Family fun, live music and a wide array of collectible vehicles come together again this year at the Luckenbach Open Rod, Custom and Classic Car and Cycle Show on Saturday in Luckenbach ... Over 200 vehicles are expected this year ... Participating vehicles will be judged for awards in around 40 categories. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Lodi City Council delays decision on eight proposed layoffs Jun 6, 2009
He said the union has suggested that the city look at cell phone expenses, employees taking vehicles home, reducing overtime in Public Works and starting a flea market similar to the one in Galt in order to generate revenue ... wtf wrote on Jun 4, 2009 7:59 AM:" The ideas of looking at cell phones and taking vehicles home are good ones. But, once again, all the chiefs want to make cuts in the indians numbers. What about Blair King and his assistant taking a cut? What about the attorney,... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Classic car show to be held this weekend Jun 6, 2009
Members of the club will not be a part of the contests but will also line up their vehicles along Elm Street. Those who want to enter a car in the show can do so for $8. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Summer Fun events 2009 Jun 4, 2009
Pre-parade begins at 8:15 a.m. Fire engines, tractors, police vehicles, floats, and living replicas of national monuments ... 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A classic event with nearly 400 car and motorcycles enthusiasts showcasing their vehicles on zoo grounds. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay May 22, 2009
Under the new deal, Toyota is the only automaker advertising new vehicles on eBay, and has its banner, animated or interactive ads placed throughout the main eBay ... A dedicated mini-site for Toyota called Fueling Desire has been set up on eBay to showcase new vehicles and promotions, and Toyota will donate perhaps as many as four cars and trucks to be auctioned online for charity. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Canned car dealers have some bargains May 22, 2009
Chrysler dealers scheduled to shut their doors June 9 are particularly anxious to get rid of their stock of new cars and trucks because under the terms of Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, the Detroit automaker will not buy back those unsold vehicles ... One advantage is that these vehicles share platforms and equipment with the GM brands being continued -- Chevy, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. That means getting service will not be a problem because any GM dealer will honor the warranty and be... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Burn It Up Online with New Fuel M... May 20, 2009
FUEL's online events will see over 70 vehicles, including bikes, quads, buggies, trucks and cars competing on and off-road in challenges that include Circuit, Checkpoint and Raid races. The unique gameworld, which features no corridors or unnatural barriers, offers unprecedented player choice for on-the-fly route selection and delivers an exhilarating online racing experience across varied and challenging terrain. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Hazel Summer Cruise-In draws large, festive crowd May 19, 2009
Members of many of the region's car clubs and fans of vintage vehicles were invited to come out and enjoy the show while also taking advantage of special sales at all of Hazel's many antiques and collectibles stores. For complete story, see today's Ledger. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
New Gears 2 Add-on Content Reveal... May 17, 2009
Nowhere takes you out of the intensely urban setting of most Gears multiplayer maps and out into the sun-drenched desert, where a collection of dilapidated buildings and vehicles mark the long-dead location of a once popular traveler's outpost. In and around the shells of an old diner, gas station, mechanic and motel, you'll find countless ways to maneuver for advantage. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Chicago-area dealers get walking papers from Chrysler May 15, 2009
Chrysler sold an average of 303 vehicles per dealer in 2008, according to its filing. By contrast, Honda Motor Co. sold about 1,200 vehicles per dealer, while Toyota Motor Corp. sold nearly 1,300 per dealer. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Two Americas May 15, 2009
Older vehicles which stood out. Lean men and women, often children in the back seat. (CBS News)
Police spotlight burglary trends May 10, 2009
But more recent evidence suggests residential burglaries and burglaries from vehicles have gone down in neighborhoods where the watch program was strong, said Scottsdale police Cmdr ... Write down license-plate numbers of any suspicious vehicles. (AZCentral -- News)
Officer, Fire Chief To Be Prosecuted Over Fatal Wrecks May 9, 2009
State law allows emergency vehicles to violate traffic laws, but only when lights and sirens are used and care is taken to protect life and property. "Despite the fact that both the police officer and the fire chief were on duty and operating in the scope of their duties, we felt the driving patterns in each of those cases, separately, was to the level that it warranted criminal charges," Borello told Channel 4's Adam Landau. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Soccer Moms Give Mini-Vans the Boot: This Mother's Day, NADAguides.com Announces Top 5 Rides for Today's Mom May 7, 2009
May 6 /PRNewswire/ -- , the leading provider of pricing information and market research for new and used cars, classic cars, RVs, motorcycles and boats, today announced its top five stylish yet kid-minded vehicles, just in time for Mother's Day ... "Moms work incredibly hard and deserve to drive vehicles that not only fit their lifestyle, but their personal style as well. Although Mother's Day only comes once a year, any one of these vehicles would be a great way to pamper her every day," said... (PR Newswire)
FP Newspapers Income Fund Reports First Quarter 2009 Results May 6, 2009
Maintenance capital spending during the first quarter of 2009 consisted primarily of replacements of fleet vehicles and computer controls on production equipment. While our initial 2009 capital spending budget was $1. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Driver Dies When Pickup Hits Semi May 6, 2009
Police said the two vehicles were northbound on US-17 when the semi slowed down. The driver of the pickup truck, driven by Carlos Otero, 66, of Crescent City, failed to see the semi slow down and rearended it, according to the crash report. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Gov't seeks liquidation in bankruptcy May 4, 2009
Trustees said he listed a pickup truck among his belongings, but not a recreational vehicle, two other cars, three all-terrain vehicles, three snowmobiles and two boats with trailers. The government said Stokes did not list KGEZ's station and property as an asset. (Montana Standard, MT)
Local churches yield to winds of change May 3, 2009
No vehicles line the curbs. In 1933, the building became the Hudson Boys Club. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Feds want liquidation bankruptcy against Kalispell radio station owner May 2, 2009
Trustees said he listed a pickup truck among his belongings, but not a recreational vehicle, two other cars, three all-terrain vehicles, three snowmobiles and two boats with trailers. The government said Stokes did not list KGEZ's station and property as an asset and gave contradictory information about his income, ranging from losing money to making 74,000 annually. (Missoulian, MT)
10 things to do this weekend May 1, 2009
TOUCH. Fire engines, ice cream trucks, school buses and more than two dozen other full-sized vehicles will be open to little hands during the Kohl Children's Museum TOUCH-A-TRUCK event at Fields Chrysler Jeep Dodge. Let your kids get up close and personal with the big wheels. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Jax Car Dealership Falls Victim To Economy Apr 30, 2009
Consumer Reports magazine, known for its annual ranking of top vehicles, has released its top picks for 2009. Wondering which cars on the market have the best resale value. (News4Jax.com, FL)
DeWitt Police Report Apr 30, 2009
The driver of a 2005 Chevrolet SK1 pickup said that he was stopped at the stop sign, but did not have a clear view of Maxwell to the east of the intersection due to vehicles on the corner parking lot. The driver said he began to pull out onto Maxwell, but saw a car coming west and stopped again. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Clear out your clutter and maybe even make a buck Apr 28, 2009
President Barack Obama recently announced his support of a plan to give vouchers to people who turn in old, gas guzzlers and buy vehicles that get good gas mileage. Donate the car if it is a clunker or your goal is simply to get it out of the driveway. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Garage Sales Begin at Public Market Apr 20, 2009
5 million of its vehicles. What if the only grocery store where you live closed. (R News)
Recaptured Inmates Charged With Murder Apr 20, 2009
Within hours, authorities say, they had stolen two vehicles and killed Fletcher's 66-year-old step-grandmother, Helen Googe, who owned one of the cars. Greenwood said the men, alleged accomplices on a previous armed robbery, were accidentally placed in the same cell because of a jail records mistake. (News4Jax.com, FL)
• Events calendar Apr 17, 2009
Features more than a dozen categories of vehicles on display, plus the Idaho National Guard with military vehicles ... Features more than a dozen categories of vehicles on display, plus the Idaho National Guard with military vehicles. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Spring Swapfest set May 2 at Mid America Motorworks Apr 16, 2009
Auction consignment will be available for the vehicles that do not sell at the swap meet. Exhibitor set up will begin at 6:30 a.m.. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
In touch with the Earth: For some local residents, Earth Day is every day Apr 12, 2009
In the 1970s, the Cuyahoga River in Ohio burned, toxic chemicals were dumped into waterways, fish kills occurred in the Great Lakes, vehicles burned leaded gas, and smokestacks of industry belched tiny particles that would become slow, silent killers. All of these issues and others just as severe were regarded as the cost of doing business back then. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Storage Unit Auctions a Good Bid fo... Apr 12, 2009
It's possible to win tools, appliances, furniture, and even vehicles at storage center auctions. The potential for profit is good, especially if one can travel to participate in out-of-town events. (Suite101.com)
