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A restored and customized 1973 Oldsmobile 442 takes center stage, complete with a strong 455 engine note. How does classic design blend with modern upgrades? ‘Americans are going to feel it’: Bessent ...

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Brian is a published author who has been writing professionally for a decade in politics and entertainment, but found his calling covering the automotive industry. His love of cars started at an early ...

Do you know the story behind the name of the Oldsmobile 442? If you’re not familiar, you might assume it’s because the car is powered by a massive 442 cubic inch (7.2-liter) V8 engine, but that’s not ...

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Brian is a published author who has been writing professionally for a decade in politics and entertainment, but found his calling covering the automotive industry. His love of cars started at an early ...