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The Speculator: GM’s Mid-Sized Global Pickup

We pundits think we know everything about the automobile industry to try to fix it.

It’s not true. As much as we know about this industry, we can analyze, criticize, express opinions and make recommendations to the companies. Yet, we do not have the power to actually change anything.

Some of us can dream, though.

Part of dreaming about the industry is rooted in the reality of gathering news, discussing it with our counterparts and colleagues alike. Understanding the reasons behind a new release or hoping that a rumor is indeed fact (or fiction). Ultimately, we can express our thoughts with some grounding for you to understand what we’re on about.
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The Once and Forever G8

Tweet 2008 Pontiac G8 GT from White Bear Lake Superstore Buick-GMC, White Bear Lake, MN. Photo by Randy Stern Let me get personal for a moment: I miss Pontiac. General Motors’ bankruptcy forced the largest automotive concern in the world … Continue reading

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Five Favorites for The Summer: The Final Edition Full of Fantasies

Tweet You want to do what with me? Photo by Randy Stern You thought it would never end. Well…here it is – the final “Five Favorites” posting for the summer of 2010. To make things more interesting, instead of “favorites,” … Continue reading

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Five Favorites for The Summer: The “Not for (North) American Consumption” Edition

Tweet Mel Gibson, I’m NOT! Photo by Randy Stern As I mentioned before, the rules have been thrown out the door. A “favorite” vehicle should be that I’ve experienced as a driver – or have been around one during my … Continue reading

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All Bets on Holden’s VE Commodore, Please?

Tweet The Holden Commodore SS as the Pontiac G8 GT. Photo by Randy Stern I’ll admit to being a wannabe Straine. That’s “Australian” to the rest of you. My fascination came from pictures of down under, books on the subject … Continue reading

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