Hauling, and Hauling! Volvo’s ads for the 740 Turbo Wagon

Hemmings Motor News subscribers will soon be receiving their April 2011 issues, and on page 40, they’ll find the “Antique Ads” story detailing Volvo’s humorous, eye-catching and ultimately successful attempt to sell station wagons by promoting their speed and sex appeal, in addition to the typical wagon push of family-friendly practicality. From 1986 through 1990, […]

Ferrari Rides for Charity

Even the most hardened, “car-as-appliance” person can’t resist the siren call of an exotic Ferrari. And those who attend the Shriners Hospitals For Children Capitol Concours d’Elegance this Sunday on the Capitol Mall in Sacramento, California, will be able to enjoy a ride that benefits sick children. Generous members of the Ferrari Club of America-Pacific […]