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Free Car Washes For Veterans & Military Personnel, Nov 11 & 12

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Lucas Oil Center will provide FREE car washes to veterans and current military service personnel, through the Grace for Vets FREE Wash Program, on Sunday November 11th from 9am-5pm, and Monday November 12th from 7am-6pm 2012. Washes will be given rain or shine at 2650 N. Green River Rd.  The FREE washes are given to honor and recognize those that have and are serving in the armed forces.   The  November 11 & 12 event will feature a special display of military vehicles at the Lucas Oil Car Wash in Evansville .   Grace for Vets was founded by Mike Mountz, owner of Cloister Wash & Lube, in 2004. The program continues to grow and expand its reach of honoring military service each year as additional car washes register under the program to give FREE washes. Currently there is participation from all 50 United States, and three other countries, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. In 2011, 638 wash operators, totaling 1,446 locations washed 119,317 military service vehicles on November 11th.   Military service personnel across the country are encouraged to visit the Grace for Vets website at  www.graceforvets.org  to find participating car washes in their own hometowns.   Everyone at Lucas Oil Center is really looking forward to honoring  local area service men and women on November 11 & 12, 2012.    The  November 11 & 12 event will feature a special display of military vehicles at the Lucas Oil Car Wash in Evansville "We're so pleased that the program has expanded internationally; it allows so many more military service people to be honored,"  said oil center owners Bill and Brenda Floyd.  "We're proud to be a part of an industry that continually supports our military."    For more information on Lucas Oil Center call 812-402-5000 or visit www.lucasoilcenter.com   […]

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Motorcycle Book Launch To Benefit Hurricane Relief Efforts

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  Sales from a new book celebrating the rides of famous motorcycle enthusiasts will go to help victims of Hurricane Sandy. The publication, titled “Rockin’ Garages: Collecting, Racing and Riding with Rock’s Great Gearheads,” explores the car and motorcycle collections of famous musicians, including members of iconic bands like AC/DC and Pink Floyd. Authors Tom Cotter and Ken Gross profiled a variety of musicians and their cars and motorcycles. They eventually compiled the stories behind how these individuals initially became involved with the auto andmotorsports industries and began expanding their personal collection of rides. From first cars to custom choppers, the book delves into the history of each musician’s obsession, and gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at their favorite rides. Continue reading

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LIFE IMITATES ART: Licensed Limited Edition SOA Motorcycles Now Available

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    STURGIS 2012: The new Sons of Anarchy bikes will first go on sale in August at the 2012 Sturgis motorcycle rally. Sons of Anarchy fans will now have the opportunity to purchase the ultimate SOA official product—a limited edition Sons of Anarchy Harley-Davidson. The FX show made a deal with a Bartel’s Harley-Davidson in Marina Del Rey, CA for the production of 100 limited edition motorcycles retailing for about $25,000 each. 

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WHEN TWO BECOMES TOO MUCH

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  The Epiphany of the Trikes. Words and Photos by Jim Foreman   During a beautiful and warm SoCal afternoon, tragedy was bound to strike.  While sending volleyballs over the net for my daughter’s team to return, a long, high ball was on a trajectory several feet above my head.  Not being one to let it go I jumped high to return it.  The return was successful, but the return to Terra Firma was not.  That moment began a six week recovery of a broken foot and an eye-opening epiphany on motorbikes, trikes and what riding means to me. READ FULL STORY

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Suzuki Will End Auto Sales in US, Focus On Motorcycles

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  Japan's Suzuki Motor Corp. is ending sales of new autos in the U.S. market, but the move will have little impact in South Florida, where the brand already was losing ground, dealers and industry experts said. Most Suzuki dealers have combined their stores with other brands that can take over Suzuki's space, experts said. In addition, Suzuki will honor all auto warranties and provide parts, as required by law, ensuring that car owners can maintain their existing vehicles without problems. Read more

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