autoevolution

JULY 7, 2024

Meet Dave and his self-converted 2003 Dodge Caravan camper with a high-top. I love the creative ways people build their tiny homes on wheels. Every time I stumble upon something unique and innovative, I write about it so I can share it with you. Today, I'm discussing a DIY camper that's unlike anything you've seen before.

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IT 111

autoevolution

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Some car rescuers are so fond of one particular make and model that they’d go the full length for one example, no matter how rusty, rotten, beaten-up, neglected, defective, or hopeless it is. But there is one gigantic blindfold that hides all those flaws when piston-minded Mopar addicts set their eyes on a legend.

Car 98

Car IT 98

Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 14, 2024

In 2003, Tesla revolutionized the EV market with its high-performance electric cars and cutting-edge battery technology. This blog post will explore the key players driving innovation and setting standards in the hybrid and electric vehicle market and why hybrid technology training could be your gateway to a promising career.

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Electric Vehicles Electricity Mechanic Software 264

Alex's Autohaus

DECEMBER 2, 2024

E60/E61 (2003-2010) Initially rolling off the production line in 2003, the fifth-generation 5-Series brought a significant exterior overhaul with its departure from the boxy body lines of its predecessors. Since its debut in 1972, the BMW 5-Series has been a defining model in the executive sedan segment.

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Engineering Electricity Hydraulics Vehicle 86

autoevolution

JANUARY 1, 2024

This is the Mustang that featured in the 2003 Universal Pictures film '2 Fast 2 Furious.' How many times have you watched movies saying, "I just have to have this car!"? You googled it, you put a poster as big as China on your bedroom wall with its best shot, and kept dreaming about it. Now, here is your chance.

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Car IT 122

autoevolution

JULY 13, 2024

Octopus is a comparatively old build, delivered by Lurssen in 2003 to the original owner, Microsoft co-founder and billionaire with a passion for research Paul Allen. If the mark of a legend is the capacity to constantly reinvent itself and, this way, remain relevant to changing generations, Octopus is just that. Like the legend it is.

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IT 104

Tire Review Magazine

MAY 29, 2024

Uniroyal Tires is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the giant Uniroyal tire, an Interstate 94 landmark welcoming visitors to the Detroit, MI. Uniroyal said the giant tire symbolizes its history of making tires for more than 130 years. At Uniroyal, we take pride in the Giant Tire’s history and plan to maintain it for future generations.”

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IT Automotive 97

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

This is a 2003 Ford F-150 Lightning SVT, the brainchild of the Ford Special Vehicle Team. This Ford pickup truck was abandoned 17 years ago. Now, it has finally been sold to someone who will not lock it in some barn and forget about it.

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Trucking Electricity Vehicle IT 97

Humble Mechanic

APRIL 24, 2017

Remember 2003? It seems like I just made the decision to go to tech school. Many of you know that I attended Universal Technical Institute. While in tech school I worked my face off to overcome some challenges that I have learning things. In addition I worked a full time job too. That […]

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Technical IT Mechanic 100

autoevolution

JUNE 18, 2024

Bentley's rebirth under the Volkswagen Group umbrella kicked into high gear with the introduction of the Continental GT in 2003, which is Bentley's first-ever W12 brute. Updated in 2015 with the debut of the Bentayga, the iconic W12 was retired in April 2024 in favor of a new powertrain. continue reading. )

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Engineering IT 97

autoevolution

APRIL 15, 2024

In production since 2003, the Continental GT will drop its trademark W12 engine in favor of electrified powerplants. 2024 is a turning point for Volkswagen Group-owned Bentley Motors Limited. Introduced by the D2-generation Audi A8, the aforementioned engine ceases production in April 2024. continue reading. )

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Engineering IT 94

Jalopnik

MAY 1, 2024

Even though the company was founded in 1999, the company didn’t actually start producing vehicles until 2003 with the C8. The Spyker C8 is one of the rarest cars in the world. Just 266 C8s were made from ’03 until the company’s bankruptcy in 2010. If you’ve got deep pockets, you can own one of these beautiful… Read more.

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IT Vehicle Car 62

autoevolution

JANUARY 28, 2024

He is known to the broader public as Hide Motorcycle and has been involved in the customization scene professionally since 2003. It’s no secret that custom bike builders from Japan are among the world’s finest, and Hideya Togashi is no exception.

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IT 98

Jalopnik

AUGUST 7, 2024

The six-speed manual in today’s Nice Price or No Dice Maserati Spyder makes it a rare car and one that’s much better to drive than the more common Cambiocorsa cars. Let’s see if the price of this seemingly well-kept GT makes it a keeper. Read more.

Car 60

Car IT 60

autoevolution

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Things are a bit different when it comes to the 999, which was designed by Pierre Terblanche and released in 2003. Successors like the 996 and 998 are also quite sought-after, with well-kept specimens able to fetch a very pretty penny on the second-hand market. As a radical cosmetic departure from its. continue reading. )

IT 98

IT 98

autoevolution

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Meet the Whitelock "Tinker Toy," a wonder of engineering that was built by Simon Whitelock in 2003 and holds the Guinness World Record for the vehicle whose engine has the most amount of cylinders. Of all the oddball vehicles out there, a motorcycle is the la. continue reading. )

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Engineering Vehicle IT 98

autoevolution

JANUARY 20, 2024

One such vehicle is the "The Woodyator," a custom woodie wagon that has an original 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Station Wagon body fitted to the chassis and drivetrain of a 2003 Lincoln Aviator. In the overwhelmingly diverse automotive world, it's very hard to stand out from the crowd. continue reading. )

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Automotive Vehicle IT 98

Jalopnik

JUNE 14, 2024

If you can believe it, this is only the fourth generation of Panda to emerge since 1980 when the original model was revealed, and that one was in production until 2003! Today is an exciting day, as Fiat has revealed its new Grande Panda, a baby crossover-ish hatchback that is completely adorable. While it probably… Read more.

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IT Car 61

Jalopnik

MARCH 14, 2025

Despite high miles, this Jetta still impresses with a VR6 under the hood, and a five-speed stick. Let's see what we think about its condition and price.

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IT 42

Jalopnik

MARCH 14, 2024

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice GS300 was branded as a Lexus in America, but it went by the name Toyota Aristo when sold in Japan. Let’s see if this low-mileage four-door can now be called a bargain at its current asking price. Read more.

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IT Vehicle Car 59

autoevolution

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Folks, DRV Suites has been around since 2003, and since the very beginning, ( continue reading. ) Let's face it; if we're going to drop tens of thousands of dollars on a mobile home, camper, or travel trailer, why not go all out and really get into the on-road lifestyle?

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IT 96

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Operational since 2003, the US-based plant started engine assembly in April of that year with V8s. Toyota has recently produced its 10 millionth engine at TMMAL in Alabama. V6 lumps followed suit in 2005, then 2011 saw the introduction of I4s for the 2012 Camry, Venza, Highlander, Sienna, and RAV4.

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Engineering Trucking Manufacturing IT 85

Meister Werks European & Import

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Then I scanned the tracings on my flatbed scanner. After that, I digitized the files and imported them into Fusion 360. After a few hours, the CAD files were done and it was ready to print. I stayed up until about 3am, making sure the first bracket was printing ok. It wasn’t. Some of the settings needed tweaked. Then, I hit print again.

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Auto Repair Electricity Engineering IT 98

Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Escalade is a pickup. Or is it an oddball sedan with an extra big trunk? Whatever it is, we’ll have to decide if its price makes it a bargain. Read more.

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IT Trucking 59

autoevolution

JANUARY 26, 2024

In production since 2003, the compact luxury crossover moved 63,172 units in the United States last year, which makes it the second best-selling Bimmer in this part of the world after the X5. The X3 is a hugely important model for BMW. Later in 2024, the current generation will be replaced by the so-called G45. continue reading. )

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IT 93

Jalopnik

MAY 23, 2024

According to its ad, today’s Nice Price or No Dice CL500 “runs and drives like a dream.” Let’s see if the price tag on this grand touring coupe is equally dreamy. Read more.

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IT Vehicle Car 61

Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 10, 2024

The body is a 1990 Dodge D150, while the chassis comes from a 2003 Dodge 2500 4WD that was shortened to fit underneath. Much of his progress came from YouTube videos and trial and error. “I I remember going to a diesel event with my dad when I was around 13, and ever since, I’ve been really invested in it,” West says. “I

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Engineering Trucking IT 130

Alex's Autohaus

JANUARY 31, 2025

Model Year Specifics: 2003-2005: 4.4L Model Year Specifics: 2003-2005: 4.4L Known for their luxurious and spacious interiors, impressive off-road capabilities, and smooth ride. However, Range Rovers have gained a reputation for reliability issues that potential and current owners should be aware of.

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Oil Change Electronics Engineering Check Engine Light 58

Jalopnik

JUNE 19, 2024

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice 540i M-Sport is touted by its seller as the perfect “poor man’s M5.” We’ll have to see about that, as well as just how poor you could be and still afford the car. Read more.

Car 59

Car IT 59

autoevolution

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

The Chevrolet Corvette has stood as the epitome of American sportscar-making for over seven decades. American Motors Corporation took a brief swing at the segment with the AMX, but their idea didn’t cut it. Carroll Shelby had tried his hand at the sportscar idea with notable results.

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IT Manufacturing 52

Jalopnik

MAY 15, 2024

This 2003 Infiniti M45 for sale on Facebook Marketplace underwent some cosmetic surgery in the form of the… Read more. For years we’ve shared stories about the Japanese company Mitsuoka and its, shall we say, eccentric reskins of pedestrian cars. Now you can buy one of Mitsuoka’s cooler models in the U.S., with a bit of a catch.

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Car IT Vehicle 64

Jalopnik

JULY 15, 2024

Ian Cameron, the man essentially single-handedly responsible for the renaissance of Rolls-Royce design following its purchase by BMW in 2003, was stabbed to death at his Lake Ammer home in Bavaria on July 12. Authorities suspect the unknown assailant, who fled the scene, was attempting to steal a valuable car from Came… Read more.

Car 64

Car IT Vehicle 64

AutoInc.

MARCH 10, 2025

After discovering ASA-Michigan’s The Garage Key in the early 2000s, he joined ASA in 2003 and quickly became involved. Before even joining, he worked to unite local businesses in the Rudyard, Michigan, area. During their travels, they plan to connect with industry peers and ASA friends like Diane Larson and Pete Rudloff.

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Automotive Automotive Services ASE Education 64

Jalopnik

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice Baja represents one of the last times Subaru got really funky. Let’s see if the price tag on this high-mileage but seemingly well-maintained weirdo pickup makes it funky fresh. Read more.

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IT 61

Jalopnik

MARCH 19, 2024

Then, in November 2003, all that stopped. For more than 25 years, it was possible to fly from New York to London in under three hours , all while being pampered with first class luxury on the British Airways Concorde. To try to recapture some of the luxury that came with flying Concorde , BA put on a special first… Read more.

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IT Hospitality 62

Jalopnik

AUGUST 13, 2024

Ford and Mazda issued “Do Not Drive” orders for over 475,000 vehicles from the 2003 model year until 2015. With over 6.4 million cars on U.S. roads still carrying deadly Takata airbags, it was only a matter of time before there wasanother recall. All the models were recalled previously but did not have the proper… Read more.

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Car Vehicle IT 61

Jalopnik

JULY 17, 2024

In 2003, a fleet of white Toyota Hilux trucks was loaded into an Antonov An-124 on the tarmac of Spain’s Málaga Airport. Operated by cargo carrier Aircompany Polet, the An-124 was capable of flying the highest gross payload at the time - aside from the gargantuan An-225. It was loaded up and took off on its way to… Read more.

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Trucking IT Vehicle 60