Vanderbilt Cup Races

Aug 19 2010
The Black Beast returns to the former Alco Headquarters in Schenectady Today

The Alco "Black Beast" racer returns to the Schenectady area for a series of events on Friday and Saturday. Although the racer was manufactured in Providence, Rhode Island, the headquarters for American Locomotive Company was in Schenectady, New York. Here are several articles describing the events: (0 comments)

Aug 18 2010
Film “The Black Beast’s Four-Mile Cruise to the Show”

This seven-minute film documents the four- mile ride of the Alco "Black Beast" at the Nassau County Executive's 1st Annual Cruise to the Show Parade held on August 15, 2010. The "Black Beast" was the lead car of over 500 vintage and classic cars that participated. It covered the four-mile course from Garden City to East Meadow in less than 8 minutes, an average over 30 mph in first and second gear. (2 comments)

Aug 17 2010
Presentation Tonight in Brentwood “The Incredible Vanderbilt Cup Races”

Tonight, I will be presenting "The Incredible Vanderbilt Cup Races" at the Brentwood Public Library located at 34 Second Avenue. The presentation will begin at 7:00 PM and will include a Q&A session on the races and the Long Island Motor Parkway. All honorarium and book proceeds will be donated to Child Prevention Services (CAPS). (0 comments)

Aug 16 2010
The Black Beast at 2010 Nassau County Executive’s Cruise to the Show

The 2010 Nasau County Executive's 1st Annual Crusie to the Show was a big success with over 500 cars participating in a parade from Garden City to East Meadow and a car show at Eisenhower Park. The Alco "Black Beast" had the honor of being the lead car in the parade and made the entire five miles averaging 35 mph.... without a problem. Remember to click on a photo to enlarge it. (0 comments)

Aug 13 2010
Film “Speedy” - Featuring Harold Lloyd, Babe Ruth and 1928 cars

Here is a real treat that I found on the H.A.M.B. website ...a five-minute clip of Harold Lloyd's 1928 film "Speedy". The film was Lloyd's last silent film and one of his best. Although, it is a bit off-topic, it does combine two of my passions, cars and baseball. (0 comments)

Aug 13 2010
“Black Beast” to Parade Down Stewart Avenue on Sunday & Updated Car Shows

The Alco "Black Beast" will be one of the first of an expected 500 cars to parade down Stewart Avenue this Sunday. The organizers of the event have issued this press release "Managano Announces Nassau County Executive's First Annual "Cruise to the Show" Parade and Car Show". (0 comments)

Aug 12 2010
Favorite Website: American-Automobiles.com

Looking for a website that provides a comprehensive listing of American automobile manufacturers? Check out American-Automobiles.com. (0 comments)

Aug 11 2010
The Pits of the 1908-1910 Vanderbilt Cup Races

Robert Richer comments: "Yes, there was a time when the “pit men” who serviced the cars were actually in a pit below the racing surface. What a terrifying view it must have been." (9 comments)

Aug 10 2010
The Eight Intact Long Island Motor Parkway Bridges

Question from Charlie S: "How many original Long Island Motor Parkway bridges are still standing and intact?" (2 comments)

Aug 09 2010
The “Black Beast” at Last Sunday’s Roosevelt Field Celebration

Although the official Vanderbilt Celebration at Roosevelt Field was cancelled, the Alco "Black Beast" and several impressive vintage cars generated excitement from over 100 people at the informal gathering. Some highlights: (1 comments)