The Volkswagen Microbus, manufactured from 1950 to 2013, unexpectedly became an American icon for many in the counter-culture revolution of the 1960s. Dubbed a hippie van in some circles, the boxy vehicle was a forerunner to modern vans and an interesting alternative to the station wagon. It was only the second vehicle made by VW following its Beetle, which launched in 1938. The consumer version has side windows, removable middle and rear seats, a roomy interior, rear-wheel drive and an …
One recent weekend, Donny Dunbar had his restored and modified, sunburst orange, chrome-bedecked 1965 Chevy C10 in his yard, preparing to go to a cruise-in – if the rain held off. “I …
Camping was an important part of Mary Lekoshere’s childhood, and today she and her husband Sawaya are committed to sharing that pursuit with their four children, all under the age of 10. …
What’s a Mow Monster to do come winter? Why, push snow of course! Mike Alderman, Jr., established Mow Monsters as a lawn care service in 2013, three years after returning home to …
Kerry Underwood and Kenny Vandeveer stood in the detached garage outside of Vandeveer’s Floyd home surrounded by a number of motorcycles, most of them vintage. The object of their attention was Underwood’s …
Brett and Kristie Fleming’s Kawasaki Teryx LE 750 is the ultimate off-road crossover – a blend of the speed and sport you find in All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and the function, power …
This 1971 Buick GS convertible named “Baby” is owned by Jessica Midkiff, native of Giles County, and Gudfridur (Frida) Sigursteinsdottir, native of Iceland. The vehicle is largely cared for by Jessica’s husband, …
Car washing has practically been a rite of passage for a teen with a new driver’s license, and it’s a popular fundraiser for non-profit groups to spend a summer day splashing cars …
Sarah and Nick Canevari love animals. On their farm in Floyd, the married couple – both veterinarians at Town & Country Veterinary Clinic in Christiansburg – care for more than 60 creatures, …
Whether a restaurant, gift shop, car dealership or clothing store, street and brand visibility can be a very important component of sales strategy. Thus it was that Bill Wiggins happened to drive …