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When someone you love passes away, they leave behind memories, other people, and things. Sometimes they leave behind unfinished projects… In Jim’s case, he left behind his dreams on four wheels. Among the many things that James Jimmy left to me are two vehicles that represent much more than steel, paint, tires, and engines. They […]

Remembering: James “Jim” Michael Kuhter On Saturday, August 15, 2026, I lost one of the most important people in my life. He was not just a longtime friend, he became a brother. James Michael Kuhter, known to almost everyone as Jim, and affectionately known by me as “Jimmy,” was born on January 1, 1962. I […]

There is a reason Pontiac enthusiasts are some of the most passionate people in the automotive world. While Chevrolet often gets the spotlight, Pontiac built things very different from their counterparts within GM. The division created powerful, innovative engines that shared a common DNA for nearly two decades. This makes them uniquely adaptable and easy […]

If you’ve read some of my blogs, you’ve probably noticed a recurring theme within them. I place a high value on learning-new and improving-on my habits, routines, systems, and discipline. Some people view that approach as rigid, and others say it is useless or meaningless. Some people even say it as boring while a few […]

One of the biggest misconceptions that I have noticed, in the corporate world, is that advancement is seen as a competition where only a limited number of people can succeed. Early in my career, I quietly believed what many people believe: if someone else gets promoted, that is one less opportunity available for me. Over […]