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![An e-bike combines the noble art of pedaling with an electric motor. There’s assistance on demand, that is, up to a speed of 25 km/h (15.5 mph). Their popularity just […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_7742.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2019 Gazelle Orange C310 HMB E-Bike – Man Powered, Assistance By Bosch")
CC Global: 2019 Gazelle Orange C310 HMB E-Bike – Man Powered, Assistance By Bosch
Posted on March 3, 2019 | 29 CommentsAn e-bike combines the noble art of pedaling with an electric motor. There’s assistance on demand, that is, up to a speed of 25 km/h (15.5 mph). Their popularity just […] -
![(first posted 5/11/2014) A title this short is appropriate for the story of the GAZ-66, a 4×4 truck that was one of the mainstays of both the Soviet Army and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1-GAZ66.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: GAZ-66")
CC Global: GAZ-66
Posted on March 1, 2019 | 23 Comments(first posted 5/11/2014) A title this short is appropriate for the story of the GAZ-66, a 4×4 truck that was one of the mainstays of both the Soviet Army and […] -
![Sloopwerken, it says on the front and sides of the cab. That’s Dutch for Here Today, Gone Tomorrow. In other words, a demolition company, the guys you call when something […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_7738.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2003 DAF CF 85.380 8×4 Truck – The Demolition Men Have Arrived")
CC Global: 2003 DAF CF 85.380 8×4 Truck – The Demolition Men Have Arrived
Posted on February 26, 2019 | 17 CommentsSloopwerken, it says on the front and sides of the cab. That’s Dutch for Here Today, Gone Tomorrow. In other words, a demolition company, the guys you call when something […] -
![Sitting in a quiet corner on a Sunday afternoon, already loaded up for its first ride on Monday morning. A fairly new Scania truck with a hooklift system and a […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/IMG_7718.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2018 Scania R520 6×2 Truck And 2012 GS Meppel Trailer – Big Bags Of Bricks Delivery Service")
CC Global: 2018 Scania R520 6×2 Truck And 2012 GS Meppel Trailer – Big Bags Of Bricks Delivery Service
Posted on February 5, 2019 | 2 CommentsSitting in a quiet corner on a Sunday afternoon, already loaded up for its first ride on Monday morning. A fairly new Scania truck with a hooklift system and a […] -
![Besides automakers, truck manufacturers also offer special editions. Image boosters, aimed at small hauling companies and owner operators, equipped with the biggest cab and a powerful engine. Trucks and tractors […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_7447.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2016 Renault T High Edition – Cozy Walk Through Cab")
CC Global: 2016 Renault T High Edition – Cozy Walk Through Cab
Posted on January 20, 2019 | 37 CommentsBesides automakers, truck manufacturers also offer special editions. Image boosters, aimed at small hauling companies and owner operators, equipped with the biggest cab and a powerful engine. Trucks and tractors […] -
![This combination caught my attention because it looked kind of thickset for this type of tipping bulk haulers. Usually these are much longer, with more rear overhang too. They are […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/IMG_7232.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2013 Renault T 460 And 2017 Kässbohrer Tipping Bulk Tanker – The Sandman Comes")
CC Global: 2013 Renault T 460 And 2017 Kässbohrer Tipping Bulk Tanker – The Sandman Comes
Posted on January 13, 2019 | 13 CommentsThis combination caught my attention because it looked kind of thickset for this type of tipping bulk haulers. Usually these are much longer, with more rear overhang too. They are […] -
![Small hauling companies, family businesses and owner-operators take pride in their trucks, tractors and big rigs. Typically, they also take the time and effort to present their spotless and colorful […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/IMG_6083.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: WSI XXL Truck Show – The Top Of The Line Of Dutch Trucking")
CC Global: WSI XXL Truck Show – The Top Of The Line Of Dutch Trucking
Posted on January 4, 2019 | 24 CommentsSmall hauling companies, family businesses and owner-operators take pride in their trucks, tractors and big rigs. Typically, they also take the time and effort to present their spotless and colorful […] -
![My wife is currently on a retreat in Bali that she goes to almost every year. While it includes a lot of meditation, yoga, long walks through rice paddies, and […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_5584.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global Outtakes: Dispatches From Bali, Indonesia")
CC Global Outtakes: Dispatches From Bali, Indonesia
Posted on November 21, 2018 | 20 CommentsMy wife is currently on a retreat in Bali that she goes to almost every year. While it includes a lot of meditation, yoga, long walks through rice paddies, and […] -
![Besides cars, automaker Renault also masters the development and manufacturing process of a full range of light commercial vehicles. There’s the compact Kangoo, the mid-size Trafic and the full-size Master. […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_7382.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: The Renault Master – More Than 350 Factory Configuration Options (Not Showing All Of Them)")
CC Global: The Renault Master – More Than 350 Factory Configuration Options (Not Showing All Of Them)
Posted on November 21, 2018 | 17 CommentsBesides cars, automaker Renault also masters the development and manufacturing process of a full range of light commercial vehicles. There’s the compact Kangoo, the mid-size Trafic and the full-size Master. […] -
![When visiting car shows, I always try to spot the commercial vehicles at the event. Often these can be found on the periphery of the main party, a typical example […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/IMG_5854.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: Car Carriers – The Show’s Supporting Characters In 2018")
CC Global: Car Carriers – The Show’s Supporting Characters In 2018
Posted on November 17, 2018 | 11 CommentsWhen visiting car shows, I always try to spot the commercial vehicles at the event. Often these can be found on the periphery of the main party, a typical example […] -
![After a trio of rolling jumbos it’s back to basics with three modern Renault 4×2 straight trucks. Quite possibly, the green truck on the left gives you some kind of […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7492.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: Renault Trucks D – D For Distribution Or Delivery")
CC Global: Renault Trucks D – D For Distribution Or Delivery
Posted on October 25, 2018 | 27 CommentsAfter a trio of rolling jumbos it’s back to basics with three modern Renault 4×2 straight trucks. Quite possibly, the green truck on the left gives you some kind of […] -
![Straight trucks with a legal maximum (on-road) GVM of 110,000 lbs; unthinkable in most countries, highly common in the Netherlands. The chassis must have five axles, to retain maneuverability at […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_7716.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: Terberg, MAN And Ginaf 10×4 Dump Trucks – Heavyweight Champions")
CC Global: Terberg, MAN And Ginaf 10×4 Dump Trucks – Heavyweight Champions
Posted on October 19, 2018 | 17 CommentsStraight trucks with a legal maximum (on-road) GVM of 110,000 lbs; unthinkable in most countries, highly common in the Netherlands. The chassis must have five axles, to retain maneuverability at […] -
![From 2003 to 2017, this Ford was one of the tow trucks of the Rotterdam Police Department. It’s now part of their historic collection. Thanks to the truck’s moderate height, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_7409.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2003 Ford F-350 XL Super Duty Tow Truck – Your Vehicle Is Under Arrest!")
CC Global: 2003 Ford F-350 XL Super Duty Tow Truck – Your Vehicle Is Under Arrest!
Posted on September 24, 2018 | 25 CommentsFrom 2003 to 2017, this Ford was one of the tow trucks of the Rotterdam Police Department. It’s now part of their historic collection. Thanks to the truck’s moderate height, […] -
![I’ve seen some trucks and truck bodies in the past 40 to 50 years, but this combination just has to be the most intriguing of them all. A king-size vacuum […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/IMG_7430.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: 2018 Renault K 460 8×4 With An RSP Suction Excavator – Radio Remote Controlled Mega Toy")
CC Global: 2018 Renault K 460 8×4 With An RSP Suction Excavator – Radio Remote Controlled Mega Toy
Posted on September 23, 2018 | 19 CommentsI’ve seen some trucks and truck bodies in the past 40 to 50 years, but this combination just has to be the most intriguing of them all. A king-size vacuum […] -
![What do you suppose the best-selling car is in South Korea? The sensible, affordable Hyundai Elantra, perhaps? Perhaps crossovers are king there, too, and the Tucson sits at the […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/2018-hyundai-grandeur-6.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "CC Global: South Korea – Where The Sedan Still Thrives")
CC Global: South Korea – Where The Sedan Still Thrives
Posted on September 13, 2018 | 29 CommentsWhat do you suppose the best-selling car is in South Korea? The sensible, affordable Hyundai Elantra, perhaps? Perhaps crossovers are king there, too, and the Tucson sits at the […]
