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🏁 Feb 18, 1979 – The race that changed NASCAR!
The Daytona 500 aired live flag-to-flag on CBS for the first time. On the final lap, Donnie Allison & Cale Yarborough crashed battling for the lead. Richard Petty slipped by for the win—and a post-race fight made national headlines.
#Daytona500
February 18, 2026 at 1:22 PM
We’re feeling “fin-tastic” today! 🐟🔧

Happy National Crab Stuffed Flounder Day! Just like great seafood, your car’s performance depends on what’s inside—fresh oil, clean filters & quality parts.

It’s also National Battery Day! 🔋 If your ride feels “flat,” stop in for a quick battery check.
February 18, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Friday, February 17, 1911 ⚡🚗 The first electric self-starter was installed in a Cadillac, based on inventions by GM engineers Clyde Coleman and Charles Kettering. It replaced dangerous hand cranks (like on the Model T) and revolutionized driving. #AutoHistory #Cadillac #Innovation
February 17, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Is everything looking clearer today? 📺⚡️🔧

Happy Analog to Digital TV Day! Just like TV went HD, today’s cars run on high-tech systems. If your Check Engine light is giving you “static,” bring it in for a Digital Health Check—we’ll get the full picture! 🚗💻

#AnalogToDigitalTVDay #PremierAutomotive
February 17, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Saturday, February 16, 1980 🚗

The longest reported traffic jam stretched an incredible 109 miles from Lyon toward Paris, France. A bumper-to-bumper reminder of why patience—and a reliable car—matter on long trips!

#OnThisDay #TrafficJam #CarHistory #RoadTrip #AutoLife
February 16, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Happy Presidents’ Day from Premier Automotive! 🇺🇸🔧 We’re honoring America’s leaders while giving your driveway’s commander-in-chief top-level care. Got the day off? Stop in for an alignment check and keep those tires in line! 🚗👇

#PresidentsDay #PremierAutomotive #HonestService #CarCare #ShopLif
February 16, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Thursday, February 13, 1958 🚗✨

Ford introduced the first four-seat Thunderbird—the iconic “Square Bird.” With a 300-hp 5.7L V8, it shifted from sporty two-seater to luxury cruiser. Sales soared, cementing the T-Bird as a symbol of 1950s American cool.

#OnThisDay #FordThunderbird #SquareBird #1950s
February 13, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Things are looking “sharp” today! Happy National Cheddar Day! If your brakes are making a squeal, that’s not cheddar—it’s a sign they need attention. Don’t let it turn into a melt-down. Stop by and we’ll keep your ride smooth!
#NationalCheddarDay #StaySharp #PremierAutomotive #BrakeCheck #ShopLife
February 13, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Wednesday, February 12, 1908 🌍🚗

The epic New York-to-Paris race began in Times Square—16,700 km across the U.S., Alaska, Asia & Europe. Battling snow, mud, and no roads, the American Thomas Flyer won on July 30. A milestone proving the automobile’s reliability.

#OnThisDay #NYtoParis
February 12, 2026 at 12:49 PM
We’re on a treasure hunt! 🪙🔧 Happy National Lost Penny Day! From spare change to old fries, we find it all. Try the Lincoln Tire Test—if you can see all of Abe’s head, it’s time for new tires. Stop by and we’ll keep you rolling safe! 🚗
#NationalLostPennyDay #TireSafety #PremierAutomotive #AutoCare
February 12, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Saturday, February 11, 1933

Auto Union AG unveiled the Audi Front UW 220 at the Berlin Motor Show—Audi’s first standard-size front-wheel-drive passenger car. Powered by a 1.95L straight-six producing 40 PS, it reached 62 mph. “UW” stood for Umgekehrter Wanderer (turned-around Wanderer engine).
February 11, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Happy Be Electrific Day! From batteries to high-tech sensors, today’s cars run on serious power. If your lights are dim or your car has a “static” attitude, it could be your battery or alternator. Don’t get left in the dark—stop in for a quick check!

#BeElectrificDay #CarCare #AutoRepair
February 11, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Thursday, Feb 10, 1955 🚗🔥
Chrysler unveiled the C-300 hardtop coupe—America’s most powerful production car of its time. With a Hemi V8 and bold new styling, it shocked a car-crazy nation and launched the legendary Chrysler “letter cars.”
#OnThisDay #Chrysler300 #HemiPower #ClassicCars
February 10, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Is it February or December? It’s VALENTISMAS at Premier Automotive! 💖🎄 We’ve got lights up, heart treats out, and cars getting extra love. Cold batteries or noisy brakes? Bring them in—we’ll keep your ride merry & smooth! 🚗🔧
#Valentismas #PremierAutomotive #HolidayMashup #CarCare #ShopLife
February 10, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Is it February or December? It’s VALENTISMAS at Premier Automotive! 💖🎄 We’ve got lights up, heart treats out, and cars getting extra love. Cold batteries or noisy brakes? Bring them in—we’ll keep your ride merry & smooth! 🚗🔧
#Valentismas #PremierAutomotive #HolidayMashup #CarCare #ShopLife
February 10, 2026 at 12:50 PM
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Crowds packed the Chicago Auto Show to see the 2014 Corvette Stingray debut. With bold styling and track-ready performance, the C7 marked the 7th generation of America’s Sports Car.
#OnThisDay #ChicagoAutoShow #CorvetteStingray #C7 #AmericasSportsCar #AutoHistory
February 9, 2026 at 1:20 PM
We’re starting Monday with the perfect pairing! 🥯🐟🔧 Happy National Bagel & Lox Day! Just like a fresh bagel, your car needs clean air—if your ride smells off, it may be time for a cabin filter swap. We’ve got you covered!
#NationalBagelAndLoxDay #PremierAutomotive #MondayMotivation #PerfectPairings
February 9, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Saturday 6th February 1954 🚗✨
Mercedes-Benz unveiled the iconic 300SL Gullwing. With a 155-mph top speed and striking doors, buyers lined up. Only ~1,400 were built, making it a true legend of automotive history.
#Mercedes300SL #Gullwing #CarHistory #ClassicCars #OnThisDay
February 6, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Consider this your Valentine shopping reminder! ❤️🔧 Skip the usual chocolates—give a gift they’ll use every day. A smooth, reliable car is real love. Gift certificates, details, and safety checks available at Premier Automotive. 🚗💘
#ValentineReminder #CarLove #PremierAutomotive #GiftIdeas
February 6, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Tuesday, February 5, 2008 🎸🚗
The official Elvis Presley Tennessee license plate was unveiled at Graceland. Proceeds supported the Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center. Plate (EP)000 went on Elvis’s first Rolls-Royce.
#ElvisPresley #Graceland #AutoHistory #LicensePlates #OnThisDay #MusicAndMotor
February 5, 2026 at 12:57 PM
It’s National Pork Rind Day! 🥓🔧 The shop’s crunching louder than usual as we swap donuts for pig skins. Just like snacks should be crispy, your car should feel sharp—not sluggish. If it needs a tune-up, we’ve got you covered! 🚗
#NationalPorkRindDay #ShopLife #PremierAutomotive #CrunchTime #AutoCare
February 5, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Sunday, February 4, 1979 🏁
Danny Ongais, Hurley Haywood, and Ted Field won the Daytona 24 Hours in a Porsche 935, averaging 109.409 mph over 684 laps. A legendary endurance racing victory!
#Daytona24 #MotorsportHistory #Porsche935 #RacingLegends #OnThisDay
February 4, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Things are a little “fuzzier” at the shop today! 🧶🔧 Happy National Sweater Day! We turned down the heat, pulled on our favorite knits, and kept your cars running smooth. If your heater’s cold, bring it in—we’ll keep you toasty! 🚗
#NationalSweaterDay #ShopLife #StayToasty #PremierAutomotive #AutoCare
February 4, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Tuesday, Feb 3, 1948: Cadillac introduced the first tailfins, inspired by WWII fighter planes like the P-38. Harley Earl’s bold design launched a styling craze that sent tailfins soaring across the auto industry. 🚗✨
#OnThisDay #Cadillac #Tailfins #AutoHistory #ClassicCars
February 3, 2026 at 1:08 PM
Today we turn up the radio for The Day the Music Died. 🎸 Feb 3, 1959, we lost Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper—but their music lives on. Like a great song, your car needs the right rhythm. We’ll tune it up! 🚗🎶 #TheDayTheMusicDied #ClassicCars #PremierAutomotive
February 3, 2026 at 1:05 PM