News – Checker Motor Cars

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The Future

Two new models; a 6 door Sedan with 4 rows of seating and a Sport pick up based on the Chevrolet El Camino of the 1980’s. We are working forward with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “Low Volume Vehicles Manufacturers Act” to create two models with the iconic look of the first generation Checker automobile and the technology of the future.

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Washington, DC (December 4, 2015) – It’s a new era for the kit car industry. President Obama signed into law legislation that will permit low volume car manufacturers to produce turn-key replica vehicles for customers nationwide. The SEMA-supported provision is part of a larger highway construction bill. Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and Rep. Gene Green (D-TX) introduced the “Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act of 2015” in June, legislation that SEMA has pursued since 2011. It received strong bi-partisan support and was inserted into the highway bill.

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Haverhill, Massachusetts (September 30, 2015). Checker Motor Cars™ plans for new design and is pleased to announce the second generation Checker. This will be a Checker, Sport Pick-up Crossover! A cross between the iconic Checker sedan, sport pick-up body and the Aerobus VI (a six (6) door, twelve (12) passenger sedan). The sport pick-up is a unique vehicle that combines the usefulness of a pick-up truck with the fun of a full size car.

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Steve Contarino discusses his new Checker Motor Car business on WHAV®.

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Haverhill, Massachusetts (September 11, 2014). The iconic Checker cab returns! Mr. Steve Contarino, an avid car enthusiast and collector, is pleased to announce Checker Motor Cars™, a business dedicated to support the iconic Checker automobile. A new, innovative concept to make collecting and owning a piece of automobile history exciting and rewarding. Offering restored/reconditioned cars, original Checker parts, Checker merchandise, broker service and consulting/appraisal services.

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