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The Rise and Fall of the DeLorean Motor Company

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  • Event Title: Packard Proving Grounds: Historical Speaker Series
  • Event Date(s): Sunday, April 12th, 2026 1-2 p.m.
  • Event Location: Packard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MI
  • Event Description: The Packard Proving Grounds will host one of its Historical Speaker Series lectures titled, “The Rise and Fall of the DeLorean Motor Company.” This presentation will be led by Chris Duvall and will discuss John DeLorean’s early years, education, and work experiences. He will also talk about DeLorean’s vision for his car and how his cars came to be manufactured in Ireland. He will also talk about what is currently going on with DeLorean community. The Historical Speaker Series lectures are free for members and $5 for all others.