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Indiana man's fire truck hot rod brings Toy Story magic to Woodward Dream Cruise
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Jeffrey Lindblom , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this vehicle and its appearance at the Woodward Dream Cruise are available from local news sources, including WXYZ Channel 7.
A unique vehicle was spotted at the Woodward Dream Cruise in metro Detroit . It started out as a fire truck but has been transformed into a hot rod. The owner, who came from Indiana, has added decorations including characters from Toy Story.
The vehicle is capable of reaching moderate speeds and has decent fuel efficiency. Its owner has praised its smooth ride. Further details about this vehicle and its appearance at the Woodward Dream Cruise are available from local news sources, including WXYZ Channel 7.
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Category: safety Published: August 15, 2026 Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News Reading time: 1 min
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