RPrice Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 I noticed the new clothing advertised as AACA logo clothing with a different design. I really hope that it's not replacing the AACA logo that I've known and loved all these years. Please keep the Duryea logo!!!!Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCHinson Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 No, Don't panic. The club's logo is not changing.Here is how Steve Moskowitz explained it back in August:Leave it to the Mayor of the Hershey area to drop me in the grease! We do have a new image that we are using for marketing the club. It is NOT a replacement of our official logo. I will write the entire story about it in the next issue of our magazine.http://forums.aaca.org/ubbthreads.php/topics/531449/New_AACA_IMAGE_hats_and_T_shir#Post531449 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_Bob Hill Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Glad to hear as I personally don't care for the new logo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawja Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 I for one really like the new logo... just ordered a T-shirt with it. Truth be told, if it replaced the Duryea Logo, I wouldn't miss the old one at all. But I suppose that making any changes to "modernize" the club's logo would be antithetical to the "older is better" mindset that's prevalent around these parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Braverman Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Maybe Rawja is right, the logo is getting old looking. So is the stars and stripes, maybe we should update that too. Same difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Peterson Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 It's been updated several times throughout the last 200 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 West, you're pretty sharp so early. Must be on your second cup. The key thing about the new marketing image is that it is in addition to - not in place of the original Duryea logo. AACA appeals to a wide variety of enthusiasts and the new image reflects that.Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durant Mike Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 I have to disagree, I think there was nothing wrong with the original logo and it should not be replaced, even for just marketing purposes. The new logo looks like it should belong to a hot rod club or something. Not an antique auto club. If it ain't broke, then don't fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Not sure what you disagree with - it's not intended to replace anything. It isn't even called a "logo." Have you read the thread that Matt provided the link to? I also think there is nothing wrong with the AACA Logo and would be among the last to insist that it remain unaltered. But, why not have a nice selection of tools in the box?Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_carbadge Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 I agree the current logo represents the ideals of the club as it was founded. The Duryea is symbolic of these ideals. However I have to admit that just yesterday I was wearing one of the new T-shirts and my 2 year old walked up behind me, poked me in the back and said "cars". I was shocked - especially since he's only ever referred to the Duryea as a "tractor". So I guess it all has to do with the target audience. I guess the only way to cure him is to get him a ride in a real Duryea, so he knows it too is a car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Augie is a smart young man!Guys, not everything has to be black and white. With 60,000 members we have all sorts of opinions and that is why we have offered an alternative. What you and I may find perfect may not be what a large number of other people feel. If AACA is to gain new and younger members we need to stretch some of our ideas.Our logo with the Duryea will never be replaced, it is our official corporate logo. However, we now have an alternative image for those who wish to wear something more modern. Obviously a lot of people like it as the merchandise as flown off the shelves.Again, we want to reach out to as many people as we can in order to grow this club or we will find ourselves in serious trouble in years to come. Change can be good, can invigorate people and in this case it is only an alternative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LINC400 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I like the new logo better. It shows a wider range of vehicle interest, and is quite stylish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPrice Posted December 2, 2008 Author Share Posted December 2, 2008 Steve,Thanks for setting my mind at ease. I've grown attached to the Duryea logo and love the design.I guess that, since we have a huge variance of ages in this club, you're going to have differing opinions as to the logo. I'm 71 and I guess I can be called a traditionalist.Anyway, thanks for clearing the issue up.Rog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
24T42 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I understand the need for the new logo and the recruitment of the younger member and cars. However with that said, I would like to say that I would like the AACA to pursue the older cars with as much vigor. I don't make it to many car shows but the last one that I went to I was shocked at the lack of pre-war cars. This also is a vital part of our hobby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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