Here’s a detailed look at the official 1968 Indy 500 pace car, a Torino Convertible, as featured in an original Ford Motor Company promotional clip. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Torture-Testing the 1935 Chevrolets
See daredevil Captain Bob Ward and his crew of maniacs torture-test the 1935 Chevrolets in this classic Jam Handy film. Continue reading
Video: Inside the Ford Styling Studios, 1957
Join us for a guided tour of the Ford Motor Company’s styling process circa 1957 in this original factory film. Continue reading
1940 Packard, Air Conditioning Pioneer
In 1940, the Packard Motor Car Company was the first U.S. auto manufacturer to offer air conditioning as a factory production option. Continue reading
Another Bow-Tie Never-Was: A 1962 Chevy II El Camino
General Motors has experimented with the El Camino theme in nearly endless ways through the years. For example, check out this proposed 1962 Chevy II-based pickup. Continue reading
Spaced Out: The 1958-59 Fisher Body Advertising Campaign
If you’re into mid-century retro-futurism, here’s a special treat: Fisher Body’s 1958-59 print ad campaign, which featured some some truly spaced-out illustrations. Continue reading
The Amazing Metal Art of Rae Ripple
Rae Ripple is easily one of the most creative and original metal artists working today, and automobiles are just part of her repertoire. Continue reading