For the Allied effort in World War I, the talents of three future automotive legends came together to produce an aircraft engine that, unfortunately, never saw duty in combat. Still, it’s a fascinating story. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Chevrolet’s Experimental V8 Corvair
In the 1960s, a Corvair with a V8 engine swap was a dream combination for car enthusiasts. At one point even the factory got into the act with this nifty 1965 prototype. Continue reading
Backward Buick: A Reverse-Induction Nailhead V8
This Buick Nailhead V8 with a reverse-flow induction system has been delighting and baffling the internet for several years now. Let’s take a closer look. Continue reading
The Death of the Edsel
T.S. Eliot predicted that the world might end “Not with a bang but a whimper.” That’s a fair description of how the Edsel finished up its unfortunate three-year career. Continue reading
Oldsmobile Under Glass: The 1977-78 Toronado XS
In 1977-78, Oldsmobile built a limited number of Toronado coupes with a distinctive rear glass design that hasn’t been seen from General Motors since. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
Join us for a detailed look at Pontiac’s all-new, Euro-flavored 1973 Grand Am in this original factory sales film. Continue reading
Great Moments in Badge Engineering: The 2011-14 Lancia Thema
Looks like an all-American Chrysler 300, doesn’t it? Nope. Through the magic of badge engineering, this is an Italian luxury sedan, the 2011-14 Lancia Thema. Continue reading