The Y-Block of 1954-62 might not be the most beloved of the Ford V8s, but it’s a fascinating engine with some quirky and noteworthy features. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Carroll Shelby Pitches the 1967 Shelby Mustangs
See Carroll Shelby at the height of his car-selling powers in this original FoMoCo spot promoting the Shelby GT Mustangs for 1967. Continue reading
Remembering the Brubaker Box
In 1972, independent auto designer Curtis Brubaker merged the Volkswagen dune buggy movement with the California custom van craze and created a memorable vehicle he called the Brubaker Box. Continue reading
America’s Milk and Bread Truck: The Divco Model U, 1938-1986
For decades the Divco Model U was the universal delivery truck, bringing milk, bread, and other necessities to homes across the country. Continue reading
Something to Cheer About: A 1941 Ford Film
Explore the many features of the all-new 1941 Ford DeLuxe and Super DeLuxe in this original factory promotional film. Continue reading
McKellar’s Masterpiece: The Pontiac Overhead Cam 421 V8
For decades, engineer Malcom “Mac” McKellar spearheaded the Pontiac division’s advanced engine development team, and one of his favorite projects was this overhead-cam version of the 421 cubic-inch V8. Continue reading
The Saga of the Half-Scale 1905 Baby Reo
Constructed way back in 1905, the Baby Reo has been described as the American auto industry’s first scale-model promotional vehicle. Continue reading