Just before the United States was drawn into World War II, noted industrial designer Brooks Stevens designed this graceful little sports convertible for Willys-Overland. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
The Origins of Pontiac Ram Air
With the 1965 GTO, the Pontiac Motor Division coined one of hot rodding’s most familiar terms: Ram Air. Here’s how that came to pass. Continue reading
Ford’s Illustrated Car: The See-Through 1970 Torino
For us, cutaway cars are always worth a closer look. Here’s an interesting example from Ford in 1970-71, a see-through Torino. Continue reading
Every Spark Sets off a Cyclone: Inside the 1931-53 Buick Straight Eight
Along with Packard, Buick was one of the two leading proponents of the straight-eight engine in America. Continue reading
Video: Danny Sullivan Spins and Wins in the 1985 Indy 500
Relive one of the great moments in Indy 500 history with this three-minute recap of Danny Sullivan’s victory in the 1985 May classic. Continue reading
Bargain-Basement Bow-Ties: A History of the 1958-1975 Chevy Biscayne
There’s a lot to be said for clean and simple. Let’s take a quick look back at the Biscayne, the unadorned base model of the Chevrolet full-sized line. Continue reading
Video: Curtis Turner Introduces the 1964 Fords
Meet NASCAR legend Curtis Turner as he introduces the Total Performance 1964 Ford lineup in this original factory sales film. Continue reading