Simple to drive, simple to park, simple to repair, simple to own: Ford marketed the 1970 Maverick as The Simple Machine. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
1926: Packard Pioneers the Hypoid Final Drive
In 1926, the Packard Motor Car Company introduced the hypoid drive axle to the Motor City, and the rest of the industry wouldn’t catch up for another decade. Continue reading
A Quick History of the GMC 6-71 Blower
Most gearheads will instantly recognize the familiar GMC 6-71 blower, but its original application and backstory remain relatively unknown. Let’s explore. Continue reading
Video: What’s the Deal With the C4 Corvette?
The 1984-96 C4 Corvettes are a tremendous buy these days—as long as you buy the right one. Here’s a Corvette expert to sort out the good and bad years for us. Continue reading
Time-Lapse Engine Rebuild: Cadillac 365 V8
Here’s the latest episode in Hagerty’s series of Redline Rebuild time-lapse engine overhauls: the 1957 Cadillac 365 CID V8. Continue reading
A Famous Auto Designer Created This Guitar: The Gibson Firebird
It’s been said that a truly great designer can design anything. Here’s one proof of the theory: the Gibson Firebird electric guitar created by auto designer Ray Dietrich. Continue reading
Video: Dan Gurney Pitches the Total Performance 1964 Ford
From Daytona International Speedway, here’s All-American racing hero Dan Gurney to sell you a brand-new 1964 Ford Galaxie. Continue reading