Ford continued its winning personal luxury formula with the all-new 1961 Thunderbird, which would eventually become known as the Bullet Bird. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Introducing the 1978 Ford Fairmont Futura
Meet the Fairmont Futura, Ford’s downsized and affordable personal luxury coupe for 1978. Continue reading
The Plot to Save Studebaker
In late 1963, two auto industry legends, Brooks Stevens and Charles Sorensen, joined forces in a last-ditch attempt to revive Studebaker. Continue reading
GM’s Fleeting Fastback Phase: The 1941-52 Streamliners
When the GM streamliners first made their appearance in 1941, they looked like the most advanced cars on the road. But the futuristic shape didn’t age well, lasting barely a decade. Continue reading
Video: How a Manual Transmission Works
Ever wonder exactly how a traditional manual transmission operates? Here’s an entertaining and educational look inside, courtesy of a 1936 Chevrolet film. Continue reading
Video: A Deep Dive Into Packard’s Torsion-Level Suspension
Here’s a detailed look at Packard’s startling new development in ride and handling for 1955, Torsion-Level Suspension. Continue reading
Video: Field Testing the 1963 Chevrolets
See how all the new 1963 Chevrolets stack up against the competition from Ford, Chrysler, and American Motors in this original factory film. Continue reading