This for-real, freshly restored 1964 Ford factory lightweight drag car will be crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction on January 11-20. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Mel Tormé Pitches the 1950 Oldsmobile 88
Here’s the Velvet Fog himself, Mr. Mel Tormé, singing the praises of the 1950 Oldsmobile with Rocket V8 power, Futuramic styling, and Hydra-Matic Drive. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1950 Nash Airflyte
They’re barely remembered today, but the 1949-50 Nash Airflytes were highly successful cars for the automaker. Here’s a neat little promotional film on the 1950 edition. Continue reading
This Time Tomorrow: A True Story of Ford at Le Mans in ’66
The new Hollywood movie is a winner, the reviewers say. Now watch a true story of Ford versus Ferrari at Le Mans in 1966.
Game Changer: The 1926 Pontiac
In ways that aren’t often recognized today, the 1926 Pontiac signaled a profound shift in the American auto industry. Continue reading
Video: Arfons vs Breedlove vs Arfons in the Battle of Bonneville
In the 1960s at Bonneville, these three men battled to be the fastest on earth: Art Arfons, Craig Breedlove, and Walt Arfons. Courtesy of Scarf and Goggles, here’s an excellent video history. Continue reading
Video: The 1957 Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Here’s some awesome racing action from 1957 featuring some guys you may have heard of: the Unsers. Continue reading