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Category Archives: Auto History
Five Carburetors: Why Not?
One V8 hot-rodding trick of the ’50s that never quite caught on was the 5×2 carburetor setup. But you know, it’s not such a terrible idea. Continue reading
Video: The Secret Life of the Automobile
From Karl Benz to photochemical smog, here’s an entertaining and insightful history of the auto industry from The Secret Life of Machines. Continue reading
Video: Jim Clark Wins the 1967 British Grand Prix
In 1967, Lotus and Cosworth were reshaping the sport of Formula 1 with the assistance of Jim Clark and Graham Hill. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the 1956 Nash
Nash relied on the tried and true in automotive marketing as it launched its 1956 product line. Continue reading
Bertone’s Pet: The 1963 Corvair Testudo
Of all the fabulous creations of Nuccio Bertone, one of his favorites was a Chevrolet Corvair—the 1963 Bertone Testudo. Continue reading
Video: Selling the 1957 Plymouth
Plymouth had a new selling story for 1957, with Forward Look styling, torsion-bar front suspension, and a catchy slogan: “Suddenly, it’s 1960!” Continue reading