The seven Fisher brothers played a critical role in the development of General Motors and the auto industry at large. Here’s their story. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: The 1981 Ford Cockpit Concept by Ghia
From one of yesterday’s tomorrows, here’s a creative solution to the urban transportation problem: The 1981 Ford Cockpit Concept. Continue reading
Market Watch: 1957 Ford Phase 1 Supercharged
This ultra-rare 1957 Ford Custom with factory supercharger will cross the block at the Mecum Auctions Indy sale on May 14-19. Continue reading
A Video Biography of Walter P. Chrysler
From the Chrysler Corporation, here’s a beautifully made video biography of Walter P. Chrysler, one of the original automotive tycoons. Continue reading
Video: Chevrolet Introduces the 1955 Small-Block V8
This original GM promotional film introduces the engine that changed the auto industry forever: the all-new ’55 Chevrolet V8. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
Plymouth cracked the youth market wide open in the late ’60s with a bold new marketing and branding strategy: Using cartoon characters to sell muscle cars. Continue reading
Preserving the Breed: The 1974-78 Mustang II
The 1974-78 Mustang II doesn’t get a lot of love from Ford enthusiasts—and that’s a shame, because it saved the breed from extinction. Continue reading