The Nomad is an enduring concept at Chevrolet, stretching back more than 60 years and taking countless forms. Here are a few Nomad prototypes that never made it to the production line. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Henry Ford Introduces the 1932 V8
On March 31, 1932, Henry Ford shook the automotive world with a practical, low-cost V8. Here’s the original Ford newsreel heralding the event. Continue reading
Video: A Pocket History of the Fiat Topolino
Here’s an excellent little pocket history of the Fiat Topolino, a masterpiece of design and one of the world’s most beloved cars. Continue reading
A Video Biography of Mickey Thompson
Here’s a quick video biography of one of the most remarkable characters in motorsports history, Mickey Thompson. Strap yourself in and watch. Continue reading
American Motors Muscle: The 1957 Rambler Rebel
American Motors took one furtive shot at the performance market in the 1950s with the 1957 Rebel, cramming a beefy 327 CID V8 into a lightweight Rambler body. Here’s the story behind this unusual machine. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the Jaguar E-Type
This great little film tells the story of the Jaguar E-Type, including its two famous prototypes, E1A and E2A. The E-Type legend starts here. Continue reading
Inside the 1955 Pontiac V8
The Pontiac V8 was one of General Motors’ most versatile engines, serving the corporation well for more than 25 years. Here’s where it all began in 1955. Continue reading