The big story from GM Engineering in 1957 was the introduction of Rochester Fuel Injection for the Chevrolet and Pontiac V8s. This original GM promotional film trumpets the news. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: The 1932 Indianapolis 500
Thanks to the IndyCar Series, here’s an awesome newsreel report on the 1932 Indianapolis 500 that includes some great action both on and off the track. Continue reading
Video: Presenting the 1972 Chevrolet Station Wagon Lineup
For 1972, the giant Chevrolet division offered a full line of station wagons, from the adorable Vega Kammback to the roomy G20 van. Here’s radio legend Casey Kasem with the pitch. Continue reading
Video: Hurst/Olds Paces the 1972 Indy 500
Here’s an awesome video with a long look back at one of the great Indy 500 Pace Cars, the 1972 Hurst/Oldsmobile, and the real star of the show, Linda Vaughn. Continue reading
Video: The Ford Style Show for 1940
When you’re done watching this original sales training film for the stylish new 1940 Ford, you’ll be ready to hurry over to your local Ford dealer and buy one yourself. Continue reading
Phantom Mopar Muscle: Chrysler’s Ball-Stud Hemi V8
The Ball-Stud V8 was intended to be Act II in Chrysler’s Hemi muscle-car story, but unfortunately, it never made it past the prototype phase. Here’s the story behind the interesting experiment. Continue reading
Different By Design: The 1964 Studebakers
See the 1964 Studebaker lineup—and meet Studebaker CEO Sherwood Egbert—in this fast-moving and entertaining commercial spot. Continue reading