For at least one brief moment within the Ford Motor Company, the name Torino was considered for the 1965 Ford Mustang. Here’s the evidence in a rare and fascinating preliminary marketing clip. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Engineering the 1979 Cadillac Seville
In this original 1979 GM video, we get a great glimpse under the sheet metal of a noteworthy and well-regarded Cadillac, the 1976-1979 Seville. Continue reading
Video: Torture-Testing the 1964 Studebakers
Here’s a rare look inside the Studebaker Proving Grounds in South Bend, Indiana, as the 1964 models are put through their paces. Continue reading
Buick Portholes: A 10-Minute History
In the 1950s, every car-spotting kid could identify a Buick by the portholes in the front fenders. Here’s some backstory on a novel styling feature that continues to this day. Continue reading
Video: Tom McCahill Tests the New 1958 Edsel
Fasten your seat belts. Today we’re riding along with famed automotive writer Tom McCahill as he test-drives the hot new 1958 Edsel. It’s classic McCahill, don’t miss it. Continue reading
Penny Rocket: The Rambler SC/Rambler Story
In March of 1969, little American Motors dropped a big surprise on the muscle car world. The Rambler SC/Rambler could run with the big guys, and it sold for a mere $2,998. Here’s the story. Continue reading
Video: An Introduction to Chrysler Fluid Drive
Chrysler’s Fluid Drive was an important step in the evolution of the automatic transmission. Here’s how Chrysler marketed the innovation and a quick, clear look at how it works. Continue reading