Many classic car enthusiasts consider the ’56 models to be the last real Packards, the final cars worthy of the name. See the full model line for 1956 in all its glory here. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: GM Builds 25 Million Cars, 1940
See General Motors Chairman Alfred P. Sloan and President William S. Knudsen up close and personal in this 1940 newsreel clip that celebrates the production of GM’s 25 millionth car. Continue reading
Henry Ford’s Navy
As we’ve seen at Mac’s Motor City Garage, Henry Ford liked to own things. A few of the notable acquisitions included a railroad, a hotel, and an aircraft factory. Here we take a quick look at Ford’s extensive shipping fleet. Continue reading
From Chevrolet With Love: GM’s Bizarre 1966 Promotional Film
Strangest car promo ever? This 1966 dealer movie for the Chevelle SS396 will have you laughing one moment, scratching your head the next. Watch this, if you dare. Continue reading
Video: Fangio wins the 1956 British Grand Prix
July 14, 1956: In a Ferrari, reigning world champion Juan Manuel Fangio wins the British Grand Prix at Silverstone by more than one lap. See El Maestro at work in this stirring period newsreel. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the 1961 Lincoln Continental
With its crisp, fresh look, the 1961 Lincoln Continental shook up the luxury car market, and the design is still highly regarded today. See the Continental up close in this original two-minute commercial spot. Continue reading
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival Parade 2016
Once again, Labor Day weekend brings the annual Auburn Cord Duesenberg Festival in Auburn, Indiana. Here’s our report on this year’s gathering with a big photo gallery of the festival parade. Continue reading